Michael Page Procurement & Supply Chain

The role of Operational Buyer is to ensure you have the right suppliers and capabilities to meet the business's expectations and growth plans on Quality, Cost, Delivery and Service Levels. Client Details I'm working with an engineering & manufacturing business in Trafford Park, Manchester, which produce specialist materials for various industries. Description The Operational Buyer will have the following responsibilities: Purchasing raw materials as well as managing some indirect spend Cost negotiation Maintenance of Vendor Approval System Desktop and Supplier Audits - Supplier Risk Management Compliance with Purchasing Policy and Procedures Sourcing and Resourcing of Products to support the Business Liaise with Manufacturing to determine product needs. Run MRP reports in ERP System Profile The successful candidate for the Operational Buyer role will ideally have the following key skills & qualities: Experience in Purchasing. Background in a Manufacturing Environment Understand of Sustainability in the Supply Chain Good IT skills - excel Experience of MRP/ERP Continuous Improvement experience Good Problem Solving skills Commodity based tracking Job Offer £35,000 - £40,000

An opportunity to lead the procurement function for a fast paced consumer goods business in Sussex. Our client is a well established FMCG businesses with a wider range of well known products. This role will be both strategic and hands on, leading a £10m spend and a team of Buyers. Client Details Based in Sussex, our client is a well established FMCG businesses with a wider range of well known products. This role will be both strategic and hands on, leading a £10m spend and a team of Buyers. Description Setting the procurement strategy across all commodities (plastics and electronics). Leading and up skilling a team of Buyers. Working closely with various internal stakeholders. Developing key relationships with suppliers across the UK and around the world. Profile 8 + years of procurement experience from within a manufacturing environment. Experience managing a team Strong communication skills. The ability to influence stakeholders, both internal and external. Job Offer Based in Sussex (near Brighton) Up to £65,000 + Bonus, package and benefits

My FMCG manufacturing client are looking to recruit a Supply Chain Manager, based at their site near Mansfield. Client Details My client operateS across 50+ locations globally and hold a reputation which is based on product innovation and sustainability within the FMCG, manufacturing sector. Description As Supply Chain Manager based near Mansfield, you will be a key member of the SLT and manage a team of 4 across planning, warehousing/inventory and customer services/freight. You will manage the end-to-end supply chain across c.14 production lines w/ 50+ SKUs - supplying blue-chip organisations within the fmcg sector Inc. food and drink. You will lead the development of systems (SAP) and supply chain processes across the business, alongside the development and progression of your team. Profile The successful candidate for this Supply Chain Manager role will have demonstrable experience within a supply chain leadership capacity, gained within a fast-paced, manufacturing environment. You will have both strong people and stakeholder management skills, alongside supply chain excellence within processes and systems. SAP experience is advantageous but not essential (strong and varied ERP implemetation / integration experience will suffice) Job Offer The successful candidate will be offered c. £55,000 - £60,000 plus competitive benefits package and the opportunity to work for a global, market-leading organisation.

The Supply Planner will be responsible for developing effective and robust supply plans across various value streams, whilst taking care to mitigate any risk and maximise on opportunities. The successful candidate will champion the S&OP process and drive continuous improvement. Client Details Our Client is a global manufacturer within the Medical Devices sector, they offer a range of high quality products across a number of medical fields.The business has enjoyed substantial growth, and with a recent restructure to the organisation they have created a solid platform to deliver continued success. Description Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to; Develop robust supply plans, work with suppliers to understand risks/challenges/opportunities Ensure accurate information is communicated to key stakeholders regarding constraints/opportunities versus the plan Develop short, medium, and long-range supply plans for items produced internally and externally Lead on a monthly Supply review meetings, consolidate supply positions and coordinate with stakeholder to deliver accurate view of stock and supply situation Deliver master plans (including capacity considerations) and material requirement plan Working alongside NPD and NPI to help support, create and manage supply plans Review and manage requests for incremental stock versus the plan and ability to support Partner across Business units to develop best in practice processes Proactively voice process improvement suggestions Profile The successful Candidate should possess; A demonstrable track record in Supply Planning or Production planning Background within a manufacturing environment A demonstrable track record in developing forecast plans Understanding of S&OP Excellent communication skills both written and verbal High proficiency in Excel and planning systems High attention to detail Job Offer Up to 38k depending on experience

