Senior Buyer - Capex & Lifecycle - Milton Keynes Salary: £52,000 - £56,000 per annum Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week In this role, you are responsible for maximizing value through Procurement at Renewi UK Services by strategically managing the UK supplier spend and identify opportunities that drive sustainable improvement in cost, quality, service and innovation. The role is to support the 6 PFI contracts across the UK with the primary category responsibility being Capex & Life Cycle, however support may be required on other categories such as MRO, Business Services, Fleet, Energy, Facilities when required. As a minimum you will have established pertinent procurement and strategic sourcing experience including knowledge of professional purchasing policies and procedures. You must have a background in Engineering procurement and knowledge & experience on negotiating NEC contracts. Project Management experience is a plus. You will be a self-starter with a proven track record in Engineering and Strategic Procurement and Category Management, preferably in an engineering & industrial environment (CAPEX & Life Cycle Senior Buyer). With experience in building mutual relationships with key suppliers, this person will effectively establish relationships with business leaders, matching innovative solutions to meet their needs. Your experience will have been gained ideally in a fast paced, dynamic and very technical industry where the emphasis is on relationships, solution benefit, meeting challenging targets and delivering business needs. Your key responsibilities: • Working with Engineering and Operations to identify and schedule procurement activities • Implement and manage procurement tendering activities, preparing tender documentation and participate in supplier and contractor negotiations • Liaise with suppliers and manage relationships • Maintain procurement program and progress report for all live projects and all relevant aspects to provide regular updates • Drive and ensure suppliers are held accountable for meeting continuous improvement and productivity initiatives • Support to the other members of the Procurement team in the management of the business' Procurement functional processes and controls, as well as support to cross-business functional training & development initiatives. • Work with Legal to identify which forms of contract to use for specific packages • Ensure the Company is not exposed to unnecessary or excessive risks or claims as part of the procurement process Essential Criteria for the role: • Procurement experience in an engineering-focused business • Mobility & flexibility to travel across sites (UK) every week • Best-in Class NEC specific contract & NEC sourcing experience • Minimum 4-5 years' experience as a Procurement professional • Ability to develop and execute a comprehensive category strategy • Ability to work collaboratively and implement strategic sourcing opportunities • Knowledge of the strategic sourcing process and practical application to sourcing projects with a history of achieving YOY savings What do we offer you? • A competitive salary • Enhanced employer contribution pension plan. • 33 days annual leave entitlement including statutory holidays. • Access to our Sharesave scheme - your chance to own shares in the business you work so hard for. • Numerous opportunities for career development - we have a history of promoting from within. • Access to the Renewi wellbeing and reward platform from Day 1. • Varying job in an international, dynamic organisation in which you can continue to develop yourself and with freedom of strategic leadership. Will you become our new Capex & Lifecycle Senior Buyer? Want to know more? Please contact our Talent Acquisition team today! Perhaps this job is not for you, but you know someone who would be interested? Please feel free to share this vacancy. Who are we? At Renewi we exclusively focus on extracting value from waste. Our vision is to be the leading waste-to-product company in Europe's most advanced circular economies - contributing to a sustainable society for all key stakeholders: customers, suppliers, local communities, employees, regulators, Governments, investors and lenders. What do we mean by waste-to-product? At Renewi, we exclusively focus on extracting value from waste rather than on its disposal through mass burn incineration or landfill. Of the 14 million tonnes of waste we handle a year, 89% is either recycled or used for energy recovery.
May 19, 2024
Full time
Senior Buyer - Capex & Lifecycle - Milton Keynes Salary: £52,000 - £56,000 per annum Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week In this role, you are responsible for maximizing value through Procurement at Renewi UK Services by strategically managing the UK supplier spend and identify opportunities that drive sustainable improvement in cost, quality, service and innovation. The role is to support the 6 PFI contracts across the UK with the primary category responsibility being Capex & Life Cycle, however support may be required on other categories such as MRO, Business Services, Fleet, Energy, Facilities when required. As a minimum you will have established pertinent procurement and strategic sourcing experience including knowledge of professional purchasing policies and procedures. You must have a background in Engineering procurement and knowledge & experience on negotiating NEC contracts. Project Management experience is a plus. You will be a self-starter with a proven track record in Engineering and Strategic Procurement and Category Management, preferably in an engineering & industrial environment (CAPEX & Life Cycle Senior Buyer). With experience in building mutual relationships with key suppliers, this person will effectively establish relationships with business leaders, matching innovative solutions to meet their needs. Your experience will have been gained ideally in a fast paced, dynamic and very technical industry where the emphasis is on relationships, solution benefit, meeting challenging targets and delivering business needs. Your key responsibilities: • Working with Engineering and Operations to identify and schedule procurement activities • Implement and manage procurement tendering activities, preparing tender documentation and participate in supplier and contractor negotiations • Liaise with suppliers and manage relationships • Maintain procurement program and progress report for all live projects and all relevant aspects to provide regular updates • Drive and ensure suppliers are held accountable for meeting continuous improvement and productivity initiatives • Support to the other members of the Procurement team in the management of the business' Procurement functional processes and controls, as well as support to cross-business functional training & development initiatives. • Work with Legal to identify which forms of contract to use for specific packages • Ensure the Company is not exposed to unnecessary or excessive risks or claims as part of the procurement process Essential Criteria for the role: • Procurement experience in an engineering-focused business • Mobility & flexibility to travel across sites (UK) every week • Best-in Class NEC specific contract & NEC sourcing experience • Minimum 4-5 years' experience as a Procurement professional • Ability to develop and execute a comprehensive category strategy • Ability to work collaboratively and implement strategic sourcing opportunities • Knowledge of the strategic sourcing process and practical application to sourcing projects with a history of achieving YOY savings What do we offer you? • A competitive salary • Enhanced employer contribution pension plan. • 33 days annual leave entitlement including statutory holidays. • Access to our Sharesave scheme - your chance to own shares in the business you work so hard for. • Numerous opportunities for career development - we have a history of promoting from within. • Access to the Renewi wellbeing and reward platform from Day 1. • Varying job in an international, dynamic organisation in which you can continue to develop yourself and with freedom of strategic leadership. Will you become our new Capex & Lifecycle Senior Buyer? Want to know more? Please contact our Talent Acquisition team today! Perhaps this job is not for you, but you know someone who would be interested? Please feel free to share this vacancy. Who are we? At Renewi we exclusively focus on extracting value from waste. Our vision is to be the leading waste-to-product company in Europe's most advanced circular economies - contributing to a sustainable society for all key stakeholders: customers, suppliers, local communities, employees, regulators, Governments, investors and lenders. What do we mean by waste-to-product? At Renewi, we exclusively focus on extracting value from waste rather than on its disposal through mass burn incineration or landfill. Of the 14 million tonnes of waste we handle a year, 89% is either recycled or used for energy recovery.
Job Description OTE: £35,000 - Uncapped Commission, Career Progression, Company Car/AllowanceWe're looking for a highly motivated Senior Estate Agent / Senior Sales Negotiator to complement our fantastic residential sales team in Farnahm working in our well known Gascoigne-Pees estate agency. Why join us as a Senior Estate Agent / Senior Sales Negotiator? Industry leading training and development Support to gain your Level 3 qualification in your specialist area Demonstrable career ladder Supportive and rewarding environment Compete for top achievers awards Competitive basic salary with uncapped commission Company Car or car allowance Your role as a Senior Estate Agent / Senior Sales Negotiator The main purpose of the role is to generate and book valuations, conduct property viewings, negotiate offers, agree sales & progress sales through to exchange and completion. You will also be optimising every opportunity to schedule appointments for the branch Mortgage Advisor. Skills and experience required to be a successful Senior Estate Agent / Senior Sales Negotiator Preferably an experienced sales person Able to generate new business in a target driven environment Outstanding customer care / customer service experience Resilient, positive , organised, numerate and detail oriented Excellent verbal and written communication skills IT literate (MS Office, internet, email systems) A Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle At Gascoigne-Pees , we pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality of personal service for all our customers. Covering the entire property spectrum from first time buyer apartments to large country properties with acreage, you can rest assured that you will be in safe and trusted hands when choosing us as your dedicated sales or letting agent. Connells Group UK is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.EACW03885
May 18, 2024
Full time
Job Description OTE: £35,000 - Uncapped Commission, Career Progression, Company Car/AllowanceWe're looking for a highly motivated Senior Estate Agent / Senior Sales Negotiator to complement our fantastic residential sales team in Farnahm working in our well known Gascoigne-Pees estate agency. Why join us as a Senior Estate Agent / Senior Sales Negotiator? Industry leading training and development Support to gain your Level 3 qualification in your specialist area Demonstrable career ladder Supportive and rewarding environment Compete for top achievers awards Competitive basic salary with uncapped commission Company Car or car allowance Your role as a Senior Estate Agent / Senior Sales Negotiator The main purpose of the role is to generate and book valuations, conduct property viewings, negotiate offers, agree sales & progress sales through to exchange and completion. You will also be optimising every opportunity to schedule appointments for the branch Mortgage Advisor. Skills and experience required to be a successful Senior Estate Agent / Senior Sales Negotiator Preferably an experienced sales person Able to generate new business in a target driven environment Outstanding customer care / customer service experience Resilient, positive , organised, numerate and detail oriented Excellent verbal and written communication skills IT literate (MS Office, internet, email systems) A Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle At Gascoigne-Pees , we pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality of personal service for all our customers. Covering the entire property spectrum from first time buyer apartments to large country properties with acreage, you can rest assured that you will be in safe and trusted hands when choosing us as your dedicated sales or letting agent. Connells Group UK is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.EACW03885
Cubaka is a full-service award-winningsocial media agency. We were independent for a decade, before being acquired by London-listed comms group Next15 in 2022. Now, we're set for a period of expansion, driven in part by growth in our B2B accounts, where we work on accounts including Dow, Hager and Axa. On the B2C side, we produce award-winning work for brands such as Mattel Toys, Virgin, Linda McCartney Foods, The British Heart Foundation, and Toyota amongst others. Our team is a friendly mix of Strategists, Creatives, Account Managers, Media Planners and Buyers - all with one goal: creating work that wins people's time on social media, in the most exciting ways possible. Role overview We're looking for our next expert Account Director to join our lively team in Great Portland Street, helping lead the development of our B2B specialist social media practices. You will be reporting to LauraSams our Group Account Director. Salary - £50k - £60k + Incentives per annum. As an Account Director at Cubaka, you will be: Already at Senior Account Manager or Account Director level: with agency experience - capable of making a real impact in an already well-established team. An experienced Manager: Previous experience in line managing a client services team and supporting the development of more junior colleagues. An Initiative Taker: You have an inventive mindset to work, enjoy managing and overseeing your projects, finding solutions to challenges when they crop up and pulling in the right people to create the best result. Client Service Pro: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, and be their 'go-to' person that they trust implicitly to develop their projects. Team & Time Allocation Pro: Manage the delivery of social media projects and content plans, from start to finish, working with colleagues from across the business to deliver on time, on budget and to client expectations. A stickler for budget tracking and growing accounts: The sexy part of any client servicing role, I think you'll agree. You'll have great commercial awareness, to spot opportunities to increase revenue and growth within your portfolio of clients. You'll be proficient in pulling together a scope of work, presenting budget proposals, and keeping track of the account's finances as the work rolls out. Essentially you'll be the gatekeeper and will oversee all financial management and time forecasting for your clients. Social Media knowledge: fluent in social and digital marketing. You know your Instagram Stories from your TikTok trending sounds, can rattle off examples of social best practices and have a point of view on the latest campaigns. A Persuader: Influence our decisions and senior business leaders within the company using analysis, insight and strategy according to commercial goals. Trend-spotter: Monitor trends and advancements in the industry, and client industry markets, seek advantages and points of difference to spot new business opportunities and effectively appraise creative output. Y ou will bring: 5+ Years experience in a client-facing agency role managing social and digital campaigns for well-known brands. An understanding of best practice client servicing, from building relationships to client management, expectation setting, communication and correspondence. Experience managing timelines, estimates, budgets and invoices. Passion for, and knowledge of, all things social and digital marketing. Experience managing influencer projects. Experience in helping create and deliver multi-channel strategies for clients that encompass always-on content and communications. Experience and confidence in content strategy creation. Experience in managing stakeholder relationships. Clear passion for digital technology and the use of strategy to guide successful campaigns from start to finish. And in return, Cubaka offers: Unlimited holiday (oh yes!) Free breakfast in the office Perkbox Auto-enrolment pension, with up to 8% contribution Regular socials and team-building sessions Annual salary review, quarterly performance reviews Choice of company Apple MacBook Pro or PC Hybrid office working (approx 2 days in the office, 3 days at home - flexible) Cubaka andBrandwidth recognise that managing diversity is a continuous process of improvement and not a one-off initiative. Therefore, we develop and review our diversity strategy on an annual basis to support the achievement of business goals, including ways of addressing the diverse needs of our clients. As a growing, global company, we focus on fairness and inclusion, ensuring that merit, competence and potential are the basis for all decisions about recruitment, development and appraisals. Cubaka andBrandwidth take pride in keeping up to date with employment law and best practices when promoting equal opportunities and ensuring a diverse workforce.