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We're recruiting for a Sales Coordinator to join an established business based in the Lockerbie area. Based within the small office administration team, you will be responsible for processing sales and purchase orders, whilst coordinating orders coming in and out of site. You will deal with UK, European and International orders. This is a varied, hands-on role where no two days are likely to be quite the same. You'll play an important part in keeping orders moving and making sure the administration behind each transaction is taken care of. What will you be doing? Acting as a key point of coordination between sales, finance, customers, suppliers and transport providers. Processing purchase orders, goods received and sales invoices for UK and international customers. Arranging UK and overseas transport, obtaining quotations from hauliers and freight forwarders. Coordinating imports and exports, ensuring all relevant shipping, despatch and transport documentation is completed accurately. Maintaining documentation and keeping records and filing systems up to date. Reconciling purchase invoices and supplier statements. Providing wider office support, including answering incoming calls and general administration. What are we looking for? We're looking for someone who is organised, numerate and enjoys having a varied workload. You'll be comfortable juggling different priorities, communicating with customers and suppliers, and making sure the details are taken care of. Ideally, you'll bring: Previous experience in an administration, sales support or logistics coordination role. Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and manage your own workload. Good numerical skills and confidence working with figures. Good IT skills, ideally with previous experience of Sage 50. Experience of import/export documentation would be advantageous. A proactive approach, good attention to detail and the ability to work flexibly as part of a small team.

Based: Scottish Borders Hybrid Working Flexible Hours A great opportunity, in a great location, with a company that values its people. How about working for an established, successful business in the beautiful Scottish Borders, with a supportive team, flexible working arrangements and a genuinely attractive benefits package? With excellent transport links, including a direct train service to Edinburgh and the Lothians, this location could be more accessible than you think. Add hybrid working, flexibility around working hours and an early finish every Friday, and there's plenty to like! We're looking for an organised and proactive Project Coordinator to join a busy commercial team, providing day-to-day support of projects. What will you be doing? Providing day-to-day administrative and coordination support. Supporting customer projects, ensuring information is accurate and up to date. Coordinating product samples, customer submissions and associated tracking. Assisting with product specifications, design sign off and customer documentation. Maintaining project, records and progress updates. Liaising with internal departments to gather information and follow up outstanding actions. Supporting customer approvals, amendments and ongoing project updates. Communicating directly with customers to provide updates and help ensure requirements are met. Identifying missing information or potential delays and ensuring these are followed up. What are we looking for? Highly organised, with good planning and prioritisation skills. Detail-focused and comfortable managing different tasks and deadlines. Confident communicating with customers and colleagues across different departments. Proactive, dependable and happy to take ownership of tasks. Comfortable using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. A good team player who takes pride in providing a reliable and professional service. Experience within manufacturing or supply chain commercial environment would be advantageous.

Want to work more closely with the people behind the procurement? You know Public Sector Procurement. But perhaps your next move is about having more opportunity to shape decisions, build relationships and see what happens after a contract is awarded. Based at Forth Valley College, you will work directly with the people who use the goods, services and facilities you help procure. You will get to understand their challenges, contribute your expertise and see how your work supports the college. Escape Recruitment is working with APUC to recruit a Procurement Manager for this opportunity. Work with stakeholders to shape the approach You will build relationships with colleagues across the college, from senior leaders to the teams delivering its services. Together, you'll develop procurement plans and category strategies that reflect what the institution needs. That gives you scope to ask questions, explore options and influence decisions, with a clear understanding of who will benefit and why. Enjoy variety across the institution Your portfolio will span different departments, projects and procurement categories. That could mean working with IT on technology requirements, supporting professional services procurement or helping estates colleagues deliver a refurbishment. See your decisions put into practice Working within the college brings you closer to the results. You will see how procurement supports teaching spaces, facilities and services, and help colleagues put the institution's sustainability and environmental commitments into practice. Iti is an opportunity to connect your Public Sector Procurement expertise with the everyday work of an organisation supporting learners and its local community. Develop others, with support around you You will lead a small team of one or two colleagues, helping them build their skills and confidence. Previous people management experience isn't essential, so this could be your next step if you're ready to develop into a leadership role. You will also be part of our clients' wider procurement community, with colleagues across Scotland to share ideas, discuss challenges and support your professional development. What you will bring You must have Public Sector Procurement experience, including practical experience of end-to-end tendering, contract negotiation and contract management. Working arrangements You will work a nine-day hybrid fortnight. Interested in getting closer to the decisions and the difference your procurement makes? Apply with your CV or contact Shuna Boyle at Escape Recruitment for a confidential conversation.

