Are you looking to benefit from a new career in Project Management? If you are organised, competent, dependable and can communicate well and motivate those around you; you could have a truly rewarding future as a Project Manager. We do this using our specialised programme looking at placing candidates into gateway project management positions to build the foundation of a project management career. Please note this career program is designed for entry level individuals with limited or no experience, so please do not apply if you are already an experience project worker as we will be looking primarily at entry level roles. Qualified Project Managers can easily earn between £450-£1,000 per day working on contracted positions and average salaries for lower level and entry level positions are also extremely lucrative and in high demand. Below are current average salaries in the sector for lower-level positions and fully trained Project Managers: Project Administrator - £26,000 Project Coordinator - £33,000 Junior Project Manager - £36,500 PRINCE2 Project Manager - £61,500 Senior Project Manager - £70,000+ Using our experience in providing project management training online and through our expert recruitment consultants, we can provide a seamless journey and often fast-tracked route into a new career in the Project Management sector. The courses in the package have been identified by our recruitment partners as industry standards for the UK and European project sector. Skills shortages across all sectors are increasing the demand for qualified, entry-level career seekers and career changers. Whether you are working full-time, part-time or are unemployed, this job and recruitment package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you and can be completed in a few weeks. Your job and career goals are completed in 4 easy steps listed below. Step 1 - APM (Association for Project Management) Qualification The first step is completing the APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) This professional industry-recognised qualification teaches you the fundamental principles of the project profession. The APM are the only chartered project management group in the world. Study time for the qualification is approximately 20 hours and qualification achieved by completing a 1-hour multiple choice exam. The course is provided online and comes complete with exam simulators and revision tools. You will be provided with access to a 1hour online revision workshop prior to sitting your exam. This qualification will set you on a route to becoming a Chartered Project Professional with additional study and experience. Step 2 - PRINCE2 Foundation PRINCE2 is the most recognised methodology used by Project Managers worldwide and therefore an essential qualification for anybody looking to work in Project Management. It is a process driven methodology and often referred to as a waterfall methodology. Study time is approximately 15-20 hours and qualification obtained through a 1-hour multiple choice exam. The course is provided online and comes complete with exam simulators and revision tools. You will be provided with access to a 1-hour online revision workshop prior to sitting your exam. Step 3 - Project Management Simulation With our exclusive online Simulated Project Assignment, you will have the opportunity to make your way through a simulated project which shadows a project manager. These projects and scenarios are based on real world project and scenarios. Once completed, our tutor will grade your work and issue a certificate of completion. Step 4 - Recruitment Support Now you are qualified for an entry level project management position our recruitment support team will now begin collaborating with you to help you secure your first role in the project management sector. We have been helping candidates start and build careers in the project management industry since 2007 and have a 4.9 Trustscore on Trustpilot. Our Recruitment Support team will help you work through job applications, interviews and provide you with a full cv review based around your new qualification and written to maximise your chances of obtaining a role in the project management sector. They will provide you with guidance as to which roles our most suitable for you as an entry level project sector worker aiming to become a project manager. This will include mock job interviews as well as any help you feel you need. Our money back guarantee If after 1 year of passing your formal qualifications, we have been unable to help you secure a role, we will refund your study fees minus the cost of the exams. However, we are normally able to help candidates find their first role within 6 months of qualifying and for locations based close to major cities this is often reduced to less than 3 months. Check our testimonials from the hundreds of candidates we have already helped. What Now? To accommodate candidates, the training element of the package is available on finance terms of up to 1 year. This enables you to get qualified and start in your new role without having to fund all the training costs up front. Enquire now and one of our experienced Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours to answer any questions that you may have and to assist you in taking the first step towards your Project Management career aspirations. We look forward to receiving your new application and putting you on the pathway to a new and financially rewarding career in project management.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Are you looking to benefit from a new career in Project Management? If you are organised, competent, dependable and can communicate well and motivate those around you; you could have a truly rewarding future as a Project Manager. We do this using our specialised programme looking at placing candidates into gateway project management positions to build the foundation of a project management career. Please note this career program is designed for entry level individuals with limited or no experience, so please do not apply if you are already an experience project worker as we will be looking primarily at entry level roles. Qualified Project Managers can easily earn between £450-£1,000 per day working on contracted positions and average salaries for lower level and entry level positions are also extremely lucrative and in high demand. Below are current average salaries in the sector for lower-level positions and fully trained Project Managers: Project Administrator - £26,000 Project Coordinator - £33,000 Junior Project Manager - £36,500 PRINCE2 Project Manager - £61,500 Senior Project Manager - £70,000+ Using our experience in providing project management training online and through our expert recruitment consultants, we can provide a seamless journey and often fast-tracked route into a new career in the Project Management sector. The courses in the package have been identified by our recruitment partners as industry standards for the UK and European project sector. Skills shortages across all sectors are increasing the demand for qualified, entry-level career seekers and career changers. Whether you are working full-time, part-time or are unemployed, this job and recruitment package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you and can be completed in a few weeks. Your job and career goals are completed in 4 easy steps listed below. Step 1 - APM (Association for Project Management) Qualification The first step is completing the APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) This professional industry-recognised qualification teaches you the fundamental principles of the project profession. The APM are the only chartered project management group in the world. Study time for the qualification is approximately 20 hours and qualification achieved by completing a 1-hour multiple choice exam. The course is provided online and comes complete with exam simulators and revision tools. You will be provided with access to a 1hour online revision workshop prior to sitting your exam. This qualification will set you on a route to becoming a Chartered Project Professional with additional study and experience. Step 2 - PRINCE2 Foundation PRINCE2 is the most recognised methodology used by Project Managers worldwide and therefore an essential qualification for anybody looking to work in Project Management. It is a process driven methodology and often referred to as a waterfall methodology. Study time is approximately 15-20 hours and qualification obtained through a 1-hour multiple choice exam. The course is provided online and comes complete with exam simulators and revision tools. You will be provided with access to a 1-hour online revision workshop prior to sitting your exam. Step 3 - Project Management Simulation With our exclusive online Simulated Project Assignment, you will have the opportunity to make your way through a simulated project which shadows a project manager. These projects and scenarios are based on real world project and scenarios. Once completed, our tutor will grade your work and issue a certificate of completion. Step 4 - Recruitment Support Now you are qualified for an entry level project management position our recruitment support team will now begin collaborating with you to help you secure your first role in the project management sector. We have been helping candidates start and build careers in the project management industry since 2007 and have a 4.9 Trustscore on Trustpilot. Our Recruitment Support team will help you work through job applications, interviews and provide you with a full cv review based around your new qualification and written to maximise your chances of obtaining a role in the project management sector. They will provide you with guidance as to which roles our most suitable for you as an entry level project sector worker aiming to become a project manager. This will include mock job interviews as well as any help you feel you need. Our money back guarantee If after 1 year of passing your formal qualifications, we have been unable to help you secure a role, we will refund your study fees minus the cost of the exams. However, we are normally able to help candidates find their first role within 6 months of qualifying and for locations based close to major cities this is often reduced to less than 3 months. Check our testimonials from the hundreds of candidates we have already helped. What Now? To accommodate candidates, the training element of the package is available on finance terms of up to 1 year. This enables you to get qualified and start in your new role without having to fund all the training costs up front. Enquire now and one of our experienced Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours to answer any questions that you may have and to assist you in taking the first step towards your Project Management career aspirations. We look forward to receiving your new application and putting you on the pathway to a new and financially rewarding career in project management.
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.
About Us: TeamSport are the No 1 indoor karting company in the UK and growing in Europe but it's not just about karting! We're expanding and offering a mix of multi-activity experiences such as mini-golf, Virtual Reality, Combat Karts, Virtual Darts, bowling, Sky Sports Bars, combined with awesome food and beverage options! Why Join Us? A Career in the Fast Lane: 80% of our Senior Managers climb through the ranks internally. Community Champions: Beyond being Carbon Neutral, we're actively making a positive impact in the communities we touch. Join us in supporting causes and charities that resonate with today's generation. Best Places to Work: Enjoy go-karting discounts from £1, discounted food and drinks, and a benefits rewards platform. Join a team that values your energy and enthusiasm. Our Values: Put the Customer on Pole: Make every karting experience unforgettable. One Crew: We're a close-knit team, fuelled by energy and fun! Stand Up and Stand Out: We Innovate, lead, and make our mark in the industry. Emphasis on Small Details: We get that the little things matter. Fuelled by Fun: It's not just a job; it's about enjoying what we do. The Role: Reporting directly to the Regional Operations Director or Regional Support Manager, your role is responsible for overseeing the organisation's daily operations and managing the business aspects of the track. Your primary duties include reviewing and implementing operational procedures, assisting departmental heads and managing company finances. The General Manager maintains overall responsibility for all areas of the business. You will aim for operational excellence and achieve KPIs inline with the company's expectation. You will continue to coach and grow your crew members and assist the wider business in being recognised as a Great Place to Work What were looking for We're on the lookout for a leader - someone ready to dive in and take charge. Your background should blend leisure with some F&B experience. You'll be wearing multiple hats in this role. Your main gig? Running all track operations smoothly, ensuring plans are in place and executed to exceed our site's Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Leading, developing, and inspiring the team to boost efficiency and ensure every aspect exceeds customer expectations is key. Backing you up? A Regional Manager and a Regional Operations Director. About you You're a motivator with strong leadership skills. Your communication is top-notch, with a leadership style that adapts to the situation and the person. Flexibility is your middle name; our operation runs 7 days a week, from dawn till dusk. You're a pro at influencing and collaborating across all levels of the business. You've got a knack for proactive organisation and time management. Promoting equality, diversity, and an inclusive work environment is second nature. You've got the lowdown on Health and Safety, Food, and Consumer legislation. Your Duties: Lead the team to hit all departmental KPIs, including wage ratio and financial targets. Foster collaboration between departments for stakeholder satisfaction and service level agreement adherence. Keep all departments running smoothly, maintaining top-notch service and safety in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Manage departmental budgets like a pro, keeping costs within limits and maximising profitability. Always on the lookout for new revenue streams to boost the bottom line. Ensure all team members follow company policies, Health and Safety requirements, and relevant legislation to minimize risks and protect the business's reputation. Offer oversight and support to prevent accidents and maintain consistency across all areas. Build a culture of effective people management through recruitment, performance management, training, and talent management. Ready to Join the Race? Apply now to be part of an amazing team! If you are shortlisted, you will receive an email from the recruitment team with next steps
May 18, 2024
Full time
