Purchasing Manager Annual Salary: £50-65k per annum Location: Wandsworth, London, UK Job Type: Office based (possible hybrid of 1 - 2 days available later on) Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm (or 30 minutes earlier or later start) We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Purchasing Manager to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing supplier relationships, managing contracts, and focusing on pricing strategies and cost reduction. This role requires strong negotiation skills, excellent leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of supply chain management. Day-to-day of the role: Manage direct purchases from our global network of suppliers and partners. Lead and manage a small team of purchasing professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations. Develop and implement purchasing strategies to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement and supplier management. Collaborate with the Operations Director and Head of Supply Chain to align purchasing activities with overall business objectives. Utilise tools such as QBR and Scorecards to maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliability, quality, and competitive pricing. Monitor market trends and pricing fluctuations to make informed purchasing decisions. Evaluate supplier bids and proposals to determine the most advantageous pricing and terms. Work closely with production, planning, logistics, sourcing, and finance teams to ensure alignment and effective communication. Identify and mitigate risks related to supplier relationships and pricing strategies. Utilise procurement software and tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy in purchasing processes. Prepare and present regular reports on purchasing performance, pricing trends, and KPIs to senior management. Continuously improve purchasing processes and methodologies to drive operational excellence. Required Skills & Qualifications: At least 5 years of proven experience in purchasing and supplier management, preferably within the manufacturing industry. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field; OR relevant professional qualification (e.g., CIPS part/complete qualified, APICS). Experience with global supply chains. Proven negotiation and contract management abilities. Proficiency in ERP, procurement software, and tools (e.g., SAP, Excel). Benefits: Company pension Sick pay Casual dress Private medical insurance Cycle to Work Scheme Company events Benefit Hub Breakfast Club Company Social Clubs
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Purchasing Manager Annual Salary: £50-65k per annum Location: Wandsworth, London, UK Job Type: Office based (possible hybrid of 1 - 2 days available later on) Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm (or 30 minutes earlier or later start) We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Purchasing Manager to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing supplier relationships, managing contracts, and focusing on pricing strategies and cost reduction. This role requires strong negotiation skills, excellent leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of supply chain management. Day-to-day of the role: Manage direct purchases from our global network of suppliers and partners. Lead and manage a small team of purchasing professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations. Develop and implement purchasing strategies to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement and supplier management. Collaborate with the Operations Director and Head of Supply Chain to align purchasing activities with overall business objectives. Utilise tools such as QBR and Scorecards to maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliability, quality, and competitive pricing. Monitor market trends and pricing fluctuations to make informed purchasing decisions. Evaluate supplier bids and proposals to determine the most advantageous pricing and terms. Work closely with production, planning, logistics, sourcing, and finance teams to ensure alignment and effective communication. Identify and mitigate risks related to supplier relationships and pricing strategies. Utilise procurement software and tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy in purchasing processes. Prepare and present regular reports on purchasing performance, pricing trends, and KPIs to senior management. Continuously improve purchasing processes and methodologies to drive operational excellence. Required Skills & Qualifications: At least 5 years of proven experience in purchasing and supplier management, preferably within the manufacturing industry. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field; OR relevant professional qualification (e.g., CIPS part/complete qualified, APICS). Experience with global supply chains. Proven negotiation and contract management abilities. Proficiency in ERP, procurement software, and tools (e.g., SAP, Excel). Benefits: Company pension Sick pay Casual dress Private medical insurance Cycle to Work Scheme Company events Benefit Hub Breakfast Club Company Social Clubs
GBR Recruitment Ltd are proudly recruiting exclusively for a leading steels construction & civils business based in Leicestershire for an experienced Senior Buyer or an experienced long standing Buyer with strong longevity in other buying roles seeking that next step up in their buying career. Fantastic reputable & well established steels construction & civils business working with tier 1 contractors on a sub-contract basis as well as taking on their own projects UK wide. If you are a buying, procurement or purchasing professional that wants to work in an SME size business turning over c.£15M where you will be hands on & supporting a small team then this is the role for you, a role where you can get into the thick of things. Duties: Hands on purchasing within civils, steel, lifting, stores and electrical departments. Data analysis skills for cost control and taking part in commercial strategy planning. Relationship building and negotiation skills for supporting operational delivery in a highly changeable environment. Experience operating in an accredited supplier and subcontractor-controlled process and management system, for example ISO9001. Reduce costs and manage commercial risks and exposure. Secure reliable suppliers and maintain good relationships. Work cross functionally to bring efficient buying methods to all departments on products, materials, and services. Purchasing responsibility to include identifying, vetting, negotiating, and managing nationwide suppliers. Maintain a Preferred Supplier List including Schedule of Rates for the Commercial and Build teams to work from. Effective Cost control, responsible for regularly review pricing including annual rate increases, own invoice queries and challenge overcharges. Proactively implement any cost saving initiatives. Developing & maintaining strong supplier relationships, as well as carrying out performance reviews and contractual negotiations. Operational control including managing on/off-hire logs, communicate to commercial any cost creep from extended hire. Effective contract management ensuring all supplier terms are aligned with contractual and financial requirements including training, accreditations and insurance. Set SLAs, allocate risk and follow company onboarding and renewal process within the management system. Cross-functional integration with the commercial department, working closely with the commercial teams during tender bids development and with operational teams on day-to-day delivery. Work with service delivery and back office or stores teams. Ensure that materials and services are bought on time and to the required specification requested from the PM/BMs. Attributes: Vast experience as a construction / civils sector buyer, senior buyer, procurement manager, purchasing manager or similar role carrying out comparable buying duties / tasks. Experience within a construction / civils background, ideally with steels knowledge & experience too. Must be prepared to work 5 days in the Leicestershire office. This buying role could suit someone working as a Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Assistant, Sourcing Manager, Product Category Manager, Procurement Specialist, Category Buyer, Senior Buyer, Buyer, Procurement Assistant, Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager or similar with comparable responsibilities. Commutable from Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire & parts of the West Midlands. Interviews to take place in April. Apply today!
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
GBR Recruitment Ltd are proudly recruiting exclusively for a leading steels construction & civils business based in Leicestershire for an experienced Senior Buyer or an experienced long standing Buyer with strong longevity in other buying roles seeking that next step up in their buying career. Fantastic reputable & well established steels construction & civils business working with tier 1 contractors on a sub-contract basis as well as taking on their own projects UK wide. If you are a buying, procurement or purchasing professional that wants to work in an SME size business turning over c.£15M where you will be hands on & supporting a small team then this is the role for you, a role where you can get into the thick of things. Duties: Hands on purchasing within civils, steel, lifting, stores and electrical departments. Data analysis skills for cost control and taking part in commercial strategy planning. Relationship building and negotiation skills for supporting operational delivery in a highly changeable environment. Experience operating in an accredited supplier and subcontractor-controlled process and management system, for example ISO9001. Reduce costs and manage commercial risks and exposure. Secure reliable suppliers and maintain good relationships. Work cross functionally to bring efficient buying methods to all departments on products, materials, and services. Purchasing responsibility to include identifying, vetting, negotiating, and managing nationwide suppliers. Maintain a Preferred Supplier List including Schedule of Rates for the Commercial and Build teams to work from. Effective Cost control, responsible for regularly review pricing including annual rate increases, own invoice queries and challenge overcharges. Proactively implement any cost saving initiatives. Developing & maintaining strong supplier relationships, as well as carrying out performance reviews and contractual negotiations. Operational control including managing on/off-hire logs, communicate to commercial any cost creep from extended hire. Effective contract management ensuring all supplier terms are aligned with contractual and financial requirements including training, accreditations and insurance. Set SLAs, allocate risk and follow company onboarding and renewal process within the management system. Cross-functional integration with the commercial department, working closely with the commercial teams during tender bids development and with operational teams on day-to-day delivery. Work with service delivery and back office or stores teams. Ensure that materials and services are bought on time and to the required specification requested from the PM/BMs. Attributes: Vast experience as a construction / civils sector buyer, senior buyer, procurement manager, purchasing manager or similar role carrying out comparable buying duties / tasks. Experience within a construction / civils background, ideally with steels knowledge & experience too. Must be prepared to work 5 days in the Leicestershire office. This buying role could suit someone working as a Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Assistant, Sourcing Manager, Product Category Manager, Procurement Specialist, Category Buyer, Senior Buyer, Buyer, Procurement Assistant, Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager or similar with comparable responsibilities. Commutable from Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire & parts of the West Midlands. Interviews to take place in April. Apply today!
Job Title: Purchasing Manager Location: Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Salary: Competitive salary (based on experience) Job type: Full-Time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work and flexibility to meet business needs About us? For over 75 years, Longley Farm has proudly produced premium dairy products, blending traditional family values with modern excellence. Renowned for quality and authenticity, our award-winning products are enjoyed not only across Yorkshire but around the world. As a family-run business with a proud Yorkshire Heritage and a growing international presence, we take pride in doing things properly from the ingredients we use to the people we work with. As we continue to grow, we're looking for an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead our procurement and supply chain activity on site. Please note no sponsorship opportunities are available for this role so all candidates will require the right to live and work in the UK. About the role? This is a full-time, permanent position based at our offices in Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. Standard hours are Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work and flexibility to meet business needs. This is a hands-on role. You will set strategy while remaining actively involved in day-to-day operations to ensure the business runs smoothly. You will work closely with production, engineering, distribution, technical, and sales teams to ensure materials are available, stock levels are controlled and suppliers deliver to expectation. Alongside leading the function, you will manage and work alongside the warehouse team, taking shared responsibility for daily warehouse operations. Key Responsibilities: Develop and deliver purchasing and logistics strategy. Forecast demand and maintain consistent material supply and optimal stock levels to ensure production requirements are met. Maintain and build strong supplier relationships, negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance to mitigate supply chain risk. Lead, manage and support the warehouse team in its day-to-day activities, including stock receipt, rotation, availability and inventory control. Lead packaging design changes and continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with internal teams and suppliers. Oversee packaging sustainability activity, reducing environmental impact, maintaining accurate compliance data, and introducing sustainable materials effectively. Work collaboratively with the distribution team to maximise backhaul opportunities, improving efficiency and controlling packaging transport costs. Drive improvements in waste management and sustainable recycling practices across the site. Maintain high standards of health and safety, and ensure stock and site security. This is not an exhaustive list. As the role develops, there will be opportunities to further expand your skills and take on new challenges. About you? We're looking for someone who enjoys being part of a close-knit team, takes pride in their work and is willing to support different areas of the business when needed. Requirements: Proven experience in a Purchasing, Procurement or Supply Chain Manager role. Strong negotiation and supplier management skills. Experience in a manufacturing environment (food or FMCG preferred). Organised, commercially aware and able to manage multiple priorities. Self-motivated and able to work effectively without close supervision and on own initiative. Practical and team-oriented, with a proactive, hands-on approach. Willing to travel in the UK and overseas when required. Class 2 HGV licence desirable (or willingness to train). What's on offer? Competitive salary Contributory pension scheme 33 days' holiday per year (including bank holidays) Paid breaks Free parking and staff product discounts Ongoing professional development and training Regular social events and a supportive team environment If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your experience and salary expectations. Please click the APPLY button to send your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager, Purchasing Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Procurement Officer, Purchasing Officer, Supply Chain Officer, Costs Manager, Project Sourcing Manager, Sourcing Manager, Senior Procurement Manager, may also be considered for this role.
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Purchasing Manager Location: Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Salary: Competitive salary (based on experience) Job type: Full-Time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work and flexibility to meet business needs About us? For over 75 years, Longley Farm has proudly produced premium dairy products, blending traditional family values with modern excellence. Renowned for quality and authenticity, our award-winning products are enjoyed not only across Yorkshire but around the world. As a family-run business with a proud Yorkshire Heritage and a growing international presence, we take pride in doing things properly from the ingredients we use to the people we work with. As we continue to grow, we're looking for an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead our procurement and supply chain activity on site. Please note no sponsorship opportunities are available for this role so all candidates will require the right to live and work in the UK. About the role? This is a full-time, permanent position based at our offices in Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. Standard hours are Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work and flexibility to meet business needs. This is a hands-on role. You will set strategy while remaining actively involved in day-to-day operations to ensure the business runs smoothly. You will work closely with production, engineering, distribution, technical, and sales teams to ensure materials are available, stock levels are controlled and suppliers deliver to expectation. Alongside leading the function, you will manage and work alongside the warehouse team, taking shared responsibility for daily warehouse operations. Key Responsibilities: Develop and deliver purchasing and logistics strategy. Forecast demand and maintain consistent material supply and optimal stock levels to ensure production requirements are met. Maintain and build strong supplier relationships, negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance to mitigate supply chain risk. Lead, manage and support the warehouse team in its day-to-day activities, including stock receipt, rotation, availability and inventory control. Lead packaging design changes and continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with internal teams and suppliers. Oversee packaging sustainability activity, reducing environmental impact, maintaining accurate compliance data, and introducing sustainable materials effectively. Work collaboratively with the distribution team to maximise backhaul opportunities, improving efficiency and controlling packaging transport costs. Drive improvements in waste management and sustainable recycling practices across the site. Maintain high standards of health and safety, and ensure stock and site security. This is not an exhaustive list. As the role develops, there will be opportunities to further expand your skills and take on new challenges. About you? We're looking for someone who enjoys being part of a close-knit team, takes pride in their work and is willing to support different areas of the business when needed. Requirements: Proven experience in a Purchasing, Procurement or Supply Chain Manager role. Strong negotiation and supplier management skills. Experience in a manufacturing environment (food or FMCG preferred). Organised, commercially aware and able to manage multiple priorities. Self-motivated and able to work effectively without close supervision and on own initiative. Practical and team-oriented, with a proactive, hands-on approach. Willing to travel in the UK and overseas when required. Class 2 HGV licence desirable (or willingness to train). What's on offer? Competitive salary Contributory pension scheme 33 days' holiday per year (including bank holidays) Paid breaks Free parking and staff product discounts Ongoing professional development and training Regular social events and a supportive team environment If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your experience and salary expectations. Please click the APPLY button to send your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager, Purchasing Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Procurement Officer, Purchasing Officer, Supply Chain Officer, Costs Manager, Project Sourcing Manager, Sourcing Manager, Senior Procurement Manager, may also be considered for this role.