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Cubaka is a full-service award-winningsocial media agency. We were independent for a decade, before being acquired by London-listed comms group Next15 in 2022. Now, we're set for a period of expansion, driven in part by growth in our B2B accounts, where we work on accounts including Dow, Hager and Axa. On the B2C side, we produce award-winning work for brands such as Mattel Toys, Virgin, Linda McCartney Foods, The British Heart Foundation, and Toyota amongst others. Our team is a friendly mix of Strategists, Creatives, Account Managers, Media Planners and Buyers - all with one goal: creating work that wins people's time on social media, in the most exciting ways possible. Role overview We're looking for our next expert Account Director to join our lively team in Great Portland Street, helping lead the development of our B2B specialist social media practices. You will be reporting to LauraSams our Group Account Director. Salary - £50k - £60k + Incentives per annum. As an Account Director at Cubaka, you will be: Already at Senior Account Manager or Account Director level: with agency experience - capable of making a real impact in an already well-established team. An experienced Manager: Previous experience in line managing a client services team and supporting the development of more junior colleagues. An Initiative Taker: You have an inventive mindset to work, enjoy managing and overseeing your projects, finding solutions to challenges when they crop up and pulling in the right people to create the best result. Client Service Pro: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, and be their 'go-to' person that they trust implicitly to develop their projects. Team & Time Allocation Pro: Manage the delivery of social media projects and content plans, from start to finish, working with colleagues from across the business to deliver on time, on budget and to client expectations. A stickler for budget tracking and growing accounts: The sexy part of any client servicing role, I think you'll agree. You'll have great commercial awareness, to spot opportunities to increase revenue and growth within your portfolio of clients. You'll be proficient in pulling together a scope of work, presenting budget proposals, and keeping track of the account's finances as the work rolls out. Essentially you'll be the gatekeeper and will oversee all financial management and time forecasting for your clients. Social Media knowledge: fluent in social and digital marketing. You know your Instagram Stories from your TikTok trending sounds, can rattle off examples of social best practices and have a point of view on the latest campaigns. A Persuader: Influence our decisions and senior business leaders within the company using analysis, insight and strategy according to commercial goals. Trend-spotter: Monitor trends and advancements in the industry, and client industry markets, seek advantages and points of difference to spot new business opportunities and effectively appraise creative output. Y ou will bring: 5+ Years experience in a client-facing agency role managing social and digital campaigns for well-known brands. An understanding of best practice client servicing, from building relationships to client management, expectation setting, communication and correspondence. Experience managing timelines, estimates, budgets and invoices. Passion for, and knowledge of, all things social and digital marketing. Experience managing influencer projects. Experience in helping create and deliver multi-channel strategies for clients that encompass always-on content and communications. Experience and confidence in content strategy creation. Experience in managing stakeholder relationships. Clear passion for digital technology and the use of strategy to guide successful campaigns from start to finish. And in return, Cubaka offers: Unlimited holiday (oh yes!) Free breakfast in the office Perkbox Auto-enrolment pension, with up to 8% contribution Regular socials and team-building sessions Annual salary review, quarterly performance reviews Choice of company Apple MacBook Pro or PC Hybrid office working (approx 2 days in the office, 3 days at home - flexible) Cubaka andBrandwidth recognise that managing diversity is a continuous process of improvement and not a one-off initiative. Therefore, we develop and review our diversity strategy on an annual basis to support the achievement of business goals, including ways of addressing the diverse needs of our clients. As a growing, global company, we focus on fairness and inclusion, ensuring that merit, competence and potential are the basis for all decisions about recruitment, development and appraisals. Cubaka andBrandwidth take pride in keeping up to date with employment law and best practices when promoting equal opportunities and ensuring a diverse workforce.
Director, Applied Data Science page is loaded Director, Applied Data Science Apply locations London, England time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R-216397 Our Purpose We work to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments and businesses realize their greatest potential. Our decency quotient, or DQ, drives our culture and everything we do inside and outside of our company. We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results. Title and Summary Director, Applied Data ScienceOverview Reporting to the Vice President of Analytics and Metrics and working with the TST Applied Data Science team, the Director will drive enterprise-level impact from data science solutions by leading a team of data scientists and engineers; managing delivery and scaling of existing data science models; and lead experimentation and innovation to develop new capabilities. The Role 1/ Lead a team of data scientists and engineers • Recruit, hire, and train distinctive data science and ML engineering talent • Serve as a senior technical leader on the team, guiding individual contributors in their development of data science and ML engineering solutions • Engage business and technical stakeholders across Mastercard to co-create solutions and collaboratively solve data science problems • Continuously raise the bar on the capabilities and impact of our data science solutions 2/ Manage delivery and scaling of existing models • Architect and lead the design and implementation of sophisticated data models and algorithms, steering complex data science initiatives from conception through to execution. • Implement Agile practices to scale development of individual solutions across distributed cross-functional teams • Lead the engineering team to deploy and manage critical models in production 3/ Lead experimentation and innovation • Develop and refine advanced analytical solutions, utilizing Mastercard's extensive global data assets and software platforms. • Stay abreast of the latest advancements in data science, continually applying new techniques to enhance analytical capabilities. • Manage long-term development of market-differentiating capabilities alongside day-to-day value delivery All about you • 7+ years of experience in data science with at least 2 as a people manager • Strong experience in Python • Extensive expertise in statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and predictive analytics. • Highly structured and organized with the ability to plan work to maximize the team's productivity and effectiveness. • Deep understanding of the AI development lifecycle • Proficiency in big data technologies like Hadoop, Spark, or similar frameworks. • Excellent skills in data visualization and interpretation. • Demonstrated history of successfully delivering high-quality, data-driven solutions, including deploying production-level machine learning models and executing complex business intelligence projects. • Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining complex data concepts in simple terms. • Experience in working with cloud computing platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. • Proven track record of delivering data products in environments with strict adherence to security and model governance standards. • Bachelor's degree in computer science, analytics, mathematics, statistics, economics, industrial engineering, or physical sciences. Master's degree in one of these disciplines preferred. Corporate Security Responsibility All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must: Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices; Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed; Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines. About Us Everyone wants easier ways to pay; we invent them. Checkout lines are slow; we speed them along. Merchants want more sales; we give them data and insights. People need financial access; we connect them. Corporate purchasing is complicated; we make it simple. Commuters are busy; we speed them on their way. we help create them. Small businesses are virtual; we give them access to a world of buyers.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Director, Applied Data Science page is loaded Director, Applied Data Science Apply locations London, England time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R-216397 Our Purpose We work to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments and businesses realize their greatest potential. Our decency quotient, or DQ, drives our culture and everything we do inside and outside of our company. We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results. Title and Summary Director, Applied Data ScienceOverview Reporting to the Vice President of Analytics and Metrics and working with the TST Applied Data Science team, the Director will drive enterprise-level impact from data science solutions by leading a team of data scientists and engineers; managing delivery and scaling of existing data science models; and lead experimentation and innovation to develop new capabilities. The Role 1/ Lead a team of data scientists and engineers • Recruit, hire, and train distinctive data science and ML engineering talent • Serve as a senior technical leader on the team, guiding individual contributors in their development of data science and ML engineering solutions • Engage business and technical stakeholders across Mastercard to co-create solutions and collaboratively solve data science problems • Continuously raise the bar on the capabilities and impact of our data science solutions 2/ Manage delivery and scaling of existing models • Architect and lead the design and implementation of sophisticated data models and algorithms, steering complex data science initiatives from conception through to execution. • Implement Agile practices to scale development of individual solutions across distributed cross-functional teams • Lead the engineering team to deploy and manage critical models in production 3/ Lead experimentation and innovation • Develop and refine advanced analytical solutions, utilizing Mastercard's extensive global data assets and software platforms. • Stay abreast of the latest advancements in data science, continually applying new techniques to enhance analytical capabilities. • Manage long-term development of market-differentiating capabilities alongside day-to-day value delivery All about you • 7+ years of experience in data science with at least 2 as a people manager • Strong experience in Python • Extensive expertise in statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and predictive analytics. • Highly structured and organized with the ability to plan work to maximize the team's productivity and effectiveness. • Deep understanding of the AI development lifecycle • Proficiency in big data technologies like Hadoop, Spark, or similar frameworks. • Excellent skills in data visualization and interpretation. • Demonstrated history of successfully delivering high-quality, data-driven solutions, including deploying production-level machine learning models and executing complex business intelligence projects. • Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining complex data concepts in simple terms. • Experience in working with cloud computing platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. • Proven track record of delivering data products in environments with strict adherence to security and model governance standards. • Bachelor's degree in computer science, analytics, mathematics, statistics, economics, industrial engineering, or physical sciences. Master's degree in one of these disciplines preferred. Corporate Security Responsibility All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must: Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices; Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed; Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines. About Us Everyone wants easier ways to pay; we invent them. Checkout lines are slow; we speed them along. Merchants want more sales; we give them data and insights. People need financial access; we connect them. Corporate purchasing is complicated; we make it simple. Commuters are busy; we speed them on their way. we help create them. Small businesses are virtual; we give them access to a world of buyers.