About Us: TeamSport are the No 1 indoor karting company in the UK and growing in Europe but it's not just about karting! We're expanding and offering a mix of multi-activity experiences such as mini-golf, Virtual Reality, Combat Karts, Virtual Darts, bowling, Sky Sports Bars, combined with awesome food and beverage options! Why Join Us? A Career in the Fast Lane: 80% of our Senior Managers climb through the ranks internally. Community Champions: Beyond being Carbon Neutral, we're actively making a positive impact in the communities we touch. Join us in supporting causes and charities that resonate with today's generation. Best Places to Work: Enjoy go-karting discounts from £1, discounted food and drinks, and a benefits rewards platform. Join a team that values your energy and enthusiasm. Our Values: Put the Customer on Pole: Make every karting experience unforgettable. One Crew: We're a close-knit team, fuelled by energy and fun! Stand Up and Stand Out: We Innovate, lead, and make our mark in the industry. Emphasis on Small Details: We get that the little things matter. Fuelled by Fun: It's not just a job; it's about enjoying what we do. The Role: Reporting directly to the Regional Operations Director or Regional Support Manager, your role is responsible for overseeing the organisation's daily operations and managing the business aspects of the track. Your primary duties include reviewing and implementing operational procedures, assisting departmental heads and managing company finances. The General Manager maintains overall responsibility for all areas of the business. You will aim for operational excellence and achieve KPIs inline with the company's expectation. You will continue to coach and grow your crew members and assist the wider business in being recognised as a Great Place to Work What were looking for We're on the lookout for a leader - someone ready to dive in and take charge. Your background should blend leisure with some F&B experience. You'll be wearing multiple hats in this role. Your main gig? Running all track operations smoothly, ensuring plans are in place and executed to exceed our site's Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Leading, developing, and inspiring the team to boost efficiency and ensure every aspect exceeds customer expectations is key. Backing you up? A Regional Manager and a Regional Operations Director. About you You're a motivator with strong leadership skills. Your communication is top-notch, with a leadership style that adapts to the situation and the person. Flexibility is your middle name; our operation runs 7 days a week, from dawn till dusk. You're a pro at influencing and collaborating across all levels of the business. You've got a knack for proactive organisation and time management. Promoting equality, diversity, and an inclusive work environment is second nature. You've got the lowdown on Health and Safety, Food, and Consumer legislation. Your Duties: Lead the team to hit all departmental KPIs, including wage ratio and financial targets. Foster collaboration between departments for stakeholder satisfaction and service level agreement adherence. Keep all departments running smoothly, maintaining top-notch service and safety in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Manage departmental budgets like a pro, keeping costs within limits and maximising profitability. Always on the lookout for new revenue streams to boost the bottom line. Ensure all team members follow company policies, Health and Safety requirements, and relevant legislation to minimize risks and protect the business's reputation. Offer oversight and support to prevent accidents and maintain consistency across all areas. Build a culture of effective people management through recruitment, performance management, training, and talent management. Ready to Join the Race? Apply now to be part of an amazing team! If you are shortlisted, you will receive an email from the recruitment team with next steps
Senior Sales Manager - Maidenhead, Berkshire based. Salary - £75k Basic OTE £95k + Car Allowance. Hi! I'm Dan, UK Managing Director at MCFT & I'm on the hunt for a Senior Sales Manager to join our team. We're going through an exciting period of growth in the UK & we're looking for an excellent people manager with commercial/sales experience to drive this forward. We are people focussed, have high standards and our culture is what has brought us to where we are today. We're now looking for a sales focussed leader to work with that in mind and then add further value/success to what we already do. Setting targets, managing for performance & CRM/reporting and strategy development & implementation are all key parts of this role. We are based in Maidenhead and therefore you'll need to be able to organise your time between your office-based team, field team and potential new customers. Responsibilities Team Management against sales metrics & performance. Market segmentation, targeting & delivery against sales performance target. Coaching & Development of the team. Make fast-paced decisions, judgements & actions plans. Developing key account relationships & identifying opportunities for further growth. CRM, System & Process development. Working with marketing manager to build targeted campaigns. Experience & Expectations Demonstrable people management experience. Experience of a value led sales process is desirable. Pipeline & Sales funnel management experience. Be analytical in your approach, using data effectively to help make business critical decisions. Be commercially astute and accurate/confident in providing forecasts/budgets to the leadership team. Have exceptional interpersonal and presenting skills, comfortable in working with multiple stakeholders at various levels. Package & Development: 28 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays (36 Total) Car Allowance Discretionary Annual Bonus Company Pension Plan Health Cash Plan Life Cover Income Protection Plan Annual Cost of Living Pay Reviews Training - Including a formal induction programme, IT support training and Development in role training. About Us In the UK (and around the globe) important equipment manufacturers describe MCFT as "best-in-class"; competitors recommend our training and development and we're privileged to look after names which are recognised around the world. We think there's still lots of potential to - build the pre-eminent business in this niche industry, in the UK and around the world. We're looking for a leader to deliver on this potential: their success will be judged not on their own selling ability but on their team's performance. And someone who can rapidly assimilate, target and seize the market opportunity. Our offer is not a product, our service is not sold on price. Thankfully, it's complex and we can differentiate! We have an exceptional management team, junior as well as senior - experienced, insightful, focused and hard-working. The Sales team are outstanding in their roles. Are you the person to realise their potential and work in a hi-performing team to create something exceptional? Take a step closer to joining our exceptional team by applying today!
May 18, 2024
Full time
Senior Sales Manager - Maidenhead, Berkshire based. Salary - £75k Basic OTE £95k + Car Allowance. Hi! I'm Dan, UK Managing Director at MCFT & I'm on the hunt for a Senior Sales Manager to join our team. We're going through an exciting period of growth in the UK & we're looking for an excellent people manager with commercial/sales experience to drive this forward. We are people focussed, have high standards and our culture is what has brought us to where we are today. We're now looking for a sales focussed leader to work with that in mind and then add further value/success to what we already do. Setting targets, managing for performance & CRM/reporting and strategy development & implementation are all key parts of this role. We are based in Maidenhead and therefore you'll need to be able to organise your time between your office-based team, field team and potential new customers. Responsibilities Team Management against sales metrics & performance. Market segmentation, targeting & delivery against sales performance target. Coaching & Development of the team. Make fast-paced decisions, judgements & actions plans. Developing key account relationships & identifying opportunities for further growth. CRM, System & Process development. Working with marketing manager to build targeted campaigns. Experience & Expectations Demonstrable people management experience. Experience of a value led sales process is desirable. Pipeline & Sales funnel management experience. Be analytical in your approach, using data effectively to help make business critical decisions. Be commercially astute and accurate/confident in providing forecasts/budgets to the leadership team. Have exceptional interpersonal and presenting skills, comfortable in working with multiple stakeholders at various levels. Package & Development: 28 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays (36 Total) Car Allowance Discretionary Annual Bonus Company Pension Plan Health Cash Plan Life Cover Income Protection Plan Annual Cost of Living Pay Reviews Training - Including a formal induction programme, IT support training and Development in role training. About Us In the UK (and around the globe) important equipment manufacturers describe MCFT as "best-in-class"; competitors recommend our training and development and we're privileged to look after names which are recognised around the world. We think there's still lots of potential to - build the pre-eminent business in this niche industry, in the UK and around the world. We're looking for a leader to deliver on this potential: their success will be judged not on their own selling ability but on their team's performance. And someone who can rapidly assimilate, target and seize the market opportunity. Our offer is not a product, our service is not sold on price. Thankfully, it's complex and we can differentiate! We have an exceptional management team, junior as well as senior - experienced, insightful, focused and hard-working. The Sales team are outstanding in their roles. Are you the person to realise their potential and work in a hi-performing team to create something exceptional? Take a step closer to joining our exceptional team by applying today!
Cost Administration Managers in the Sir Robert McAlpine Infrastructure Sector have an important and pivotal role in the successful delivery of projects. The Junior Cost Administration Manager will provide administrative rigour to project delivery whilst developing a thorough understanding of construction and civil engineering processes, as well as specific labour, trades, plant and materials knowledge used to construct the works. Why join us? In the 154 years since our foundation, Sir Robert McAlpine has worked on some of the country's most iconic buildings and projects. Our success through the decades has been down to our people - we're a family-owned business with a culture that brings out the best in individuals and teams. Right now, we're excited about continuing our legacy. This is where to achieve more from your career, by proudly building Britain's future heritage with us The Junior Cost Administration Manager Role: duties include: Control of site purchases and plant hires through requisition process - ensuring sufficient detail and correct selection of resource and activity codes. Timely processing of goods received notes, plant hires notes and invoice matching in the Company system to ensure adherence within Prompt Payment Code of terms. Assist Cost Administration Manager with management of labour, plant and material cost and accruals within Company system. Control of site plant with support from cost administration managers and works staff. Assist with production of accurate monthly cost reports to Commercial Managers. Support Commercial Managers with creation of cost centres and selection of activity and resource schedule of codes. Track cost against labour, plant and material budgets and report on exceptions with support of Cost Administration Manager. Manage project administration processes and administration record keeping in line with project information management review. Manage weekly payroll timesheet completion and monthly staff overtime and sickness reporting. Providing support and line management to junior project administration staff. Facilities management (office/welfare) including arrangements for cleaning, servicing, inspections, testing and repairs. Support project mobilisation/demobilisation Your profile: As a Junior Cost Administration Manager you will be the link between project commercial and operations departments and will provide support to the various disciplines across SRM projects. You will be methodical and measured in your work, working to strict deadlines, whilst being able to manage a busy workload, often with urgent tasks to complete. You will have work experience within the Construction/Civil Engineering Industry at project level. You will have strong commercial awareness and numeracy skills, which will be applied to all aspects of your role. You will be experienced and proficient in MS Office principally Excel. You will be accomplished at operating project costing systems including purchase ledger. Rewards We're ready to invest in you and your future, and offer wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. We'd love you to join us in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Sir Robert McAlpine is focused on being a truly inclusive employer
May 17, 2024
Full time
Cost Administration Managers in the Sir Robert McAlpine Infrastructure Sector have an important and pivotal role in the successful delivery of projects. The Junior Cost Administration Manager will provide administrative rigour to project delivery whilst developing a thorough understanding of construction and civil engineering processes, as well as specific labour, trades, plant and materials knowledge used to construct the works. Why join us? In the 154 years since our foundation, Sir Robert McAlpine has worked on some of the country's most iconic buildings and projects. Our success through the decades has been down to our people - we're a family-owned business with a culture that brings out the best in individuals and teams. Right now, we're excited about continuing our legacy. This is where to achieve more from your career, by proudly building Britain's future heritage with us The Junior Cost Administration Manager Role: duties include: Control of site purchases and plant hires through requisition process - ensuring sufficient detail and correct selection of resource and activity codes. Timely processing of goods received notes, plant hires notes and invoice matching in the Company system to ensure adherence within Prompt Payment Code of terms. Assist Cost Administration Manager with management of labour, plant and material cost and accruals within Company system. Control of site plant with support from cost administration managers and works staff. Assist with production of accurate monthly cost reports to Commercial Managers. Support Commercial Managers with creation of cost centres and selection of activity and resource schedule of codes. Track cost against labour, plant and material budgets and report on exceptions with support of Cost Administration Manager. Manage project administration processes and administration record keeping in line with project information management review. Manage weekly payroll timesheet completion and monthly staff overtime and sickness reporting. Providing support and line management to junior project administration staff. Facilities management (office/welfare) including arrangements for cleaning, servicing, inspections, testing and repairs. Support project mobilisation/demobilisation Your profile: As a Junior Cost Administration Manager you will be the link between project commercial and operations departments and will provide support to the various disciplines across SRM projects. You will be methodical and measured in your work, working to strict deadlines, whilst being able to manage a busy workload, often with urgent tasks to complete. You will have work experience within the Construction/Civil Engineering Industry at project level. You will have strong commercial awareness and numeracy skills, which will be applied to all aspects of your role. You will be experienced and proficient in MS Office principally Excel. You will be accomplished at operating project costing systems including purchase ledger. Rewards We're ready to invest in you and your future, and offer wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. We'd love you to join us in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Sir Robert McAlpine is focused on being a truly inclusive employer