Job Description What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. About the Role As a Senior Commercial Manager within WSP's PMCM Rail Team, you will play a critical part in overseeing and driving the commercial success of complex rail projects of regional and national importance. Operating within our clients' organisations and delivery teams, you will ensure commercial governance, financial control, and proactive risk management across multidisciplinary rail programmes. You'll work hand in hand with your client's Project Manager and wider teams to safeguard commercial performance, support programme delivery, and maintain the integrity of commercial processes from project initiation through to close out. This role is ideally suited to a mid career commercial professional with strong Rail sector experience who is ready to take greater ownership, lead client relationships, and operate confidently on large, fast paced programmes with multiple stakeholders. At WSP, our Senior Commercial Managers thrive because they are adaptable, collaborative and highly capable of navigating complex delivery environments. You'll work flexibly across WSP offices, client offices, and project sites to support the successful delivery of strategic Rail programmes. We are committed to supporting a positive work-life balance. You'll be based in one of our modern, central UK offices, with hybrid working (minimum three office days per week) to help you stay connected with colleagues and clients. With WSP, you'll have the opportunity to progress your career, deepen your Rail expertise, and shape the commercial outcomes of some of the UK's most significant transport investments. Your Team You'll join a diverse and motivated team of Project Managers, Commercial Managers and Rail specialists, all focused on delivering high quality commercial leadership in the Rail sector. We pride ourselves on delivering tailored solutions that shape the built environment and support the next generation of Rail infrastructure. A Little More About Your Role As a Senior Commercial Manager, you will: Lead and manage key client and stakeholder relationships, acting as a trusted commercial advisor. Prepare monthly commercial, cost and risk reports to provide clarity on project performance. Oversee commercial management activities in alignment with contract requirements and client governance. Manage project budgets, cost estimation, forecasting, tracking and reporting. Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers and contractors during procurement, working closely with client procurement teams. Support effective commercial management of the supply chain, promoting collaboration and trust. Ensure full compliance with client commercial procedures and standards. Review and approve project expenditures, invoices and commercial submissions. Chair commercial meetings with contractors, suppliers and delivery partners. Administer contracts through the full lifecycle, including formation, delivery and close out. Lead on change management, including negotiation of variations, claims and compensation events. Monitor contract performance, address commercial issues and draft necessary contractual correspondence. Conduct financial forecasting, risk assessment and develop mitigation strategies. Optimise resource allocation to support commercial and programme targets. Identify, manage and mitigate commercial risks, ensuring early warnings and regular risk reduction meetings with project teams. What We're Looking For We would love you to bring: A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline. Professional accreditation or progress towards it (e.g., MRICS, MCIOB). Strong experience in commercial management in the Rail or transportation infrastructure sector. Experience delivering major projects in a client side or consultancy environment. Exposure to organisations such as Network Rail, HS2, TfGM, or other rail delivery bodies. A proven ability to deliver commercial outcomes on multidisciplinary programmes. Strong leadership, communication and influencing skills, with presence and credibility. Proficiency in commercial management tools and software. In depth understanding of NEC3/NEC4 and wider rail industry commercial practices. Don't meet every requirement? We still encourage you to apply - your experience may align with other opportunities across our team. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can. Apply today. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Job Description What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. About the Role As a Senior Commercial Manager within WSP's PMCM Rail Team, you will play a critical part in overseeing and driving the commercial success of complex rail projects of regional and national importance. Operating within our clients' organisations and delivery teams, you will ensure commercial governance, financial control, and proactive risk management across multidisciplinary rail programmes. You'll work hand in hand with your client's Project Manager and wider teams to safeguard commercial performance, support programme delivery, and maintain the integrity of commercial processes from project initiation through to close out. This role is ideally suited to a mid career commercial professional with strong Rail sector experience who is ready to take greater ownership, lead client relationships, and operate confidently on large, fast paced programmes with multiple stakeholders. At WSP, our Senior Commercial Managers thrive because they are adaptable, collaborative and highly capable of navigating complex delivery environments. You'll work flexibly across WSP offices, client offices, and project sites to support the successful delivery of strategic Rail programmes. We are committed to supporting a positive work-life balance. You'll be based in one of our modern, central UK offices, with hybrid working (minimum three office days per week) to help you stay connected with colleagues and clients. With WSP, you'll have the opportunity to progress your career, deepen your Rail expertise, and shape the commercial outcomes of some of the UK's most significant transport investments. Your Team You'll join a diverse and motivated team of Project Managers, Commercial Managers and Rail specialists, all focused on delivering high quality commercial leadership in the Rail sector. We pride ourselves on delivering tailored solutions that shape the built environment and support the next generation of Rail infrastructure. A Little More About Your Role As a Senior Commercial Manager, you will: Lead and manage key client and stakeholder relationships, acting as a trusted commercial advisor. Prepare monthly commercial, cost and risk reports to provide clarity on project performance. Oversee commercial management activities in alignment with contract requirements and client governance. Manage project budgets, cost estimation, forecasting, tracking and reporting. Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers and contractors during procurement, working closely with client procurement teams. Support effective commercial management of the supply chain, promoting collaboration and trust. Ensure full compliance with client commercial procedures and standards. Review and approve project expenditures, invoices and commercial submissions. Chair commercial meetings with contractors, suppliers and delivery partners. Administer contracts through the full lifecycle, including formation, delivery and close out. Lead on change management, including negotiation of variations, claims and compensation events. Monitor contract performance, address commercial issues and draft necessary contractual correspondence. Conduct financial forecasting, risk assessment and develop mitigation strategies. Optimise resource allocation to support commercial and programme targets. Identify, manage and mitigate commercial risks, ensuring early warnings and regular risk reduction meetings with project teams. What We're Looking For We would love you to bring: A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline. Professional accreditation or progress towards it (e.g., MRICS, MCIOB). Strong experience in commercial management in the Rail or transportation infrastructure sector. Experience delivering major projects in a client side or consultancy environment. Exposure to organisations such as Network Rail, HS2, TfGM, or other rail delivery bodies. A proven ability to deliver commercial outcomes on multidisciplinary programmes. Strong leadership, communication and influencing skills, with presence and credibility. Proficiency in commercial management tools and software. In depth understanding of NEC3/NEC4 and wider rail industry commercial practices. Don't meet every requirement? We still encourage you to apply - your experience may align with other opportunities across our team. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can. Apply today. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
Electrical Components / Distribution / Technical Wholesale To £60,000pa + bonus and benefits Leeds About the Opportunity We are proud to be partnering with one of the UK's leading electrical component stockholders and distributors as they continue to invest heavily in their operations, supply chain, and product range. This is a long-established, highly respected organisation supplying OEMs, panel builders, industrial automation businesses, MRO operations, and specialist engineering clients across the UK and internationally. Due to continued expansion and increased demand, our client is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead their procurement function, drive supplier performance, and ensure the business maintains its reputation for exceptional availability and service. This is a fantastic opportunity for a procurement professional with strong technical purchasing experience to step into a strategic, high-impact role within a growing and forward-thinking business. The Role Working as part of the senior operations team, the Purchasing Manager will take full responsibility for procurement strategy, supplier relationships, and inventory optimisation. You will manage a small but capable team and work closely with sales, finance, and warehouse operations to ensure a streamlined and commercially driven supply chain. Key Responsibilities Procurement & Supplier Management Oversee sourcing, negotiation, and supplier selection across a wide range of electrical components. Build and maintain strong relationships with UK, European, and global suppliers-including Far East sourcing where relevant. Negotiate pricing, terms, rebates, and service agreements to maximise margin and secure competitive advantage. Conduct regular supplier reviews and ensure consistent performance against KPIs. Inventory Optimisation & Forecasting Maintain optimal stock levels across a high-SKU product portfolio. Analyse sales forecasts, historical data, and market trends to make informed purchasing decisions. Minimise stockouts, obsolescence, and slow-moving items through proactive planning. Support the development of improved stock management processes and system efficiencies. Commercial & Operational Leadership Lead and mentor the purchasing team, ensuring clarity, accountability, and continuous development. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align purchasing strategies with sales opportunities and operational needs. Provide regular reports and insights to senior management on market conditions, supplier performance, costs, and risks. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency and overall business performance. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a candidate who can demonstrate:Experience & Technical Skills Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager, Senior Buyer, or Procurement Lead within electrical distribution, electronics, engineering supply, or similar technical environments. Strong understanding of electrical components, technical product ranges, or engineered products. Skilled in negotiation, supplier management, and contract discussions. Confident with ERP/MRP systems and comfortable working with complex data sets. Personal Attributes Commercially astute with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. A proactive, hands-on leader who can balance strategic thinking with day-to-day operational responsibilities. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Able to thrive in a fast-paced, growing business with high customer expectations. What's in It for You? Competitive salary package Performance-related bonus opportunities Pension and benefits Career progression in a highly successful, expanding organisation A supportive, collaborative culture with real scope to influence business strategy How to Apply This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious purchasing professional to join a leading name in the electrical distribution sector. To apply, please submit your CV quoting job reference 10331.
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Electrical Components / Distribution / Technical Wholesale To £60,000pa + bonus and benefits Leeds About the Opportunity We are proud to be partnering with one of the UK's leading electrical component stockholders and distributors as they continue to invest heavily in their operations, supply chain, and product range. This is a long-established, highly respected organisation supplying OEMs, panel builders, industrial automation businesses, MRO operations, and specialist engineering clients across the UK and internationally. Due to continued expansion and increased demand, our client is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead their procurement function, drive supplier performance, and ensure the business maintains its reputation for exceptional availability and service. This is a fantastic opportunity for a procurement professional with strong technical purchasing experience to step into a strategic, high-impact role within a growing and forward-thinking business. The Role Working as part of the senior operations team, the Purchasing Manager will take full responsibility for procurement strategy, supplier relationships, and inventory optimisation. You will manage a small but capable team and work closely with sales, finance, and warehouse operations to ensure a streamlined and commercially driven supply chain. Key Responsibilities Procurement & Supplier Management Oversee sourcing, negotiation, and supplier selection across a wide range of electrical components. Build and maintain strong relationships with UK, European, and global suppliers-including Far East sourcing where relevant. Negotiate pricing, terms, rebates, and service agreements to maximise margin and secure competitive advantage. Conduct regular supplier reviews and ensure consistent performance against KPIs. Inventory Optimisation & Forecasting Maintain optimal stock levels across a high-SKU product portfolio. Analyse sales forecasts, historical data, and market trends to make informed purchasing decisions. Minimise stockouts, obsolescence, and slow-moving items through proactive planning. Support the development of improved stock management processes and system efficiencies. Commercial & Operational Leadership Lead and mentor the purchasing team, ensuring clarity, accountability, and continuous development. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align purchasing strategies with sales opportunities and operational needs. Provide regular reports and insights to senior management on market conditions, supplier performance, costs, and risks. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency and overall business performance. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a candidate who can demonstrate:Experience & Technical Skills Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager, Senior Buyer, or Procurement Lead within electrical distribution, electronics, engineering supply, or similar technical environments. Strong understanding of electrical components, technical product ranges, or engineered products. Skilled in negotiation, supplier management, and contract discussions. Confident with ERP/MRP systems and comfortable working with complex data sets. Personal Attributes Commercially astute with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. A proactive, hands-on leader who can balance strategic thinking with day-to-day operational responsibilities. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Able to thrive in a fast-paced, growing business with high customer expectations. What's in It for You? Competitive salary package Performance-related bonus opportunities Pension and benefits Career progression in a highly successful, expanding organisation A supportive, collaborative culture with real scope to influence business strategy How to Apply This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious purchasing professional to join a leading name in the electrical distribution sector. To apply, please submit your CV quoting job reference 10331.
Job Description Role: Management Consulting Manager - Public Sector (Business Case & Financial Modelling Specialist) Location: London, Manchester, Newcastle Mobility: Up to 100% Career Level: Manager Due to the nature of client work you will be undertaking, you will need to be willing to go through a Security Clearance process as part of this role. This requires at least 5 years residency in the UK and not having left the country for more than 30 days consecutively. Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next generation technology to each business challenge. We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too. "Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO As a team The Public Sector Strategy & Consulting team are working at the centre of high profile transformations across the UK government and healthcare sectors. Within the practice, you will work on innovative projects with colleagues and clients to drive excellence from strategy through to implementation, making changes that directly impact citizens. You will be using the latest technologies and methodologies with clients to help them achieve tangible outcomes and accelerate value. Do you want to work in an environment that is cutting edge, collaborative and challenging, doing work that really matters? You'll learn, grow and advance in a collaborative culture that thrives on shared success, diverse ways of thinking and enables boundaryless opportunities that can drive your career in new and exciting ways. At Accenture, you can truly take control of your own career. If you're looking for a challenging career working in a vibrant environment with access to training and a global network of experts, this could be the role for you. In our team you will learn: How to develop and deliver solutions to real world problems, partnering with clients to achieve positive outcomes through collaboration How to maximise the use of data in everything you do, using this data to drive solutions and tell meaningful stories to our clients How to lead with user centricity at the heart of our work To obsess about driving value for your clients How to advise our clients on major transformations and reinventions, via the development of HM Treasury Green Book compliant business cases and supporting analysis As a Strategy & Consulting Manager in H&PS, you will: Work on projects across a range of clients delivering services to the public, including central government departments, the NHS, arms length bodies, private health clients, research and regulatory and integrated care systems. Be the face of Accenture to the client in your engagements, working with senior stakeholders to advise, challenge and coach as needed Develop detailed understanding of your client's business and drive issue based discussions grounded in a clear understanding of client challenges and barriers. Cultivate trust based client relationships Identify and address client business issues through root cause analysis and by applying pragmatic, results driven problem solving techniques and creative insights. Use a human centred approach to solve problems, frame opportunities, and achieve innovation through collaboration and co creation. Own streams of complex work that meets client expectations on delivering value centric, data driven outcomes Lead teams to deliver excellence to the client Be a people leader, creating an environment your people want to work in, and managing the day to day work of your team Qualification We are looking for experience in the following skills: The most important thing for us is that you display the right attitude. We would like you to actively contribute to our community and clients as a practitioner, think logically to tackle problems and engage others. We want you to be driven to develop yourself and others, an ability to see and articulate the bigger picture of how individual projects and deliverables create value for citizens and a passion for innovation and the latest technology trends. This role will require creative thinking, excellent client communication skills and the ability to identify new innovative ways to apply our skills and services to solve a wider set of client problems. Specific to this role, we are seeking experienced consultants who can credibly lead and deliver business cases and financial models for public sector clients, supporting senior decision makers on complex investment, transformation and policy choices. You will combine strong analytical and quantitative capability with the ability to structure problems, develop clear strategic narratives and work confidently with senior stakeholders in government and health settings. As a Manager in this area, you will be adept at leading teams (often blended, across Accenture, client personnel, and other suppliers) to synthesise high quality business cases and lead them through formal governance and approvals. This could involve direct liaison with departmental economists and scrutineers. When dealing with high value business cases (in some cases securing multi billion pound investments) you will need to demonstrate a high degree of credibility and resilience to defend our work to robust challenge and scrutiny. As well as the above, you should have experience/expertise in one or more of the following areas: Creating and/or managing complex business cases Building and reviewing financial, economic or analytical models, ideally aligned to HM Treasury Green Book principles Experience translating analysis into clear recommendations and decision points for senior stakeholders Analytical problem solving skills and continuous improvement techniques Strategic thinking skills and the ability to bring insight to complex problems Designing and/or implementing operating models Designing or delivering supply chain transformation Working with data in the design or delivery of consulting services in the public sector Working with technology to design or deliver transformation of public services Strong interpersonal skills, with the capability to influence senior stakeholders Experience of working with public sector clients, either in government departments or health & care clients Experience driving new business in terms of strategy, relationships and identifying growth opportunities Experience in project & programme management methodologies and governance - including best practice industry techniques and frameworks (e.g. PRINCE/ MSP) Experience of delivering projects using Agile techniques and frameworks and the ability to lead Agile teams Ability to operate at all stages of a project/programme lifecycle, from proposal through to full programme delivery, and experience managing risks and working with senior client partners. Set yourself apart: In depth understanding of the specific government or healthcare landscapes you have worked in Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with confidence working in Excel and interpreting complex data sets Direct experience developing or assuring Green Book business cases (including Five Case Model) Exposure to spending reviews, investment committees or assurance processes (e.g. IPA, departmental investment boards) Professional qualifications or training in financial modelling, economics, appraisal or related disciplines Experience working on complex, ambiguous policy or transformation problems where evidence is contested or incomplete Experience with data science or data architecture Experience in owning and managing relationships with leadership (either with your clients or internal stakeholders) Trained in Agile methodologies, programme or project management techniques (e.g. Prince 2, Managing Successful Programmes) and/or a Design Thinking practitioner Experience of using data visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI, Qlik, etc) to support analytical storytelling Exposure to current technologies (e.g. Cloud, Agentic / Generative AI) PowerPoint skills, specifically in terms of communicating complex topics and messages to aid decision making What's in it for you At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 30 days' vacation per year, private medical insurance, a generous Shared Parental Leave policy, and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice! Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first class services we are known for. Locations London Manchester . click apply for full job details