Rise Technical Recruitment
Peterlee, County Durham
Category Buyer (Manufacturing) Peterlee, County Durham 30 - 33.35 per hour (Umbrella) Inside IR35 24 month initial contract with long term extension opportunities Excellent opportunity for a Category Buyer from a manufacturing background who is looking for a long term contract working in a senior role working with a global supply chain within a market leading company. Do you have experience working with strategic procurement with a worldwide supplier base? Are you looking for a long term contract with a company who can offer an autonomous role and the chance to further your career? This company are a truly multinational organisation who have an unrivalled reputation for the high quality of their products the world over. They have been established for 100 years and are continuing their expansion to this day. Due to their continued growth they are now looking to add to their specialist team. This role will be working as part of a global team where you will be responsible for working with a global supplier base and be in charge of a 70 million annual spend. You will play a key part in the strategic procurement of a range of materials and parts as well as being involved in a range of cost reduction projects across the business. The role will involve some travel to suppliers within the UK and Europe on occasion. This role is a 36.5 hour week with an early finish on Fridays working Inside of IR35 regulations. This role allows hybrid working with a minimum requirement of 3 days a week on site. The Role: Working on strategic procurement from a global supplier base Managing a 70 million spend within a fast paced role 36.5 hour week with hybrid working opportunities working Inside of IR35 regulations The Person: Category Manager with experience working in a manufacturing background Previous experience working on strategic procurement and cost reduction projects Looking for a long term 24 month contract that offers hybrid working opportunities Reference: BBBH(phone number removed) To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Adam Peters at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
May 18, 2024
Contractor
Category Buyer (Manufacturing) Peterlee, County Durham 30 - 33.35 per hour (Umbrella) Inside IR35 24 month initial contract with long term extension opportunities Excellent opportunity for a Category Buyer from a manufacturing background who is looking for a long term contract working in a senior role working with a global supply chain within a market leading company. Do you have experience working with strategic procurement with a worldwide supplier base? Are you looking for a long term contract with a company who can offer an autonomous role and the chance to further your career? This company are a truly multinational organisation who have an unrivalled reputation for the high quality of their products the world over. They have been established for 100 years and are continuing their expansion to this day. Due to their continued growth they are now looking to add to their specialist team. This role will be working as part of a global team where you will be responsible for working with a global supplier base and be in charge of a 70 million annual spend. You will play a key part in the strategic procurement of a range of materials and parts as well as being involved in a range of cost reduction projects across the business. The role will involve some travel to suppliers within the UK and Europe on occasion. This role is a 36.5 hour week with an early finish on Fridays working Inside of IR35 regulations. This role allows hybrid working with a minimum requirement of 3 days a week on site. The Role: Working on strategic procurement from a global supplier base Managing a 70 million spend within a fast paced role 36.5 hour week with hybrid working opportunities working Inside of IR35 regulations The Person: Category Manager with experience working in a manufacturing background Previous experience working on strategic procurement and cost reduction projects Looking for a long term 24 month contract that offers hybrid working opportunities Reference: BBBH(phone number removed) To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Adam Peters at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Manager of Distributed of Clean Energy Nation Wide - Remote (Optional) 60,000 - 65,000 + 401k Employer Matching + Medical + Vision + Dental + Remote (Optional) + 25-day holidays + Bank Holidays + Paid Time off (Sickness, Leave, Parental etc) Are you looking to step into a Senior position with progression routes to directorship? Do you have great experience of distributed clean energy and are ready to bring your knowledge to the table? My client unites sustainability and energy expertise. They help the world's biggest organizations reach their strategic, financial, and sustainability goals through integrated services in renewables, energy procurement, and more. In this pivotal role, you'll become the architect of clean energy solutions for our clients. You'll leverage your expertise in distributed generation technologies like solar, storage, and fuel cells to develop customized plans that align with their financial and sustainability goals. To be successful, you'll have 5+ years of experience in the electricity market, ideally with an energy consulting firm, solar or storage developer, or corporate renewable energy buyer. You'll possess a deep understanding of the distributed energy landscape, wholesale and retail energy markets, and corporate energy procurement strategies. Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills are essential. This is a great opportunity to join a market leader in renewables! Apply Now! The Role Collaborate with internal stakeholders to design long-term plans for client facilities, maximizing the use of distributed energy resources. Lead client engagements, fostering strong relationships and ensuring their internal teams are on board with the clean energy vision. Your knowledge of incentives, rebates, and policies will be instrumental in crafting compelling financial analyses and recommendations for clients. Work alongside our commercial origination team to navigate negotiations and secure the best possible deals for clean energy solutions. Continuously improve our internal resources and models to deliver exceptional service and cutting-edge solutions to clients. The Person You have 5+ years of experience in the electricity market, ideally within an energy consulting firm, solar/storage development company, or corporate renewable energy team. You possess a deep understanding of distributed energy, wholesale/retail energy markets, and corporate energy procurement strategies. You're a strong communicator, analyst, and organizer with a knack for managing multiple client engagements. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel at collaborating effectively within a team. Reference Number: (phone number removed) To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Maleek Rise at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Manager of Distributed of Clean Energy Nation Wide - Remote (Optional) 60,000 - 65,000 + 401k Employer Matching + Medical + Vision + Dental + Remote (Optional) + 25-day holidays + Bank Holidays + Paid Time off (Sickness, Leave, Parental etc) Are you looking to step into a Senior position with progression routes to directorship? Do you have great experience of distributed clean energy and are ready to bring your knowledge to the table? My client unites sustainability and energy expertise. They help the world's biggest organizations reach their strategic, financial, and sustainability goals through integrated services in renewables, energy procurement, and more. In this pivotal role, you'll become the architect of clean energy solutions for our clients. You'll leverage your expertise in distributed generation technologies like solar, storage, and fuel cells to develop customized plans that align with their financial and sustainability goals. To be successful, you'll have 5+ years of experience in the electricity market, ideally with an energy consulting firm, solar or storage developer, or corporate renewable energy buyer. You'll possess a deep understanding of the distributed energy landscape, wholesale and retail energy markets, and corporate energy procurement strategies. Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills are essential. This is a great opportunity to join a market leader in renewables! Apply Now! The Role Collaborate with internal stakeholders to design long-term plans for client facilities, maximizing the use of distributed energy resources. Lead client engagements, fostering strong relationships and ensuring their internal teams are on board with the clean energy vision. Your knowledge of incentives, rebates, and policies will be instrumental in crafting compelling financial analyses and recommendations for clients. Work alongside our commercial origination team to navigate negotiations and secure the best possible deals for clean energy solutions. Continuously improve our internal resources and models to deliver exceptional service and cutting-edge solutions to clients. The Person You have 5+ years of experience in the electricity market, ideally within an energy consulting firm, solar/storage development company, or corporate renewable energy team. You possess a deep understanding of distributed energy, wholesale/retail energy markets, and corporate energy procurement strategies. You're a strong communicator, analyst, and organizer with a knack for managing multiple client engagements. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel at collaborating effectively within a team. Reference Number: (phone number removed) To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Maleek Rise at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
We have a great opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Southern, at our Basingstoke office. As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing all costs relating to new build residential developments. Your focus is to minimise the costs of a project and enhance value for money, whilst still achieving the required standards and quality. We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality HNC / HND in Surveying or equivalent Proven experience as a PQS / SQS / Commercial lead working within a residential house builder (dependent on position level) Experience maybe gained from a similar position or promotion A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Strong mathematical and IT ability Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills Excellent communications skills Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Good team working skills Accurate with an eye for detail A methodical approach Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable Degree in Surveying or similar Working towards being a Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) More about the Senior Quantity Surveyor role Maintain a record of current build costs & rates and liaise with the Senior Estimator to ensure all records are current. Attend specification meetings to confirm site specific specification requirements from Sales and the latest applicable build regulations. Attend the site pre-start meeting to receive construction issue drawings and determine build and sales strategy. Compile tender packages for all sub-contract trades and despatch in accordance with Commercial Best Practice Manual. Receive tenders and qualify. Compile analysis sheet for each trade comparing tender levels with CV1/CV2 estimates and latest management plan. Compile and present CV2 tender summary sign-off in accordance with parameters determined in the Commercial Best Practice Manual. Compile and present CV1 tender summary sign-off in accordance with parameters determined in the Commercial Best Practice manual. Coordinate the activities of the Material Buyer and Company Estimator to achieve CV1 and CV2 sign-off. Obtain authorisation to 'let' all sub-contract orders valued over thresholds as noted in Commercial Best Practice Manual. Place and issue sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements. Attend and minute all sub-contract order adjudication meetings. Compile reports on contract letting vs. estimate for each site periodically, as required. Liaise with build department on sub-contractors' performance and compliance with order conditions. Ability to deal with complex consortium sites and attend relevant meetings. Attend and project team meetings as required. Complete sub-contract orders to accord with site programmed build requirements in accordance with Group Policy and Group Rebate schemes and fully adjudicate prior to issue of documentation. Set up and regularly review with the site management team the PPQA tick sheet to facilitate sub-contract contract work payment. To liaise with company management and provide all necessary forecast and site budget information to meet the business's reporting requirements. Attend a monthly cost valuation meeting. Control and report post contract cost movements per development every month. Update CV1 and CV2 site specific reports and provide details of all "unscheduled" and "scheduled" order revisions i.e. Site Instructions and site purchase orders. To provide such monthly reporting as required by the Commercial Manager. Review professional fee provisions and statutory service cost, and credits, with the technical department. Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Bovis Homes Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Maintain a half yearly site reserve list. Issue Payment Withhold Notices, where a contractor application, or part thereof, is in dispute in accordance with Construction Act. Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/service provider. Where necessary, determine a sub-contract order in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Employment and liaise with Build Department in this respect. Diligently use the Bovis Homes construction system to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist in the regular review of materials on-site and material valuations. Agree and process all sales variation requests, including works to show homes, stock plots and sales incentive works in accordance with group procedures. Properly categorise on the construction system "unscheduled" and "scheduled" order amendments. Settle all variation invoices/applications for payment in accordance with Bovis Homes Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Process groundwork's payments/applications for payment using the Bovis Homes AGA payment system as outlined in Commercial Best Practice Manual. Ensure the collection of retention against all sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy. Manage and certify retention releases on completion of the development. Complete and agree sub-contract final accounts within 6 months of the last legal completion on-site and prior to the first release of retention to the individual sub-contractors. Maintain final account schedule. Maintain completed development provision on CV1. Maintain CV2 reserves as part of the 'Old Site Reserve' central file. Liaise with the technical department to secure site adoptions and tender, let and administer maintenance orders, as required. Complete formal site closedown procedure in accordance with Group Policy. Assist the Commercial Director / Manager to ensure: correct financial controls of sites is maintained at all times. all sub-contract payments are recorded and processed through the surveyors and payments clerks in accordance with the general terms and conditions of purchase orders. Inform the management team of any abnormal cost or circumstances which will have a significant effect on cost or have long term cost implications. Ensure Quantity Surveyors are pro-active on sites within their daily control, advice and discuss any operation or method where cost savings could be achieved. Mentor, manage and develop assistant/ junior surveyors and ensure the efficient running of the surveying team. Ensure you keep up to date with legislation changes and attend training and technical training as and when require by the Company. Attend departmental meetings as required. Deal with queries from site managers. Maintain open lines of communication with colleagues in other regions. Ensure all relevant stakeholders are informed of key departmental developments. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most. You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes, and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
