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Role: IT Category Manager Location: Farnborough ( 3 days onsite, 2 days remote) Duration: 6 months Rate: £660/day Umbrella Inside IR35 IT & Tech The IT category has a spend of circa £100m across key categories including Software, Hardware, Networks and IT Services click apply for full job details

National Account Manager - Food Manufacturing 60,000 - 70,000 + Bonus + Medical + Company Pension Days Holiday Wrexham Are you looking for an opportunity to take ownership of relationships with major grocery customers and play a direct role in driving growth at one of the UK's leading food manufacturers? This leading Food Manufacturer specialises in ready meal solutions for big supermarkets & foodservice providers, having over 100 years of history and a strong footprint both globally and in the UK. They operate several modern production facilities and have benefited from significant investment recently. In this role you will be responsible for managing and developing key retail customer relationships, acting as the primary commercial contact while ensuring business alignment with customer requirements. Working closely with teams across Operations, NPD, Supply Chain and Technical, you'll create profitable growth, strengthen customer partnerships and deliver against commercial targets The ideal candidate will have demonstrable Account Management experience within the Food Manufacturing sector and a proven ability to build strong customer relationships. They will be commercially astute, highly organised and comfortable leading negotiations, managing business plans and delivering growth within retail accounts. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to join a well-invested manufacturer where they can take ownership of a strategically important account and have a genuine influence on commercial performance, customer growth and long-term business success. Day-to-day of the role: Managing a key retail customer relationship and acting as the primary point of contact for the account Building and delivering customer business plans to achieve volume, revenue and profitability targets Working cross-functionally to ensure customer requirements are understood and successfully delivered across the business Leading commercial discussions, pricing activities and negotiations with customers Supporting tenders, commercial submissions and new product opportunities Monitoring account performance, identifying opportunities and driving continuous improvement initiatives Producing forecasts, analysing commercial performance and reporting on key account activity The ideal person will have: Experience in a National Account Manager, Account Manager or similar customer-facing commercial role within Food Manufacturing A proven track record of managing relationships with UK grocery retailers Experience delivering customer business plans and driving commercial growth Strong negotiation skills and experience managing pricing conversations Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management abilities Strong analytical skills & the ability convert data into commercial insights If you are interested in this position, click apply or contact Stuart Goble at Reed. NAM, Account Manager, National Account Manager, Key Account Manager, Business Development, BDM, Sales, Food Manufacturing, FMCG, Food, Drink, Drinks, Beverages, Retail, Retailers, B2B, Off Trade, Off-Trade, Category, Dairy, Bakery, Meals, Ambient, Snacks, Fresh, Chilled, Frozen, Meats, Chester, Cheshire, Deeside, Ellesmere, Wirral, Wrexham, North Wales, Flint