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Job Description Role: Management Consulting Manager - Public Sector (Business Case & Financial Modelling Specialist) Location: London, Manchester, Newcastle Mobility: Up to 100% Career Level: Manager Due to the nature of client work you will be undertaking, you will need to be willing to go through a Security Clearance process as part of this role. This requires at least 5 years residency in the UK and not having left the country for more than 30 days consecutively. Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next generation technology to each business challenge. We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too. "Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO As a team The Public Sector Strategy & Consulting team are working at the centre of high profile transformations across the UK government and healthcare sectors. Within the practice, you will work on innovative projects with colleagues and clients to drive excellence from strategy through to implementation, making changes that directly impact citizens. You will be using the latest technologies and methodologies with clients to help them achieve tangible outcomes and accelerate value. Do you want to work in an environment that is cutting edge, collaborative and challenging, doing work that really matters? You'll learn, grow and advance in a collaborative culture that thrives on shared success, diverse ways of thinking and enables boundaryless opportunities that can drive your career in new and exciting ways. At Accenture, you can truly take control of your own career. If you're looking for a challenging career working in a vibrant environment with access to training and a global network of experts, this could be the role for you. In our team you will learn: How to develop and deliver solutions to real world problems, partnering with clients to achieve positive outcomes through collaboration How to maximise the use of data in everything you do, using this data to drive solutions and tell meaningful stories to our clients How to lead with user centricity at the heart of our work To obsess about driving value for your clients How to advise our clients on major transformations and reinventions, via the development of HM Treasury Green Book compliant business cases and supporting analysis As a Strategy & Consulting Manager in H&PS, you will: Work on projects across a range of clients delivering services to the public, including central government departments, the NHS, arms length bodies, private health clients, research and regulatory and integrated care systems. Be the face of Accenture to the client in your engagements, working with senior stakeholders to advise, challenge and coach as needed Develop detailed understanding of your client's business and drive issue based discussions grounded in a clear understanding of client challenges and barriers. Cultivate trust based client relationships Identify and address client business issues through root cause analysis and by applying pragmatic, results driven problem solving techniques and creative insights. Use a human centred approach to solve problems, frame opportunities, and achieve innovation through collaboration and co creation. Own streams of complex work that meets client expectations on delivering value centric, data driven outcomes Lead teams to deliver excellence to the client Be a people leader, creating an environment your people want to work in, and managing the day to day work of your team Qualification We are looking for experience in the following skills: The most important thing for us is that you display the right attitude. We would like you to actively contribute to our community and clients as a practitioner, think logically to tackle problems and engage others. We want you to be driven to develop yourself and others, an ability to see and articulate the bigger picture of how individual projects and deliverables create value for citizens and a passion for innovation and the latest technology trends. This role will require creative thinking, excellent client communication skills and the ability to identify new innovative ways to apply our skills and services to solve a wider set of client problems. Specific to this role, we are seeking experienced consultants who can credibly lead and deliver business cases and financial models for public sector clients, supporting senior decision makers on complex investment, transformation and policy choices. You will combine strong analytical and quantitative capability with the ability to structure problems, develop clear strategic narratives and work confidently with senior stakeholders in government and health settings. As a Manager in this area, you will be adept at leading teams (often blended, across Accenture, client personnel, and other suppliers) to synthesise high quality business cases and lead them through formal governance and approvals. This could involve direct liaison with departmental economists and scrutineers. When dealing with high value business cases (in some cases securing multi billion pound investments) you will need to demonstrate a high degree of credibility and resilience to defend our work to robust challenge and scrutiny. As well as the above, you should have experience/expertise in one or more of the following areas: Creating and/or managing complex business cases Building and reviewing financial, economic or analytical models, ideally aligned to HM Treasury Green Book principles Experience translating analysis into clear recommendations and decision points for senior stakeholders Analytical problem solving skills and continuous improvement techniques Strategic thinking skills and the ability to bring insight to complex problems Designing and/or implementing operating models Designing or delivering supply chain transformation Working with data in the design or delivery of consulting services in the public sector Working with technology to design or deliver transformation of public services Strong interpersonal skills, with the capability to influence senior stakeholders Experience of working with public sector clients, either in government departments or health & care clients Experience driving new business in terms of strategy, relationships and identifying growth opportunities Experience in project & programme management methodologies and governance - including best practice industry techniques and frameworks (e.g. PRINCE/ MSP) Experience of delivering projects using Agile techniques and frameworks and the ability to lead Agile teams Ability to operate at all stages of a project/programme lifecycle, from proposal through to full programme delivery, and experience managing risks and working with senior client partners. Set yourself apart: In depth understanding of the specific government or healthcare landscapes you have worked in Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with confidence working in Excel and interpreting complex data sets Direct experience developing or assuring Green Book business cases (including Five Case Model) Exposure to spending reviews, investment committees or assurance processes (e.g. IPA, departmental investment boards) Professional qualifications or training in financial modelling, economics, appraisal or related disciplines Experience working on complex, ambiguous policy or transformation problems where evidence is contested or incomplete Experience with data science or data architecture Experience in owning and managing relationships with leadership (either with your clients or internal stakeholders) Trained in Agile methodologies, programme or project management techniques (e.g. Prince 2, Managing Successful Programmes) and/or a Design Thinking practitioner Experience of using data visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI, Qlik, etc) to support analytical storytelling Exposure to current technologies (e.g. Cloud, Agentic / Generative AI) PowerPoint skills, specifically in terms of communicating complex topics and messages to aid decision making What's in it for you At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 30 days' vacation per year, private medical insurance, a generous Shared Parental Leave policy, and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice! Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first class services we are known for. Locations London Manchester . click apply for full job details
Description Junior Project Manager (Defence) UNLEASH YOUR POTENTIAL We are seeking a motivated and developing Junior Project Manager to support the delivery of Defence programmes and projects within complex, regulated environments. This role is ideal for someone early in their project management career who is looking to build experience across the full project lifecycle while working alongside experienced Programme and Project Managers. Are you ready to take the next step in your career? The Junior Project Manager will support delivery activities across a portfolio of projects, contributing to planning, reporting, governance, and stakeholder engagement under the guidance of senior colleagues. You will gain exposure to Defence, Government, policing and intelligence domains while developing core project management capability. Your Role and overview You will support the day to day management of projects, change activity, and new business initiatives for a Government client. This is a full time, permanent role. Security clearance will be required and supported as part of the role. You will work as part of a multi functional delivery team, helping to ensure projects are delivered in line with agreed scope, schedule, cost, and quality expectations. This role offers structured development, mentoring, and training in recognised project management methods and tools. Your Role and Responsibilities Support the planning and coordination of project activities to ensure delivery against agreed milestones Assist with maintaining project schedules, action logs, RAID logs, and project documentation Contribute to internal and external project reporting on a weekly and monthly basis Support coordination of internal teams and third party suppliers Assist with management of project scope, requirements, and acceptance criteria Support risk and issue management activities, escalating where appropriate Participate in customer meetings and briefings as a supporting team member Help maintain strong working relationships with clients and stakeholders Ensure project activities comply with governance, quality standards, and contractual obligations Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement activities Skills, Experience and Attributes We are looking for someone who demonstrates strong potential and a foundation in project management, including: Experience supporting projects or workstreams within a structured delivery environment Awareness of project delivery approaches such as Agile and Waterfall Strong organisational skills with attention to detail Good written and verbal communication skills Ability to work effectively within a multi disciplinary team A logical, analytical approach to problem solving Willingness to learn and develop core project management skills Desirable (but not essential): Exposure to Defence, Government, or regulated environments Working towards or holding an entry level project management qualification (e.g. APM PFQ, Prince2 Foundation, Agile Foundation) Location and Ways of Working This role will be hybrid or at a Leidos facility, with travel to customer sites as required to Farnborough and Huntingdon. Training and mentoring will be provided on Leidos proprietary tools, processes, and delivery frameworks. Clearance Requirements This role will require attainment and maintenance of an appropriate level of UK security clearance. Applicants must be UK nationals. Who We Are Leidos UK & Europe works to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science. Our work in the UK spans Defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation. What we do for you At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work life balance. We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes: Contributory Pension Scheme Private Medical Insurance 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays) Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme) Flexi Time Commitment to Diversity We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws. Are you ready to make an impact? Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career, share your CV with us today!
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Description Junior Project Manager (Defence) UNLEASH YOUR POTENTIAL We are seeking a motivated and developing Junior Project Manager to support the delivery of Defence programmes and projects within complex, regulated environments. This role is ideal for someone early in their project management career who is looking to build experience across the full project lifecycle while working alongside experienced Programme and Project Managers. Are you ready to take the next step in your career? The Junior Project Manager will support delivery activities across a portfolio of projects, contributing to planning, reporting, governance, and stakeholder engagement under the guidance of senior colleagues. You will gain exposure to Defence, Government, policing and intelligence domains while developing core project management capability. Your Role and overview You will support the day to day management of projects, change activity, and new business initiatives for a Government client. This is a full time, permanent role. Security clearance will be required and supported as part of the role. You will work as part of a multi functional delivery team, helping to ensure projects are delivered in line with agreed scope, schedule, cost, and quality expectations. This role offers structured development, mentoring, and training in recognised project management methods and tools. Your Role and Responsibilities Support the planning and coordination of project activities to ensure delivery against agreed milestones Assist with maintaining project schedules, action logs, RAID logs, and project documentation Contribute to internal and external project reporting on a weekly and monthly basis Support coordination of internal teams and third party suppliers Assist with management of project scope, requirements, and acceptance criteria Support risk and issue management activities, escalating where appropriate Participate in customer meetings and briefings as a supporting team member Help maintain strong working relationships with clients and stakeholders Ensure project activities comply with governance, quality standards, and contractual obligations Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement activities Skills, Experience and Attributes We are looking for someone who demonstrates strong potential and a foundation in project management, including: Experience supporting projects or workstreams within a structured delivery environment Awareness of project delivery approaches such as Agile and Waterfall Strong organisational skills with attention to detail Good written and verbal communication skills Ability to work effectively within a multi disciplinary team A logical, analytical approach to problem solving Willingness to learn and develop core project management skills Desirable (but not essential): Exposure to Defence, Government, or regulated environments Working towards or holding an entry level project management qualification (e.g. APM PFQ, Prince2 Foundation, Agile Foundation) Location and Ways of Working This role will be hybrid or at a Leidos facility, with travel to customer sites as required to Farnborough and Huntingdon. Training and mentoring will be provided on Leidos proprietary tools, processes, and delivery frameworks. Clearance Requirements This role will require attainment and maintenance of an appropriate level of UK security clearance. Applicants must be UK nationals. Who We Are Leidos UK & Europe works to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science. Our work in the UK spans Defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation. What we do for you At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work life balance. We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes: Contributory Pension Scheme Private Medical Insurance 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays) Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme) Flexi Time Commitment to Diversity We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws. Are you ready to make an impact? Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career, share your CV with us today!
We are recruiting for a successful, family-run construction organisation known for looking after their people and creating a supportive, collaborative working environment. Due to maternity leave, we are seeking an experienced and proactive Office Manager to ensure the smooth running of our office operations. This is a great opportunity to join a stable and growing business, with potential for further opportunities once the contract ends. Length of contract approx. 14 months with a handover. This is a hybrid role 1 day a week in the office after induction. Role Overview The Office Manager will play a key role in supporting day-to-day business operations, ensuring the office runs efficiently and providing administrative support to the wider team. Experience working within the construction industry (or a similar technical/operational environment) is highly desirable, as the role involves liaising with site teams, suppliers, and subcontractors. Key Responsibilities Office Management & Coordination Oversee the daily running of the office, ensuring a smooth, well-organised working environment. Act as the first point of contact for staff, visitors, suppliers, and external partners. Manage incoming calls, general inboxes, and enquiries. Maintain office supplies, equipment, and facilities. Administrative Support Prepare and format documents, reports, and correspondence. Support the senior leadership team with diary management, meeting coordination, and general administration. Maintain accurate records, filing systems, and databases. Construction-Related Administration Assist with project documentation including RAMS, site files, permits, and compliance paperwork. Support with subcontractor onboarding, document collection, and maintaining accreditations. Process purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices (depending on structure). Liaise with site managers, project managers, and operational teams. HR & People Support (Light-Touch) Support with onboarding new starters (document collection, induction scheduling, etc.). Keep holiday, sickness, and training records up to date. Ensure employee information is handled confidentially and accurately. Health, Safety & Compliance (Office Focused) Ensure the office meets health & safety standards. Coordinate H&S training and renewals where required. Support the team with document audits and compliance checks. Skills & Experience Required Experience in a similar Office Manager, Office Coordinator, or Administrator role. Construction industry experience or familiarity with technical project environments (highly desirable). Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail. Confident communicator with the ability to build strong working relationships. Proficient with MS Office and general business systems. Ability to multitask and prioritise effectively in a busy environment. Confident working independently and using initiative. Personal Attributes Friendly, approachable, and professional. Adaptable and calm under pressure. Strong team player with a proactive attitude. Trustworthy, with high levels of confidentiality and integrity. Benefits Supportive and welcoming family-run business culture. Staff are well looked after, with a strong focus on wellbeing and work-life balance. Opportunities may be available beyond the maternity cover, depending on business needs.
Apr 06, 2026
Seasonal
We are recruiting for a successful, family-run construction organisation known for looking after their people and creating a supportive, collaborative working environment. Due to maternity leave, we are seeking an experienced and proactive Office Manager to ensure the smooth running of our office operations. This is a great opportunity to join a stable and growing business, with potential for further opportunities once the contract ends. Length of contract approx. 14 months with a handover. This is a hybrid role 1 day a week in the office after induction. Role Overview The Office Manager will play a key role in supporting day-to-day business operations, ensuring the office runs efficiently and providing administrative support to the wider team. Experience working within the construction industry (or a similar technical/operational environment) is highly desirable, as the role involves liaising with site teams, suppliers, and subcontractors. Key Responsibilities Office Management & Coordination Oversee the daily running of the office, ensuring a smooth, well-organised working environment. Act as the first point of contact for staff, visitors, suppliers, and external partners. Manage incoming calls, general inboxes, and enquiries. Maintain office supplies, equipment, and facilities. Administrative Support Prepare and format documents, reports, and correspondence. Support the senior leadership team with diary management, meeting coordination, and general administration. Maintain accurate records, filing systems, and databases. Construction-Related Administration Assist with project documentation including RAMS, site files, permits, and compliance paperwork. Support with subcontractor onboarding, document collection, and maintaining accreditations. Process purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices (depending on structure). Liaise with site managers, project managers, and operational teams. HR & People Support (Light-Touch) Support with onboarding new starters (document collection, induction scheduling, etc.). Keep holiday, sickness, and training records up to date. Ensure employee information is handled confidentially and accurately. Health, Safety & Compliance (Office Focused) Ensure the office meets health & safety standards. Coordinate H&S training and renewals where required. Support the team with document audits and compliance checks. Skills & Experience Required Experience in a similar Office Manager, Office Coordinator, or Administrator role. Construction industry experience or familiarity with technical project environments (highly desirable). Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail. Confident communicator with the ability to build strong working relationships. Proficient with MS Office and general business systems. Ability to multitask and prioritise effectively in a busy environment. Confident working independently and using initiative. Personal Attributes Friendly, approachable, and professional. Adaptable and calm under pressure. Strong team player with a proactive attitude. Trustworthy, with high levels of confidentiality and integrity. Benefits Supportive and welcoming family-run business culture. Staff are well looked after, with a strong focus on wellbeing and work-life balance. Opportunities may be available beyond the maternity cover, depending on business needs.
Events Manager / Senior Events Manager Location: The Albert Halls Complex, Bolton Contract Type: Interim, Full-Time Pay Rate: £22.13 - £23.92 per hour (PAYE) We are seeking an experienced Events Manager / Senior Events Manager for our client to lead the planning and delivery of high-quality events and bar operations at The Albert Halls Complex. This role is pivotal in delivering exceptional guest experiences and driving strong commercial performance, aligning with Bolton's cultural ambitions. Day-to-day of the role: Event & Conference Management: Plan and deliver a diverse programme of events including corporate and industry events, community showcases, private hires, and seasonal and cultural programmes. Coordinate with internal teams, external partners, and suppliers to ensure smooth execution. Manage AV, staging, hospitality, and logistics. Ensure all activities comply with health & safety and licensing requirements. Bar Operations: Oversee the setup and launch of the new bar. Manage staffing, stock control, and service standards. Supervise bar operations during events and public openings. Monitor sales performance, margins, and customer satisfaction. Align bar operations with both commercial and cultural objectives. Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and manage casual or agency staff. Create rotas and manage shift cover for events and bar service. Foster a positive, inclusive, and professional working environment. Commercial & Reporting: Support event and bar budgets and cost control. Track KPIs including footfall, revenue, and customer feedback. Contribute to post-event reviews and future planning. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience as an Events Manager or Senior Events Manager, preferably in a similar setting. Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage diverse teams. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of managing relationships with artists, suppliers, staff, and guests. Operational proficiency in venue operations, bar service, and event safety. Experience with event management systems, POS systems, and basic reporting tools. A proactive, creative, and hands-on approach to event planning and execution. Benefits : Competitive hourly rate. Opportunity to work in a dynamic, culturally rich environment. Chance to contribute significantly to local cultural and commercial growth. Involvement in a wide range of events and activities. To apply for this Events Manager / Senior Events Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role at The Albert Halls Complex.
Apr 06, 2026
Seasonal
Events Manager / Senior Events Manager Location: The Albert Halls Complex, Bolton Contract Type: Interim, Full-Time Pay Rate: £22.13 - £23.92 per hour (PAYE) We are seeking an experienced Events Manager / Senior Events Manager for our client to lead the planning and delivery of high-quality events and bar operations at The Albert Halls Complex. This role is pivotal in delivering exceptional guest experiences and driving strong commercial performance, aligning with Bolton's cultural ambitions. Day-to-day of the role: Event & Conference Management: Plan and deliver a diverse programme of events including corporate and industry events, community showcases, private hires, and seasonal and cultural programmes. Coordinate with internal teams, external partners, and suppliers to ensure smooth execution. Manage AV, staging, hospitality, and logistics. Ensure all activities comply with health & safety and licensing requirements. Bar Operations: Oversee the setup and launch of the new bar. Manage staffing, stock control, and service standards. Supervise bar operations during events and public openings. Monitor sales performance, margins, and customer satisfaction. Align bar operations with both commercial and cultural objectives. Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and manage casual or agency staff. Create rotas and manage shift cover for events and bar service. Foster a positive, inclusive, and professional working environment. Commercial & Reporting: Support event and bar budgets and cost control. Track KPIs including footfall, revenue, and customer feedback. Contribute to post-event reviews and future planning. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience as an Events Manager or Senior Events Manager, preferably in a similar setting. Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage diverse teams. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of managing relationships with artists, suppliers, staff, and guests. Operational proficiency in venue operations, bar service, and event safety. Experience with event management systems, POS systems, and basic reporting tools. A proactive, creative, and hands-on approach to event planning and execution. Benefits : Competitive hourly rate. Opportunity to work in a dynamic, culturally rich environment. Chance to contribute significantly to local cultural and commercial growth. Involvement in a wide range of events and activities. To apply for this Events Manager / Senior Events Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role at The Albert Halls Complex.