A great opportunity for a Procurement Advisor to join a global energy business for 12 months. Client Details A global energy business based in Wales. Description The Interim Procurement Advisor will be responsible for coordinating multi discipline activities and inputs through the full procurement cycle from the development of enquiry documents, through bid evaluation, pre-award negotiations, preparation of contracts for execution, their subsequent implementation and amendments. Key responsibilities will cover the following areas: Preparation of Procurement enquiry documents Undertake formal bid evaluations Involvement in pre-award negotiations Prepare contracts for execution. Implementation /amendment of Contracts as appropriate. Profile Prior experience in an indirect procurement role Detailed working knowledge of SAP, e-tendering systems and Microsoft Office Energy sector experience would be beneficial but not essential. Job Offer Interview in January with the successful candidate starting the same month 12 month assignment with the potential to be extended further Hybrid working - 2/3 days a week in the office - this can be flexible week by week Paying £260-£320 per day (inside IR35) depending on experience.

Supply Chain Manager vacancy in Greater Manchester, suitable for someone with food manufacturing experience who is looking to take ownership of the supply planning function in a global food business. Client Details Michael Page Procurement & Supply Chain are working with a highly successful Food business as they look to recruit a Supply Chain Manager for their Greater Manchester Operation. This opportunity comes as the business is continuing to grow and they are looking for a driven and passionate individual capable of managing a small team, delivering greater planning capabilities, and improvements systems and process. Description The Supply Chain Manager will primarily lead a growing team, liaise internally and externally customers to encourage and develop better planning activities for the business: To ensure all production plans are submitted and aligned to meet KPIs Manage planning master data maintenance ensuring the accuracy of data is adhered to Effective planning and budget responsibility for labour alongside the Operations Managers to minimise cost impacts to the business unit To be responsible for ensuring OTIF is met for all customers under the business unit To be a point of contact for customer escalations To support and mentor the planners To present at the monthly S&OP meetings to review forecasts and ensure capacity requirements are met Profile Successful candidates will possess: Proven track record in FMCG planning, ideally within the Food Industry A hands-on management style with a proven skill set in managing, coaching and developing a team beneath you An analytical mindset and a pragmatic problem-solving approach A proven ability to work alongside colleagues in other departments to ensure cohesion across the business, with regards to new and existing supply chain activity Solid background in planning, inventory, demand and S&OP Comfortable at working with a fast paced environment Job Offer £55-65k, depending upon experience Car Allowance, Bonus, Pens, 25days+BH WFH - 2 days remote

This role will manage the medium to long term supply pipeline to ensure production plans have continuity of supply & agility to support market needs and will be central in conversations both internally and externally. Our client is a growing market leader who operate globally. This role requires someone who is results driven and a team player; with strong analytical and communication skills. Client Details A growing, global drinks company who are leaders within their industry and incorporate some of the most well-known brands. They offer an welcoming culture, with a core focus on diversity and inclusion. Description The key responsibilities of this role will include: Accountability for developing a strong supply pipeline for raw materials / ingredients covering a horizon of 1-18 months Minimising & eliminating excess inventories & material write-off risk Running weekly MRP's and managing weekly & monthly material & ingredients forecasting Delivering the annual budget / seasonal updates for the portfolios managed S&OP responsibility for your portfolio & suppliers Collaborating with key stakeholders within the business Managing relationships with suppliers Profile The successful candidate will have: 2+ years' experience in supply chain environment Experience in Material Planning is essential Strong analytical skills with the ability to pay attention to detail, the ability to interrogate data and produce detailed outputs. Excellent communication skills Systems knowledge: SAP APO, Excel Job Offer On offer to the candidate: Up to £40,000 plus bonus and package Flexible working - 2 days per week in the Uxbridge office