Senior Category Managers Clinical, Corporate & Capital Procurement Four permanent opportunities available Salary: £66,300 plus an annual bonus of up to 12% Location: Denmark Hill, London hybrid working with three days per week on site and occasional travel to other KFM locations Hours: 37.5 hours per week Closing date: 5 September 2026 Are you an experienced Senior Category Manager looking for a procurement role with greater purpose, responsibility and scope? King s Facilities Management (KFM) is recruiting four Senior Category Managers to join its growing procurement function: Two Senior Category Managers Clinical Procurement Two Senior Category Managers Corporate & Capital Procurement KFM is owned by King s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and provides specialist procurement, supply-chain, equipment and healthcare support services. Its profits and cost savings are reinvested into the NHS, meaning the value delivered by its procurement teams supports the delivery of patient care. The opportunity As a Senior Category Manager, you will lead a procurement category or portfolio with an annual expenditure of approximately £20 million to £30 million. You will develop and implement category strategies, lead complex strategic sourcing and tendering programmes, negotiate high-value contracts and improve supplier performance. Working with senior stakeholders, procurement partners and suppliers, you will identify opportunities to deliver savings, innovation, sustainable solutions and improved value. You will also provide leadership and support to procurement colleagues, helping to build capability and create a collaborative, high-performing team. Clinical Procurement Within Clinical Procurement, you will work closely with clinicians, operational teams and other healthcare stakeholders to understand how products and equipment are used. You will translate clinical requirements into effective procurement, contract and supply-chain solutions, supporting product standardisation, value for money and continuity of supply. You may also support clinical trials and product evaluations, helping colleagues assess new products, services and medical equipment. Corporate & Capital Procurement Within Corporate & Capital Procurement, you will lead procurement activity across a varied portfolio of goods and services. You will develop commercially effective category strategies, manage end-to-end procurement processes and deliver complex tenders and contract negotiations. You will work with stakeholders across KFM and King s College Hospital, improving supplier relationships while supporting efficiency, sustainability, social value and procurement compliance. What you will be doing Your responsibilities will include: Developing and delivering category management strategies. Leading complex, high-value procurement and strategic sourcing projects. Managing competitive tenders from initial scoping through to contract award. Negotiating contracts and providing commercial and contractual advice. Delivering measurable procurement savings and added value. Conducting market analysis and identifying new supplier opportunities. Managing contracts, supplier relationships, service levels and performance. Working with senior stakeholders to develop clear specifications and sourcing plans. Supporting procurement compliance, governance and risk management. Coaching, guiding and developing procurement colleagues. What we are looking for You will be an accomplished procurement professional with substantial experience in category management, contract management, strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management. You should be able to demonstrate: A strong record of delivering complex, high-value procurement projects. Experience of competitive tendering and contract negotiation. Evidence of delivering significant savings and commercial improvements. The ability to develop and implement procurement category strategies. Strong commercial judgement and financial awareness. Experience of influencing senior stakeholders and building collaborative relationships. The confidence to manage suppliers and handle challenging negotiations. Strong project management, analytical and communication skills. MCIPS, or an equivalent level of professional procurement experience. Experience within NHS procurement, healthcare procurement or wider public-sector procurement would be valuable. However, KFM also welcomes candidates from other complex, regulated organisations who can demonstrate relevant category management and commercial procurement expertise. Why join KFM? You will join a supportive and collaborative procurement team where you can take ownership of significant categories, develop your professional expertise and see the wider value created by your work. Alongside a salary of £66,300, the roles offer an annual bonus opportunity of up to 12%, professional development and CPD support, access to employee discounts and a range of salary-sacrifice benefits. Find out more and apply This recruitment campaign is being managed by Insight Executive on behalf of King s Facilities Management (KFM). To read the full job descriptions, explore the differences between the Clinical and Corporate & Capital Procurement opportunities and apply, please click the Apply button within this advertisement. You will be taken to the dedicated campaign website, where you can learn more about KFM and submit your application.

Category Manager Machine Tools / Workholding Remote £55,000 + Bonus + Company Car A leading engineering business is looking for a Category Manager to take ownership of its Machine Optimisation product category, covering Workholding, Toolholding, Metrology, Measuring and Inspection equipment. This is a remote-based Category Manager position offering a salary of £55,000, an achievable performance-r click apply for full job details

Site Total Facilities Manager - Fixed Term Contract Location: HMP Albany, 55 Parkhurst Rd, Newport. PO30 5RS Salary: 59,584.68 per annum - FTC Contract: Permanent - 39hrs per week - Mon-Fri We are seeking a dedicated Site Total Facilities Manager to join our team at HMP Albany, a category B, adult male prison. Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues - we work Monday to Friday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment. HMP Albany runs like a self-contained city, it takes hundreds of people to keep it functioning, and as the Facilities Maintenance Team we are committed and driving the smooth and safe operation, like a heart that pumps blood through the body, everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, and visitor, and wider to the families and community. As a Site Manager you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues who vary from Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, to Cleaners, and Administrators, and others, who are all dedicated to making a positive difference, providing a safe and secure environment for all. If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change and be part of a team that truly makes a difference. We are a Ministry of Justice business and provide critical and time-bound services to HMPPS, and are looking for a Site Manager with a combination of: - Experience of facilities management - Experience of managing budgets - Experience of managing staff teams of 15+ - Experience of operating in a Prison or Military environment - Desirable - Completed a recognised apprenticeship in a facilities / building services trade, or have two years of recognised experience - IOSH Qualification - Desirable - Good Health & Safety knowledge - Excellent organisational, time management and people skills If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you! Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL. Welcome to careers at Gov Facilities Services Limited (GFSL). Joining us is your chance to help ensure prisons are secure and safe for prisoners and prison staff alike, and to play your part in helping prisoners reintegrate into society. Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non-contractual benefits are provided. These range from Death in Service at 4x salary, to access to private GP consultations and an Employee Assistance Programme that offers counselling and information services for preventative care and to help employees in a crisis. There are also a range of financial reward mechanisms and access to retailer discounts. You will find a strong focus on safety, a supportive, inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build your skills and progress. Explore facilities careers where you can make difference. Pride In People. We're passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace and culture where all of our employees have a voice that is heard, feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to be their true selves. We recognise the value that every single employee brings to the organisation. Everyone's needs at work are different and we are committed to doing our best to satisfy these differences whilst ensuring consistency and fairness for all. We promise to champion diversity and inclusion with ongoing learning and training, as well as career progression opportunities for everyone. Future Plans. GFSL has been notified by it's shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM Services will in future be delivered by the private sector. This means that following a successful procurement process, GFSL's services will complete transfer to a private sector provider/providers no sooner than August 2027. Pride in People - Do the Right thing - One Team An ISO 9001 Certified Company

