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A well renowned Public Sector organisation are looking to recruit a Procurement Officer to join their established Procurement Team. The Procurement Officer will be responsible for leading purchasing activity for a designated category completing full tender processes from supplier identification, strategy development, award and then contract management. Main Responsibilities of the Procurement Officer Running end to end tender processes Scoping, development and finalisation of tender documentation Assessing and managing contractual risk and recommending the most appropriate procurement strategy Report writing to include statistical returns and data analysis Leading tender evaluation activity Stakeholder liaison, engagement and management Supplier Liaison and management Skills and Experience required of the Procurement Officer Experience in a Public Sector Procurement environment Understanding of Public Contracts Regulations including PA 2023 Experience in Managing tenders and developed Strategy documentation. Benefits Hybrid working model 2 days in the office 3 from home Favourable pension plan Employee Assistance Programme Favourable Holiday entitlement Multiple softer benefits This position would suit a Procurement professional who has worked in Public Sector environments as a Buyer, Senior Buyer, Procurement Officer, Purchasing Officer or Procurement Specialist.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Category Manager (Plant & Fleet) to join the Procurement function within a global Construction & Infrastructure business. Successful applicants must have experience of Plant and Fleet procurement including CAPEX and Vehicles with experience managing agreements and spend linked to capital expenditure and hire arrangements. This is a hybrid position requiring 3 days in office a week and whilst the preference is for that location to be Wimborne there are multiple sites across the Wessex region that could also be utilised. Role requirements of the Category Manager (Plant & Fleet) As a Category Manager, you will work with your stakeholders to identify the best way to deliver value. You will look to understand the market, identify opportunities to aggregate spend and your categories and develop new sourcing opportunities. Working at an experienced level, you will ensure that all procurement activity and agreements are designed and implemented to deliver best value to the company, working collaboratively with partners to provide innovation in products and processes. You will work closely with the relevant internal departments as well as externally with our growing supply base. Skills & Experience of the Category Manager (Plant & Fleet) You will have extensive equivalent working experience in the field of category management of plant and fleet. In addition, you will preferably be MCIPS accredited or hold an equivalent accreditation. You will have worked in a plant and fleet, utilities, or a heavy industry environment, with prior experience purchasing equipment and managing hire arrangements in a fast-paced pace high-volume sector. Other skills and experience required to undertake this role include: Strong commercial and negotiation skills Tendering and framework management experience Stakeholder management and communication skills The ability to operate both independently as well as working collaboratively as part of a team Working knowledge of a range of contract types Working knowledge of eSourcing systems. The Package of the Category Manager (Plant & Fleet) Competitive salary A combined pension contribution of up to 20%. Career progression and professional development opportunities. 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service. A car allowance (subject to conditions). A performance-related bonus (subject to conditions). The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year. The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions). A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs. Life assurance of up to eight times your salary. The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions). Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers. One paid volunteering day each year. Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements. Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform. This role would be suitable for someone who has held t position within procurement ad a procurement manager, procurement specialist, sourcing specialist, category manager or category specialist.

Interim IT Senior Buyer We're looking for an experienced IT procurement professional who will be able to hit the ground running in this busy and varied IT procurement role working for a truly fantastic organisation within a friendly and supportive team. Key Requirements: End to end IT procurement experience Strong stakeholder skills Good negotiation skills Broad IT category experienced preferred e.g. hardware, software, outsourcing etc. etc. as this is a varied role A pro-active approach Based in Southampton - flexible hybrid working available with 2 days from home 350 - 450p.day (umbrella company gross day rate)

A fantastic opportunity has been created for a Procurement Manager to join a market leading and award winning media development and entertainment business based in Cambridgeshire. The role will operate on a hybrid basis with a strict 3 days in the office with a comprehensive relocation support package as part of any offer, should you need to relocate. As the Procurement Manager you will be responsible for of the Procurement function, working closely with the team to ensure smooth running of the day-to day operations, and optimise spending across the business. Due to the nature of the company the Procurement function primarily focuses on Indirect spend, such as, IT Hardware and Software, Licences, Publishing activity and Facilities related services, however, assistance is often required with some Direct spend. The Procurement Manager will play a key part in ensuring the right goods and services are in place to operate effectively, while delivering value, managing risk, and continuously improving how Procurement supports the organisation. You will lead and develop the Procurement team, work closely with senior stakeholders across the business, and take ownership of high-quality sourcing, contracting and supplier management activity across a broad range of indirect spend categories. Job description of the Procurement Manager Leading, coaching and developing the Procurement team to deliver a trusted, high-performing procurement service. Driving measurable value across indirect spend through savings, cost avoidance and service improvements, while maintaining quality and managing risk. Setting procurement priorities and coordinating activity across the organisation in partnership with senior stakeholders, continuously improving the Procurement function. Leading supplier selection and onboarding, ensuring appropriate due diligence, approvals and documentation, and appropriate, competitive suppliers are engaged and set up effectively. Managing competitive sourcing activities (RFx), from requirements definition through to evaluation and award recommendation to achieve the best commercial outcomes. Owning procurement governance and controls, ensuring compliant, efficient end-to-end processes with a clear audit trail. Partnering with budget holders and stakeholders to shape requirements early and provide commercial guidance throughout the procurement lifecycle. Leading and overseeing high-value contract renewals and negotiations, including commercial terms, key risk clauses and SLAs, working closely with Legal where required. Supporting complex licensing renewals and high-value publishing-related activity. Producing clear, insightful procurement reporting for senior leadership. Skills & experience required of the Procurement Manager Proven experience in a similar role leading successful procurement function, including managing a team. Broad procurement experience with a strong background with indirect procurement across a range of spend categories. CIPS qualifications Excellent negotiation skills, with the confidence to challenge costs and assumptions when required. A positive, solution-focused approach and the ability to balance stakeholder needs with commercial rigour. Strong communication and relationship-building skills with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers. What the Procurement Manager role offers The Procurement Manager position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes a success-based annual bonus, share option schemes, life assurance, private family healthcare, flexitime working hours, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, in-house subsidised catering, support with relocation, a Cycle to Work scheme, free bike servicing, and social activities and events. This role would suit someone with experience as a Senior Buyer, Lead Buyer, Category Manager, Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager or Supply Chain Manager.

Exciting new opportunity for a Production Manager to join a leading global organisation. This permanent role is based in Hemel Hempstead, offering a salary of up to 50,000. In this position, you will oversee the complete production process - planning, managing, and controlling operations to ensure timely delivery, adherence to budget, and the highest standards of quality. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in production within a manufacturing environment, demonstrating strong leadership and operational expertise. Role responsibilities of the Production Manager include: Developing, implementing and managing production plans and schedules to meet business objectives. Overseeing production budgets, product costing and estimating processes in line with business requirements. Leading, training and developing production staff, fostering a high-performance culture. Monitoring production processes, identifying bottlenecks and implementing efficiency improvements. Managing the allocation of resourcing including staff, fostering a high-performance culture. Person Specification of the Production Manager: Prior hands-on experience in a production role within a manufacturing setting, working with raw materials such as wood, metals, and other materials. Demonstrated success in team management and proven leadership capabilities. Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks. Proficiency in ERP systems or production management software. Salary Up to 50k This position requires full on-site presence This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within production as a production manager, production coordinator, production team leader, production scheduler, materials scheduler, materials planner, or materials manager