Job Description Head of New Homes - Kent & Sussex If you're a proven business winner from the estate agency world, a standout estate agent - lister, valuer, or branch manager ready to step into a more strategic, commercially focused role, this is an exceptional opportunity to join Hamptons New Homes division. You'll enjoy full autonomy, a Monday-Friday working pattern, and the chance to shape new homes strategy across the Milton Keynes region while working directly with developers, housebuilders, and our estate agency network. Monday to Friday • Full Autonomy • New Homes Strategy & Developer Partnerships • B2B Role • Covering Kent & Sussex and Surrounding Areas A quick look at the role As an Head of New Homes , you'll act as the key link between developers and our branches, driving new homes instructions, pricing strategies, and sales performance. You'll identify opportunities, advise on market positioning, and build strong B2B relationships that support developer success and maximise revenue for Hamptons . What's in it for you? Structured development in new homes and development strategy Clear progression routes into senior leadership Competitive package with strong incentives Car allowance or company car Recognition through performance-based awards What we're looking for Estate agency background with strong listing, valuation, or branch leadership experience Full UK driving licence Connells Group is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of , race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. EA08886
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
Job Description Head of New Homes - Kent & Sussex If you're a proven business winner from the estate agency world, a standout estate agent - lister, valuer, or branch manager ready to step into a more strategic, commercially focused role, this is an exceptional opportunity to join Hamptons New Homes division. You'll enjoy full autonomy, a Monday-Friday working pattern, and the chance to shape new homes strategy across the Milton Keynes region while working directly with developers, housebuilders, and our estate agency network. Monday to Friday • Full Autonomy • New Homes Strategy & Developer Partnerships • B2B Role • Covering Kent & Sussex and Surrounding Areas A quick look at the role As an Head of New Homes , you'll act as the key link between developers and our branches, driving new homes instructions, pricing strategies, and sales performance. You'll identify opportunities, advise on market positioning, and build strong B2B relationships that support developer success and maximise revenue for Hamptons . What's in it for you? Structured development in new homes and development strategy Clear progression routes into senior leadership Competitive package with strong incentives Car allowance or company car Recognition through performance-based awards What we're looking for Estate agency background with strong listing, valuation, or branch leadership experience Full UK driving licence Connells Group is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of , race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. EA08886
Senior Category Manager - IT & Telecommunications We're Quickline, and we believe everyone deserves great internet. Whoever you are, wherever you are and whatever you do online - our customers are at the heart of everything we do. So we're on a mission to provide lightning fast, reliable broadband that reaches the places other providers leave behind. Our mission relies on a team full of inspiring, customer obsessed people, ande're looking for a Senior Category Manager with extensive procurement and category management experience to lead our technology sourcing strategy, strengthen supplier performance and deliver greater commercial value across a complex portfolio. Could that be you? This is an opportunity to own a strategically important spend portfolio, build influential supplier partnerships and drive commercial outcomes that directly support Quickline's future ambitions. If that sounds like your kind of challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Here's why you'll love this role - Take ownership of Quickline's IT and Telecommunications category strategy, ensuring procurement decisions support our technology roadmap and wider business goals. - Shape and lead complex sourcing activities, from market analysis and tender exercises through to commercial negotiations and contract award. - Build strong relationships with strategic suppliers, driving performance, innovation and value across a critical technology portfolio. - Partner closely with senior leaders across Technology, Cyber Security, Infrastructure and Digital Transformation, becoming a trusted commercial advisor. - Play a key role in supporting Quickline's growth ambitions through cost optimisation, risk management and smarter technology investment. Here's why you'll be great in this role - Significant experience within procurement and category management, ideally across IT, telecommunications or technology-driven environments. - A proven track record of leading high-value negotiations and securing commercially beneficial outcomes. - Strong knowledge of software licensing, SaaS, cloud, telecoms and managed service commercial models. - Confidence influencing senior stakeholders and building credibility across multiple business functions. - Commercially minded, analytical and comfortable balancing value creation, supplier performance and risk management in a fast-paced environment. The benefits - Pension - 5% employer / 5% employee contribution. - Health Cashback Scheme - Can claim back prescription, GP and optician charges, therapy allowance, private outpatient consultations, EAP, 24/7 remote GP service, member discounts. - 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, your birthday, house move and wedding day off. - Option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days annual leave - Enhanced Paternity/Maternity/Adoption leave - Life Assurance - High Street Shopping Discount Scheme - Holidays, food and drink, insurance, sport, tech, high street, Ikea, M&S, cinema etc. - Free Parking on site. - Regular 'Lunch & Learns' - Social Events - Summer and End of Year parties etc. - Core Value Awards - Regular opportunities to win! Note to agencies - Quickline have an internal recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from any source other than directly from a candidate via our Applicant Tracking System ("ATS"). Any unsolicited CVs sent to Quickline, via the Quickline careers email address, directly to Quickline employees or managers, will be considered Quickline property and Quickline are free to contact those prospective candidates directly with zero financial repercussions. For further information refer to our careers page. Please note: You must have the right to work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
Senior Category Manager - IT & Telecommunications We're Quickline, and we believe everyone deserves great internet. Whoever you are, wherever you are and whatever you do online - our customers are at the heart of everything we do. So we're on a mission to provide lightning fast, reliable broadband that reaches the places other providers leave behind. Our mission relies on a team full of inspiring, customer obsessed people, ande're looking for a Senior Category Manager with extensive procurement and category management experience to lead our technology sourcing strategy, strengthen supplier performance and deliver greater commercial value across a complex portfolio. Could that be you? This is an opportunity to own a strategically important spend portfolio, build influential supplier partnerships and drive commercial outcomes that directly support Quickline's future ambitions. If that sounds like your kind of challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Here's why you'll love this role - Take ownership of Quickline's IT and Telecommunications category strategy, ensuring procurement decisions support our technology roadmap and wider business goals. - Shape and lead complex sourcing activities, from market analysis and tender exercises through to commercial negotiations and contract award. - Build strong relationships with strategic suppliers, driving performance, innovation and value across a critical technology portfolio. - Partner closely with senior leaders across Technology, Cyber Security, Infrastructure and Digital Transformation, becoming a trusted commercial advisor. - Play a key role in supporting Quickline's growth ambitions through cost optimisation, risk management and smarter technology investment. Here's why you'll be great in this role - Significant experience within procurement and category management, ideally across IT, telecommunications or technology-driven environments. - A proven track record of leading high-value negotiations and securing commercially beneficial outcomes. - Strong knowledge of software licensing, SaaS, cloud, telecoms and managed service commercial models. - Confidence influencing senior stakeholders and building credibility across multiple business functions. - Commercially minded, analytical and comfortable balancing value creation, supplier performance and risk management in a fast-paced environment. The benefits - Pension - 5% employer / 5% employee contribution. - Health Cashback Scheme - Can claim back prescription, GP and optician charges, therapy allowance, private outpatient consultations, EAP, 24/7 remote GP service, member discounts. - 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, your birthday, house move and wedding day off. - Option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days annual leave - Enhanced Paternity/Maternity/Adoption leave - Life Assurance - High Street Shopping Discount Scheme - Holidays, food and drink, insurance, sport, tech, high street, Ikea, M&S, cinema etc. - Free Parking on site. - Regular 'Lunch & Learns' - Social Events - Summer and End of Year parties etc. - Core Value Awards - Regular opportunities to win! Note to agencies - Quickline have an internal recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from any source other than directly from a candidate via our Applicant Tracking System ("ATS"). Any unsolicited CVs sent to Quickline, via the Quickline careers email address, directly to Quickline employees or managers, will be considered Quickline property and Quickline are free to contact those prospective candidates directly with zero financial repercussions. For further information refer to our careers page. Please note: You must have the right to work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role
Location: Crawley, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. CATEGORY MANAGER Travel, Events, HR & Communications Crawley - Hybrid working module Role Overview This role is responsible for implementing Group category strategies across Thales UK and maximising value from a diverse supplier base. The position has a strong emphasis on supplier relationship management, supplier performance, stakeholder engagement, cost savings delivery and supply base optimisation. The successful candidate will act as the commercial owner of strategic supplier relationships and drive measurable business outcomes. Key Responsibilities • Act as the commercial owner for key strategic suppliers, leading governance, executive reviews and performance management processes. • Deliver annual cost savings and value targets through commercial negotiations, supplier performance improvements and demand management initiatives. • Drive supplier accountability through KPI management, continuous improvement plans and robust governance. • Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and act as the lead procurement advisor for assigned categories. • Implement Group category strategies within the UK business while ensuring local requirements are represented. • Optimise the supplier landscape through supplier consolidation and rationalisation. • Lead sourcing, renewals and tendering activities where required. • Identify and mitigate commercial, operational and supply chain risks. Skills & Experience • Significant experience managing strategic suppliers and complex service-based contracts. • Proven track record delivering cost savings and commercial value. • Extensive experience of supplier governance and performance improvement programmes. • Strong senior stakeholder management and influencing capability. • Experience managing supply base optimisation initiatives. • Excellent commercial, analytical and negotiation skills. • CIPS qualification or equivalent experience desirable. Core Benefits: On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes; • Performance-related bonus • Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 13:00 • 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) plus opportunity to buy up to 40 hours/year (pro rata) • 24 hours volunteering paid for • Private healthcare (grade dependent) • Pension scheme • Life cover24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app • Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers • Gym membership discounts • You can read about some of our other benefits here: UK benefits Thales Group Connect with Fiona Tal, Talent Acquisition Partner who is eager to explore together with you this exciting opportunity. Security Clearance Requirement: Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years' residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance: . At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future!
