NJR Recruitment

Garment Technologist Manchester (Just outside of the City Centre) Childrenswear My Client, a leading supplier of beautiful childrenswear now has an excellent opportunity for a Senior / Garment Technologist to join their team based on the outskirts of Manchester City Centre. You will work on a wide range of children's wear products including general clothing, coats, swimwear, pyjama's etc. Role includes - Measuring and fitting children's garments from first sales sample through to production. Excel based workbooks used to record measurements and comments. Knowledge of grading for creating size specifications. Care label layout checking from factories. Checking and storing of test reports submitted by factories. The successful candidate will be an experienced Garment Technologist, with childrenswear experience and experience of managing / mentoring In return our client offers a friendly working environment and career progression opportunities. Apply online or for further information contact one of our specialist consultants quoting reference number: NJR16228

Branch Manager (Wholesaler) Bristol £35,000 - £38,000 plus benefits Due to the nature of the business, the successful candidate will be expected to be flexible in terms of working hours - including Sunday AM. NJR Recruitment are currently working with a well-established Wholesaler, who are now seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Branch Manager to head up their Bristol operation. The Branch Manager is responsible for ensuring the financial plan of the branch is delivered through revenue generation and growth and cost control. They promote and deliver the Company ethos in regard to excellence in customer service. The Branch Manager leads, develops and coaches the branch team to share the collective aim and to deliver the result. Key Responsibilities: Delivery of the Company's financial targets through effective operational processes Create an environment of ownership and accountability which will deliver the agreed goals/targets Ensure adherence to all Company processes from stock to cash handling to POS activity Deliver and facilitate training to boost adherence and efficiency in operational processes Use tools such as Power BI and financial analysis to regularly evaluate commercial performance, identifying opportunities for growth and taking steps to realise these Identify risk areas and flag these to the business at the earliest opportunity with proposals for mitigation Manage costs effectively to ensure profitability targets are met Deliver optimum product positioning to increase sales revenue Plan and prepare for seasonal trends and position stock accordingly to generate sales Create and implement a plan to ensure stock replenishment is effective and efficient Identify slow- and fast-moving stock and organise stock accordingly Deliver through the team, excellent customer service that drives retention and growth Promote a customer centric ethos ensuring that all customer enquiries and interactions are satisfactorily managed Find solutions for customers that are balanced by commercial considerations Create and ensure a culture of dignity and equality in the workplace Set clear targets and measures of success, regularly evaluating performance and providing feedback Follow the Company PDR process to evaluate performance Develop clear, inclusive communication channels that keep all team members regularly updated on business activities Instil a performance-based culture through regular conversations to ensure agreed targets are met, challenging underperformance and celebrating success as appropriate Act as a coach to the branch team and develop a strong team with an eye on succession planning Recruit, induct and train new team members effectively Follow HR procedures in regard to absence management, conduct management, performance management etc Keep staff and customers safe Ensure routine training is delivered in line with Company and legislative requirements Deliver or facilitate training interventions as required Ensure compliance from staff in regard to Health and Safety protocols and promote good working practices Report any issues in regard to Health and Safety to the Health and Safety manager The successful candidate will be a highly experienced Branch Manager - within a Trade Counter / Wholesaler environment. You will be an excellent people leader with the ability to coach and develop teams. Candidates will need a strong working knowledge of warehouse processes and systems and a solid understanding of stock management principles. You will be highly analytical and have excellent IT Skills. Apply online or for further information contact one of our specialist consultants quoting reference number: NJR16230

Merchandiser / Senior Merchandiser 12 Month FTC - January Start Manchester - Hybrid Working Salary: Dependent upon experience Fashion experience preferred. My Client, a highly successful supplier and retailer of apparel are now seeking a Merchandiser / Senior Merchandiser to join their team on a 12-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. The role: You will lead trading performance, pricing and stock strategy and will be responsible for delivering strong commercial results through strategic planning, trading insight and team leadership. You will be responsible for budget management, inventory management, and ensuring a seamless integration between buying, planning, and marketing teams. This role demands advanced merchandising expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a strategic mindset focused on profitability and sustainable growth. Key Responsibilities: Lead the seasonal trading strategy, ensuring sales, margin and stock targets are achieved. Own WSSI, forecasting and budgeting across your department. Analyse weekly performance to identify trends, risks and opportunities, delivering clear recommendations. Oversee allocation, replenishment and stock flow across all sales channels. Manage relationships with key marketplace contacts. Partner with Buying on range building, price architecture and product lifecycle management. Drive markdown and promotional strategy with a focus on margin optimisation. Produce effective trading reports and present insights to senior leadership. Lead, coach and develop a team of Retail Assistant Merchandisers. What We're Looking For: Strong experience in a merchandising role with a focus on trading Proven success improving margin and profit Excellent analytical and numerical ability; confident with WSSI, forecasting and advanced Excel. Commercial and data driven Confident making quick, high-impact decisions Strong background in pricing, planning, and trading- ideally in fashion or marketplaces Great communicator with strong influencing skills Experience leading and developing teams Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment Excellent problem-solving skills. Our client offers a great range of benefits including hybrid and flexible working, great modern offices and staff discount. Apply online or for further information contact one of our specialist consultants quoting reference number: NJR16277

