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Our client, a national manufacturing company, is looking to recruit an experienced, innovative and efficient Procurement Manager to be a strategic leader responsible for overseeing the organisation's purchasing activities and supplier relationships. The Procurement Manager reports directly to senior management and collaborates regularly with Category Buyers, Compliance, Inventory, and Finance teams to ensure integrated operations and achievement of strategic business priorities. This role drives procurement strategies that balance cost, quality, and availability, ensuring that the business's operational goals are met efficiently and effectively. The Procurement Manager leads a dynamic team, supports business growth, and maintains the highest standards in supplier management and product quality. This role is a 12-month fixed term contract with the possibility of becoming perm. flexibility of full or part time and hybrid working. Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute purchasing strategies aligned with overall business objectives, carefully balancing cost, quality, and availability of goods and services. Design, implement, and continuously improve procurement processes to drive operational efficiency, scalability, and adaptability to business needs. Create and deliver an annual procurement plan that outlines key objectives, key performance indicators (KPIs), and budget forecasts. Lead, mentor, and motivate the Procurement team to support the achievement of revenue and margin targets, with a focus on maximising stock availability within inventory value limits. Act as the senior escalation point for supplier relationships, providing guidance and support to Category Buyers in their roles as primary supplier contacts. Oversee the organisation and execution of annual supplier reviews and performance management initiatives, engaging with relevant internal teams to drive improved supplier results. Establish and negotiate formal supplier agreements, ensuring that terms cover all necessary aspects such as pricing, payment schedules, notice periods, and exclusivity arrangements where appropriate. Collaborate closely with Compliance teams to manage supplier approvals, conduct ongoing reviews, and ensure strict adherence to all company policies and standards. Monitor and enforce that all procured products meet internal quality requirements and external standards, including BRC certification, resolving supplier issues promptly and effectively. Work closely with the Sales, Finance and Marketing teams to anticipate stock demands, ensuring alignment between forecasted needs and supply availability. Manage the end-to-end purchasing process, ensuring accurate orders, proper documentation, and timely payments. Oversee the Procurement team's interaction with the daily operations meeting Reduce external spend by developing a reliable supplier base and alternative sourcing strategies for critical products As an ideal candidate you will have experience in a similar level role within the procurement and supply chain management, preferably within manufacturing, engineering or the food industry with the ability to manage supplier relationships. Other specifications include: Passionate about driving innovation and continuous improvement in procurement practices. Strategic thinker and capable of leading procurement transformation initiatives, including system upgrades, supplier transitions, and process changes. Proficiency in using procurement systems such as Oracle EBS or SAP is highly desirable. Critical problem-solving ability and the ability to work in a face paced environment. Good attention to detail with the ability to analyse and interpret information. Results orientated with ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines. Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire, influence, and lead cross-functional teams effectively. Excellent communicator, adept at building relationships across departments and with external partners. A degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred but not essential. In return, the company offers a very generous salary, a professional working environment, an excellent benefits package, 25 days holiday and flexibility of hybrid working and full or part time hours.

Senior Pre-Construction Manager - Traditional Projects Location: Central London Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 + package A growing London main contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Pre-Construction Manager to support its expanding pipeline of work. The business delivers a mix of refurbishment, upgrade and construction projects across Central London, often working within existing buildings and complex urban environments. The Role You will manage the pre-construction phase of traditionally procured projects, supporting tenders and preparing schemes for successful delivery. Key Responsibilities Managing tender processes and pre-construction planning Reviewing design information and identifying construction methodology Developing construction programmes and logistics strategies Supporting procurement planning and supply chain engagement Working closely with consultants and internal project teams Candidate Requirements Strong pre-construction or bid management experience Experience delivering traditional procurement projects Background with a main contractor Good understanding of construction sequencing and planning Opportunity You will join a well-established London contractor with a strong pipeline of Central London projects. Interested in learning more? Apply today or message/call me directly for a confidential discussion about the role and company.