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
Location: Crawley, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. CATEGORY MANAGER Travel, Events, HR & Communications Crawley - Hybrid working module Role Overview This role is responsible for implementing Group category strategies across Thales UK and maximising value from a diverse supplier base. The position has a strong emphasis on supplier relationship management, supplier performance, stakeholder engagement, cost savings delivery and supply base optimisation. The successful candidate will act as the commercial owner of strategic supplier relationships and drive measurable business outcomes. Key Responsibilities • Act as the commercial owner for key strategic suppliers, leading governance, executive reviews and performance management processes. • Deliver annual cost savings and value targets through commercial negotiations, supplier performance improvements and demand management initiatives. • Drive supplier accountability through KPI management, continuous improvement plans and robust governance. • Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and act as the lead procurement advisor for assigned categories. • Implement Group category strategies within the UK business while ensuring local requirements are represented. • Optimise the supplier landscape through supplier consolidation and rationalisation. • Lead sourcing, renewals and tendering activities where required. • Identify and mitigate commercial, operational and supply chain risks. Skills & Experience • Significant experience managing strategic suppliers and complex service-based contracts. • Proven track record delivering cost savings and commercial value. • Extensive experience of supplier governance and performance improvement programmes. • Strong senior stakeholder management and influencing capability. • Experience managing supply base optimisation initiatives. • Excellent commercial, analytical and negotiation skills. • CIPS qualification or equivalent experience desirable. Core Benefits: On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes; • Performance-related bonus • Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 13:00 • 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) plus opportunity to buy up to 40 hours/year (pro rata) • 24 hours volunteering paid for • Private healthcare (grade dependent) • Pension scheme • Life cover24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app • Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers • Gym membership discounts • You can read about some of our other benefits here: UK benefits Thales Group Connect with Fiona Tal, Talent Acquisition Partner who is eager to explore together with you this exciting opportunity. Security Clearance Requirement: Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years' residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance: . At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future!
You will oversee employment, wellbeing and recovery programmes that support people to improve their mental health, build financial resilience and access meaningful opportunities. A key priority will be leading high-quality, fidelity-based supported employment services, including Connect to Work - a nationally funded programme supporting people with health conditions, disabilities and other barriers to secure and sustain paid employment. You will ensure services meet quality standards and contractual requirements, deliver strong outcomes and continually improve. Working closely with our Business Development Team, senior leaders, commissioners and partners, you will identify and shape new opportunities across employment, wellbeing and mental health. You will use your expertise in service mobilisation, partnership development, contract management and change leadership to launch new services successfully and deliver against organisational and commissioner priorities. The role As Economic Inclusion Services Manager, you will lead and inspire a skilled team, build trusted partnerships and champion inclusive, community-led services. Combining strategic thinking with strong operational leadership, you will improve performance, encourage innovation and widen equitable opportunities for people experiencing mental health challenges. Created in response to significant growth across our employment and economic inclusion services, this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact. As a member of the Senior Management Team, you will work alongside the existing Economic Inclusion Services Manager and colleagues across Leeds Mind to shape the future of services that promote inclusion, wellbeing and recovery. You will also contribute to wider organisational priorities, including quality assurance, safeguarding, workforce development and service performance. This varied and influential role will suit someone who can strengthen practice, develop people and ensure our services continue to respond to the changing needs of the communities we serve. About you You will bring: Experience of leading employment services and/or fidelity-based models such as Supported Employment or Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Experience of delivering mental health and wellbeing services and working alongside marginalised communities or people experiencing vulnerability Strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk management, data protection and effective information sharing A proven track record of mobilising, delivering and closing contracts successfully Experience of developing services, managing performance and achieving key performance indicators Confidence operating at senior level and influencing a wide range of internal and external stakeholders Experience of building effective partnerships across public, voluntary and commercial sectors Strong report-writing and performance-analysis skills The ability to build cohesive teams and create a positive, inclusive service culture A clear commitment to living our values every day In return for your commitment and expertise, you'll get: Annual leave - 28 days plus 8 statutory holidays, rising to 31 days after 3 years' service Pension scheme - 3% employer contribution, 5% employee contribution, enhanced through salary exchange Supportive leave and flexible working policies, including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Death In Service at 3x your salary A monthly 'Wellbeing hour' 24/7 Mindful Employer Employee Assistance Programme & NHS Mental Health & Wellbeing Hub Values Spotlight - monthly recognition scheme Cycle to Work scheme Access to Simply Health cash plan Access to social care charity work discount schemes Mental and physical health activities timetable We've made significant progress in Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging in recent years, resulting in a diverse team. We are committed to maintaining strong representation in our workforce and always encourage applications from LGBTQIA+, culturally diverse, neurodivergent and disabled individuals within Leeds Mind.
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
You will oversee employment, wellbeing and recovery programmes that support people to improve their mental health, build financial resilience and access meaningful opportunities. A key priority will be leading high-quality, fidelity-based supported employment services, including Connect to Work - a nationally funded programme supporting people with health conditions, disabilities and other barriers to secure and sustain paid employment. You will ensure services meet quality standards and contractual requirements, deliver strong outcomes and continually improve. Working closely with our Business Development Team, senior leaders, commissioners and partners, you will identify and shape new opportunities across employment, wellbeing and mental health. You will use your expertise in service mobilisation, partnership development, contract management and change leadership to launch new services successfully and deliver against organisational and commissioner priorities. The role As Economic Inclusion Services Manager, you will lead and inspire a skilled team, build trusted partnerships and champion inclusive, community-led services. Combining strategic thinking with strong operational leadership, you will improve performance, encourage innovation and widen equitable opportunities for people experiencing mental health challenges. Created in response to significant growth across our employment and economic inclusion services, this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact. As a member of the Senior Management Team, you will work alongside the existing Economic Inclusion Services Manager and colleagues across Leeds Mind to shape the future of services that promote inclusion, wellbeing and recovery. You will also contribute to wider organisational priorities, including quality assurance, safeguarding, workforce development and service performance. This varied and influential role will suit someone who can strengthen practice, develop people and ensure our services continue to respond to the changing needs of the communities we serve. About you You will bring: Experience of leading employment services and/or fidelity-based models such as Supported Employment or Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Experience of delivering mental health and wellbeing services and working alongside marginalised communities or people experiencing vulnerability Strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk management, data protection and effective information sharing A proven track record of mobilising, delivering and closing contracts successfully Experience of developing services, managing performance and achieving key performance indicators Confidence operating at senior level and influencing a wide range of internal and external stakeholders Experience of building effective partnerships across public, voluntary and commercial sectors Strong report-writing and performance-analysis skills The ability to build cohesive teams and create a positive, inclusive service culture A clear commitment to living our values every day In return for your commitment and expertise, you'll get: Annual leave - 28 days plus 8 statutory holidays, rising to 31 days after 3 years' service Pension scheme - 3% employer contribution, 5% employee contribution, enhanced through salary exchange Supportive leave and flexible working policies, including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Death In Service at 3x your salary A monthly 'Wellbeing hour' 24/7 Mindful Employer Employee Assistance Programme & NHS Mental Health & Wellbeing Hub Values Spotlight - monthly recognition scheme Cycle to Work scheme Access to Simply Health cash plan Access to social care charity work discount schemes Mental and physical health activities timetable We've made significant progress in Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging in recent years, resulting in a diverse team. We are committed to maintaining strong representation in our workforce and always encourage applications from LGBTQIA+, culturally diverse, neurodivergent and disabled individuals within Leeds Mind.
We have a unique opportunity for a Senior Project/ Cost Manager to join our vibrant and dynamic Project and Cost Management Team, based in our Cardiff office, with an interest in furthering a career within one of the UK's leading law firms. Due to our continued success, we are seeking passionate commercial professionals who can provide our Clients with experience led advice and assist in the planni click apply for full job details
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
We have a unique opportunity for a Senior Project/ Cost Manager to join our vibrant and dynamic Project and Cost Management Team, based in our Cardiff office, with an interest in furthering a career within one of the UK's leading law firms. Due to our continued success, we are seeking passionate commercial professionals who can provide our Clients with experience led advice and assist in the planni click apply for full job details
What we're building Level Water exists to solve a problem that shouldn't exist: too many children with disabilities are still missing out on access to swimming. Our fundraising events are how we change that. We design and deliver some of the UK's most iconic open water swimming events - bold, logistically complex, community-driven experiences that generate unrestricted income to directly fund our programmes. We own these events end-to-end and run them with the same care, creativity, and commercial discipline as a business. This Events Manager (Maternity Cover) role sits right at the heart of that model. The opportunity This is a 10 month maternity cover for our Events Manager, covering a pivotal period in our events calendar. You'll take ownership of operational delivery of our 2027 event season , and play a key role in preparing the 2028 event cycle. This is a delivery-focused role - responsible for making events happen smoothly, safely, and to a high standard - while contributing operational insight into how the programme evolves. You'll be stepping into a well-established team, supported by strong systems, trusted suppliers, and an experienced senior team. We're a small, high-trust team. We move quickly, work independently, and make clear decisions. We don't do unnecessary process - but we care deeply about safety, quality, and experience. If you're excited by ownership, complexity, and responsibility, you'll thrive here. What you'll actually own 2027 event delivery 1. Flagship River Swims (supported delivery) Working alongside our Events Team, you'll help deliver defined workstreams across Level Water's flagship river swim events: Dart10k Bantham Swoosh & Boomerang Hurly Burly You'll take operational ownership of agreed areas across logistics, production, swimmer experience, and on-the-day delivery - acting as a calm, capable lead within a complex delivery environment. 2. Wild Swim Relay Series (full ownership) You will lead the end-to-end delivery of the Wild Swim Relay series. This includes working with the Events Team to: Manage logistics, equipment, and event setup Lead on-the-day delivery across multiple locations Act as the central coordination point for internal staff, the Volunteer Manager, and suppliers Manage live timelines and responding to issues in real time Make operational decisions within agreed safety and escalation frameworks Work closely with the Event Director to ensure safe and effective delivery Ensure a high-quality experience for swimmers, volunteers, and partners Sign-off all swimmer comms in the lead up to the event including Email sign-off and live webinar delivery You'll be accountable for delivery against agreed budgets, safety standards, and participant experience goals. 2028 event preparation & ticket launches From April 2027, you'll also support the preparation and execution of the 2028 event season. This includes working with the Events Team: Coordinate permissions with key stakeholders Support event setup across systems Check participant journeys, pricing structures, and add-ons Ensure data accuracy and readiness ahead of launch Feed operational insight into timelines and delivery Work alongside the Marketing team to ensure event information is accurate, clear, and ready for participant communications You'll play a key role in ensuring continuity between delivery and future planning, while strategic direction and final decision-making sit with senior leadership. Team leadership & collaboration Coordinate delivery teams across events Support the Volunteer Manager and wider delivery teams Work closely with senior leadership on key areas such as permissions, risk, and partnerships Be hands-on when needed - including build, pack-down, and logistics How this role fits This role sits within a developing team structure. This role reports to our Event Director. It is focused on delivery and coordination , rather than overall ownership of events strategy or portfolio direction. Who this role is for We're looking for an experienced Events Manager who is comfortable operating with high autonomy and accountability. You will: Plan thoroughly and deliver calmly under pressure Communicate clearly with a wide range of stakeholders Take pride in safe, well-run, high-quality events Hold multiple workstreams without losing grip on detail Make sound decisions in live environments Take ownership and follow things through Experience delivering mass participation events is essential. Experience with outdoor swimming events (swimming or triathlon) is highly beneficial. You'll thrive here if You want full ownership of complex event delivery You're confident making decisions without waiting for layers of sign-off You enjoy working in a small, high-trust team You stay calm, clear-headed, and solutions-focused when plans change You take pride in the details that shape participant experience You're motivated by events that directly fund real impact Why Level Water? Our values - Bold, Driven, Personal, and Joyful - are at the heart of this role. You'll be trusted with real responsibility, supported to deliver at a high level, and part of a team building something ambitious. You'll see the impact of your work directly - in the events you deliver and the children those events support. How to apply We want to hear from you in whatever way best shows us who you are and how you think. Get creative. We really want to get a feel for your personality and style. A traditional CV and cover letter? Great. A video introduction? Awesome. Whatever format helps you shine and show us who you are. Here's what we'd love to know: What would you consider to be some of the key milestones in delivering a Wild Swim Relay event? What interests you about working with Level Water, and how would you bring Level Water 'vibe' to onsite event delivery? We're interested in your approach, your ideas and what matters to you.
