Lucy Group Ltd

Job Purpose To support our external Sales Teams with the technical proposals needed to help drive profitable business. The ideal candidate will be familiar with the Electrical Utilities Market (DNO, IDNO, ICP, EV, Renewables, rail sectors or export markets etc.). Our candidate will have excellent communication skills, good knowledge of the Electrical industry and preferably hold an HNC or higher in electrical engineering. Job Dimensions As a member of the sales and tendering team you will be on the 'front line', dealing with initial customer contact through email, telephone calls, answering technical product questions and collating and issuing appropriate sales materials and quotations as guided by the sales team. Fully supported by the Sales Channel Heads and other departments, you will take ownership to ensure our customers receive best in class customer service, responding to their enquiry or request for information with enthusiasm and professionalism. The role may involve travel to other Lucy Group offices in the UK and customer premises. This will also involve direct support to the external sales team, assisting them with their external activities. The role is a salaried position, offered at a competitive market rate + benefits working for a prestigious UK manufacturer. Key Accountabilities Support the Sales Teams with the sales and tendering process by assisting with tender preparation, administration, contract handover, customer call handling and sales generation. Support the Sales Teams to gather their data and help with the return actions. Communicate customer requirements internally. Manage Customer order handover to Customer Services/ Contract Management team. Follow-up open tenders to assist the Sales Teams. Support for UK Distributors. Support L1 (L1 - "standard product enquiries") Technical Queries received by either phone or email. To undertake any other duties and responsibilities as required / instructed to maintain and / or improve the efficiency, quality and service provided by the company. Comply with all company policies and procedures and maintain confidentiality of information relating to the company's business and staff. Job Context The position is responsible for: Receiving customer enquiries via email, telephone and web-based portals Reviewing specification documents including technical drawings and schematics, understand the customer requirements, clarifying where necessary, and matching the application with the most suitable product offering. Championing the customer enquiry internally, coordinating, and driving the input from other departments including, but not limited to, Operations, Technical, Marketing, Quality, Logistics, Finance, Customer Services, Legal. Completion of Customer Pre-qualification questionnaires Authoring of Customer quotations from a data base of pre-configured products Authoring of Customer tenders with bespoke solutions Maintenance of Tender Procedures and documentation eg. Tender templates/descriptions, Literature/IOMs/Type Test Certs for inclusion in tenders, tenders themselves, skeleton files and post sales Contracts handover. Operating and updating the CRM system Archive Control Qualifications, Experience & Skills GCSE in Maths, English and a Science or ICT subject Competent in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook) Experience of quoting capital equipment worldwide including working from engineering drawings, electrical schematics or reading from technical specifications would be an advantage Desirable Qualifications and Experience: Familiar with the UK Electrical Utilities Market via either DNO or IDNO, ICP, EV, Renewables or rail sectors Similar B2B experience gained in other sectors such as Oil & Gas, Infrastructure or Transportation would be a useful alternative Familiar with export markets, using INCO terms and tender bonds Experience of working with CAD applications Experience of the use of project management tools/practices Degree/HND/GNVQ qualification in Electrical Engineering would be a distinct advantage Essential Skills: Experience in administering a CRM application Experience of project management techniques and tools would be useful Desirable Skills: Sound understanding of contractual and INCO terms and conditions Understanding and application of commercial terminology e.g. margins & factors Behavioral Competencies: You will have excellent attention to detail Your excellent organisational skills will ensure the team pulls together Your ability to prioritise work and operate to tight deadlines whilst managing the expectations of all stake holders will ensure best in class customer service Values: We support and respect each other, we collaborate, continually improve and we 'can do' About Us: Lucy Electric is an international leader in intelligent secondary power distribution products and solutions, with features such as remote operation and monitoring. Linking energy generation to consumption, the business specialises in high-performance medium and low-voltage switchgear for utility, industrial and commercial applications.