Cost Manager Manchester Permanent Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary This is an exciting opportunity to take full accountability for regional Cost Management and Cost Engineering, ensuring the delivery of accurate, competitive prime costs and high-quality, compliant tenders. As Cost Manager, you will lead and develop the cost engineering function, oversee pricing from pre-tender through PCSA and into delivery alignment, and take ownership of the overall project price. You will work collaboratively with regional work-winning teams, supporting Bid Management, Pre-Construction and Operations to ensure clear visibility of cost drivers, risks, opportunities, and assumptions throughout the project lifecycle. This role plays a key part in helping secure new business, strengthening client relationships and enabling well-informed decision-making at a senior level. Responsibilities Provide effective leadership and development of the cost engineering team to achieve sales and gross profit targets. Ensure consistent and compliant pricing across all pre-construction activities, in line with NG Bailey processes and delegated authority requirements. Work with Pre-Construction Leads to define clear pricing strategies focused on profit, risk management and client value. Report monthly on tenders and PCSA activity, including progress against programme and any required mitigation actions. Collaborate with Operations, Commercial, Cost, Design & Technical, Procurement, Planning, and project teams to shape and communicate tender pricing strategy. Deliver effective cost planning services and maintain accurate historic cost data across project types and sectors. Maintain a detailed understanding of market pricing, competition, risks, market activity, and key stakeholders. Work with Procurement and technical leads to validate quotations, apply optimal buying strategies and maintain supply chain compliance. Maintain accountability for Estimation, SharePoint and related systems, ensuring timely production of required monthly reports. Following contract award, organise and ensure thorough handover of winning bids to Operations, providing clear evidence of tender basis, commercial opportunities and risk areas. Maintain the highest levels of commercial confidentiality in all aspects of employment. Requirements Management experience and/or 5+ years as a Senior Estimator. Experience leading cost engineering and/or estimating teams (desirable). Strong commercial and financial acumen with the ability to influence at all levels. Experience in cost planning, pricing strategy, and risk management. Knowledge of procurement and supply chain engagement best practice. Evidence of Design and Commercial training (essential). Evidence of Management training (essential). Evidence of Health & Safety training (essential). Professional Management qualification (desirable). Qualifications in Design and/or Commercial disciplines (desirable). Benefits Financial compensation if working away from home 25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays Pension with leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Private healthcare Free 24/7 365 Employee assistance program to support mental health and wellbeing (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Discounts Personal development programme Flexible Benefits Car/Car Allowance Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.