Showroom Sales Manager - Leading Bathroom Supplier Location: Stoke Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for customer service and sales? Ready to make an impact with a leading bathroom supplier known for quality products and excellent customer service? We're seeking an energetic Showroom Manager to take charge of our showroom. What We Offer: A role where you can build strong, lasting relationships with customers, both in-store and over the phone. The opportunity to drive business growth and maximise profits. A direct line of communication with senior management, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. Full training provided, so no prior bathroom sales experience is necessary. What We're Looking For: A confident leader with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Proven sales experience and a track record of building relationships in trade, sales, or retail. A natural problem-solver who can spot business opportunities and nurture long-term customer connections. Self-motivated, adaptable, and ready to grow. Why Join Us? Career progression: Grow with a top brand in the industry. Exciting environment: Lead a thriving showroom and make an impact from day one. Supportive training: Learn on the job, with all the tools you need for success. If you're friendly, confident, and ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you! Apply today to become a key player with an industry leader in bathroom supply! Mandeville is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Showroom Sales Manager - Leading Bathroom Supplier Location: Stoke Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for customer service and sales? Ready to make an impact with a leading bathroom supplier known for quality products and excellent customer service? We're seeking an energetic Showroom Manager to take charge of our showroom. What We Offer: A role where you can build strong, lasting relationships with customers, both in-store and over the phone. The opportunity to drive business growth and maximise profits. A direct line of communication with senior management, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. Full training provided, so no prior bathroom sales experience is necessary. What We're Looking For: A confident leader with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Proven sales experience and a track record of building relationships in trade, sales, or retail. A natural problem-solver who can spot business opportunities and nurture long-term customer connections. Self-motivated, adaptable, and ready to grow. Why Join Us? Career progression: Grow with a top brand in the industry. Exciting environment: Lead a thriving showroom and make an impact from day one. Supportive training: Learn on the job, with all the tools you need for success. If you're friendly, confident, and ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you! Apply today to become a key player with an industry leader in bathroom supply! Mandeville is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Job Title: Senior IT Sourcing SpecialistReporting to: IT Procurement and Supplier ManagerDirect Reports: NonePosition Type: Permanent - full timeOverview: Why Standing still is not an option in the current world of Insurance. TMHCC is one of the world's leading Specialty Insurers. With deep expertise in our chosen lines of business, our unparalleled track record and a solid balance sheet, TMHCC evaluates and manages risk like no one else in the industry. Looking beyond profit, empowering our people and delivering on our commitments are at the core of our customer values, along with a desire to grow and provide creative and innovative solutions to our clients.About OperationsOperations sits at the heart of TMHCC, we ensure the smooth running of all business processes - from policy administration and claims handling to data, technology, and delivery. We focus on driving efficiency which enables our teams across the business to deliver exceptional results every day. Our value statement: Ops makes it happen.Operations is made up of 7 functions, this role sits within: Procurement and Workplace ManagementFrom identifying the scope of the goods and services required to deliver business outcomes, to negotiating pricing and managing the full lifecycle of contracts and suppliers. Procurement focuses on delivering Value For Money for the organisation. We leverage market intelligence and navigate the regulatory landscape to achieve commercial outcomes and reduce risk and complexity.Job Purpose:To support the delivery of IT Sourcing and Category strategies primarily across IT Professional Services and Software, Cloud and SaaS by driving cost efficiency, commercial value, and risk management. The role partners with key stakeholders to lead and support sourcing initiatives, manage strategic suppliers, deliver complex deals and negotiations, and provide trusted commercial advice, contributing to the ongoing development and effectiveness of the IT Sourcing function.Key Responsibilities:Working as part of an IT sourcing and category management team working across Enterprise and local agreements, focusing on making an ongoing, tangible contribution to cost efficiency and commercial/contractual risk management, through: Supporting the IT Category Manager in developing sub-category strategies in partnership with key stakeholders and assisting with their effective delivery Providing a commercial advisory service to key stakeholders Relationship and performance management for a portion of the IT strategic suppliers Influencing the adoption of appropriate sourcing across key stakeholder groups Effective sourcing service for new deals, leading RFPs and renewals, including complex and high-profile commercial/contractual negotiations Significant interaction with senior internal clients and representatives from suppliers Creating and presenting impactful deal summaries/recommendations Maintaining deal pipelines Supporting the ongoing development of the IT Sourcing function Analysing and reporting on spending trends, cost drivers, and savings opportunities across IT spend categories.Performance Objectives: Securing favourable contract terms Successful supplier negotiations Leading Sourcing eventsSkills and Experience Specification: Experience of sourcing the relevant spend categories in a blue-chip environment, with a proven track record of successfully leading commercial and contract activities Experience in supporting the development and maintenance of category and sub- category plans Experience with assisting portfolio opportunity analysis and subsequent benefit delivery Ability to effectively influence the sourcing strategy for individual projects Ability to lead market analysis, competitive bidding and negotiation activities, with a range of value and complexity Ability to re- negotiate contracts and extract value from incumbent suppliers Excellent understanding of commercial levers and legal terms and conditions, relating predominantly to IT Professional Services and Software contracts Strong and experienced commercial and contract negotiator Is highly credible and an effective communicator Self-starter who can work with minimal supervision and manage a large volume of projects Can contribute effectively to and/or co-ordinate cross-functional teams Can drive projects to a conclusion while maintaining a high quality of task deliveryEssential: Excellent commercial and analytical skills Excellent oral and written communication and problem-solving skills Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders Ability to work with a degree of autonomy whilst working collaboratively with a wider team based in the UK, Europe and AmericaDesirable: Knowledge of the operation of the London insurance market, its various participants and insurance regulatory requirements Strong and confident negotiator at all levels Confident and self-assured Self-motivated and able to work well under pressure Resilient, optimistic and open to change Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills Results orientated with ability to plan and deliver against business deadlines What We Offer The Tokio Marine HCC Group of Companies offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. We are a successful, dynamic organization experiencing rapid growth and are seeking energetic and confident individuals to join our team of professionals.The Tokio Marine HCC Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit for more information about our companies.
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior IT Sourcing SpecialistReporting to: IT Procurement and Supplier ManagerDirect Reports: NonePosition Type: Permanent - full timeOverview: Why Standing still is not an option in the current world of Insurance. TMHCC is one of the world's leading Specialty Insurers. With deep expertise in our chosen lines of business, our unparalleled track record and a solid balance sheet, TMHCC evaluates and manages risk like no one else in the industry. Looking beyond profit, empowering our people and delivering on our commitments are at the core of our customer values, along with a desire to grow and provide creative and innovative solutions to our clients.About OperationsOperations sits at the heart of TMHCC, we ensure the smooth running of all business processes - from policy administration and claims handling to data, technology, and delivery. We focus on driving efficiency which enables our teams across the business to deliver exceptional results every day. Our value statement: Ops makes it happen.Operations is made up of 7 functions, this role sits within: Procurement and Workplace ManagementFrom identifying the scope of the goods and services required to deliver business outcomes, to negotiating pricing and managing the full lifecycle of contracts and suppliers. Procurement focuses on delivering Value For Money for the organisation. We leverage market intelligence and navigate the regulatory landscape to achieve commercial outcomes and reduce risk and complexity.Job Purpose:To support the delivery of IT Sourcing and Category strategies primarily across IT Professional Services and Software, Cloud and SaaS by driving cost efficiency, commercial value, and risk management. The role partners with key stakeholders to lead and support sourcing initiatives, manage strategic suppliers, deliver complex deals and negotiations, and provide trusted commercial advice, contributing to the ongoing development and effectiveness of the IT Sourcing function.Key Responsibilities:Working as part of an IT sourcing and category management team working across Enterprise and local agreements, focusing on making an ongoing, tangible contribution to cost efficiency and commercial/contractual risk management, through: Supporting the IT Category Manager in developing sub-category strategies in partnership with key stakeholders and assisting with their effective delivery Providing a commercial advisory service to key stakeholders Relationship and performance management for a portion of the IT strategic suppliers Influencing the adoption of appropriate sourcing across key stakeholder groups Effective sourcing service for new deals, leading RFPs and renewals, including complex and high-profile commercial/contractual negotiations Significant interaction with senior internal clients and representatives from suppliers Creating and presenting impactful deal summaries/recommendations Maintaining deal pipelines Supporting the ongoing development of the IT Sourcing function Analysing and reporting on spending trends, cost drivers, and savings opportunities across IT spend categories.Performance Objectives: Securing favourable contract terms Successful supplier negotiations Leading Sourcing eventsSkills and Experience Specification: Experience of sourcing the relevant spend categories in a blue-chip environment, with a proven track record of successfully leading commercial and contract activities Experience in supporting the development and maintenance of category and sub- category plans Experience with assisting portfolio opportunity analysis and subsequent benefit delivery Ability to effectively influence the sourcing strategy for individual projects Ability to lead market analysis, competitive bidding and negotiation activities, with a range of value and complexity Ability to re- negotiate contracts and extract value from incumbent suppliers Excellent understanding of commercial levers and legal terms and conditions, relating predominantly to IT Professional Services and Software contracts Strong and experienced commercial and contract negotiator Is highly credible and an effective communicator Self-starter who can work with minimal supervision and manage a large volume of projects Can contribute effectively to and/or co-ordinate cross-functional teams Can drive projects to a conclusion while maintaining a high quality of task deliveryEssential: Excellent commercial and analytical skills Excellent oral and written communication and problem-solving skills Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders Ability to work with a degree of autonomy whilst working collaboratively with a wider team based in the UK, Europe and AmericaDesirable: Knowledge of the operation of the London insurance market, its various participants and insurance regulatory requirements Strong and confident negotiator at all levels Confident and self-assured Self-motivated and able to work well under pressure Resilient, optimistic and open to change Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills Results orientated with ability to plan and deliver against business deadlines What We Offer The Tokio Marine HCC Group of Companies offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. We are a successful, dynamic organization experiencing rapid growth and are seeking energetic and confident individuals to join our team of professionals.The Tokio Marine HCC Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit for more information about our companies.
About the role Salary (external only): Base salary: £61,622pa to c.£77,028pa depending on skills and experience. In addition, we offer flexible benefits fund of 20% which is paid on top base salary and is fully pensionable, as well as a range of competitive benefits - check them out in the Benefits section on our website. HS2 Ltd endeavours to ensure everyone working for us and with us feels included, thrives and achieves their full potential. In practice, this means we are positive and inclusive about making adjustments, providing flexible working, encouraging our staff networks to flourish and providing personal and professional development opportunities. As a Disputes Manager at HS2 you will have accountability for devising strategies for tribunal cases identifying those to settle and those we may wish to refer. The role will work with our Strategic Suppliers to undertake risk/cost assessments of their cases, identify those to be proactively managed and liaise with Legal to establish an agreed approach to each case. As required the role may also involve the active negotiation of complex, high risk and contentious property acquisitions either approaching, or already in active dispute resolution procedures. The role includes advice on setting strategy in new, novel and contentious areas of compulsory purchase. About the role Actively promote and embed Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all your work, and support and comply with all organisational initiatives, policies and procedures on EDI. Accountable for devising strategies for tribunal cases, co-ordinating input from all relevant expert parties and managing a tracker of all existing tribunal cases and potential cases across blight determination, blight compensation, 'Compulsory Purchase Order' compensation and 'Material Detriment', plotting key dates, case officer, lawyers, experts and counsel together with an accountability 'RACI' matrix. Ascertain DfT delegations with regards to 'Sealed offers' and 'Material Detriment' approvals. Deliver 'Sealed Offers' and 'Calder Bank Offers' with Case officers where appropriate in live and potential cases. Work with strategic suppliers to undertake risk / cost matrix of their cases to identify hotspots which need to be managed proactively. Work with legal to establish home team of Counsel, including the identification and instruction of experts across various disciplines that can be procured easily and quickly and undertake 'lessons learned' in Tribunal cases. Leads on the design of 'strategy for individual tribunal' cases including identifying those cases to settle and those we may want to refer, acknowledging the repercussive nature of those strategies for both HS2 Ltd and compulsory purchase practice. Implement Improvements in ADR policy and provide advice to all team members. Seek to share expertise and knowledge on strategies and compulsory purchase practice with Case Managers, Acquisitions Leads and Senior Property Acquisition Managers Contribute to the monthly reporting pack and report costs and opportunities to Head of Acquisitions and the Land and Property Director on a quarterly basis Adhere to HS2 Ltd's Health and Safety policies. About You Skills: Relationship management with the ability to adopt different styles with different stakeholders, influencing decisions and negotiating outcomes where necessary Communication skills - including the ability to draft concisely, clearly and persuasively and present strategies and solutions through papers, reports and presentations, understanding when politics are at play and work towards achieving the best outcome for Land and Property, the Claimant and Affected Parties, for HS2 Ltd and ultimately the tax-payer Ability to gather and synthesise information, identifying options and applying sound judgement based on logic and reason, making use of a variety of analytical approaches to provide relevant information to suppliers, stakeholders and decision makers using key facts and data. Advisory skills - including the ability to deliver independent expert evidence Knowledge: Chartered Surveyor (or equivalent) Understanding of the Land and Property Industry, policy and legislation Knowledge of how compulsory purchase works as well as other government compensation schemes across commercial, agricultural and residential markets. Knowledge of managing and delivering within the constraints under which public sector arm's length bodies operates and an understanding of the nature of central government relationships with HS2 Ltd. Type of experience: Experience working in the Land and Property sector in a similar complex infrastructure environment Experience of working with suppliers to develop effective working relationships and manage performance to ensure delivery through the supply chain. Experience carrying out briefings to Select Committees Experience in working as part of a Counsel team in securing powers for a large infrastructure project Experience working in a property environment (preferably in the land acquisition related to infrastructure projects), with substantial land assembly experience at a senior level. Experience in providing expert evidence in Tribunal and Select Committees or Development Consent Order / Transport and Works Act Order Inquiries The post-holder is expected to behave at all times in a manner consistent with the HS2 values of Safety, Leadership, Integrity and Respect. It is expected that you will actively promote and embed Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all your work and support and comply with all organisational initiatives, policies and procedures on EDI. As HS2 Ltd do not hold a sponsorship license from the Home Office, we are not able to provide sponsorship to any applicant. Applicants must already have the Right to Work in the UK at the time of application and our process involves a Right to Work validation prior to the interview stage. Note, there are certain types of time-bound visas that we cannot accept. Any offers made to applicants will be subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks which include Nationality & Immigration Status, employment references, DBS, Financial and Education checks. We ask for a variety of detail in your online application, however we perform the first assessment of suitability for a role based solely on the information in your CV. In a further development of our efforts to create a more diverse workforce, your CV will be anonymised and personal information will be removed during the first stage of the application review. This removes bias from the process and makes it even more important that you attach an updated word version of your CV for each new application ensuring you include evidence directly related to the criteria in the job advert. Watch this video on how we remove bias in the recruitment process: Removing bias in the recruitment process Any applications received after the closing date will not be considered. About Us High Speed 2 (HS2 Ltd) will be the UK's new high speed rail network. As well as improving capacity, the new scheme will shorten journey times between a number of Britain's major population centres, boost the economy and create thousands of jobs. HS2 Ltd will create a skills legacy and develop a diverse range of talent. We aim to be a leader in EDI practice by creating a safe & inclusive working environment for all our staff - living our values of Safety, Respect, Integrity and Leadership. In practice, this means we are positive and inclusive about making adjustments, providing flexible working, encouraging our staff networks to flourish and providing personal and professional development opportunities. HS2 Ltd is also a safety-critical organisation. Employees are required to ensure reasonable care of their own and others' health and safety by taking personal responsibility for working to our 'Safe at Heart' programme principles and following safe working procedures at all times. HS2 Ltd endeavours to ensure everyone working for us and with us feels included, thrives and achieves their full potential. Job Info Job Identification 250616 Job Category Land and Property Posting Date 01/29/2026, 01:36 PM Apply Before 02/11/2026, 11:59 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations 2 Snowhill, Birmingham, B4 6GA, GB Permanent or Fixed Term Contract Permanent
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
