UK IT Director: Strategy, Security & Scale

Fanatics Inc; Middleton; On-site; GBP 125,000 - GBP 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports merchandise company is seeking an IT Director to enhance technology excellence across UK operations. You will build a high-performing IT team and lead all IT functions including infrastructure, networking, and site technology. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in IT leadership within complex organizations and a strong background in managing enterprise systems. This role offers the chance to impact operations across retail and digital channels significantly.

Benefits

Culture of collaboration

Competitive benefits tailored to location

Qualifications

• Over 10 years in IT leadership within complex, multi-site or omni-channel organizations.
• Proven experience managing infrastructure, networks, and enterprise systems at scale.
• Strong understanding of Supply Chain, Logistics, Buying, and Merchandising processes.

Responsibilities

• Build and develop a high-performing UK IT team with clear accountability and career pathways.
• Lead all UK-based IT functions — infrastructure, networking, workplace systems, and site technology.
• Deliver major UK initiatives spanning Supply Chain, Logistics, Buying, and Merchandising systems.

Skills

IT leadership

Infrastructure management

Vendor management

Supply Chain knowledge

Effective communication

Job description

A leading sports merchandise company is seeking an IT Director to enhance technology excellence across UK operations. You will build a high-performing IT team and lead all IT functions including infrastructure, networking, and site technology. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in IT leadership within complex organizations and a strong background in managing enterprise systems. This role offers the chance to impact operations across retail and digital channels significantly.