Store Manager - Distribution / Wholesale West Yorkshire £35,000 - £38,000 + benefits A distribution & wholesale business is seeking an experienced Store Manager to lead its site in West Yorkshire. Flexibility is required, due to business trading hours. Overview You will be responsible for delivering the stores financial results, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring excellent customer service. Strong leadership and the ability to develop a high-performing team are essential. Key Responsibilities Achieve revenue, growth targets. Maintain stock accuracy, cash handling, and daily operations. Use commercial data and analysis tools to assess performance and identify improvement opportunities. Manage stock effectively, including replenishment and product layout. Lead the team to deliver outstanding customer service and resolve queries professionally. Set clear goals, review performance, and support staff development. Recruit, train and motivate team members. Ensure full adherence to Health & Safety standards and address any concerns promptly. Candidate Profile You'll bring proven experience managing a Store within a trade, distribution or wholesale environment. Strong operational knowledge, solid stock management skills, analytical capability and confident IT proficiency are essential. Apply online or for further information contact one of our specialist consultants quoting reference number: NJR16269

IFA Administrator/ Trainee Paraplanner Grantham Salary up to 28,000 Development into Paraplanning Exam support and Funding Candidates who come from a transferable financial background OR who hold Industry related qualifications will be considered. NJR Recruitment are working in partnership with growing Firm of Financial Planners who are going through a period of growth and have an exciting opportunity for a talented Financial Planning Administrator to join their practice based in the Grantham area. The role will involve providing administrative support to a team of Paraplanners and Financial Planners, ensuring the Client journey remains seamless. The role will offer varied mixed of administration and telephone-based tasks. This role would suit someone who is looking to join a well-structured business who offer clear career development and on-going support. You will benefit from working as part of a friendly team who operate a family culture and provide ongoing training and development. Responsibilities " Administration Support to the Financial Advisers " All aspects of support including LOA responsibility, chasing outstanding case information, client review preparation and general office duties " Processing of new business applications for Pensions, Life Assurance and Investments with all providers from inception to completion " Liaising with clients in relation to various queries " Maintaining an electronic record of all new business applications in order to keep consultants up to date " Preparing meeting documentation " Updating the back-office system The successful candidate will need to have previous experience working within a Financial Planning/IFA environment OR someone from Banking / a Provider. You will have solid communication and articulation skills as well as the ability to multi-task. Our client is looking for a self-motivated, career minded, enthusiastic and positive but meticulous individual, who can work as part of a team and have a flexible approach. For more information, please contact one of specialist consultant quoting REF: NJR15787

Graduate IT Support Engineer Excellent salary plus Bonus and Benefits We are working with Protector Insurance to recruit a Graduate IT Support Engineer to join their growing Manchester IT team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate with a passion for technology, strong problem-solving skills, and an interest in using AI to improve systems and workflows click apply for full job details

Financial Adviser Hull £60,000 - £80,000 Our Client is a highly successful and innovative National IFA firm with a reputation for providing unique financial solutions to High Net Worth individuals and businesses across the whole of the UK. Due to their ongoing growth are now looking to recruit an experienced Financial Adviser to join their Hull based team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join a thriving and successful company and become part of an ambitious team. This role is ideal for a candidate looking to further their career within Financial Services with a growing business committed to providing independent face to face advise to clients. What's in it for you? " Great basic salary " Generous bonus structure " Full admin and paraplanning support " Clients provided " 25 days annual leave & Bank Holidays " Additional day off for your birthday " Contributory pension scheme " Private Healthcare " Life assurance " Health insurance " Charity volunteer days " Excellent Training and Development As an experienced Wealth Planner, you will acquire new clients, through referrals and by pro-actively presenting the service to potential clients and to introducers such as lawyers and other professional advisers, as well as servicing an existing client base. Duties will include: " Speaking to clients in person, through video calls and telephone " Conduct thorough fact finds " Present financial options to clients " Work with the paraplanning and compliance teams " Conduct annual reviews What we need from you: " Minimum 5 years of previous experience as a financial planner preferably from an independent setting " A strong knowledge of a range of pensions, investments and more complex financial products including VCTs etc " Minimum of Level 4 Diploma Qualified, although those working toward Chartered would be of most interest " Excellent communication skills " Driving licence and own vehicle Please note that this is a Regulated role and the successful candidate will need to pass a credit check, DBS check and provide a regulated reference If you are looking to take your career to the next level and join a thriving IFA firm, then apply now or contact NJR Recruitment quoting NJR16068