May 18, 2024
Full time
We have a great opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Southern, at our Basingstoke office. As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing all costs relating to new build residential developments. Your focus is to minimise the costs of a project and enhance value for money, whilst still achieving the required standards and quality. We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality HNC / HND in Surveying or equivalent Proven experience as a PQS / SQS / Commercial lead working within a residential house builder (dependent on position level) Experience maybe gained from a similar position or promotion A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Strong mathematical and IT ability Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills Excellent communications skills Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Good team working skills Accurate with an eye for detail A methodical approach Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable Degree in Surveying or similar Working towards being a Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) More about the Senior Quantity Surveyor role Maintain a record of current build costs & rates and liaise with the Senior Estimator to ensure all records are current. Attend specification meetings to confirm site specific specification requirements from Sales and the latest applicable build regulations. Attend the site pre-start meeting to receive construction issue drawings and determine build and sales strategy. Compile tender packages for all sub-contract trades and despatch in accordance with Commercial Best Practice Manual. Receive tenders and qualify. Compile analysis sheet for each trade comparing tender levels with CV1/CV2 estimates and latest management plan. Compile and present CV2 tender summary sign-off in accordance with parameters determined in the Commercial Best Practice Manual. Compile and present CV1 tender summary sign-off in accordance with parameters determined in the Commercial Best Practice manual. Coordinate the activities of the Material Buyer and Company Estimator to achieve CV1 and CV2 sign-off. Obtain authorisation to 'let' all sub-contract orders valued over thresholds as noted in Commercial Best Practice Manual. Place and issue sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements. Attend and minute all sub-contract order adjudication meetings. Compile reports on contract letting vs. estimate for each site periodically, as required. Liaise with build department on sub-contractors' performance and compliance with order conditions. Ability to deal with complex consortium sites and attend relevant meetings. Attend and project team meetings as required. Complete sub-contract orders to accord with site programmed build requirements in accordance with Group Policy and Group Rebate schemes and fully adjudicate prior to issue of documentation. Set up and regularly review with the site management team the PPQA tick sheet to facilitate sub-contract contract work payment. To liaise with company management and provide all necessary forecast and site budget information to meet the business's reporting requirements. Attend a monthly cost valuation meeting. Control and report post contract cost movements per development every month. Update CV1 and CV2 site specific reports and provide details of all "unscheduled" and "scheduled" order revisions i.e. Site Instructions and site purchase orders. To provide such monthly reporting as required by the Commercial Manager. Review professional fee provisions and statutory service cost, and credits, with the technical department. Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Bovis Homes Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Maintain a half yearly site reserve list. Issue Payment Withhold Notices, where a contractor application, or part thereof, is in dispute in accordance with Construction Act. Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/service provider. Where necessary, determine a sub-contract order in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Employment and liaise with Build Department in this respect. Diligently use the Bovis Homes construction system to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist in the regular review of materials on-site and material valuations. Agree and process all sales variation requests, including works to show homes, stock plots and sales incentive works in accordance with group procedures. Properly categorise on the construction system "unscheduled" and "scheduled" order amendments. Settle all variation invoices/applications for payment in accordance with Bovis Homes Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Process groundwork's payments/applications for payment using the Bovis Homes AGA payment system as outlined in Commercial Best Practice Manual. Ensure the collection of retention against all sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy. Manage and certify retention releases on completion of the development. Complete and agree sub-contract final accounts within 6 months of the last legal completion on-site and prior to the first release of retention to the individual sub-contractors. Maintain final account schedule. Maintain completed development provision on CV1. Maintain CV2 reserves as part of the 'Old Site Reserve' central file. Liaise with the technical department to secure site adoptions and tender, let and administer maintenance orders, as required. Complete formal site closedown procedure in accordance with Group Policy. Assist the Commercial Director / Manager to ensure: correct financial controls of sites is maintained at all times. all sub-contract payments are recorded and processed through the surveyors and payments clerks in accordance with the general terms and conditions of purchase orders. Inform the management team of any abnormal cost or circumstances which will have a significant effect on cost or have long term cost implications. Ensure Quantity Surveyors are pro-active on sites within their daily control, advice and discuss any operation or method where cost savings could be achieved. Mentor, manage and develop assistant/ junior surveyors and ensure the efficient running of the surveying team. Ensure you keep up to date with legislation changes and attend training and technical training as and when require by the Company. Attend departmental meetings as required. Deal with queries from site managers. Maintain open lines of communication with colleagues in other regions. Ensure all relevant stakeholders are informed of key departmental developments. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most. You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes, and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
JUNIOR MERCHANDISER EAST ANGLIA LADIES FASHION UP TO £40,000 DOE For this opportunity, you'll find yourself emerged creative side of merchandising as you'll work closely to your design and buying teams on the new, commercial and profitable ranges that are being bought for the business. This brand have been doing incredibly well, so looking after your best sellers and driving new and exciting product. This brand really care about the product they offer to their consumer.As the Junior Merchandiser you will be reporting directly into the Senior Merchandiser & Head of Merchandising, helping to set up ways of working and leading the way with taking the brand to the next level in their growth. As the Junior Merchandiser you will: Create and manage daily line sales for the business Own and update your forecasts for all product areas Directly communicate back to the owners of the business on a weekly basis; OTB, Stock Position, Freight updates, ROS, and all trading actions Full accountability of trading into opportunties and aiding solutions around high cover or "risk" lines with cancellations, phasing, re-works, RTV Manage and understand partner relationships with brands, making key commercial decisions around unit buys, pricing, RRP's and wholesale margins Effectively plan product launches for the brand in their retail spaces & ecom Experience of working with external brands or partners is desired Ensure that the daily administrative tasks are done being done accurately & in a timely manner You will naturally build a strong relationship with your Buyer and sales team, you will assist in all range builds, sign off's, and all strategy meetings. You will be responsible for identifying best sellers and move on's that the team need to focus on to generate new sales. Review product and supplier mix's with your Buyer to ensure that the right product, quality and designs are being brought into the business Building strategy, lessons learnt and weekly trade packs for the wider team Confident in presenting your suggestions and actions to senior management. Establish a consistent pricing architecture across product ranges At all times, aware of the competition Propose & manage any promotional activity you wish to implement with the marketing team BBBH30181
May 18, 2024
Full time
JUNIOR MERCHANDISER EAST ANGLIA LADIES FASHION UP TO £40,000 DOE For this opportunity, you'll find yourself emerged creative side of merchandising as you'll work closely to your design and buying teams on the new, commercial and profitable ranges that are being bought for the business. This brand have been doing incredibly well, so looking after your best sellers and driving new and exciting product. This brand really care about the product they offer to their consumer.As the Junior Merchandiser you will be reporting directly into the Senior Merchandiser & Head of Merchandising, helping to set up ways of working and leading the way with taking the brand to the next level in their growth. As the Junior Merchandiser you will: Create and manage daily line sales for the business Own and update your forecasts for all product areas Directly communicate back to the owners of the business on a weekly basis; OTB, Stock Position, Freight updates, ROS, and all trading actions Full accountability of trading into opportunties and aiding solutions around high cover or "risk" lines with cancellations, phasing, re-works, RTV Manage and understand partner relationships with brands, making key commercial decisions around unit buys, pricing, RRP's and wholesale margins Effectively plan product launches for the brand in their retail spaces & ecom Experience of working with external brands or partners is desired Ensure that the daily administrative tasks are done being done accurately & in a timely manner You will naturally build a strong relationship with your Buyer and sales team, you will assist in all range builds, sign off's, and all strategy meetings. You will be responsible for identifying best sellers and move on's that the team need to focus on to generate new sales. Review product and supplier mix's with your Buyer to ensure that the right product, quality and designs are being brought into the business Building strategy, lessons learnt and weekly trade packs for the wider team Confident in presenting your suggestions and actions to senior management. Establish a consistent pricing architecture across product ranges At all times, aware of the competition Propose & manage any promotional activity you wish to implement with the marketing team BBBH30181
For this role, we are seeking individuals with forensic investigations and compliance experience who are willing and able to travel internationally and across the EMEA region. You will be an integral member of the wider EMEA Investigations and Forensic Accounting practice which is part of a global practice offering international investigations and regulatory compliance capabilities. The role will require you to exhibit technical excellence, the ability to build relationships and the desire and capability to leverage technology to deliver efficient and innovative work. You will be expected to work with other members of the Forensics practice and help to build Control Risks' reputation for investigations in the marketplace. Role tasks and responsibilities Technical Delivery (55% of Role) Exhibit technical expertise in the delivery of Forensics engagements Act as an operational lead on engagements, taking full responsibility for the delivery of projects Design, execute and adapt project plans and budgets Ensure engagement deliverables address client expectations and are of a high quality Embed technology into engagements as both a differentiator and to improve efficiencies Operational & Risk (15% of Role) Monitor and mitigate risk on engagements from end to end, consulting with (Associate) Director / Principal / Partner Group as needed Ensure that key decisions are recorded for future reference and that suitable quality and risk files are maintained Ensure that engagements are delivered to time and budget Ensure complete record keeping of engagement economics and business administration within CRM Ensure timely accrual of income, raising of invoices and cash receipt Business Development & Growth (20% of Role) Build Control Risks' visibility and credibility in the marketplace Maintain and update our Client Relationship Management tool with relevant business information on our contacts, clients and opportunities Strengthen and expand personal network of contacts and legal / compliance buyers Innovate and identify new routes to market or new services Provide thought leadership, have an online presence and regular attendance at relevant seminars and conferences Professional Development (10% of Role) Take ownership of personal development Motivate and mentor junior members to achieve full potential Provide strong coaching and training to enable junior members to achieve technical and operational excellence Recognized professional qualification Working knowledge of FCPA, UK Bribery Act and other relevant legislation Experience in a consulting or professional services environment Experience in structuring, managing and delivering Forensic projects Demonstrable interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively in teams Knowledge of fraud and corruption investigation techniques and procedures; experience in conduct cases is a plus Managing business development and improving engagement margin The ability to build relationships internally and externally with stakeholders at all levels within an organization Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer. We operate a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivises, and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance. Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasise the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process. Apply for this job If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made in order to participate fully in the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.