Company Eden Brown has been appointed by one of London's leading workplace design and build fit-out specialists to find a Senior Preconstruction Manager to successfully manager the Preconstruction process for multiple commercial office fit out concurrently to a high standard. Renowned as the go-to D&B firm for top-tier clients, our client has a proven track record of delivering sustainable, inspiring workspaces that make returning to the office a pleasure, not a chore, our client is dedicated to creating unrivalled workspaces that drive performance. They specialise in complete workplace consultancy, delivering services from single office relocation to comprehensive design and fit-out, workspace planning, refurbishment, and interior branding. Their clients trust them to create bespoke and sustainable workspaces. Role overview This role requires a leader to successfully manage PreConstruction Manager and the PreConstruction of multiple projects efficiently and to a high standard. Experienced within a fast track workplace Design & Build environment is crucial to be able to make accurate 'on the spot' decisions. Integral part of the BU team, targeting winning of projects, providing PreConstruction services including costing, contractual support, programming, Health and Safety Sustainability and design management. Possess the skills to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively and be the primary point of contact for client Pre-Construction queries Key Responsibilities: Costing / Estimating Develop a comprehensive, accurate and competitive Cost Sum Analysis (CSA), for project submission. Where possible, tender packages to multiple suppliers to ensure competitive rates. Analyse all tender returns to prevent scope gap and to ensure tender compliance. Coordinate site visits with Supply Chain to carry out surveys and gain full understanding of site conditions. Source all as build information for project and issue to internal team, Supply Chain and Incumbent Contractors Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, including the design and commercial teams, to prepare an accurate program and ensure cost alignment with design development from client appointment through to contract signing. Work closely with the project team to prepare Value Develop a comprehensive, accurate and competitive Cost Sum Analysis (CSA), for project submission. Where possible, tender packages to multiple suppliers to ensure competitive rates. Analyse all tender returns to prevent scope gap and to ensure tender compliance. Coordinate site visits with Supply Chain to carry out surveys and gain full understanding of site conditions. Source all as build information for project and issue to internal team, Supply Chain and Incumbent Contractors. Engage with Supply Chain and Incumbent Contractors early in the process to ensure coordination between design and trades. Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, including the design and commercial teams, to prepare an accurate program and ensure cost alignment with design development from client appointment through to contract signing. Work closely with the project team to prepare Value Engineering (VE) proposals and viable alternatives that preserve quality and functionality. Primary point of contact for client Pre-Construction queries, preparing reports and supporting documentation as needed. Building Contracts, Letter of Intents (LOI), Performance Bonds (PB), Parent Company Guarantees (PCG) and Insurances. Understand, negotiate and be able to formulate and / or review a JCT D&B Contract, including ER's (Employers Requirements), CP's (Contractors Proposals) and CSA (Cost Sum Analysis). Understanding of proposed Schedule of Amendments (SOA) and any implications. Liaise with Construction Legal Advisors, both client side and in house. Understand Performance Bonds, Parent Company Guarantees, all relevant Insurances, Schedule of Derogation and 3rd Party Agreements. Highlight Risk. Prepare and negotiate Preconstruction Service Agreement (PCSA) or LOI (Letter of Intent). Design and Design Management Good understanding of Design and the Design process. Manage, with the Design Director / PD, the design to ensure timely production of designs through a tender design release schedule. Drive a statutory compliant, ER compliant and competitive winning design. Periodicity Issue design updates/changes the supply chain to update their technical drawings and or quotes. Periodically update the costs through the design development phase of the project to issue to client and clients professional team. Quickly flag internally errors in the design or potential cost increases. Sanity check the design to ensure buildability. Building Services (MEP&S) Design Manage the production and coordination of the MEP&S design. Evaluate the technical aspects of the Project. Focus on competitive design and coordination with other trades e.g. ceilings and partitions. Manage design coordination with Landlord Incumbent Contractors (Fire Alarm/Sprinklers) and Client Direct Suppliers (AV/Furniture). Supply Chain Management including Subconsultants Manage the Supply Chain in the preparation of the CSA. Special focus on the Subcontractors with design responsibility; MEP and Sprinklers, Acoustics, Building Services, Fire, etc. Provide assessment of the performance of Supply Chain. Building Control Liaison with Building Control to ensure early Plan Check has been undertaken. Ensure occupancy compliance with regards to Building Limiting Factors: Fresh Air Provision, Toilet Provisions and Means of Escape. To be able to read and understand the buildings Fire Strategy document. Ensure initial notice issued Landlord, Statutory Authorities, 3rd Party Requirements, Incumbents Liaise with and understand requirements of Landlords and Fit Out Guides. Manage any Statutory Authority including Power (e.g. UKPN), Comms (e.g. Colt), Planning Permission, Listed Building Consent and Advertising Consents. Prepare, negotiate and agree the Licences to Alter (LTA) with the Landlord / Landlord Professional Team. Programme, Risk and Procurement Schedules Prepare a PreConstruction Programme. Work with Construction team to produce a Construction Programme highlighting key dates. From the Construction Programme prepare Procurement Schedule Health & Safety Possess good understanding of Construction Health and Safety. Prepare H&S documentation for handover to Construction Team. Manage Client requirements in respect of Client's CDM responsibilities Presentation Prepare inputs into the Pitch Document. Be part of the pitch team as the expert on Cost, Technical (MEP) Design, Project and Programme. Effectively communicate project costs in a clear and straightforward manner, ensuring prompt and thorough responses to any inquiries. Required Skills & Experience A determined and committed team player who understands the importance of closely supporting and collaborating with colleagues to achieve the best results Proven high level commercial skills and contractual awareness Strong numerical and analytical skills; excellent attention to detail Good time management; ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressure Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Energetic, proactive and with a 'can do' attitude is essential Demonstrates initiative and an appetite to learn Excellent communication and organisational skills Qualifications Construction related degree or HE qualifications Quantity Surveying degree or HE qualification Trade qualification supported by experience in costing Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Cost Manager - MEP Leeds Permanent Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary This is an exciting opportunity to take full accountability for regional Cost Management and Cost Engineering, ensuring the delivery of accurate, competitive prime costs and high-quality, compliant tenders. As Cost Manager, you will lead and develop the cost engineering function, oversee pricing from pre-tender through PCSA and into delivery alignment, and take ownership of the overall project price. You will work collaboratively with regional work-winning teams, supporting Bid Management, Pre-Construction and Operations to ensure clear visibility of cost drivers, risks, opportunities, and assumptions throughout the project lifecycle. This role plays a key part in helping secure new business, strengthening client relationships and enabling well-informed decision-making at a senior level. Responsibilities Provide effective leadership and development of the cost engineering team to achieve sales and gross profit targets. Ensure consistent and compliant pricing across all pre-construction activities, in line with NG Bailey processes and delegated authority requirements. Work with Pre-Construction Leads to define clear pricing strategies focused on profit, risk management and client value. Report monthly on tenders and PCSA activity, including progress against programme and any required mitigation actions. Collaborate with Operations, Commercial, Cost, Design & Technical, Procurement, Planning, and project teams to shape and communicate tender pricing strategy. Deliver effective cost planning services and maintain accurate historic cost data across project types and sectors. Maintain a detailed understanding of market pricing, competition, risks, market activity, and key stakeholders. Work with Procurement and technical leads to validate quotations, apply optimal buying strategies and maintain supply chain compliance. Maintain accountability for Estimation, SharePoint and related systems, ensuring timely production of required monthly reports. Following contract award, organise and ensure thorough handover of winning bids to Operations, providing clear evidence of tender basis, commercial opportunities and risk areas. Maintain the highest levels of commercial confidentiality in all aspects of employment. Requirements Management experience and/or 5+ years as a Senior Estimator. Experience leading cost engineering and/or estimating teams (desirable). Strong commercial and financial acumen with the ability to influence at all levels. Experience in cost planning, pricing strategy, and risk management. Knowledge of procurement and supply chain engagement best practice. Evidence of Design and Commercial training (essential). Evidence of Management training (essential). Evidence of Health & Safety training (essential). Professional Management qualification (desirable). Qualifications in Design and/or Commercial disciplines (desirable). Benefits Financial compensation if working away from home 25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays Pension with leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Private healthcare Free 24/7 365 Employee assistance program to support mental health and wellbeing (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Discounts Personal development programme Flexible Benefits Car/Car Allowance Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.