Are you looking to benefit from a new career in Project Management? If you are organised, competent, dependable and can communicate well and motivate those around you; you could have a truly rewarding future as a Project Manager. We do this using our specialised programme looking at placing candidates into gateway project management positions to build the foundation of a project management career. Please note this career program is designed for entry level individuals with limited or no experience, so please do not apply if you are already an experience project worker as we will be looking primarily at entry level roles. Qualified Project Managers can easily earn between £450-£1,000 per day working on contracted positions and average salaries for lower level and entry level positions are also extremely lucrative and in high demand. Below are current average salaries in the sector for lower-level positions and fully trained Project Managers: Project Administrator - £26,000 Project Coordinator - £33,000 Junior Project Manager - £36,500 PRINCE2 Project Manager - £61,500 Senior Project Manager - £70,000+ Using our experience in providing project management training online and through our expert recruitment consultants, we can provide a seamless journey and often fast-tracked route into a new career in the Project Management sector. The courses in the package have been identified by our recruitment partners as industry standards for the UK and European project sector. Skills shortages across all sectors are increasing the demand for qualified, entry-level career seekers and career changers. Whether you are working full-time, part-time or are unemployed, this job and recruitment package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you and can be completed in a few weeks. Your job and career goals are completed in 4 easy steps listed below. Step 1 - APM (Association for Project Management) Qualification The first step is completing the APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) This professional industry-recognised qualification teaches you the fundamental principles of the project profession. The APM are the only chartered project management group in the world. Study time for the qualification is approximately 20 hours and qualification achieved by completing a 1-hour multiple choice exam. The course is provided online and comes complete with exam simulators and revision tools. You will be provided with access to a 1hour online revision workshop prior to sitting your exam. This qualification will set you on a route to becoming a Chartered Project Professional with additional study and experience. Step 2 - PRINCE2 Foundation PRINCE2 is the most recognised methodology used by Project Managers worldwide and therefore an essential qualification for anybody looking to work in Project Management. It is a process driven methodology and often referred to as a waterfall methodology. Study time is approximately 15-20 hours and qualification obtained through a 1-hour multiple choice exam. The course is provided online and comes complete with exam simulators and revision tools. You will be provided with access to a 1-hour online revision workshop prior to sitting your exam. Step 3 - Project Management Simulation With our exclusive online Simulated Project Assignment, you will have the opportunity to make your way through a simulated project which shadows a project manager. These projects and scenarios are based on real world project and scenarios. Once completed, our tutor will grade your work and issue a certificate of completion. Step 4 - Recruitment Support Now you are qualified for an entry level project management position our recruitment support team will now begin collaborating with you to help you secure your first role in the project management sector. We have been helping candidates start and build careers in the project management industry since 2007 and have a 4.9 Trustscore on Trustpilot. Our Recruitment Support team will help you work through job applications, interviews and provide you with a full cv review based around your new qualification and written to maximise your chances of obtaining a role in the project management sector. They will provide you with guidance as to which roles our most suitable for you as an entry level project sector worker aiming to become a project manager. This will include mock job interviews as well as any help you feel you need. Our money back guarantee If after 1 year of passing your formal qualifications, we have been unable to help you secure a role, we will refund your study fees minus the cost of the exams. However, we are normally able to help candidates find their first role within 6 months of qualifying and for locations based close to major cities this is often reduced to less than 3 months. Check our testimonials from the hundreds of candidates we have already helped. What Now? To accommodate candidates, the training element of the package is available on finance terms of up to 1 year. This enables you to get qualified and start in your new role without having to fund all the training costs up front. Enquire now and one of our experienced Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours to answer any questions that you may have and to assist you in taking the first step towards your Project Management career aspirations. We look forward to receiving your new application and putting you on the pathway to a new and financially rewarding career in project management.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Are you looking to benefit from a new career in Project Management? If you are organised, competent, dependable and can communicate well and motivate those around you; you could have a truly rewarding future as a Project Manager. We do this using our specialised programme looking at placing candidates into gateway project management positions to build the foundation of a project management career. Please note this career program is designed for entry level individuals with limited or no experience, so please do not apply if you are already an experience project worker as we will be looking primarily at entry level roles. Qualified Project Managers can easily earn between £450-£1,000 per day working on contracted positions and average salaries for lower level and entry level positions are also extremely lucrative and in high demand. Below are current average salaries in the sector for lower-level positions and fully trained Project Managers: Project Administrator - £26,000 Project Coordinator - £33,000 Junior Project Manager - £36,500 PRINCE2 Project Manager - £61,500 Senior Project Manager - £70,000+ Using our experience in providing project management training online and through our expert recruitment consultants, we can provide a seamless journey and often fast-tracked route into a new career in the Project Management sector. The courses in the package have been identified by our recruitment partners as industry standards for the UK and European project sector. Skills shortages across all sectors are increasing the demand for qualified, entry-level career seekers and career changers. Whether you are working full-time, part-time or are unemployed, this job and recruitment package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you and can be completed in a few weeks. Your job and career goals are completed in 4 easy steps listed below. Step 1 - APM (Association for Project Management) Qualification The first step is completing the APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) This professional industry-recognised qualification teaches you the fundamental principles of the project profession. The APM are the only chartered project management group in the world. Study time for the qualification is approximately 20 hours and qualification achieved by completing a 1-hour multiple choice exam. The course is provided online and comes complete with exam simulators and revision tools. You will be provided with access to a 1hour online revision workshop prior to sitting your exam. This qualification will set you on a route to becoming a Chartered Project Professional with additional study and experience. Step 2 - PRINCE2 Foundation PRINCE2 is the most recognised methodology used by Project Managers worldwide and therefore an essential qualification for anybody looking to work in Project Management. It is a process driven methodology and often referred to as a waterfall methodology. Study time is approximately 15-20 hours and qualification obtained through a 1-hour multiple choice exam. The course is provided online and comes complete with exam simulators and revision tools. You will be provided with access to a 1-hour online revision workshop prior to sitting your exam. Step 3 - Project Management Simulation With our exclusive online Simulated Project Assignment, you will have the opportunity to make your way through a simulated project which shadows a project manager. These projects and scenarios are based on real world project and scenarios. Once completed, our tutor will grade your work and issue a certificate of completion. Step 4 - Recruitment Support Now you are qualified for an entry level project management position our recruitment support team will now begin collaborating with you to help you secure your first role in the project management sector. We have been helping candidates start and build careers in the project management industry since 2007 and have a 4.9 Trustscore on Trustpilot. Our Recruitment Support team will help you work through job applications, interviews and provide you with a full cv review based around your new qualification and written to maximise your chances of obtaining a role in the project management sector. They will provide you with guidance as to which roles our most suitable for you as an entry level project sector worker aiming to become a project manager. This will include mock job interviews as well as any help you feel you need. Our money back guarantee If after 1 year of passing your formal qualifications, we have been unable to help you secure a role, we will refund your study fees minus the cost of the exams. However, we are normally able to help candidates find their first role within 6 months of qualifying and for locations based close to major cities this is often reduced to less than 3 months. Check our testimonials from the hundreds of candidates we have already helped. What Now? To accommodate candidates, the training element of the package is available on finance terms of up to 1 year. This enables you to get qualified and start in your new role without having to fund all the training costs up front. Enquire now and one of our experienced Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours to answer any questions that you may have and to assist you in taking the first step towards your Project Management career aspirations. We look forward to receiving your new application and putting you on the pathway to a new and financially rewarding career in project management.
Purchasing Manager Location: Warwick Industry: Manufacturing Contract Type: Permanent Salary: 55,000 - 65,000 per year (depending on experience) Our client, a leading manufacturing company, is looking for a skilled Purchasing Manager to join their team. As the Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for sourcing goods, materials, and services to meet the company's operational needs. Your role will involve ensuring continuity of supply, considering factors such as price, quality, and delivery. You will also have people management responsibilities, overseeing Buyers, Junior Buyers, and/or Purchase Administrators. Key Responsibilities: Maintain a continuous supply of required goods and materials, promptly addressing any supply problems that may impact business operations. Act as the link between Engineering and Purchasing, ensuring timely implementation of Engineering releases to support project build activities. Monitor component costs associated with new product introductions and report findings to the Project Teams. Stay up to date with market trends, competitor strategies, and market suppliers. Identify opportunities to reduce costs through research and evaluation. Deliver project-specific briefs, updates, and reports as required. Develop innovative procurement processes to improve operational efficiency and add value. Negotiate contracts, prices, and business terms with suppliers, utilising best practises. Requirements: Proven experience in purchasing and procurement, with expertise in supplier relationship management. Strong negotiation and analytical skills. Knowledge of purchasing policies, procedures, and compliance regulations. Ability to assess and evaluate suppliers and monitor their performance. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Perks: Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid working options. Opportunity to join a successful and growing company. If you are a results-oriented professional with a passion for procurement, we would love to hear from you. Apply now for immediate consideration.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Purchasing Manager Location: Warwick Industry: Manufacturing Contract Type: Permanent Salary: 55,000 - 65,000 per year (depending on experience) Our client, a leading manufacturing company, is looking for a skilled Purchasing Manager to join their team. As the Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for sourcing goods, materials, and services to meet the company's operational needs. Your role will involve ensuring continuity of supply, considering factors such as price, quality, and delivery. You will also have people management responsibilities, overseeing Buyers, Junior Buyers, and/or Purchase Administrators. Key Responsibilities: Maintain a continuous supply of required goods and materials, promptly addressing any supply problems that may impact business operations. Act as the link between Engineering and Purchasing, ensuring timely implementation of Engineering releases to support project build activities. Monitor component costs associated with new product introductions and report findings to the Project Teams. Stay up to date with market trends, competitor strategies, and market suppliers. Identify opportunities to reduce costs through research and evaluation. Deliver project-specific briefs, updates, and reports as required. Develop innovative procurement processes to improve operational efficiency and add value. Negotiate contracts, prices, and business terms with suppliers, utilising best practises. Requirements: Proven experience in purchasing and procurement, with expertise in supplier relationship management. Strong negotiation and analytical skills. Knowledge of purchasing policies, procedures, and compliance regulations. Ability to assess and evaluate suppliers and monitor their performance. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Perks: Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid working options. Opportunity to join a successful and growing company. If you are a results-oriented professional with a passion for procurement, we would love to hear from you. Apply now for immediate consideration.
