Polkadotfrog

Temporary Purchasing Assistant Ipswich Temporary - possibly permanent 15 / 29,000- 30,000 Immediate start We're working with a fantastic manufacturing business who are looking for a Temporary Purchasing Assistant to jump in and make an immediate impact. If you've got experience in purchasing, supply chain or administration within a fast-paced environment, this could be a great opportunity to build your skills, gain exposure to a busy procurement team, and make a real difference to production operations. What youll be doing: Raising and processing purchase orders for materials, components and supplies Sourcing and comparing supplier quotes to get the best value Monitoring stock requirements in line with production schedules Chasing deliveries and keeping everything on track Supporting the wider team by resolving supply or invoice issues quickly Keeping ERP systems updated with accurate, up-to-date information Supporting stock control and supplier performance tracking What we're looking for: Previous experience in a purchasing, supply chain or admin role Ideally exposure to a manufacturing or production environment Confident using ERP/MRP systems (Oracle would be a bonus!) Strong Excel skills (think VLOOKUPs Pivot Tables) Great attention to detail and highly organised A proactive, can-do attitude with excellent communication skills What's in it for you A chance to gain hands-on experience in a busy procurement team Work with a supportive and collaborative business Immediate start opportunity Build valuable experience in manufacturing and supply chain If you're available immediately and ready to hit the ground running, wed love to hear from you! At polkadotfrog, we are dedicated to ensuring both client and candidate satisfaction. We value inclusivity and welcome requests for reasonable adjustments, whether for accessibility or information in an alternative format. Our Specialist Consultants bring expertise, passion, and dedication to delivering a professional, personalised, quality service. Our mission is simple, to create positive relationships, built on honesty, transparency, and thoughtfulness, for both employers and job seekers.

the role. We have a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded and reputable global company as a Laboratory Technician where you will be joining their team to work on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday each week, 8am - 4.30pm. There is pay review pendng in May for this role This is a permanent part time opportunity, offering a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in a dynamic laboratory environment. The successful candidate will carry out analytical testing on raw materials and finished products to ensure the quality of our product range. Your day-to-day duties: Perform analysis and operations to agreed plans and schedules Produce and report accurate analytical results Immediately report any out of spec. results or non-conformance Guarantee compliance with internal and external audit requirements Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations within the lab Assist in the preparation of samples, reagents, and solutions Collaborate with the team to support ongoing research and projects Troubleshoot and resolve any technical issues that arise in the lab why you should apply. No two days will be the same here, you are likely to be challenged, and your skills strengthened and broadened! This is a growing and evolving team in a global company. what we're looking for. We are looking for someone who has previous experience in a laboratory setting within a food, beverage or food service industry, strong attention to detail, excellent communication and organisational skills. Microbiological experience would be a distinct advantage. You will have the ability to work independently and as part of a team and be proficient in using laboratory equipment and software. Knowledge of safety standards and protocols in a laboratory environment is also required. A degree is a scientific discipline or related field is desired, as well as experience in a specific area of research or testing pertinent to the labs focus. At polkadotfrog, we are dedicated to ensuring both client and candidate satisfaction. We value inclusivity and welcome requests for reasonable adjustments, whether for accessibility or information in an alternative format. Our Specialist Consultants bring expertise, passion, and dedication to delivering a professional, personalised, and quality service. Our mission is simple - To create positive relationships with all our clients and job seekers. To be known for honesty, being upfront and thoughtful to those hiring and those looking for a new job.

