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Strategic Buyer - £45,000 - Ilfracombe - 10% Bonus - Amazing Pension and Working from home one day per week. Join a world-leading specialist manufacturer at the forefront of advanced engineering and innovation. Operating across global markets, this organisation designs and delivers highly technical products used in some of the world's most demanding industries. As a Strategic Buyer , you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the global supply chain - developing sourcing strategies, driving cost optimisation, and building high-performing supplier partnerships that support complex manufacturing programmes. Working closely with engineering, operations and leadership teams, you'll influence everything from new product introduction to long-term supplier strategy . This is a rare opportunity to join a company where procurement is seen as a true strategic partner to the business . Strategic Buyer - The Role: To ensure a robust supply base that meets it's needs in support of; customer service, profitable growth and improved financial performance. Ensure effective procurement and partnership with suppliers, reduce waste and naturally develop a 'customer led' organisation are the keys to success in this role. Negotiate and manage all supplier contracts (new + renewals). Ensure adherence to corporate procedures. Support with monthly deflation reporting via POL. Review bad PPI/PPV via POL and work to establish why and gain improvements. Carry out cost reduction and deflation projects. Carry out Risk mitigation projects. Conduct Sourcing reviews. Help drive a Continuous Improvement Programme within the supply base. Strategic Buyer - Candidate Requirements: Significant experience in managing external supply base. Excellent business acumen with ability to build effective partnerships with suppliers. Proven record in budget achievement and effective financial management Effective and efficient negotiator Problem solving approach. Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills. Ability to successfully negotiate and close out NPA's. Ability to partner with internal and external stakeholders and understanding the core messaging required. Highly motivated sourcing professional with background in supply chain. Strategic Buyer - Hours and Benefits: 37.5 hours per week - Mon to Fri 1 day working from home 10% Bonus £45,000 salary Excellent pension Excellent corporate benefits Want to find out more? Click Apply Now

Senior Buyer - Maidenhead - £60,000 to £70,000 + benefits Join a global leader at the forefront of electronics innovation as a Senior Buyer , where your expertise will directly influence the supply chain behind cutting-edge technology used around the world. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of strategic procurement activities within a fast-paced, high-tech environment, working with international suppliers and cross-functional engineering teams to secure critical components and drive commercial value. You'll play a key role in shaping sourcing strategy, managing supplier performance, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality electronic components that power the next generation of advanced products. Senior Buyer - Role Overview: Manage and optimize strategic sourcing initiatives across assigned categories. Act as procurement lead for a number of high spend and/or high risk categories. Manage end-to-end supply of parts for the nominated commodity, ensuring that the commodity strategy is deployed and that it is appropriate. Ensure effective supplier management to deliver the best possible SOTIF and SDPPM performance from the suppliers of the commodity. Ensure competitive sourcing for all products and or services with the objective of delivering year-on-year savings Work closely with the Commodity team to ensure supplier engagement and quotation support is provided as part of any Bid or NPI activity. Identify Productivity ideas and drive to implementation. Manage and drive improvements in PPV for their scope. Senior Buyer - Candidate Requirements: Demonstrable experience of working as a Senior Buyer / Category buyer with commodity-level experience Sufficient experience to form part of a high-performing procurement team, with evidence of contributing to strategy and vision. Excellent analytical, negotiation (especially around Contracts and Frame Agreements), and stakeholder engagement skills. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or related professional qualification (e.g., CIPS, CPM) is a plus. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience of supporting the development and improvement of a complex supply chain within an engineering and manufacturing environment Experience of implementing contract and supply negotiations with suppliers and taking ownership and accountability for subsequent fulfilment of these contracts. Experienced in working within MRP environments Senior Buyer - What's on offer: Up to £70,000 Salary Pension 1 day working from home Flexibility in start and finish times (core hours are 10am to 3pm) This role is key to succession planning of the business, so the opportunities for progression are clear, defined and obtainable! Want to find out more? Click APPLY NOW!

Kickboxing Instructor (Part-Time) Martial X Academy - Woking, Surrey About Martial X Academy Martial X Academy is a leading kickboxing academy based in Woking, delivering high-quality coaching across all levels - from complete beginners through to competitive athletes. Our programmes are structured, progressive, and built around a fully graded syllabus, supporting students on their journey from first class to black belt and beyond. We are proud to have World Champion athletes on our coaching team and offer a training environment that is focused, supportive, and welcoming. As an academy, we are active on the national competitive circuit, attending events on a monthly basis, and regularly collaborate with other leading clubs and associations for squad training, development, and knowledge-sharing. The Role We are looking for a part-time Kickboxing Instructor to join our coaching team in Woking. This role is ideal for someone passionate about coaching, who enjoys working with a range of ages and abilities, and can bring energy, structure, and personality to every session. Key Responsibilities Deliver high-quality kickboxing classes (you would work from our syllabus and lesson plans) across a range of age groups (children, teens, and adults) Create a positive, engaging, fun and disciplined training environment Support students through our graded syllabus and development pathway Coach and support students at competitions (local and national events) Contribute to squad training sessions and inter-club development opportunities Uphold the standards and values of Martial X Academy at all times Communicate effectively with students, parents, and the wider team What We're Looking For Strong kickboxing background (competitive experience desirable but not essential) A confident, engaging presence on the mats - someone who brings energy and personality to sessions Excellent communication skills with both children and adults Reliable, professional, and well-organised Passion for developing students and being part of their journey A team player who is keen to be involved in the wider growth of the academy What We Offer Competitive pay (based on experience) Free training at Martial X Academy Free training for immediate family members (subject to terms and conditions) Opportunities to coach at competitions and be part of a nationally active team Ongoing development through squad training, inter-club collaboration, and exposure to high-level coaching A supportive, professional environment with clear structure and progression Growth & Development As Martial X Academy continues to grow, we are expanding our work with schools, charities, and community programmes. This creates potential for additional daytime coaching opportunities for those who are interested. This is a role that can grow with you - offering increased hours, responsibility, and involvement as the academy continues to develop. Additional Information Part-time hours (evenings and weekends) Based in Woking, Surrey Flexibility required around competitions and academy events How to Apply Please send a CV and short introduction about yourself, your experience, and why you'd be a good fit for Martial X Academy.