Want to work more closely with the people behind the procurement? You know Public Sector Procurement. But perhaps your next move is about having more opportunity to shape decisions, build relationships and see what happens after a contract is awarded. Based at Perth College UHI , you will work directly with the people who use the goods, services and facilities you help procure. You will get to understand their challenges, contribute your expertise and see how your work supports the college. Work with stakeholders to shape the approach You will build relationships with colleagues across the college, from senior leaders to the teams delivering its services. Working together, you will develop procurement plans and category strategies that reflect the college's needs. You will have the opportunity to ask questions, explore options and influence decisions, with a clear understanding of who will benefit and why. Enjoy variety across the institution Your portfolio will span different departments, projects and procurement categories. That could mean working with IT on technology requirements, supporting professional services procurement or helping estates colleagues deliver a refurbishment. See your decisions put into practice Working within the college brings you closer to the results. You will see how procurement supports teaching spaces, facilities and services, while helping colleagues put the institution's sustainability and environmental commitments into practice. It is an opportunity to connect your Public Sector Procurement expertise with the everyday work of an organisation supporting learners and its local community. Take ownership and develop others This is a standalone role where you will have the opportunity to take ownership of your work, influence decisions and make an impact. You will also support and develop one colleague, helping them build their skills and confidence. Previous people management experience isn't essential, making this a good opportunity if you are ready to take your first step into leadership. You will also be part of the wider procurement community, connecting with colleagues across Scotland to share ideas, discuss challenges and support your professional development. What you will bring You must have Public Sector Procurement experience , including practical experience of end-to-end tendering, contract negotiation and contract management. Working arrangements A nine-day hybrid fortnight. Interested in getting closer to the decisions and the difference your procurement makes? Apply with your CV or contact Shuna Boyle at Escape Recruitment for a confidential conversation.

Want to work more closely with the people behind the procurement? You know Public Sector Procurement. But perhaps your next move is about having more opportunity to shape decisions, build relationships and see what happens after a contract is awarded. Based at Dundee & Angus College, you will work directly with the people who use the goods, services and facilities you help procure. You will get to understand their challenges, contribute your expertise and see how your work supports the college. Work with stakeholders to shape the approach You will work with colleagues across the college, from senior leaders to the teams delivering its services. Together, you will develop procurement plans and category strategies that reflect the institution's needs. You will have the scope to ask questions, explore options and influence decisions, with a clear understanding of who will benefit and why. Enjoy variety across the institution Your portfolio will span different departments, projects and procurement categories. That could mean working with IT on technology requirements, supporting professional services procurement or helping estates colleagues deliver a refurbishment. See your decisions put into practice Working within the college brings you closer to the results. You will see how procurement supports teaching spaces, facilities and services, while helping colleagues put the institution's sustainability and environmental commitments into practice. It is an opportunity to connect your Public Sector Procurement expertise with the everyday work of an organisation supporting learners and its local community. Make the role your own, with support around you This is a standalone role where you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work and make an impact. You will also be part of the client's wider procurement community, connecting with colleagues across Scotland to share ideas, discuss challenges and support your professional development. What you will bring You must have Public Sector Procurement experience , including practical experience of end-to-end tendering, contract negotiation and contract management. Working arrangements You will work a nine-day hybrid fortnight. Interested in getting closer to the decisions and the difference your procurement makes? Apply with your CV or contact Shuna Boyle at Escape Recruitment for a confidential conversation.

Production Manager West Lothian Monday-Friday Day shift 37.5 hours per week Escape Recruitment is working with an established heavy engineering business to recruit a Production Manager. This is a substantial management role with ownership of a technical production department. You'll lead a skilled team, coordinate processing and inspection activities, and ensure work meets quality requirements and customer delivery schedules. The role Lead, develop and manage the team, including training, attendance and performance. Plan workloads, allocate resources and coordinate priorities with engineering, quality and logistics. Take responsibility for departmental budgets, labour costs, consumables and waste. Maintain strong health, safety and environmental standards. Monitor production performance, investigate issues and drive practical improvements. Work with maintenance colleagues to reduce downtime and improve equipment availability. Oversee product conformance and readiness for dispatch. What we're looking for You'll have proven management experience within heavy engineering, metal processing, machining, fabrication or a comparable technical manufacturing environment. You should bring direct accountability for departmental costs and production results, alongside the practical understanding to work confidently with skilled operators and technical specialists. Experience of Lean, root cause analysis and continuous improvement would be valuable. Hours and benefits Discretionary quarterly bonus linked to targets. Monday-Thursday Day shift, early finish Friday On-site 37.5 hours per week To apply, email Charlie at (url removed) with your full CV.