Supply Chain Administrator Salary - 25,846.76 Permanent We're looking for a Supply Chain Administrator to join our team based in Liverpool. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive administrator to support the effective management of supplier accounts, purchase orders, invoice processing and supply chain activities. You'll work closely with Category Managers, suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams, helping to ensure the smooth delivery of operational services while maintaining high standards of customer service, compliance and financial control. What you'll be doing: Supporting Category Managers and Buyers with raising, reconciling and receiving weekly consolidated purchase orders. Monitoring and managing unmatched invoice reports to support supplier and subcontractor purchase order compliance. Assisting the Accounts Payable team to ensure invoices and credits are processed accurately and within agreed timescales. Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders to resolve invoice and payment queries. Processing purchase orders and goods receipting in line with financial regulations and business procedures. Managing the business mailbox and responding to enquiries efficiently and professionally. Supporting supplier account reconciliations and challenging discrepancies where necessary. Maintaining supplier records, compliance documentation and business quality records. Undertaking data entry, database maintenance, filing and archiving activities to ensure accurate record keeping. Preparing documents, spreadsheets and presentations to support business operations. Assisting with audits, quality checks and continuous improvement initiatives. Attending meetings and providing updates on progress and key activities when required. What we're looking for: GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent qualification). Previous experience delivering administrative support within a commercial, contractor or similar business environment. Experience working with invoices, purchase orders, supplier accounts or financial administration processes. Strong IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office applications. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines. Strong attention to detail and accuracy when managing records and financial information. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build positive working relationships. A proactive and flexible approach with the ability to adapt to changing business needs. Ability to take ownership of workload and work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Full UK or EU driving licence. NVQ in Business Administration or equivalent qualification. Experience using housing or contractor software packages. Knowledge of quality management and corrective action processes. Evidence of continuing professional development. INDC