The Prime Minister called for reform of the British state, seeking to go further and faster on renewal, and to ensure a more active government. To support these aims, the government established the National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA) as its centre of infrastructure expertise, harnessing the policy and strategy insight of the National Infrastructure Commission (NIC) and the delivery specialism of the Infrastructure and Projects Authority (IPA) and bringing them together to create a new, stronger and more powerful organisation within HM Treasury capable of delivering these goals. NISTA has six objectives: Overseeing the government's 10 Year Infrastructure Strategy Identifying and coordinating infrastructure needs Unblocking barriers and streamlining delivery of the government's major projects Setting standards and improving the government's project delivery capabilities Providing effective assurance for the government's priority projects Leading expertise on private finance The Market and Sector Engagement function is currently being shaped through a consultative design process to determine NISTAs final operating model which is on track to complete by the summer with implementation thereafter. The function will work closely across NISTA (systems strategy; delivery and portfolio function and project finance) and in partnership with spending teams, and the Economic Growth Unit (EGU) in HMT, in order to anchor sector engagement and project delivery support in fiscal frameworks, spend controls and approvals processes The role holder is expected to manage multiple teams and workstreams and at this stage in the design process we expect between 15-25 members of staff -market and sector engagement, pipeline and publications, regulatory reform teams-that together constitute a substantial part of the organisation's outputs. Final spans and layers will be confirmed through the current detailed organisation design and are expected to be in place by the time the role holder joins; the post will line manage several senior leaders and team managers and is ultimately accountable for the performance of a large cadre of professional staff delivering complex, cross government programmes. About the Role This is a senior leadership role requiring strong judgement, depth of understanding of the private sector, credibility with delivery leaders and investors, and the ability to operate across policy, regulation, commercial and finance interfaces. The Director for Market and Sector Engagement will play a critical role as NISTA goes through a period of transformation and will shape and lead NISTA's market-facing capability to help make UK infrastructure investable and deliverable by: delivering an investor-ready dynamic Infrastructure Pipeline (grounded in credible project data and delivery plans); coordinating engagement with departments, regulators, investors and industry, partnering with Government Commercial Function; amplifying the United Kingdom's (UK) international offer in boosting UK growth by learning from international experience and financing structures; supporting reforms that improve the delivery environment (including in regulated sectors); and helping convert projects from investment proposition to commercial deal and then to contract so that schemes reach market and delivery at pace. They will build trust and credibility with Ministers, as well as senior leaders across government and the private sector, and lead expert teams in line with NISTA's ways of working-coherent, confident, committed and collaborative-creating an inclusive culture where people are supported to thrive and deliver at pace. The postholder will be a member of NISTA's Senior Leadership Team and HMT's senior leaders' group, contributing to corporate leadership and organisational transformation and will need to operate flexibly in a dynamic environment. The role will evolve over time in response to ministerial and organisational priorities and the postholder will be expected to adapt their focus and ways of working accordingly, taking on additional responsibilities across NISTA/HM Treasury as required. Key Responsibilities: Providing visible, strategic leadership that champions NISTA, sets a clear direction and embeds a culture of openness, innovation, and accountability within your team and throughout the organisation. Delivering an investable dynamic Infrastructure Pipeline which requires effective coordinated engagement with departments, investors, industry and the supply chain to maintain a relevant, up-to-date picture of future demand that leads to improved outcomes for UK Infrastructure; Partnering with the Government Commercial Function to deliver improved commercial outcomes across the GMPP portfolio; alongside NISTA's delivery and portfolio teams. Boosting private investment in infrastructure by collaborating with departments, regulators and investors to create an investor-friendly, growth-oriented framework (including with the Public Finance Institutions group and supporting delivery of Lower Thames Crossing and Euston financing structures), drawing on expertise from across Treasury and working alongside NISTA's Project Finance directorate. Modernising cross-sector economic regulation by working with regulated sectors, regulators and departments to identify and address barriers to investability and delivery in partnership with policy and delivery teams across NISTA and wider Treasury. Leading NISTA's international work to promote UK infrastructure and helping to increase private investment. Person Specification While in post, the successful candidate will be expected to perform well across the full range of Senior Civil Service behaviours set out in the Success Profile framework and demonstrate commitment to Civil Service values. The essential criteria for the purpose of selection are: Experience of operating and influencing at C-Suite/ Ministerial/ Cabinet level in both the private and public sectors with track record of securing confidence of senior colleagues and stakeholders across a wide network. Leading market facing functions or complex programmes in major infrastructure projects, with strong client side skills and delivery credibility. Mobilising private investment into infrastructure through contemporary approaches and capital markets engagement; strong financial acumen and value for money focus Experience of delivering high quality outcomes across the project lifecycle, with a combination of project delivery, commercial, procurement and project finance experience. Experience of building effective internal and external partnerships across organisational boundaries in a complex and large organisation to deliver through and with others to achieve challenging or new outcomes. The following is desirable: Experience of working at a senior level in different sectors with strong commercial acumen. For more information on the role and how to apply, please review the full job description on Civil Service Jobs by following the "apply" link. Benefits of working with us include: 25 days' annual leave (rising to 30 after 5 years), plus 8 public holidays and the King's birthday (unless you have a legacy arrangement as an existing Civil Servant) Flexible working patterns (job-share, condensed hours) A Civil Service Pension which provides an attractive pension, benefits for dependants and average employer contributions of 28% Generous parental leave packages Onsite restaurant and coffee bar. The London office also offers a gym, showers and prayer room Access to a cycle-to-work salary sacrifice scheme, season ticket advances and payroll giving Access to a retail discounts and cashback site A Rental Deposit Advance Scheme to help meet the total costs of deposits for privately rented homes A range of active staff networks, based around interests (e.g. analysts, music society, sports and social club) and diversity At HM Treasury we have an exceptionally broad remit; our work touches every citizen of the country. So, it's important our employees come from the widest possible range of backgrounds, bringing us the widest possible range of perspectives and ways of thinking. We are committed to ensuring that all staff are able to realise their potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.