R&D Manager Major Talent are partnered with a FMCG wholesaler based in East Midlands and looking for an R&D Manager to join their team Experience within flavours, food, or FMCG is advantageous. What is important is your passion and hunger for a rewarding career. As an R&D Manager you will be responsible for ensuring robust processes are implemented and followed for all new R&D projects to launch and you will be responsible for the end to end ownership of all R&D. Responsibilities of an R&D Manager Lead the R&D team in developing new concepts in-line with the company portfolio. End to end ownership of R&D/NPD projects to be managed, communicated and progressed through the business. Conduct onsite new product development trials and take them from concept to launch. Support the production team in "scale up" factory trials. Record and save all relevant R&D data on the provided digital work spaces. Coach and mentor junior members of the R&D team, with them in mind to be the future R&D leaders. PIPs and KPIs to be created and maintained for the team. Own products and white label costings using supplier and competition data to make us highly competitive in the market. Sourcing new raw materials from global suppliers to maximise the cost and quality of the products. Maintain the company recipe web site (WMS). Work closely with other functions within the business, i.e. Production, sales and design to allow fluid cross functional communication. Attend/lead R&D weekly meetings and product briefs. Determining and executing improved technologies used by suppliers, competitors and customers information. Deliver on time in full all R&D/NPD briefs from the customers, internal and external. Be continually innovating current and new products, using new methods, ingredients and production processes. Manage and communicate any regulatory requirements, e.g. FSA with the direct collaboration with the MD Management of new formula technical testing with third parties. Skills Required to be an R&D Manager Experience working within Food, Flavours, Ingredients or Vapes Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills in order to collaborate internally Passionate about R&D Good organisation and project management skills A passion for vapes and flavours Good customer management skills What's in it for you? Salary DOE Company bonus 10% 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays If you are interested, please click apply now and one of our recruitment specialists will be in touch. Major Recruitment are an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Should you be seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment, or contract you will find our staff professional and courteous and our interview process straight forward. INDBD
May 17, 2024
Full time
R&D Manager Major Talent are partnered with a FMCG wholesaler based in East Midlands and looking for an R&D Manager to join their team Experience within flavours, food, or FMCG is advantageous. What is important is your passion and hunger for a rewarding career. As an R&D Manager you will be responsible for ensuring robust processes are implemented and followed for all new R&D projects to launch and you will be responsible for the end to end ownership of all R&D. Responsibilities of an R&D Manager Lead the R&D team in developing new concepts in-line with the company portfolio. End to end ownership of R&D/NPD projects to be managed, communicated and progressed through the business. Conduct onsite new product development trials and take them from concept to launch. Support the production team in "scale up" factory trials. Record and save all relevant R&D data on the provided digital work spaces. Coach and mentor junior members of the R&D team, with them in mind to be the future R&D leaders. PIPs and KPIs to be created and maintained for the team. Own products and white label costings using supplier and competition data to make us highly competitive in the market. Sourcing new raw materials from global suppliers to maximise the cost and quality of the products. Maintain the company recipe web site (WMS). Work closely with other functions within the business, i.e. Production, sales and design to allow fluid cross functional communication. Attend/lead R&D weekly meetings and product briefs. Determining and executing improved technologies used by suppliers, competitors and customers information. Deliver on time in full all R&D/NPD briefs from the customers, internal and external. Be continually innovating current and new products, using new methods, ingredients and production processes. Manage and communicate any regulatory requirements, e.g. FSA with the direct collaboration with the MD Management of new formula technical testing with third parties. Skills Required to be an R&D Manager Experience working within Food, Flavours, Ingredients or Vapes Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills in order to collaborate internally Passionate about R&D Good organisation and project management skills A passion for vapes and flavours Good customer management skills What's in it for you? Salary DOE Company bonus 10% 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays If you are interested, please click apply now and one of our recruitment specialists will be in touch. Major Recruitment are an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Should you be seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment, or contract you will find our staff professional and courteous and our interview process straight forward. INDBD
An exciting opportunity for a Key Account Manager to lead and grow a Key Account, taking responsibility for it commercially and ensuring delivery of quality work that meets the client's needs and addresses their business problems. OPPORTUNITY HIGHTLIGHTS Competitive Salary. Benefits including: Individual and Family Private Healthcare option Enhanced Company Pension Life Insurance option 25 days annual leave plus public holidays as standard Remote Working THE KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER The Key Account Manager will have line management responsibility for 3 Junior Account Managers and will be responsible for the commercial performance of the client, management of all commercial negotiations for existing or new services and regular review of the cost-of-service delivery. Other key responsibilities will include: Identifying opportunities to drive efficiency and improve the profitability of the service. Quoting, agreeing, and managing service delivery of new projects as agreed with the Client. Build a client partnership mentality, always seeking to consolidate connections between the client's business needs Proactively look to deepen client relationships wherever possible- networking, relationship building - professional relationships Manage the day to day running of all aspects of the service to ensure the client needs are met Take reasonable steps to ensure the process is followed by the Client and its suppliers. Weekly update meetings with the Client to discuss the status of service delivery across the business, raising concerns regarding volumes, category issues and any delays THE IDEAL CANDIDATE We are looking for an enthusiastic, pro-active, organised candidate who is eager to learn and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will need the ability to make decisions and prioritise whilst keeping up communications internally as well as with the client, other stakeholders and suppliers. Other key attributes will include: The successful candidate will be a positive and pro-active commercial manager and team leader; able to understand issues and offer innovative solutions at a strategic and operational level, with the ability to drive the success of the process. Ideally the Key Account Manager will have knowledge of the food technical and regulatory processes and ideally experience of working for a supplier to a major retailer. Understanding of the product development processes is an advantage. The Key Account Manager must be experienced in dealing with clients and communicating effectively across all levels of the organisation. They will have excellent diplomacy and negotiation skills. Project Management Product Launch Experience (ideally in food) Experience working directly with the Major Retailers If this Key Account Manager role is of interest and you would like to investigate this further, apply TODAY! If this job is of interest and you would like to investigate further, apply TODAY! "Kandhu Recruitment will consider all applications based on each candidate's suitability to the role or similar roles within the Food Sector and if we feel you are a relevant candidate we will process your application by adding you to our secure recruitment database and then contacting you to progress job opportunities further. We do not contact unsuitable applicants." Kandhu GDPR & Privacy Policy Statement Kandhu has fully implemented GDPR & Privacy Policies across its business and a copy of our Privacy Policy can be found by visiting our website. By applying for this role Kandhu will add your details to our database - assuming you have the right level of experience for the roles you apply for, after which we will be in touch.
May 17, 2024
Full time
An exciting opportunity for a Key Account Manager to lead and grow a Key Account, taking responsibility for it commercially and ensuring delivery of quality work that meets the client's needs and addresses their business problems. OPPORTUNITY HIGHTLIGHTS Competitive Salary. Benefits including: Individual and Family Private Healthcare option Enhanced Company Pension Life Insurance option 25 days annual leave plus public holidays as standard Remote Working THE KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER The Key Account Manager will have line management responsibility for 3 Junior Account Managers and will be responsible for the commercial performance of the client, management of all commercial negotiations for existing or new services and regular review of the cost-of-service delivery. Other key responsibilities will include: Identifying opportunities to drive efficiency and improve the profitability of the service. Quoting, agreeing, and managing service delivery of new projects as agreed with the Client. Build a client partnership mentality, always seeking to consolidate connections between the client's business needs Proactively look to deepen client relationships wherever possible- networking, relationship building - professional relationships Manage the day to day running of all aspects of the service to ensure the client needs are met Take reasonable steps to ensure the process is followed by the Client and its suppliers. Weekly update meetings with the Client to discuss the status of service delivery across the business, raising concerns regarding volumes, category issues and any delays THE IDEAL CANDIDATE We are looking for an enthusiastic, pro-active, organised candidate who is eager to learn and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will need the ability to make decisions and prioritise whilst keeping up communications internally as well as with the client, other stakeholders and suppliers. Other key attributes will include: The successful candidate will be a positive and pro-active commercial manager and team leader; able to understand issues and offer innovative solutions at a strategic and operational level, with the ability to drive the success of the process. Ideally the Key Account Manager will have knowledge of the food technical and regulatory processes and ideally experience of working for a supplier to a major retailer. Understanding of the product development processes is an advantage. The Key Account Manager must be experienced in dealing with clients and communicating effectively across all levels of the organisation. They will have excellent diplomacy and negotiation skills. Project Management Product Launch Experience (ideally in food) Experience working directly with the Major Retailers If this Key Account Manager role is of interest and you would like to investigate this further, apply TODAY! If this job is of interest and you would like to investigate further, apply TODAY! "Kandhu Recruitment will consider all applications based on each candidate's suitability to the role or similar roles within the Food Sector and if we feel you are a relevant candidate we will process your application by adding you to our secure recruitment database and then contacting you to progress job opportunities further. We do not contact unsuitable applicants." Kandhu GDPR & Privacy Policy Statement Kandhu has fully implemented GDPR & Privacy Policies across its business and a copy of our Privacy Policy can be found by visiting our website. By applying for this role Kandhu will add your details to our database - assuming you have the right level of experience for the roles you apply for, after which we will be in touch.
The Procurement Advisor will play a crucial role in driving the procurement strategy within the property sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for for managing a small/medium portfolio of contracts. Client Details Our client is a leading player in the property industry with over 20,000 employees worldwide. They are known for their commitment to sustainability and innovative approach to property development and management. Description Manage the procurement budget and deliver cost savings Soliciting competitive quotations, prices, or tenders from potential suppliers. Receiving and evaluating bids. Preparing purchase recommendations. Review contractual terms and consult with category Managers/procurement Managers/Legal if required. Initiate, issue, and administering purchase orders and contracts through predetermined procedures. Identify procurement risks and implement mitigation strategies Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers Contribute to procurement and supply chain innovation projects Working with the wider team on end to end procurement category management and SRM Profile A successful Procurement Advisor should have: MCIPS or a willingness to take a CIPS qualification fully funded by the client Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills A decent understanding of procurement processes and systems Ability to develop and implement procurement strategies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from 30,000 - 37,000 Standard benefits package including healthcare and pension Opportunities for professional development and career progression Dynamic and supportive company culture Role based in an easily accessible location Leeds based twice a week on site We invite all interested candidates to apply and join our team in driving procurement excellence in the property industry.