This role will actively continually improve performance and delivery through leading regional data automation and integration projects for our pricing and supplier management systems. Client Details The client is a market leading packaging supplier to some of the biggest FMCG businesses globally. Description The key responsibilities of this role are: Team player supporting global activities from a shared service operating model Internal contact for all pricing data queries for our teams Project management of monthly/quarterly price and spend file approval and publishing of price changes for region Lead data automation and systems integration projects for the region as part of global system upgrade projects Supplier Master data management across all supplier base in relation to price files, spend forecasts and master price list Initial point of contact for suppliers in relation to price changes in and out of contract Supplier contract terms operationalised into transactions Pricing lead to achieve pricing sign off by relevant team members within pricing cut-off dates Profile The ideal candidate will have a background in: Supply chain operations experience is a must Excellent communication and organisational skills Team player including inclusive self-development, global awareness, growth mindset, culture of learning Enabling technology change agent to drive process excellence Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance or other related field Strong excel skills Excellent analytical and project management skills ERP systems and data visualisation experience Job Offer Competitive salary and benefits package

The Electronics Buyer will manage the supply of electronic components from global suppliers, predominantly based in the Far East. Client Details I've exclusively partnered up with a market leading manufacturing business based in Oldham. Description Below are some of the responsibilities you'll have as the Electronics Buyer: Duties: To manage the daily production schedule based on customer orders, availability of materials, and manufacturing capacity Co-ordinate discussions between areas of the business to solve issues impacting the production schedule. Ensure SAP accuracy of production schedule dates, Stock Transport Order (STO) dates and externally procured material delivery dates impacting Product Availability to allow Accurate Available to Promise (ATP) dates and Accurate Product Availability information to various areas of the business Supports Root Cause Analysis and implements sustaining corrective actions to improve On Time Delivery to our customers Update product availability dates in system so that this information is available to customer through SAP; ensuring concise communication to customer service representatives Execute on exception messages for production orders, making sure all stakeholders are informed of any changes and adhering to Customer Service Level Agreements (SLA's) Liaise with customer service representatives to understand existing and future demands and manage forecasting via the SIOP process Profile The successful candidate for the Electronics Buyer role will ideally have the following key skills and qualities: Knowledge and experience of using SAP or similar ERP systems Experience sourcing electronics Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Strong negotiation skills Good IT systems knowledge and skills including Excel and the ability to learn new software packages Knowledge of production/manufacturing processes and lead times Good communicator with the ability to form and maintain good relationships internally and externally Strong interpersonal and influencing skills Analytical and problem-solving skills Job Offer c£45,000

Responsible for the day-to-day management of Planning & Purchasing activities, leading from A to Z to full process. The successful candidate will ensure that parts are brought to the correct specification and cost effectively, as well as delivered to third party manufacture on time Client Details A global manufacturing and distribution business (Perfumery, Cosmetics, Make-up) is recruiting a Supply Chain Planner - assistant manager, to be part of Global Operations team to distribute manufactured products globally. Description Maintain records of goods ordered and received and ensuring that any errors are corrected. Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers. Proactively interact with Sales, Quality and Finance managers. Issuing of purchase orders with suppliers, ensuring costs are maintained along with delivery times. Supporting the NPI process and ensuring new products meet the NPI demands, including sourcing, supplier selection and QCD. Monitoring stock to ensure forecast accuracy. Actioning and resolving of purchasing, stock, and freight related issues. Reviewing the stock levels to ensure the business meets its production plans whilst maintaining minimal levels of stock. Looking for ways to "add" value at every stage of the purchasing/planning process. Profile Italian and/or French speaker MS Office, especially Excel A working knowledge of manufacturing processes 2-3 years working experience in a "hands on" role, purchases, supply chain, logistics role Good working knowledge of ERP / MRP system Job Offer Competitive salary Fully remote working ability to travel to Paris & Milan regularly Company benefits package