About the role Salary (external only): Base salary: £61,622pa to c.£77,028pa depending on skills and experience. In addition, we offer flexible benefits fund of 20% which is paid on top base salary and is fully pensionable, as well as a range of competitive benefits - check them out in the Benefits section on our website. HS2 Ltd endeavours to ensure everyone working for us and with us feels included, thrives and achieves their full potential. In practice, this means we are positive and inclusive about making adjustments, providing flexible working, encouraging our staff networks to flourish and providing personal and professional development opportunities. As a Disputes Manager at HS2 you will have accountability for devising strategies for tribunal cases identifying those to settle and those we may wish to refer. The role will work with our Strategic Suppliers to undertake risk/cost assessments of their cases, identify those to be proactively managed and liaise with Legal to establish an agreed approach to each case. As required the role may also involve the active negotiation of complex, high risk and contentious property acquisitions either approaching, or already in active dispute resolution procedures. The role includes advice on setting strategy in new, novel and contentious areas of compulsory purchase. About the role Actively promote and embed Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all your work, and support and comply with all organisational initiatives, policies and procedures on EDI. Accountable for devising strategies for tribunal cases, co-ordinating input from all relevant expert parties and managing a tracker of all existing tribunal cases and potential cases across blight determination, blight compensation, 'Compulsory Purchase Order' compensation and 'Material Detriment', plotting key dates, case officer, lawyers, experts and counsel together with an accountability 'RACI' matrix. Ascertain DfT delegations with regards to 'Sealed offers' and 'Material Detriment' approvals. Deliver 'Sealed Offers' and 'Calder Bank Offers' with Case officers where appropriate in live and potential cases. Work with strategic suppliers to undertake risk / cost matrix of their cases to identify hotspots which need to be managed proactively. Work with legal to establish home team of Counsel, including the identification and instruction of experts across various disciplines that can be procured easily and quickly and undertake 'lessons learned' in Tribunal cases. Leads on the design of 'strategy for individual tribunal' cases including identifying those cases to settle and those we may want to refer, acknowledging the repercussive nature of those strategies for both HS2 Ltd and compulsory purchase practice. Implement Improvements in ADR policy and provide advice to all team members. Seek to share expertise and knowledge on strategies and compulsory purchase practice with Case Managers, Acquisitions Leads and Senior Property Acquisition Managers Contribute to the monthly reporting pack and report costs and opportunities to Head of Acquisitions and the Land and Property Director on a quarterly basis Adhere to HS2 Ltd's Health and Safety policies. About You Skills: Relationship management with the ability to adopt different styles with different stakeholders, influencing decisions and negotiating outcomes where necessary Communication skills - including the ability to draft concisely, clearly and persuasively and present strategies and solutions through papers, reports and presentations, understanding when politics are at play and work towards achieving the best outcome for Land and Property, the Claimant and Affected Parties, for HS2 Ltd and ultimately the tax-payer Ability to gather and synthesise information, identifying options and applying sound judgement based on logic and reason, making use of a variety of analytical approaches to provide relevant information to suppliers, stakeholders and decision makers using key facts and data. Advisory skills - including the ability to deliver independent expert evidence Knowledge: Chartered Surveyor (or equivalent) Understanding of the Land and Property Industry, policy and legislation Knowledge of how compulsory purchase works as well as other government compensation schemes across commercial, agricultural and residential markets. Knowledge of managing and delivering within the constraints under which public sector arm's length bodies operates and an understanding of the nature of central government relationships with HS2 Ltd. Type of experience: Experience working in the Land and Property sector in a similar complex infrastructure environment Experience of working with suppliers to develop effective working relationships and manage performance to ensure delivery through the supply chain. Experience carrying out briefings to Select Committees Experience in working as part of a Counsel team in securing powers for a large infrastructure project Experience working in a property environment (preferably in the land acquisition related to infrastructure projects), with substantial land assembly experience at a senior level. Experience in providing expert evidence in Tribunal and Select Committees or Development Consent Order / Transport and Works Act Order Inquiries The post-holder is expected to behave at all times in a manner consistent with the HS2 values of Safety, Leadership, Integrity and Respect. It is expected that you will actively promote and embed Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all your work and support and comply with all organisational initiatives, policies and procedures on EDI. As HS2 Ltd do not hold a sponsorship license from the Home Office, we are not able to provide sponsorship to any applicant. Applicants must already have the Right to Work in the UK at the time of application and our process involves a Right to Work validation prior to the interview stage. Note, there are certain types of time-bound visas that we cannot accept. Any offers made to applicants will be subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks which include Nationality & Immigration Status, employment references, DBS, Financial and Education checks. We ask for a variety of detail in your online application, however we perform the first assessment of suitability for a role based solely on the information in your CV. In a further development of our efforts to create a more diverse workforce, your CV will be anonymised and personal information will be removed during the first stage of the application review. This removes bias from the process and makes it even more important that you attach an updated word version of your CV for each new application ensuring you include evidence directly related to the criteria in the job advert. Watch this video on how we remove bias in the recruitment process: Removing bias in the recruitment process Any applications received after the closing date will not be considered. About Us High Speed 2 (HS2 Ltd) will be the UK's new high speed rail network. As well as improving capacity, the new scheme will shorten journey times between a number of Britain's major population centres, boost the economy and create thousands of jobs. HS2 Ltd will create a skills legacy and develop a diverse range of talent. We aim to be a leader in EDI practice by creating a safe & inclusive working environment for all our staff - living our values of Safety, Respect, Integrity and Leadership. In practice, this means we are positive and inclusive about making adjustments, providing flexible working, encouraging our staff networks to flourish and providing personal and professional development opportunities. HS2 Ltd is also a safety-critical organisation. Employees are required to ensure reasonable care of their own and others' health and safety by taking personal responsibility for working to our 'Safe at Heart' programme principles and following safe working procedures at all times. HS2 Ltd endeavours to ensure everyone working for us and with us feels included, thrives and achieves their full potential. Job Info Job Identification 250616 Job Category Land and Property Posting Date 01/29/2026, 01:36 PM Apply Before 02/11/2026, 11:59 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations 2 Snowhill, Birmingham, B4 6GA, GB Permanent or Fixed Term Contract Permanent
Location: Yorkshire Salary: Circa £100,000 + benefits Position: Full-Time, Permanent Reports To: Group CEO A long-established business in the bakery and food sector is seeking a seasoned leader to step into a pivotal role at a time of planned leadership transition. With the current Managing Director preparing for retirement, we are offering a rare succession opportunity - this position can be appointed either at General Manager level with a clear path to Managing Director, or directly as Managing Director, depending on the experience and capability of the successful candidate. About the Role This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role, with full P&L responsibility and accountability for operational performance, commercial growth, and long-term business strategy. You will lead a skilled team of 50+ and be responsible for developing high-performing operations while driving innovation and sustainable growth in the bakery and food sector. Key Responsibilities Deliver strategic and financial objectives in line with company goals. Lead and develop the senior management team to achieve business performance targets. Improve operational effectiveness, drive efficiencies, and foster collaborative leadership. Strengthen relationships with key customers, suppliers, and stakeholders. Identify new opportunities in product development, market expansion, and innovation. Ensure robust financial reporting, compliance, and site safety standards. Establish a strong performance culture with measurable KPIs and team accountability. What We're Looking For Background in the bakery or food industry is essential. Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a similar discipline. Proven leadership in low-volume, engineered product manufacturing within food. Experience as a Managing Director or General Manager with oversight of 50+ staff. Track record of driving commercial success and building effective management teams. Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills. Willingness to travel nationally and internationally when required. Ideal Attributes Commercially astute and results-focused. Confident in leading cross-functional teams and fostering collaboration. Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence. Acts with integrity and holds others to account. Promotes a culture of openness, innovation, and high performance. Why This Role? This is a unique opportunity to join a well-respected player in the bakery and food industry, stepping into a leadership role with full influence and the backing of a stable, supportive ownership structure. If you're ready for a strategic leadership position with room to make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you.
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Location: Yorkshire Salary: Circa £100,000 + benefits Position: Full-Time, Permanent Reports To: Group CEO A long-established business in the bakery and food sector is seeking a seasoned leader to step into a pivotal role at a time of planned leadership transition. With the current Managing Director preparing for retirement, we are offering a rare succession opportunity - this position can be appointed either at General Manager level with a clear path to Managing Director, or directly as Managing Director, depending on the experience and capability of the successful candidate. About the Role This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role, with full P&L responsibility and accountability for operational performance, commercial growth, and long-term business strategy. You will lead a skilled team of 50+ and be responsible for developing high-performing operations while driving innovation and sustainable growth in the bakery and food sector. Key Responsibilities Deliver strategic and financial objectives in line with company goals. Lead and develop the senior management team to achieve business performance targets. Improve operational effectiveness, drive efficiencies, and foster collaborative leadership. Strengthen relationships with key customers, suppliers, and stakeholders. Identify new opportunities in product development, market expansion, and innovation. Ensure robust financial reporting, compliance, and site safety standards. Establish a strong performance culture with measurable KPIs and team accountability. What We're Looking For Background in the bakery or food industry is essential. Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a similar discipline. Proven leadership in low-volume, engineered product manufacturing within food. Experience as a Managing Director or General Manager with oversight of 50+ staff. Track record of driving commercial success and building effective management teams. Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills. Willingness to travel nationally and internationally when required. Ideal Attributes Commercially astute and results-focused. Confident in leading cross-functional teams and fostering collaboration. Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence. Acts with integrity and holds others to account. Promotes a culture of openness, innovation, and high performance. Why This Role? This is a unique opportunity to join a well-respected player in the bakery and food industry, stepping into a leadership role with full influence and the backing of a stable, supportive ownership structure. If you're ready for a strategic leadership position with room to make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you.
Function: Supply Chain Modernisation - Delivery Location: Nottingham - Hybrid Contract type: Permanent Salary: Offered on a starting salary of £54,884 per annum, with the potential to increase to £64,570.00 over three years NHS Supply Chain currently has an opportunity for you to join our team during an exciting period of transformation, working to make it easier for the NHS to put patients first. Working as a part of the Delivery team, the Property Manager is SCCL's Commercial property custodian, responsible for ensuring SCCL meets its legal, financial and commercial obligations across its office and warehouse property portfolio. This includes oversight of leases and occupancy agreements, business rates, landlord relationships, insurance requirements, and compliance with Government Property Controls. The role safeguards SCCL's property interests, ensuring commercial consistency, cost control, strong landlord engagement and full compliance with central government standards. The Property Manager supports strategic estate planning and plays a critical role in ensuring SCCL's office and warehouse footprint remains fit for the future. Every day you will Lead all lease events including renewals, break options, rent reviews and expiries, coordinating all activity with SCCL's appointed real estate agent, ensuring commercial negotiations reflect SCCL's aims and follow defined approval pathways Work closely with your line manager and key stakeholders to capture SCCL's commercial, operational and strategic requirements, ensuring these are clearly communicated to the real estate agent so that negotiations accurately reflect SCCL's objective You will own and coordinate SCCL's acquisition and disposal processes, ensuring commercial, legal and financial implications are fully understood, governed and escalated through the appropriate approval channels Lead the Government Property Spend Controls (PCAR) process; drafting the business case through engagement with senior leaders, securing Executive approval; submitting documentation to DHSC and Cabinet Office; and drafting responses to clarification questions Work as SCCL's internal lead, ensuring landlord engagement is proactive, issues are escalated, and outcomes align with SCCL's commercial and operational objectives Oversee SCCL's business rates obligations and its building/contents insurance requirements, ensuring compliance, accuracy and risk management across all sites What can we offer you? Hybrid working opportunities, giving you the flexibility to work collaboratively in the office and remotely. We recognise our employees' hard work and contributions with annual bonus schemes, long service, and VIP colleagues awards. 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 5 days. We are dedicated to your development, through in-house training, support, and access to external qualifications to maximise your potential. A focus on your well-being offering 1 day of paid well-being leave and free access to the 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Generous pension scheme (with us contributing 12% when you contribute 6%) Access to our Flexible Benefits Scheme, where you can choose from a variety of benefits such as Life Insurance, Critical Illness Cover, Income Protection, Health Cash Plan, Dental Insurance, and additional pension contributions that suit you. 2 days of paid volunteering leave allowing you to give back to your community. Access to many discounts from the Blue Light Card to NHS Discounts. NHS Supply Chain, who are we? Our role is to support the NHS to save lives and improve health. We are a part of the NHS family, and our role is to source, deliver and supply healthcare products, services and food for NHS trusts and healthcare organisations across England and Wales. We serve every NHS Trust and operate a national network of distribution centres, managing relationships with more than a thousand suppliers and delivering more than 8,000,000 orders each year to more than 17,000 locations. Doing all of this on behalf of the NHS gives NHS staff more time to focus on their main priority of providing excellent patient care. What skills will help you thrive in this role? Experience managing commercial property portfolios, including leases, rent reviews, break options, dilapidations and landlord liaison Strong understanding of commercial property law principles and the financial, legal and operational implications of lease obligations. Experience coordinating acquisitions and disposals, including governance, due diligence and stakeholder alignment. Knowledge of business rates processes, valuations and opportunities for challenge or appeal. Experience managing buildings content insurance requirements and working with insurance brokers. Want to develop your career with the NHS Supply Chain? Then apply below or reach out for an informal discussion about the role in confidence by emailing us at Our Inclusive Commitment At NHS Supply Chain, we are committed to building an inclusive environment where difference is not only valued, but celebrated, giving everyone the opportunity to thrive in their career. Developing our people is key to our success, so if this role sounds like the right next step in your career but your experience doesn't match perfectly with the job advert, we encourage you to still apply. Struggling to complete our application form, and require additional support? Reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at who will be happy to help you with alternative ways to apply. We reserve the right to close any vacancy from further submissions when we have received sufficient applications from which to make a shortlist. Please apply without delay if you wish to be considered for this role. SCCL is a company Registered in England and Wales, with company number , to act as the management function of the NHS Supply Chain.
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Function: Supply Chain Modernisation - Delivery Location: Nottingham - Hybrid Contract type: Permanent Salary: Offered on a starting salary of £54,884 per annum, with the potential to increase to £64,570.00 over three years NHS Supply Chain currently has an opportunity for you to join our team during an exciting period of transformation, working to make it easier for the NHS to put patients first. Working as a part of the Delivery team, the Property Manager is SCCL's Commercial property custodian, responsible for ensuring SCCL meets its legal, financial and commercial obligations across its office and warehouse property portfolio. This includes oversight of leases and occupancy agreements, business rates, landlord relationships, insurance requirements, and compliance with Government Property Controls. The role safeguards SCCL's property interests, ensuring commercial consistency, cost control, strong landlord engagement and full compliance with central government standards. The Property Manager supports strategic estate planning and plays a critical role in ensuring SCCL's office and warehouse footprint remains fit for the future. Every day you will Lead all lease events including renewals, break options, rent reviews and expiries, coordinating all activity with SCCL's appointed real estate agent, ensuring commercial negotiations reflect SCCL's aims and follow defined approval pathways Work closely with your line manager and key stakeholders to capture SCCL's commercial, operational and strategic requirements, ensuring these are clearly communicated to the real estate agent so that negotiations accurately reflect SCCL's objective You will own and coordinate SCCL's acquisition and disposal processes, ensuring commercial, legal and financial implications are fully understood, governed and escalated through the appropriate approval channels Lead the Government Property Spend Controls (PCAR) process; drafting the business case through engagement with senior leaders, securing Executive approval; submitting documentation to DHSC and Cabinet Office; and drafting responses to clarification questions Work as SCCL's internal lead, ensuring landlord engagement is proactive, issues are escalated, and outcomes align with SCCL's commercial and operational objectives Oversee SCCL's business rates obligations and its building/contents insurance requirements, ensuring compliance, accuracy and risk management across all sites What can we offer you? Hybrid working opportunities, giving you the flexibility to work collaboratively in the office and remotely. We recognise our employees' hard work and contributions with annual bonus schemes, long service, and VIP colleagues awards. 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 5 days. We are dedicated to your development, through in-house training, support, and access to external qualifications to maximise your potential. A focus on your well-being offering 1 day of paid well-being leave and free access to the 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Generous pension scheme (with us contributing 12% when you contribute 6%) Access to our Flexible Benefits Scheme, where you can choose from a variety of benefits such as Life Insurance, Critical Illness Cover, Income Protection, Health Cash Plan, Dental Insurance, and additional pension contributions that suit you. 2 days of paid volunteering leave allowing you to give back to your community. Access to many discounts from the Blue Light Card to NHS Discounts. NHS Supply Chain, who are we? Our role is to support the NHS to save lives and improve health. We are a part of the NHS family, and our role is to source, deliver and supply healthcare products, services and food for NHS trusts and healthcare organisations across England and Wales. We serve every NHS Trust and operate a national network of distribution centres, managing relationships with more than a thousand suppliers and delivering more than 8,000,000 orders each year to more than 17,000 locations. Doing all of this on behalf of the NHS gives NHS staff more time to focus on their main priority of providing excellent patient care. What skills will help you thrive in this role? Experience managing commercial property portfolios, including leases, rent reviews, break options, dilapidations and landlord liaison Strong understanding of commercial property law principles and the financial, legal and operational implications of lease obligations. Experience coordinating acquisitions and disposals, including governance, due diligence and stakeholder alignment. Knowledge of business rates processes, valuations and opportunities for challenge or appeal. Experience managing buildings content insurance requirements and working with insurance brokers. Want to develop your career with the NHS Supply Chain? Then apply below or reach out for an informal discussion about the role in confidence by emailing us at Our Inclusive Commitment At NHS Supply Chain, we are committed to building an inclusive environment where difference is not only valued, but celebrated, giving everyone the opportunity to thrive in their career. Developing our people is key to our success, so if this role sounds like the right next step in your career but your experience doesn't match perfectly with the job advert, we encourage you to still apply. Struggling to complete our application form, and require additional support? Reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at who will be happy to help you with alternative ways to apply. We reserve the right to close any vacancy from further submissions when we have received sufficient applications from which to make a shortlist. Please apply without delay if you wish to be considered for this role. SCCL is a company Registered in England and Wales, with company number , to act as the management function of the NHS Supply Chain.