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
What we're building Level Water exists to solve a problem that shouldn't exist: too many children with disabilities are still missing out on access to swimming. Our fundraising events are how we change that. We design and deliver some of the UK's most iconic open water swimming events - bold, logistically complex, community-driven experiences that generate unrestricted income to directly fund our programmes. We own these events end-to-end and run them with the same care, creativity, and commercial discipline as a business. This Events Manager (Maternity Cover) role sits right at the heart of that model. The opportunity This is a 10 month maternity cover for our Events Manager, covering a pivotal period in our events calendar. You'll take ownership of operational delivery of our 2027 event season , and play a key role in preparing the 2028 event cycle. This is a delivery-focused role - responsible for making events happen smoothly, safely, and to a high standard - while contributing operational insight into how the programme evolves. You'll be stepping into a well-established team, supported by strong systems, trusted suppliers, and an experienced senior team. We're a small, high-trust team. We move quickly, work independently, and make clear decisions. We don't do unnecessary process - but we care deeply about safety, quality, and experience. If you're excited by ownership, complexity, and responsibility, you'll thrive here. What you'll actually own 2027 event delivery 1. Flagship River Swims (supported delivery) Working alongside our Events Team, you'll help deliver defined workstreams across Level Water's flagship river swim events: Dart10k Bantham Swoosh & Boomerang Hurly Burly You'll take operational ownership of agreed areas across logistics, production, swimmer experience, and on-the-day delivery - acting as a calm, capable lead within a complex delivery environment. 2. Wild Swim Relay Series (full ownership) You will lead the end-to-end delivery of the Wild Swim Relay series. This includes working with the Events Team to: Manage logistics, equipment, and event setup Lead on-the-day delivery across multiple locations Act as the central coordination point for internal staff, the Volunteer Manager, and suppliers Manage live timelines and responding to issues in real time Make operational decisions within agreed safety and escalation frameworks Work closely with the Event Director to ensure safe and effective delivery Ensure a high-quality experience for swimmers, volunteers, and partners Sign-off all swimmer comms in the lead up to the event including Email sign-off and live webinar delivery You'll be accountable for delivery against agreed budgets, safety standards, and participant experience goals. 2028 event preparation & ticket launches From April 2027, you'll also support the preparation and execution of the 2028 event season. This includes working with the Events Team: Coordinate permissions with key stakeholders Support event setup across systems Check participant journeys, pricing structures, and add-ons Ensure data accuracy and readiness ahead of launch Feed operational insight into timelines and delivery Work alongside the Marketing team to ensure event information is accurate, clear, and ready for participant communications You'll play a key role in ensuring continuity between delivery and future planning, while strategic direction and final decision-making sit with senior leadership. Team leadership & collaboration Coordinate delivery teams across events Support the Volunteer Manager and wider delivery teams Work closely with senior leadership on key areas such as permissions, risk, and partnerships Be hands-on when needed - including build, pack-down, and logistics How this role fits This role sits within a developing team structure. This role reports to our Event Director. It is focused on delivery and coordination , rather than overall ownership of events strategy or portfolio direction. Who this role is for We're looking for an experienced Events Manager who is comfortable operating with high autonomy and accountability. You will: Plan thoroughly and deliver calmly under pressure Communicate clearly with a wide range of stakeholders Take pride in safe, well-run, high-quality events Hold multiple workstreams without losing grip on detail Make sound decisions in live environments Take ownership and follow things through Experience delivering mass participation events is essential. Experience with outdoor swimming events (swimming or triathlon) is highly beneficial. You'll thrive here if You want full ownership of complex event delivery You're confident making decisions without waiting for layers of sign-off You enjoy working in a small, high-trust team You stay calm, clear-headed, and solutions-focused when plans change You take pride in the details that shape participant experience You're motivated by events that directly fund real impact Why Level Water? Our values - Bold, Driven, Personal, and Joyful - are at the heart of this role. You'll be trusted with real responsibility, supported to deliver at a high level, and part of a team building something ambitious. You'll see the impact of your work directly - in the events you deliver and the children those events support. How to apply We want to hear from you in whatever way best shows us who you are and how you think. Get creative. We really want to get a feel for your personality and style. A traditional CV and cover letter? Great. A video introduction? Awesome. Whatever format helps you shine and show us who you are. Here's what we'd love to know: What would you consider to be some of the key milestones in delivering a Wild Swim Relay event? What interests you about working with Level Water, and how would you bring Level Water 'vibe' to onsite event delivery? We're interested in your approach, your ideas and what matters to you.
General Store Manager High-Volume Retail Home Counties Up to 60,000 + Bonus Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment is partnering with a leading UK retailer to recruit a General Store Manager for a high-volume store in the Home Counties. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced retail leader who thrives in a fast-paced, commercially focused environment. You'll take full accountability for the store, leading a significant team and management structure while driving sales, customer experience, operational standards and people performance. Key responsibilities include: Driving sales, profitability, productivity and commercial KPIs Leading a high-volume operation while maintaining strong customer and brand standards Creating an excellent customer experience Leading, coaching and developing a large team and management structure Building a strong talent pipeline and succession plan Managing P&L, payroll and operational costs Driving stock, visual and operational standards Using trading data and customer insight to identify opportunities and take action Leading effectively through peak trading, change and competing priorities Partnering with senior leadership on wider business initiatives About You We're looking for an experienced General Store Manager, Store Manager or Senior Retail Leader with a strong background in fashion, supermarket, big-box or another high-volume, customer-led retail environment. You'll bring: Strong experience within a high-volume retail environment Experience leading large teams and management structures A strong commercial track record across sales, profitability and productivity Experience managing significant P&L, payroll and operational costs Excellent people leadership and a passion for developing talent Strong commercial judgement and the ability to turn data into action The resilience, pace and presence to lead at scale What's on offer? Up to 60,000 + competitive bonus Senior leadership responsibility within a high-volume store Genuine progression opportunities Leadership development and long-term career growth The opportunity to make a significant commercial and people impact If you're an experienced retail leader with a strong commercial mindset and enjoy combining sales, customer experience, people and operational performance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today. BBBH37456
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
General Store Manager High-Volume Retail Home Counties Up to 60,000 + Bonus Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment is partnering with a leading UK retailer to recruit a General Store Manager for a high-volume store in the Home Counties. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced retail leader who thrives in a fast-paced, commercially focused environment. You'll take full accountability for the store, leading a significant team and management structure while driving sales, customer experience, operational standards and people performance. Key responsibilities include: Driving sales, profitability, productivity and commercial KPIs Leading a high-volume operation while maintaining strong customer and brand standards Creating an excellent customer experience Leading, coaching and developing a large team and management structure Building a strong talent pipeline and succession plan Managing P&L, payroll and operational costs Driving stock, visual and operational standards Using trading data and customer insight to identify opportunities and take action Leading effectively through peak trading, change and competing priorities Partnering with senior leadership on wider business initiatives About You We're looking for an experienced General Store Manager, Store Manager or Senior Retail Leader with a strong background in fashion, supermarket, big-box or another high-volume, customer-led retail environment. You'll bring: Strong experience within a high-volume retail environment Experience leading large teams and management structures A strong commercial track record across sales, profitability and productivity Experience managing significant P&L, payroll and operational costs Excellent people leadership and a passion for developing talent Strong commercial judgement and the ability to turn data into action The resilience, pace and presence to lead at scale What's on offer? Up to 60,000 + competitive bonus Senior leadership responsibility within a high-volume store Genuine progression opportunities Leadership development and long-term career growth The opportunity to make a significant commercial and people impact If you're an experienced retail leader with a strong commercial mindset and enjoy combining sales, customer experience, people and operational performance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today. BBBH37456
General Store Manager High-Volume Retail Home Counties Up to 60,000 + Bonus Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment is partnering with a leading UK retailer to recruit a General Store Manager for a high-volume store in the Home Counties. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced retail leader who thrives in a fast-paced, commercially focused environment. You'll take full accountability for the store, leading a significant team and management structure while driving sales, customer experience, operational standards and people performance. Key responsibilities include: Driving sales, profitability, productivity and commercial KPIs Leading a high-volume operation while maintaining strong customer and brand standards Creating an excellent customer experience Leading, coaching and developing a large team and management structure Building a strong talent pipeline and succession plan Managing P&L, payroll and operational costs Driving stock, visual and operational standards Using trading data and customer insight to identify opportunities and take action Leading effectively through peak trading, change and competing priorities Partnering with senior leadership on wider business initiatives About You We're looking for an experienced General Store Manager, Store Manager or Senior Retail Leader with a strong background in fashion, supermarket, big-box or another high-volume, customer-led retail environment. You'll bring: Strong experience within a high-volume retail environment Experience leading large teams and management structures A strong commercial track record across sales, profitability and productivity Experience managing significant P&L, payroll and operational costs Excellent people leadership and a passion for developing talent Strong commercial judgement and the ability to turn data into action The resilience, pace and presence to lead at scale What's on offer? Up to 60,000 + competitive bonus Senior leadership responsibility within a high-volume store Genuine progression opportunities Leadership development and long-term career growth The opportunity to make a significant commercial and people impact If you're an experienced retail leader with a strong commercial mindset and enjoy combining sales, customer experience, people and operational performance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today. BBBH37456