May 17, 2024
Full time
The Procurement Advisor will play a crucial role in driving the procurement strategy within the property sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for for managing a small/medium portfolio of contracts. Client Details Our client is a leading player in the property industry with over 20,000 employees worldwide. They are known for their commitment to sustainability and innovative approach to property development and management. Description Manage the procurement budget and deliver cost savings Soliciting competitive quotations, prices, or tenders from potential suppliers. Receiving and evaluating bids. Preparing purchase recommendations. Review contractual terms and consult with category Managers/procurement Managers/Legal if required. Initiate, issue, and administering purchase orders and contracts through predetermined procedures. Identify procurement risks and implement mitigation strategies Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers Contribute to procurement and supply chain innovation projects Working with the wider team on end to end procurement category management and SRM Profile A successful Procurement Advisor should have: MCIPS or a willingness to take a CIPS qualification fully funded by the client Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills A decent understanding of procurement processes and systems Ability to develop and implement procurement strategies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from 30,000 - 37,000 Standard benefits package including healthcare and pension Opportunities for professional development and career progression Dynamic and supportive company culture Role based in an easily accessible location Leeds based twice a week on site We invite all interested candidates to apply and join our team in driving procurement excellence in the property industry.
A new position for a Junior Buyer has become available at our client based in Northampton for a company who have a solid and strong procurement division and have fantastic growth plans across the business. Job Role You will need to utilise your expertise and understanding of the products in their category in order to improve category rationalisation, drive sales, challenge specifications, improve marketing of ranges and provide solutions and innovation for our customers. Understand processes and costs involved with the manufacturing, raw materials, warehousing and distribution through to end use, category trends, seasonality's, volumes, reveal and rebates. Requirements • Work closely with the Category Manager to agree buying strategy for the Categories in their control, to help drive attainment of shared cross-functional targets and to ensure agreed policy is implemented • Deliver category sales and profit growth against agreed targets • Accountable for working capital relating to categories, including inventory investment, stock on water and creditor days • Develop and deliver category specific business plans • Deliver new product development and innovation as tasked within category business plan • Maintain control of the supplier base, working with the Sales teams to identify customers purchasing patterns and subsequently identify an appropriate supplier sourcing framework by product, together with price and delivery negotiations in order to maintain competitor advantage • Understand market and customer trends, and ensure that product procurement and placement reflects these trends accurately and ahead of time. Input into the businesses strategy in relation to competitor threats • Achieve/exceed target procurement prices, rebates and marketing support whilst constantly dealing with suppliers in an upfront, honest and mutually beneficial manner. • Be able to conduct professional presentations internally and externally giving the category view and compelling offer for our products, expertise and service • Ensure that all customer enquiries and tenders including the maximum amount of additional price support receive timely responses, including all required information, in order to secure the business • Assist with and help resolve any pricing or invoice queries or problems that might arise on a day-to-day basis • Ensure continuity of product supply at an acceptable quality level. Working with suppliers and supply chain colleagues to rectify any subsequently identified issues • Work closely with sales and supply chain to ensure that the end-to-end supply chain costs do not exceed any procurement advantage achieved during price and delivery negotiations • Through the Quality Control function, ensure that the Group s Supplier Ethics and Trading policies and practices are monitored and maintained such that all suppliers comply with end-to-end best practice and the integrity of the Group s policies are retained • Build strong relationships with suppliers and hold regular reviews taking into account scorecard performance • Provide business leadership and technical competency to help the transformation of current Purchasing practices within areas of scope • Work with the Supply Chain function to reinforce sales channels propositions that are designed to leverage sales via improvements in fulfilment • Manage relationships critical to the success of the overall Purchasing strategy • Represent the category channels operational needs to Senior Management in capability planning sessions to ensure that they receive flawless products and service • Develop best-in-class Purchasing models • Meet category margin targets. This includes strategy and tactics for new product range launches, innovation and new product development • Increase monetary contribution and overall percentage contribution of rebates and reveal • Drive sales and profit growth through collaboration with sales function and customers • Complete all enquiries and tenders within the required timeframe • Actively establish and drive metrics and measures that lead to cost improvements and clear goals • Achieve operational quality, customer service and operating expense targets and business development objectives • Meet and visit suppliers regularly • Attend exhibitions where appropriate • Operate as an acknowledged functional expert for identified individuals to build a strong team Personal Profile • Experience in a fast paced, multi-site/multi-pick, trading environment is beneficial • Good knowledge and understanding of purchasing principles and disciplines • Financially and numerically astute and aware • Evidence of working closely and effectively with other functions especially Supply Chain, Quality, Sales and Customers • Customer focussed, experienced at presenting to influence • Good relationship builder respected by suppliers, peers and senior managers alike, able to balance the requirements of different stakeholders • Highly organised and results driven, able to work at pace • Assertive style, enthusiasm and passion for the job • Good planning skills, market awareness and the ability to spot and take advantage of cultural and seasonal trends • Open to new ideas and able to bring new ideas to the business Ref Code: CV41406 Due to a high volume of responses, we cannot reply to each application individually. If you have not had a response within one week, we are sorry to say your application has not been successful on this occasion.
May 17, 2024
Full time
A new position for a Junior Buyer has become available at our client based in Northampton for a company who have a solid and strong procurement division and have fantastic growth plans across the business. Job Role You will need to utilise your expertise and understanding of the products in their category in order to improve category rationalisation, drive sales, challenge specifications, improve marketing of ranges and provide solutions and innovation for our customers. Understand processes and costs involved with the manufacturing, raw materials, warehousing and distribution through to end use, category trends, seasonality's, volumes, reveal and rebates. Requirements • Work closely with the Category Manager to agree buying strategy for the Categories in their control, to help drive attainment of shared cross-functional targets and to ensure agreed policy is implemented • Deliver category sales and profit growth against agreed targets • Accountable for working capital relating to categories, including inventory investment, stock on water and creditor days • Develop and deliver category specific business plans • Deliver new product development and innovation as tasked within category business plan • Maintain control of the supplier base, working with the Sales teams to identify customers purchasing patterns and subsequently identify an appropriate supplier sourcing framework by product, together with price and delivery negotiations in order to maintain competitor advantage • Understand market and customer trends, and ensure that product procurement and placement reflects these trends accurately and ahead of time. Input into the businesses strategy in relation to competitor threats • Achieve/exceed target procurement prices, rebates and marketing support whilst constantly dealing with suppliers in an upfront, honest and mutually beneficial manner. • Be able to conduct professional presentations internally and externally giving the category view and compelling offer for our products, expertise and service • Ensure that all customer enquiries and tenders including the maximum amount of additional price support receive timely responses, including all required information, in order to secure the business • Assist with and help resolve any pricing or invoice queries or problems that might arise on a day-to-day basis • Ensure continuity of product supply at an acceptable quality level. Working with suppliers and supply chain colleagues to rectify any subsequently identified issues • Work closely with sales and supply chain to ensure that the end-to-end supply chain costs do not exceed any procurement advantage achieved during price and delivery negotiations • Through the Quality Control function, ensure that the Group s Supplier Ethics and Trading policies and practices are monitored and maintained such that all suppliers comply with end-to-end best practice and the integrity of the Group s policies are retained • Build strong relationships with suppliers and hold regular reviews taking into account scorecard performance • Provide business leadership and technical competency to help the transformation of current Purchasing practices within areas of scope • Work with the Supply Chain function to reinforce sales channels propositions that are designed to leverage sales via improvements in fulfilment • Manage relationships critical to the success of the overall Purchasing strategy • Represent the category channels operational needs to Senior Management in capability planning sessions to ensure that they receive flawless products and service • Develop best-in-class Purchasing models • Meet category margin targets. This includes strategy and tactics for new product range launches, innovation and new product development • Increase monetary contribution and overall percentage contribution of rebates and reveal • Drive sales and profit growth through collaboration with sales function and customers • Complete all enquiries and tenders within the required timeframe • Actively establish and drive metrics and measures that lead to cost improvements and clear goals • Achieve operational quality, customer service and operating expense targets and business development objectives • Meet and visit suppliers regularly • Attend exhibitions where appropriate • Operate as an acknowledged functional expert for identified individuals to build a strong team Personal Profile • Experience in a fast paced, multi-site/multi-pick, trading environment is beneficial • Good knowledge and understanding of purchasing principles and disciplines • Financially and numerically astute and aware • Evidence of working closely and effectively with other functions especially Supply Chain, Quality, Sales and Customers • Customer focussed, experienced at presenting to influence • Good relationship builder respected by suppliers, peers and senior managers alike, able to balance the requirements of different stakeholders • Highly organised and results driven, able to work at pace • Assertive style, enthusiasm and passion for the job • Good planning skills, market awareness and the ability to spot and take advantage of cultural and seasonal trends • Open to new ideas and able to bring new ideas to the business Ref Code: CV41406 Due to a high volume of responses, we cannot reply to each application individually. If you have not had a response within one week, we are sorry to say your application has not been successful on this occasion.
We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler. We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause. More about your role We have an exciting new opportunity for a Swimming Teacher, at Places Leisure, where you will be working in a fun, lively environment with likeminded people. You will help to inspire others to work together and deliver their very best. With your passion for teaching, swimming and excellent class programming and instructing skills, you will be full of enthusiasm whilst engaging with our customers and impressing them with your extensive knowledge and expertise. Our Swimming Teachers should hold a minimum of SEQ Level 2. It would be advantageous if you hold a Lifesaving Qualification (NPLQ or NRASTC), however, if you are a motivated and driven individual, then with our continuous learning and development opportunities, we would be happy to support you in achieving either of these qualifications. There are many opportunities available for you within Places Leisure. Your career with us as a Swimming Teacher is a great first step to many different routes including a Swimming Co-ordinator and a Contract Swimming Development Manager. In the Swimming Teacher role, we will offer ongoing training and development opportunities, including support with your NPLQ or NRASTC qualifications, enhancing your customer service skills and much more. More about you Passionate about helping people of all ages learn to swim or become stronger, faster, or more confident when swimming. You will work with customers in groups and sometimes on a one-to-one basis to motivate and instruct them during their lessons. You will be a friendly, approachable, and patient individual with the ability to build trust, encourage and motivate your students. You will thrive on supporting students to achieve their potential, drawing on your continual knowledge and experience of industry best practice whilst applying teaching skills in the most effective way. Always looking to seek out development opportunities and potential ideas to further improve the service we provide. Benefits We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: We align with the Real Living Wage foundation Full Health & Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more) An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development Access to our Company Pension scheme Cashback plan for healthcare costs - up to £500 saving per year Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more. What's next? If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us.
May 17, 2024
Full time
We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler. We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause. More about your role We have an exciting new opportunity for a Swimming Teacher, at Places Leisure, where you will be working in a fun, lively environment with likeminded people. You will help to inspire others to work together and deliver their very best. With your passion for teaching, swimming and excellent class programming and instructing skills, you will be full of enthusiasm whilst engaging with our customers and impressing them with your extensive knowledge and expertise. Our Swimming Teachers should hold a minimum of SEQ Level 2. It would be advantageous if you hold a Lifesaving Qualification (NPLQ or NRASTC), however, if you are a motivated and driven individual, then with our continuous learning and development opportunities, we would be happy to support you in achieving either of these qualifications. There are many opportunities available for you within Places Leisure. Your career with us as a Swimming Teacher is a great first step to many different routes including a Swimming Co-ordinator and a Contract Swimming Development Manager. In the Swimming Teacher role, we will offer ongoing training and development opportunities, including support with your NPLQ or NRASTC qualifications, enhancing your customer service skills and much more. More about you Passionate about helping people of all ages learn to swim or become stronger, faster, or more confident when swimming. You will work with customers in groups and sometimes on a one-to-one basis to motivate and instruct them during their lessons. You will be a friendly, approachable, and patient individual with the ability to build trust, encourage and motivate your students. You will thrive on supporting students to achieve their potential, drawing on your continual knowledge and experience of industry best practice whilst applying teaching skills in the most effective way. Always looking to seek out development opportunities and potential ideas to further improve the service we provide. Benefits We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: We align with the Real Living Wage foundation Full Health & Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more) An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development Access to our Company Pension scheme Cashback plan for healthcare costs - up to £500 saving per year Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more. What's next? If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us.