An excellent opportunity for a Group Equipment Manager to join a leading retail business overseeing the end-to-end, forecasting, and strategic stockholding of store fixtures, fittings and equipment (FF&E) across all supply chain for a portfolio of circa 700 stores. Reporting to the Group Head of Facilities, this role is pivotal in ensuring sustainable, cost-effective, and innovative solutions that support both domestic and international expansion. The successful candidate will combine deep knowledge of manufacturing processes with strong leadership and communication skills, ensuring our supply chain delivers on time. This is an office based role with regular travel to sites across the UK. Role & Responsibilities: Assist in developing and implement sustainable supply chain strategies for retail fixtures and equipment and ensure actioned out with team and supply chain. Engage with stakeholders through site visits and regular communication to find risks and resolve ambiguities. Consult weekly with Design, Programme Management Office and Project Management teams to align supply chain with upcoming store development needs. Prepare and manage tender documentation working alongside department Sourcing/procurement manager, ensuring compliance with procurement best practices. Negotiate supplier contracts, working alongside the department procurement manager Person Specification 10 years experience in a similar role, running at both strategic and tactical levels. Proven history in challenging environments with tight deadlines. Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams and driving performance. Excellent communication and influencing abilities. Experience in manufacturing processes (metal fabrication, joinery, plastic fabrication), ideally within retail shopfitting or point-of-sale industries. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent demands, from large tenders to smaller enquiries. Global sourcing experience to support international expansion. Salary / Package £80,000 Car Allowance 25 days holiday + bank holidays Pension contribution Flexible working Access to retail discounts At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

We have an exciting new opportunity for a motivated Supply Chain Coordinator within our Construction South business. With our main office in Weybridge, and satellite offices in Farnborough and Dartford, we deliver projects across multiple sectors within Southern England and South London Boroughs regions. As the successful candidate, you will report to the Regional Supply Chain Manager and collaborate with teams across new business, pre-construction, delivery, and aftercare. You will support the management and coordination of our supply chain partners, ensuring they meet current and future business needs and performance standards. Key Responsibilities Support in driving the strategic direction of the department. Strong organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced construction environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a confident, proactive approach to engaging internal teams and supply chain partners. Able to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels. Effective workload management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and deliver to deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to produce and maintain reports, analyse data, and support supply chain performance tracking. Ambitious and motivated, with a positive attitude and a strong desire to learn and develop within the construction supply chain. Passionate about driving value, quality, and continuous improvement across the supply chain. Essential Criteria Demonstrable experience in supply chain engagement, subcontractor coordination, or procurement support activities. Ability to build effective relationships and influence a range of internal and external stakeholders. A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to review, challenge, and improve existing processes. Clear and confident verbal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a wider multi-functional project or business team. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel where required. Minimum BTEC or Level 3 qualification (or equivalent). Desirable Criteria Good working knowledge of the UK construction industry. Located within a reasonable commuting distance of the Weybridge head office. Previous experience in supply chain or stakeholder relationship management. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

