ROLE PURPOSE
The IT Director is responsible for defining and delivering the organisation’s IT strategy across a multi-site manufacturing and purchasing environment. The role ensures that IT systems, infrastructure, and digital capabilities support operational excellence, supply chain performance, and commercial growth.

This includes leadership of ERP transformation, software development, infrastructure and cloud environments, cybersecurity, network operations, user support services, and governance, risk, and compliance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

IT Strategy & Leadership
• Define and execute the IT strategy aligned with business and operational objectives.
• Act as a key advisor to the executive team on digital transformation, system architecture, and emerging technologies.
• Lead and develop the IT organisation, including internal teams and external partners.
• Manage IT budgets, investments, and vendor relationships.

Software, Applications & Development
• Own the enterprise application landscape, including ERP, MES, and supporting systems.




• Lead ERP transformation/replacement programmes, from requirements definition through to implementation and optimisation.
• Drive business requirements analysis and translate operational needs into scalable IT solutions.
• Oversee development activities, integrations, and system enhancements.
• Identify and deploy emerging technologies, including AI-driven analytics, automation, and digital workflows.
• Ensure alignment between IT systems and manufacturing, supply chain, and commercial processes.

Infrastructure, Hardware & Cloud
• Ensure robust, scalable, and cost-effective IT infrastructure across all locations.
• Lead the transition to modern cloud-based platforms and hybrid architectures.
• Oversee lifecycle management of hardware assets, data centres, and end-user computing.
• Ensure high availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity capability.

IT Security & Cybersecurity
• Define and enforce IT security policie

📌 Director of Information Technology (España)
🏢 Sylvania Group
📍 España