Production Planner Location: Hawick, Scottish Borders Salary: Between 30,000 - 35,000 DOE Working Pattern: Full-time, site-based Are you an experienced Production Planner looking for an opportunity to take ownership of production planning, improve operational efficiency and play a key role in a busy manufacturing environment? We are recruiting for a Production Planner to develop, manage and optimise production plans, ensuring customer demand is met while maximising manufacturing efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in production planning, scheduling and capacity management who enjoys working collaboratively and identifying opportunities to improve processes. The Role Working closely with manufacturing and wider supply chain teams, you will be responsible for: Developing and managing short and medium-term production plans. Scheduling and sequencing production orders to meet customer demand and forecasts. Balancing production capacity, labour availability, machine constraints and material requirements. Monitoring inventory levels to ensure materials are available when required. Working closely with Manufacturing, Procurement, Engineering, Quality and Customer Service. Monitoring planning performance, including schedule adherence and plan achievement. Identifying and implementing opportunities to improve planning efficiency and operational performance. Supporting wider planning processes, including S&OP and S&OE. Contributing to improvements in ERP systems, planning processes and data accuracy. About You To be successful in this position, you will ideally have: At least three years' experience in Production Planning within a manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of production scheduling and capacity planning. Experience managing complex production plans and competing priorities. A good understanding of wider supply chain principles, including inventory management. Experience using ERP/MRP systems, ideally SAP. Strong Microsoft Excel and analytical skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. A proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach. Experience with advanced planning systems or Plant Master would be advantageous. A relevant degree or equivalent industry experience will be considered. The Opportunity This is an opportunity to join an established operation where you can make a genuine contribution to production performance, planning accuracy and continuous improvement. If you have the production planning experience and analytical ability to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.

We have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Shift Manager to work with our growing food manufacturing client based in Fife. This position has come about due to growth within the facility & the main duties will be to manage the shift ensuring that all products are produced to the specifications and that target and deadlines are met. This is based on a dayshift/backshift. The Candidate: Previous experience in a management role within manufacturing is essential Experience of delivering on KPI's Assist in site strategy projects Background in lean manufacturing/continuous improvement initiatives The role: Lead and deliver on Continuous Improvement initiatives To deliver a competent production team through the identification of skills gaps and the delivery of training. To lead continuous improvement activities within the factory to improve processes and workplace organisation. To promote and monitor within the team the adherence to Quality standards This is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving business.

North-east Scotland Based in the Dundee/Aberdeen area Want varied procurement projects and the chance to work directly with the people behind them? Work alongside universities and colleges in the North East of Scotland, building relationships with their teams and helping shape procurement around what they want to achieve. Closer to the people and decisions You will work directly with senior and operational stakeholders, exploring their requirements and advising on the procurement approach. Medium to long-term assignments give you time to understand each institution, build trust and stay involved as plans become practical outcomes. Variety with a visible purpose Your work could span different procurement categories or focus on a specialist research project. Each assignment brings new people, priorities and opportunities to broaden your experience. You will see how your contribution supports education, research, facilities and services, while helping institutions put sustainability and environmental priorities into practice. Autonomy, backed by a wider team You will use your judgement and expertise, with our client's wider procurement community to draw on. You can share knowledge, collaborate with colleagues and access networking and professional development opportunities. Depending on the assignment, you may also have the opportunity to mentor less experienced staff. What you will bring Public Sector Procurement experience is essential, including practical tendering experience and experience of working with autonomy. Previous people management experience isn't essential. Working arrangements These permanent, full-time roles offer a nine-day fortnight or 4.5-day week. Other working patterns and hours will also be considered. Hybrid working varies by assignment, with attendance when projects and stakeholders need you. You will need to travel to institutions across the North - East region. Apply with your CV or contact Shuna Boyle at Escape Recruitment for a confidential conversation.