May 17, 2024
Full time
For this role, we are seeking individuals with forensic investigations and compliance experience who are willing and able to travel internationally and across the EMEA region. You will be an integral member of the wider EMEA Investigations and Forensic Accounting practice which is part of a global practice offering international investigations and regulatory compliance capabilities. The role will require you to exhibit technical excellence, the ability to build relationships and the desire and capability to leverage technology to deliver efficient and innovative work. You will be expected to work with other members of the Forensics practice and help to build Control Risks' reputation for investigations in the marketplace. Role tasks and responsibilities Technical Delivery (55% of Role) Exhibit technical expertise in the delivery of Forensics engagements Act as an operational lead on engagements, taking full responsibility for the delivery of projects Design, execute and adapt project plans and budgets Ensure engagement deliverables address client expectations and are of a high quality Embed technology into engagements as both a differentiator and to improve efficiencies Operational & Risk (15% of Role) Monitor and mitigate risk on engagements from end to end, consulting with (Associate) Director / Principal / Partner Group as needed Ensure that key decisions are recorded for future reference and that suitable quality and risk files are maintained Ensure that engagements are delivered to time and budget Ensure complete record keeping of engagement economics and business administration within CRM Ensure timely accrual of income, raising of invoices and cash receipt Business Development & Growth (20% of Role) Build Control Risks' visibility and credibility in the marketplace Maintain and update our Client Relationship Management tool with relevant business information on our contacts, clients and opportunities Strengthen and expand personal network of contacts and legal / compliance buyers Innovate and identify new routes to market or new services Provide thought leadership, have an online presence and regular attendance at relevant seminars and conferences Professional Development (10% of Role) Take ownership of personal development Motivate and mentor junior members to achieve full potential Provide strong coaching and training to enable junior members to achieve technical and operational excellence Recognized professional qualification Working knowledge of FCPA, UK Bribery Act and other relevant legislation Experience in a consulting or professional services environment Experience in structuring, managing and delivering Forensic projects Demonstrable interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively in teams Knowledge of fraud and corruption investigation techniques and procedures; experience in conduct cases is a plus Managing business development and improving engagement margin The ability to build relationships internally and externally with stakeholders at all levels within an organization Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer. We operate a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivises, and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance. Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasise the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process. Apply for this job If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made in order to participate fully in the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.
Estate Agent Senior Sales Negotiator Calling Estate Agents at Sales Negotiator or Senior Sales Negotiator level. Do you want to work in an office that turned ove r £1.1 million in 2023 and targeted to achieve £1.3million this year and in previous years has done £1.4million and is the market leader? A basic salary is being offered of £20,000 plus a £200 per month car allowance (£2,400) with what can only be described as an outstanding personal sales commission starting structure starting at 8% on the first £150,000 exchanged and increasing to 10% after £150,000. On target earnings are realistically £70,000. This established and forward thinking independent Estate Agency is looking to further increase its share of the market and they are now looking to actively grow the business through sales and to enhance still further the reputation of the company for quality and performance. Estate Agent Senior Sales Negotiator They envisage their new associate to ultimately have an in-depth knowledge of his/her applicant base, allowing him/her to not only match buyers with sellers but buyers with 'virtual sellers such as those who may not necessarily be coming to the market immediately but would consider a proposal if the 'right person came along . Estate Agent Senior Sales Negotiator In other words, they are looking for the consummate deal maker who can see success, be it in front of his/her nose or out in the distance. The telephone is the prime selling tool and their new associate will have a great fondness for this old but essential aid. Estate Agent Senior Sales Negotiator Key responsibilities: From day one you will focus wholly on the selling process and use the tools of trade as a great opportunity to create income. Having said that, the rewards structure caters for personal as well as team effort and as such, they are very keen to create the best of both worlds, team spirit alongside personal success. Estate Agent Senior Sales Negotiator Remuneration: Basic salary £20,000 plus £200 per month car allowance (£2,400) with on target earnings of £70,000. Working hours are 08.30 to 6.00 Monday to Thursday, 08.30 to 5.30 on Friday and 08.30 to 5.00 on Saturday with 2 Saturdays on and then 1 off (5 day working week) Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents hits 17 years of successful trading. A milestone to be proud of Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents is a "Specialist Estate Agency Recruitment Service" dealing with the placement of Estate Agents and Letting Agents into permanent positions within the Residential Estate Agency Property sector. We cover all specialities of recruitment within the residential property sector to include Residential Sales, Residential Lettings, Property Management, Block Management, Inventory Clerks, RICS Chartered Surveyors, Land and New Homes, CeMAP qualified Estate Agency Financial Services Consultants / Mortgage Advisors, Protection Advisors, Secretarial / Administration. Visit Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents website for online Estate Agency vacancies. Find Steve King on LinkedIn.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Estate Agent Senior Sales Negotiator Calling Estate Agents at Sales Negotiator or Senior Sales Negotiator level. Do you want to work in an office that turned ove r £1.1 million in 2023 and targeted to achieve £1.3million this year and in previous years has done £1.4million and is the market leader? A basic salary is being offered of £20,000 plus a £200 per month car allowance (£2,400) with what can only be described as an outstanding personal sales commission starting structure starting at 8% on the first £150,000 exchanged and increasing to 10% after £150,000. On target earnings are realistically £70,000. This established and forward thinking independent Estate Agency is looking to further increase its share of the market and they are now looking to actively grow the business through sales and to enhance still further the reputation of the company for quality and performance. Estate Agent Senior Sales Negotiator They envisage their new associate to ultimately have an in-depth knowledge of his/her applicant base, allowing him/her to not only match buyers with sellers but buyers with 'virtual sellers such as those who may not necessarily be coming to the market immediately but would consider a proposal if the 'right person came along . Estate Agent Senior Sales Negotiator In other words, they are looking for the consummate deal maker who can see success, be it in front of his/her nose or out in the distance. The telephone is the prime selling tool and their new associate will have a great fondness for this old but essential aid. Estate Agent Senior Sales Negotiator Key responsibilities: From day one you will focus wholly on the selling process and use the tools of trade as a great opportunity to create income. Having said that, the rewards structure caters for personal as well as team effort and as such, they are very keen to create the best of both worlds, team spirit alongside personal success. Estate Agent Senior Sales Negotiator Remuneration: Basic salary £20,000 plus £200 per month car allowance (£2,400) with on target earnings of £70,000. Working hours are 08.30 to 6.00 Monday to Thursday, 08.30 to 5.30 on Friday and 08.30 to 5.00 on Saturday with 2 Saturdays on and then 1 off (5 day working week) Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents hits 17 years of successful trading. A milestone to be proud of Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents is a "Specialist Estate Agency Recruitment Service" dealing with the placement of Estate Agents and Letting Agents into permanent positions within the Residential Estate Agency Property sector. We cover all specialities of recruitment within the residential property sector to include Residential Sales, Residential Lettings, Property Management, Block Management, Inventory Clerks, RICS Chartered Surveyors, Land and New Homes, CeMAP qualified Estate Agency Financial Services Consultants / Mortgage Advisors, Protection Advisors, Secretarial / Administration. Visit Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents website for online Estate Agency vacancies. Find Steve King on LinkedIn.
Key Responsibilities Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiating contracts and building strong relationships Manage and monitor procurement activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and requirements Conduct market research and analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimise procurement strategies Actively participate in supplier performance evaluations and implement corrective actions when necessary Monitor day to day procurement activities to ensure adherence to budgetary constraints, procurement policies, and regulatory standards. Track and report on procurement savings achieved through cost reduction measures. Manage disputes, claims, and contract variations with suppliers in a timely and professional manner. Job Requirements Significant experience in procurement, ideally within the Utilities industry Proven track record as a Senior Buyer, with expertise in managing end-to-end procurement processes Strong knowledge and understanding of Procurement Supply Chain CIPS is desirable Proficient in procurement software, such as ERP systems Benefits Competitive salary, up to 50,000 per annum Car allowance Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing company Excellent career development and progression prospects Working in the taunton site, with regular visits to the regional office If you have the required experience and skills for this role, we invite you to apply now to join our client as a valued Procurement Officer.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Key Responsibilities Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiating contracts and building strong relationships Manage and monitor procurement activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and requirements Conduct market research and analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimise procurement strategies Actively participate in supplier performance evaluations and implement corrective actions when necessary Monitor day to day procurement activities to ensure adherence to budgetary constraints, procurement policies, and regulatory standards. Track and report on procurement savings achieved through cost reduction measures. Manage disputes, claims, and contract variations with suppliers in a timely and professional manner. Job Requirements Significant experience in procurement, ideally within the Utilities industry Proven track record as a Senior Buyer, with expertise in managing end-to-end procurement processes Strong knowledge and understanding of Procurement Supply Chain CIPS is desirable Proficient in procurement software, such as ERP systems Benefits Competitive salary, up to 50,000 per annum Car allowance Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing company Excellent career development and progression prospects Working in the taunton site, with regular visits to the regional office If you have the required experience and skills for this role, we invite you to apply now to join our client as a valued Procurement Officer.