Business Development Manager Location- Scotland / Northern Ireland Earning potential: Base salary £45,000 OTE £60,000 Are you looking to join a successful and fast-growing business with a strong offer to the care sector? Countrywide Healthcare are the leading supplier of nursing and janitorial consumables to care homes and are looking to recruit an ambitious and hard-working Business Development Manager (BDM) with strong relationship building and business development skills to accelerate our growth in Scotland and Northern Ireland. The role of a Business Development Manager at Countrywide Healthcare: New Business Acquisition Identify and pursue new business opportunities through proactive prospecting, networking, and market outreach. Build and manage a strong sales pipeline, ensuring consistent lead generation and qualification. Create and deliver tailored proposals, pitches, and high-impact presentations to potential clients. Negotiate commercial terms and close deals aligned to growth targets. Market & Customer Insight Conduct market and competitor research to spot trends and new opportunities. Use data-driven insights to refine prospecting strategies and improve conversion. Gather customer feedback and share insights to support ongoing product/service improvements. Identify and develop growth opportunities within key accounts. Relationship Management Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key decision-makers. Ensure regular, value-adding communication with prospects and key accounts. Collaboration & Reporting Work with marketing, product, and operations teams to develop targeted campaigns and enhance the value proposition. Maintain accurate CRM data, forecasts, and pipeline reports. Report monthly on new business activity, performance against KPIs, and market trends. Skills and Experience we expect from a Business Development Manager: Proven experience in business development or sales, with a strong track record in winning new business. Ability to identify, pursue, and convert opportunities using a consultative approach. Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills. Confidence building relationships with senior stakeholders and decision-makers. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of market trends. Self-motivated, proactive, and target-driven. Comfortable using CRM systems and sales forecasting tools. Desirable experience: Experience in the long-term care sector. Knowledge of solution-based or complex sales cycles. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities. In return for your commitment and expertise in this role, you will get: Competitive Base Salary of £45,000 and OTE £60,000 Great hours Monday to Friday (40 hours a week) Company Car or Car Allowance Amazing Employee discounts with major supermarkets and retailers with phsPerks Training available to expand your skills. We offer accredited ILM training through external and in-house training 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (31 days in total), plus a Buy / Sell holiday scheme Free Parking onsite so no parking costs Other benefits such as improved parental leave, a 24-hour wellbeing helpline, cycle to work scheme, pension scheme, life assurance and more
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Business Development Manager Location- Scotland / Northern Ireland Earning potential: Base salary £45,000 OTE £60,000 Are you looking to join a successful and fast-growing business with a strong offer to the care sector? Countrywide Healthcare are the leading supplier of nursing and janitorial consumables to care homes and are looking to recruit an ambitious and hard-working Business Development Manager (BDM) with strong relationship building and business development skills to accelerate our growth in Scotland and Northern Ireland. The role of a Business Development Manager at Countrywide Healthcare: New Business Acquisition Identify and pursue new business opportunities through proactive prospecting, networking, and market outreach. Build and manage a strong sales pipeline, ensuring consistent lead generation and qualification. Create and deliver tailored proposals, pitches, and high-impact presentations to potential clients. Negotiate commercial terms and close deals aligned to growth targets. Market & Customer Insight Conduct market and competitor research to spot trends and new opportunities. Use data-driven insights to refine prospecting strategies and improve conversion. Gather customer feedback and share insights to support ongoing product/service improvements. Identify and develop growth opportunities within key accounts. Relationship Management Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key decision-makers. Ensure regular, value-adding communication with prospects and key accounts. Collaboration & Reporting Work with marketing, product, and operations teams to develop targeted campaigns and enhance the value proposition. Maintain accurate CRM data, forecasts, and pipeline reports. Report monthly on new business activity, performance against KPIs, and market trends. Skills and Experience we expect from a Business Development Manager: Proven experience in business development or sales, with a strong track record in winning new business. Ability to identify, pursue, and convert opportunities using a consultative approach. Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills. Confidence building relationships with senior stakeholders and decision-makers. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of market trends. Self-motivated, proactive, and target-driven. Comfortable using CRM systems and sales forecasting tools. Desirable experience: Experience in the long-term care sector. Knowledge of solution-based or complex sales cycles. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities. In return for your commitment and expertise in this role, you will get: Competitive Base Salary of £45,000 and OTE £60,000 Great hours Monday to Friday (40 hours a week) Company Car or Car Allowance Amazing Employee discounts with major supermarkets and retailers with phsPerks Training available to expand your skills. We offer accredited ILM training through external and in-house training 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (31 days in total), plus a Buy / Sell holiday scheme Free Parking onsite so no parking costs Other benefits such as improved parental leave, a 24-hour wellbeing helpline, cycle to work scheme, pension scheme, life assurance and more
Are you an experience Operations Executive / Manager within the Travel / Education Travel Industry? Do you love all things Adventure / Challenge Travel? We have the role for you! One of the UK's leading operators of challenge Travel / Events (UK & Abroad) are looking for an experience Operations and Customer Experience Manager to join their team! The Operations Manager is a senior, hands-on role within the company, responsible for delivering a safe, good-value experience for our university student trip participants from booking through to the successful completion of their chosen challenge. This entails overseeing the pre-departure experience of participants as well as the management and booking of supplier services to ensure all trips are run safely and efficiently for all participants. The role: Overseeing the overall operations / admin for scheduled trips / events Maintaining Trip Date Mapping documents to ensure all trips are planned efficiently, liaising with sales staff to ensure departure dates are optimised. Take responsibility for ensuring that trips are mapped on dates with the best value flight prices and choose the best value airlines for each routing, taking flight times, layovers, cost per person and contractual terms into account. Request, negotiate and agree trip-specific quotes/contracts with airlines as early as possible, ensuring the cost per travelling participant is minimised. Take ownership of the pre-departure information and support journey for all participants and ensure it is optimised (executed by the Ops and CX coordinator) Take responsibility for recruiting (advertising, interviewing, training and budgeting) for ICOs and Events Managers (treks, 3 peaks and marathons) and medics for all required trips. Provide the company's medic with a comprehensive list of all participants who have indicated a medical condition, obtain all advice in writing and provide feedback to other relevant staff where the medic determines that a participant is not fit to travel. Track departmental budget lines and provide forecasted figures on request The Person: Experience in operations / administering group travel packages Building and maintaining professional relationships with suppliers Managed overseas incidents Experience with using custom CRMs Dealt with customer enquiries and complaints Experience of managing staff Travelled extensively Understanding of how travel packages are formed Strong IT literacy, especially spreadsheets Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to deal professionally with people from different cultural contexts Creating and maintaining effective working relationships Good presentation skills Drive, ambition and a desire to hit targets and achieve results Passion for running and/or adventure travel The package: A salary of circa £37,000 (depending on experience) Hybrid working - Office location in The City (St Paul Monday - Friday working hours Opportunities to Travel Interested? Please click APPLY or contact
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Are you an experience Operations Executive / Manager within the Travel / Education Travel Industry? Do you love all things Adventure / Challenge Travel? We have the role for you! One of the UK's leading operators of challenge Travel / Events (UK & Abroad) are looking for an experience Operations and Customer Experience Manager to join their team! The Operations Manager is a senior, hands-on role within the company, responsible for delivering a safe, good-value experience for our university student trip participants from booking through to the successful completion of their chosen challenge. This entails overseeing the pre-departure experience of participants as well as the management and booking of supplier services to ensure all trips are run safely and efficiently for all participants. The role: Overseeing the overall operations / admin for scheduled trips / events Maintaining Trip Date Mapping documents to ensure all trips are planned efficiently, liaising with sales staff to ensure departure dates are optimised. Take responsibility for ensuring that trips are mapped on dates with the best value flight prices and choose the best value airlines for each routing, taking flight times, layovers, cost per person and contractual terms into account. Request, negotiate and agree trip-specific quotes/contracts with airlines as early as possible, ensuring the cost per travelling participant is minimised. Take ownership of the pre-departure information and support journey for all participants and ensure it is optimised (executed by the Ops and CX coordinator) Take responsibility for recruiting (advertising, interviewing, training and budgeting) for ICOs and Events Managers (treks, 3 peaks and marathons) and medics for all required trips. Provide the company's medic with a comprehensive list of all participants who have indicated a medical condition, obtain all advice in writing and provide feedback to other relevant staff where the medic determines that a participant is not fit to travel. Track departmental budget lines and provide forecasted figures on request The Person: Experience in operations / administering group travel packages Building and maintaining professional relationships with suppliers Managed overseas incidents Experience with using custom CRMs Dealt with customer enquiries and complaints Experience of managing staff Travelled extensively Understanding of how travel packages are formed Strong IT literacy, especially spreadsheets Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to deal professionally with people from different cultural contexts Creating and maintaining effective working relationships Good presentation skills Drive, ambition and a desire to hit targets and achieve results Passion for running and/or adventure travel The package: A salary of circa £37,000 (depending on experience) Hybrid working - Office location in The City (St Paul Monday - Friday working hours Opportunities to Travel Interested? Please click APPLY or contact
Lightspeed Retail is seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Design to lead our product design organization. This pivotal role will be responsible for defining and executing the design strategy across our entire suite of retail products, ensuring a cohesive, intuitive, and delightful user experience. You will build, mentor, and inspire a world class team of product designers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and user centricity. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong design thinking background, capable of translating complex business needs into elegant and impactful design solutions. As our Head of Product Design for Retail, you'll be instrumental in shaping the entire Lightspeed Retail experience ecosystem, encompassing Wholesale, In store Selling, and Online channels. Your leadership will ensure a cohesive, seamless, and highly competitive experience that directly impacts merchants in the real world, empowering them to build thriving businesses. You'll set the strategic design vision for our Retail products and be accountable for your team's collective performance and delivery. Eligible candidates must be based in eastern Canada or the United States. What you'll be doing: Global Design Leadership & Vision: Lead, mentor, and empower a diverse team of product designers across North America, EMEA, and APAC. Define and champion the overall design vision and strategy for Lightspeed Retail products, ensuring alignment with business objectives and user needs across our entire product portfolio, including those with AI driven features. Empowering Autonomous Teams: Foster an environment where designers embedded in highly autonomous product teams ("squads") can collaborate effectively through both synchronous and asynchronous methods, driving design quality and efficiency. User Experience Excellence: Oversee the end to end design process, from research and ideation to prototyping, testing, and implementation, ensuring an exceptional user experience across all touchpoints. Strategic Cross Functional Partnership: Serve as an equal partner to senior leaders in Product and Engineering, influencing product strategy and collaborating deeply to build innovative products that customers love and are willing to invest in, including those leveraging AI. Cultivating a Culture of Innovation: Instill and amplify a culture of innovation within the Design team and across the organization, actively identifying and celebrating groundbreaking ideas-especially those that explore the frontiers of AI in user experience. Partner with Design System: Facilitate healthy contribution to the Design System, ensuring its growth accommodates new interaction patterns and components required for AI driven experiences, in close partnership with Engineering. User Research & Insights: Advocate for and drive user research initiatives to deeply understand customer needs, behaviours, and pain points, translating insights into actionable design improvements. Building Organizational Trust & Advocacy: Develop strong, trusted relationships across the entire organization, leveraging your influence and industry connections to advocate for the design team and champion the value of design thinking, particularly in the context of intelligent systems. What you need to bring: We are looking for a seasoned design leader who is passionate about user experience, team development, and the transformative potential of technology. You should have: Extensive Product Design Expertise, Mentorship & Holistic Thinking: At least 12+ years of practical, in house product and/or consumer facing UX/UI and visual design experience, with a minimum of 7+ years in a people management role on a Design team. You'll demonstrate an eagerness and ability to work across all digital, AI powered, and, where applicable, physical manifestations of what we design, ensuring cohesive and intuitive experiences. Enterprise advocacy and influence, especially within technology driven sectors, is highly preferred. You should also possess a passion for mentoring executives, product managers, and engineers to deliver truly user centered solutions, particularly as they integrate and leverage AI. Acute Empathy & Self Awareness: A deep understanding of human behaviour and needs, coupled with profound empathy for both our customers (and their relationship with AI) and your team's goals. Evolutionary Technology Perspective: A tenured, forward thinking perspective on technology, product development, and design practices, with a specific understanding of the evolving landscape and implications of Artificial Intelligence. Applied Service Design: Demonstrated experience with service design practices and a commitment to continuously evolving your design process to encompass end to end user journeys that may include AI interactions. Exceptional Communication & Visualization: Outstanding communication and data visualization skills. You can eloquently articulate design decisions, bring internal stakeholders on your design journey, and concisely support your recommendations, especially when explaining complex AI interactions and their impact. Technical Design Proficiency: Expert proficiency in Figma, a strong understanding of Storybook, and a demonstrated ability to quickly adapt to and leverage new tools and technologies relevant to modern product design and AI integration. Portfolio: A strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional UX/UI design skills, strategic thinking, and successful product launches. Education: Bachelor's degree in Design, Human Computer Interaction, or a related field; Master's degree preferred. Benefits We know that people are more than what's on their CV. If you're unsure that you have the right profile for the role, hit the 'Apply' button and give it a try! A flexible work environment that empowers you to do your best work A culture that celebrates performance The chance to make an impact in a team that's big enough for career growth, but lean enough to make your voice heard Career defining opportunities Additional Benefits Flexible paid time off and remote work policies Equity options, because this is your company too Contributions to your pension plan. Your future matters Training opportunities to grow your skills and career Health and wellness credit so you feel your best Time off to volunteer and give back to your community Interest groups, employee led networks, social committees to sponsored sports teams Computer purchase programme to get your personal MacBook Enhanced parental leave to support growing families Fuel your growth. Find your people. At Lightspeed, your growth is our priority. We invest in you with continuous learning opportunities, global mobility and benefits designed to support you-all within a driven, diverse and inclusive team that's passionate about empowering our communities. Where to from here? Obviously, this has to be mutually beneficial: we want you to step into a role you love, and we want to offer you a place you're proud to come to every day. For a glimpse into our world check out our career page here . Lightspeed is building communities through commerce, and we need people from all backgrounds and lived experiences to do that. We were founded in 2005, in Montreal's gay village and our original members were all part of the LGBTQ+ community. The ethos of our business has been about inclusion from the very beginning, and we strive to provide a workplace where everyone belongs. Who we are Powering the businesses that are the backbone of the global economy, Lightspeed's one stop commerce platform helps merchants innovate to simplify, scale, and provide exceptional customer experiences. Our cloud commerce solution transforms and unifies online and physical operations, multichannel sales, expansion to new locations, global payments, financial solutions, and connection to supplier networks. Founded in Montréal, Canada in 2005, Lightspeed is dual listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: LSPD) and Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: LSPD). With teams across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the company serves retail, hospitality, and golf businesses in over 100 countries. To all recruitment agencies: Lightspeed does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. If we have not directly engaged your company in writing to supply candidates for a specific vacancy, Lightspeed will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Lightspeed is a proud equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier free workplace. Lightspeed welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of this selection process.
