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Jackson Hogg Procurement division are delighted to be partnering with a successful and growing manufacturing organisation based near Middlesbrough on the appointment of a Purchasing Assistant to join their team on a 12-month fixed-term contract basis. As Purchasing Assistant , the role involves assisting in the purchasing of goods and services necessary for the company's operations. This will involve coordinating with various internal and external stakeholders, maintaining records, and ensuring that purchases are made effi ciently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with company policies and procedures. Salary on offer is £ per annum depending on experience. This role is based on site with the possibility of 1 day per week hybrid working after an initial training period. Core working hours are and with 15.00 early Friday finishes. The Role Managed vendor relationships by sourcing quotations, negotiating pricing, and general management of the order book. Generate and process purchase orders, monitoring order status to ensure accurate and timely delivery of goods and services. Assist with inventory management by maintaining accurate stock records, tracking usage, and ensuring optimal inventory levels. Ensure all procurement activities complied with company policies, industry standards, and legal requirements, maintaining complete and accurate documentation. Support cost control initiatives by working within budget constraints and identifying cost-effective purchasing alternatives. Coordinate with internal departments including fi nance, operations, logistics and engineering to ensure smooth and effi cient procurement processes. Resolve procurement-related issues such as delivery delays, damaged goods, and invoice discrepancies. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to encourage long-term partnerships and reliable supply chains. Provide administrative support to the purchasing team, including data entry, record-keeping, and filing. The Person/Requirements Some purchasing/supply chain experience would be advantageous but not essential Good attention to detail Competent on Excel Great communication skills Ability to work under pressure For more information, please get in touch with Gemma Yeadon - Sector Lead Procurement at Jackson Hogg Recruitment.

Jackson Hogg Procurement division are pleased to be exclusively partnering with a well-established design and manufacturing company in North Tyneside on the appointment of 2 Buyers to join their procurement team on a temporary to permanent basis. The roles will initially be temporary for a period of 6 months with the view to then go permanent. Salary on offer is £ per annum, depending on experience. Hybrid working is on offer with 2 days per week working from home and 3 days in office, as well as flexibility to working hours and an early Friday finish. The Role Raise POs against equipment and spares requirements; including customer spares and assemblies Confidently liaise with suppliers building a relationship that supports requirements Problem solving at a part level - including appropriate information held against each part number Build an accurate set of cost data and price lists for chosen suppliers and parts that improves competitive advantage Provide Order Fulfilment, Supplier Quotations, Tender/Bid Analysis, Supplier Fiscal Analysis, Supplier Relationship Management, and Demand Analysis information Manage the Transactional Competitive Bid process (quote analysis, negotiation, supplier selection, orders placements and delivery requirement) for the commodity group Regular reporting to flag any barriers to success, and identifying opportunities for improvement including process and technology issues Liaise with Production, Stores and Purchasing in determining appropriate production and stock levels (in-house and at suppliers) for parts & sub-assemblies where identified Work with Business Units to satisfy urgent customer requirements Invoice query resolution Work with engineering to resolve documentation issues associated with the delivery of parts and assemblies. Work with the Sales teams to develop new products, services or packages Work with all stakeholders to enhance the business processes and systems used to satisfy customers The Person/Requirements Proven negotiation experience Ideal sector experience would be manufacturing/engineering/industrial/technical Must be available immediately or within 1 week notice due to the roles initially being offered on a temporary basis Confident to challenge stakeholders when needed Interviews will take place on Wednesday 15th April with the view to start on Monday 27th April 2026, so early application is highly recommended. For more information, please contact Gemma Yeadon - Sector Lead Procurement at Jackson Hogg Recruitment.

Jackson Hogg is delighted to be supporting a fantastic client in Teesside on the appointment of a Finance Manager. This role will oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accurate financial reporting, robust financial controls and compliance with statutory requirements. The role supports strategic decision-making through high-quality financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting. Responsibilities Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow reports for several statutory entities Deliver timely financial analysis and commentary to senior management Monitor financial performance against budget and highlight variances Oversee cash flow forecasting and management for several statutory entities Monitor and improve working capital Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations and company policies Proactive line management of a small finance team Experience Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience Strong experience in financial management and reporting Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting systems Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines Experience managing a finance team High level of integrity and professionalism Proactive, organised and commercially minded

Customer Solutions Team Manager Full-time Permanent Newcastle Upon Tyne Are you a people-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment? We're looking for a Customer Solutions Team Manager to lead a team of Site Solutions Coordinators, driving exceptional service, strong enquiry conversion, and commercial growth across all customer touchpoints. Role Responsibilities Customer Engagement & Transactional Sales Provide expert advice to customers across all enquiry types. Convert hire enquiries into confirmed orders while maintaining pricing discipline. Deliver a consultative sales experience and promote added-value items and sustainable alternatives. Drive a first-class customer experience at every touchpoint. Team Leadership & Development Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Customer Solutions team. Foster a culture of ownership, responsiveness, and service excellence. Conduct regular 1:1s, coaching, and performance reviews. Ensure the team is knowledgeable and confident across the full product and service suite. Process, Accuracy & Governance Ensure accurate logging and processing of hires, off-hires, amendments, and service issues. Adhere to governance processes around pricing, availability, and service delivery. Maintain up-to-date customer and hire records. Support continuous improvement of processes, tools, and systems. Identify and resolve service challenges to protect margin. Performance & Commercial Accountability Deliver against KPIs including response time, conversion, upselling/cross-selling, CSAT, and accuracy. Monitor team performance using dashboards and service metrics. Analyse enquiry and service trends to inform improvements. Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure seamless fulfilment and customer care. General & Manager Responsibilities Comply with all company policies, procedures, and SHEQ directives. Uphold company vision and values. Lead, inspire, motivate, train, and develop team members. Manage recruitment, onboarding, probation, absence, capability, and conduct. Ensure adherence to health and safety legislation and company policies Skills Required Proven experience in a fast-paced sales or customer service environment. Product/hire knowledge desirable but not essential. Experience managing teams to deliver commercial and service performance. Commercial awareness including pricing discipline and margin control. Excellent communication, empathy, and customer-handling skills. Strong organisational skills and resilience under pressure.