Alma Personnel are currently working with a retail client who are recruiting for an Assistant Buyer to join their small, friendly team. This role would suit someone from a purchasing background who is looking for career progression as a Buyer, or a Junior Buyer who is ready for a new challenge. The duties of an Assistant Buyer will include: Supporting the Senior Buyer in sourcing products Researching competitors and market trends Managing suppliers, and negotiating prices Raising and monitoring purchase orders to ensure on time delivery Organising samples and writing accurate product descriptions for the company website Resolving any customer quality issues The Assistant Buyer will possess: Strong numerical skills and proficient in excel A proactive and positive approach Be an excellent team player Excellent attention to detail Ability to multi task and work under pressure Good standard of written English The company offer a competitive salary, they also offer hybrid working once the successful candidate has settled in to the role. Due to the location of the company a driving licence will be required. If you have the right skills for this role, please submit your application!
May 17, 2024
Full time
Alma Personnel are currently working with a retail client who are recruiting for an Assistant Buyer to join their small, friendly team. This role would suit someone from a purchasing background who is looking for career progression as a Buyer, or a Junior Buyer who is ready for a new challenge. The duties of an Assistant Buyer will include: Supporting the Senior Buyer in sourcing products Researching competitors and market trends Managing suppliers, and negotiating prices Raising and monitoring purchase orders to ensure on time delivery Organising samples and writing accurate product descriptions for the company website Resolving any customer quality issues The Assistant Buyer will possess: Strong numerical skills and proficient in excel A proactive and positive approach Be an excellent team player Excellent attention to detail Ability to multi task and work under pressure Good standard of written English The company offer a competitive salary, they also offer hybrid working once the successful candidate has settled in to the role. Due to the location of the company a driving licence will be required. If you have the right skills for this role, please submit your application!
A unique opportunity for a Category Specialist to join in the Professional Services category within an established Higher Education organisation has arisen. With 35 days annual leave + banks holidays and Christmas closure, yearly pay rise up to 38093 in addition to inflation-based salary increase, this is not an opportunity to pass by! Client Details Named the University of the Year 2022 at the renowned Times Higher Education (THE) awards, this monumental win celebrates a special journey Northumbria University has been on since 2008, which involved becoming the first research-intensive modern university in the UK. Northumbria is ranked in the top 25 in the UK for research power, according to the results of the latest Research Excellence Framework. Northumbria University is a renowned educational institution based in Newcastle Upon Tyne, recognised for its commitment to research and development in various fields. With a substantial workforce and a diverse range of departments, it has a significant impact on the local economy and fosters a culture of continuous learning and innovation. Description The Category Specialist role is a very unique role at this level. The successful candidate will have the support of mentors and undergo training to become an expert in tendering and negations, and gain exposure to category management. Sitting within the Professional Support Management category, the Category Specialist will be responsible for areas including professional services, marketing, libraries, financial services and more. You will lead, develop and implement the Procurement and Operational Management Plan for the Professional Support Management Category, including: Setting the direction of the assigned Category, leading the development and implementation of the Operational Category Plan based on market knowledge and (Category) data analysis in order to support strategic goals. Developing and implementing sourcing plans for new projects and key renewals ensuring that these strategies deliver clear Value for Money benefits, both through the achievement of direct procurement savings, and through integration into and proactive influencing of finance and other activities. Providing operational commercial and procurement advice to key stakeholders as well as procurement process advice to stakeholders and other teams involved in or dependent on procurement activities. Running tenders and leading supplier commercial and contract negotiations Review and negotiate commercial and operational contractual documents with minimal support from Legal Services. Implement effective supplier and contract management for key suppliers, including management of KPIs and performance dashboards. Supporting the Head of Procurement with ensuring that effective arrangements are in place for compliance with both external and internal procurement regulations and achieving sustainability and socio-economic targets. Develop and maintain a specialist knowledge and expertise of own area of responsibility, providing guidance to others as appropriate. Deliver excellent customer service and provide a welcoming, efficient, helpful and informative service to all customers. Profile If you are an experienced Buyer, Senior Buyer or Procurement Officer, we would like to hear from you. The successful candidate will have experience in the following: Leading tenders and supplier commercial and contract negotiations focused on achieving value for money as well as direct savings. Facilitating the purchasing process from receipt of requirements to placement of the purchase order. Detailed understanding of procurement processes and experience in facilitating complex approval processes as required by defined policies and regulations. Experience in collating purchasing and supplier data and populating dashboards based on these. Effective supplier and contract management. Understanding of Supplier Relationship Management processes and have contributed to these. Building relationships with key stakeholders to achieve a position as trusted advisor on procurement matter. Strong strategic focus and commercial sensitivity and acumen. Job Offer 35 days annual leave with the option to buy up to 10 days extra. This is in addition to bank/public holidays and closure between Christmas and New Year. Yearly pay rise along spine points up to 38093, in addition to inflated-based salary increase. Flexible working around core hours of 10-4. Excellent employer pension contributions rising with employee contributions. Hybrid working model with 3 days on site in Newcastle. Support with qualifications & training. You will join an environment which prides itself on giving back to the community and is dedicated to making a difference. Access to nurseries & childcare, discounted travel, sports facilities, Cycle To Work, local discounts and more.
May 17, 2024
Full time
A unique opportunity for a Category Specialist to join in the Professional Services category within an established Higher Education organisation has arisen. With 35 days annual leave + banks holidays and Christmas closure, yearly pay rise up to 38093 in addition to inflation-based salary increase, this is not an opportunity to pass by! Client Details Named the University of the Year 2022 at the renowned Times Higher Education (THE) awards, this monumental win celebrates a special journey Northumbria University has been on since 2008, which involved becoming the first research-intensive modern university in the UK. Northumbria is ranked in the top 25 in the UK for research power, according to the results of the latest Research Excellence Framework. Northumbria University is a renowned educational institution based in Newcastle Upon Tyne, recognised for its commitment to research and development in various fields. With a substantial workforce and a diverse range of departments, it has a significant impact on the local economy and fosters a culture of continuous learning and innovation. Description The Category Specialist role is a very unique role at this level. The successful candidate will have the support of mentors and undergo training to become an expert in tendering and negations, and gain exposure to category management. Sitting within the Professional Support Management category, the Category Specialist will be responsible for areas including professional services, marketing, libraries, financial services and more. You will lead, develop and implement the Procurement and Operational Management Plan for the Professional Support Management Category, including: Setting the direction of the assigned Category, leading the development and implementation of the Operational Category Plan based on market knowledge and (Category) data analysis in order to support strategic goals. Developing and implementing sourcing plans for new projects and key renewals ensuring that these strategies deliver clear Value for Money benefits, both through the achievement of direct procurement savings, and through integration into and proactive influencing of finance and other activities. Providing operational commercial and procurement advice to key stakeholders as well as procurement process advice to stakeholders and other teams involved in or dependent on procurement activities. Running tenders and leading supplier commercial and contract negotiations Review and negotiate commercial and operational contractual documents with minimal support from Legal Services. Implement effective supplier and contract management for key suppliers, including management of KPIs and performance dashboards. Supporting the Head of Procurement with ensuring that effective arrangements are in place for compliance with both external and internal procurement regulations and achieving sustainability and socio-economic targets. Develop and maintain a specialist knowledge and expertise of own area of responsibility, providing guidance to others as appropriate. Deliver excellent customer service and provide a welcoming, efficient, helpful and informative service to all customers. Profile If you are an experienced Buyer, Senior Buyer or Procurement Officer, we would like to hear from you. The successful candidate will have experience in the following: Leading tenders and supplier commercial and contract negotiations focused on achieving value for money as well as direct savings. Facilitating the purchasing process from receipt of requirements to placement of the purchase order. Detailed understanding of procurement processes and experience in facilitating complex approval processes as required by defined policies and regulations. Experience in collating purchasing and supplier data and populating dashboards based on these. Effective supplier and contract management. Understanding of Supplier Relationship Management processes and have contributed to these. Building relationships with key stakeholders to achieve a position as trusted advisor on procurement matter. Strong strategic focus and commercial sensitivity and acumen. Job Offer 35 days annual leave with the option to buy up to 10 days extra. This is in addition to bank/public holidays and closure between Christmas and New Year. Yearly pay rise along spine points up to 38093, in addition to inflated-based salary increase. Flexible working around core hours of 10-4. Excellent employer pension contributions rising with employee contributions. Hybrid working model with 3 days on site in Newcastle. Support with qualifications & training. You will join an environment which prides itself on giving back to the community and is dedicated to making a difference. Access to nurseries & childcare, discounted travel, sports facilities, Cycle To Work, local discounts and more.