Supply Chain Manager - Manufacturing - Liverpool Client Details My client is a highly successful manufacturer demonstrating YOY growth with no signs of slowing down. The owners continue to invest in the team, CAPEX (for expansion), and technology to ensure they stay ahead of the curve. Description As Supply Chain Manager you will: Review the material flow through the Liverpool factory and highlight opportunities for efficiencies, meeting with key stakeholders (production / operations) to understand the specific manufacturing processes Investigate systems access and capability, transitioning the planning process to a full MRP Identify the requirements of the business processes, and build a team to support Introduce a basic S&OP process to the Liverpool site, selling the benefits to key stakeholders. This will include educating contributors to the process and building accountability Manage the purchasing function to ensure the supply base has visibility on material requirements in advance. This will also support risk management highlighting the need for secondary sources Build a dashboard to help colleagues understand how to priorities, and show successes Develop robust processes for goods in and outbound materials management to help track inventory (materials, MRO, finished products) Profile The ideal candidate will: Already be a Supply Chain Manager within a complex manufacturing environment. This will include processes with significant variations on builds (eg. bespoke car manufacture where specification changes significantly per car). Be able to balance strategic and operational goals, adopting a hands on approach to the operation Demonstrate a record of delivery, influencing production and sales teams to create a "1 team culture" Recruit and lead a team supporting their development and engagement Have a working knowledge of systems, ideally SAP Job Offer circa £60,000 + package

The role of Demand Planner is to efficiently and competently analyse Sales Forecast and daily demand to ensure that availability is maximised for the customer without exposing the business to ageing and overstock issue Client Details I've partnered with a fast-moving distribution business based in Crewe, which due to continuous growth are looking to strengthen their purchasing & supply chain team. Description The Demand Planner will have the following responsibilities: To plan and manage demand utilising customer forecasts and various tools/methods and to execute purchasing recommendations in line with agreed vendor lead times Build and maintain relationships with our existing vendors Build and maintain relationships with customer, in conjunction with the relevant sales account manager / director, through regular touchpoints and on-site meetings, including hosting weekly customer CPFR calls, providing constructive inputs during those sessions and ensuring relevant forecasting sessions are setup and managed appropriately week in week out Work closely with Finance, Sales & Operations teams to ensure that any issues are dealt with promptly and expeditiously to ensure the maximum customer satisfaction Use Purchase Order reports to identify and professionally manage delayed orders Create and continuously improve reporting for senior management that clearly shows the results of the Inventory & Demand Planning function against SLAs and budgets Profile The successful candidate for the Demand Planner will ideally have the following key skills & qualities: Desirable background in Purchasing / Order Replenishment / Inventory Management / Planning PC literate, particularly strong Excel skills Proven ability to create and foster strong working relationships FMCG experience desirable Excellent communication to internal & external customers Able to work effectively with minimal supervision Has the ability to hit tight deadlines, and work effectively under pressure Great problem solving skills when the situation arises Takes responsibility and ownership to ensure all job requirements are met Behave in a professional and ethical manner at all times Must be able to work autonomously as well as in a team environment Excellent planning and organisational skills Excellent numeracy skills Job Offer c£35,000 Hybrid work-pattern