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
General Store Manager High-Volume Retail Home Counties Up to 60,000 + Bonus Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment is partnering with a leading UK retailer to recruit a General Store Manager for a high-volume store in the Home Counties. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced retail leader who thrives in a fast-paced, commercially focused environment. You'll take full accountability for the store, leading a significant team and management structure while driving sales, customer experience, operational standards and people performance. Key responsibilities include: Driving sales, profitability, productivity and commercial KPIs Leading a high-volume operation while maintaining strong customer and brand standards Creating an excellent customer experience Leading, coaching and developing a large team and management structure Building a strong talent pipeline and succession plan Managing P&L, payroll and operational costs Driving stock, visual and operational standards Using trading data and customer insight to identify opportunities and take action Leading effectively through peak trading, change and competing priorities Partnering with senior leadership on wider business initiatives About You We're looking for an experienced General Store Manager, Store Manager or Senior Retail Leader with a strong background in fashion, supermarket, big-box or another high-volume, customer-led retail environment. You'll bring: Strong experience within a high-volume retail environment Experience leading large teams and management structures A strong commercial track record across sales, profitability and productivity Experience managing significant P&L, payroll and operational costs Excellent people leadership and a passion for developing talent Strong commercial judgement and the ability to turn data into action The resilience, pace and presence to lead at scale What's on offer? Up to 60,000 + competitive bonus Senior leadership responsibility within a high-volume store Genuine progression opportunities Leadership development and long-term career growth The opportunity to make a significant commercial and people impact If you're an experienced retail leader with a strong commercial mindset and enjoy combining sales, customer experience, people and operational performance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today. BBBH37456
Job Description £60,000-£70,000 + Car Allowance Permanent Rochdale Office Based with Site Visits Ready to take the next step from Senior Quantity Surveyor into Commercial Management? ALF Recruit is exclusively partnering with an ambitious, growing construction business in Rochdale to recruit a Commercial Manager click apply for full job details
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
Job Description £60,000-£70,000 + Car Allowance Permanent Rochdale Office Based with Site Visits Ready to take the next step from Senior Quantity Surveyor into Commercial Management? ALF Recruit is exclusively partnering with an ambitious, growing construction business in Rochdale to recruit a Commercial Manager click apply for full job details
General Store Manager High-Volume Retail Aberystwyth Up to 55,000 + Bonus Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment is partnering with a leading UK retailer to recruit a General Store Manager for a high-volume store in Aberystwyth. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced retail leader who thrives in a fast-paced, commercially focused environment. You'll take full accountability for the store, leading a significant team and management structure while driving sales, customer experience, operational standards and people performance. Key responsibilities include: Driving sales, profitability, productivity and commercial KPIs Leading a high-volume operation while maintaining strong customer and brand standards Creating an excellent customer experience Leading, coaching and developing a large team and management structure Building a strong talent pipeline and succession plan Managing P&L, payroll and operational costs Driving stock, visual and operational standards Using trading data and customer insight to identify opportunities and take action Leading effectively through peak trading, change and competing priorities Partnering with senior leadership on wider business initiatives About You We're looking for an experienced General Store Manager, Store Manager or Senior Retail Leader with a strong background in fashion, supermarket, big-box or another high-volume, customer-led retail environment. You'll bring: Strong experience within a high-volume retail environment Experience leading large teams and management structures A strong commercial track record across sales, profitability and productivity Experience managing significant P&L, payroll and operational costs Excellent people leadership and a passion for developing talent Strong commercial judgement and the ability to turn data into action The resilience, pace and presence to lead at scale What's on offer? Up to 55,000 + competitive bonus Senior leadership responsibility within a high-volume store Genuine progression opportunities Leadership development and long-term career growth The opportunity to make a significant commercial and people impact within the local community If you're an experienced retail leader with a strong commercial mindset and enjoy combining sales, customer experience, people and operational performance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today. BBBH37460
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
General Store Manager High-Volume Retail Aberystwyth Up to 55,000 + Bonus Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment is partnering with a leading UK retailer to recruit a General Store Manager for a high-volume store in Aberystwyth. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced retail leader who thrives in a fast-paced, commercially focused environment. You'll take full accountability for the store, leading a significant team and management structure while driving sales, customer experience, operational standards and people performance. Key responsibilities include: Driving sales, profitability, productivity and commercial KPIs Leading a high-volume operation while maintaining strong customer and brand standards Creating an excellent customer experience Leading, coaching and developing a large team and management structure Building a strong talent pipeline and succession plan Managing P&L, payroll and operational costs Driving stock, visual and operational standards Using trading data and customer insight to identify opportunities and take action Leading effectively through peak trading, change and competing priorities Partnering with senior leadership on wider business initiatives About You We're looking for an experienced General Store Manager, Store Manager or Senior Retail Leader with a strong background in fashion, supermarket, big-box or another high-volume, customer-led retail environment. You'll bring: Strong experience within a high-volume retail environment Experience leading large teams and management structures A strong commercial track record across sales, profitability and productivity Experience managing significant P&L, payroll and operational costs Excellent people leadership and a passion for developing talent Strong commercial judgement and the ability to turn data into action The resilience, pace and presence to lead at scale What's on offer? Up to 55,000 + competitive bonus Senior leadership responsibility within a high-volume store Genuine progression opportunities Leadership development and long-term career growth The opportunity to make a significant commercial and people impact within the local community If you're an experienced retail leader with a strong commercial mindset and enjoy combining sales, customer experience, people and operational performance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today. BBBH37460
General Store Manager Flagship Store Leading UK Retailer Doncaster Salary: Up to 60,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment is proud to be partnering with one of the UK's leading retail businesses to recruit an exceptional General Store Manager for a flagship Doncaster store. This is a high-profile opportunity for an accomplished retail leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume and commercially demanding environment. You'll take full ownership of a complex operation, leading a large team while driving commercial performance, operational excellence and an outstanding customer experience. We're looking for a resilient, energetic and commercially focused leader who is comfortable working at pace, managing complexity and making confident decisions in a constantly changing environment. The Opportunity As General Store Manager, you'll have full accountability for the store, leading a sizeable management and colleague population and setting the standard for performance across the operation. You'll be responsible for sales, profitability, productivity, customer experience, operational standards and people development. You'll need the leadership presence and resilience to manage competing priorities while keeping your team focused, engaged and delivering results. Key Responsibilities Lead, inspire and develop a large management and colleague team. Take full ownership of store sales, profitability, productivity and key KPIs. Drive operational excellence across stock, availability, compliance, health & safety and customer experience. Build a high-performance culture through coaching, accountability and succession planning. Analyse performance and use data to identify opportunities and drive results. Manage labour, payroll and operational costs effectively. Lead through change and maintain standards during periods of high volume and intense trading. Partner with senior leadership to deliver strategic initiatives and wider business objectives. About You You'll be an experienced General Store Manager, Store Manager, Operations Manager or Senior Retail Manager with a proven track record in a high-volume retail environment. You'll bring: Experience leading large teams and complex retail operations. Strong commercial and P&L experience with a track record of delivering results. The resilience and pace to thrive in a demanding, fast-moving environment. Excellent leadership, communication and decision-making skills. A strong focus on customer experience, operational standards and people development. The confidence to lead through change and influence at all levels. We welcome applications from leaders across supermarkets, fashion, department stores, DIY, home improvement, homeware, automotive, hospitality and other large-scale retail operations. What's in it for You? Salary up to 60,000 + competitive bonus Opportunity to lead a flagship Doncaster operation. Genuine career progression within a leading UK retailer. Investment in leadership development and long-term career growth. The opportunity to make a significant impact within a high-profile, high-volume operation. If you're a resilient, commercially driven retail leader who thrives on pace, volume and accountability, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your leadership career. BBBH37461
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