We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler. We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause. More about your role Join us for an exciting opportunity at Elmbridge Xcel Leisure Complex as we launch a new Costa Coffee! You'll support the Costa Store Manager across all catering operations, ensuring smooth operations, exceptional customer service, and compliance. Plus, you'll train and coach our Barista Maestros to perfection. Don't miss out on this thrilling adventure! For more information please download our job profile available on our website. More about you Get ready to lead with flair in a role that demands your best! We need someone with top-notch people management skills, holding all required licenses like Food Safety Level 2 and Allergen Awareness. Plus, a year of experience as a Barista Maestro or equivalent. Join us at Elmbridge Xcel Leisure Complex for an exciting adventure! Benefits We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: We align with the Real Living Wage foundation Full Health & Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more) An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development Access to our Company Pension scheme Cashback plan for healthcare costs - up to £500 saving per year Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more. What's next? If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us.
May 17, 2024
Full time
We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler. We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause. More about your role Join us for an exciting opportunity at Elmbridge Xcel Leisure Complex as we launch a new Costa Coffee! You'll support the Costa Store Manager across all catering operations, ensuring smooth operations, exceptional customer service, and compliance. Plus, you'll train and coach our Barista Maestros to perfection. Don't miss out on this thrilling adventure! For more information please download our job profile available on our website. More about you Get ready to lead with flair in a role that demands your best! We need someone with top-notch people management skills, holding all required licenses like Food Safety Level 2 and Allergen Awareness. Plus, a year of experience as a Barista Maestro or equivalent. Join us at Elmbridge Xcel Leisure Complex for an exciting adventure! Benefits We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: We align with the Real Living Wage foundation Full Health & Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more) An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development Access to our Company Pension scheme Cashback plan for healthcare costs - up to £500 saving per year Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more. What's next? If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us.
We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler. We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause. More about your role This a varied and interesting role, as Duty Manager you will wear many hats! Such as managing, recruiting and training staff, dealing with customer's concerns, driving up memberships, preparing reports and attending meetings. You will represent the Places Leisure and you will need to be a motivated individual who will take on responsibility to lead a team and ensure the efficient day to day running of the centre. You will need a flexible approach to work being open to working shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays. For more information please download our job profile available on our website. More about you With this role you will be managing a large team, so previous experience in a supervisory/management capacity within a leisure facility would be desirable. As a Duty Manager you will become one of our registered first aiders and therefore first aid experience would set you apart from other candidates. We are looking for someone with excellent customer service and leadership skills. Benefits We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: We align with the Real Living Wage foundation Full Health & Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more) An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development Access to our Company Pension scheme Cashback plan for healthcare costs - up to £500 saving per year Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more. What's next? If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us.
May 17, 2024
Full time
We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler. We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause. More about your role This a varied and interesting role, as Duty Manager you will wear many hats! Such as managing, recruiting and training staff, dealing with customer's concerns, driving up memberships, preparing reports and attending meetings. You will represent the Places Leisure and you will need to be a motivated individual who will take on responsibility to lead a team and ensure the efficient day to day running of the centre. You will need a flexible approach to work being open to working shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays. For more information please download our job profile available on our website. More about you With this role you will be managing a large team, so previous experience in a supervisory/management capacity within a leisure facility would be desirable. As a Duty Manager you will become one of our registered first aiders and therefore first aid experience would set you apart from other candidates. We are looking for someone with excellent customer service and leadership skills. Benefits We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: We align with the Real Living Wage foundation Full Health & Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more) An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development Access to our Company Pension scheme Cashback plan for healthcare costs - up to £500 saving per year Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more. What's next? If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us.
Senior Social Worker - Duty and Assessment About the role We have a wonderful Duty and Assessment Team (DAAT) here at Northamptonshire Children's Trust! Duty and assessment is the single point of contact for all safeguarding concerns relating to children and young people in Northamptonshire. Professionals from a range of services that have contact with children, young people, their families and carers, collaborate to ensure immediate and prompt responses; their combined knowledge and expertise keeping children and young people in Northamptonshire safe from harm. With a rotating duty element, the team works at pace, completing robust short-term quality assessments of need, ensuring the right service provision is in place. Skilled social workers in these teams are friendly and confident professionals, who are able to work collaboratively to very tight deadlines, and ensure the child's voice is evident throughout. There are 6 teams within DAAT, each team consists of a Team Manager, Advanced Practitioner, who holds complex cases and supports 5 or 6 Social Workers / Senior Social Workers and a Newly Qualified Social Worker within their team. We collaborate with other professionals to ensure immediate and prompt responses. Their combined knowledge and expertise keep children and young people in Northamptonshire safe from harm. We are supporting excellence in Social Work practice, with a signs of safety based approach, and clear personal development opportunities for the right candidates. What will you be doing? We provide the front line, single point of contact for the public and professionals who are making referrals with concerns for children who are at risk of significant harm or who are children in need. Working with a broad range of agencies and services in our region, you will be responsible for responding to new referrals from professionals and members of the public. You will have the opportunity to work with children and young people on a short term basis after the initial referral until your cases transfer from the DAAT to other teams. About you As a Senior Social Worker you will have knowledge of the main issues in relation to your own client group. You will have awareness of the main legislative framework within which the role operates and knowledge of the range of services which are available to children and families and of the organisational framework within which they are provided. Ideally you will have gained extensive post qualification experience of children and families social work within a statutory or voluntary organisation and will have proven ability to relate professionally with children and families evidenced through previous work as a Social Worker. Experience of supporting more junior roles in a social work environment would be desirable as well as knowledge of the range of services which are available to children and families and of the organisational framework within which they are provided. Our benefits We are committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable, and flexible workforce alongside promoting innovation and creativity whilst keeping children, young people and families at the heart of all we do. We really value our workforce and offer you a great benefits package including: Highly competitive salaries £6,000 Welcome bonus Retention bonus Social Work England registration costs Flexible working practices, including home working, flexi time and job share The opportunity to personally contribute to improving the service Monthly high quality supervision Up to 28 day's annual leave plus bank holidays (with service rises to 32 days plus bank holidays) Opportunity to buy back up to 5 weeks of additional holiday each year Subsidised local authority Pension Scheme Additional 12 weeks of maternity leave at 50% Employee discount schemes Up to £8,000 relocation allowance Signs of Safety training An onsite academy delivering a variety of learning & development opportunities Heavily subsidised city centre parking Regular engagement opportunities with the CEO About us Northamptonshire Children's Trust was established in November 2020 to deliver Children's Services to the newly established North and West Northants County Councils. The Trust is wholly owned and funded but operationally independent from the Councils; this provides the organisation with unique opportunities to explore new ways of working and to be more agile and adaptable in its approach to service delivery. We are developing a culture that allows the very highest quality of professional practice to flourish and evolve, delivering at the cutting edge of new innovation. Attached documents SSW JD Accessible.pdf
May 16, 2024
Full time
Senior Social Worker - Duty and Assessment About the role We have a wonderful Duty and Assessment Team (DAAT) here at Northamptonshire Children's Trust! Duty and assessment is the single point of contact for all safeguarding concerns relating to children and young people in Northamptonshire. Professionals from a range of services that have contact with children, young people, their families and carers, collaborate to ensure immediate and prompt responses; their combined knowledge and expertise keeping children and young people in Northamptonshire safe from harm. With a rotating duty element, the team works at pace, completing robust short-term quality assessments of need, ensuring the right service provision is in place. Skilled social workers in these teams are friendly and confident professionals, who are able to work collaboratively to very tight deadlines, and ensure the child's voice is evident throughout. There are 6 teams within DAAT, each team consists of a Team Manager, Advanced Practitioner, who holds complex cases and supports 5 or 6 Social Workers / Senior Social Workers and a Newly Qualified Social Worker within their team. We collaborate with other professionals to ensure immediate and prompt responses. Their combined knowledge and expertise keep children and young people in Northamptonshire safe from harm. We are supporting excellence in Social Work practice, with a signs of safety based approach, and clear personal development opportunities for the right candidates. What will you be doing? We provide the front line, single point of contact for the public and professionals who are making referrals with concerns for children who are at risk of significant harm or who are children in need. Working with a broad range of agencies and services in our region, you will be responsible for responding to new referrals from professionals and members of the public. You will have the opportunity to work with children and young people on a short term basis after the initial referral until your cases transfer from the DAAT to other teams. About you As a Senior Social Worker you will have knowledge of the main issues in relation to your own client group. You will have awareness of the main legislative framework within which the role operates and knowledge of the range of services which are available to children and families and of the organisational framework within which they are provided. Ideally you will have gained extensive post qualification experience of children and families social work within a statutory or voluntary organisation and will have proven ability to relate professionally with children and families evidenced through previous work as a Social Worker. Experience of supporting more junior roles in a social work environment would be desirable as well as knowledge of the range of services which are available to children and families and of the organisational framework within which they are provided. Our benefits We are committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable, and flexible workforce alongside promoting innovation and creativity whilst keeping children, young people and families at the heart of all we do. We really value our workforce and offer you a great benefits package including: Highly competitive salaries £6,000 Welcome bonus Retention bonus Social Work England registration costs Flexible working practices, including home working, flexi time and job share The opportunity to personally contribute to improving the service Monthly high quality supervision Up to 28 day's annual leave plus bank holidays (with service rises to 32 days plus bank holidays) Opportunity to buy back up to 5 weeks of additional holiday each year Subsidised local authority Pension Scheme Additional 12 weeks of maternity leave at 50% Employee discount schemes Up to £8,000 relocation allowance Signs of Safety training An onsite academy delivering a variety of learning & development opportunities Heavily subsidised city centre parking Regular engagement opportunities with the CEO About us Northamptonshire Children's Trust was established in November 2020 to deliver Children's Services to the newly established North and West Northants County Councils. The Trust is wholly owned and funded but operationally independent from the Councils; this provides the organisation with unique opportunities to explore new ways of working and to be more agile and adaptable in its approach to service delivery. We are developing a culture that allows the very highest quality of professional practice to flourish and evolve, delivering at the cutting edge of new innovation. Attached documents SSW JD Accessible.pdf