Commercial Manager Location: London Oxford Airport, Kidlington (OX5) Hours: 37.5 Contract: Full Time Reporting to: Senior Commercial Operations Manager Overview A leading aerospace organisation is seeking a commercially astute Commercial Manager to support a diverse portfolio of civil and defence programmes. Based at a major UK aviation hub, the team delivers aircraft sales, completions, maintenance, engineering and support services for UK civil and military customers. This is a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment managing high-value, complex contracts across multiple business areas. The Role You will manage commercial activity across aircraft sales, customisation, retrofit, training, MRO and service agreements. Working closely with bid teams, you will support contractual structures, risk assessment and negotiation of Terms & Conditions. Collaboration is key, working with Sales, Engineering, Production, Maintenance, Supply Chain and Finance. Key Responsibilities Manage key UK Government and defence contracts in line with the Procurement Act 2023, DSPCR and SSRO requirements. Prepare SSRO reports including CPS, CRP and FPA. Oversee full contract lifecycles, ensuring deliverables, milestones, costs, profit rates and payment schedules are met. Lead negotiations, amendments and reporting for defence/government customers. Represent the organisation professionally in internal and external meetings. Contribute to continuous improvement of contract management processes. Knowledge & Skills Essential Degree in Business, Law or related field (or relevant experience). Experience in commercial/contract management within defence, aerospace or similar regulated sectors. Hands-on experience with Government/defence contracts under SSRO. Strong negotiation, financial analysis and business case skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Strong organisational and multitasking capability. Proficiency in MS Office and Google Workspace. Proactive approach to risk identification and mitigation. Willingness to travel occasionally in the UK or abroad. Desirable Understanding of aviation, aerospace or military industries. Experience managing contracts exceeding £5m. Knowledge of contract law and UK procurement processes. Ability to automate reporting via VBA or AppScript. Additional Requirements Eligible for Security Check (SC) clearance (normally requires 5 years UK residency). Ability to obtain DBS clearance. Meet Export Control requirements. Proof of right to work in the UK. Benefits Bupa private medical (single cover). Pension scheme (6%-8% employer contribution). Dental plan, health-care cash plan, personal accident insurance. Health assessments, travel insurance. Access to financial and legal advisory services. How to Apply If you are a commercially focused professional with strong contract management experience and a passion for regulated environments, we'd love to hear from you.

Operations and Engineering Manager Location: Newport Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 per annum Hours: Full-time The Role We are recruiting for an experienced Operations and Engineering Manager to join a high-precision manufacturing environment within advanced engineering sectors such as semiconductor, automation, or precision machining. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving performance across machining, tooling, maintenance, and workshop operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and scalable production capability. Key Responsibilities Lead daily operations across maintenance, machining, tooling, and workshop functions Develop operational strategies to support production targets, equipment uptime, and long-term capability growth Drive alignment between engineering, production, facilities, quality, and supply chain teams Build and manage KPIs, dashboards, and planning systems to support data-driven decision making Machining and Tooling Oversee CNC machining, manual machining, toolmaking, and complex component manufacture Lead tooling development, refurbishment, and optimisation for precision processes Collaborate with suppliers to improve tool life, accuracy, and process capability Ensure machining operations meet tight tolerances and reliability requirements Advanced Manufacturing and Equipment Support installation, commissioning, and optimisation of high-precision production equipment Lead Facility Acceptance Testing and equipment validation activities Coordinate utilities, equipment layouts, and routing for new tools and process equipment Apply structured problem solving to resolve equipment, tooling, and process issues Workshop and Facilities Manage central workshop operations including machining, fabrication, and engineering support Lead facility expansions, layout planning, and contractor coordination Develop equipment specifications, evaluate quotations, and support procurement decisions Maintenance and Reliability Develop and implement maintenance strategies using modern methodologies and digital tools Build a self-sufficient maintenance function supporting complex manufacturing equipment Ensure compliance with safety standards, preventative maintenance schedules, and operational readiness Leadership and Development Build and develop multi-skilled engineering and operations teams Lead recruitment processes and select high-quality candidates Mentor engineers and technicians on best practice across machining, tooling, and safety Promote a strong safety-focused and inclusive culture About You Proven experience in operations leadership within machining or advanced manufacturing environments Strong knowledge of CNC machining, manual machining, and toolmaking Experience in tooling development and precision engineering Understanding of equipment integration, utilities, and complex manufacturing environments Experience managing workshops, maintenance, and reliability strategies Strong planning, scheduling, and KPI management capability Experience working with suppliers, procurement, and technical stakeholders Strong commitment to safety and compliance Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering How to Apply To apply for the Operations and Engineering Manager position, click Apply Now and upload your CV. A member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss your application and next steps.

We are currently recruiting for a Supply Chain Supervisor to join our client based in Milton Keynes. This is a Monday to Friday position reporting directly to the Supply Chain Manager, with responsibility for two direct reports. Key Responsibilities Ensure materials are available on site and tested to support manufacturing processes. Manage all materials through regular stock counts, reordering, and analysis of usage trends to support future purchasing requirements. Provide accurate data and reporting to the administrative team. Work with the wider team to evaluate materials and build strong relationships with suppliers. Regularly review supplier pricing to ensure cost effectiveness and best value. Support the team in maintaining procurement policies to ensure compliance and adherence to company standards. Evaluate and carry out risk assessments on suppliers. Maintain and update product data sheets. Play a key role in internal audits. Supervise and support two direct reports. Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will have experience in inventory management, material handling, supply chain operations, project management, and purchasing, along with experience supervising or leading a small team. Brilliant company to work for - great opportunity! Quality Personnel acting as an Employment Agency & Business (rated as one of the top 3 Agencies in Milton Keynes for the 6th year running!). Please note due to volume of applications you will only be contacted if we are progressing your application.