General Store Manager Flagship Store Leading UK Retailer Doncaster Salary: Up to 60,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment is proud to be partnering with one of the UK's leading retail businesses to recruit an exceptional General Store Manager for a flagship Doncaster store. This is a high-profile opportunity for an accomplished retail leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume and commercially demanding environment. You'll take full ownership of a complex operation, leading a large team while driving commercial performance, operational excellence and an outstanding customer experience. We're looking for a resilient, energetic and commercially focused leader who is comfortable working at pace, managing complexity and making confident decisions in a constantly changing environment. The Opportunity As General Store Manager, you'll have full accountability for the store, leading a sizeable management and colleague population and setting the standard for performance across the operation. You'll be responsible for sales, profitability, productivity, customer experience, operational standards and people development. You'll need the leadership presence and resilience to manage competing priorities while keeping your team focused, engaged and delivering results. Key Responsibilities Lead, inspire and develop a large management and colleague team. Take full ownership of store sales, profitability, productivity and key KPIs. Drive operational excellence across stock, availability, compliance, health & safety and customer experience. Build a high-performance culture through coaching, accountability and succession planning. Analyse performance and use data to identify opportunities and drive results. Manage labour, payroll and operational costs effectively. Lead through change and maintain standards during periods of high volume and intense trading. Partner with senior leadership to deliver strategic initiatives and wider business objectives. About You You'll be an experienced General Store Manager, Store Manager, Operations Manager or Senior Retail Manager with a proven track record in a high-volume retail environment. You'll bring: Experience leading large teams and complex retail operations. Strong commercial and P&L experience with a track record of delivering results. The resilience and pace to thrive in a demanding, fast-moving environment. Excellent leadership, communication and decision-making skills. A strong focus on customer experience, operational standards and people development. The confidence to lead through change and influence at all levels. We welcome applications from leaders across supermarkets, fashion, department stores, DIY, home improvement, homeware, automotive, hospitality and other large-scale retail operations. What's in it for You? Salary up to 60,000 + competitive bonus Opportunity to lead a flagship Doncaster operation. Genuine career progression within a leading UK retailer. Investment in leadership development and long-term career growth. The opportunity to make a significant impact within a high-profile, high-volume operation. If you're a resilient, commercially driven retail leader who thrives on pace, volume and accountability, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your leadership career. BBBH37461
General Store Manager High-Volume Retail Home Counties Up to 60,000 + Bonus Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment is partnering with a leading UK retailer to recruit a General Store Manager for a high-volume store in the Home Counties. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced retail leader who thrives in a fast-paced, commercially focused environment. You'll take full accountability for the store, leading a significant team and management structure while driving sales, customer experience, operational standards and people performance. Key responsibilities include: Driving sales, profitability, productivity and commercial KPIs Leading a high-volume operation while maintaining strong customer and brand standards Creating an excellent customer experience Leading, coaching and developing a large team and management structure Building a strong talent pipeline and succession plan Managing P&L, payroll and operational costs Driving stock, visual and operational standards Using trading data and customer insight to identify opportunities and take action Leading effectively through peak trading, change and competing priorities Partnering with senior leadership on wider business initiatives About You We're looking for an experienced General Store Manager, Store Manager or Senior Retail Leader with a strong background in fashion, supermarket, big-box or another high-volume, customer-led retail environment. You'll bring: Strong experience within a high-volume retail environment Experience leading large teams and management structures A strong commercial track record across sales, profitability and productivity Experience managing significant P&L, payroll and operational costs Excellent people leadership and a passion for developing talent Strong commercial judgement and the ability to turn data into action The resilience, pace and presence to lead at scale What's on offer? Up to 60,000 + competitive bonus Senior leadership responsibility within a high-volume store Genuine progression opportunities Leadership development and long-term career growth The opportunity to make a significant commercial and people impact If you're an experienced retail leader with a strong commercial mindset and enjoy combining sales, customer experience, people and operational performance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today. BBBH37456
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
General Store Manager High-Volume Retail Home Counties Up to 60,000 + Bonus Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment is partnering with a leading UK retailer to recruit a General Store Manager for a high-volume store in the Home Counties. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced retail leader who thrives in a fast-paced, commercially focused environment. You'll take full accountability for the store, leading a significant team and management structure while driving sales, customer experience, operational standards and people performance. Key responsibilities include: Driving sales, profitability, productivity and commercial KPIs Leading a high-volume operation while maintaining strong customer and brand standards Creating an excellent customer experience Leading, coaching and developing a large team and management structure Building a strong talent pipeline and succession plan Managing P&L, payroll and operational costs Driving stock, visual and operational standards Using trading data and customer insight to identify opportunities and take action Leading effectively through peak trading, change and competing priorities Partnering with senior leadership on wider business initiatives About You We're looking for an experienced General Store Manager, Store Manager or Senior Retail Leader with a strong background in fashion, supermarket, big-box or another high-volume, customer-led retail environment. You'll bring: Strong experience within a high-volume retail environment Experience leading large teams and management structures A strong commercial track record across sales, profitability and productivity Experience managing significant P&L, payroll and operational costs Excellent people leadership and a passion for developing talent Strong commercial judgement and the ability to turn data into action The resilience, pace and presence to lead at scale What's on offer? Up to 60,000 + competitive bonus Senior leadership responsibility within a high-volume store Genuine progression opportunities Leadership development and long-term career growth The opportunity to make a significant commercial and people impact If you're an experienced retail leader with a strong commercial mindset and enjoy combining sales, customer experience, people and operational performance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today. BBBH37456
Marketing Analytics Manager 6-Month Contract Oxfordshire (Hybrid) Ever looked at a dashboard and thought, "I could make this so much better"? This is your moment. Our client is a global academic publisher and part of a FTSE 100 group, producing the peer-reviewed books and journals that move the world's thinking forward. Behind every great marketing decision there is data, and they need a sharp, curious analyst to help their Marketing team turn numbers into wins. This is six months of high-impact, highly visible work. You won't be buried in a backlog. You'll own your own projects, shape how a global marketing team makes decisions, and leave behind dashboards and insight that people actually use . It's the kind of contract that looks brilliant on a CV. What you'll be getting stuck into Building reporting people love. You'll design and optimise marketing dashboards (hello, Power BI) that let marketers answer their own questions with confidence. Telling the story behind the numbers. You'll turn campaign, channel and customer data into clear recommendations, then present them to stakeholders who'll act on them. Running experiments. You'll support A/B testing that lifts conversion and engagement. Real tests with real results. Digging into the good stuff. You'll work on campaign tracking, benchmarking and goal-setting, customer behaviour and segmentation. Levelling up the team. You'll create in-house training so marketers can analyse their own campaigns. Getting the foundations right. You'll work with Technology and fellow analytics teams to source, integrate and quality-check the data that powers it all. You'll love this if you Get genuinely excited when you spot a pattern nobody else has Are highly numerate and can make advanced Excel do things others didn't know it could Know your way around SQL, Google Analytics (advanced) and data visualisation, ideally Power BI Have worked with marketing, customer and sales data Have hands-on A/B testing experience and some wider statistical modelling know-how Can explain a complex insight to anyone, from a campaign exec to a senior leader, and make them care Think commercially and love seeing your work drive real results Bonus points for any of these: Alteryx, Python, R, BigQuery, Marketing Cloud, Sprinklr, Contentsquare or Google Tag Manager. The good stuff Hybrid working: 3 days a week in the Milton Park office, the rest wherever you work best 25 days' annual leave plus your birthday off 3 extra days off over the festive season 4 paid volunteering days Private medical insurance, an employee assistance programme, and life, optical and medical cover Pension scheme and a share plan that gives you two free shares for every one you buy A genuinely flexible, collaborative culture inside one of the UK's biggest knowledge businesses The details Contract: 6-month fixed term, full-time Location: Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire (hybrid, 3 days on-site). You'll need to be within a commutable distance. Salary: up to 55k Six months. Big impact. A team that will genuinely value what you bring. Apply now , before someone else spots this pattern first.
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
Marketing Analytics Manager 6-Month Contract Oxfordshire (Hybrid) Ever looked at a dashboard and thought, "I could make this so much better"? This is your moment. Our client is a global academic publisher and part of a FTSE 100 group, producing the peer-reviewed books and journals that move the world's thinking forward. Behind every great marketing decision there is data, and they need a sharp, curious analyst to help their Marketing team turn numbers into wins. This is six months of high-impact, highly visible work. You won't be buried in a backlog. You'll own your own projects, shape how a global marketing team makes decisions, and leave behind dashboards and insight that people actually use . It's the kind of contract that looks brilliant on a CV. What you'll be getting stuck into Building reporting people love. You'll design and optimise marketing dashboards (hello, Power BI) that let marketers answer their own questions with confidence. Telling the story behind the numbers. You'll turn campaign, channel and customer data into clear recommendations, then present them to stakeholders who'll act on them. Running experiments. You'll support A/B testing that lifts conversion and engagement. Real tests with real results. Digging into the good stuff. You'll work on campaign tracking, benchmarking and goal-setting, customer behaviour and segmentation. Levelling up the team. You'll create in-house training so marketers can analyse their own campaigns. Getting the foundations right. You'll work with Technology and fellow analytics teams to source, integrate and quality-check the data that powers it all. You'll love this if you Get genuinely excited when you spot a pattern nobody else has Are highly numerate and can make advanced Excel do things others didn't know it could Know your way around SQL, Google Analytics (advanced) and data visualisation, ideally Power BI Have worked with marketing, customer and sales data Have hands-on A/B testing experience and some wider statistical modelling know-how Can explain a complex insight to anyone, from a campaign exec to a senior leader, and make them care Think commercially and love seeing your work drive real results Bonus points for any of these: Alteryx, Python, R, BigQuery, Marketing Cloud, Sprinklr, Contentsquare or Google Tag Manager. The good stuff Hybrid working: 3 days a week in the Milton Park office, the rest wherever you work best 25 days' annual leave plus your birthday off 3 extra days off over the festive season 4 paid volunteering days Private medical insurance, an employee assistance programme, and life, optical and medical cover Pension scheme and a share plan that gives you two free shares for every one you buy A genuinely flexible, collaborative culture inside one of the UK's biggest knowledge businesses The details Contract: 6-month fixed term, full-time Location: Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire (hybrid, 3 days on-site). You'll need to be within a commutable distance. Salary: up to 55k Six months. Big impact. A team that will genuinely value what you bring. Apply now , before someone else spots this pattern first.