POSITION SUMMARY As Senior Creative Operations Manager you will lead a Creative Operations team on the Creative Output for a selection of ELC brands that your cluster is responsible for. This will involve the delivery of a vast range of projects including Department Store refits and openings, Free Standing Store refits and openings, counter relocations, Primary and Secondary Launch Campaigns, Pop Ups, Permanent VM updates, Lightbox Updates. You will be an expert in project management and creative execution and be responsible for overseeing the planning and execution of entire projects from planning stage right through to completion ensuring that best in class processes and procedures are followed. Your primary goal will be to ensure the clusters projects are delivered on time and within budget whilst ensuring all peripheral aspects around project delivery, such as resource, strategic planning and upholding brand guidelines are equally considered. WHAT THIS ROLE DOES Collaboration with multiple stakeholders across the business including UK Brand teams, Global Brand teams, Commercial, Finance, Procurement, IT and directly with Store Teams. Ensuring project briefs received from the UK Brand teams are detailed and clear to ensure the successful execution of projects Creating project timelines with clear milestones that are communicated to project stakeholders Creating project status reports that are shared in regular brand update meetings Leading project status reviews with key stakeholders Responsibility for both Operational and Capital budgets on behalf of the brands within the cluster ensuring that spend is achieved when planned and that projects are delivered in budget. Ensuring a Value Engineering mindset is adopted on all projects ensuring that cost savings and efficiencies are made without compromising on quality. Ensuring that the Project Management system is kept up to date with key project information Ensuring strong supplier management and communication with shopfitters and VM suppliers Continually seek opportunities and enhancements to improve project schedule delivery timescale and processes, including post audit of prior projects to aid future installations Providing leadership to the team within your cluster, inspiring excellence and fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, transparency and accountability. Team capacity planning to ensure that the team has the right objectives to meet project demands effectively Mentoring, supporting and motivating Junior Creative Operations roles within the team Fostering and driving an inclusive team culture Qualifications WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BE SUCCESFUL IN THIS ROLE 7+ years experience ideally in the Retail Industry Strong cross-functional coordination skills Strong communication skills Proven track record of team management, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve exceptional results. Experience of developing talent within a team Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans and initiatives. Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. Ability to understand and interpret financial information, understanding of broader business objectives. Confidence to be able to manage timelines with key Stakeholders Experience managing vendor relationships 360-creative PM skills Production experience across Visual Merchandising and Store Design Understanding of local statutory regulations with regards to planning applications, listed building consent, building regulations and CDM Knowledge of local retailer requirements Office 365 - Excel and Word capabilities required Global mindset and multicultural understanding Experience managing multiple brands in fast-paced environment Good level of technical construction knowledge and ability to interpret CAD files and communicate in the appropriate terminology COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Hybrid Working (2 days WFH, 3 days office based) Generous Bonus Opportunity that usually performs ahead of target 25 Days Annual Leave (exc. Bank Holidays) that increases with length of service up to 29 days. 1 additional day of Annual Leave to celebrate your birthday Holiday Purchase scheme that enables you to get five additional days Summer Fridays for five months of the year Market leading Family Leave provisions Generous Staff Discount & Credit Benefits platform with exclusive discounts and offers Mental Health Wellbeing Provisions (Unmind App and Employee Assistant Programme) Job: Creative / Design Primary Location: GB-ENG-London Job Type: Standard Schedule: Full-time Shift: 1st (Day) Shift Job Number: 246181 Estee Lauder Companies is an equal opportunities employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
May 16, 2024
Full time
POSITION SUMMARY As Senior Creative Operations Manager you will lead a Creative Operations team on the Creative Output for a selection of ELC brands that your cluster is responsible for. This will involve the delivery of a vast range of projects including Department Store refits and openings, Free Standing Store refits and openings, counter relocations, Primary and Secondary Launch Campaigns, Pop Ups, Permanent VM updates, Lightbox Updates. You will be an expert in project management and creative execution and be responsible for overseeing the planning and execution of entire projects from planning stage right through to completion ensuring that best in class processes and procedures are followed. Your primary goal will be to ensure the clusters projects are delivered on time and within budget whilst ensuring all peripheral aspects around project delivery, such as resource, strategic planning and upholding brand guidelines are equally considered. WHAT THIS ROLE DOES Collaboration with multiple stakeholders across the business including UK Brand teams, Global Brand teams, Commercial, Finance, Procurement, IT and directly with Store Teams. Ensuring project briefs received from the UK Brand teams are detailed and clear to ensure the successful execution of projects Creating project timelines with clear milestones that are communicated to project stakeholders Creating project status reports that are shared in regular brand update meetings Leading project status reviews with key stakeholders Responsibility for both Operational and Capital budgets on behalf of the brands within the cluster ensuring that spend is achieved when planned and that projects are delivered in budget. Ensuring a Value Engineering mindset is adopted on all projects ensuring that cost savings and efficiencies are made without compromising on quality. Ensuring that the Project Management system is kept up to date with key project information Ensuring strong supplier management and communication with shopfitters and VM suppliers Continually seek opportunities and enhancements to improve project schedule delivery timescale and processes, including post audit of prior projects to aid future installations Providing leadership to the team within your cluster, inspiring excellence and fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, transparency and accountability. Team capacity planning to ensure that the team has the right objectives to meet project demands effectively Mentoring, supporting and motivating Junior Creative Operations roles within the team Fostering and driving an inclusive team culture Qualifications WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BE SUCCESFUL IN THIS ROLE 7+ years experience ideally in the Retail Industry Strong cross-functional coordination skills Strong communication skills Proven track record of team management, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve exceptional results. Experience of developing talent within a team Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans and initiatives. Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. Ability to understand and interpret financial information, understanding of broader business objectives. Confidence to be able to manage timelines with key Stakeholders Experience managing vendor relationships 360-creative PM skills Production experience across Visual Merchandising and Store Design Understanding of local statutory regulations with regards to planning applications, listed building consent, building regulations and CDM Knowledge of local retailer requirements Office 365 - Excel and Word capabilities required Global mindset and multicultural understanding Experience managing multiple brands in fast-paced environment Good level of technical construction knowledge and ability to interpret CAD files and communicate in the appropriate terminology COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Hybrid Working (2 days WFH, 3 days office based) Generous Bonus Opportunity that usually performs ahead of target 25 Days Annual Leave (exc. Bank Holidays) that increases with length of service up to 29 days. 1 additional day of Annual Leave to celebrate your birthday Holiday Purchase scheme that enables you to get five additional days Summer Fridays for five months of the year Market leading Family Leave provisions Generous Staff Discount & Credit Benefits platform with exclusive discounts and offers Mental Health Wellbeing Provisions (Unmind App and Employee Assistant Programme) Job: Creative / Design Primary Location: GB-ENG-London Job Type: Standard Schedule: Full-time Shift: 1st (Day) Shift Job Number: 246181 Estee Lauder Companies is an equal opportunities employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Senior/Fashion Account Manager - Women's and Childrenswear Leading High Street Supplier in East London Full time/perm - Office based An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Fashion Account Manager (open to Senior of Mid-level) with a leading UK high street fashion supplier. Setting the trend with a cutting-edge approach to design, season after season for their expanding international client base. The role will entail growing and developing existing and new businesses. You will naturally show a passion for high street fashion with an understanding of current trends for the customers needs. Fashion Account Manager Responsibilities: To manage your own accounts, driving sales. Working with design and retail buyers to develop a commercial, on-trend range. Managing CP, ensuring the smooth running of orders from initial order to delivery Costings, Margin Management and Order Tracking To follow up fit comments and action costings where required To chase production sample approvals To ensure internal systems are up to date Working closely with Merchandiser and the Production, Design, Tech and Fabric Teams To work alongside other seniors in all aspects of departmental plans. Coaching any junior levels within the Team. Requirements: A minimum of 3 years Fashion Account Management experience with a strong portfolio of relationships with UK high street and international retailers A strong background in womenswear or childrenswear soft woven and jersey, licensing experience beneficial but not essential Ability to work accurately whilst under pressure, managing multiple priorities Excellent organisation and co-ordination skills Good computer skills Fashion experience and a good eye for product Proactive and uses initiative To have an understanding of systems An exciting next step for a Senior/Fashion Account Manager with an expanding high street leader, fantastic team and development opportunities!
May 16, 2024
Full time
Senior/Fashion Account Manager - Women's and Childrenswear Leading High Street Supplier in East London Full time/perm - Office based An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Fashion Account Manager (open to Senior of Mid-level) with a leading UK high street fashion supplier. Setting the trend with a cutting-edge approach to design, season after season for their expanding international client base. The role will entail growing and developing existing and new businesses. You will naturally show a passion for high street fashion with an understanding of current trends for the customers needs. Fashion Account Manager Responsibilities: To manage your own accounts, driving sales. Working with design and retail buyers to develop a commercial, on-trend range. Managing CP, ensuring the smooth running of orders from initial order to delivery Costings, Margin Management and Order Tracking To follow up fit comments and action costings where required To chase production sample approvals To ensure internal systems are up to date Working closely with Merchandiser and the Production, Design, Tech and Fabric Teams To work alongside other seniors in all aspects of departmental plans. Coaching any junior levels within the Team. Requirements: A minimum of 3 years Fashion Account Management experience with a strong portfolio of relationships with UK high street and international retailers A strong background in womenswear or childrenswear soft woven and jersey, licensing experience beneficial but not essential Ability to work accurately whilst under pressure, managing multiple priorities Excellent organisation and co-ordination skills Good computer skills Fashion experience and a good eye for product Proactive and uses initiative To have an understanding of systems An exciting next step for a Senior/Fashion Account Manager with an expanding high street leader, fantastic team and development opportunities!
IT & Indirects Category Manager - Global FTSE 100 FMCG Player - central London - £40,000 - 60,000 + Car + Benefits This iconic FTSE 100 FMCG brand has enjoyed explosive growth during the last 5 years, and with continued expansion forecasted over the next 5, coupled with an influx of board-level investment in best-in-class procurement, now is an exciting time to be joining this close-knit Strategic Sourcing team. Now the business has created a senior position for a passionate Procurement specialist to be a major contributor in winning business support and driving towards best-practice. As the new procurement team member you will own a complex £ Multi-Million spend mainly across IT Software, Hardware & Consultancy, but also HR, Utilities, FM and Fleet, and mentor / coach an up-and-coming Indirects Buyer. IT & Indirects Category Manager role overview:- Being the Strategic Sourcing Lead for all Software, Hardware and Professional Services subcategories: including Licensing, Application Development and Maintenance, Cloud, Data Centers, Servers, Storage etc Negotiating with market leading Technology vendors / suppliers such as Microsoft, HP, Dell, Oracle, IBM, using your supplier relationship management skills to leverage longer term commercial advantages for the business as well as cost savings Project leading category / sourcing strategies, owning the cradle-to-grave procurement process including RFP, RFQ etc Regular interaction with an executive level stakeholder community, winning support for far-reaching procurement initiatives Instilling a high performance culture amongst the Procurement team, upskilling more junior team members and demonstrating what best-in-class IT Procurement looks and feels like Required procurement experience & qualifications:- Strong procurement and strategic sourcing experience within established companies, with at least 2 years specialising in IT & Technology categories Track record of progression within your procurement career thus far, stepping from Buyer to Senior Buyer to Procurement Manager / Category Manager within a short space of time Degree / MCIPS qualifications preferable though not essential This is an excellent procurement opportunity for a charismatic procurement professional looking to work in an intelligent and collaborative environment, lead strategic and high-value procurement projects, and progress one's career towards Directorship. To find out more and apply please send your CV or directly through this page.