Multi-Modal Account Manager Altrincham Full-Time 37.5 Hours per week (office based) Salary: Competitive + Benefits Reed is proud to be working in partnership with a leading logistics organisation to recruit a Multi-Modal Account Manager for their Manchester-based operations team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced logistics professional to join a dynamic and forward-thinking business that values operational excellence and team collaboration. About the Role This is an operations-focused position with a strong commercial edge. You'll be responsible for managing the full transportation cycle- air, ocean, rail, and road for import, export, and cross-trade shipments. From quoting and booking to customs clearance and delivery, you'll ensure every step is executed with precision and professionalism. You'll be the key point of contact for your assigned accounts, building strong client relationships, identifying opportunities for growth, and ensuring service excellence. The role also involves working closely with internal teams to maintain compliance, optimise processes, and support continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Manage end-to-end shipment processes across multiple modes of transport Quote and follow up on rates, ensuring competitive pricing and customer satisfaction Coordinate with suppliers, agents, and internal teams to ensure timely and accurate documentation Maintain shipment schedules and proactively update clients Ensure customs declarations are legally compliant and processed efficiently Monitor KPIs, mitigate financial risks, and support internal SOP adherence Identify opportunities for service improvement and account growth What We're Looking For Proven experience in multi-modal logistics operations Strong understanding of customs procedures and legal requirements Excellent communication and relationship-building skills High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure Proficiency in MS Office and ideally CargoWise Flexible, proactive, and team-oriented mindset Desirable Industry qualifications (e.g. BIFA) Experience in client-facing account management Why Apply? This is a brilliant opportunity to join a company that values its people and invests in their development. You'll be part of a supportive team with a positive culture, working in a fast-paced and rewarding environment. Interested? Apply today or contact Adam Norris at Reed Procurement & Supply Chain for a confidential discussion.

The Assistant Commercial Manager role in the property industry involves supporting procurement and supply chain activities to ensure effective management of contracts and supplier relationships. Based in Birmingham, this position is ideal for professionals looking to contribute to high-profile projects within a structured and collaborative environment. Client Details This opportunity is with a well-established organisation in the property sector. The company operates as a large organisation and is known for working on impactful projects that shape the infrastructure landscape. Description Support the management of procurement and supply chain activities to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures. Assist in the preparation, negotiation, and administration of contracts to achieve project objectives. Monitor supplier performance, addressing any issues to maintain high standards of service delivery. Contribute to cost management and value-for-money strategies within the procurement process. Prepare reports and documentation to support commercial decision-making. Engage with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment of procurement activities with organisational goals. Support risk identification and mitigation strategies related to supply chain management. Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. Profile A successful Assistant Commercial Manager should have: A relevant qualification in procurement, supply chain, or a related field. Experience of working with NEC Contracts highly desirable. Experience in managing procurement or supply chain activities within the property industry. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to support effective decision-making. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for procurement and reporting. An understanding of contract management principles and practices. A proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks. Job Offer Competitive salary up to 45k Comprehensive benefits package to support your professional and personal wellbeing. Opportunity to work on high-profile projects in the property industry. Collaborative and structured work environment based in Birmingham. Permanent role with potential for professional growth and development. If you are ready to take the next step in your career as an Assistant Commercial Manager, we encourage you to apply today.