At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader - we're changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world. We're committed to pushing boundaries and leaving our mark as we reinvent the future of ecommerce for enthusiasts. Our customers are our compass, authenticity thrives, bold ideas are welcome, and everyone can bring their unique selves to work - every day. We're in this together, sustaining the future of our customers, our company, and our planet. Join a team of passionate thinkers, innovators, and dreamers - and help us connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all. This is a 14 month fixed term contract role with an ideal start in mid-July. About the team and role The UK Monetisation team is responsible for maximising long-term value creation for the company across buyers, sellers and partners. As Senior Manager responsible for promotions, you will be an integral part of this team and will work on some of the largest and most complex elements of eBay's business strategy, driving financial performance (top and bottom line) and defining the relationships eBay has with its customers and partners representing the firm's largest source of competitive advantage. You will coordinate with the necessary teams managing sellers (Business sellers and Consumer sellers) to ensure the promotion plan is aligned to their business strategy and is driving incremental business. You also will have to coordinate with legal, marketing, customer service and analytics team to ensure the promo delivery. The candidate in this role will report into the Head of monetization UK/FR, and the team sits within Global monetisation team. The successful candidate will need to operate cross-functionally in the day-to-day workings of the eBay's UK business while at the global level it will be essential to collaborate effectively with the other major country leads in primarily USA and Central Europe to develop global initiatives and to build out promo tools & infrastructure. What you will accomplish: Design and implement A/B tests to inform/validate modelling, and share an accurate readout with country teams to drive commercial decision making Provide business insights using data (both quantitative and qualitative) to improve performance of pricing campaigns and analyze competitive landscape Derive customer insights from data, translate into commercial lever enhancements, and grow the spend at a positive return on investment Create, improve, and automate streamlined & accurate reporting, e.g. - Standardize execution of eBay Promotions from forecasting to performance measurement Partner with country team and analytical team by translating business questions/problems into structured analyses and support UK and FR business transformation, e.g. - Redefining Seller Segmentations and Value Proposition for C2C and B2C sellers Partner management and project execution: liaise with the relevant leads in the B2C and C2C UK seller teams on key data insights to drive decision, and support and execution pricing changes via working closing with various partner team such as finance, C2C, product, legal and marketing team. What you will bring: Previous experience in revenue management and pricing of services, with exposure to designing and managing promotions preferred Outstanding analytical thinking skills. Strength in analysing information and comfortable with modelling. Ability to merge qualitative and strategic perspectives with analytics to create balanced recommendations. Ability to manage delivery in a fast-changing, multi-national cross-functional business. Flexible, and comfortable with dealing through ambiguity in a trust-based, human way. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to present proposals that incorporate the customer impact as well as the commercial impact. Strong attention to detail and experience coordinating with cross-functional teams Please see the Talent Privacy Notice for information regarding how eBay handles your personal data collected when you use the eBay Careers website or apply for a job with eBay. eBay is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please contact us at . We will make every effort to respond to your request for accommodation as soon as possible. View our accessibility statement to learn more about eBay's commitment to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. Jobs posted with location as "Remote - United States (Excludes: HI, NM)" excludes residents of Hawaii and New Mexico. This website uses cookies to enhance your experience. By continuing to browse the site, you agree to our use of cookies. Visit our Privacy Center for more information.
May 17, 2024
Contractor
At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader - we're changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world. We're committed to pushing boundaries and leaving our mark as we reinvent the future of ecommerce for enthusiasts. Our customers are our compass, authenticity thrives, bold ideas are welcome, and everyone can bring their unique selves to work - every day. We're in this together, sustaining the future of our customers, our company, and our planet. Join a team of passionate thinkers, innovators, and dreamers - and help us connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all. This is a 14 month fixed term contract role with an ideal start in mid-July. About the team and role The UK Monetisation team is responsible for maximising long-term value creation for the company across buyers, sellers and partners. As Senior Manager responsible for promotions, you will be an integral part of this team and will work on some of the largest and most complex elements of eBay's business strategy, driving financial performance (top and bottom line) and defining the relationships eBay has with its customers and partners representing the firm's largest source of competitive advantage. You will coordinate with the necessary teams managing sellers (Business sellers and Consumer sellers) to ensure the promotion plan is aligned to their business strategy and is driving incremental business. You also will have to coordinate with legal, marketing, customer service and analytics team to ensure the promo delivery. The candidate in this role will report into the Head of monetization UK/FR, and the team sits within Global monetisation team. The successful candidate will need to operate cross-functionally in the day-to-day workings of the eBay's UK business while at the global level it will be essential to collaborate effectively with the other major country leads in primarily USA and Central Europe to develop global initiatives and to build out promo tools & infrastructure. What you will accomplish: Design and implement A/B tests to inform/validate modelling, and share an accurate readout with country teams to drive commercial decision making Provide business insights using data (both quantitative and qualitative) to improve performance of pricing campaigns and analyze competitive landscape Derive customer insights from data, translate into commercial lever enhancements, and grow the spend at a positive return on investment Create, improve, and automate streamlined & accurate reporting, e.g. - Standardize execution of eBay Promotions from forecasting to performance measurement Partner with country team and analytical team by translating business questions/problems into structured analyses and support UK and FR business transformation, e.g. - Redefining Seller Segmentations and Value Proposition for C2C and B2C sellers Partner management and project execution: liaise with the relevant leads in the B2C and C2C UK seller teams on key data insights to drive decision, and support and execution pricing changes via working closing with various partner team such as finance, C2C, product, legal and marketing team. What you will bring: Previous experience in revenue management and pricing of services, with exposure to designing and managing promotions preferred Outstanding analytical thinking skills. Strength in analysing information and comfortable with modelling. Ability to merge qualitative and strategic perspectives with analytics to create balanced recommendations. Ability to manage delivery in a fast-changing, multi-national cross-functional business. Flexible, and comfortable with dealing through ambiguity in a trust-based, human way. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to present proposals that incorporate the customer impact as well as the commercial impact. Strong attention to detail and experience coordinating with cross-functional teams Please see the Talent Privacy Notice for information regarding how eBay handles your personal data collected when you use the eBay Careers website or apply for a job with eBay. eBay is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please contact us at . We will make every effort to respond to your request for accommodation as soon as possible. View our accessibility statement to learn more about eBay's commitment to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. Jobs posted with location as "Remote - United States (Excludes: HI, NM)" excludes residents of Hawaii and New Mexico. This website uses cookies to enhance your experience. By continuing to browse the site, you agree to our use of cookies. Visit our Privacy Center for more information.
At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader - we're changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world. We're committed to pushing boundaries and leaving our mark as we reinvent the future of ecommerce for enthusiasts. Our customers are our compass, authenticity thrives, bold ideas are welcome, and everyone can bring their unique selves to work - every day. We're in this together, sustaining the future of our customers, our company, and our planet. Join a team of passionate thinkers, innovators, and dreamers - and help us connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all. KnownOrigin, one of the most innovative non-fungible token (NFT) marketplaces, announced in June 2022 that eBay has acquired KnownOrigin. KnownOrigin's technology and platform provides artists a place to create unique, authentic, digital collectables, in the form of NFTs. This acquisition is an important step in eBay's tech-led reimagination, ushering in a new era of digital collecting to the world's top destination for collectables. KnownOrigin, which was founded in 2018 in Manchester, UK, enables artists and collectors to create, buy and resell NFTs via blockchain-support transactions. Since its founding, KnownOrigin has seen significant growth as it has revolutionised the way people create, buy, and sell NFTs. We are looking for a Senior Engineer to join the Known Origin team based in Manchester. You will report directly to the tech lead within your squad as well as working closing with the wider engineering team. Responsibilities include : Building out high available and automated infrastructure provisioning and monitoring including CI/CD solutions as well as implementing best practice for the wider product suite. Building highly scalable products leveraging a mixture of cloud infrastructure and web 3.0 native infrastructure. Engineering and delivering solutions which are capable of onboarding many millions of users into the web 3.0 space Delivering decentralised solutions which can handle web 2 scale but remain open to future web 3 technologies You will be embedded within one of our cross-functional squads made of Engineers, Product people and User Experience Designers. Our squads are largely autonomous and self organising, so you'll be keen on participating in a range of activities and workshops. Reporting directly to the tech lead, you will have opportunities to design and deliver technology changes through the stack. Work closely with the wider community to Identify, build and release features Your work will be life-changing for a new generation of creators, allowing them to make a living from their creativity in previously impossible ways. Job Requirements: 5+ years experience building software solutions 0-3+ years JavaScript/NodeJS experience (React/Marko highly desirable) 1-5+ years experience in using tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, terraform and other associated technologies and libraries. Exposure to cloud services such as Google Cloud and or AWS Exposure to building high available and scalable HTTP restful APIs Exposure to building out highly available database solutions Any blockchain exposure is desirable and look upon favourably, any familiarity with the web3 stack and associated technologies Please see the Talent Privacy Notice for information regarding how eBay handles your personal data collected when you use the eBay Careers website or apply for a job with eBay. eBay is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please contact us at . We will make every effort to respond to your request for accommodation as soon as possible. View our accessibility statement to learn more about eBay's commitment to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. Jobs posted with location as "Remote - United States (Excludes: HI, NM)" excludes residents of Hawaii and New Mexico. This website uses cookies to enhance your experience. By continuing to browse the site, you agree to our use of cookies. Visit our Privacy Center for more information.
May 17, 2024
Full time
At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader - we're changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world. We're committed to pushing boundaries and leaving our mark as we reinvent the future of ecommerce for enthusiasts. Our customers are our compass, authenticity thrives, bold ideas are welcome, and everyone can bring their unique selves to work - every day. We're in this together, sustaining the future of our customers, our company, and our planet. Join a team of passionate thinkers, innovators, and dreamers - and help us connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all. KnownOrigin, one of the most innovative non-fungible token (NFT) marketplaces, announced in June 2022 that eBay has acquired KnownOrigin. KnownOrigin's technology and platform provides artists a place to create unique, authentic, digital collectables, in the form of NFTs. This acquisition is an important step in eBay's tech-led reimagination, ushering in a new era of digital collecting to the world's top destination for collectables. KnownOrigin, which was founded in 2018 in Manchester, UK, enables artists and collectors to create, buy and resell NFTs via blockchain-support transactions. Since its founding, KnownOrigin has seen significant growth as it has revolutionised the way people create, buy, and sell NFTs. We are looking for a Senior Engineer to join the Known Origin team based in Manchester. You will report directly to the tech lead within your squad as well as working closing with the wider engineering team. Responsibilities include : Building out high available and automated infrastructure provisioning and monitoring including CI/CD solutions as well as implementing best practice for the wider product suite. Building highly scalable products leveraging a mixture of cloud infrastructure and web 3.0 native infrastructure. Engineering and delivering solutions which are capable of onboarding many millions of users into the web 3.0 space Delivering decentralised solutions which can handle web 2 scale but remain open to future web 3 technologies You will be embedded within one of our cross-functional squads made of Engineers, Product people and User Experience Designers. Our squads are largely autonomous and self organising, so you'll be keen on participating in a range of activities and workshops. Reporting directly to the tech lead, you will have opportunities to design and deliver technology changes through the stack. Work closely with the wider community to Identify, build and release features Your work will be life-changing for a new generation of creators, allowing them to make a living from their creativity in previously impossible ways. Job Requirements: 5+ years experience building software solutions 0-3+ years JavaScript/NodeJS experience (React/Marko highly desirable) 1-5+ years experience in using tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, terraform and other associated technologies and libraries. Exposure to cloud services such as Google Cloud and or AWS Exposure to building high available and scalable HTTP restful APIs Exposure to building out highly available database solutions Any blockchain exposure is desirable and look upon favourably, any familiarity with the web3 stack and associated technologies Please see the Talent Privacy Notice for information regarding how eBay handles your personal data collected when you use the eBay Careers website or apply for a job with eBay. eBay is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please contact us at . We will make every effort to respond to your request for accommodation as soon as possible. View our accessibility statement to learn more about eBay's commitment to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. Jobs posted with location as "Remote - United States (Excludes: HI, NM)" excludes residents of Hawaii and New Mexico. This website uses cookies to enhance your experience. By continuing to browse the site, you agree to our use of cookies. Visit our Privacy Center for more information.
