Business Systems Manager

Business Systems Manager

£competitive salary plus benefits

Altrincham, Cheshire WA14 5PG

We’ve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there’s a good chance you’re only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.

Job Purpose

As a member of our Decorative Paints business you will oversee a team ensuring that our Microsoft Dynamics System is functioning as designed to deliver the best customer and colleague experience as well as adapting our systems to future challenges.

Job Responsibilities

* Ensure systems meet our strategic goals.

* Deliver a stable, efficient system architecture.

* Ensure effective system interfaces & testing regimes.

* Manage business data integrity / security.

* Encourage automation of processes for increased productivity.

* Raise system issues & liaise with 3rd party providers for solutions.

* Collaborate with stakeholders to gather ongoing feedback & implement system improvements to maintain industry-leading practices.

Job Requirements

* Previous team management experience

* Knowledge of ERP systems - Office365 / Dynamics 365

* Knowledge of system architecture & interfaces

* Experience in continuous improvement

* Experience in cross-functional IT implementation projects.

* Understanding of technical standards & governance

What Makes You Stand Out

* Excellent communication, influencing & interpersonal skills.

* Enjoys a collaborative working environment where supporting colleagues is key.

* Effective coach with a track record of improving team capabilities.

* Skilled at managing resources & project planning.

What do we Offer at AkzoNobel

We offer great personal development opportunities and roles with breadth, depth of scope and impact. We also offer comprehensive packages including:

* Competitive Salary (depending on experience).

* 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays.

* Income protection.

* Staff discount at Dulux Decorator Centre stores.

* Employee Assistance Programme.

* Employee Life Assurance.

* Company pension.

* product discounts.

* Flexible benefits scheme offering benefits including Gymflex, retail card, dental cover and more!

We have been inventing the future for more than two centuries and need people like you to be part of the team. Apply online via the link and we will get right back to you.

Please note, first stage interviews are likely to be held on 10th and 11th June for this position.

We are advocates of a healthy work life balance and mental wellbeing. We are happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles.

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason, we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability