Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Birmingham, Cardiff, Darlington, Edinburgh, London, Salford About the job Job summary GO-Science The Government Office for Science works at the heart of Government, ensuring policies and decisions are informed by the best scientific evidence and strategic long-term thinking. It's an exciting time to join the organisation; we have outstanding and high-profile positions providing you an opportunity to inform and influence policy-making and the systems for use of science and engineering across government. If you are highly motivated and looking for your next career challenge we want to hear from you. Job description This is an exciting and varied position leading the development of government's use of futures and foresight techniques. The successful candidate will play a significant role in improving national policies that will ultimately support wellbeing, boost the economy and protect national security. This role is for a specialist Futures adviser to provide advice and support to government organisations to use futures thinking and techniques to develop strategies and policies. The role leads the advice function in the wider Futures Team in GO Science, which works to ensure government is able to respond effectively to future challenges and opportunities. You will work closely with senior colleagues in Cabinet Office, BEIS, HMT and other departments to help them get real value from futures methods. The role would provide a great platform to develop a career in government. You'll build your profile across departments, contribute to new strategies and see first-hand how government makes policy. It's a great place from which to put your knowledge of futures tools to good use - helping develop strategies and policies which are more resilient to the future. We are a small, friendly team building government capability in futures approaches to help deliver long-term, resilient policy and strategy. Demand for our services is growing. More information can be found here: This is a great opportunity to join GO-Science - we have grown in size, scope and profile since the pandemic whilst remaining a lively, supportive and friendly place to work. We're an inclusive team, with a variety of working patterns already. We'll work together to make different working styles work. We're proud of the commitment GO Science has made to diversity & inclusion. Person specification You will lead our advice service to colleagues across Government, providing some of that advice themselves - supporting colleagues to understand what they can do, helping them plan work and facilitating futures exercises. You will also help nurture relationships and broker support from the community of horizon scanners across Government and external specialists. GO Science itself is a centre of excellence for futures in Government. This role plays a major role in our internationally-recognised Foresight programme, supporting project teams to build futures methods into their work. It also coordinates our Futures Framework - a procurement framework through which colleagues in government can access external expertise more quickly. Promoting the framework and helping colleagues to get their commission right will be a growing area of work. Key Responsibilities are: Providing specialist Futures advice to teams across government, including one-to-one advice Designing and delivering facilitated workshops and regular introduction sessions. Working with the Cabinet Office Joint Data and Analysis Centre to develop and implement a foresight system that builds long-term thinking into the heart of government decision making Managing a procurement framework of Futures suppliers which can be accessed by public sector organisations Oversight of the Futures team Project Management Office and line management of the SEO PMO lead Lead contact for a cross-government network of embedded Futures experts Supporting development and delivery of tools, training and resources to support futures work Leading continuous improvement of the team's performance, for example by bringing in new approaches from wider networks, training or experience Briefing senior managers and the GCSA on progress and to secure timely decision-making where needed Skills and Experience We would love to hear from you if you have: Familiarity with futures methodologies and techniques and experience applying strategic futures tools to policy making or strategy Experience of designing and delivering futures and foresight projects Intellectual curiosity and capability to get to grips with new subjects quickly Exceptional organisational skills and good judgement when managing multiple and conflicting priorities Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with people across different organisations and levels of seniority An ability to communicate clearly, succinctly and persuasively in writing, meetings and presentations, (digitally and in person) A track record of developing and nurturing colleagues is desirable. The willingness, and emotional intelligence required, to develop your leadership skills are crucial. Having experience of government policy development would be great but not essential. You do not need to have a scientific or technical background. Experience in strategy and consultancy would be useful. We're a small, supportive team. The ability to adapt to developing priorities, work towards common goals, and help each other out when colleagues are busy, are key to how we work. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Working Together Seeing the Big Picture Managing a Quality Service Communicating and Influencing Benefits BEIS offers a competitive mix of benefits including: A culture of flexible working, such as job sharing, homeworking and compressed hours. Automatic enrolment into the Civil Service Pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 27%. A minimum of 25 days of paid annual leave, increasing by 1 day per year up to a maximum of 30. An extensive range of learning & professional development opportunities, which all staff are actively encouraged to pursue. Access to a range of retail, travel and lifestyle employee discounts. A hybrid office/home based working model where staff will spend a norm of 40-60% of their time in the office (minimum of 40%) over a month with flex dependent on balancing business and individual need (from September 2021, depending on how the public health guidance evolves). Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience. As part of the application process you will be asked to complete a CV and personal statement. Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form. Please use your personal statement (in no more than 750 words) to explain how you meet the criteria of the role. Applications will be sifted on CV and personal statement. In the event of a large number of applicants, applications will be sifted on the personal statement. Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift, or progressed straight to assessment/interview. The interview will consist of behaviour and strength-based questions. Interviewees will be asked to deliver a presentation; further details will be provided nearer the time.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Birmingham, Cardiff, Darlington, Edinburgh, London, Salford About the job Job summary GO-Science The Government Office for Science works at the heart of Government, ensuring policies and decisions are informed by the best scientific evidence and strategic long-term thinking. It's an exciting time to join the organisation; we have outstanding and high-profile positions providing you an opportunity to inform and influence policy-making and the systems for use of science and engineering across government. If you are highly motivated and looking for your next career challenge we want to hear from you. Job description This is an exciting and varied position leading the development of government's use of futures and foresight techniques. The successful candidate will play a significant role in improving national policies that will ultimately support wellbeing, boost the economy and protect national security. This role is for a specialist Futures adviser to provide advice and support to government organisations to use futures thinking and techniques to develop strategies and policies. The role leads the advice function in the wider Futures Team in GO Science, which works to ensure government is able to respond effectively to future challenges and opportunities. You will work closely with senior colleagues in Cabinet Office, BEIS, HMT and other departments to help them get real value from futures methods. The role would provide a great platform to develop a career in government. You'll build your profile across departments, contribute to new strategies and see first-hand how government makes policy. It's a great place from which to put your knowledge of futures tools to good use - helping develop strategies and policies which are more resilient to the future. We are a small, friendly team building government capability in futures approaches to help deliver long-term, resilient policy and strategy. Demand for our services is growing. More information can be found here: This is a great opportunity to join GO-Science - we have grown in size, scope and profile since the pandemic whilst remaining a lively, supportive and friendly place to work. We're an inclusive team, with a variety of working patterns already. We'll work together to make different working styles work. We're proud of the commitment GO Science has made to diversity & inclusion. Person specification You will lead our advice service to colleagues across Government, providing some of that advice themselves - supporting colleagues to understand what they can do, helping them plan work and facilitating futures exercises. You will also help nurture relationships and broker support from the community of horizon scanners across Government and external specialists. GO Science itself is a centre of excellence for futures in Government. This role plays a major role in our internationally-recognised Foresight programme, supporting project teams to build futures methods into their work. It also coordinates our Futures Framework - a procurement framework through which colleagues in government can access external expertise more quickly. Promoting the framework and helping colleagues to get their commission right will be a growing area of work. Key Responsibilities are: Providing specialist Futures advice to teams across government, including one-to-one advice Designing and delivering facilitated workshops and regular introduction sessions. Working with the Cabinet Office Joint Data and Analysis Centre to develop and implement a foresight system that builds long-term thinking into the heart of government decision making Managing a procurement framework of Futures suppliers which can be accessed by public sector organisations Oversight of the Futures team Project Management Office and line management of the SEO PMO lead Lead contact for a cross-government network of embedded Futures experts Supporting development and delivery of tools, training and resources to support futures work Leading continuous improvement of the team's performance, for example by bringing in new approaches from wider networks, training or experience Briefing senior managers and the GCSA on progress and to secure timely decision-making where needed Skills and Experience We would love to hear from you if you have: Familiarity with futures methodologies and techniques and experience applying strategic futures tools to policy making or strategy Experience of designing and delivering futures and foresight projects Intellectual curiosity and capability to get to grips with new subjects quickly Exceptional organisational skills and good judgement when managing multiple and conflicting priorities Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with people across different organisations and levels of seniority An ability to communicate clearly, succinctly and persuasively in writing, meetings and presentations, (digitally and in person) A track record of developing and nurturing colleagues is desirable. The willingness, and emotional intelligence required, to develop your leadership skills are crucial. Having experience of government policy development would be great but not essential. You do not need to have a scientific or technical background. Experience in strategy and consultancy would be useful. We're a small, supportive team. The ability to adapt to developing priorities, work towards common goals, and help each other out when colleagues are busy, are key to how we work. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Working Together Seeing the Big Picture Managing a Quality Service Communicating and Influencing Benefits BEIS offers a competitive mix of benefits including: A culture of flexible working, such as job sharing, homeworking and compressed hours. Automatic enrolment into the Civil Service Pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 27%. A minimum of 25 days of paid annual leave, increasing by 1 day per year up to a maximum of 30. An extensive range of learning & professional development opportunities, which all staff are actively encouraged to pursue. Access to a range of retail, travel and lifestyle employee discounts. A hybrid office/home based working model where staff will spend a norm of 40-60% of their time in the office (minimum of 40%) over a month with flex dependent on balancing business and individual need (from September 2021, depending on how the public health guidance evolves). Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience. As part of the application process you will be asked to complete a CV and personal statement. Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form. Please use your personal statement (in no more than 750 words) to explain how you meet the criteria of the role. Applications will be sifted on CV and personal statement. In the event of a large number of applicants, applications will be sifted on the personal statement. Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift, or progressed straight to assessment/interview. The interview will consist of behaviour and strength-based questions. Interviewees will be asked to deliver a presentation; further details will be provided nearer the time.
Do you want to help solve the world's toughest problems with Data and AI? This is what we do everyday at Databricks. Reporting to the Head of Public Sector, you will partner with a team of accomplished Data, AI and industry specialists. Your mission will be to promote the use of Databricks across a select group of Public Sector organisations. You will come with an informed and compelling point of view on the Data and Advanced Analytics space which will guide your successful strategy and together with both our teams and partners, allow you to provide exceptional value to our customers within the Local Government and Education sectors. Always looking for new opportunities, you will close new accounts while growing some existing accounts. The impact you will have: Assess your accounts and develop a strategy to identify and engage all buying centres, guiding deals forward to compress decision cycles Use a solution based approach to selling and creating value for new logo accounts Identify and close quick, small wins while managing longer, complex sales cycles Support the broader Data and AI transformation goals of your customers through a combination of strategic partnerships, well scoped professional services, training and targeted Executive engagement Build exceptional value with all engagements to guide successful negotiations to close Orchestrate and work with teams to maximise the impact on your ecosystem Own the consumption story with your customers, using demand plans to identify the most viable use cases in each account to maximise Databricks' impact. Be Customer focused by delivering technical and business results using the Databricks Intelligence Platform What we look for: Strong background in new business development, closing experience and quota over achievement when selling to public sector accounts Experience of Public Sector procurement frameworks and mechanisms Sales experience within Cloud software, open source technology, or Data and AI space Experience driving successful adoption of usage based subscription services (SaaS) and co selling with AWS, Azure and Google Cloud teams Understanding of how to identify all key uses cases and buying centres in an opportunity to increase the impact and business value of Databricks in an organisation Methods for co developing business cases and gaining support from C level Executives Experience of building effective champions, collaborative teams and partnerships to support execution of your territory plan. Understanding of consumption based land and expand sales models Experience of following robust sales methodologies and process, e.g. account planning, MEDDPICC, Value Selling and accurate forecasting We value demonstrated contributions and a consistent track record Eligibility for SC clearance (existing clearances held would be an advantage) About Databricks Databricks is the data and AI company. More than 10,000 organizations worldwide- including Comcast, Condé Nast, Grammarly, and over 50% of the Fortune 500-rely on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics and AI. Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices around the globe and was founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark , Delta Lake and MLflow. To learn more, follow Databricks on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. Benefits At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region, please visit Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Compliance If access to export controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Do you want to help solve the world's toughest problems with Data and AI? This is what we do everyday at Databricks. Reporting to the Head of Public Sector, you will partner with a team of accomplished Data, AI and industry specialists. Your mission will be to promote the use of Databricks across a select group of Public Sector organisations. You will come with an informed and compelling point of view on the Data and Advanced Analytics space which will guide your successful strategy and together with both our teams and partners, allow you to provide exceptional value to our customers within the Local Government and Education sectors. Always looking for new opportunities, you will close new accounts while growing some existing accounts. The impact you will have: Assess your accounts and develop a strategy to identify and engage all buying centres, guiding deals forward to compress decision cycles Use a solution based approach to selling and creating value for new logo accounts Identify and close quick, small wins while managing longer, complex sales cycles Support the broader Data and AI transformation goals of your customers through a combination of strategic partnerships, well scoped professional services, training and targeted Executive engagement Build exceptional value with all engagements to guide successful negotiations to close Orchestrate and work with teams to maximise the impact on your ecosystem Own the consumption story with your customers, using demand plans to identify the most viable use cases in each account to maximise Databricks' impact. Be Customer focused by delivering technical and business results using the Databricks Intelligence Platform What we look for: Strong background in new business development, closing experience and quota over achievement when selling to public sector accounts Experience of Public Sector procurement frameworks and mechanisms Sales experience within Cloud software, open source technology, or Data and AI space Experience driving successful adoption of usage based subscription services (SaaS) and co selling with AWS, Azure and Google Cloud teams Understanding of how to identify all key uses cases and buying centres in an opportunity to increase the impact and business value of Databricks in an organisation Methods for co developing business cases and gaining support from C level Executives Experience of building effective champions, collaborative teams and partnerships to support execution of your territory plan. Understanding of consumption based land and expand sales models Experience of following robust sales methodologies and process, e.g. account planning, MEDDPICC, Value Selling and accurate forecasting We value demonstrated contributions and a consistent track record Eligibility for SC clearance (existing clearances held would be an advantage) About Databricks Databricks is the data and AI company. More than 10,000 organizations worldwide- including Comcast, Condé Nast, Grammarly, and over 50% of the Fortune 500-rely on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics and AI. Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices around the globe and was founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark , Delta Lake and MLflow. To learn more, follow Databricks on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. Benefits At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region, please visit Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Compliance If access to export controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.
Commercial Manager Salary: Up to £76,000 + 10% bonus Location: Maidenhead (Hybrid - 3 days from home, 2 days on-site) Industry: Defence / Cyber Security Are you an experienced Commercial Manager looking for a high-impact role within a cutting-edge defence and cyber security environment? This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading organisation that support national security and critical global operations. The Role - Commercial Manager As the Commercial Manager , you will be a key point of contact for all commercial and contractual matters. You'll support bid activity, negotiate terms with customers and suppliers, assess commercial risk, and ensure the business is fully protected through robust governance and contract management. You'll work across the full commercial lifecycle-bids, proposals, contract drafting, negotiation, change control, and ongoing commercial oversight of major programmes. Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be able to obtain SC security clearance (British citizens only, with 5 years UK residency). Key Responsibilities Act as the day-to-day commercial interface for assigned contracts Provide full commercial input to bids, proposals and customer submissions Identify commercial risks and implement effective mitigation strategies Ensure contractual obligations are communicated to internal stakeholders Support change control, contract variations and issue resolution Lead negotiations with customers, suppliers and subcontractors Draft, review and amend a wide range of contractual documents Support the protection of intellectual property and compliance obligations Work closely with project, engineering and trade compliance teams Help develop and improve commercial processes and best practices Essential: Strong experience reviewing and negotiating complex contractual documentation Good understanding of contract law Background in Defence, Aerospace or similarly regulated technical industry Experience working in both customer-facing and supplier-facing roles Excellent commercial awareness, attention to detail and risk understanding Strong communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders Highly organised, self-motivated and able to work independently Confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Proficient user of MS Office and relevant commercial tools Desirable: Knowledge of export control regulations Experience within procurement Degree in Law, Business, Economics or related discipline CIPS, WCC or other commercial/contract management qualification Benefits Up to £80,000 base salary + 10% annual bonus Private medical cover 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy additional days) 4 x life assurance Company pension scheme Flexible hours with potential for early Friday finish Hybrid working - 3 days at home, 2 on-site Additional flexible benefits including cycle-to-work scheme Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Commercial Manager Salary: Up to £76,000 + 10% bonus Location: Maidenhead (Hybrid - 3 days from home, 2 days on-site) Industry: Defence / Cyber Security Are you an experienced Commercial Manager looking for a high-impact role within a cutting-edge defence and cyber security environment? This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading organisation that support national security and critical global operations. The Role - Commercial Manager As the Commercial Manager , you will be a key point of contact for all commercial and contractual matters. You'll support bid activity, negotiate terms with customers and suppliers, assess commercial risk, and ensure the business is fully protected through robust governance and contract management. You'll work across the full commercial lifecycle-bids, proposals, contract drafting, negotiation, change control, and ongoing commercial oversight of major programmes. Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be able to obtain SC security clearance (British citizens only, with 5 years UK residency). Key Responsibilities Act as the day-to-day commercial interface for assigned contracts Provide full commercial input to bids, proposals and customer submissions Identify commercial risks and implement effective mitigation strategies Ensure contractual obligations are communicated to internal stakeholders Support change control, contract variations and issue resolution Lead negotiations with customers, suppliers and subcontractors Draft, review and amend a wide range of contractual documents Support the protection of intellectual property and compliance obligations Work closely with project, engineering and trade compliance teams Help develop and improve commercial processes and best practices Essential: Strong experience reviewing and negotiating complex contractual documentation Good understanding of contract law Background in Defence, Aerospace or similarly regulated technical industry Experience working in both customer-facing and supplier-facing roles Excellent commercial awareness, attention to detail and risk understanding Strong communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders Highly organised, self-motivated and able to work independently Confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Proficient user of MS Office and relevant commercial tools Desirable: Knowledge of export control regulations Experience within procurement Degree in Law, Business, Economics or related discipline CIPS, WCC or other commercial/contract management qualification Benefits Up to £80,000 base salary + 10% annual bonus Private medical cover 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy additional days) 4 x life assurance Company pension scheme Flexible hours with potential for early Friday finish Hybrid working - 3 days at home, 2 on-site Additional flexible benefits including cycle-to-work scheme Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Administrator Stowmarket/Cardiff/London/Leeds Permanent (Hybrid) - Part-time (2-3 days per week) Competitive salary, with flexible Benefits Administrator role overview Freedom is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic administrator to work as part of our Project Services team and will be based in the Leeds office. As administrator, the post holder will work with colleagues across the Civil Design team, with a particular focus on the Safety Standby men and Clerks of Work. The administrator will also work with the project services team to support on projects where required. The administrator will contribute to the smooth running of the department through liaison with internal departments (HR, Finance, Procurement, IT, Facilities) and external suppliers. Responsibilities You will: Provide business administration support to the Civil Engineering business senior management team, as required. Support Line Managers with their team new joiners - ordering IT equipment, PPE, arranging airport transfers/accommodation if required, and carry out inductions. Organise staff training and update Dayforce/Competency Cloud Monitor overdue training, liaising with Learning and Development department. Ensure staff competency records are maintained and centrally collated Deal with leavers' equipment/PPE Providing guidance on/ Booking travel and accommodation for colleagues and on Click Travel Update organisation charts for Civil Design Coordinate internal and external audits Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures Ensure the office area is keep organised and appropriately maintained by the staff, leading the team on appropriate work-place practices. Submit NPg Clerk of Works reports to the client/ timesheets for Clerk of Works Processing timesheets and expenses for Safety Standby men Supporting colleagues with any queries on the lone working device application (as required). Assisting with collating and providing monthly training stats to Senior Management team. Dealing with Ad-Hoc queries commensurate to the post. Requirements You will have: GCSE grade 5 or above or equivalent in English Language (essential) Minimum two years' experience in an administration role Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Self-motivated, with the ability to work with minimal supervision Good time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks. A 'can do' attitude with the ability to work well under pressure with a variety of tasks. 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 Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, 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
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Administrator Stowmarket/Cardiff/London/Leeds Permanent (Hybrid) - Part-time (2-3 days per week) Competitive salary, with flexible Benefits Administrator role overview Freedom is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic administrator to work as part of our Project Services team and will be based in the Leeds office. As administrator, the post holder will work with colleagues across the Civil Design team, with a particular focus on the Safety Standby men and Clerks of Work. The administrator will also work with the project services team to support on projects where required. The administrator will contribute to the smooth running of the department through liaison with internal departments (HR, Finance, Procurement, IT, Facilities) and external suppliers. Responsibilities You will: Provide business administration support to the Civil Engineering business senior management team, as required. Support Line Managers with their team new joiners - ordering IT equipment, PPE, arranging airport transfers/accommodation if required, and carry out inductions. Organise staff training and update Dayforce/Competency Cloud Monitor overdue training, liaising with Learning and Development department. Ensure staff competency records are maintained and centrally collated Deal with leavers' equipment/PPE Providing guidance on/ Booking travel and accommodation for colleagues and on Click Travel Update organisation charts for Civil Design Coordinate internal and external audits Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures Ensure the office area is keep organised and appropriately maintained by the staff, leading the team on appropriate work-place practices. Submit NPg Clerk of Works reports to the client/ timesheets for Clerk of Works Processing timesheets and expenses for Safety Standby men Supporting colleagues with any queries on the lone working device application (as required). Assisting with collating and providing monthly training stats to Senior Management team. Dealing with Ad-Hoc queries commensurate to the post. Requirements You will have: GCSE grade 5 or above or equivalent in English Language (essential) Minimum two years' experience in an administration role Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Self-motivated, with the ability to work with minimal supervision Good time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks. A 'can do' attitude with the ability to work well under pressure with a variety of tasks. 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 Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, 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
Service Desk Support Analyst 5 days a week on site Role Overview As a 1st / 2nd line Support Analyst in a team of Field Engineers and Support Analysts, you will be a key player in ensuring the smooth operation of the IT systems. Based at head office in Northampton, you will provide essential support to around 1000 users across multiple sites around the UK. You will provide support on a range of Microsoft based IT systems especially Microsoft 365 along with a range of bespoke applications. Your day-to-day responsibilities as part of the support team will be to: Respond to IT-related telephone calls and emails from colleagues, providing timely and effective support. Log and resolve IT requests within agreed targets. Administer the Microsoft Estate and other key business systems. Monitor and manage IT requests, coordinate projects, handle IT procurement requests, and oversee IT security administration. Oversee the Moves, Additions, Deletions, and Changes (MADC) process, including setting up new users on Microsoft 365. Monitor internal IT mailboxes and respond to colleague requests and automated alerts using the IT Service Management tool. Collaborate with third-party technology and support providers across applications, infrastructure, networking, and telephony. Maintain and update the IT SharePoint page, share best practices, and contribute to our technology knowledge database. Provide general help and advice to users, utilizing remote desktop tools. Your background: Experience as a 1st / 2nd line support analyst - service desk and deskside support Experience in IT administration and support of Microsoft-based systems specifically Microsoft 365, along with IP Telephony and networking Experience with FreshDesk or similar Retail or Automotive background would be beneficial
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Service Desk Support Analyst 5 days a week on site Role Overview As a 1st / 2nd line Support Analyst in a team of Field Engineers and Support Analysts, you will be a key player in ensuring the smooth operation of the IT systems. Based at head office in Northampton, you will provide essential support to around 1000 users across multiple sites around the UK. You will provide support on a range of Microsoft based IT systems especially Microsoft 365 along with a range of bespoke applications. Your day-to-day responsibilities as part of the support team will be to: Respond to IT-related telephone calls and emails from colleagues, providing timely and effective support. Log and resolve IT requests within agreed targets. Administer the Microsoft Estate and other key business systems. Monitor and manage IT requests, coordinate projects, handle IT procurement requests, and oversee IT security administration. Oversee the Moves, Additions, Deletions, and Changes (MADC) process, including setting up new users on Microsoft 365. Monitor internal IT mailboxes and respond to colleague requests and automated alerts using the IT Service Management tool. Collaborate with third-party technology and support providers across applications, infrastructure, networking, and telephony. Maintain and update the IT SharePoint page, share best practices, and contribute to our technology knowledge database. Provide general help and advice to users, utilizing remote desktop tools. Your background: Experience as a 1st / 2nd line support analyst - service desk and deskside support Experience in IT administration and support of Microsoft-based systems specifically Microsoft 365, along with IP Telephony and networking Experience with FreshDesk or similar Retail or Automotive background would be beneficial
School Business Resource Lead (Permanent) Salary: 53,000 - 60,000 (DOE) Location: Sheffield Start: ASAP Organisation: Academy Trust We're supporting an Academy Trust in South Yorkshire that's looking for a School Business Resource Lead to oversee operational performance across a small cluster of schools. This senior role focuses on guiding three School Business Managers and ensuring strong, consistent standards across finance, HR, premises and compliance. You'll work closely with Headteachers and the central trust team, offering a mix of leadership, challenge and practical support. It's well suited to someone who's already operated at a multi-site level or stepped beyond the day-to-day running of a single school. Key responsibilities: Leading, coaching and performance-managing three School Business Managers. Reviewing operational processes across the cluster and improving consistency. Overseeing HR compliance, safer recruitment and onboarding quality. Monitoring Health & Safety practices and coordinating contractor activity. Supporting budget monitoring, forecasting and financial queries. Attending SLT meetings when needed and acting as the link to the central team. Leading trust-wide operational projects and procurement exercises. Ensuring effective use of systems such as PSF, Bromcom, SIMS and CPOMS. Providing short-term hands-on support to schools when required. What we're looking for: Experience as a School Business Manager or Cluster/Operations Lead within a MAT. Proven people-management skills across multiple sites. Strong organisational judgement and a clear grasp of compliance. Confident communication and the ability to influence senior stakeholders. A proactive, steady approach and someone who can get up to speed quickly. If you're available now or on a short notice period, feel free to get in touch and I'll talk you through the next steps. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
School Business Resource Lead (Permanent) Salary: 53,000 - 60,000 (DOE) Location: Sheffield Start: ASAP Organisation: Academy Trust We're supporting an Academy Trust in South Yorkshire that's looking for a School Business Resource Lead to oversee operational performance across a small cluster of schools. This senior role focuses on guiding three School Business Managers and ensuring strong, consistent standards across finance, HR, premises and compliance. You'll work closely with Headteachers and the central trust team, offering a mix of leadership, challenge and practical support. It's well suited to someone who's already operated at a multi-site level or stepped beyond the day-to-day running of a single school. Key responsibilities: Leading, coaching and performance-managing three School Business Managers. Reviewing operational processes across the cluster and improving consistency. Overseeing HR compliance, safer recruitment and onboarding quality. Monitoring Health & Safety practices and coordinating contractor activity. Supporting budget monitoring, forecasting and financial queries. Attending SLT meetings when needed and acting as the link to the central team. Leading trust-wide operational projects and procurement exercises. Ensuring effective use of systems such as PSF, Bromcom, SIMS and CPOMS. Providing short-term hands-on support to schools when required. What we're looking for: Experience as a School Business Manager or Cluster/Operations Lead within a MAT. Proven people-management skills across multiple sites. Strong organisational judgement and a clear grasp of compliance. Confident communication and the ability to influence senior stakeholders. A proactive, steady approach and someone who can get up to speed quickly. If you're available now or on a short notice period, feel free to get in touch and I'll talk you through the next steps. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
Administrator Stowmarket/Cardiff/London/Leeds Permanent (Hybrid) - Part-time (2-3 days per week) Competitive salary, with flexible Benefits Administrator role overview Freedom is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic administrator to work as part of our Project Services team and will be based in the Leeds office. As administrator, the post holder will work with colleagues across the Civil Design team, with a particular focus on the Safety Standby men and Clerks of Work. The administrator will also work with the project services team to support on projects where required. The administrator will contribute to the smooth running of the department through liaison with internal departments (HR, Finance, Procurement, IT, Facilities) and external suppliers. Responsibilities You will: Provide business administration support to the Civil Engineering business senior management team, as required. Support Line Managers with their team new joiners - ordering IT equipment, PPE, arranging airport transfers/accommodation if required, and carry out inductions. Organise staff training and update Dayforce/Competency Cloud Monitor overdue training, liaising with Learning and Development department. Ensure staff competency records are maintained and centrally collated Deal with leavers' equipment/PPE Providing guidance on/ Booking travel and accommodation for colleagues and on Click Travel Update organisation charts for Civil Design Coordinate internal and external audits Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures Ensure the office area is keep organised and appropriately maintained by the staff, leading the team on appropriate work-place practices. Submit NPg Clerk of Works reports to the client/ timesheets for Clerk of Works Processing timesheets and expenses for Safety Standby men Supporting colleagues with any queries on the lone working device application (as required). Assisting with collating and providing monthly training stats to Senior Management team. Dealing with Ad-Hoc queries commensurate to the post. Requirements You will have: GCSE grade 5 or above or equivalent in English Language (essential) Minimum two years' experience in an administration role Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Self-motivated, with the ability to work with minimal supervision Good time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks. A 'can do' attitude with the ability to work well under pressure with a variety of tasks. 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 Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, 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
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Administrator Stowmarket/Cardiff/London/Leeds Permanent (Hybrid) - Part-time (2-3 days per week) Competitive salary, with flexible Benefits Administrator role overview Freedom is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic administrator to work as part of our Project Services team and will be based in the Leeds office. As administrator, the post holder will work with colleagues across the Civil Design team, with a particular focus on the Safety Standby men and Clerks of Work. The administrator will also work with the project services team to support on projects where required. The administrator will contribute to the smooth running of the department through liaison with internal departments (HR, Finance, Procurement, IT, Facilities) and external suppliers. Responsibilities You will: Provide business administration support to the Civil Engineering business senior management team, as required. Support Line Managers with their team new joiners - ordering IT equipment, PPE, arranging airport transfers/accommodation if required, and carry out inductions. Organise staff training and update Dayforce/Competency Cloud Monitor overdue training, liaising with Learning and Development department. Ensure staff competency records are maintained and centrally collated Deal with leavers' equipment/PPE Providing guidance on/ Booking travel and accommodation for colleagues and on Click Travel Update organisation charts for Civil Design Coordinate internal and external audits Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures Ensure the office area is keep organised and appropriately maintained by the staff, leading the team on appropriate work-place practices. Submit NPg Clerk of Works reports to the client/ timesheets for Clerk of Works Processing timesheets and expenses for Safety Standby men Supporting colleagues with any queries on the lone working device application (as required). Assisting with collating and providing monthly training stats to Senior Management team. Dealing with Ad-Hoc queries commensurate to the post. Requirements You will have: GCSE grade 5 or above or equivalent in English Language (essential) Minimum two years' experience in an administration role Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Self-motivated, with the ability to work with minimal supervision Good time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks. A 'can do' attitude with the ability to work well under pressure with a variety of tasks. 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 Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, 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
Procurement Buyer - Oil & Gas / Energy Projects Salary Negotiable Full time Contract - Outside IR35 Talacre (UK) We are supporting a leading international energy and engineering organisation on a major infrastructure project in Talacre. They are currently seeking an experienced Procurement Buyer to manage the end-to-end procurement cycle for goods and services within a highly regulated technical environment. This is a contractor position operating in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary project team where autonomy, commercial awareness, and technical accuracy are critical. The Role: As Procurement Buyer, you will be responsible for: Managing Purchase Requisitions (PRs) independently, as assigned by the Section Lead, covering both goods and services. Verifying the completeness, technical consistency, and budget alignment of all PRs before tender issue. Defining and preparing tender strategies, including all relevant documentation, timelines, and vendor qualification requirements. Coordinating daily with bidders, inspectors, suppliers, and the central head office procurement team to ensure full alignment on technical and commercial requirements. Supporting vendors during tender preparation, maintaining strict confidentiality throughout the process. Performing technical and commercial bid evaluations, comparing vendor proposals, and recommending optimal procurement actions to maximise project performance. The person: Proven experience as a Buyer or Procurement Specialist within Oil & Gas, Energy, or Industrial Infrastructure environments. Experience managing procurement for both goods and technical services is essential. Strong understanding of procurement strategies for complex engineering projects. Familiarity with bid evaluation processes and contract support in EPC or large-scale energy projects.
Dec 05, 2025
Contractor
Procurement Buyer - Oil & Gas / Energy Projects Salary Negotiable Full time Contract - Outside IR35 Talacre (UK) We are supporting a leading international energy and engineering organisation on a major infrastructure project in Talacre. They are currently seeking an experienced Procurement Buyer to manage the end-to-end procurement cycle for goods and services within a highly regulated technical environment. This is a contractor position operating in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary project team where autonomy, commercial awareness, and technical accuracy are critical. The Role: As Procurement Buyer, you will be responsible for: Managing Purchase Requisitions (PRs) independently, as assigned by the Section Lead, covering both goods and services. Verifying the completeness, technical consistency, and budget alignment of all PRs before tender issue. Defining and preparing tender strategies, including all relevant documentation, timelines, and vendor qualification requirements. Coordinating daily with bidders, inspectors, suppliers, and the central head office procurement team to ensure full alignment on technical and commercial requirements. Supporting vendors during tender preparation, maintaining strict confidentiality throughout the process. Performing technical and commercial bid evaluations, comparing vendor proposals, and recommending optimal procurement actions to maximise project performance. The person: Proven experience as a Buyer or Procurement Specialist within Oil & Gas, Energy, or Industrial Infrastructure environments. Experience managing procurement for both goods and technical services is essential. Strong understanding of procurement strategies for complex engineering projects. Familiarity with bid evaluation processes and contract support in EPC or large-scale energy projects.
IT Support Coordinator - London Job Title: IT Support Coordinator Department: IT Location: In office - Southwark, London Reports to: Head of IT Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Black Sheep Coffee is seeking a personable, skilled and motivated IT Support Coordinator to provide best in class support to our global HQ, Stores and Customers. As part of the Category & Product team, this role plays an integral part of the IT function, supporting Black Sheep Coffee's various systems and tech stack across our international environment (UK/USA/GCC). The ideal candidate will have a proven technical background with experience in the retail or hospitality industry. Key Responsibilities: Support Store IT systems and subsequent ordering channels including POS, Kiosks, App, Digital Signage, ensuring stores have the adequate tools and connectivity in place to trade efficiently. Assisting 3rd Party IT Support to provide support to all stores. Respond to all Zendesk (Ticket System) requests daily, ensuring both store and customer queries are up to date. Provide clear and timely communication regarding system statuses, issues, and updates. Administering all systems including O365, POS, Customer Kiosks, Kitchen Displays and other ordering platforms. Assisting in support of Retail software, hardware (computers, laptops and printers) and networks at Head Office including troubleshooting and liaising with external companies as required. Procurement of stock, setup and shipment to sites or support partners. Technical Support to Head Office Users & Onboarding of New HQ Employees. Administer and support the infrastructure for customer loyalty and promotional systems. Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of all ordering systems within the retail environments. Provide technical support for any issues related to loyalty program systems and promotions. Coordinate the testing of new updates and features in collaboration with development teams. Prepare and execute test plans for product launches and updates, ensuring system compatibility and performance. Analyse and resolve any issues that arise during product implementation or post-launch Store visits to support IT environment and New Store Openings. About you: Proven experience as an IT Administrator, Technical Support Analyst, or similar. Experience with Restaurant Technology Systems Inc: POS / KDS / Kiosks / App / Loyalty / Digital Signage. Good knowledge of Microsoft 365 systems (Windows, Office 365) and Mac OS. A good understanding of IT infrastructure, including networks and connectivity. Experience of IT hardware, software installation, maintenance and troubleshooting. Ability to solve issues quickly and efficiently. Maintain positive and supporting relationship with all stakeholders. Strong QA/Testing skills with knowledge of product launch cycles Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities. Strong communication skills & ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Able to prioritise according to business needs and deadlines. Excellent verbal communication skills. Flexibility to support occasionally on evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Benefits: Annual Discretionary Bonus - Up to 15% of previous years earning. Monthly phone bills reimbursed - up to 50 per month. Free coffee and hot drinks at any of our locations, plus 50% off food items. Access to Wagesteam, offering a variety of high-street discounts. 5% Interest on savings through Wagestream Build Pot. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Access to confidential counselling and advice Wellness App through our EAP. Pension plan through NEST pensions - 3% employer contribution. Free daily breakfast, snacks and commercial coffee machine in the office. Monthly pub drinks, biannual staff socials and a fully stocked drinks fridge. Rapid career progression and development opportunities. About Black Sheep Coffee: Join the thriving team at Black Sheep Coffee, the rapidly expanding 4th largest coffee chain in the UK. With our sights set on further growth, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of our success story. Since our establishment in 2013, we have captivated coffee lovers with our commitment to quality and innovation. As a testament to our dedication, we have risen to become one of the leading players in the UK coffee scene. With our continuous expansion plans, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. As a member of our team, you will have the chance to contribute to our upward trajectory and be part of our ambitious journey towards shaping the future of the coffee industry. We foster a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your ideas are valued, and your professional growth is encouraged. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and a passion for excellence, we provide a supportive platform for you to thrive and make a meaningful impact. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing company that values innovation, quality, and the power of exceptional coffee. Join Black Sheep Coffee today and embark on a rewarding career that offers unlimited potential.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
IT Support Coordinator - London Job Title: IT Support Coordinator Department: IT Location: In office - Southwark, London Reports to: Head of IT Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Black Sheep Coffee is seeking a personable, skilled and motivated IT Support Coordinator to provide best in class support to our global HQ, Stores and Customers. As part of the Category & Product team, this role plays an integral part of the IT function, supporting Black Sheep Coffee's various systems and tech stack across our international environment (UK/USA/GCC). The ideal candidate will have a proven technical background with experience in the retail or hospitality industry. Key Responsibilities: Support Store IT systems and subsequent ordering channels including POS, Kiosks, App, Digital Signage, ensuring stores have the adequate tools and connectivity in place to trade efficiently. Assisting 3rd Party IT Support to provide support to all stores. Respond to all Zendesk (Ticket System) requests daily, ensuring both store and customer queries are up to date. Provide clear and timely communication regarding system statuses, issues, and updates. Administering all systems including O365, POS, Customer Kiosks, Kitchen Displays and other ordering platforms. Assisting in support of Retail software, hardware (computers, laptops and printers) and networks at Head Office including troubleshooting and liaising with external companies as required. Procurement of stock, setup and shipment to sites or support partners. Technical Support to Head Office Users & Onboarding of New HQ Employees. Administer and support the infrastructure for customer loyalty and promotional systems. Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of all ordering systems within the retail environments. Provide technical support for any issues related to loyalty program systems and promotions. Coordinate the testing of new updates and features in collaboration with development teams. Prepare and execute test plans for product launches and updates, ensuring system compatibility and performance. Analyse and resolve any issues that arise during product implementation or post-launch Store visits to support IT environment and New Store Openings. About you: Proven experience as an IT Administrator, Technical Support Analyst, or similar. Experience with Restaurant Technology Systems Inc: POS / KDS / Kiosks / App / Loyalty / Digital Signage. Good knowledge of Microsoft 365 systems (Windows, Office 365) and Mac OS. A good understanding of IT infrastructure, including networks and connectivity. Experience of IT hardware, software installation, maintenance and troubleshooting. Ability to solve issues quickly and efficiently. Maintain positive and supporting relationship with all stakeholders. Strong QA/Testing skills with knowledge of product launch cycles Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities. Strong communication skills & ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Able to prioritise according to business needs and deadlines. Excellent verbal communication skills. Flexibility to support occasionally on evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Benefits: Annual Discretionary Bonus - Up to 15% of previous years earning. Monthly phone bills reimbursed - up to 50 per month. Free coffee and hot drinks at any of our locations, plus 50% off food items. Access to Wagesteam, offering a variety of high-street discounts. 5% Interest on savings through Wagestream Build Pot. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Access to confidential counselling and advice Wellness App through our EAP. Pension plan through NEST pensions - 3% employer contribution. Free daily breakfast, snacks and commercial coffee machine in the office. Monthly pub drinks, biannual staff socials and a fully stocked drinks fridge. Rapid career progression and development opportunities. About Black Sheep Coffee: Join the thriving team at Black Sheep Coffee, the rapidly expanding 4th largest coffee chain in the UK. With our sights set on further growth, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of our success story. Since our establishment in 2013, we have captivated coffee lovers with our commitment to quality and innovation. As a testament to our dedication, we have risen to become one of the leading players in the UK coffee scene. With our continuous expansion plans, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. As a member of our team, you will have the chance to contribute to our upward trajectory and be part of our ambitious journey towards shaping the future of the coffee industry. We foster a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your ideas are valued, and your professional growth is encouraged. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and a passion for excellence, we provide a supportive platform for you to thrive and make a meaningful impact. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing company that values innovation, quality, and the power of exceptional coffee. Join Black Sheep Coffee today and embark on a rewarding career that offers unlimited potential.
Administrator Stowmarket/Cardiff/London/Leeds Permanent (Hybrid) - Part-time (2-3 days per week) Competitive salary, with flexible Benefits Administrator role overview Freedom is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic administrator to work as part of our Project Services team and will be based in the Leeds office. As administrator, the post holder will work with colleagues across the Civil Design team, with a particular focus on the Safety Standby men and Clerks of Work. The administrator will also work with the project services team to support on projects where required. The administrator will contribute to the smooth running of the department through liaison with internal departments (HR, Finance, Procurement, IT, Facilities) and external suppliers. Responsibilities You will: Provide business administration support to the Civil Engineering business senior management team, as required. Support Line Managers with their team new joiners - ordering IT equipment, PPE, arranging airport transfers/accommodation if required, and carry out inductions. Organise staff training and update Dayforce/Competency Cloud Monitor overdue training, liaising with Learning and Development department. Ensure staff competency records are maintained and centrally collated Deal with leavers' equipment/PPE Providing guidance on/ Booking travel and accommodation for colleagues and on Click Travel Update organisation charts for Civil Design Coordinate internal and external audits Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures Ensure the office area is keep organised and appropriately maintained by the staff, leading the team on appropriate work-place practices. Submit NPg Clerk of Works reports to the client/ timesheets for Clerk of Works Processing timesheets and expenses for Safety Standby men Supporting colleagues with any queries on the lone working device application (as required). Assisting with collating and providing monthly training stats to Senior Management team. Dealing with Ad-Hoc queries commensurate to the post. Requirements You will have: GCSE grade 5 or above or equivalent in English Language (essential) Minimum two years' experience in an administration role Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Self-motivated, with the ability to work with minimal supervision Good time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks. A 'can do' attitude with the ability to work well under pressure with a variety of tasks. 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 Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, 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
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Administrator Stowmarket/Cardiff/London/Leeds Permanent (Hybrid) - Part-time (2-3 days per week) Competitive salary, with flexible Benefits Administrator role overview Freedom is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic administrator to work as part of our Project Services team and will be based in the Leeds office. As administrator, the post holder will work with colleagues across the Civil Design team, with a particular focus on the Safety Standby men and Clerks of Work. The administrator will also work with the project services team to support on projects where required. The administrator will contribute to the smooth running of the department through liaison with internal departments (HR, Finance, Procurement, IT, Facilities) and external suppliers. Responsibilities You will: Provide business administration support to the Civil Engineering business senior management team, as required. Support Line Managers with their team new joiners - ordering IT equipment, PPE, arranging airport transfers/accommodation if required, and carry out inductions. Organise staff training and update Dayforce/Competency Cloud Monitor overdue training, liaising with Learning and Development department. Ensure staff competency records are maintained and centrally collated Deal with leavers' equipment/PPE Providing guidance on/ Booking travel and accommodation for colleagues and on Click Travel Update organisation charts for Civil Design Coordinate internal and external audits Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures Ensure the office area is keep organised and appropriately maintained by the staff, leading the team on appropriate work-place practices. Submit NPg Clerk of Works reports to the client/ timesheets for Clerk of Works Processing timesheets and expenses for Safety Standby men Supporting colleagues with any queries on the lone working device application (as required). Assisting with collating and providing monthly training stats to Senior Management team. Dealing with Ad-Hoc queries commensurate to the post. Requirements You will have: GCSE grade 5 or above or equivalent in English Language (essential) Minimum two years' experience in an administration role Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Self-motivated, with the ability to work with minimal supervision Good time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks. A 'can do' attitude with the ability to work well under pressure with a variety of tasks. 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 Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, 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
Overview Supply Chain Category Specialist The Supply Chain Category Specialist will lead the activities across categories of spend with the accountability for developing and executing effective procurement strategies for the categories and actively contributing to the development of the procurement function's service to Primark. What You'll Get People are at the heart of what we do here, so it's essential we provide you with the right environment to perform at your very best. Let's talk lifestyle: Healthcare, pension, and potential bonus. 27 days of leave, plus bank holidays and if you want, you can buy 5 more. Because Primark is all about tailoring to you, we offer Tax Saver Tickets, fitness centre, and a subsidised cafeteria. What You'll Do as a Supply Chain Category Specialist In your role, you'll collaborate with different people across a range of skillsets. Here's a flavour of your day-to-day: You will lead and contribute to the development and execution of strategic category management, sourcing and supplier and risk management for assigned categories of goods and services across both business-as-usual and strategic investments / programmes, actively increasing spend under management and value for Primark You will lead and contribute to the development and execution of comprehensive, multi-year category plans, that deliver the category strategy and align with business goals, market dynamics, and internal demand, to ensure optimal performance, cost savings, and risk. You will generate ideas, identify opportunities and lead initiatives that drive long-term cost efficiency and value creation within your category, contributing towards the overarching multi-year cost efficiency programme . Using insights and analytics, you will create cost savings plans and sourcing strategies that align with business goals and represent a culture of innovation and dynamic agility. You will work with senior stakeholders to ensure agreement and alignment to all delivery plans (category, sourcing and cost efficiency programmes). You will develop and execute the negotiation strategy for high-value, complex contracts, sometime leading negotiations for contracts and service agreements You will lead the sourcing execution for high value, complex contracts when required You will nurture effective category relationships with GBS offshore partner, supporting the integration of our GBS partner offshore team into category ways of working with procurement and the business, within the assigned category. You will engage and align with business stakeholders to ensure that the GBS partner is equipped with the relevant information, data and requirements to execute against the agreed go-to market and sourcing plans You will manage the GBS partner for your projects to ensure project execution and delivery on time and in accordance with the agreed timings set out in the sourcing plan. You will operate in alignment with our evolved procurement operating model, partnering closely with GBS and adhering to established procurement policies and governance frameworks You will monitor supplier performance for strategic partnerships, maintaining strong supplier relationships to drive cost savings, continuous improvement, innovation, sustainability, and other value beyond price. You will track cost savings and other benefits accurately and on time every period You will be required to monitor market trends, supply dynamics, and emerging risks to adjust category strategies accordingly. What You'll Bring Here at Primark, we want everyone to feel valued - so please bring your authentic self to work, of course with some other key experience and abilities for this role in particular: 5+ years related experience in a Procurement role. Be able to establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders (internal and external), ensuring business alignment on critical objectives. Experience and knowledge in category management is highly advantageous. Strong knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, policy, and systems. Experience of working within fast-paced and matrixed organisations. Experience of developing strategic partnerships with key suppliers. Ability to meet deadlines and prepare regular reports to share progress and performance. Knowledge of financial, legal and commercial contracts, sustainability/CSR and ethical sourcing. Highly effective and skilled negotiator. Excellent organisation, prioritization and time management skills. Ability to analyse, evaluate and recommend on risk at strategic level. Ability to travel as required (15%). Does this sound like you? Great, because we can't wait to see what you'll bring. You'll be supported within a team of equally capable people, celebrating who you are and aiding you reach your potential. At Primark, we're excited about our future - and we're excited to develop yours. About Primark At Primark, people matter. They're the beating heart of our business and the reason we've grown from our first store in Dublin in 1969 to a £9bn+ turnover business and over 80,000 colleagues and over 440 stores in 17 countries today. Our values run through everything we do. In essence, we're Caring and always strive to put people first. We're also Dynamic, bravely pushing the boundaries to stay ahead. And finally, we succeed Together. If you need any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request, during your recruitment journey, such as extended time or breaks between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, mobility access, or assistive technology please contact your talent acquisition specialist. All offers of employment are subject to background checks, including right to work, reference education and for some roles criminal, and financial checks. If you have any concerns, please reach out to our talent acquisition team to discuss.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Overview Supply Chain Category Specialist The Supply Chain Category Specialist will lead the activities across categories of spend with the accountability for developing and executing effective procurement strategies for the categories and actively contributing to the development of the procurement function's service to Primark. What You'll Get People are at the heart of what we do here, so it's essential we provide you with the right environment to perform at your very best. Let's talk lifestyle: Healthcare, pension, and potential bonus. 27 days of leave, plus bank holidays and if you want, you can buy 5 more. Because Primark is all about tailoring to you, we offer Tax Saver Tickets, fitness centre, and a subsidised cafeteria. What You'll Do as a Supply Chain Category Specialist In your role, you'll collaborate with different people across a range of skillsets. Here's a flavour of your day-to-day: You will lead and contribute to the development and execution of strategic category management, sourcing and supplier and risk management for assigned categories of goods and services across both business-as-usual and strategic investments / programmes, actively increasing spend under management and value for Primark You will lead and contribute to the development and execution of comprehensive, multi-year category plans, that deliver the category strategy and align with business goals, market dynamics, and internal demand, to ensure optimal performance, cost savings, and risk. You will generate ideas, identify opportunities and lead initiatives that drive long-term cost efficiency and value creation within your category, contributing towards the overarching multi-year cost efficiency programme . Using insights and analytics, you will create cost savings plans and sourcing strategies that align with business goals and represent a culture of innovation and dynamic agility. You will work with senior stakeholders to ensure agreement and alignment to all delivery plans (category, sourcing and cost efficiency programmes). You will develop and execute the negotiation strategy for high-value, complex contracts, sometime leading negotiations for contracts and service agreements You will lead the sourcing execution for high value, complex contracts when required You will nurture effective category relationships with GBS offshore partner, supporting the integration of our GBS partner offshore team into category ways of working with procurement and the business, within the assigned category. You will engage and align with business stakeholders to ensure that the GBS partner is equipped with the relevant information, data and requirements to execute against the agreed go-to market and sourcing plans You will manage the GBS partner for your projects to ensure project execution and delivery on time and in accordance with the agreed timings set out in the sourcing plan. You will operate in alignment with our evolved procurement operating model, partnering closely with GBS and adhering to established procurement policies and governance frameworks You will monitor supplier performance for strategic partnerships, maintaining strong supplier relationships to drive cost savings, continuous improvement, innovation, sustainability, and other value beyond price. You will track cost savings and other benefits accurately and on time every period You will be required to monitor market trends, supply dynamics, and emerging risks to adjust category strategies accordingly. What You'll Bring Here at Primark, we want everyone to feel valued - so please bring your authentic self to work, of course with some other key experience and abilities for this role in particular: 5+ years related experience in a Procurement role. Be able to establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders (internal and external), ensuring business alignment on critical objectives. Experience and knowledge in category management is highly advantageous. Strong knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, policy, and systems. Experience of working within fast-paced and matrixed organisations. Experience of developing strategic partnerships with key suppliers. Ability to meet deadlines and prepare regular reports to share progress and performance. Knowledge of financial, legal and commercial contracts, sustainability/CSR and ethical sourcing. Highly effective and skilled negotiator. Excellent organisation, prioritization and time management skills. Ability to analyse, evaluate and recommend on risk at strategic level. Ability to travel as required (15%). Does this sound like you? Great, because we can't wait to see what you'll bring. You'll be supported within a team of equally capable people, celebrating who you are and aiding you reach your potential. At Primark, we're excited about our future - and we're excited to develop yours. About Primark At Primark, people matter. They're the beating heart of our business and the reason we've grown from our first store in Dublin in 1969 to a £9bn+ turnover business and over 80,000 colleagues and over 440 stores in 17 countries today. Our values run through everything we do. In essence, we're Caring and always strive to put people first. We're also Dynamic, bravely pushing the boundaries to stay ahead. And finally, we succeed Together. If you need any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request, during your recruitment journey, such as extended time or breaks between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, mobility access, or assistive technology please contact your talent acquisition specialist. All offers of employment are subject to background checks, including right to work, reference education and for some roles criminal, and financial checks. If you have any concerns, please reach out to our talent acquisition team to discuss.
Consortium Professional Recruitment Ltd
Hull, Yorkshire
Head of PLM and Operational Technology Job Title: Head of PLM and Operational Technology Location: Hessle, Melton, Hull Salary: £60,000 to £70,000 plus enhanced benefits Employment: Permanent, Full Time Head of PLM and Operational Technology This global engineering led manufacturer is accelerating investment across its digital product development, digital manufacturing systems and smart factory landscape. The business is now seeking a Head of PLM and Operational Technology who will play a senior role in shaping, steering and supporting the strategy, delivery and optimisation of the systems underpinning R&D, Engineering, Procurement and Production. These platforms sit at the centre of how products are designed, engineered and manufactured, and this role provides the strategic leadership that ensures they evolve cohesively, integrate effectively and deliver measurable value across the entire lifecycle. A development-focused PLM & OT Manager role is also being recruited in parallel, providing a progression route for high-potential candidates About the Opportunity As the Head of PLM and Operational Technology, you will guide the development and enhancement of PLM, MES and OT platforms that support both product development and modern manufacturing operations. With continued investment across digital systems and Industry 4.0 capability, this role offers genuine opportunity to shape a multi site landscape and influence how the organisation s core technologies progress. Working closely with cross functional teams in R&D, Engineering, Procurement, Quality and Production, you will help ensure systems work seamlessly together, enabling strong data flow, better decision making and greater operational efficiency. This is a position that sits at the heart of the organisation s digital journey, offering both strategic input and hands on leadership in key integration initiatives. What You Will Lead Steering the long term PLM and Operational Technology strategy to support the organisation s engineering and manufacturing objectives Supporting and optimising enterprise PLM platforms across product design, data control and engineering change processes Overseeing OT systems including MES, SCADA and machine connectivity, working in partnership with engineering teams and external specialists Leading integration activity across PLM, ERP and MES platforms to deliver end to end visibility from design to production Establishing governance, compliance and security approaches across PLM and OT systems to meet UK and EU standards Developing and mentoring a multidisciplinary PLM and OT team, embedding continuous improvement and supporting capability growth What You Bring Experience working with modern PLM platforms such as Siemens Teamcenter, PTC Windchill, Dassault 3DEXPERIENCE / ENOVIA, or similar Exposure to MES and OT technologies, for example Siemens Opcenter, Rockwell FactoryTalk, AVEVA, Ignition, or equivalent Understanding of integrating PLM, ERP and MES systems within a manufacturing environment Familiarity with Industry 4.0 principles such as IoT, automation, AI or digital twins Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate across R&D, Engineering, Procurement, Production and wider functions to align priorities expectations and outcomes. Strategic thinking balanced with the ability to support hands on delivery and implementation Degree in Engineering, IT or a related discipline, with PLM or OT certifications considered an advantage Why This Role Stands Out Join a global organisation investing heavily in digital engineering and future ready manufacturing Influence multi site digital evolution across PLM, MES and OT systems Collaborate with high calibre R&D, Engineering and Production teams Shape long term direction while guiding day to day integration and improvement Gain exposure to modern technology ecosystems and ambitious transformation programmes Strong long term career progression in a function that is growing in scope and capability Salary & Benefits £60,000 to £70,000 per annum depending on experience Enhanced benefits package 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Contributory pension scheme Laptop, smartphone and tablet provided Ready to Apply? If you are excited by the opportunity to influence digital engineering, guide key PLM and OT platforms and support the evolution of modern manufacturing systems, we encourage you to apply for the Head of PLM and Operational Technology today. Consortium Professional Recruitment Ltd are a professional level recruitment consultancy specialising in the delivery of high relevance recruitment services on behalf of our clients across the UK. We regularly receive large responses to our advertising which can make providing individual feedback to every applicant challenging. If you haven t received a reply from us within 14 day of your application, we regret to say your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We have a policy of retaining your details for future vacancies unless you request otherwise. To learn more about our services, please visit (url removed)
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Head of PLM and Operational Technology Job Title: Head of PLM and Operational Technology Location: Hessle, Melton, Hull Salary: £60,000 to £70,000 plus enhanced benefits Employment: Permanent, Full Time Head of PLM and Operational Technology This global engineering led manufacturer is accelerating investment across its digital product development, digital manufacturing systems and smart factory landscape. The business is now seeking a Head of PLM and Operational Technology who will play a senior role in shaping, steering and supporting the strategy, delivery and optimisation of the systems underpinning R&D, Engineering, Procurement and Production. These platforms sit at the centre of how products are designed, engineered and manufactured, and this role provides the strategic leadership that ensures they evolve cohesively, integrate effectively and deliver measurable value across the entire lifecycle. A development-focused PLM & OT Manager role is also being recruited in parallel, providing a progression route for high-potential candidates About the Opportunity As the Head of PLM and Operational Technology, you will guide the development and enhancement of PLM, MES and OT platforms that support both product development and modern manufacturing operations. With continued investment across digital systems and Industry 4.0 capability, this role offers genuine opportunity to shape a multi site landscape and influence how the organisation s core technologies progress. Working closely with cross functional teams in R&D, Engineering, Procurement, Quality and Production, you will help ensure systems work seamlessly together, enabling strong data flow, better decision making and greater operational efficiency. This is a position that sits at the heart of the organisation s digital journey, offering both strategic input and hands on leadership in key integration initiatives. What You Will Lead Steering the long term PLM and Operational Technology strategy to support the organisation s engineering and manufacturing objectives Supporting and optimising enterprise PLM platforms across product design, data control and engineering change processes Overseeing OT systems including MES, SCADA and machine connectivity, working in partnership with engineering teams and external specialists Leading integration activity across PLM, ERP and MES platforms to deliver end to end visibility from design to production Establishing governance, compliance and security approaches across PLM and OT systems to meet UK and EU standards Developing and mentoring a multidisciplinary PLM and OT team, embedding continuous improvement and supporting capability growth What You Bring Experience working with modern PLM platforms such as Siemens Teamcenter, PTC Windchill, Dassault 3DEXPERIENCE / ENOVIA, or similar Exposure to MES and OT technologies, for example Siemens Opcenter, Rockwell FactoryTalk, AVEVA, Ignition, or equivalent Understanding of integrating PLM, ERP and MES systems within a manufacturing environment Familiarity with Industry 4.0 principles such as IoT, automation, AI or digital twins Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate across R&D, Engineering, Procurement, Production and wider functions to align priorities expectations and outcomes. Strategic thinking balanced with the ability to support hands on delivery and implementation Degree in Engineering, IT or a related discipline, with PLM or OT certifications considered an advantage Why This Role Stands Out Join a global organisation investing heavily in digital engineering and future ready manufacturing Influence multi site digital evolution across PLM, MES and OT systems Collaborate with high calibre R&D, Engineering and Production teams Shape long term direction while guiding day to day integration and improvement Gain exposure to modern technology ecosystems and ambitious transformation programmes Strong long term career progression in a function that is growing in scope and capability Salary & Benefits £60,000 to £70,000 per annum depending on experience Enhanced benefits package 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Contributory pension scheme Laptop, smartphone and tablet provided Ready to Apply? If you are excited by the opportunity to influence digital engineering, guide key PLM and OT platforms and support the evolution of modern manufacturing systems, we encourage you to apply for the Head of PLM and Operational Technology today. Consortium Professional Recruitment Ltd are a professional level recruitment consultancy specialising in the delivery of high relevance recruitment services on behalf of our clients across the UK. We regularly receive large responses to our advertising which can make providing individual feedback to every applicant challenging. If you haven t received a reply from us within 14 day of your application, we regret to say your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We have a policy of retaining your details for future vacancies unless you request otherwise. To learn more about our services, please visit (url removed)
We are thrilled to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Contracts Administrator on behalf of my client. As the Contracts Administrator for the sales team you will be responsible for ensuring all business demand requirements have been captured from Sales / New Business Opportunities, Consignment Stock and general stock replenishment, monitoring 1500 different products SKUs. This role will work across Procurement, Sales & Operations. Local and international business travel may be required to customer sites. Role: Contracts Administrator Salary: Upon Application Location: Hemel Hempstead Hours: Full time (8:30am to 5:00pm), Monday to Friday Key Responsibilities: Understanding the contractual demands and analysing ad-hoc vs consignment sales Proactively create customer reports based on parts usage and new demands Working with the Purchasing team to ensure safety stock levels are maintained Being a focal point for the contractual customers whilst ensuring customer service is maintained at the highest level Developing/improving consignment dashboards (Power Bi knowledge essential) Using data to drive sales, consign new parts to existing customers and target potential customers for contracts Maintaining inventory related tasks such as reserving and un-reserving stock, recording expiry dates, correcting stock balances and performing cycle counts at remote sites Receiving and reconciling usage reports from consignment customers Invoicing consignment customers with monthly usage. Organising replenishment orders for each of the consignments. Using PowerPoint to prepare and present monthly/quarterly KPIs. Managing Contract pricing proposals. Liaising with warehouse and logistics to ensure consignment shipments are moving on time. Ensuring the consignment KPI's are regularly recorded and conducting quarterly consignment reviews. Ensuring customer stock levels vs our stock levels are aligned. Ensuring consistent replenishment / ad-hoc analysis with recommendations. Providing solutions to open orders through escalation and offering possible alternates. Required Skills & Experience for the role: Data analytical skills Proficient in Microsoft Excel Knowledge of MRP functionality and Inventory control will be beneficial Effective communicator both written and verbal. Bachelor's degree in marketing & sales (beneficial, not essential) or equivalent industry experience Ability to produce timely and high-quality reports Flexible and responsive to change. Self-motivated and confident If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation - Line Up Aviation has carved its own place in the recruitment of Aviation and Aerospace personnel all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best-known companies who demand the highest standard of applicants. " on Twitter for all of our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the tag at anytime! Thank you for your follow!"
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
We are thrilled to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Contracts Administrator on behalf of my client. As the Contracts Administrator for the sales team you will be responsible for ensuring all business demand requirements have been captured from Sales / New Business Opportunities, Consignment Stock and general stock replenishment, monitoring 1500 different products SKUs. This role will work across Procurement, Sales & Operations. Local and international business travel may be required to customer sites. Role: Contracts Administrator Salary: Upon Application Location: Hemel Hempstead Hours: Full time (8:30am to 5:00pm), Monday to Friday Key Responsibilities: Understanding the contractual demands and analysing ad-hoc vs consignment sales Proactively create customer reports based on parts usage and new demands Working with the Purchasing team to ensure safety stock levels are maintained Being a focal point for the contractual customers whilst ensuring customer service is maintained at the highest level Developing/improving consignment dashboards (Power Bi knowledge essential) Using data to drive sales, consign new parts to existing customers and target potential customers for contracts Maintaining inventory related tasks such as reserving and un-reserving stock, recording expiry dates, correcting stock balances and performing cycle counts at remote sites Receiving and reconciling usage reports from consignment customers Invoicing consignment customers with monthly usage. Organising replenishment orders for each of the consignments. Using PowerPoint to prepare and present monthly/quarterly KPIs. Managing Contract pricing proposals. Liaising with warehouse and logistics to ensure consignment shipments are moving on time. Ensuring the consignment KPI's are regularly recorded and conducting quarterly consignment reviews. Ensuring customer stock levels vs our stock levels are aligned. Ensuring consistent replenishment / ad-hoc analysis with recommendations. Providing solutions to open orders through escalation and offering possible alternates. Required Skills & Experience for the role: Data analytical skills Proficient in Microsoft Excel Knowledge of MRP functionality and Inventory control will be beneficial Effective communicator both written and verbal. Bachelor's degree in marketing & sales (beneficial, not essential) or equivalent industry experience Ability to produce timely and high-quality reports Flexible and responsive to change. Self-motivated and confident If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation - Line Up Aviation has carved its own place in the recruitment of Aviation and Aerospace personnel all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best-known companies who demand the highest standard of applicants. " on Twitter for all of our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the tag at anytime! Thank you for your follow!"
Job Title: Senior Buyer Location : Warwick or Wokingham (Hybrid - 1 day a fortnight, fully remote considered) Contract Length : 6 month Contract Day Rate : 500 per day (Inside IR35 via Umbrella) About the Role We're seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to lead strategic, high-value procurement tenders within a critical national infrastructure programme. This is a unique opportunity to work on multi-billion-pound contracts that deliver greener, more affordable energy solutions for the UK. You'll manage complex procurement processes end-to-end, from market engagement through to contract award, ensuring compliance and driving value beyond cost savings. This is not a transactional role - it's a chance to make a strategic impact in a highly governed environment. Key Responsibilities Act as procurement sourcing lead for 1-2 strategic tenders at a time, identifying the best sourcing strategies and leading events from market engagement through to contract award. Project manage strategic tenders, maintaining RAID logs, project plans, reporting, and RACIs to keep the sourcing team on track. Support value creation through volume leverage, supplier innovation, forecasting efficiency, and optioneering. Conduct market research and supply analysis to inform category management and stay ahead of emerging trends. Collate and analyse spend performance data, providing actionable insights and recommendations. Identify and mitigate procurement risks to ensure timely delivery. Ensure compliance with internal procurement frameworks and maintain strong governance. Build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships across technical and commercial teams. Key Skills & Experience Comprehensive experience in developing robust category strategies and tendering large, strategic projects. Proven ability to identify and execute multiple opportunities across diverse spend categories. Strong stakeholder engagement and contract management skills, able to communicate effectively at all levels. Excellent project management skills and comfort with procurement compliance. Good influencing and negotiation skills to secure commercially sound contracts. Experience in supply chain management within complex environments. Track record of driving value beyond straightforward cost savings. Experience in major infrastructure procurement, regulated procurement, and/or energy markets. Familiarity with power systems engineering concepts. Knowledge of regulated procurement processes. Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, we may retain your details for future suitable opportunities. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Dec 05, 2025
Contractor
Job Title: Senior Buyer Location : Warwick or Wokingham (Hybrid - 1 day a fortnight, fully remote considered) Contract Length : 6 month Contract Day Rate : 500 per day (Inside IR35 via Umbrella) About the Role We're seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to lead strategic, high-value procurement tenders within a critical national infrastructure programme. This is a unique opportunity to work on multi-billion-pound contracts that deliver greener, more affordable energy solutions for the UK. You'll manage complex procurement processes end-to-end, from market engagement through to contract award, ensuring compliance and driving value beyond cost savings. This is not a transactional role - it's a chance to make a strategic impact in a highly governed environment. Key Responsibilities Act as procurement sourcing lead for 1-2 strategic tenders at a time, identifying the best sourcing strategies and leading events from market engagement through to contract award. Project manage strategic tenders, maintaining RAID logs, project plans, reporting, and RACIs to keep the sourcing team on track. Support value creation through volume leverage, supplier innovation, forecasting efficiency, and optioneering. Conduct market research and supply analysis to inform category management and stay ahead of emerging trends. Collate and analyse spend performance data, providing actionable insights and recommendations. Identify and mitigate procurement risks to ensure timely delivery. Ensure compliance with internal procurement frameworks and maintain strong governance. Build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships across technical and commercial teams. Key Skills & Experience Comprehensive experience in developing robust category strategies and tendering large, strategic projects. Proven ability to identify and execute multiple opportunities across diverse spend categories. Strong stakeholder engagement and contract management skills, able to communicate effectively at all levels. Excellent project management skills and comfort with procurement compliance. Good influencing and negotiation skills to secure commercially sound contracts. Experience in supply chain management within complex environments. Track record of driving value beyond straightforward cost savings. Experience in major infrastructure procurement, regulated procurement, and/or energy markets. Familiarity with power systems engineering concepts. Knowledge of regulated procurement processes. Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, we may retain your details for future suitable opportunities. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
We are Lick Our mission is to support people to transform houses into their homes. Lick is a community-driven decorating movement focused on inspiring and supporting people to confidently transform their homes, with our unique pigment-rich colours and high-quality products whilst respecting yours and our home: planet Earth. Whether you're a keen decorator or you've never picked up a paintbrush, we've got all you need to get started. Quality: Quality is at the heart of Lick. From our high-quality range of paints, each designed for a flawless finish and long-lasting durability to our in-person and online consultation and decorating support services, and industry-leading formulations that provide the best decorating experience to our community, whether they're first-time decorators, experienced DIYers or decorating professionals. Colour Authority: We are an innovatively colour-centric brand with an expertly curated range of 100 unique pigment-rich colours, all designed with colour psychology and real homes in mind. We're here to support decorators through the whole process, from finding colour inspiration to the final selection process and styling their freshly decorated room with complementary colours. Sustainability: We consider people and the planet in every decision we make, from our made-to-order, zero-waste production process and water-based, trace VOC paint (fewer harmful chemicals and a more easily biodegradable end product) to our commitment to being B Corp certified, the eco-friendly materials we use to make our LickTools and our mess-free, Peel & Stick samples which contain 95% less plastic than traditional tester pots. Our aim is for our community to feel confident in creating their dream home with respect to your and our home; planet Earth You can find out more on our sustainability hub on our site Community: From day one, community has been at the heart of everything we do, setting ourselves a mission to create the largest engaged decorating community that feels inspired and supported. Since launching in 2020, we've united over 1 million decorators, collaborated with over 3,000 creators to transform their homes and have actively featured the Lick community in everything from press, to brand awareness campaigns and brand partnerships. About the Company Lick was founded in 2019 by Lucas London and Sam Bradley - both experienced startup entrepreneurs - targeting the $1trillion global home decor market. We're the fastest growing decorator brand, and since launching in 2020, we have expanded from Lick into: Lick: for the DIY customer LickPro: for the Trade customer Lick Tools: our own range of sustainable tools We continually develop our product range, new sustainability initiatives, and grow our community of decorators. Successful campaigns such as the Heinz x Lick collaboration & Soho Home range, as well as our huge partnerships with Screwfix & are leading us in the right direction, and it's really a very exciting time to be joining us on this journey! Hybrid Working Our office is located in Clapham and we are a hybrid working team who believes in the value of getting together offline and online. For this reason, we are focused on hiring candidates who can easily work in London. We see huge value in our team sharing an office together and strongly encourage everyone to use it as often as they can, and the minimum expectation is 2 days per week - one day will be set based on your department, and the other day is at your and your managers discretion. Our team is collaborative - and friendly! We want to encourage relationship building and effective teamwork through both face to face and online interactions. Wellbeing We are a team of incredible human beings, making Lick a very special place to work. We want to promote an environment where we can all truly be ourselves (on the good days and the bad) and make an authentic impact. Growing and thriving as individuals and achieving something very significant together. We want it to be easy to openly discuss how you are feeling. We want you to do the things you know will help you thrive. We want you to own your mental health and wellbeing, and we want to ensure you feel supported in doing so - and we aim to provide you with the information and tools to empower you to do so. Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging People are at the centre of everything we do at Lick. We work hard to make sure that we're amplifying diverse voices externally within our amazing community of decorators. Equally, we are on a mission to make Lick a company where every member of our team feels they can truly be themselves and genuinely make an impact. We will continue to work on ways to be able to formally follow through on this commitment, such as our team led Lick Belonging Group, and using an individual approach for each team member. Our Culture Having launched in the last few years, our culture will continue to evolve just like everything else we do. To give you a sense of what to expect, we can confirm it's fast and very ambitious, with high expectations. We believe a great team can do great things and we work hard to ensure you have what you need to thrive and make a real impact. We put a huge emphasis on information sharing, communications and relationships, and we use data and customer insights to improve what we do and how we do it. We have ambitious business goals, but we don't just do things a certain way because that's how it's always been done. We're here to transform an entire category, this means developing new and better ways of doing things. We want to set you up for success, both from a performance and development perspective; we offer structured review processes, eNPS surveys, flexible and hybrid working policies, regular company-wide meetings, alongside a range of other internal initiatives. About The Role At Lick, we are dedicated to transforming the home decor industry. We are seeking a Supply Chain Manager to oversee our supply chain and procurement operations and drive optimisation in this space. This role involves managing relationships with global suppliers and manufacturers, partnering with internal teams such as New Product Development (NPD), finance and commercial, and implementing best practices in supply chain management. Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will be crucial in driving operational excellence, sustainability initiatives, and improving our overall supply chain efficiency as we grow in our target markets. Responsibilities What you will be doing: Develop and execute supply chain strategies across our global supplier network to ensure cost-effective, quality, and timely delivery of products. Manage demand planning process effectively to ensure inventory availability in line with agreed SLA and track demand forecast accuracy and bias. Oversee short and medium term production planning in partnership with our manufacturing, and driving ongoing process improvements as the business scales. Lead projects aimed at improving supply chain processes as part of our commitment to continuous improvement. Collaborate with the Commercial team to ensure the successful replenishment of goods inline with forecasted demand for all categories, and reporting on weekly, monthly and quarterly revenue vs targets. Collaborate with the Head of NPD and Product to support the development and supply of high-quality products. Work with key customers to build great working relationships, driving forecast alignment and excellent product availability. Partner with the finance team to drive budget performance and ensure effective management of inventory working capital requirements. Collaborate with the finance team to maintain timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and payments. Provide regular performance updates to key stakeholders and engage the wider business in supply chain operations. Proactively identify and share insights to improve efficiencies and enhance the customer experience. Conduct national and international travel as needed to maintain strong supplier relationships and ensure supply chain integrity. Monitor product compliance across all categories and collaborate with external partners and customers to ensure full regulatory adherence. Build relationships with our 3PL and supplier partners to control cost, availability and fulfilment in line with expected SLAs. Demonstrable demand planning expertise capable of managing inventory availability for a large number of SKUs across multiple categories with varying lead times, MOQs and costs. Proven experience in managing supply chain operations with a focus on cost, quality, and delivery. Strong background in managing external supplier and manufacturer relationships, particularly in a manufacturing environment. Familiarity with NPD processes and the ability to support the supply of world class products. Experience in supplier negotiations and understanding of tender processes. Ability to conduct cost/benefit analysis to guide strategic decisions. Knowledge of budget management and the financial aspects of supply chains. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to navigate complex negotiations and build trust across teams. Data driven decision making skills, with a capacity to derive insights from various data sources. Strong excel skills, able to build and adapt models. Strong communication skills . click apply for full job details
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
We are Lick Our mission is to support people to transform houses into their homes. Lick is a community-driven decorating movement focused on inspiring and supporting people to confidently transform their homes, with our unique pigment-rich colours and high-quality products whilst respecting yours and our home: planet Earth. Whether you're a keen decorator or you've never picked up a paintbrush, we've got all you need to get started. Quality: Quality is at the heart of Lick. From our high-quality range of paints, each designed for a flawless finish and long-lasting durability to our in-person and online consultation and decorating support services, and industry-leading formulations that provide the best decorating experience to our community, whether they're first-time decorators, experienced DIYers or decorating professionals. Colour Authority: We are an innovatively colour-centric brand with an expertly curated range of 100 unique pigment-rich colours, all designed with colour psychology and real homes in mind. We're here to support decorators through the whole process, from finding colour inspiration to the final selection process and styling their freshly decorated room with complementary colours. Sustainability: We consider people and the planet in every decision we make, from our made-to-order, zero-waste production process and water-based, trace VOC paint (fewer harmful chemicals and a more easily biodegradable end product) to our commitment to being B Corp certified, the eco-friendly materials we use to make our LickTools and our mess-free, Peel & Stick samples which contain 95% less plastic than traditional tester pots. Our aim is for our community to feel confident in creating their dream home with respect to your and our home; planet Earth You can find out more on our sustainability hub on our site Community: From day one, community has been at the heart of everything we do, setting ourselves a mission to create the largest engaged decorating community that feels inspired and supported. Since launching in 2020, we've united over 1 million decorators, collaborated with over 3,000 creators to transform their homes and have actively featured the Lick community in everything from press, to brand awareness campaigns and brand partnerships. About the Company Lick was founded in 2019 by Lucas London and Sam Bradley - both experienced startup entrepreneurs - targeting the $1trillion global home decor market. We're the fastest growing decorator brand, and since launching in 2020, we have expanded from Lick into: Lick: for the DIY customer LickPro: for the Trade customer Lick Tools: our own range of sustainable tools We continually develop our product range, new sustainability initiatives, and grow our community of decorators. Successful campaigns such as the Heinz x Lick collaboration & Soho Home range, as well as our huge partnerships with Screwfix & are leading us in the right direction, and it's really a very exciting time to be joining us on this journey! Hybrid Working Our office is located in Clapham and we are a hybrid working team who believes in the value of getting together offline and online. For this reason, we are focused on hiring candidates who can easily work in London. We see huge value in our team sharing an office together and strongly encourage everyone to use it as often as they can, and the minimum expectation is 2 days per week - one day will be set based on your department, and the other day is at your and your managers discretion. Our team is collaborative - and friendly! We want to encourage relationship building and effective teamwork through both face to face and online interactions. Wellbeing We are a team of incredible human beings, making Lick a very special place to work. We want to promote an environment where we can all truly be ourselves (on the good days and the bad) and make an authentic impact. Growing and thriving as individuals and achieving something very significant together. We want it to be easy to openly discuss how you are feeling. We want you to do the things you know will help you thrive. We want you to own your mental health and wellbeing, and we want to ensure you feel supported in doing so - and we aim to provide you with the information and tools to empower you to do so. Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging People are at the centre of everything we do at Lick. We work hard to make sure that we're amplifying diverse voices externally within our amazing community of decorators. Equally, we are on a mission to make Lick a company where every member of our team feels they can truly be themselves and genuinely make an impact. We will continue to work on ways to be able to formally follow through on this commitment, such as our team led Lick Belonging Group, and using an individual approach for each team member. Our Culture Having launched in the last few years, our culture will continue to evolve just like everything else we do. To give you a sense of what to expect, we can confirm it's fast and very ambitious, with high expectations. We believe a great team can do great things and we work hard to ensure you have what you need to thrive and make a real impact. We put a huge emphasis on information sharing, communications and relationships, and we use data and customer insights to improve what we do and how we do it. We have ambitious business goals, but we don't just do things a certain way because that's how it's always been done. We're here to transform an entire category, this means developing new and better ways of doing things. We want to set you up for success, both from a performance and development perspective; we offer structured review processes, eNPS surveys, flexible and hybrid working policies, regular company-wide meetings, alongside a range of other internal initiatives. About The Role At Lick, we are dedicated to transforming the home decor industry. We are seeking a Supply Chain Manager to oversee our supply chain and procurement operations and drive optimisation in this space. This role involves managing relationships with global suppliers and manufacturers, partnering with internal teams such as New Product Development (NPD), finance and commercial, and implementing best practices in supply chain management. Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will be crucial in driving operational excellence, sustainability initiatives, and improving our overall supply chain efficiency as we grow in our target markets. Responsibilities What you will be doing: Develop and execute supply chain strategies across our global supplier network to ensure cost-effective, quality, and timely delivery of products. Manage demand planning process effectively to ensure inventory availability in line with agreed SLA and track demand forecast accuracy and bias. Oversee short and medium term production planning in partnership with our manufacturing, and driving ongoing process improvements as the business scales. Lead projects aimed at improving supply chain processes as part of our commitment to continuous improvement. Collaborate with the Commercial team to ensure the successful replenishment of goods inline with forecasted demand for all categories, and reporting on weekly, monthly and quarterly revenue vs targets. Collaborate with the Head of NPD and Product to support the development and supply of high-quality products. Work with key customers to build great working relationships, driving forecast alignment and excellent product availability. Partner with the finance team to drive budget performance and ensure effective management of inventory working capital requirements. Collaborate with the finance team to maintain timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and payments. Provide regular performance updates to key stakeholders and engage the wider business in supply chain operations. Proactively identify and share insights to improve efficiencies and enhance the customer experience. Conduct national and international travel as needed to maintain strong supplier relationships and ensure supply chain integrity. Monitor product compliance across all categories and collaborate with external partners and customers to ensure full regulatory adherence. Build relationships with our 3PL and supplier partners to control cost, availability and fulfilment in line with expected SLAs. Demonstrable demand planning expertise capable of managing inventory availability for a large number of SKUs across multiple categories with varying lead times, MOQs and costs. Proven experience in managing supply chain operations with a focus on cost, quality, and delivery. Strong background in managing external supplier and manufacturer relationships, particularly in a manufacturing environment. Familiarity with NPD processes and the ability to support the supply of world class products. Experience in supplier negotiations and understanding of tender processes. Ability to conduct cost/benefit analysis to guide strategic decisions. Knowledge of budget management and the financial aspects of supply chains. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to navigate complex negotiations and build trust across teams. Data driven decision making skills, with a capacity to derive insights from various data sources. Strong excel skills, able to build and adapt models. Strong communication skills . click apply for full job details
At Thames Water, we make a daily difference to our 16 million customers by supplying 2.6 billion litres of water through 32,000 km of pipes, keeping taps flowing and toilets flushing. We deliver life's essential service so our customers, communities, and the environment can thrive. We're on a mission to shape the future of water for generations to come. Our AMP8 Business Plan () is our most ambitious yet, with a proposed £20 billion investment, more than double the last five year period. This is a once in a generation opportunity to transform water infrastructure across London and the Thames Valley, ensuring safe, high quality water and a resilient network for the future. You'll have influence at the highest level, working across the organisation and engaging directly with senior leaders and directors. What you'll be doing as Head of Systems Engineering Our Head of Systems Engineering is a new role where you will be at the forefront of transforming how Thames Water delivers resilient, integrated solutions across our entire network. You'll champion a systems thinking approach, ensuring our engineering capability consistently delivers for customers, communities, and the environment - now and for the future. You'll join us on a long term growth journey where engineering sits at the heart of decision making, driving the right environmental and customer outcomes. This is more than a role - it's a defining opportunity to transform how we do engineering across the business, aligning with wider strategies and delivering visible leadership. You'll be part of a major growth area, leading network upgrades and setting the scene for integrated systems, asset lifecycle management, and resilience. This is your chance to drive change and transformation, promote innovation, and shape a mindset that brings the whole system together. Key responsibilities include: Leading the development and implementation of a systems engineering mindset across Thames Water and our partners. Promoting integrated catchment management, asset lifecycle management, and project lifecycle delivery. Providing visible leadership, inspiring curiosity, agility, and collaboration across teams. Developing and tracking a maturity model for systems engineering, driving new ways of working and continuous improvement. Ensuring technical governance, design standards, and best practices are embedded across all engineering activities. Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies and professional institutions. Managing and optimising resources to deliver affordable, innovative solutions that balance cost, risk, and performance. Base location: Clearwater Court, Reading (with flexible working arrangements) Working pattern or hours: Full time, permanent. A mix of office & site working 3 days per week. To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you'll need is: Strategic leadership experience in systems engineering, with a proven ability to drive transformational change. Comprehensive knowledge of requirements and design management, asset maintenance, and engineering delivery in complex, real time operations. Excellent understanding of systems integration in an operational business. Strong aptitude for holistic, integrated thinking and building collaborative relationships. Minimum of an honours engineering degree (or equivalent), with formal professional recognition (CEng, CSci). Excellent communication skills, able to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders. Knowledge of procurement, supplier management, legal compliance, financial management, and project controls. Additional skills and experiences would be great to have: Fellowship of a relevant engineering institute. Relevant business degree (e.g. MBA) or equivalent. Passion for continuous professional development and inclusivity in engineering. Experience operating in complex environments with political and media stakeholders. What's in it for you? Competitive salary. 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays) Car allowance. Performance related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Private Medical Health Care. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Find out more about our benefits and perks. Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Water Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more. We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we're here to help and support. When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