Collaborates with the Category Manager, plants and suppliers to execute category strategies, assist with or and ensure all purchasing requisitions are submitted in line with corporate policies and procedures. Client Details A well established & global business within the manufacturing space. Description Liaise with Plants, Suppliers and Stakeholders to drive implementation and compliance requirements Support strategic sourcing, contacting, category management, and SRM activities by collecting, analyzing, and managing data to provide actionable insights Reports monthly financial results using the reporting tool identified and helps address supplier performance issues. Persuades and influences internal customers to comply with purchasing policy, procedures and guidelines - including supporting project implementation activities Provides spend analysis reports and create insightful dashboards Performs data gathering and analysis related to sourcing and category management initiatives Prepare metrics and analysis for supplier scorecards and internal function management Ensures all purchasing requisitions are submitted in line with corporate policies and procedures Address and resolve escalated quality issues and supplier disputes Owns smaller spend pools; directly responsible for supplier engagement and management, supplier strategic and tactical decisions and defining productivity plans Conduct sourcing events for smaller spend categories Process Supplier Add requests and Supplier Change requests Targets suppliers for AP improvements Identify and manage risks in the supply chain Attend and represent Supply Management in Governance/Operation meetings as required Profile Required Proficiency in the use of Coupa (or similar S2P platform), Excel, Word, Power Point & Share Point Experience in procurement, purchasing & contract negotiations or supplier management. Experience and a strong aptitude for working with systems, tools and software applications Methodical and organised, taking ownership of detail, and with a strong ability to analyse data High level of interpersonal skills Excellent attention to detail together with a high level of accuracy Bachelor's Degree preferred 1-2 years of direct or related experience in purchasing & interacting with plants/customers Desirable Experience working across time-zones and cultures Change Management experience Experience setting up and working with catalogues Knowledge of Engineering / Supply Chain /Finance CIPS qualified or close to completion Job Offer Competitive salary Long term opportunity for development & progression Hybrid working (On completion of initial training period)

Site Finance Business Partner (Hybrid role - site based 2 days a week) To deliver our commitment, we need people like you who want to perform at an industry leading standard and be part of a team that continues to develop, innovate and even exceed our greatest achievements Client Details This organisation is an exciting place to be, and this role is the perfect opportunity for you to be part of our challenging mission - to safely and successfully manage the UK's civil nuclear legacy on behalf of the nation. To deliver our commitment, we need people like you who want to perform at an industry leading standard and be part of a team that continues to develop, innovate and even exceed our greatest achievements. We understand, and acknowledge the value of an inclusive working environment, and celebrate the diversity this brings to our workplace. Without this approach, we wouldn't be in the position that we are now, being able to safeguard and secure the future of our organisation. Description Based at business site (near Annan) with a hybrid working model (2 days per week on site) Analyse financial performance, identify trends/value for money opportunities and the cause of any unexpected variances Develop and continually improve budgeting, financial projections, and operating forecasts Support the development of site business plan Work with the FP&R team, Business Support Team, and supported business areas to drive financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting and report and track progress against delivery of financial targets and other KPIs for the sites Profile Qualified Accountant with professional body (ACCA/ CIMA) will support part qualified/ experience individuals with exams and development to gain accredited qualification. Qualified by Experience accountant with relevant experience. Experience in business planning, performance management (e.g. KPIs) and management information development Experience in monthly finance processes, budgeting, and forecasting Experience in ERP, management accounting, consolidation, and payroll accounting Data-driven and proficient in Excel Excellent well rounded communication skills Ability to offer first class customer service to all colleagues Strong personal organisation skills to prioritise effectively to get the job done Job Offer Basic Salary £40, 219 - £49,071 Flexible working - with presence on site expected routinely. Equivalent of 25 days (185 hours) annual leave plus Public Holidays (59.2 hours per year) - option to buy or sell up to one week each year. Participation in Company Bonus Scheme (up to £5,250 per annum based on corporate objectives). Up to 13.5% employer pension contribution depending on individual contribution amount. Access to training and development through the company performance management arrangements, supporting you in maintaining your personal Continuous Professional Development.

