Senior IT Manager

About SKtes

SKtes is a global leader in secure and sustainable technology lifecycle management services. From secure IT asset disposition to advanced materials recovery, our approach is built on a simple principle: extending the value of resources while minimising environmental impact.

Our long-standing commitment to responsible recycling has delivered meaningful impact—supporting circularity, reducing landfill waste, and enabling organisations to meet both sustainability and data security goals. We believe that responsible recycling today is critical to sustaining tomorrow.

Job Summary

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Group Senior IT Manager to lead application development, system integration, and IT lifecycle management across the organisation. This role bridges strategic direction with operational execution, translating business needs into scalable and secure technology solutions that support our ITAD and e-waste recycling operations. You will play a critical role in driving digital transformation, ensuring systems are aligned with business objectives, and delivering high-performance, integrated platforms that enhance operational efficiency and customer value.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Execution

• Execute application and data platform strategies aligned with IT and digital roadmap
• Translate business needs into scalable, efficient system solutions
• Support IT governance and best practices implementation

Application Development & Management

• Lead design, development, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise applications
• Manage full application lifecycle from development to support
• Drive continuous system improvements and enhancements

System Integration & Digital Platforms

• Ensure seamless integration across ERP, MES, logistics, and recycling systems
• Support digitalisation and automation initiatives
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure unified system architecture

Data Governance & Analytics

• Ensure data integrity, security, and availability
• Support implementation of data governance frameworks
• Enable analytics and reporting capabilities for business insights

IT Project & Operations Management

• Manage IT projects from planning through execution and delivery
• Ensure delivery within scope, timeline, and budget
• Oversee incident management, system performance, and SLA adherence

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Manage external vendors, contracts, and service performance
• Optimise cost efficiency while maintaining service quality
• Work closely with internal stakeholders across functions and regions

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and develop IT teams to build a high-performance culture
• Drive continuous improvement and capability development

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline
• Minimum 8–12 years of relevant IT experience, including application and systems management
• Proven experience leading enterprise system implementations and IT teams
• Strong knowledge of enterprise application architecture and system integration
• Experience with ERP, MES, and business systems environments
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and modern digital frameworks
• Strong project management and stakeholder management capabilities
• Exposure to tools such as Jira, Figma, DevOps platforms, or similar
• Understanding of cybersecurity practices and IT governance