Graduate Project Coordinator Fife, Rosyth Circa 36,000 Development pathway towards Project Manager Looking to turn your degree into a career in project management? Escape Recruitment is recruiting a Graduate Project Coordinator for an established engineering business in Fife. You'll learn alongside experienced Project Managers, with an intended development pathway towards Project Manager over approximately two to three years, depending on your progress and business requirements. The role You'll take responsibility for the coordination that keeps projects moving, including: Preparing and checking project documentation. Tracking deadlines, deliverables and approvals. Following up outstanding actions with colleagues and external contacts. Coordinating dates and requirements across teams. Maintaining project records and supporting progress reporting. Taking on smaller projects and greater responsibility as you develop. What we're looking for Graduates from engineering, science, business, supply chain or other relevant disciplines are welcome. Previous project management employment isn't essential; examples from university projects, placements or part-time work are equally useful. You'll need: A clear interest in a project management career. Strong organisation and attention to detail. Confidence communicating, asking questions and following up actions. The willingness and ability to understand technical information. A proactive approach to solving problems and knowing when to seek guidance. Familiarity with Microsoft Office and an ability to learn new systems. You should be keen to progress while recognising that documentation, administration and reliable follow-up are essential parts of the starting role. What's on offer Starting salary 31k - 33k pa. Practical learning alongside experienced Project Managers. Support towards a relevant project management qualification. An intended two-to-three-year development pathway towards PM. Fully office-based during probation, with up to two remote days per week afterwards by agreement. Apply with your CV and a few lines explaining your interest in project management. PLEASE NOTE: This role involves working on major naval contracts and therefore restrictions mean that only UK or dual nation (UK) citizens can be considered. Candidates not meeting this requirement cannot be progressed

Procurement & Planning Lead Speyside Permanent Full-time Escape Recruitment is supporting a growing business in the appointment of a Procurement & Planning Lead. This is a varied position combining production planning, procurement and supplier management, offering the opportunity to take ownership of production schedules and coordinate activities across external manufacturing partners. Key Responsibilities Manage production planning and scheduling across external manufacturing facilities. Coordinate production capacity, materials and packaging requirements. Work with suppliers to source materials, negotiate pricing and manage lead times. Support new product development and ensure projects are ready for production. Monitor production performance, stock reconciliation and material usage. Manage supplier relationships and resolve operational challenges. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality and cost performance. What We're Looking For Previous experience in production planning, supply chain or manufacturing operations. Procurement and supplier negotiation experience. Understanding of manufacturing processes and material requirements. Experience managing external suppliers or manufacturing partners. Strong organisational and analytical skills. Good Excel and ERP systems experience. A proactive, commercially aware and solutions-focused approach. Experience in FMCG, food, drinks or packaging would be particularly beneficial. Why Consider This Opportunity? A fantastic opportunity to combine production planning and procurement within one position, with responsibility for managing external partners, supporting new product launches and contributing to wider operational improvements. Interested? Apply today or contact Escape Recruitment for a confidential conversation.

Graduate - Supply Chain Location: Hawick Salary: Up to 35,000 depending on experience Ready to kick-start your career in planning and supply chain? Are you a recent graduate with a degree in Business Management, Business Studies, Supply Chain Management or a related discipline? Are you organised, analytical and interested in how businesses plan, coordinate and deliver their operations? We're working with a highly ambitious and growing manufacturing business looking to recruit a Graduate Production Planner to join its team in Hawick. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone at the beginning of their career who wants to develop their skills, gain hands-on experience and build a long-term career within manufacturing and supply chain. The Opportunity You'll join an established operational team, learning how production activities are planned, coordinated and managed to ensure customer requirements are met. Initially, the focus will be on production planning, with the opportunity to develop into a broader supply chain position as your experience and understanding of the business grows. Full training and support will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to put their academic knowledge into practice. What we're looking for A degree in Business Management, Business Studies, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or a related subject. A genuine interest in manufacturing, planning and supply chain. Strong organisational and time-management skills. Good analytical and problem-solving abilities. Confident communication skills and the ability to work with different teams. A proactive approach with a willingness to learn and develop. Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel. Previous production planning or manufacturing experience is not essential. We're much more interested in your potential, attitude and enthusiasm to develop a career in this area. What's in it for you? Salary of up to 35,000 depending on experience. An excellent opportunity to launch your career in supply chain and manufacturing. Structured training and ongoing development. Exposure to production planning and wider operational activities. The opportunity to progress into a broader supply chain role. The chance to join a high-growth business where you can make a genuine contribution. Interested? If you've recently graduated and are looking for an opportunity to put your degree into practice while developing a career in planning and supply chain, we'd love to hear from you.