Site Finance Business Partner (Hybrid role - site based 2 days a week) To deliver our commitment, we need people like you who want to perform at an industry leading standard and be part of a team that continues to develop, innovate and even exceed our greatest achievements Client Details This organisation is an exciting place to be, and this role is the perfect opportunity for you to be part of our challenging mission - to safely and successfully manage the UK's civil nuclear legacy on behalf of the nation. To deliver our commitment, we need people like you who want to perform at an industry leading standard and be part of a team that continues to develop, innovate and even exceed our greatest achievements. We understand, and acknowledge the value of an inclusive working environment, and celebrate the diversity this brings to our workplace. Without this approach, we wouldn't be in the position that we are now, being able to safeguard and secure the future of our organisation. Description Based at business site (near Snowdonia National Park) with a hybrid working model (2 days per week on site) Analyse financial performance, identify trends/value for money opportunities and the cause of any unexpected variances Develop and continually improve budgeting, financial projections, and operating forecasts Support the development of site business plan Work with the FP&R team, Business Support Team, and supported business areas to drive financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting and report and track progress against delivery of financial targets and other KPIs for the sites Profile Qualified Accountant with professional body (ACCA/ CIMA) will support part qualified/ experience individuals with exams and development to gain accredited qualification. Qualified by Experience accountant with relevant experience. Experience in business planning, performance management (e.g. KPIs) and management information development Experience in monthly finance processes, budgeting, and forecasting Experience in ERP, management accounting, consolidation, and payroll accounting Data-driven and proficient in Excel Excellent well rounded communication skills Ability to offer first class customer service to all colleagues Strong personal organisation skills to prioritise effectively to get the job done Job Offer Basic Salary £40, 219 - £49,071 Flexible working - with presence on site expected routinely. Equivalent of 25 days (185 hours) annual leave plus Public Holidays (59.2 hours per year) - option to buy or sell up to one week each year. Participation in Company Bonus Scheme (up to £5,250 per annum based on corporate objectives). Up to 13.5% employer pension contribution depending on individual contribution amount. Access to training and development through the company performance management arrangements, supporting you in maintaining your personal Continuous Professional Development.

Site Finance Business Partner (Hybrid role - site based 2 days a week) To deliver our commitment, we need people like you who want to perform at an industry leading standard and be part of a team that continues to develop, innovate and even exceed our greatest achievements Client Details This organisation is an exciting place to be, and this role is the perfect opportunity for you to be part of our challenging mission - to safely and successfully manage the UK's civil nuclear legacy on behalf of the nation. To deliver our commitment, we need people like you who want to perform at an industry leading standard and be part of a team that continues to develop, innovate and even exceed our greatest achievements. We understand, and acknowledge the value of an inclusive working environment, and celebrate the diversity this brings to our workplace. Without this approach, we wouldn't be in the position that we are now, being able to safeguard and secure the future of our organisation. Description Based at business site (near Dorchester) with a hybrid working model (2 days per week on site) Analyse financial performance, identify trends/value for money opportunities and the cause of any unexpected variances Develop and continually improve budgeting, financial projections, and operating forecasts Support the development of site business plan Work with the FP&R team, Business Support Team, and supported business areas to drive financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting and report and track progress against delivery of financial targets and other KPIs for the sites Profile Qualified Accountant with professional body (ACCA/ CIMA) will support part qualified/ experience individuals with exams and development to gain accredited qualification. Qualified by Experience accountant with relevant experience. Experience in business planning, performance management (e.g. KPIs) and management information development Experience in monthly finance processes, budgeting, and forecasting Experience in ERP, management accounting, consolidation, and payroll accounting Data-driven and proficient in Excel Excellent well rounded communication skills Ability to offer first class customer service to all colleagues Strong personal organisation skills to prioritise effectively to get the job done Job Offer Basic Salary £40, 219 - £49,071 Flexible working - with presence on site expected routinely. Equivalent of 25 days (185 hours) annual leave plus Public Holidays (59.2 hours per year) - option to buy or sell up to one week each year. Participation in Company Bonus Scheme (up to £5,250 per annum based on corporate objectives). Up to 13.5% employer pension contribution depending on individual contribution amount. Access to training and development through the company performance management arrangements, supporting you in maintaining your personal Continuous Professional Development.

