IT Manager , ERP Lead

Job details

Posted Thursday 11 June 2026
Location Galway
Job type Permanent
Discipline IT Manager
Reference 484
Recruiter Name Geraldine Flanagan

Our client, a global manufacturing organisation, is seeking an experienced Regional IT & ERP Manager to lead IT operations and ERP strategy across sites in Europe and North America.

This is a senior, hands-on role with primary responsibility for IFS ERP implementation, support, optimisation, and regional IT service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage IFS ERP implementation projects across EU and NA sites, including scoping, design, configuration, testing, go-live, and hypercare.
  • Serve as the regional SME for IFS ERP, providing guidance to business process owners across manufacturing, supply chain, maintenance, finance, and HR modules.
  • Own the full IFS ERP lifecycle across the region — from system optimisation, incident resolution, upgrades, and integrations with other enterprise systems (e.g., MES/WMS/HCM), to master data governance, end-user training, and QMS-compliant documentation.

IT Operations & Service Delivery

  • Lead regional IT operations and service delivery across EU/NA sites, driving execution of the Global IT strategy.
  • Coordinate IT emergency response, cyber-incident management, and regional audit and regulatory activities.
  • Manage and develop regional IT staff and service providers while serving as the IT representative to site and regional leadership.

Requirements

  • 10+ years’ IT experience with strong hands-on ERP expertise (e.g. SAP / Oracle / Dynamics)
  • Proven full lifecycle ERP implementation experience is essential
  • Strong knowledge of Azure, Microsoft 365, Intune, and cybersecurity
  • Experience within manufacturing or regulated industries preferred

What’s on Offer

  • Regional leadership role
  • Office-based position in Galway
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to lead large-scale ERP and IT initiatives