ASC Connections Ltd

Purchasing Assistant / Assistant Buyer Redditch Full-Time, Permanent An established and growing manufacturing organisation is looking for a motivated Purchasing Assistant / Assistant Buyer to join its busy supply chain team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with some purchasing or administrative experience to develop their career within procurement and gain exposure to supplier management and buying activities. The Role Supporting the procurement function, you will assist with the day-to-day purchasing activities to ensure materials and services are sourced efficiently and delivered on time. You'll work closely with internal teams and suppliers, helping to maintain smooth operations and strong supplier relationships. Key Responsibilities Raise and update purchase orders in line with business requirements Support the Buyer with supplier communication and relationship management Track orders and proactively follow up on deliveries Assist in resolving any supply, delivery, or quality issues Maintain accurate data within internal systems (ERP) Support cost-saving initiatives and supplier reviews Liaise with internal departments to ensure purchasing needs are met What We're Looking For Previous experience in a purchasing, buying, or administrative role (desirable) Strong organisational skills with good attention to detail Confident communicator with a proactive approach Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Good IT skills, including experience with ERP systems (or willingness to learn) Team player with a positive and flexible attitude What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Pension scheme Generous holiday allowance Supportive and collaborative working environment Opportunities for training, development, and career progression ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

A long established UK manufacturer recognised for its expertise in delivering high quality, custom engineered plastic components is now seeking an Injection Moulding Setter. Operating with modern injection moulding technology, in house 3D design, rapid prototyping and both small batch and high volume production capability, this organisation continues to invest in new equipment, processes and peopl click apply for full job details

Logistics Sales Manager Confidential Client Supply Chain & Fulfilment Solutions Location: Redditch (Hybrid with UK & occasional international travel) Type: Full Time Permanent The Opportunity A growing and highly respected organisation operating within the ecommerce fulfilment and logistics sector is seeking an experienced commercial sales professional to drive strategic growth across both new and existing customer accounts. This role requires a proven logistics industry specialist who understands complex fulfilment operations, carrier networks and international distribution models across both B2B and B2C markets. You will play a key role in expanding the business through new client acquisition, commercial account leadership and identifying growth opportunities across domestic and international markets. Key Responsibilities Win new business through proactive business development and lead generation activity. Drive revenue and profit growth across ecommerce and fulfilment customers. Develop and execute strategic account plans aligned to commercial objectives. Manage commercial contracts and service level agreements. Act as the primary commercial contact for key accounts. Identify cross-selling opportunities across logistics and fulfilment services. Work closely with operational teams to ensure service delivery and KPI performance. Maintain accurate CRM reporting and sales forecasting. Monitor competitor activity and emerging market opportunities. About You To be successful in this role, you will bring: Demonstrable achievements within a sales role in ecommerce fulfilment, logistics or supply chain solutions. Proven experience selling into both B2B and B2C markets. Experience operating across domestic and international logistics environments. Strong understanding of carrier networks and fulfilment operations. Track record of consistently achieving or exceeding revenue and profit targets. Evidence of successful new business acquisition alongside key account growth. Experience working within fast-paced ecommerce or warehousing environments. Ability to influence stakeholders at senior decision-maker level. Strong negotiation and commercial forecasting capability. Full UK driving licence. What You'll Be Doing Leading commercial growth through strategic account development. Identifying new market opportunities across ecommerce fulfilment. Acting as a commercial project lead for customers. Driving customer engagement and long-term partnerships. Collaborating internally to deliver operational excellence. ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

Salary circa £45, days annual leave Flexible working hours Generous Pension Scheme A Quality Engineer opportunity has become available with a fast-growing manufacturing business supplying technically demanding, high-volume products into regulated and customer-driven sectors. The company operates with a strong shopfloor culture where quality directly impacts performance, efficiency, and click apply for full job details

Buyer RedditchFull-Time, Permanent An established and growing organisation is seeking an experienced Buyer to join its supply chain team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive procurement professional to take ownership of supplier relationships and play a key role in supporting business operations. The Role You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end purchasing process, ensuring the timely and cost-effective supply of materials and services. Working closely with internal teams, you will help drive efficiency, maintain supplier performance, and support overall operational success. Key Responsibilities Raise and manage purchase orders in line with business requirements Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships Monitor supplier performance and address any delivery or quality issues Proactively expedite orders to ensure continuity of supply Support cost reduction initiatives through negotiation and supplier benchmarking Work cross-functionally to ensure effective coordination across departments Ensure accurate data management within internal systems What We're Looking For Previous experience in a Buyer / Purchasing role Strong negotiation and supplier management skills Experience working with ERP or similar systems Good organisational and problem-solving abilities Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Pension scheme Generous holiday allowance Supportive and collaborative working environment Opportunities for development and progression ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