In this newly created role you'll be an integral part of the Supply Chain team, responsible for managing suppliers (predominantly in the Far East) ensuring that bulk products are sourced efficiently, whilst negotiating prices and managing sales forecasts. Client Details A UK leading manufacturing & distribution business, supplying goods to various sectors, which believe in innovation & high performance. Location: Manchester, Trafford Park Description The Merchandiser will have the following responsibilities: Manage a group of suppliers and will do everything including planning, physical ordering and managing stock levels as well as managing relationships with said suppliers and negotiating best pricing and terms. Work with the product managers for their category in analysing sales patterns and reporting on product performance. Liaise with the sales team to ensure opportunities are analysed and forecasts are adjusted accordingly. Make decisions on stock allocation to key customers where there is disruption in the supply chain. Keep abreast of supply chain challenges in the geographical locations of their suppliers and react accordingly. Profile The successful candidate for the Merchandiser role will have several years experience managing suppliers, ideally in the Far East and ideally someone who is looking to progress into leadership. The below experience is essential: Building and maintaining Supplier relationships Price & term negotiation Strong excel skills Sales forecasting Merchandising Buying trips overseas Shipping/logistics - experience in dealing with freight forwarders, import and export Job Offer £35,000 - £40,000

Site Finance Business Partner (Hybrid role - site based 2 days a week) To deliver our commitment, we need people like you who want to perform at an industry leading standard and be part of a team that continues to develop, innovate and even exceed our greatest achievements. Client Details This organisation is an exciting place to be, and this role is the perfect opportunity for you to be part of our challenging mission - to safely and successfully manage the UK's civil nuclear legacy on behalf of the nation. To deliver our commitment, we need people like you who want to perform at an industry leading standard and be part of a team that continues to develop, innovate and even exceed our greatest achievements. We understand, and acknowledge the value of an inclusive working environment, and celebrate the diversity this brings to our workplace. Without this approach, we wouldn't be in the position that we are now, being able to safeguard and secure the future of our organisation. Description Based at business site (near Didcot) with a hybrid working model (2 days per week on site) Analyse financial performance, identify trends/value for money opportunities and the cause of any unexpected variances Develop and continually improve budgeting, financial projections, and operating forecasts Support the development of site business plan Work with the FP&R team, Business Support Team, and supported business areas to drive financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting and report and track progress against delivery of financial targets and other KPIs for the sites Profile Qualified Accountant with professional body (ACCA/ CIMA) will support part qualified/ experience individuals with exams and development to gain accredited qualification. Qualified by Experience accountant with relevant experience. Experience in business planning, performance management (e.g. KPIs) and management information development Experience in monthly finance processes, budgeting, and forecasting Experience in ERP, management accounting, consolidation, and payroll accounting Data-driven and proficient in Excel Excellent well rounded communication skills Ability to offer first class customer service to all colleagues Strong personal organisation skills to prioritise effectively to get the job done Job Offer Basic Salary £40, 219 - £49,071 Flexible working - with presence on site expected routinely. Equivalent of 25 days (185 hours) annual leave plus Public Holidays (59.2 hours per year) - option to buy or sell up to one week each year. Participation in Company Bonus Scheme (up to £5,250 per annum based on corporate objectives). Up to 13.5% employer pension contribution depending on individual contribution amount. Access to training and development through the company performance management arrangements, supporting you in maintaining your personal Continuous Professional Development.

