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SalaryDo you have experience of scoping, designing and implementing high quality technology solutions? Do you have a broad working knowledge of infrastructure, networks, security and cloud? This is a varied opportunity to partner with two global business divisions of ABF group and direct them into the future providing scalable and innovative solutions.
We are looking for a credible individual that can influence and present to a wide array of internal customers and stakeholders whilst building positive relationships with other technical teams that will make your solutions a reality. Ensuring risk and quality standards are always applied whilst really understanding customer requirements and making the right recommendations and robust plans.
Working for the ABF BTS team means you will engage with a number of product experts & specialists on a daily basis, working in a collaborative and diverse environment that encourages open discussion and ensures you have the opportunity to further your career with us in the future.
What you'll be doing:
Provide technical analysis, recommendations and costs for new and existing system requirements submitted by ABF businesses, to agreed deliverables
Scope, develop, plan and implement fit for purpose solutions for your business divisions within the ABF Group, selecting the right vendors, 3rd parties and equipment to ensure efficiency, cost and quality expectations are met
Provide solutions consultancy to ABF businesses before projects are requested and during project delivery as required
Provide technical support to BTS Project Services and Operations teams as required
Assist in the development and maintenance of the ABF BTS Reference Architecture in conjunction with the Technical Architects
What you'll bring:
Ability to produce and articulate accurate proposals including design, project tracker and costs
Experience in developing infrastructure and cloud solutions ideally azure
Effective communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage, influence and present at all levels, conveying ideas in user-friendly language to a variety of audiences
High customer service orientation with the ability to build positive relationships with business units maintaining trust and insight
Previous experience of working with vendors, internal customers and external customers
Experience of researching technical products and services as required and to stay current with developments
Analytical approach to problem solving and keen attention to detail
A wide range of technical knowledge and experience working with the following; Networking fundamentals, Server operating systems including Windows, Infrastructure applications, Storage fundamentals and various Host Bus adaptors (HBAs)
Location
Hybrid, a mix of office and homeworking. This role will be based at our Peterborough offices on the Lynchwood Business Park. The office has recently been renovated and along with a modern work environment has great public transport links, free onsite parking, free drink facilities, free lunch option each day and a great team culture.
Associated British Foods Business Technology Services are continually reviewing our benefits to make ensure our staff feel rewarded…
Associated British Foods is a global giant when it comes to the world of food processing and retail. Our ingredients division is the world’s second-largest producer of both sugar and baker’s yeast and our grocery brands occupy leading positions across the globe meaning that, in the UK, nine out of ten households use our brands.
Associated British Foods Business Technology Services (BTS) was first established in 2008 to deliver a centralised IT infrastructure and service to our fellow ABF businesses. We have now grown and operate in over 185 locations spread across 23 countries supported by a fantastic team of nearly 200. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do and we’re looking for people who are eager to join us in supporting and delivering this vision.
We want you to be a part of our future and to support you, so below are a handful of some of our benefits that are offered to our employees.
- AB Foods BTS match up to 10% pension (contributory)
- Up to 10% Bonus
- Opportunity to buy up to 5 days holiday per calendar year
- Discounts on ABF products such as Twinings, Silverspoon, Pataks and Ryvita
- 24/7 free and confidential access to an Employee Assistance Programme to support you as and when necessary
We’re looking for dedicated and conscientious people who embrace and live our values. If you are an individual who thrives in a collaborative, trusting and pioneering work environment, ABF could be the right company for you.
All recruitment activities into our ABF BTS team are supported by our AB Agri business.
Making your application
Ready to apply? Great! Simply register your details and upload your CV via our careers website – it usually takes just a few minutes. Please do not delay making your application. In the event of a high candidate response to this vacancy we may close the application period before the date shown and without notice.
So that we can support you to perform at your best, please let us know of any adjustments that may be required throughout the recruitment process by emailing [email protected]
As part of your application, we ask you to answer some equal opportunities questions that help us to monitor how inclusive our recruitment process is and identify areas we can improve in. This information is anonymised, separate from your application and is never seen by the hiring panel. You can choose not to answer these questions with no impact on your application.
ABF BTS recruitment is supported by our AB Agri group and we politely request no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We have a PSL and do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