Graduate Design Engineer Salary circa 32, Days Holiday Sociable Working Hours A Graduate Design Engineer opportunity with a well-established engineering and manufacturing business based in Barnsley. With continued investment in engineering capability and a strong pipeline of projects, the business is seeking a Graduate Design Engineer to support design, development, and continuous improvement activities across the product range. In return, the successful individual will receive a salary circa of £30,000+, structured training and development, sociable working hours and the opportunity to work closely with manufacturing, sales and customers on a range of engineered solutions. Graduate Design Engineer responsibilities include - Producing 2D and 3D CAD drawings including layouts, assemblies and detailed manufacturing drawings Supporting design, redesign and updates of products to meet customer and operational requirements Generating and maintaining bills of materials (BOMs) and supporting engineering change processes Working closely with manufacturing, sales and customer service to resolve design and production queries Supporting continuous improvement activities, identifying process efficiencies and improving workflow Occasional customer site visits to support measurements, design validation and first-fit verification Graduate Design Engineer desirable skills and experience - Degree, HNC or HND in Mechanical Engineering or similar technical discipline Experience using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks (academic or industry) Understanding of engineering drawings, manufacturing processes and design for manufacture Knowledge of BOMs, engineering change processes or ERP systems would be beneficial Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally across engineering and operations Graduate Design Engineer benefits include - Salary circa of £32,000 Company Pension scheme 32 days annual leave Sociable working hours Paid company events throughout the year Training and progression opportunities mapped out from day one If you're a Graduate Design Engineer looking to kickstart your career within a supportive engineering environment, apply now via the link in this Graduate Design Engineer advert Graduate Design Engineer, Junior Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, SolidWorks, 3D CAD, Engineering Drawings, BOMs, Manufacturing, Barnsley, South Yorkshire ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

A global leader in advanced manufacturing machinery and automated production technologies is experiencing a period of growth. They are now hiring a CNC Service Engineer to support customers with installation, maintenance, and technical service on their high-performance machinery across across the M62 Corridor. Their equipment supports major industries including automotive, aerospace, furniture, HVAC, and structural fabrication, helping customers achieve greater precision, efficiency, and productivity. CNC Service Engineer Responsibilities Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair CNC machine tools both electrically and mechanically Install, commission, and formally hand over new CNC equipment at customer sites Deliver operator training covering machine use and routine maintenance Provide ongoing after-sales, technical, and application support to customers Carry out planned preventative maintenance as well as reactive breakdown support Feedback on technical findings and service insights to internal departments and the factory Develop and maintain strong, professional relationships with customers to ensure high service standards CNC Service Engineer Requirements Demonstrable experience working as a CNC Service Engineer In-depth technical expertise across: CNC control systems (Siemens experience preferred) Electrical and electronic systems Mechanical engineering principles Hydraulic and pneumatic systems HND qualification or equivalent time-served engineering background Previous experience within machine tools or metal-forming equipment environments Package and Benefits: Salary up to £52,000 Attendance/On-site bonus every week Company vehicle 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pension scheme If you're a hands-on engineer who enjoys autonomy, variety, and working with cutting-edge CNC technology, apply today! ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

A long-established UK process manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Manager to lead its E&I function across a highly regulated, safety-critical industrial site. This is a genuine opportunity to step into a modernising environment where new projects, upgrades and continuous improvement are at the forefront. You'll be responsible for guiding a skilled team, driving high standards of safety and compliance, and taking the lead on major electrical and instrumentation projects. Key Responsibilities for the Electrical & Instrumentation Manager: Provide leadership and direction to the Electrical & Instrumentation team, including two supervisors (Electrical & Instrumentation). Oversee a combined team of 3-4 technicians per discipline, ensuring smooth day-to-day running and effective performance. Take ownership of new, high impact E&I projects and site upgrades, covering design, implementation, installation and commissioning. Maintain and improve all E&I maintenance systems, promoting reliability and best practice across the plant. Participate in a shared emergency call-in system for breakdown response (days-based role otherwise). Collaborate with mechanical and wider engineering teams to support stable site operation. Ideal Background for the Electrical & Instrumentation Manager: Strong experience in electrical, instrumentation and control engineering within a process or hazardous environment. Proven ability to lead and develop engineering teams, ideally within a complex or regulated setting. Competent in instrumentation systems, electrical maintenance and project delivery. Comfortable driving cultural and operational improvement within a maturing engineering team. What's On Offer Salary up to £75,000 Monday-Friday days-based role 25 days holiday + bank holidays Paid sick scheme & life assurance Stakeholder pension Supportive, stable working environment with ongoing investment in projects and site development Ready to take the lead in a high-impact E&I Manager role?Apply now via the link to this advertisement. ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

A well-established manufacturing business is recruiting for a Marketing Coordinator to join their team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a customer-focused professional with an interest in marketing and coordination, who enjoys a varied role in a fast-paced environment. Reporting to the Customer Service Manager , you will play a key role in supporting both customer service o click apply for full job details