Job Tittle: IT Sourcing Manager / IT Procurement Manager Location: Birmingham, Bristol, Chester, Belfast, Edinburgh, Halifax, Leeds, London or Manchester Working pattern: Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office at any location Contract: Initial 6 months Day rate: Circa £682 per day (Inside IR35) or Annual Salary: Circa £70,929 - £101,000 About the role We are seeking an experienced IT Sourcing Manager / IT Procurement Manager to join the IT sourcing function of a leading UK banking organisation on an initial six-month contract. This role will focus primarily on software and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) sourcing, enterprise software licensing, contract renewals and commercial negotiations. You will take ownership of end-to-end sourcing activities, working closely with technology and business stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier engagement and deliver commercially sound outcomes. Candidate will be comfortable with IT Lead and support complex IT sourcing and commercial activity, working with Technology, business stakeholders and suppliers to deliver competitive, commercially robust outcomes within sourcing, risk and governance requirements Essential experience and skills Experience in IT sourcing, IT procurement or strategic technology procurement. Proven experience sourcing software, SaaS solutions, enterprise software licences or other IT technology services. Demonstrable experience managing the full sourcing lifecycle, including sourcing strategy, RFP/RFQ, supplier evaluation, commercial negotiation and contract award. Strong experience managing software contract renewals and negotiating commercial terms with technology suppliers. Experience managing complex sourcing projects and contracts, including renewals in the multi-million-pound range. Strong commercial and analytical skills, including the ability to challenge supplier pricing and assess the value of commercial proposals. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience working across technology, legal, finance and risk functions. The ability to manage multiple priorities, plan ahead and deliver sourcing activities independently. Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain commercial recommendations and their rationale to senior stakeholders Key responsibilities Own and manage the end-to-end IT sourcing lifecycle, from initial business requirements and sourcing strategy through to supplier selection, negotiation, approvals and contract award. Lead sourcing activities for SaaS solutions, enterprise software, software licensing and legacy software agreements. Manage existing software contract renewals and new sourcing requirements. Develop and execute RFP/RFQ processes, evaluate supplier proposals and lead commercial negotiations. Challenge supplier pricing, assess commercial models and identify opportunities to improve value. Undertake pricing analysis, market benchmarking and total cost of ownership (TCO) assessments where appropriate. Work collaboratively with technology, legal, finance, risk and other business stakeholders to ensure sourcing decisions meet commercial and governance requirements. Prepare and present sourcing strategies, recommendations and commercial outcomes to senior stakeholders and executive audiences. Manage a pipeline of sourcing projects, ensuring activities, renewals, milestones and deadlines are planned and delivered effectively. Maintain a strong understanding of supplier proposals, contract terms and market competitiveness to support informed sourcing decisions. Desirable experience Experience within financial services or another regulated organisation. Exposure to IT infrastructure sourcing alongside software procurement. Experience with total cost of ownership analysis, software licensing models and market benchmarking. Familiarity with enterprise sourcing tools, including Ivalua or similar platforms. Experience negotiating with large enterprise software suppliers. Why Join Us? Join a leading UK banking organisation where you'll have the opportunity to influence strategic technology sourcing decisions, lead high-value commercial negotiations and deliver measurable value across a complex IT and software supplier landscape. You'll work with senior stakeholders across Technology, Legal, Finance and Risk, helping shape sourcing strategies, optimise supplier relationships and drive commercial excellence. the opportunity to make an impact within a major financial services environment, this is an excellent opportunity to showcase your expertise and contribute to high-profile sourcing initiatives. 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 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.
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
Job Tittle: IT Sourcing Manager / IT Procurement Manager Location: Birmingham, Bristol, Chester, Belfast, Edinburgh, Halifax, Leeds, London or Manchester Working pattern: Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office at any location Contract: Initial 6 months Day rate: Circa £682 per day (Inside IR35) or Annual Salary: Circa £70,929 - £101,000 About the role We are seeking an experienced IT Sourcing Manager / IT Procurement Manager to join the IT sourcing function of a leading UK banking organisation on an initial six-month contract. This role will focus primarily on software and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) sourcing, enterprise software licensing, contract renewals and commercial negotiations. You will take ownership of end-to-end sourcing activities, working closely with technology and business stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier engagement and deliver commercially sound outcomes. Candidate will be comfortable with IT Lead and support complex IT sourcing and commercial activity, working with Technology, business stakeholders and suppliers to deliver competitive, commercially robust outcomes within sourcing, risk and governance requirements Essential experience and skills Experience in IT sourcing, IT procurement or strategic technology procurement. Proven experience sourcing software, SaaS solutions, enterprise software licences or other IT technology services. Demonstrable experience managing the full sourcing lifecycle, including sourcing strategy, RFP/RFQ, supplier evaluation, commercial negotiation and contract award. Strong experience managing software contract renewals and negotiating commercial terms with technology suppliers. Experience managing complex sourcing projects and contracts, including renewals in the multi-million-pound range. Strong commercial and analytical skills, including the ability to challenge supplier pricing and assess the value of commercial proposals. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience working across technology, legal, finance and risk functions. The ability to manage multiple priorities, plan ahead and deliver sourcing activities independently. Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain commercial recommendations and their rationale to senior stakeholders Key responsibilities Own and manage the end-to-end IT sourcing lifecycle, from initial business requirements and sourcing strategy through to supplier selection, negotiation, approvals and contract award. Lead sourcing activities for SaaS solutions, enterprise software, software licensing and legacy software agreements. Manage existing software contract renewals and new sourcing requirements. Develop and execute RFP/RFQ processes, evaluate supplier proposals and lead commercial negotiations. Challenge supplier pricing, assess commercial models and identify opportunities to improve value. Undertake pricing analysis, market benchmarking and total cost of ownership (TCO) assessments where appropriate. Work collaboratively with technology, legal, finance, risk and other business stakeholders to ensure sourcing decisions meet commercial and governance requirements. Prepare and present sourcing strategies, recommendations and commercial outcomes to senior stakeholders and executive audiences. Manage a pipeline of sourcing projects, ensuring activities, renewals, milestones and deadlines are planned and delivered effectively. Maintain a strong understanding of supplier proposals, contract terms and market competitiveness to support informed sourcing decisions. Desirable experience Experience within financial services or another regulated organisation. Exposure to IT infrastructure sourcing alongside software procurement. Experience with total cost of ownership analysis, software licensing models and market benchmarking. Familiarity with enterprise sourcing tools, including Ivalua or similar platforms. Experience negotiating with large enterprise software suppliers. Why Join Us? Join a leading UK banking organisation where you'll have the opportunity to influence strategic technology sourcing decisions, lead high-value commercial negotiations and deliver measurable value across a complex IT and software supplier landscape. You'll work with senior stakeholders across Technology, Legal, Finance and Risk, helping shape sourcing strategies, optimise supplier relationships and drive commercial excellence. the opportunity to make an impact within a major financial services environment, this is an excellent opportunity to showcase your expertise and contribute to high-profile sourcing initiatives. 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 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.
Reed Accountancy & Finance are working exclusively with an established client in the Haywards Heath area who are seeking a Management Accountant to join their existing team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic organisation where you'll play a key role in driving financial performance, supporting strategic decision-making and partnering with operational teams. Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll be responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, commercial insight and robust financial controls across multiple business entities. The role offers significant exposure to project accounting, international operations and senior stakeholders. Key responsibilities include: Preparing monthly management accounts, reporting packs, journals and reconciliations Managing budgets, forecasts and cash flow reporting Monitoring project profitability, WIP, costs and margins Supporting project managers with financial analysis and performance tracking Managing intercompany accounting and overseas financial operations Preparing tax and statutory submissions Supporting payroll processes and workforce reporting Raising purchase orders and sales invoices Business partnering with operational and senior management teams Driving continuous improvement across finance processes and They are looking for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working closely with the wider business and can turn financial data into meaningful insights. You'll ideally have: Degree-level education in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline ACCA/CIMA studying towards qualification or equivalent experience At least 5 years' experience in a similar Management Accountant role Experience within engineering, construction, projects or technical environments Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting skills Knowledge of Xero or Sage Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Experience working with multiple entities and intercompany transactions A proactive approach and a drive for continuous improvement Benefits Annual performance and profit-related bonus Private medical insurance Death in service Income protection cover An exciting opportunity so don't delay apply now!
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
Reed Accountancy & Finance are working exclusively with an established client in the Haywards Heath area who are seeking a Management Accountant to join their existing team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic organisation where you'll play a key role in driving financial performance, supporting strategic decision-making and partnering with operational teams. Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll be responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, commercial insight and robust financial controls across multiple business entities. The role offers significant exposure to project accounting, international operations and senior stakeholders. Key responsibilities include: Preparing monthly management accounts, reporting packs, journals and reconciliations Managing budgets, forecasts and cash flow reporting Monitoring project profitability, WIP, costs and margins Supporting project managers with financial analysis and performance tracking Managing intercompany accounting and overseas financial operations Preparing tax and statutory submissions Supporting payroll processes and workforce reporting Raising purchase orders and sales invoices Business partnering with operational and senior management teams Driving continuous improvement across finance processes and They are looking for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working closely with the wider business and can turn financial data into meaningful insights. You'll ideally have: Degree-level education in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline ACCA/CIMA studying towards qualification or equivalent experience At least 5 years' experience in a similar Management Accountant role Experience within engineering, construction, projects or technical environments Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting skills Knowledge of Xero or Sage Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Experience working with multiple entities and intercompany transactions A proactive approach and a drive for continuous improvement Benefits Annual performance and profit-related bonus Private medical insurance Death in service Income protection cover An exciting opportunity so don't delay apply now!