At Thames Water, we make a daily difference to our 16 million customers by supplying 2.6 billion litres of water through 32,000 km of pipes, keeping taps flowing and toilets flushing. We deliver life's essential service so our customers, communities, and the environment can thrive. We're on a mission to shape the future of water for generations to come. Our AMP8 Business Plan () is our most ambitious yet, with a proposed £20 billion investment, more than double the last five year period. This is a once in a generation opportunity to transform water infrastructure across London and the Thames Valley, ensuring safe, high quality water and a resilient network for the future. You'll have influence at the highest level, working across the organisation and engaging directly with senior leaders and directors. What you'll be doing as Head of Systems Engineering Our Head of Systems Engineering is a new role where you will be at the forefront of transforming how Thames Water delivers resilient, integrated solutions across our entire network. You'll champion a systems thinking approach, ensuring our engineering capability consistently delivers for customers, communities, and the environment - now and for the future. You'll join us on a long term growth journey where engineering sits at the heart of decision making, driving the right environmental and customer outcomes. This is more than a role - it's a defining opportunity to transform how we do engineering across the business, aligning with wider strategies and delivering visible leadership. You'll be part of a major growth area, leading network upgrades and setting the scene for integrated systems, asset lifecycle management, and resilience. This is your chance to drive change and transformation, promote innovation, and shape a mindset that brings the whole system together. Key responsibilities include: Leading the development and implementation of a systems engineering mindset across Thames Water and our partners. Promoting integrated catchment management, asset lifecycle management, and project lifecycle delivery. Providing visible leadership, inspiring curiosity, agility, and collaboration across teams. Developing and tracking a maturity model for systems engineering, driving new ways of working and continuous improvement. Ensuring technical governance, design standards, and best practices are embedded across all engineering activities. Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies and professional institutions. Managing and optimising resources to deliver affordable, innovative solutions that balance cost, risk, and performance. Base location: Clearwater Court, Reading (with flexible working arrangements) Working pattern or hours: Full time, permanent. A mix of office & site working 3 days per week. To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you'll need is: Strategic leadership experience in systems engineering, with a proven ability to drive transformational change. Comprehensive knowledge of requirements and design management, asset maintenance, and engineering delivery in complex, real time operations. Excellent understanding of systems integration in an operational business. Strong aptitude for holistic, integrated thinking and building collaborative relationships. Minimum of an honours engineering degree (or equivalent), with formal professional recognition (CEng, CSci). Excellent communication skills, able to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders. Knowledge of procurement, supplier management, legal compliance, financial management, and project controls. Additional skills and experiences would be great to have: Fellowship of a relevant engineering institute. Relevant business degree (e.g. MBA) or equivalent. Passion for continuous professional development and inclusivity in engineering. Experience operating in complex environments with political and media stakeholders. What's in it for you? Competitive salary. 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays) Car allowance. Performance related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Private Medical Health Care. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Find out more about our benefits and perks. Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Water Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more. We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we're here to help and support. When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Administrator Castle Donington, Leicestershire About Us Are you ready to embark on a career with a company that places both its employees and customers at the heart of everything they do? If you're a motivated, customer-focused individual with a can-do attitude, we want to hear from you. You ll fit in well with us at Medstrom, where we have disrupted the market by providing proven and well-evidenced products and services to our busy customers, helping to make a real difference to both their workload and, crucially, their patients outcomes. Established in 2010, Medstrom has grown substantially by being patient-focused to become the organisation we are today, whilst maintaining an open culture and ethos. In 2022, Medstrom became an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), unlike any other company in the industry. This allows each employee to have a vested interest in the company, where we can all contribute to and share in the company s success. We are now looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking Administrator to join the Purchasing and Capital Sales team based at our Head Office/Manufacturing facility in Castle Donington. The Benefits - Starting salary circa £26,000 per annum - Contributory pension scheme - 33 days holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays - Discounts and cashback on shopping, supermarkets, and holidays as part of our rewards scheme - Free onsite gym for all head office employees - Salary sacrifice schemes, including Cycle to Work - Receive a treat on your birthday - Death in Service benefit available - Be a part of an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) and the associated benefits of having a stake in the company The Role As an Administrator in the Purchasing and Capital Sales team, you will undertake a range of activities to support our supply chain and procurement work across the business. Specifically, you will support purchase order processing, manage deliveries into the business, and liaise with suppliers regarding order details and potential changes. Duties will include: - Liaising with internal teams relating to order requirements and delivery timescales - Providing support on cost saving initiatives when applicable - Managing and developing strong professional relationships with business suppliers - Handling and resolving any order or price discrepancies - Liaising with suppliers to obtain part numbers, pricing, and warranties - Maintaining and updating supplier records - Providing order cover/support to the team through holidays and sickness Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, office-based, Monday Friday, approx. 8.30am 5pm. About You To join us as an Administrator, you will need: - Knowledge and experience of working within a sales/purchasing administration environment (essential) - Experience of using computerised ordering tools (desirable) - Excellent customer service skills and experience of working in a fast-paced environment - The ability to work on your own initiative and follow procedures to achieve deadlines - The ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form - The ability to prioritise work effectively to meet demands - Good PC skills, including email and MS Office - Experience of using Business Central (desirable) In addition to the salary and related benefits, you will join a company that has grown extensively within the last five years and, through a unique ownership model, is continuing to grow, whilst offering great career opportunities for those who are keen to progress. Webrecruit and Medstrom are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. Medstrom operates a zero-tolerance policy on any harassment of any kind towards our colleagues. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Administrator Castle Donington, Leicestershire About Us Are you ready to embark on a career with a company that places both its employees and customers at the heart of everything they do? If you're a motivated, customer-focused individual with a can-do attitude, we want to hear from you. You ll fit in well with us at Medstrom, where we have disrupted the market by providing proven and well-evidenced products and services to our busy customers, helping to make a real difference to both their workload and, crucially, their patients outcomes. Established in 2010, Medstrom has grown substantially by being patient-focused to become the organisation we are today, whilst maintaining an open culture and ethos. In 2022, Medstrom became an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), unlike any other company in the industry. This allows each employee to have a vested interest in the company, where we can all contribute to and share in the company s success. We are now looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking Administrator to join the Purchasing and Capital Sales team based at our Head Office/Manufacturing facility in Castle Donington. The Benefits - Starting salary circa £26,000 per annum - Contributory pension scheme - 33 days holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays - Discounts and cashback on shopping, supermarkets, and holidays as part of our rewards scheme - Free onsite gym for all head office employees - Salary sacrifice schemes, including Cycle to Work - Receive a treat on your birthday - Death in Service benefit available - Be a part of an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) and the associated benefits of having a stake in the company The Role As an Administrator in the Purchasing and Capital Sales team, you will undertake a range of activities to support our supply chain and procurement work across the business. Specifically, you will support purchase order processing, manage deliveries into the business, and liaise with suppliers regarding order details and potential changes. Duties will include: - Liaising with internal teams relating to order requirements and delivery timescales - Providing support on cost saving initiatives when applicable - Managing and developing strong professional relationships with business suppliers - Handling and resolving any order or price discrepancies - Liaising with suppliers to obtain part numbers, pricing, and warranties - Maintaining and updating supplier records - Providing order cover/support to the team through holidays and sickness Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, office-based, Monday Friday, approx. 8.30am 5pm. About You To join us as an Administrator, you will need: - Knowledge and experience of working within a sales/purchasing administration environment (essential) - Experience of using computerised ordering tools (desirable) - Excellent customer service skills and experience of working in a fast-paced environment - The ability to work on your own initiative and follow procedures to achieve deadlines - The ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form - The ability to prioritise work effectively to meet demands - Good PC skills, including email and MS Office - Experience of using Business Central (desirable) In addition to the salary and related benefits, you will join a company that has grown extensively within the last five years and, through a unique ownership model, is continuing to grow, whilst offering great career opportunities for those who are keen to progress. Webrecruit and Medstrom are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. Medstrom operates a zero-tolerance policy on any harassment of any kind towards our colleagues. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
Job Title: Head of Business Systems and IT Salary Band: TBC About Us VisionTrack is a multi-award-winning business providing advanced video and telematics solutions to the insurance and fleet sectors. We re a growing, innovative company with a strong focus on operational excellence and customer success. The Role We are looking for a practical and commercially minded Head of Business Systems and IT to lead the management and development of our internal systems and IT operations. This role will suit someone from an SME background who enjoys improving how a business works optimising processes, ensuring systems run smoothly, and making incremental improvements that drive efficiency and value. You ll oversee our core business platforms (with Odoo ERP at the centre), manage IT infrastructure, and lead a small but capable team. The focus is on continuous improvement , process alignment , and ensuring that technology supports our people and our goals effectively. Key Responsibilities Business Systems & Process Improvement Take ownership of our internal business systems and ensure they support efficient, consistent processes across the organisation. Review and refine how Odoo ERP and related systems are used, identifying opportunities to streamline workflows and reduce manual effort. Work with department leads to understand business requirements and translate them into practical system or process enhancements. Manage relationships with vendors and partners to ensure reliable, fit-for-purpose solutions. IT Operations & Support Oversee day-to-day IT operations including devices, user accounts, and Microsoft 365 management. Maintain reliable and secure systems, ensuring strong governance, patching, and compliance with company standards. Coordinate with the wider group IT team on shared infrastructure and security initiatives. Manage IT budgets, procurement, and supplier performance to ensure cost-effective delivery. Governance & Compliance Ensure all IT systems and processes adhere to ISO 27001, GDPR, and relevant policies. Support business continuity and risk management activities. Maintain readiness for audits and internal reviews. Leadership & Change Delivery Lead a small, multi-skilled team covering IT support, system administration, and project delivery. Foster a culture of ownership, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. Plan and deliver system changes or updates with minimal disruption to users. Support teams with training, communication, and adoption of new tools or processes. About You Essential Solid experience in IT or business systems management within an SME or fast-growing business. Proven experience improving and maintaining ERP systems (Odoo experience advantageous). Strong understanding of IT operations, user support, and system administration. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Familiarity with ISO 27001, GDPR, and general IT governance best practices. A hands-on, solution-focused approach and the ability to balance day-to-day support with strategic improvement. Desirable Experience managing small technical teams. Exposure to process mapping, automation tools, or low-code platforms. Experience managing third-party vendors and IT service providers. Knowledge of project or change management frameworks (e.g. Agile, ITIL).
Nov 06, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Head of Business Systems and IT Salary Band: TBC About Us VisionTrack is a multi-award-winning business providing advanced video and telematics solutions to the insurance and fleet sectors. We re a growing, innovative company with a strong focus on operational excellence and customer success. The Role We are looking for a practical and commercially minded Head of Business Systems and IT to lead the management and development of our internal systems and IT operations. This role will suit someone from an SME background who enjoys improving how a business works optimising processes, ensuring systems run smoothly, and making incremental improvements that drive efficiency and value. You ll oversee our core business platforms (with Odoo ERP at the centre), manage IT infrastructure, and lead a small but capable team. The focus is on continuous improvement , process alignment , and ensuring that technology supports our people and our goals effectively. Key Responsibilities Business Systems & Process Improvement Take ownership of our internal business systems and ensure they support efficient, consistent processes across the organisation. Review and refine how Odoo ERP and related systems are used, identifying opportunities to streamline workflows and reduce manual effort. Work with department leads to understand business requirements and translate them into practical system or process enhancements. Manage relationships with vendors and partners to ensure reliable, fit-for-purpose solutions. IT Operations & Support Oversee day-to-day IT operations including devices, user accounts, and Microsoft 365 management. Maintain reliable and secure systems, ensuring strong governance, patching, and compliance with company standards. Coordinate with the wider group IT team on shared infrastructure and security initiatives. Manage IT budgets, procurement, and supplier performance to ensure cost-effective delivery. Governance & Compliance Ensure all IT systems and processes adhere to ISO 27001, GDPR, and relevant policies. Support business continuity and risk management activities. Maintain readiness for audits and internal reviews. Leadership & Change Delivery Lead a small, multi-skilled team covering IT support, system administration, and project delivery. Foster a culture of ownership, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. Plan and deliver system changes or updates with minimal disruption to users. Support teams with training, communication, and adoption of new tools or processes. About You Essential Solid experience in IT or business systems management within an SME or fast-growing business. Proven experience improving and maintaining ERP systems (Odoo experience advantageous). Strong understanding of IT operations, user support, and system administration. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Familiarity with ISO 27001, GDPR, and general IT governance best practices. A hands-on, solution-focused approach and the ability to balance day-to-day support with strategic improvement. Desirable Experience managing small technical teams. Exposure to process mapping, automation tools, or low-code platforms. Experience managing third-party vendors and IT service providers. Knowledge of project or change management frameworks (e.g. Agile, ITIL).
