Digital Transformation & Data Systems Specialist

Salary: £40,000 - 40,000 per year

Requirements:

• A graduate with a minimum 2.1 BEng/BSc in Computer Science, Digital Engineering, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Business Technology or a related discipline
• Knowledge and demonstrable experience in systems integration, IT architecture, data architecture, system interoperability, software development or digital transformation projects
• Experience working with databases, reporting tools, forecasting systems or business platforms
• Understanding of process improvement, operational excellence and data-driven decision making
• Knowledge of emerging digital technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, intelligent automation or advanced analytics, and their application within operational or manufacturing environments
• Experience within manufacturing, logistics, ERP systems or supply chain environments would be advantageous
• A postgraduate qualification (MSc) in Digital Transformation, Data Analytics, Information Systems or a related discipline is desirable but not essential
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and organisational skills, with the ability to support complex change programmes across multiple departments

Responsibilities:

• Manage a 31-month collaborative Knowledge Transfer Partnership project between HMG Paints Ltd and the University of Salford
• Design and implement an integrated digital platform that connects production, stock management, quality control, planning and operational systems
• Work with our established IT team and colleagues across the business to design and implement transformational digital solutions
• Map complex operational processes and translate them into modern digital workflows and systems
• Manage complex system integrations, develop data models and dashboards, and ensure new technologies deliver measurable operational improvements
• Independently manage a strategically important transformation programme across manufacturing, quality, logistics, supply chain and commercial functions
• Work with staff and managers across all functions to understand requirements, build engagement and support adoption of new ways of working
• Work with operational teams and senior management to embed new processes, build capability and ensure successful adoption of the digital platform
• Travel regularly to the University of Salford for meetings and training

Technologies:

• AI
• ERP
• Support
• Machine Learning
• HTTP

More:

We are HMG Paints Ltd, the UKs largest independent paint manufacturer, supplying specialist paints and coatings to customers across multiple industrial sectors. We are embarking on a major digital transformation programme to modernise operations, improve forecasting and planning capabilities, and create a unified, scalable digital platform that supports future growth. This 31-month Knowledge Transfer Partnership Associate role is based at our headquarters in Manchester (M40), working closely with our established IT team, colleagues across production, operations, supply chain, quality and finance, and academic experts from the University of Salford. The role offers extensive practical and formal training, specialist business skills development, and a Personal Development Budget of £5,166 over and above salary.

last updated 39 week of 2026