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Buying Analyst Salary up to 45,000 + benefits Location: West Yorkshire Our client, a well-established food manufacturing business is seeking a Buying Analyst to support the procurement and buying function through accurate data analysis, reporting, and commercial insight. This role plays a key part in cost control, supplier performance monitoring, and supporting informed purchasing decisions within a fast-paced FMCG environment. Working closely with Buying, Finance, Supply Chain and Operations teams to analyse spend, identify trends, and highlight opportunities for savings and efficiency improvements. Key responsibilities include analysing purchasing and spend data, maintaining accurate reports and dashboards, supporting pricing and margin analysis, monitoring supplier performance, and assisting with forecasting and budgeting activities. You will also support buyers with data-led insights, maintain system accuracy, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across procurement. Our ideal candidate will have experience in a buying, procurement, supply chain or analytical role within food manufacturing or FMCG. Strong Excel and data analysis skills are essential, with the ability to interpret large data sets and present clear insights. A commercially focused mindset is more important than experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments are key to success in this role. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing food manufacturing business offering long-term development and exposure to strategic procurement activity.

The Company: Maintenance division of a group of based M&E companies who design, install and maintain commercial M&E building services. T/O c 100m The Role: You will be responsible for the planning / scheduling of all planned maintenance of electrical & mechanical building services for both the in-house engineers and sub-contractors. You will also be responsible for ensuring compliance levels are met & clients receive a timely and professional service. Must have experience of using a CAFM system and experience within an FM helpdesk or planning environment. New PPM Contracts Attend new PPM contract mobilisation meetings Set up the new contract as per the process Raising Amazon & Screwfix orders Manage the shared inboxes Arrange for the clients to have access to JobLogic Set up any client portals Deal with any client enquiries Existing & ongoing PPM Contracts Process all the paperwork as required Ensure the assets are kept up to date Ensure the engineers have all the correct paperwork required for the PPM Reschedule visits as required Book all visits in with the client Raise any related quotations (process these if and where possible) Manage sub-contractors and there visits Filter management and ordering Accounts Signing off PPM Purchase orders Ad hoc PPM Invoicing Salary: Up to 30,500, 27 days plus bank holidays, 4%/4% pension

The Company: A global FM and property management company who actively encourage internal promotion and progression. The Role: Working exclusively for a recently extended and increased contract that now covers 40 UK sites and has a team of 9 engineers plus sub-contractors. Working with a helpdesk operator and the account manager, you will be responsible for the financial / administration side of the contract. Using the CAFM system, you will run WIP reports, manage contract compliance, close jobs down, ensure all works have the appropriate PO's and paperwork and meet with the client monthly to agree completed works and then invoice accordingly. Based in Manchester centre - Mon/Fri working from home - Tues/Weds/Thurs in the office. You must have experience of using a CAFM system and have experience of running financial reports. There are excellent prospects to progress further as you will gain a full understanding of how an FM contract is managed and administrated. Salary: 30,250 25 days plus bank holiday + Stats 3%/5% pension Wellness Package Hybrid Working

Financial Planning & Analysis Accountant Location: West Yorkshire Salary: Up to 55,000 + benefits We are currently seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis Accountant to join a food manufacturing business in West Yorkshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) with strong analytical skills and experience in financial planning, forecasting, and reporting. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making. Collect data from multiple platforms and consolidate it into a single source for accurate reporting and analysis. Provide insight to drive business performance and support strategic decisions. Communicate financial information effectively to both finance and non-finance stakeholders. Requirements: Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficient in Power BI or a similar tool. Experience in financial planning, forecasting, and reporting. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in a growing business and make a real impact on financial performance. To apply: Please submit your CV for immediate consideration.