Internal Job Title: Financial Controller Business: Blakley Electrics Ltd Location: Dartford Job Reference No: 4554 Job Purpose: An outstanding opportunity for an experienced and highly-motivated Financial Controller. The role will be responsible for all financial activities within the company and the further development of local business systems, together with business partnering with the wider leadership team and Lucy Group finance teams. Business Overview: Blakley Electrics is a UK manufacturer specialising in high performance power distribution, protection, transformer and lighting products, supplying sectors including construction, industrial, rail, nuclear and events. The company has operated for over 65 years and manufactures in house to ISO9001:2015 standards. Job Context: Financial Control and Records: Responsibility for effective financial control systems, processes and procedures Responsibility for maintenance of financial records. Responsibility for compliance with Group Policies and Procedures Responsibility for all areas of the year-end audit Financial oversight and auditing of perpetual inventory counting Cash management Financial Reporting: Responsibility for financial reporting to local business management. Responsibility for company reporting to Group. Responsibility for company tax pack reporting to Group. Responsibility for company statutory accounts Development of management reporting Financial Planning: Responsibility for quarterly forecasts. Responsibility for annual budget Cash management and preparation of cash flow forecasts Preparation and co-ordination of medium-term management plan Business Partnering: Collaborate with the Managing Director and the leadership team to provide financial information to support decision making Collaborate with Group Financial Planning & Analysis, Group Tax and Group Treasury. Develop financial and operating management information Review and analyse major sales tenders Supporting business initiatives (e.g. outsourcing, cost control and cost reduction) Fixed asset investment appraisal Provide the sales and commercial teams with appropriate customer payment solutions, to minimise company risk Costing: Management of product costing activities including: Annual preparation of product standard costs Variance analysis & reporting oversight Support for major tendering activities Management of Finance Team: Management of local finance team Employee performance management Employee development Develop Business Processes and Systems Lead the continued development of the Epicor ERP business system Implement "best practices" supported with appropriate performance metrics Responsibility for development of financial reporting capabilities To perform tasks commensurate with the position, and to have a flexible approach and attitude Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience Working in a deadline orientated financial organisation. Ability to create and use financial models for development and analysis of the business. Fully qualified accountant or finalist (ACA, ACCA or CIMA). Recognised accountancy body Effective communication and interpersonal skills at all levels Ability to influence and direct people Must be able to work independently for significant periods of time Ability to demonstrate effective team working across all disciplines within the company Able to prioritise workload effectively Ability to work to tight deadlines whilst maintaining quality and attention to detail Ability to integrate local and Group financial policies and procedures Behavioural Competencies Good interpersonal skills Highly organised An ability to multitask Good attention to detail Good understanding of business as well as financial issues Able to make decisions and prioritise An ability to work to tight deadlines Pro active Does this sound interesting? We would love to hear from you. Our application process is quick and easy. Apply today! / About Us: Lucy Group Ltd is the parent company of all Lucy Group companies. The Group is on a mission to improve people's lives with intelligent power, smart lighting and sustainable homes. Since its origins in Oxford, UK, over 200 years ago, the group has grown and diversified. Through various businesses, today we employ around 1800 people worldwide across five continents and has a turnover exceeding £400m.

Internal Job Title : Financial Reporting Manager Business : Blakley Electrics Ltd Location : Dartford Job Reference No : 4555 Job Purpose: The role will lead financial reporting and assist with the financial planning cycle. This role will report to the Financial Controller of the business and work closely with Lucy Group finance teams. Business Overview: Blakley Electrics is a UK manufacturer specialising in high performance power distribution, protection, transformer and lighting products, supplying sectors including construction, industrial, rail, nuclear and events. The company has operated for over 65 years and manufactures in house to ISO9001:2015 standards. Job Context: Financial Reporting Produce accurate monthly management accounts, financial commentary. Assist with year end statutory accounts preparation Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and internal financial policies. Collaborate Financial Accounting to maintain financial controls and support financial reporting. Preparation of company tax pack reporting to Group Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Assist the Financial Controller with quarterly forecasting, annual budgets and medium term planning. Partner with operational teams (Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sales, Engineering) to deliver meaningful forecasting inputs. Develop and maintain financial models to support scenario planning, pricing reviews and margin analysis. Support the analysis of revenue, cost drivers and working capital performance to identify improvement opportunities. Preparation of reports to feed into the cashflow forecasting model Support make-or-buy decisions, Capex, appraisal and ROI analysis Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience Working in a deadline orientated financial organisation. Background in financial reporting and FP&A within manufacturing or engineering environments. Proven ability to implement and improve financial processes Fully qualified accountant or finalist (ACA, ACCA or CIMA). Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills Excellent analytical and modelling skills Able to prioritise workload effectively Ability to work to tight deadlines whilst maintaining quality and attention to detail Ability to integrate local and Group financial policies and procedures Recognised accountancy body Behavioural Competencies Integrity and Professional Judgement Commercial and Operational Mindset Ownership and accountability Attention to Detail Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving Communication and Working Relationships Adaptability and Resilience Problem solving ability & continuous improvement mindset Does this sound interesting? We would love to hear from you. Our application process is quick and easy. Apply today! / About Us: Lucy Group Ltd is the parent company of all Lucy Group companies. The Group is on a mission to improve people's lives with intelligent power, smart lighting and sustainable homes. Since its origins in Oxford, UK, over 200 years ago, the group has grown and diversified. Through various businesses, today we employ around 1800 people worldwide across five continents and has a turnover exceeding £400m.