Retail Media Manager Online Retail Competitive Salary Hybrid/London 2 Days a Week We are partnering with a major multi-brand online retailer to recruit a Retail Media Manager to build and grow its retail media proposition across a number of established consumer brands. This is a commercially focused role with responsibility for retail media strategy, product development and revenue growth , turning first-party customer insight, digital traffic and supplier relationships into a scalable advertising proposition. The Retail Media Manager will work across onsite, offsite and in-store opportunities, building relationships with brands, suppliers and marketplace sellers while ensuring advertising remains relevant and adds value to the customer experience. Key Responsibilities Own the retail media strategy, roadmap and revenue targets across onsite, offsite and in-store channels. Develop the retail media proposition, including sponsored products, onsite display, search, CRM/email and audience extension . Build and grow relationships with brands, suppliers and marketplace sellers. Identify new commercial opportunities and develop repeatable revenue streams. Manage pricing, packages, rate cards and commercial propositions. Use first-party customer data to develop audience and targeting opportunities, working within relevant privacy and consent requirements. Lead campaign delivery, optimisation and performance reporting across key advertising channels. Demonstrate campaign effectiveness through ROAS, sales uplift and incrementality . Manage relationships with retail media and adtech partners, ensuring the technology proposition continues to develop. Work closely with Commercial, Buying, Digital Trading, CRM, Data, UX and Marketing teams to integrate retail media into wider business activity. Help establish appropriate governance around advertising standards, customer experience and compliance. Report performance, opportunities and recommendations to senior leadership. Key Requirements Proven experience in retail media, marketplace advertising, ecommerce media or digital advertising . Strong commercial and sales capability, with experience building propositions and growing advertising revenue. Good understanding of sponsored products, display, audience targeting, attribution and campaign measurement. Comfortable working with first-party data and understanding the principles of privacy, consent and responsible targeting. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to turn performance data into clear commercial recommendations. Experience managing advertiser, supplier or technology relationships. Strong understanding of ecommerce and the digital customer journey. Commercially minded, entrepreneurial and comfortable building something rather than simply managing an established proposition. Strong stakeholder management and presentation skills. Customer-focused, with good judgement around relevance, ad quality and the overall shopping experience. The Opportunity This is a chance for an experienced Retail Media Manager to build a new commercial revenue stream within an established online retail environment, with genuine scope to shape the proposition, develop advertiser relationships and influence how retail media evolves across the group. If you are a commercially driven Retail Media Manager with experience growing advertising revenue and developing media propositions across ecommerce, retail or marketplaces, we'd love to hear from you. BBBH37442
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Retail Media Manager Online Retail Competitive Salary Hybrid/London 2 Days a Week We are partnering with a major multi-brand online retailer to recruit a Retail Media Manager to build and grow its retail media proposition across a number of established consumer brands. This is a commercially focused role with responsibility for retail media strategy, product development and revenue growth , turning first-party customer insight, digital traffic and supplier relationships into a scalable advertising proposition. The Retail Media Manager will work across onsite, offsite and in-store opportunities, building relationships with brands, suppliers and marketplace sellers while ensuring advertising remains relevant and adds value to the customer experience. Key Responsibilities Own the retail media strategy, roadmap and revenue targets across onsite, offsite and in-store channels. Develop the retail media proposition, including sponsored products, onsite display, search, CRM/email and audience extension . Build and grow relationships with brands, suppliers and marketplace sellers. Identify new commercial opportunities and develop repeatable revenue streams. Manage pricing, packages, rate cards and commercial propositions. Use first-party customer data to develop audience and targeting opportunities, working within relevant privacy and consent requirements. Lead campaign delivery, optimisation and performance reporting across key advertising channels. Demonstrate campaign effectiveness through ROAS, sales uplift and incrementality . Manage relationships with retail media and adtech partners, ensuring the technology proposition continues to develop. Work closely with Commercial, Buying, Digital Trading, CRM, Data, UX and Marketing teams to integrate retail media into wider business activity. Help establish appropriate governance around advertising standards, customer experience and compliance. Report performance, opportunities and recommendations to senior leadership. Key Requirements Proven experience in retail media, marketplace advertising, ecommerce media or digital advertising . Strong commercial and sales capability, with experience building propositions and growing advertising revenue. Good understanding of sponsored products, display, audience targeting, attribution and campaign measurement. Comfortable working with first-party data and understanding the principles of privacy, consent and responsible targeting. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to turn performance data into clear commercial recommendations. Experience managing advertiser, supplier or technology relationships. Strong understanding of ecommerce and the digital customer journey. Commercially minded, entrepreneurial and comfortable building something rather than simply managing an established proposition. Strong stakeholder management and presentation skills. Customer-focused, with good judgement around relevance, ad quality and the overall shopping experience. The Opportunity This is a chance for an experienced Retail Media Manager to build a new commercial revenue stream within an established online retail environment, with genuine scope to shape the proposition, develop advertiser relationships and influence how retail media evolves across the group. If you are a commercially driven Retail Media Manager with experience growing advertising revenue and developing media propositions across ecommerce, retail or marketplaces, we'd love to hear from you. BBBH37442
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Procurement Lead to join a leading manufacturing business based in Camberley , offering a salary of up to 55,000 . The Procurement Lead will take ownership of designated commodities, managing and developing supplier relationships to ensure consistent performance across Cost, Quality and Delivery . The role will play a key part in driving supplier performance, supporting business objectives, and ensuring the effective delivery of procurement strategies. Key Responsibilities: Supplier Selection & Sourcing: Identify and select new suppliers in line with commodity strategies, ensuring appropriate capability, capacity and commercial alignment. Commercial Negotiation & Contracting: Manage RFQs, pricing and lead-time requests, negotiate commercial terms, and award new supplier contracts in line with New Product Introduction (NPI) requirements. Supplier & Part Validation: Coordinate the verification and validation of new supplier parts to ensure compliance with technical, quality and business requirements. Supply & Production Support: Support Material Planning and Production teams with recurring purchasing, supplier coordination, planning parameters, and resolution of supply or lead-time issues. Supplier Performance & Improvement: Monitor supplier performance, coordinate resolution of quality issues, manage escalation processes, and develop improvement plans to address identified gaps. Compliance, Cost & Governance: Ensure suppliers meet ISO 9001 and applicable standards, maintain appropriate oversight, support technical/commercial queries, and ensure accurate part costing in line with Finance requirements. Initial focus: Electronic, Electrical and associated connected commodities. Skills & Experience Required: Commodity & Industry Experience: Experience managing Electronic, Electrical and connected commodities within a regulated environment. Engineering & Supplier Management: Ability to understand engineering requirements and effectively flow them down to suppliers, ensuring requirements are clearly understood and delivered. Supplier Assessment & Development: Experience auditing and assessing supplier performance, identifying gaps, and coaching suppliers to develop and implement improvement plans. Commercial & Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation skills with the ability to develop effective commercial outcomes with suppliers. Analytical & IT Skills: Strong analytical capability with good proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, to analyse data and support decision-making. Communication & Mobility: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex issues into clear, actionable summaries. Willingness to travel approximately 20% domestically and 10% within Europe , with a full clean driving licence. Salary: Up to 55,000 1 day a week working from home post probation This position would suit someone who has worked in a manufacturing environment in a role such as, Senior Buyer, Purchasing Specialist, Commodity Manager, Category Manager, Procurement Manager, Sourcing Manager, Purchasing Manager or Procurement Specialist.
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Procurement Lead to join a leading manufacturing business based in Camberley , offering a salary of up to 55,000 . The Procurement Lead will take ownership of designated commodities, managing and developing supplier relationships to ensure consistent performance across Cost, Quality and Delivery . The role will play a key part in driving supplier performance, supporting business objectives, and ensuring the effective delivery of procurement strategies. Key Responsibilities: Supplier Selection & Sourcing: Identify and select new suppliers in line with commodity strategies, ensuring appropriate capability, capacity and commercial alignment. Commercial Negotiation & Contracting: Manage RFQs, pricing and lead-time requests, negotiate commercial terms, and award new supplier contracts in line with New Product Introduction (NPI) requirements. Supplier & Part Validation: Coordinate the verification and validation of new supplier parts to ensure compliance with technical, quality and business requirements. Supply & Production Support: Support Material Planning and Production teams with recurring purchasing, supplier coordination, planning parameters, and resolution of supply or lead-time issues. Supplier Performance & Improvement: Monitor supplier performance, coordinate resolution of quality issues, manage escalation processes, and develop improvement plans to address identified gaps. Compliance, Cost & Governance: Ensure suppliers meet ISO 9001 and applicable standards, maintain appropriate oversight, support technical/commercial queries, and ensure accurate part costing in line with Finance requirements. Initial focus: Electronic, Electrical and associated connected commodities. Skills & Experience Required: Commodity & Industry Experience: Experience managing Electronic, Electrical and connected commodities within a regulated environment. Engineering & Supplier Management: Ability to understand engineering requirements and effectively flow them down to suppliers, ensuring requirements are clearly understood and delivered. Supplier Assessment & Development: Experience auditing and assessing supplier performance, identifying gaps, and coaching suppliers to develop and implement improvement plans. Commercial & Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation skills with the ability to develop effective commercial outcomes with suppliers. Analytical & IT Skills: Strong analytical capability with good proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, to analyse data and support decision-making. Communication & Mobility: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex issues into clear, actionable summaries. Willingness to travel approximately 20% domestically and 10% within Europe , with a full clean driving licence. Salary: Up to 55,000 1 day a week working from home post probation This position would suit someone who has worked in a manufacturing environment in a role such as, Senior Buyer, Purchasing Specialist, Commodity Manager, Category Manager, Procurement Manager, Sourcing Manager, Purchasing Manager or Procurement Specialist.