Working within Services division in United Kingdom as a passionate and driven Buyer PPR to help plan, execute and finalise purchasing of procurement strategies for spend across the organisation. Communication and working to targets is a strong element of this role! Client Details I have teamed up with a global manufacturing company based in Leeds who are the market leader in fluid control and adaptation. Creating high quality instruments / tools for the manufacturing industry. Description The successful Project Buyer will be responsible for: Ensuring key performance indicators for core operational targets are met. First line of escalation in project critical actions and supplier issues Internal reporting for the assigned sub-contract machining and finished components Identification of suppliers including supplier development Placement of PO's to meet the MRP and project requirements Expediting suppliers to ensure the delivery requirements are met Responsible, in co-ordination with supplier quality, for all supplier quality requirements Recovering back charges from the supplier for either quality costs or late deliveries Profile The successful Project buyer will ideally possess the below: HNC/Degree in electrical or mechanical engineering desirable Relevant experience within related industry ideally Oil and Gas Ability to travel to support with auditing of new or current vendors Target driven with a focus on results. Experience in the art of negotiation, persuasion and influence Supplier management experience Self-starter - able to work both autonomously and independently Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) both supplier facing and internal Solid time management and organisational skills Manage in a fast-paced environment Strong project financial skills Job Offer 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) + service days Defined contribution pension scheme Employee Assistance Program On-site car parking Access to a wide range of discounts on Everyday Shopping, Entertainment, and Lifestyle Long service awards Salary - Up to 40k Location - Leeds Please apply with a covering letter outlining why you would be suitable for the role

Reporting to a Senior Category Manager, the post holder will manage a portfolio of projects within one or more Procurement Categories and achieve the most economic supply arrangements, whilst adhering to procurement rules and Trust governance. Client Details An public sector organisation in Leicester. Description Leading on sourcing and specific sourcing programmes for defined projects, taking the lead on the allocated sourcing category or categories, and contributing significantly to the delivery of allocated procurement projects within key markets. The preparation and presentation of Procurement Strategy, Procurement process plans and making recommendations on contract award to the Commercial Executive. Assisting in the delivery of cost and efficiency savings across a large project range by analysing current spend information and undertaking complex market analysis or product usage and cost trends to develop procurement strategies. To ensure that proposals for non-pay savings are robust and reported appropriately. The engagement of Managers and Stakeholders in the end to end process for product selection and supply of services, including demand challenge, transition and implementation planning and development of strategy, tender evaluation, award criteria,and ongoing contract management. Promoting contract compliance across the organisation in particular where commitment contracts are placed, through escalation to the line manager Undertaking rigorous and widespread benchmarking activity to support on-going negotiation and market intelligence for designated Categories. Supporting the development, creation and delivery of the strategy for demand challenge and procurement process by liaising with the necessary leads and staff, recommending change where necessary to affect efficiencies and savings. Working with other Senior Procurement Management to develop networks to promote greater understanding and buy in to the organisation and Procurement Strategy. Senior activity in liaising with colleagues at all levels to ensure compliance in the use of agreed standardised products, ensuring the range of items within catalogues are rationalised to an optimum level. Take the lead on setting up and/or work with established product evaluation groups across the organisation to evaluate products and fast track product rationalisation decisions. Representing the organisation in working with other public bodies in the integration of purchasing/product service standardisation. Work with conflicting stakeholder needs through sourcing groups providing a robust whole life costing approach to ensure best value to the Management Groups Responsible for the authorisation of contracts and purchase orders within the Scheme of Delegation. Analyse the past financial performance of suppliers to make recommendations as to the financial capacity of an organisation to trade with the Trust. Use of procurement and financial management systems: Responsible for managing tenders through the online tendering system and contract management, Process orders within financial delegation, Use of benchmarking software to produce and interpret reports to present and Inputting and manipulating data, using software to produce reports Profile Hold a professional procurement qualification or have relevant procurement experience Expert theoretical knowledge of public sector procurement Proven experience of procurement/category management within a large organisation, including management of complex tenders Experience of tender evaluation, market and economic analysis Experience of using e-tendering solutions Job Offer 3-6 months £300 - £400 per day (inside ir35) Hybrid working