Based: Scottish Borders Hybrid Working Flexible Hours A great opportunity, in a great location, with a company that values its people. Looking for a role that offers a little more than the usual 9-5? How about working for an established, successful business in the beautiful Scottish Borders, with a supportive team, flexible working arrangements and a genuinely attractive benefits package? With excellent transport links, including a direct train service to Edinburgh and the Lothians, this location could be more accessible than you think. Add hybrid working, flexibility around working hours and an early finish every Friday, and there's plenty to like! We're looking for an organised and proactive Sales Coordinator to join a busy commercial team, providing day-to-day support to Sales Managers and helping ensure customer requirements, orders and programmes are coordinated efficiently. This isn't a traditional sales role. There are no sales targets or new business responsibilities. Instead, you'll play an important part behind the scenes, keeping information organised, coordinating customer requirements and making sure things progress smoothly from initial order through to delivery. What will you be doing? Working closely with Sales Managers and colleagues across the wider business, your responsibilities will include: Providing day-to-day administrative and coordination support to the sales team. Supporting customer orders and projects, ensuring information is accurate and up to date. Coordinating product samples, customer submissions and associated tracking. Assisting with product specifications, design sign off and customer documentation. Maintaining sales project, records and progress updates. Liaising with internal departments to gather information and follow up outstanding actions. Supporting customer approvals, amendments and ongoing sales project updates. Communicating directly with customers to provide updates and help ensure requirements are met. Identifying missing information or potential delays and ensuring these are followed up. What are we looking for? You'll ideally have experience in a sales administration, sales coordination, customer service or commercial support role. We're looking for someone who is: Highly organised, with good planning and prioritisation skills. Detail-focused and comfortable managing different tasks and deadlines. Confident communicating with customers and colleagues across different departments. Proactive, dependable and happy to take ownership of tasks. Comfortable using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. A good team player who takes pride in providing a reliable and professional service. Experience within manufacturing or supply chain commercial environment would be advantageous.

12 Month Maternity Cover We are working exclusively with a well-established international engineering and manufacturing business to recruit an experienced Payroll Coordinator on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This role is based fully on site in Livingston. About the role Reporting to the HR Manager, your responsibilities will include: Processing payroll accurately and within agreed deadlines Maintaining accurate payroll and employee records Processing starters, leavers, salary changes and other payroll adjustments Carrying out payroll reconciliations and resolving discrepancies Managing PAYE, National Insurance and other statutory requirements Supporting year-end processes, including P11D administration Processing wage arrestments and pension administration Maintaining holiday and absence records Preparing payroll and worked-hours reports for Finance Responding to employee payroll queries About you Experience processing payroll, ideally end-to-end Good knowledge of PAYE, National Insurance and statutory requirements Strong numerical ability and excellent attention to detail Good organisational and communication skills A methodical approach and the ability to meet deadlines The ability to handle confidential information appropriately Good IT and payroll systems experience

Temporary 3 Month Contract Based: Edinburgh City Centre (hybrid 3 days onsite) Escape Recruitment Services Commercial Division are currently recruiting for our client, a large corporate organisation based in Edinburgh. We are looking to hire an Administrator to support on a temporary basis for 3 months to cover a particularly busy period. Responsibilities Include Support the Sales and Customer Service team to process sales orders Liaise with internal departments to ensure capacity to fulfil order i.e. Production, Finance, Warehouse Deal with logistics partner to raise appropriate dispatch paperwork Update relevant department with any issues or delays during full lifecycle of order Create customer order reports and forecasts Person Required Strong numerical, attention to detail and accuracy skills Recent gradates will also be considered for this position, ideally within a relevant subject such as Business, Accounting etc Confident IT skills which should include MS Word, Excel and ideally database systems Good communication skills, able to liaise with various internal and external partners Available to commence at short notice and commit to the full contract duration