Floor Manager Sportswear & Fashion Retail Portsmouth 26,000 - 29,000 4-Month FTC We're recruiting for a Floor Manager to join an exciting new sportswear and fashion pop-up store in Portsmouth. This is a 4-month fixed-term contract , with the potential for the role to become permanent as the business continues to grow. We're looking for an experienced Floor Manager, Supervisor, Team Leader or Senior Sales Assistant who enjoys leading from the front and can help deliver a successful new store opening. What's in it for you? 26,000 - 29,000 depending on experience 4-month fixed-term contract Potential for a permanent opportunity Opportunity to be part of an exciting new store opening Growing sportswear and fashion business Opportunity to develop and progress with the business Fast-paced and customer-focused retail environment The Role As Floor Manager , you'll play a key role on the shop floor, supporting the management team and helping to deliver strong sales and an excellent customer experience. You'll be responsible for: Leading and supporting the team on the shop floor Driving sales and supporting the team to achieve KPIs and targets Delivering an excellent customer experience Coaching and motivating team members Supporting the Store Manager and Assistant Manager with the day-to-day running of the store Maintaining strong visual merchandising and brand standards Supporting stock deliveries, replenishment and stock management Helping with opening and closing procedures Taking ownership of the shop floor and ensuring high standards are maintained Supporting the management team with store operations when required About You We're looking for someone with previous retail supervisory or team leadership experience who is confident leading a team and enjoys being hands-on. You'll ideally have: Previous experience as a Floor Manager, Supervisor, Team Leader, Senior Sales Assistant or similar Experience leading or supervising a retail team A strong customer-focused approach Experience working towards sales targets and retail KPIs Good commercial awareness Experience with stock and day-to-day retail operations Strong communication and team leadership skills A hands-on approach and willingness to lead from the front An interest in sportswear, fashion, fitness or performance retail This is a great opportunity to join a new store opening in Portsmouth , gain further management experience and play an important role in establishing the store, with the potential to continue with the business beyond the initial 4-month contract. BBBH37450
Oct 22, 2026
Contractor
Floor Manager Sportswear & Fashion Retail Portsmouth 26,000 - 29,000 4-Month FTC We're recruiting for a Floor Manager to join an exciting new sportswear and fashion pop-up store in Portsmouth. This is a 4-month fixed-term contract , with the potential for the role to become permanent as the business continues to grow. We're looking for an experienced Floor Manager, Supervisor, Team Leader or Senior Sales Assistant who enjoys leading from the front and can help deliver a successful new store opening. What's in it for you? 26,000 - 29,000 depending on experience 4-month fixed-term contract Potential for a permanent opportunity Opportunity to be part of an exciting new store opening Growing sportswear and fashion business Opportunity to develop and progress with the business Fast-paced and customer-focused retail environment The Role As Floor Manager , you'll play a key role on the shop floor, supporting the management team and helping to deliver strong sales and an excellent customer experience. You'll be responsible for: Leading and supporting the team on the shop floor Driving sales and supporting the team to achieve KPIs and targets Delivering an excellent customer experience Coaching and motivating team members Supporting the Store Manager and Assistant Manager with the day-to-day running of the store Maintaining strong visual merchandising and brand standards Supporting stock deliveries, replenishment and stock management Helping with opening and closing procedures Taking ownership of the shop floor and ensuring high standards are maintained Supporting the management team with store operations when required About You We're looking for someone with previous retail supervisory or team leadership experience who is confident leading a team and enjoys being hands-on. You'll ideally have: Previous experience as a Floor Manager, Supervisor, Team Leader, Senior Sales Assistant or similar Experience leading or supervising a retail team A strong customer-focused approach Experience working towards sales targets and retail KPIs Good commercial awareness Experience with stock and day-to-day retail operations Strong communication and team leadership skills A hands-on approach and willingness to lead from the front An interest in sportswear, fashion, fitness or performance retail This is a great opportunity to join a new store opening in Portsmouth , gain further management experience and play an important role in establishing the store, with the potential to continue with the business beyond the initial 4-month contract. BBBH37450
Global engineering business require a Category Manager / Senior Category Buyer. Applicants need strategic procurement expertise, ideally in the areas of negotiating and managing long term supplier agreements, supplier relationship management and budget adherence. The Category Manager will be responsible for driving strategic procurement activities across a number of direct spend areas (machined parts, raw materials, fabrications) and ensuring the supply chain is able to support NPI initiatives. Reporting to a Head of Procurement., the Category Manager will drive the strategic performance of a suite of critical suppliers while maintaining commercially robust contract agreements. The Category Manager will be supported by Operational Buyers in regards to execution of category strategies, and day-to-day supplier management activities. Specific duties of the Category Manager include: Review current supplier agreements Negotiation of LTAs with existing and new potential suppliers Strategic supplier relationship management - promote innovation, collaboration and drive improved performance Align category performance and contractual agreements with wider business goals Support NPI activities from a procurement perspective, and ensure adequate capability of supply chain partners Make vs. Buy activities Analysis of category and supplier performance data to drive procurement decision making Support Operational Buyers in regards to tactical execution of contracts and MRP activity Liaison with stakeholders in; Engineering, Production, Projects and Manufacturing Category Manager applicants should meet the following criteria: Procurement experience at a strategic level - Senior Buyer, Strategic Buyer, Category Buyer, Category Manager, Procurement Manager Experience of strategically managing suppliers and knowledge of modern supplier relationship management techniques Ability to negotiate and manage contractual agreements Ability to mentor and develop junior staff, allocation of workload etc. Data analysis skills Familiar with a category management or commodity management approach to procurement
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Global engineering business require a Category Manager / Senior Category Buyer. Applicants need strategic procurement expertise, ideally in the areas of negotiating and managing long term supplier agreements, supplier relationship management and budget adherence. The Category Manager will be responsible for driving strategic procurement activities across a number of direct spend areas (machined parts, raw materials, fabrications) and ensuring the supply chain is able to support NPI initiatives. Reporting to a Head of Procurement., the Category Manager will drive the strategic performance of a suite of critical suppliers while maintaining commercially robust contract agreements. The Category Manager will be supported by Operational Buyers in regards to execution of category strategies, and day-to-day supplier management activities. Specific duties of the Category Manager include: Review current supplier agreements Negotiation of LTAs with existing and new potential suppliers Strategic supplier relationship management - promote innovation, collaboration and drive improved performance Align category performance and contractual agreements with wider business goals Support NPI activities from a procurement perspective, and ensure adequate capability of supply chain partners Make vs. Buy activities Analysis of category and supplier performance data to drive procurement decision making Support Operational Buyers in regards to tactical execution of contracts and MRP activity Liaison with stakeholders in; Engineering, Production, Projects and Manufacturing Category Manager applicants should meet the following criteria: Procurement experience at a strategic level - Senior Buyer, Strategic Buyer, Category Buyer, Category Manager, Procurement Manager Experience of strategically managing suppliers and knowledge of modern supplier relationship management techniques Ability to negotiate and manage contractual agreements Ability to mentor and develop junior staff, allocation of workload etc. Data analysis skills Familiar with a category management or commodity management approach to procurement
Amentum will inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities. People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes , plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations. About the Opportunity We employ the UK's most experienced and skilled technical services professionals and has grown to over 8,000 people in locations across the UK - we provide the resources to turn great ideas into reality, and we offer capable and committed individuals the opportunity to shape their careers how they wish. Hinkley Point C (HPC) is the first new nuclear power station to be built in the UK in over 20 years, HPCs two EPR reactors will be capable of generating 3.26GW of secure, low carbon electricity for 60 years, enough electricity to power around 6 million homes. In addition to the projects 'clean energy' benefits, HPC will create thousands of jobs and bring lasting benefits to the UK economy. The Project Controls Engineer is supporting the implementation of Project Controls specific processes and framework. You will follow all governance arrangements for Integrated Project Controls providing effective reporting of Project Controls information in a timely and accurate manner. Role responsibilities: - Produce and maintain accurate forecasts and Project Controls data in alignment with the Cost Breakdown Structure or Work Breakdown Structure (CBS/WBS) - Accurately maintain all Project Controls data for their area of responsibility within the Project Controls software systems e.g. Ecosys, P6, ARM etc. - Co-ordinate and produce Project controls reports to a defined reporting cycle, including commentary on key time-related drivers and performance issues - Assist in the Trend & Change process, including analysis at Project level, generating performance indicators and providing - Delivers clear and concise insights to support robust decision-making utilising commercial and technical information to influence decisions. - Analytical support for Project Controls Managers and Senior Project Controls Engineers through robust analysis and interpretation of technical, financial, and performance data to facilitate prioritisation and any necessary actions. Education, Experience and Skills: - Minimum of HND or equivalent qualification in project management, project controls, engineering, or another related field - Proven experience of Project Controls including the tools and a variety of techniques used to deliver project insight and assess performance - Understanding of project controls methodologies and techniques. - High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy of outputs and validity of quality data. - Analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. - Effectively communicates complex issues and concepts (unique insights) in simple ways, to both technical and nontechnical audiences. Our Culture Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected, and if we are diverse, we're more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centered on inclusion and diversity. We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team.
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Amentum will inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities. People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes , plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations. About the Opportunity We employ the UK's most experienced and skilled technical services professionals and has grown to over 8,000 people in locations across the UK - we provide the resources to turn great ideas into reality, and we offer capable and committed individuals the opportunity to shape their careers how they wish. Hinkley Point C (HPC) is the first new nuclear power station to be built in the UK in over 20 years, HPCs two EPR reactors will be capable of generating 3.26GW of secure, low carbon electricity for 60 years, enough electricity to power around 6 million homes. In addition to the projects 'clean energy' benefits, HPC will create thousands of jobs and bring lasting benefits to the UK economy. The Project Controls Engineer is supporting the implementation of Project Controls specific processes and framework. You will follow all governance arrangements for Integrated Project Controls providing effective reporting of Project Controls information in a timely and accurate manner. Role responsibilities: - Produce and maintain accurate forecasts and Project Controls data in alignment with the Cost Breakdown Structure or Work Breakdown Structure (CBS/WBS) - Accurately maintain all Project Controls data for their area of responsibility within the Project Controls software systems e.g. Ecosys, P6, ARM etc. - Co-ordinate and produce Project controls reports to a defined reporting cycle, including commentary on key time-related drivers and performance issues - Assist in the Trend & Change process, including analysis at Project level, generating performance indicators and providing - Delivers clear and concise insights to support robust decision-making utilising commercial and technical information to influence decisions. - Analytical support for Project Controls Managers and Senior Project Controls Engineers through robust analysis and interpretation of technical, financial, and performance data to facilitate prioritisation and any necessary actions. Education, Experience and Skills: - Minimum of HND or equivalent qualification in project management, project controls, engineering, or another related field - Proven experience of Project Controls including the tools and a variety of techniques used to deliver project insight and assess performance - Understanding of project controls methodologies and techniques. - High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy of outputs and validity of quality data. - Analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. - Effectively communicates complex issues and concepts (unique insights) in simple ways, to both technical and nontechnical audiences. Our Culture Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected, and if we are diverse, we're more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centered on inclusion and diversity. We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team.