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Lightspeed Retail is seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Design to lead our product design organization. This pivotal role will be responsible for defining and executing the design strategy across our entire suite of retail products, ensuring a cohesive, intuitive, and delightful user experience. You will build, mentor, and inspire a world class team of product designers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and user centricity. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong design thinking background, capable of translating complex business needs into elegant and impactful design solutions. As our Head of Product Design for Retail, you'll be instrumental in shaping the entire Lightspeed Retail experience ecosystem, encompassing Wholesale, In store Selling, and Online channels. Your leadership will ensure a cohesive, seamless, and highly competitive experience that directly impacts merchants in the real world, empowering them to build thriving businesses. You'll set the strategic design vision for our Retail products and be accountable for your team's collective performance and delivery. Eligible candidates must be based in eastern Canada or the United States. What you'll be doing: Global Design Leadership & Vision: Lead, mentor, and empower a diverse team of product designers across North America, EMEA, and APAC. Define and champion the overall design vision and strategy for Lightspeed Retail products, ensuring alignment with business objectives and user needs across our entire product portfolio, including those with AI driven features. Empowering Autonomous Teams: Foster an environment where designers embedded in highly autonomous product teams ("squads") can collaborate effectively through both synchronous and asynchronous methods, driving design quality and efficiency. User Experience Excellence: Oversee the end to end design process, from research and ideation to prototyping, testing, and implementation, ensuring an exceptional user experience across all touchpoints. Strategic Cross Functional Partnership: Serve as an equal partner to senior leaders in Product and Engineering, influencing product strategy and collaborating deeply to build innovative products that customers love and are willing to invest in, including those leveraging AI. Cultivating a Culture of Innovation: Instill and amplify a culture of innovation within the Design team and across the organization, actively identifying and celebrating groundbreaking ideas-especially those that explore the frontiers of AI in user experience. Partner with Design System: Facilitate healthy contribution to the Design System, ensuring its growth accommodates new interaction patterns and components required for AI driven experiences, in close partnership with Engineering. User Research & Insights: Advocate for and drive user research initiatives to deeply understand customer needs, behaviours, and pain points, translating insights into actionable design improvements. Building Organizational Trust & Advocacy: Develop strong, trusted relationships across the entire organization, leveraging your influence and industry connections to advocate for the design team and champion the value of design thinking, particularly in the context of intelligent systems. What you need to bring: We are looking for a seasoned design leader who is passionate about user experience, team development, and the transformative potential of technology. You should have: Extensive Product Design Expertise, Mentorship & Holistic Thinking: At least 12+ years of practical, in house product and/or consumer facing UX/UI and visual design experience, with a minimum of 7+ years in a people management role on a Design team. You'll demonstrate an eagerness and ability to work across all digital, AI powered, and, where applicable, physical manifestations of what we design, ensuring cohesive and intuitive experiences. Enterprise advocacy and influence, especially within technology driven sectors, is highly preferred. You should also possess a passion for mentoring executives, product managers, and engineers to deliver truly user centered solutions, particularly as they integrate and leverage AI. Acute Empathy & Self Awareness: A deep understanding of human behaviour and needs, coupled with profound empathy for both our customers (and their relationship with AI) and your team's goals. Evolutionary Technology Perspective: A tenured, forward thinking perspective on technology, product development, and design practices, with a specific understanding of the evolving landscape and implications of Artificial Intelligence. Applied Service Design: Demonstrated experience with service design practices and a commitment to continuously evolving your design process to encompass end to end user journeys that may include AI interactions. Exceptional Communication & Visualization: Outstanding communication and data visualization skills. You can eloquently articulate design decisions, bring internal stakeholders on your design journey, and concisely support your recommendations, especially when explaining complex AI interactions and their impact. Technical Design Proficiency: Expert proficiency in Figma, a strong understanding of Storybook, and a demonstrated ability to quickly adapt to and leverage new tools and technologies relevant to modern product design and AI integration. Portfolio: A strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional UX/UI design skills, strategic thinking, and successful product launches. Education: Bachelor's degree in Design, Human Computer Interaction, or a related field; Master's degree preferred. Benefits We know that people are more than what's on their CV. If you're unsure that you have the right profile for the role, hit the 'Apply' button and give it a try! A flexible work environment that empowers you to do your best work A culture that celebrates performance The chance to make an impact in a team that's big enough for career growth, but lean enough to make your voice heard Career defining opportunities Additional Benefits Flexible paid time off and remote work policies Equity options, because this is your company too Contributions to your pension plan. Your future matters Training opportunities to grow your skills and career Health and wellness credit so you feel your best Time off to volunteer and give back to your community Interest groups, employee led networks, social committees to sponsored sports teams Computer purchase programme to get your personal MacBook Enhanced parental leave to support growing families Fuel your growth. Find your people. At Lightspeed, your growth is our priority. We invest in you with continuous learning opportunities, global mobility and benefits designed to support you-all within a driven, diverse and inclusive team that's passionate about empowering our communities. Where to from here? Obviously, this has to be mutually beneficial: we want you to step into a role you love, and we want to offer you a place you're proud to come to every day. For a glimpse into our world check out our career page here . Lightspeed is building communities through commerce, and we need people from all backgrounds and lived experiences to do that. We were founded in 2005, in Montreal's gay village and our original members were all part of the LGBTQ+ community. The ethos of our business has been about inclusion from the very beginning, and we strive to provide a workplace where everyone belongs. Who we are Powering the businesses that are the backbone of the global economy, Lightspeed's one stop commerce platform helps merchants innovate to simplify, scale, and provide exceptional customer experiences. Our cloud commerce solution transforms and unifies online and physical operations, multichannel sales, expansion to new locations, global payments, financial solutions, and connection to supplier networks. Founded in Montréal, Canada in 2005, Lightspeed is dual listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: LSPD) and Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: LSPD). With teams across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the company serves retail, hospitality, and golf businesses in over 100 countries. To all recruitment agencies: Lightspeed does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. If we have not directly engaged your company in writing to supply candidates for a specific vacancy, Lightspeed will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Lightspeed is a proud equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier free workplace. Lightspeed welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of this selection process.
Overview At haart Estate Agents, we are looking for a driven Lettings Branch Manager to continute the sucess of our East Ham branch. This is your opportunity to own your success, drive growth, and shape the future of your branch within one of the UK's most respected property brands. With the support of an industry-leading network, this is your chance to make a real mark on your local market. If you are passionate about property, thrive in a dynamic environment, and are motivated by success, we would like to hear from. Benefits of being a Lettings Branch Manager at haart Estate Agents in East Ham: Complete on-target earnings of £60,000-£75,000 £2,500 for your first 3 months of employment, whilst you build your pipeline Uncapped commission scheme A Company Car, or a monthly car allowance Elite bonus scheme Full time working hours: 8:30am to 6pm Monday-Friday, and 9am-5pm every other Saturday Your additional benefits as a Lettings Branch Manager at haart Estate Agents in East Ham: 30 days annual leave (includes bank holidays ) Enrolment at the Spicerhaart Learning & Development Centre Continued training as you grow and develop within your role Fully-funded training course to help you achieve a nationally recognised qualification within the property industry, including ARLA membership Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 access to our confidential helpline) Eye care Employee Referral Bonus Company Pension Scheme Personal 'Talk Time' with our CEOs Opportunity to earn a place in the CEO Exclusive Achievers Club Opportunity to earn a place on the plane for the annual Spicerhaart Incentive Trip Eligibility for our annual black tie Elevate Awards, in categories related to your role How you will make an impact as a Lettings Branch Manager at haart Estate Agents in East Ham: Leading daily meetings with the Lettings team Coaching the team to achieve KPI's Monitoring and assessing individual team member performance (Including but not limited to conducting one-to-one meetings) Encourage your teams development and progression Strong focus on generating new and repeat business Developing and maintaining strong relationships with Landlords and Tenants Liaising with Tenants and arranging property viewings in line with their needs Negotiating offers and agreeing new tenancies Ensuring the business is risk-averse and following the highest compliance standards for all regulatory bodies. Essential Skills of a Lettings Branch Manager at haart Estate Agents: Full UK Driving Licence for a manual vehicle Minimum of 2 years' experience within residential lettings at a Senior Negotiator position or higher Works well with others to create a team spirit and an enjoyable working environment. Demonstrates an ability to communicate effectively with and create trusting relationships with customers, suppliers, communities and each other The ability to create and action business plans relevant to your branch The ability to monitor and assess performance of local competitors A strong understanding of current legislation related to Residential Lettings Ability to manage time sensitive and high volume workloads A reputation for delivering outstanding customer service Ability to work under own initiative Good telephone manner Strong IT skills (Basic Microsoft Packages) Attention to detail The Finer Details We are currently conducting some interviews using video software. To be eligible to proceed in our recruitment process, you will need: Full UK Driving Licence Legal entitlement to live and work in the UK (in accordance with the Immigration Asylum and Nationality Act 2006) We'll need evidence of your right to work in the UK, in the form of: Passport/Birth Certificate We will also need Proof of Address National Insurance Drivers Licence Check Armed Forces Covenant Spicerhaart is a forces-friendly company offering many Estate Agency roles to those considering leaving the forces. If you are looking for an exciting career, where you feel part of something bigger, and where your excellent communication skills come into play every single day, then the world of property sales and lettings could be for you. Equal Opportunities At Spicerhaart, variety makes our Company DNA come to life. We love people, and what's more, we love the differences that make each person who they are, we support you and encourage those differences, to make you the best person you can be. Spicerhaart are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we welcome all talented individuals to apply for a career with us. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let our Talent Team know and we will be happy to assist to the best of our ability - regardless of how small or large your requirement may be. To All Recruitment Agencies Spicerhaart does not accept speculative agency CVs. Please do not forward CVs to the Talent Team, Spicerhaart employees or any other company location. Spicerhaart is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs received from external recruitment sources through our Preferred Suppliers List or otherwise. Privacy Policy We process any information you provide in accordance with our Privacy Policy which is available on the Spicerhaart website:
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Overview At haart Estate Agents, we are looking for a driven Lettings Branch Manager to continute the sucess of our East Ham branch. This is your opportunity to own your success, drive growth, and shape the future of your branch within one of the UK's most respected property brands. With the support of an industry-leading network, this is your chance to make a real mark on your local market. If you are passionate about property, thrive in a dynamic environment, and are motivated by success, we would like to hear from. Benefits of being a Lettings Branch Manager at haart Estate Agents in East Ham: Complete on-target earnings of £60,000-£75,000 £2,500 for your first 3 months of employment, whilst you build your pipeline Uncapped commission scheme A Company Car, or a monthly car allowance Elite bonus scheme Full time working hours: 8:30am to 6pm Monday-Friday, and 9am-5pm every other Saturday Your additional benefits as a Lettings Branch Manager at haart Estate Agents in East Ham: 30 days annual leave (includes bank holidays ) Enrolment at the Spicerhaart Learning & Development Centre Continued training as you grow and develop within your role Fully-funded training course to help you achieve a nationally recognised qualification within the property industry, including ARLA membership Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 access to our confidential helpline) Eye care Employee Referral Bonus Company Pension Scheme Personal 'Talk Time' with our CEOs Opportunity to earn a place in the CEO Exclusive Achievers Club Opportunity to earn a place on the plane for the annual Spicerhaart Incentive Trip Eligibility for our annual black tie Elevate Awards, in categories related to your role How you will make an impact as a Lettings Branch Manager at haart Estate Agents in East Ham: Leading daily meetings with the Lettings team Coaching the team to achieve KPI's Monitoring and assessing individual team member performance (Including but not limited to conducting one-to-one meetings) Encourage your teams development and progression Strong focus on generating new and repeat business Developing and maintaining strong relationships with Landlords and Tenants Liaising with Tenants and arranging property viewings in line with their needs Negotiating offers and agreeing new tenancies Ensuring the business is risk-averse and following the highest compliance standards for all regulatory bodies. Essential Skills of a Lettings Branch Manager at haart Estate Agents: Full UK Driving Licence for a manual vehicle Minimum of 2 years' experience within residential lettings at a Senior Negotiator position or higher Works well with others to create a team spirit and an enjoyable working environment. Demonstrates an ability to communicate effectively with and create trusting relationships with customers, suppliers, communities and each other The ability to create and action business plans relevant to your branch The ability to monitor and assess performance of local competitors A strong understanding of current legislation related to Residential Lettings Ability to manage time sensitive and high volume workloads A reputation for delivering outstanding customer service Ability to work under own initiative Good telephone manner Strong IT skills (Basic Microsoft Packages) Attention to detail The Finer Details We are currently conducting some interviews using video software. To be eligible to proceed in our recruitment process, you will need: Full UK Driving Licence Legal entitlement to live and work in the UK (in accordance with the Immigration Asylum and Nationality Act 2006) We'll need evidence of your right to work in the UK, in the form of: Passport/Birth Certificate We will also need Proof of Address National Insurance Drivers Licence Check Armed Forces Covenant Spicerhaart is a forces-friendly company offering many Estate Agency roles to those considering leaving the forces. If you are looking for an exciting career, where you feel part of something bigger, and where your excellent communication skills come into play every single day, then the world of property sales and lettings could be for you. Equal Opportunities At Spicerhaart, variety makes our Company DNA come to life. We love people, and what's more, we love the differences that make each person who they are, we support you and encourage those differences, to make you the best person you can be. Spicerhaart are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we welcome all talented individuals to apply for a career with us. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let our Talent Team know and we will be happy to assist to the best of our ability - regardless of how small or large your requirement may be. To All Recruitment Agencies Spicerhaart does not accept speculative agency CVs. Please do not forward CVs to the Talent Team, Spicerhaart employees or any other company location. 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The Role At Charles Tyrwhitt our purpose is to "Make it easy for men to dress well" and we can't do that without our specialist teams. This time, we're on the lookout for a People Partner who will be responsible for delivering our People agenda in the DC & CC directorate. What you will be doing The primary purposes of the People Partner - DC & CC are to support our Milton Keynes location with all people related matters. This involves successfully overseeing any ER cases in a timely and professional manner, ensuring they are resolved in line with our policies and procedures whilst remaining pragmatic to the needs of the business. Key Responsibilities People Lead and initial point of contact for Distribution Centre & Contact Centre Leadership Teams for operational and strategic initiatives. Oversee all ER activities in the DC & CC ensuring processes are followed effectively and efficiently. Support the People Advisor and management teams with complex ER cases and measures to mitigate risk. (i.e. coaching managers on Conduct, Capability and Attendance). Champion BE-liefs in all interactions with the DC & CC and ensure that they are embedded throughout the business area. Support DC & CC leaders to develop Culture Amp engagement action plans, holding them to account for delivery of them, recognising the critical role Employee Engagement plays in delivering business success Oversee the end to end talent management process for the DC & CC, ensuring there are succession plans in place for key and critical roles. Work collaboratively with the Talent Acquisition team to ensure we recruit top talent across the business area in a timely manner. Collate and analyse monthly management information for DC & CC business area; identifying trends/root causes before working with Leadership Team to deliver appropriate actions to manage (i.e. Colleague turnover, absences, colleague engagement and people development) Work collaboratively with the L&D team and DC & CC Leadership Team to identify learning and development needs; supporting the design and deployment of development activities to drive productivity and performance. Oversee induction plans for all DC & CC colleagues and monitor probationary periods. Carry out and review exit survey data for the DC & CC, using this information to discuss and create action plans with stakeholders. Deliver the CT wide People Plan with responsibility for the design and implementation of the People Plan for the DC & CC alongside the Senior People Partner and People Director Support the wider People team to deliver corporate events and activities outside of your business area Carry out other ad-hoc tasks as required and instructed by the Senior People Partner What we are looking for How we do our work is important to us at CT and anyone who joins us will feel aligned with our 3 BE's: "BE the BOSS", "BE the CUSTOMER" and "BE the BEST". As a creative and entrepreneurial business, we believe that being together helps create a collaborative environment and is key to our success. Our Tyrwhitteers are the drivers of change, so we're looking for hard working people with a pro-active approach to their work. Required Skills and Experience Experience within a similar role within a warehouse or distribution centre environment Ability to communicate effectively and provide quality client services to internal/ external stakeholders Understanding of employment law and experience of practical application A capable and experience coach to client group Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office packages - Excel, Word and PowerPoint Good level of numeracy Efficient, organised and adaptable Quickly able to build effective relationships Ideally fully or partly CIPD qualified or qualified by experience What you can expect from us: Competitive salary and excellent bonus scheme An entrepreneurial environment where you'll be encouraged to try things and make changes to drive the business forward You'll have access to Staff Discount from your 1st day, not just at CT but also from The White Company! Our hybrid working policy means we work from the office 3-4 days per week (14 days onsite across a 4 week period, and Monday's are our set days in the office) We are proud to go about our business in the right way and partner with many charities and sustainability partners - 'giving something back' is an important part of our ethos At HQ we are serious about having fun. Our Christmas and summer parties are the stuff of legend and our CT Social Team ensure there is always something exciting to get involved in) Who we are Once upon a shirt, Nicholas Charles Tyrwhitt Wheeler (whilst studying Geography at Bristol University - we might add) had the notion that he could make a better shirt at better value than anyone else in the world! He believed that all men; no matter their shape or size, where they may be in the world or indeed their budget; should be able to own a Jermyn Street quality shirt. A proper shirt. A CT shirt. That was over 3 decades ago and whilst Charles Tyrwhitt (it rhymes with spirit by the way) is still famous for proper shirts, these days we are about so much more than collars and cuffs. Our purpose is to "make it easy for men to dress well". We take care of a chap's entire wardrobe, providing stylish solutions for every occasion. We make sure he gets what he wants, when and how he wants it. With a unique product offering delivered with exceptional customer service, Charles Tyrwhitt is a world-known, well-loved London-based brand with stores throughout the United Kingdom, France, and the United States. Our Global Head Office is in London Bridge, where our teams that support our online presence in North America, Canada, Europe and Australia are based. We have a small Manhattan office for our US Partnerships and US Retail support teams, and our Distribution Centre and Contact Centre are based in Milton Keynes. At Charles Tyrwhitt we believe in doing the right thing. That means making ourproducts properly and sustainably, making our business work for our people, our customers, and our suppliers and giving back to charity to support those in need. We're taking a good hard look at our social and environmental impact, and always looking for ways to be better. 'I am Proud and Free to be me!' When it comes to our people, we really do "Give a shirt". Tyrwhitteers (our people) are a diverse, passionate and entrepreneurial bunch. We enjoy a fun, engaging and rewarding culture, where everyone is empowered by our 3 BE-liefs which are; "BE the BOSS", "BE the CUSTOMER" and "BE the BEST".