The Role If you're looking for an insurance role that genuinely puts the customer at the heart of everything, this one stands out. You'll be joining an innovative, fast-growing Commercial Insurance Broker in Ipswich where the focus is simple: exceptional service and long-term client relationships. As part of a small and supportive customer care team, you'll be helping existing clients with: Policy amendments Updating personal or business details Renewal conversations, checking whats changed and offering guidance Providing quotes and answering day-to-day queries You'll be working alongside a team of 12 friendly, experienced colleagues who share knowledge freely and create a genuinely positive environment. This is a place where both the client experience and your own work experience matter. Why You'll Love This Role This is a brilliant opportunity to develop your career within a business that truly invests in its people. You'll benefit from: Structured training and ongoing support Modern tools and systems to help you succeed A clear workflow that lets you focus on great conversations A company culture built on teamwork, integrity, and customer care Lots of opportunities for growth Hybrid working If you enjoy helping people, solving problems, and building rapport, you'll thrive here. We'd love to speak to you if you are: Passionate about delivering great customer service A strong communicator and attentive listener Patient, clear, and confident when explaining policies A team player with a positive, engaged attitude Commercial insurance experience would be a huge advantage, but were also open to people with general insurance experience, or those keen to break into the industry and learn. At polkadotfrog, we are dedicated to ensuring both client and candidate satisfaction. We value inclusivity and welcome requests for reasonable adjustments, whether for accessibility or information in an alternative format. Our Specialist Consultants bring expertise, passion, and dedication to delivering a professional, personalised, and quality service. Our mission is simple, to create positive relationships, built on honesty, transparency, and thoughtfulness, for both employers and job seekers. INDH

Account Executive Ipswich - Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm the role. This is a true Account Management / Customer Services position, you will be working for a small and successful IT Support company ensuring their clients needs are always met and that they always receive proactive and thoughtful customer service. You will assist with new requirements from existing customers, offering guidance on solutions to suit their needs, and assisting them in the best way possible. From there you will prepare quotes and project manage their new piece of work through to completion and beyond. The requirements from your customers could be anything regarding their IT infrastructure, from preparing for a new user, changing operating systems, purchasing of new hardware / software. You dont need to be a technical person for this role, although an interest would of course be good, but you will have all the technical back up and support you need to assist you, what you need to do is really focus on looking after your clients and making sure communication is top notch. why you should apply. This is an extremely interesting opportunity for someone who really takes pride in customer service and offering a personal service. You will work within a busy team to ensure customers are always satisfied. The client is proactive with their customers and ensure they are always truly on the ball, advising customers even on potential issues and dealing with them before they even arise. These guys keep hold of their clients for a long time, 10 years plus, so you will make some great relationships. Its a nice place to work, a busy and bright team. They are based in a very easily accessible location just outside of Ipswich town centre with free parking on that note a driving licence is highly desirable too. what were looking for. We need a dedicated customer service professional here, someone who can produce high quality quotes, business proposals, generate sales orders and place orders with your suppliers to fulfil your clients needs. Good administration and organisation skills will be needed as well as the ability to prioritise and organise your workload, and to manage small projects for your customers. You must be able to work within a team in this role as you will be dealing with all parts of the business and of course your interpersonal skills will be outstanding. At polkadotfrog we do our very best to ensure both client and candidate satisfaction. If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments. Our team of Specialist Consultants have the skills, experience and passion to deliver a professional, personal and quality service. Our mission is to build long-term relationships and help clients and candidates find the perfect match. Whilst we would love to get back to every applicant, it is not always possible, so if you havent heard from us within 5 days, please note that your application has not been successful on this occasion. INDH

£(phone number removed)k, plus excellent bonus and benefits package Hybrid after probation - 3 days office 2 days home A wonderful opportunity to take over from an exiting employee who will remain within the finance team in a slightly different role. You will have the opportunity to work closely with them, so it's brilliant to have all their knowledge at your fingertips. You will be managing the entire debtor process Ensuring accurate records and viability of positions and risk Providing regular reporting Collaborate with sales to mange customer accounts Credit checking clients and new accounts to enable strategic decisions You will report directly to the finance manager here, this is a vital role to ensure cash flow remains strong. You will hold positive relationships throughout business and be part of a proactive, professional and involved finance team. This team work closely together and support each other in this fast paced and exciting environment, they have fun along the way too! There is loads of opportunity here as the business continues to grow and expand. Interviews will be Thursday and Friday 18th 19th September. INDH At polkadotfrog, we are dedicated to ensuring both client and candidate satisfaction. We value inclusivity and welcome requests for reasonable adjustments, whether for accessibility or information in an alternative format. Our Specialist Consultants bring expertise, passion, and dedication to delivering a professional, personalised, and quality service. Our mission is simple - To create positive relationships with all our clients and job seekers. To be known for honesty, being upfront and thoughtful to those hiring and those looking for a new job.

