IT Applications Manager

Country: United Kingdom

Job Type: Full Time

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Level

Hydro International, a CRH Company, is a leading global provider of advanced products, services and expertise to help municipal, industrial and construction customers to improve their water management processes, increase operational performance and reduce environmental impact. With over 40 years of experience and a reputation for engineering excellence, businesses, and public bodies all over the world rely on our products, services and integrated solutions to reduce flood risk, improve water treatment and protect the environment from water pollution. We have a network of over 80 distribution partners and serve customers in more than 40 countries. As part of CRH Infrastructure Products, we are leading the water management industry with innovative, sustainable solutions and a safety-first mindset.

IT Applications Manager - Hydro International

Hybrid | Clevedon | Drive Technology That Powers Business Success

Are you a hands-on IT leader with a passion for business transformation, enterprise applications, and leading high-performing teams?

We're looking for an experienced IT Applications Manager to take ownership of our enterprise application landscape, lead a talented team of application specialists, and drive the delivery of innovative technology solutions that support a growing international business.

This is a fantastic opportunity to combine strategic leadership with technical expertise, working closely with stakeholders across the organisation to enhance business processes, optimise systems, and deliver real impact.

What You'll Be Doing

As our IT Applications Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our enterprise applications strategy. You'll lead a team of application analysts while remaining actively involved in system improvements, project delivery, and stakeholder engagement.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading, coaching and developing a team of Application Analysts

Driving the strategy, roadmap and optimisation of enterprise applications

Partnering with business leaders to identify opportunities for process improvement and digital transformation

Managing key software vendor relationships and third-party partners

Overseeing application configuration, security, testing and ongoing enhancements

Supporting integration projects and ensuring seamless connectivity between critical business systems

Delivering projects through established governance and project management frameworks

Building and maintaining robust documentation, knowledge sharing and support processes

Troubleshooting complex application issues and providing expert guidance to users and team members

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a commercially minded technology leader who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.

You'll ideally bring:

Significant experience leading IT applications, business systems or enterprise applications teams

Demonstrable people management and leadership experience

Proven project management and delivery capabilities

Experience implementing and supporting integrated business systems

Knowledge of Microsoft CRM and ERP platforms

Experience managing suppliers, contracts and outsourced service providers

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

A degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline

PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualification (desirable)

Desirable Experience

You'll stand out if you have experience with:

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement

Dynamics 365 Field Service

Enterprise application integration and cloud-based solutions

Manufacturing, engineering or industrial business environments

Why Join Us?

This is more than just an IT management role. It's an opportunity to influence the future direction of a business undergoing continuous growth and transformation.

You'll have the chance to:

Lead business-critical technology initiatives

Work with modern Microsoft technologies and cloud solutions

Shape application strategy and digital transformation projects

Collaborate with senior leaders across the organisation

Develop and mentor a talented technical team

Leave a lasting impact on how technology enables business success

Ready to Apply?

If you're an ambitious IT leader who enjoys solving complex challenges, building strong teams, and driving meaningful business improvement through technology, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of enterprise technology within a growing and innovative organisation.

What Hydro International Offers You

A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

Highly competitive salary package

Comprehensive secondary benefits

Significant contribution to your pension plan

Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organization

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