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
The Role At Charles Tyrwhitt our purpose is to "Make it easy for men to dress well" and we can't do that without our specialist teams. This time, we're on the lookout for a People Partner who will be responsible for delivering our People agenda in the DC & CC directorate. What you will be doing The primary purposes of the People Partner - DC & CC are to support our Milton Keynes location with all people related matters. This involves successfully overseeing any ER cases in a timely and professional manner, ensuring they are resolved in line with our policies and procedures whilst remaining pragmatic to the needs of the business. Key Responsibilities People Lead and initial point of contact for Distribution Centre & Contact Centre Leadership Teams for operational and strategic initiatives. Oversee all ER activities in the DC & CC ensuring processes are followed effectively and efficiently. Support the People Advisor and management teams with complex ER cases and measures to mitigate risk. (i.e. coaching managers on Conduct, Capability and Attendance). Champion BE-liefs in all interactions with the DC & CC and ensure that they are embedded throughout the business area. Support DC & CC leaders to develop Culture Amp engagement action plans, holding them to account for delivery of them, recognising the critical role Employee Engagement plays in delivering business success Oversee the end to end talent management process for the DC & CC, ensuring there are succession plans in place for key and critical roles. Work collaboratively with the Talent Acquisition team to ensure we recruit top talent across the business area in a timely manner. Collate and analyse monthly management information for DC & CC business area; identifying trends/root causes before working with Leadership Team to deliver appropriate actions to manage (i.e. Colleague turnover, absences, colleague engagement and people development) Work collaboratively with the L&D team and DC & CC Leadership Team to identify learning and development needs; supporting the design and deployment of development activities to drive productivity and performance. Oversee induction plans for all DC & CC colleagues and monitor probationary periods. Carry out and review exit survey data for the DC & CC, using this information to discuss and create action plans with stakeholders. Deliver the CT wide People Plan with responsibility for the design and implementation of the People Plan for the DC & CC alongside the Senior People Partner and People Director Support the wider People team to deliver corporate events and activities outside of your business area Carry out other ad-hoc tasks as required and instructed by the Senior People Partner What we are looking for How we do our work is important to us at CT and anyone who joins us will feel aligned with our 3 BE's: "BE the BOSS", "BE the CUSTOMER" and "BE the BEST". As a creative and entrepreneurial business, we believe that being together helps create a collaborative environment and is key to our success. Our Tyrwhitteers are the drivers of change, so we're looking for hard working people with a pro-active approach to their work. Required Skills and Experience Experience within a similar role within a warehouse or distribution centre environment Ability to communicate effectively and provide quality client services to internal/ external stakeholders Understanding of employment law and experience of practical application A capable and experience coach to client group Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office packages - Excel, Word and PowerPoint Good level of numeracy Efficient, organised and adaptable Quickly able to build effective relationships Ideally fully or partly CIPD qualified or qualified by experience What you can expect from us: Competitive salary and excellent bonus scheme An entrepreneurial environment where you'll be encouraged to try things and make changes to drive the business forward You'll have access to Staff Discount from your 1st day, not just at CT but also from The White Company! Our hybrid working policy means we work from the office 3-4 days per week (14 days onsite across a 4 week period, and Monday's are our set days in the office) We are proud to go about our business in the right way and partner with many charities and sustainability partners - 'giving something back' is an important part of our ethos At HQ we are serious about having fun. Our Christmas and summer parties are the stuff of legend and our CT Social Team ensure there is always something exciting to get involved in) Who we are Once upon a shirt, Nicholas Charles Tyrwhitt Wheeler (whilst studying Geography at Bristol University - we might add) had the notion that he could make a better shirt at better value than anyone else in the world! He believed that all men; no matter their shape or size, where they may be in the world or indeed their budget; should be able to own a Jermyn Street quality shirt. A proper shirt. A CT shirt. That was over 3 decades ago and whilst Charles Tyrwhitt (it rhymes with spirit by the way) is still famous for proper shirts, these days we are about so much more than collars and cuffs. Our purpose is to "make it easy for men to dress well". We take care of a chap's entire wardrobe, providing stylish solutions for every occasion. We make sure he gets what he wants, when and how he wants it. With a unique product offering delivered with exceptional customer service, Charles Tyrwhitt is a world-known, well-loved London-based brand with stores throughout the United Kingdom, France, and the United States. Our Global Head Office is in London Bridge, where our teams that support our online presence in North America, Canada, Europe and Australia are based. We have a small Manhattan office for our US Partnerships and US Retail support teams, and our Distribution Centre and Contact Centre are based in Milton Keynes. At Charles Tyrwhitt we believe in doing the right thing. That means making ourproducts properly and sustainably, making our business work for our people, our customers, and our suppliers and giving back to charity to support those in need. We're taking a good hard look at our social and environmental impact, and always looking for ways to be better. 'I am Proud and Free to be me!' When it comes to our people, we really do "Give a shirt". Tyrwhitteers (our people) are a diverse, passionate and entrepreneurial bunch. We enjoy a fun, engaging and rewarding culture, where everyone is empowered by our 3 BE-liefs which are; "BE the BOSS", "BE the CUSTOMER" and "BE the BEST".
Noble Foods Home of the Happy Egg Co. Noble Foods is a family owned company which began in 1920 and includes successful milling, poultry, agriculture, and consumer foods businesses. Within this, Noble Foods owns several successful brands, including the UK's biggest free range egg brand the Happy Egg co., Big & Fresh and Purely Organic. In a recent survey by Best Companies we were rated as one of the Top 10 companies to work for in the Food and Drink industry. Shift Pattern: Monday Friday What are we looking for? Reports to: Agriculture Planning and Systems Improvement Manager About the role: Supports the administration of around 4 million laying hens each year by managing orders, documentation, vaccines, and accurate data records for both company owned rearing and laying farms. Ensures full compliance with regulatory and welfare standards while maintaining strong communication with stakeholders. Also provides general support to the Agriculture Senior Leadership Team and helps drive continuous improvement in administrative processes. Key Accountabilities of the role - What I do IT (The below is not exhaustive) Operational Administration Support the administration tasks associated with managing approximately 4 million laying hens annually, supplying both internal and external customers. Customer & Stakeholder Engagement Maintain direct liaison with internal and external stakeholders to ensure requirements and service standards are consistently met. Coordinate vaccine administration for company rearing farms. Order processing & Document Control Support order processes and issue documentation to stakeholders. Complete Laying Hen Passports and distribute to customers. Process purchase orders, raise invoices, and manage payments. Data & Record Keeping Maintain accurate records and prepare master information for internal and external communication. Collate and present data to support decision making. Create Health & Welfare plans and record cards for rearing and laying farms. Monitor stock levels and order testing materials, vaccines, and other consumables as required. Compliance Ensure compliance with Lion Code of Practice, RSPCA Assured, DEFRA, and other regulatory standards. Support audit readiness by maintaining complete, accurate, and up to date compliance records. General Support Perform ad hoc tasks as requested by the Agriculture Senior Leadership Team. Contribute to continuous improvement across administrative processes, documentation, and data accuracy. Shared Accountabilities - Making it better together US Health & Safety responsibilities Follow the health and safety policies and procedures. Report any hazards, incidents, or injuries to the team leader or manager. Use the personal protective equipment and clothing provided. Cooperate with the team leader or manager on health and safety matters. Participate in health and safety training and induction. Social & Environmental responsibilities Demonstrate awareness of the social and environmental impact of your work and strive to minimise any negative effects. Follow the company's policies and guidelines on sustainability, ethics, diversity and inclusion, and health and safety. Support your team members and collaborate with other colleagues to achieve the company's social and environmental goals. Seek opportunities to learn and improve your skills and knowledge on social and environmental issues relevant to your role. About You: How I do it ME Skills, Knowledge & experience Customer service: Strong interpersonal skills to maintain relationships and meet service standards. Stakeholder engagement: Confident in liaising with internal teams, external customers, and contractors. Clear communication: Ability to convey timelines, requirements, and updates effectively. Record keeping: Accurate and timely maintenance of operational and compliance records. Data collation and presentation: Competent in gathering, analysing, and presenting data. Document management: Skilled in preparing and issuing documentation. Basic financial skills: Experience with invoicing, purchase orders, and reviewing financial records. Commercial awareness: Understanding of customer needs and business priorities. Microsoft Office proficiency: Especially Excel, Word, and Outlook. Multitasking: Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously. Problem solving: Responding to queries and resolving issues efficiently. Initiative: Proactive in identifying and addressing operational needs. Personal attributes Works Together and collaborates with others to complete tasks and solve problems. Takes Ownership for the quality and timeliness of their work. Is Courageous and does what they know is right even if it's uncomfortable. Takes Action and does everything in their ability to deliver what has been promised. Contributes to a trusting team by treating everyone with Respect and showing kindness to all colleagues. Strives for Excellence and takes every opportunity to learn new skills. Key Stakeholders Agriculture Team including Farm Admin External stakeholders such as suppliers We believe the most successful teams are formed from a diverse talent pool and we strive to employ a wide variety of individuals in our business, selecting the best qualified person for each role regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristics. What can we offer you? Free hot drinks on shift Service Awards Enhanced paternity and maternity Free life insurance Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme Access to Perkbox with a variety of discounts including a monthly freebie from Greggs or Café Nero Discounted eggs and chicken A Celebration day after 1 year service; enjoy an extra day off to celebrate a life event, such as your birthday Access to DigiCare + - Annual Health Check, Digital GP Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Health Opinion and Mental Health Consultations. Discounted Gym Memberships Free Eye Test every two years Discounted mobile phone contracts Share in our success with the People Partnership - after 6 months service you will be eligible for a yearly bonus Additional Allowances for First Aiders and Mental Health First Aiders Wellness programme Employee Charity Matching Scheme If you consider yourself to require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, we invite you to share those requirements with us when completing your application. We will make every effort to ensure your needs are met to provide a fair and transparent process of assessment.
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Noble Foods Home of the Happy Egg Co. Noble Foods is a family owned company which began in 1920 and includes successful milling, poultry, agriculture, and consumer foods businesses. Within this, Noble Foods owns several successful brands, including the UK's biggest free range egg brand the Happy Egg co., Big & Fresh and Purely Organic. In a recent survey by Best Companies we were rated as one of the Top 10 companies to work for in the Food and Drink industry. Shift Pattern: Monday Friday What are we looking for? Reports to: Agriculture Planning and Systems Improvement Manager About the role: Supports the administration of around 4 million laying hens each year by managing orders, documentation, vaccines, and accurate data records for both company owned rearing and laying farms. Ensures full compliance with regulatory and welfare standards while maintaining strong communication with stakeholders. Also provides general support to the Agriculture Senior Leadership Team and helps drive continuous improvement in administrative processes. Key Accountabilities of the role - What I do IT (The below is not exhaustive) Operational Administration Support the administration tasks associated with managing approximately 4 million laying hens annually, supplying both internal and external customers. Customer & Stakeholder Engagement Maintain direct liaison with internal and external stakeholders to ensure requirements and service standards are consistently met. Coordinate vaccine administration for company rearing farms. Order processing & Document Control Support order processes and issue documentation to stakeholders. Complete Laying Hen Passports and distribute to customers. Process purchase orders, raise invoices, and manage payments. Data & Record Keeping Maintain accurate records and prepare master information for internal and external communication. Collate and present data to support decision making. Create Health & Welfare plans and record cards for rearing and laying farms. Monitor stock levels and order testing materials, vaccines, and other consumables as required. Compliance Ensure compliance with Lion Code of Practice, RSPCA Assured, DEFRA, and other regulatory standards. Support audit readiness by maintaining complete, accurate, and up to date compliance records. General Support Perform ad hoc tasks as requested by the Agriculture Senior Leadership Team. Contribute to continuous improvement across administrative processes, documentation, and data accuracy. Shared Accountabilities - Making it better together US Health & Safety responsibilities Follow the health and safety policies and procedures. Report any hazards, incidents, or injuries to the team leader or manager. Use the personal protective equipment and clothing provided. Cooperate with the team leader or manager on health and safety matters. Participate in health and safety training and induction. Social & Environmental responsibilities Demonstrate awareness of the social and environmental impact of your work and strive to minimise any negative effects. Follow the company's policies and guidelines on sustainability, ethics, diversity and inclusion, and health and safety. Support your team members and collaborate with other colleagues to achieve the company's social and environmental goals. Seek opportunities to learn and improve your skills and knowledge on social and environmental issues relevant to your role. About You: How I do it ME Skills, Knowledge & experience Customer service: Strong interpersonal skills to maintain relationships and meet service standards. Stakeholder engagement: Confident in liaising with internal teams, external customers, and contractors. Clear communication: Ability to convey timelines, requirements, and updates effectively. Record keeping: Accurate and timely maintenance of operational and compliance records. Data collation and presentation: Competent in gathering, analysing, and presenting data. Document management: Skilled in preparing and issuing documentation. Basic financial skills: Experience with invoicing, purchase orders, and reviewing financial records. Commercial awareness: Understanding of customer needs and business priorities. Microsoft Office proficiency: Especially Excel, Word, and Outlook. Multitasking: Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously. Problem solving: Responding to queries and resolving issues efficiently. Initiative: Proactive in identifying and addressing operational needs. Personal attributes Works Together and collaborates with others to complete tasks and solve problems. Takes Ownership for the quality and timeliness of their work. Is Courageous and does what they know is right even if it's uncomfortable. Takes Action and does everything in their ability to deliver what has been promised. Contributes to a trusting team by treating everyone with Respect and showing kindness to all colleagues. Strives for Excellence and takes every opportunity to learn new skills. Key Stakeholders Agriculture Team including Farm Admin External stakeholders such as suppliers We believe the most successful teams are formed from a diverse talent pool and we strive to employ a wide variety of individuals in our business, selecting the best qualified person for each role regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristics. What can we offer you? Free hot drinks on shift Service Awards Enhanced paternity and maternity Free life insurance Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme Access to Perkbox with a variety of discounts including a monthly freebie from Greggs or Café Nero Discounted eggs and chicken A Celebration day after 1 year service; enjoy an extra day off to celebrate a life event, such as your birthday Access to DigiCare + - Annual Health Check, Digital GP Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Health Opinion and Mental Health Consultations. Discounted Gym Memberships Free Eye Test every two years Discounted mobile phone contracts Share in our success with the People Partnership - after 6 months service you will be eligible for a yearly bonus Additional Allowances for First Aiders and Mental Health First Aiders Wellness programme Employee Charity Matching Scheme If you consider yourself to require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, we invite you to share those requirements with us when completing your application. We will make every effort to ensure your needs are met to provide a fair and transparent process of assessment.