Location: Ipswich Salary: 40,000 Excellent Benefits + bonus Shape this role and make it your own within a long-established industry leader! About the Role Are you ready to become a key part of a renowned leader in industrial machinery manufacturing This is a fantastic opportunity to shape your role within a company with a strong history of innovation and excellence. As Parts Spares Sales Executive, youll play a vital role in supporting customers, managing stock, coordinating purchases, and ensuring smooth operations across logistics and production. Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities Process customer orders and handle spares requests. Manage stock levels, ensuring availability and accuracy. Coordinate purchases in collaboration with the procurement team. Work closely with logistics to ensure timely dispatch and deliveries. Keep customers informed of lead times and shipment progress. Develop strong relationships with clients, providing expert advice and support. Conduct occasional customer site visits to strengthen partnerships. Contribute to management meetings, sharing insights and recommendations. Why Apply A chance to make this department your own shape processes, improve workflows, and add value to the business. Work closely with engineering and production to tailor solutions for customer needs. Join a highly regarded company that manufactures all its products right here in Ipswich. Enjoy a varied and dynamic role with excellent growth opportunities and a lovely team environment. What Were Looking For Personality! Energy and keenness with the ability to learn the parts spares and the desire to be part of something great are the key things Experience in a similar role Brilliant, you'll be up and running in no time Experience with industrial machinery, manufacturing, or engineering, we would love this! Spares/parts management experience would be highly valued too You will need . Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Proactive approach to customer service, ensuring satisfaction and smooth operations. Team-oriented mindset, able to collaborate with multiple departments. INDH At polkadotfrog, we are dedicated to ensuring both client and candidate satisfaction. We value inclusivity and welcome requests for reasonable adjustments, whether for accessibility or information in an alternative format. Our Specialist Consultants bring expertise, passion, and dedication to delivering a professional, personalised, and quality service. Our mission is simple, to create positive relationships with all our clients and job seekers. To be known for honesty, being upfront and thoughtful to those hiring and those looking for a new job.

The role. Join a dynamic and collaborative Purchasing team, taking responsibility for enhancing procurement processes. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, you will work with team members to develop key skills, resolve daily challenges, and maintain supplier relationships. This role is Monday Friday 9am 5pm with the opportunity for hybrid work available after probation. Your day-to-day duties include; Manage team activities and provide structured training. Empower team ownership and responsibility. Organize regular updates and meetings with management. Collaborate with other supervisors for a unified approach. Foster a positive, supportive leadership style. Oversee team functions and resolve daily issues. Manage supplier relationships and review lead times. Report on monthly spending, KPIs, and non-conformance. Participate in demand planning, pricing reviews, and procurement improvements. Audit processes, maintain ERP databases, and ensure industry compliance. Assist in recruitment, onboarding, and training of new team members. why you should apply. What a magnificent place to work, from the unbelievable benefits package to the fantastic culture, this is somewhere you will build such a successful and rewarding career you will not want to leave! The opportunity for both professional and personal progression here is also one to note down. For such a large and long-standing business, they have absolutely mastered how to keep the family feel throughout, creating an atmosphere you look forward to entering every day. what were looking for. leadership skills, commercial awareness and a proactive attitude. Previous experience in a Buyer, Purchasing and/or Supervisory role, including team coaching and supplier performance development is desirable. Strong analytical skills and negotiation skills is required with advanced computer literacy. You will have excellent organisational skills, strong communication abilities and the capacity to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environments. At Polkadotfrog recruitment we do our very best to ensure both client and candidate satisfaction. If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments. Our team of Specialist Consultants have the skills, experience, and passion to deliver a professional, personal and quality service. Our mission is to build long-term relationships and help clients and candidates find the perfect match. Whilst we would love to get back to every applicant, it is not always possible, so if you havent heard from us within 5 days, please note that your application has not been successful on this occasion.