Posted Monday 2 March 2026 at 00:00 Expires Thursday 12 March 2026 at 23:59 At Costa Coffee, we are what we craft.We'rereimagining coffee experiences in over 50 countries and counting, as a key part of the Coca-Cola System. Whether you get your coffee in a store, from a machine, at home, or on the go -we'vegot you covered. The Procurement Manager for Bakery and Sweet food is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced procurement specialist. You'll join a passionate and collaborative procurement team at an exciting moment of change and growth - with direct visibility to senior leadership and genuine influence over the direction of Costa's food offer. This is a high-impact role managing a complex, strategically important supply base across Ambient, Freshly Baked, and Sweet lines, spanning bakery suppliers, category innovation, and senior level commercial negotiations. Our teams make a difference. Whetherthat'sworking on new tech for the perfect pour, helping our teams grow, creating award winning campaigns, crunching the numbers, or developing the latest exciting menu item; together, we stir up success. We may be a global brand, but wehaven'tforgotten our roots.That'swhere the Costa Foundation and our fantastic community agenda come in. Whatever your role, you can help us change lives in coffee growingcommunities andhelp your local community too. We also want to help you grow in your career through amazing experiences, our apprenticeship scheme, and development programmes. At Costa, you can go beyond the day to day. And as a Procurement Manager,there'snever been a better time to join. So, why Costa? Wedidn'tbecome a global coffee brand by sitting back. When you work here, you join a community that values passion,progressionand integrity, with somepretty brilliantperksto sweeten the deal: Own a piece of Costa's success by becoming a share owner in Coca-Cola with our Share Investment Plan (SIP) An annual discretionary bonus scheme, based on business results and individual contribution. A smart pension that saves you money on tax and national insurance, and matches your contributions up to 10% The Costa Financial Support Fund, supporting team members who find themselves in unexpected financial pressure 50% discount in all Costa owned stores, and 25% off in other participating stores Private medical cover thanks to our Private Healthcare scheme Andthat'snot all. Explore even more of ourperkshere: We'repassionate about beinga great placeto work, where you can bring your unique self into our mix. Wefirmly supportdiversity,equityand inclusion, and continue to work with our teams to shape the future of our culture and values: Disciplined to Deliver, Passion for Progress, Win with Warmth, Courage to Challenge and Trusted Team Players. Whatyou'lldo Being a Procurement Manager is about so much more than sourcing great products. It'syour chance to stir up real commercial value - which means: Drive commercial value - lead tender processes including commercial analysis, contract negotiation, risk mitigation, and full cost model transparency through commodity benchmarking and should cost modelling Build cost transparency - develop and maintain should cost models, commodity benchmarking, and pricing validation to challenge costs and protect margin Strengthen supplier partnerships - build and sustain strategic relationships with key manufacturing partners through regular site visits, QBRs, and performance management Partner cross functionally - work closely with Suppliers, Category Managers and R&D teams to translate culinary insight into sourcing strategy, supporting opportunities for range rationalisation, ingredient standardisation, and specification improvement to reduce cost and complexity Who you are We're looking for someone with the commercial acumen, category knowledge, and personal presence to lead at pace in a complex, global food business. It'syour unique ingredientswe'reinterested in: Food procurement expertise - significant experience in food, ideally bakery, pastry, sweet or impulse categories, with a strong grasp of supply chains, factory processes, ingredient structures, and cost drivers Commercial track record - proven ability to deliver procurement value in a complex, matrix environment through major supplier negotiations, change programmes, and rigorous contract management Cost modelling capability - experience building, challenging, and validating should cost models across commodity driven categories, with confidence in commodity pricing and financial modelling Analytical mindset - comfortable working with data to drive decisions, validate pricing, and benchmark performance across a complex supply base Stakeholder influence - ability to negotiate and influence at all levels, from suppliers to internal executive stakeholders, and support NPD from sourcing concept through to commercial launch Where you'll work: Right now, our Support Centre teams work flexibly, blending home working with in person time whenever it matters most - whether that's a team moment, a creative session, or simply coming together to share ideas. We're excited to be moving into anew home for our brand in St Albans in January 2027 - an inspiring space from which our Support Centre teams will work three days a week to connect and collaborate in person to bring our bold ambition to life. For any reasonable adjustments and general queries, please get in touch. Job Family UK_B Grade_SC Job Function Global Functions - Procurement / Supply Chain

A global coffee brand is looking for a Procurement Manager for Bakery and Sweet food to drive commercial value and manage supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have significant food procurement experience, strong cost modelling capability, and the ability to influence stakeholders. This role is crucial in ensuring the efficiency of product sourcing and supplier negotiation, contributing to the overall success of the company's food supply chain. Join a passionate team in St Albans, where flexibility and collaboration are key.

Position 1 Recruitment is seeking a Junior QA Engineer to join a engineering manufacturing company specialising in control systems and heating systems . The Junior QA Engineer will support the QHSE function by ensuring products, processes, and suppliers comply with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications. The role involves close collaboration with engineering, production, procurement, and suppliers to drive continuous improvement across quality performance. Key Responsibilities Follow up on Supplier Corrective Action Reports to ensure timely responses and actions, improving supply chain performance Identify, document, and resolve Nonconformities and customer complaints, supporting Root Cause Analysis Assist the QA Manager with ASME BPVC Section II compliance checks for received goods Participate in internal audits and weekly QHSE tours Provide administrative support to the QHSE department, including updating procedures and instructions Prepare key project QHSE documents such as ITPs, Quality Plans, and Ex component certification dossiers Help maintain the equipment calibration system with QA & QC Managers You will need Knowledge/experience of inspection of electrical or mechanical products within Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, or Pharmaceutical environments Ability to read engineering drawings Understanding/knowledge of ISO 9001, ATEX/IECEx, ASME & PED standards Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to follow procedures To discuss this opportunity further, please contact Aiste on (phone number removed)

Every aircraft that takes to the sky depends on thousands of decisions made on the ground. We are looking for an Aerospace Supply Chain Quality Manager who knows that supplier quality isn't just paperwork-it's the backbone of safety, performance, and trust at 30,000 feet. Accountabilities Implementing Procurement strategy and supplier development Defining supplier surveillance plan Lead and verify coup click apply for full job details