An experienced Lead Buyer required to join an established manufacturing company based in Nottinghamshire.As Lead Buyer you will develop and pursue purchasing opportunities & negotiate contracts.Duties: Prepare proposals, request quotes and negotiate purchase terms and conditions Prepare and issue purchase orders and agreements Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues and concerns Analyze industry and demand trends and support senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies To positively impact the company's KPI's with particular focus on EBIT To establish and support long term supplier relationships to maximise supply chain effectiveness Key Skills : Strong Team player Good knowledge of all MS office applications, specifically excel to an advanced level. Working knowledge of manufacturing processes. Confident and well organised Proactive and able to multitask. Drive and determination to succeed. Strong and confident communication and customer liaison skills. Ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure. Excellent time management skills, methodical worker with high level attention to details. Salary 40kWorking Monday - Thursday 7.00- 16.00 & Fri (phone number removed)Onsite parking availablePlease call (phone number removed) for further information asking for Natalie or click to apply
May 17, 2024
Full time
An experienced Lead Buyer required to join an established manufacturing company based in Nottinghamshire.As Lead Buyer you will develop and pursue purchasing opportunities & negotiate contracts.Duties: Prepare proposals, request quotes and negotiate purchase terms and conditions Prepare and issue purchase orders and agreements Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues and concerns Analyze industry and demand trends and support senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies To positively impact the company's KPI's with particular focus on EBIT To establish and support long term supplier relationships to maximise supply chain effectiveness Key Skills : Strong Team player Good knowledge of all MS office applications, specifically excel to an advanced level. Working knowledge of manufacturing processes. Confident and well organised Proactive and able to multitask. Drive and determination to succeed. Strong and confident communication and customer liaison skills. Ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure. Excellent time management skills, methodical worker with high level attention to details. Salary 40kWorking Monday - Thursday 7.00- 16.00 & Fri (phone number removed)Onsite parking availablePlease call (phone number removed) for further information asking for Natalie or click to apply
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD
Rochdale, Lancashire
Senior Buyer Salary + Benefits Salary DOE - 35K - 45K Company bonus scheme up to an additional 10K Hybrid working Monday to Friday (8:30pm - 5:00pm / 9:00am - 5:30pm) Staff discount programme 25 days holiday Auto-enrolment pension scheme Senior Buyer Required to join a leading UK Wholesaler to aid with large scale company growth. Our client turns over in excess of 50m per year and are looking to expand further for 2024 at their site based in Rochdale. The company specialise specifically within the Retail and FMCG sector, working with numerous blue-chip clients and customers across the UK to bring products that range from snacks, household goods and toiletries to groceries, pet care and alcohol. Senior Buyer Position Requirements Experience with multiple category responsibility including residuals / clearance Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, SUMIF etc.) Previous experience with P&L Strong understanding of the FMCG sector and traditional BWS categories Previous experience of buying / selling in a wholesale environment Degree educated - Highly Desirable Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, and contact you in relation to this application and the services we offer.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Senior Buyer Salary + Benefits Salary DOE - 35K - 45K Company bonus scheme up to an additional 10K Hybrid working Monday to Friday (8:30pm - 5:00pm / 9:00am - 5:30pm) Staff discount programme 25 days holiday Auto-enrolment pension scheme Senior Buyer Required to join a leading UK Wholesaler to aid with large scale company growth. Our client turns over in excess of 50m per year and are looking to expand further for 2024 at their site based in Rochdale. The company specialise specifically within the Retail and FMCG sector, working with numerous blue-chip clients and customers across the UK to bring products that range from snacks, household goods and toiletries to groceries, pet care and alcohol. Senior Buyer Position Requirements Experience with multiple category responsibility including residuals / clearance Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, SUMIF etc.) Previous experience with P&L Strong understanding of the FMCG sector and traditional BWS categories Previous experience of buying / selling in a wholesale environment Degree educated - Highly Desirable Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, and contact you in relation to this application and the services we offer.
Our client is looking for a Senior Buyer for a permanent position, located in Aberdeen ROLE The Senior Buyer will form an integral part of the Purchasing function in the achievement of Operational objectives. The role is key to leading the Company forward in securing quality suppliers of materials and components covering price, delivery and quality targets. RESPONSIBILITIES Establish strategic relationships with key suppliers, Identify new suppliers, agree terms and negotiate supply agreements where appropriate. Overseeing the management of stocks and materials to maximize business efficiency. Ensure parts and materials are bought at the most competitive price and delivered on time for production. Forecasting price trends and their impact on future activities. Continually improve purchasing methods to drive down external spend. Developing market knowledge and contacts for new products and services. Producing reports and statistics where requested. Keeping supplier catalogues and files and using them as reference for the future. Checking costs, quality and levels of service. Attending meetings and trade events as necessary. Visiting distribution centers and suppliers if required. Training and supervising stores staff as required. Compliance with and commitment to: GES Policies and Procedures GES Environmental Policy and Procedure REQUIREMENTS Previous experience in a senior role.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Our client is looking for a Senior Buyer for a permanent position, located in Aberdeen ROLE The Senior Buyer will form an integral part of the Purchasing function in the achievement of Operational objectives. The role is key to leading the Company forward in securing quality suppliers of materials and components covering price, delivery and quality targets. RESPONSIBILITIES Establish strategic relationships with key suppliers, Identify new suppliers, agree terms and negotiate supply agreements where appropriate. Overseeing the management of stocks and materials to maximize business efficiency. Ensure parts and materials are bought at the most competitive price and delivered on time for production. Forecasting price trends and their impact on future activities. Continually improve purchasing methods to drive down external spend. Developing market knowledge and contacts for new products and services. Producing reports and statistics where requested. Keeping supplier catalogues and files and using them as reference for the future. Checking costs, quality and levels of service. Attending meetings and trade events as necessary. Visiting distribution centers and suppliers if required. Training and supervising stores staff as required. Compliance with and commitment to: GES Policies and Procedures GES Environmental Policy and Procedure REQUIREMENTS Previous experience in a senior role.
Large manufacturing engineering business require a Senior Buyer. Applicants need to be comfortable with operational and strategic procurement tasks, within a production manufacturing environment and have previous MRP experience. The Senior Buyer will join a team of Buyers and Senior Buyers reporting into a Procurement Manager. The Senior Buyer will work within a fast-paced manufacturing environment where driving suppliers against operational metrics such as OTD/OTIF is paramount, in order to meet production plans. Aside from these tactical duties, the Senior Buyer will get to support strategic initiatives around supply chain development and collaboration activities. The Senior Buyer will source across both, mechanical and electronic supply chains. Specific duties of the Senior Buyer include: Purchase Order Management activities via MRP Day-to-Day management of suppliers against OTD/OTIF metrics to ensure continuity of supply Supply market intelligence activities around the selection of new supply chain partners Supplier / Subcontractor partnering - understand capacity, future capabilities, collaboration/innovation etc Contribute to department cost saving targets and objectives Senior Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria: Experience in procurement, ideally as a Buyer, Senior Buyer or Strategic Buyer Comfortable liaising with technical stakeholders across Engineering, Quality, Production etc. Skilled in the use of an MRP or ERP system Ability to balance tactical and strategic procurement tasks Previous experience within a manufacturing or engineering business
May 17, 2024
Full time
Large manufacturing engineering business require a Senior Buyer. Applicants need to be comfortable with operational and strategic procurement tasks, within a production manufacturing environment and have previous MRP experience. The Senior Buyer will join a team of Buyers and Senior Buyers reporting into a Procurement Manager. The Senior Buyer will work within a fast-paced manufacturing environment where driving suppliers against operational metrics such as OTD/OTIF is paramount, in order to meet production plans. Aside from these tactical duties, the Senior Buyer will get to support strategic initiatives around supply chain development and collaboration activities. The Senior Buyer will source across both, mechanical and electronic supply chains. Specific duties of the Senior Buyer include: Purchase Order Management activities via MRP Day-to-Day management of suppliers against OTD/OTIF metrics to ensure continuity of supply Supply market intelligence activities around the selection of new supply chain partners Supplier / Subcontractor partnering - understand capacity, future capabilities, collaboration/innovation etc Contribute to department cost saving targets and objectives Senior Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria: Experience in procurement, ideally as a Buyer, Senior Buyer or Strategic Buyer Comfortable liaising with technical stakeholders across Engineering, Quality, Production etc. Skilled in the use of an MRP or ERP system Ability to balance tactical and strategic procurement tasks Previous experience within a manufacturing or engineering business
Portfolio Procurement has been engaged to recruit a Senior Buyer for a leading FMCG business based in Kent. This role comes with exceptional benefits including hybrid working, Bonus, Healthcare, excellent pension & much more. Experience/Skills : Education and Experience: Procurement experience with a track record of delivering cost improvements. Good knowledge of Contract manufacturing A strong understanding of End-to-End Supply Chain A good technical understanding of purchasing within Pharma, Food Supplement, Cosmetic and/or Medical Devices Experience of third-party vendor management Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel Proficient user of SAP or Similar ERP/MRP System Studying CIPS or qualified to a degree level 46769JE INDPRO
May 17, 2024
Full time
Portfolio Procurement has been engaged to recruit a Senior Buyer for a leading FMCG business based in Kent. This role comes with exceptional benefits including hybrid working, Bonus, Healthcare, excellent pension & much more. Experience/Skills : Education and Experience: Procurement experience with a track record of delivering cost improvements. Good knowledge of Contract manufacturing A strong understanding of End-to-End Supply Chain A good technical understanding of purchasing within Pharma, Food Supplement, Cosmetic and/or Medical Devices Experience of third-party vendor management Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel Proficient user of SAP or Similar ERP/MRP System Studying CIPS or qualified to a degree level 46769JE INDPRO