May 16, 2024
Full time
IT & Indirects Category Manager - Global FTSE 100 FMCG Player - central London - £40,000 - 60,000 + Car + Benefits This iconic FTSE 100 FMCG brand has enjoyed explosive growth during the last 5 years, and with continued expansion forecasted over the next 5, coupled with an influx of board-level investment in best-in-class procurement, now is an exciting time to be joining this close-knit Strategic Sourcing team. Now the business has created a senior position for a passionate Procurement specialist to be a major contributor in winning business support and driving towards best-practice. As the new procurement team member you will own a complex £ Multi-Million spend mainly across IT Software, Hardware & Consultancy, but also HR, Utilities, FM and Fleet, and mentor / coach an up-and-coming Indirects Buyer. IT & Indirects Category Manager role overview:- Being the Strategic Sourcing Lead for all Software, Hardware and Professional Services subcategories: including Licensing, Application Development and Maintenance, Cloud, Data Centers, Servers, Storage etc Negotiating with market leading Technology vendors / suppliers such as Microsoft, HP, Dell, Oracle, IBM, using your supplier relationship management skills to leverage longer term commercial advantages for the business as well as cost savings Project leading category / sourcing strategies, owning the cradle-to-grave procurement process including RFP, RFQ etc Regular interaction with an executive level stakeholder community, winning support for far-reaching procurement initiatives Instilling a high performance culture amongst the Procurement team, upskilling more junior team members and demonstrating what best-in-class IT Procurement looks and feels like Required procurement experience & qualifications:- Strong procurement and strategic sourcing experience within established companies, with at least 2 years specialising in IT & Technology categories Track record of progression within your procurement career thus far, stepping from Buyer to Senior Buyer to Procurement Manager / Category Manager within a short space of time Degree / MCIPS qualifications preferable though not essential This is an excellent procurement opportunity for a charismatic procurement professional looking to work in an intelligent and collaborative environment, lead strategic and high-value procurement projects, and progress one's career towards Directorship. To find out more and apply please send your CV or directly through this page.
Our client based in Thatcham is looking to hire a Junior Buyer to join their team! This is a full-time, permanent position for the right candidate. The right candidate will be responsible for forecasting, negotiating and purchasing raw materials and managing a supply chain within a buying and procurement function. Hours of Work: 08:00am - 17:00pm Monday to Friday Salary: 26,000 per annum Duties Required: Identify new potential suppliers for metal fabrications, raw metals, and polycarbonate materials. Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, updating terms, prices, and delivery schedules with the approval of the manufacturing manager. Liaise with the manufacturing manager to organise materials for upcoming site works. Generate purchase orders accurately, ensuring alignment with production schedules and inventory requirements. Track and monitor order fulfilment, proactively addressing any delays or discrepancies to maintain a smooth production flow. Collaborate with the Manufacturing Manager to discuss job budgets and contribute to cost reduction initiatives. Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to facilitate smooth operations. Skills Required: CIPS Qualification Knowledge of metal fabrications processes, raw materials and polycarbonate materials. Strong analytical and negotiating skills. Experience working within a buying or procurement role Organised and meticulous approach to your role Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. If you are interested in this position, please apply today or contact our Newbury branch on (phone number removed) for further information.
May 15, 2024
Full time
Our client based in Thatcham is looking to hire a Junior Buyer to join their team! This is a full-time, permanent position for the right candidate. The right candidate will be responsible for forecasting, negotiating and purchasing raw materials and managing a supply chain within a buying and procurement function. Hours of Work: 08:00am - 17:00pm Monday to Friday Salary: 26,000 per annum Duties Required: Identify new potential suppliers for metal fabrications, raw metals, and polycarbonate materials. Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, updating terms, prices, and delivery schedules with the approval of the manufacturing manager. Liaise with the manufacturing manager to organise materials for upcoming site works. Generate purchase orders accurately, ensuring alignment with production schedules and inventory requirements. Track and monitor order fulfilment, proactively addressing any delays or discrepancies to maintain a smooth production flow. Collaborate with the Manufacturing Manager to discuss job budgets and contribute to cost reduction initiatives. Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to facilitate smooth operations. Skills Required: CIPS Qualification Knowledge of metal fabrications processes, raw materials and polycarbonate materials. Strong analytical and negotiating skills. Experience working within a buying or procurement role Organised and meticulous approach to your role Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. If you are interested in this position, please apply today or contact our Newbury branch on (phone number removed) for further information.
Location Hybrid Why The Works? We don't just sell products. We inspire reading, learning, creativity and play. You sell the paint that turns someone into an artist. You provide the book that unleashes an inner author. You supply the games that help bring families together. You give someone the puzzle book that reconnects someone with a late family member's memory.You never know who someone will become. So with your passion, and our products, you will help ignite the spark in helping people unleash their creativity, find new passions, hobbies, or rekindle fond memories.The unseen possibilities are limitless, and it all starts with you. Become a Junior Finance Partner Reporting to the Head of Commercial Finance, this role sits within an existing commercial team of five. In this key role you will develop a good understanding of the key drivers of the business to enable you to effectively deliver insight, challenge, add value and influence strategic business decisions. You will be responsible for building strong relationships and business partnering with senior managers and their teams, providing financial insight to support their commercial decision making. Your Mission Dedicated support to the commercial management teams, building a strong relationship with them and their teams. Providing effective commercial support to ensure key operational, commercial, and financial targets are delivered. Reporting and understanding KPIs. Play a key role in supporting the budgeting and forecasting process. Providing ad-hoc analysis and reporting to the business Ownership of the monthly management accounts for areas of responsibility Represent finance in commercial project working groups. Skills/Behaviours That Will Set You Apart Experience in a retail environment or similar fast paced organisation Experience in using MI tools such as Cognos, TM1, Aptos Experience of budgeting and forecasting processes including reviewing and challenging commercial targets with budget-holders Experience in using Excel. Our PERKS really are 'The Works' 25% Colleague Discount! -Plus, exclusive Double Discount days! MyWorks - Access exclusive online discounts across hundreds of retailers, holidays, utilities deals, tech and more! Holiday - 33 days including bank holidays. Holiday Purchase - Purchase an additional 5 days Can-Do Academy - Grow your skills and career with instant access to further training and development in areas that interest you. Wagestream - Claim early access to 50% of your wages as you earn them - for when 'life' happens! Share Scheme - Unleash your inner Monopoly mogul and own a piece of The Works! 24/7 support for you and your family - Through our partnership with the Retail Trust who provide an Employee Assistance Programme and so much more! Healthcare Cash Plan - To support your everyday healthcare costs And loads more! - Long Service Awards, pension, life assurance, Cycle to Work and optional charity giving. Our Purpose To inspire reading. learning, creativity and play - making lives more fulfilled. Our Values We are Crafty We are Caring We are Can-do We Listen. We Care Each year, we run an anonymous colleague engagement survey. This is so important for us to hear your feedback and suggestions. We want to know what's going great, and what needs a couple of tweaks to help make The Works the best place you've ever worked! You'll have opportunity to help give us that direction. Promoting Diversity, Inclusion, and Applying Reasonable Adjustments At The Works, we are proud to have an inclusive culture where everyone truly feels able to be themselves. Our roles are open to all, including under-represented groups such as ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, carers & members of the LGBTQ+ community (including those who identify as lesbian, gay, bi, trans, non-binary, or use another term). We are open to discussing part-time and flexible working and, where possible, will try to support this. If you need reasonable adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us and we'll be happy to help!
May 15, 2024
Full time
Location Hybrid Why The Works? We don't just sell products. We inspire reading, learning, creativity and play. You sell the paint that turns someone into an artist. You provide the book that unleashes an inner author. You supply the games that help bring families together. You give someone the puzzle book that reconnects someone with a late family member's memory.You never know who someone will become. So with your passion, and our products, you will help ignite the spark in helping people unleash their creativity, find new passions, hobbies, or rekindle fond memories.The unseen possibilities are limitless, and it all starts with you. Become a Junior Finance Partner Reporting to the Head of Commercial Finance, this role sits within an existing commercial team of five. In this key role you will develop a good understanding of the key drivers of the business to enable you to effectively deliver insight, challenge, add value and influence strategic business decisions. You will be responsible for building strong relationships and business partnering with senior managers and their teams, providing financial insight to support their commercial decision making. Your Mission Dedicated support to the commercial management teams, building a strong relationship with them and their teams. Providing effective commercial support to ensure key operational, commercial, and financial targets are delivered. Reporting and understanding KPIs. Play a key role in supporting the budgeting and forecasting process. Providing ad-hoc analysis and reporting to the business Ownership of the monthly management accounts for areas of responsibility Represent finance in commercial project working groups. Skills/Behaviours That Will Set You Apart Experience in a retail environment or similar fast paced organisation Experience in using MI tools such as Cognos, TM1, Aptos Experience of budgeting and forecasting processes including reviewing and challenging commercial targets with budget-holders Experience in using Excel. Our PERKS really are 'The Works' 25% Colleague Discount! -Plus, exclusive Double Discount days! MyWorks - Access exclusive online discounts across hundreds of retailers, holidays, utilities deals, tech and more! Holiday - 33 days including bank holidays. Holiday Purchase - Purchase an additional 5 days Can-Do Academy - Grow your skills and career with instant access to further training and development in areas that interest you. Wagestream - Claim early access to 50% of your wages as you earn them - for when 'life' happens! Share Scheme - Unleash your inner Monopoly mogul and own a piece of The Works! 24/7 support for you and your family - Through our partnership with the Retail Trust who provide an Employee Assistance Programme and so much more! Healthcare Cash Plan - To support your everyday healthcare costs And loads more! - Long Service Awards, pension, life assurance, Cycle to Work and optional charity giving. Our Purpose To inspire reading. learning, creativity and play - making lives more fulfilled. Our Values We are Crafty We are Caring We are Can-do We Listen. We Care Each year, we run an anonymous colleague engagement survey. This is so important for us to hear your feedback and suggestions. We want to know what's going great, and what needs a couple of tweaks to help make The Works the best place you've ever worked! You'll have opportunity to help give us that direction. Promoting Diversity, Inclusion, and Applying Reasonable Adjustments At The Works, we are proud to have an inclusive culture where everyone truly feels able to be themselves. Our roles are open to all, including under-represented groups such as ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, carers & members of the LGBTQ+ community (including those who identify as lesbian, gay, bi, trans, non-binary, or use another term). We are open to discussing part-time and flexible working and, where possible, will try to support this. If you need reasonable adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us and we'll be happy to help!