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THE BAMFORD COLLECTION IS A GROUP OF CONSCIOUSLY MINDED LIFESTYLE BRANDS COMMITTED TO NOURISHING AND NURTURING PEOPLE AND PLANET.What drives and inspires us is the belief that we have a responsibility not just to protect the world around us but to have a positive impact on it too.The group encompasses an organic farm and retailer; a considered clothing label; botanical skincare, bath and body collections; wellness destinations around the world; and hospitality experiences that foster a sense of community and celebrate the healing power of escapism.We champion a slow and sustainable way of living, encouraging our customers to make choices that are greener for the planet as well as kinder to their bodies and minds.We are more than a group of businesses striving to make a difference. We are a way of life.About The RoleWe’re looking for a Business Applications Manager to be the technical bridge between IT and the systems that drive the Bamford Collection. In this role, you’ll take ownership of our business applications portfolio, manage vendor relationships, and collaborate with stakeholders to transform their requirements into practical, innovative technical solutions.You’ll represent IT on major projects, support the rollout of new sites, and act as the key escalation point for complex technical challenges, coordinating closely with vendors and the IT Manager to ensure smooth, efficient resolution.This is a hands-on, high-impact role where your technical expertise and problem-solving skills will directly support the growth and success of the Bamford Collection.This role will be based at our Kingham office, 5 minutes from the Daylesford Farm, Gloucestershire.Salary competitive and dependant on experience.ResponsibilitiesTechnical Application OwnershipOwn technical management for IT-managed business applicationsMonitor system health and coordinate issue resolution with the IT ManaCoordinate upgrades, patches, and releases with vendors and stakeholdersMaintain technical documentation and vendor contactsIT Project RepresentationAct as IT representative on projects involving IT owned business applicationCoordinate technical delivery for new site rollouts for existing solutionsWork with the IT Manager to ensure operational readiness for new functions and sites.Provide technical estimates, identify risks and dependenciesBusiness Application Owner PartnershipDeliver or coordinate small technical changes (user access, configuration, minor tweaks)Assess feasibility of enhancement requests; engage appropriate resources for significant changes.Provide technical guidance and best practice recommendations.Vendor Relationship ManagementOwn vendor relationships for all IT-managed business applicationsManage SLA performance and coordinate technical escalationsEvaluate new capabilities within existing solutions and recommend change where valuableCoordinate release schedules with IT Manager to minimise operational disruptionTechnical Escalation & Issue ResolutionEscalate unresolved technical issues to vendors and 3rd party support; drive root cause analysis and keep IT Manager informed.Technical Standards & ComplianceEnsure applications meet IT security, compliance, and architectural standardsCoordinate with Infrastructure & Security Engineer on security requirementsSkills You Will BringEssential: 2–3 years’ experience managing business applications within hospitality, retail, or multi-site operations.Proven experience with hospitality and retail systems, e.g., Opera Cloud.Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills; able to resolve complex multi-system issues.Experience managing vendor relationships and holding vendors accountable for delivery and SLAs.Skilled in representing IT on business projects and translating requirements into technical solutions.Experience in technical delivery for new site rollouts or system implementations, including go-live readiness.Excellent stakeholder management; ability to partner with business application owners and coordinate across IT teams.Experience working with 3rd party support models and escalation processes.Strong understanding of business context to inform technical decisions.Clear communicator; able to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.Organized, proactive, and pragmatic, with a focus on delivery and partnership.Reliable, accountable, and collaborative across IT and business teams.Perks & BenefitsDiscounts: We offer a range of discounts on our products, treatments, and dining experiences from day one.Volunteering Days: Employees are offered one paid day per year to volunteer with a charity of their choice.Private Medical: We offer subsidised private medical insurance through Bupa.Pension Scheme: Pay up to 9% of your salary into your pension each month; we contribute up to 4.5%.Life Assurance: We offer life assurance cover, equivalent of up to a year of your annual salary.Mental Health Support: Our Employee Assistance Programme provides 24-hour support, seven days a week.Bamford Collection is a group of consciously minded lifestyle brands committed to nourishing and nurturing people and planet.