Buyer Salary - 41,529 Permanent We're looking for a Buyer to join our Supply Chain team, supporting the delivery of procurement and sourcing activities across a diverse range of goods, works and services. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to play a key role in delivering value for money, driving commercial improvements and supporting strategic procurement initiatives across the business. You'll work closely with internal stakeholders, suppliers and contractors to ensure procurement activities are compliant, efficient and aligned to organisational objectives. This role covers the North West region, with working across Liverpool, St Helens and Warrington. Travel between locations and supplier sites will be required as part of the role. What you'll be doing: Supporting the Head of Supply Chain and Category Managers with procurement activities across a variety of spend categories. Leading and supporting procurement exercises including market testing, Requests for Information (RFI), Requests for Quotation (RFQ), Invitations to Tender (ITT) and mini-competitions. Providing procurement guidance, advice and support to internal stakeholders across the business. Working collaboratively with operational teams to develop specifications, evaluate supplier responses and support contract award processes. Managing supplier relationships and supporting contract performance reviews to ensure effective service delivery and continuous improvement. Identifying opportunities to achieve commercial savings, improve efficiency and deliver value for money. Maintaining procurement workplans, project trackers and savings reports, ensuring accurate and timely reporting. Supporting the implementation of procurement initiatives across areas including construction materials, repairs and maintenance materials, warehouse services and waste management. Assisting with procurement benchmarking, market analysis and value engineering opportunities. Driving process improvements and supporting the implementation of innovative procurement solutions and systems. Supporting supplier onboarding processes and ensuring robust procurement compliance and governance. Acting as an ambassador for the procurement function, building strong relationships across the business and external supply chain partners. What we're looking for: Significant experience within a procurement, purchasing or supply chain environment. Previous experience in construction or housebuilding compliance, ideally within a maintenance function, with a strong understanding of industry standards and regulatory requirements. Strong knowledge of the full procurement lifecycle and a range of sourcing methodologies. Experience managing tendering activities and supporting contract negotiations. Experience managing supplier relationships and contract performance. Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify opportunities for savings, efficiencies and service improvements. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret and evaluate data to support decision making. Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and procurement systems. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build positive working relationships at all levels. Ability to manage multiple priorities, work to deadlines and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. A proactive, customer-focused approach with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation. Degree-level qualification. CIPS membership or working towards a professional procurement qualification. Experience of procurement projects across multiple spend categories and locations. Knowledge of contract management, governance and financial compliance processes. INDC

National Account Manager £55,000-£70,000 per annum London based Talent Guardian is partnering with a well-established and fast-growing fresh and frozen foodservice supplier to find an ambitious National Account Manager to own and grow their biggest, highest-volume accounts. This is an entrepreneurial, autonomous role for a commercially sharp operator not a corporate box-ticking job. If you're motivated by winning big accounts and being rewarded directly for the profit you generate, this one's worth a look. The role You'll own and grow multi-site and national business across foodservice, with a clear mandate to land bigger, higher-volume accounts think contract caterers, airlines, meal manufacturers, football clubs, cruise lines, hotels, pubs and QSR. The focus is high-end, high-value business, not commodity. Win and grow large-volume national accounts from first meeting to full distribution Build head-office relationships across buyers, food development, NPD, technical and supply chain Lead tenders, central negotiations, listings, trials and multi-site rollouts Spot and shape NPD opportunities with development chefs Own your pipeline and lead generation using CRM and market data tools Stay commercially rigorous on margin, terms and forecasting What we're looking for 6+ years in national or key account management within foodservice supply Experience selling to QSR, pub, casual dining or large-volume foodservice groups (essential) A proven record of winning and rolling out multi-site/national listings Some NPD exposure and the commercial acumen to spot new opportunities A genuinely commercial, entrepreneurial mindset Protein category knowledge is desirable, but we're open to strong candidates from other categories What's on offer Basic salary of £55,000 £70,000 depending on experience Commission of approx. 10% of profit generated a genuine high-earning opportunity for a strong performer building a £1.2m £1.5m territory Company car or car allowance following probation Field-based, with a few office catch-up days (office within 1 hour) An autonomous, non-corporate culture where you can make the role your own

Junior Technical Manager Ready to take the next step in your technical career? Are you working in Technical, QA or Compliance within fresh produce or food manufacturing and looking for your next challenge? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly and supportive business where you'll take ownership of your own product category, working with suppliers and customers to make sure products meet the highest standards of quality, safety and legality. If you're organised, enjoy building relationships and want to develop your technical career, we'd love to hear from you. What you'll be doing No two days are the same! You'll be involved in a variety of technical activities, including: Looking after the technical requirements for your product category. Working closely with suppliers to make sure products meet customer standards. Helping resolve quality issues and supporting improvements. Updating product specifications and technical systems. Monitoring customer complaints and helping identify ways to reduce them. Supporting product trials, benchmarking and customer sample requests. Completing technical reports and customer documentation. Making sure supplier paperwork and due diligence is up to date. Working alongside the commercial, packaging and technical teams on new products and packaging changes. Helping drive continuous improvement across the supply chain. What we're looking for You don't need to tick every box, but we're looking for someone who has: Experience in a Technical, QA, Quality or Compliance role within food manufacturing or fresh produce. A good understanding of food safety and quality standards. Great organisational skills and attention to detail. Confidence communicating with suppliers and colleagues. The ability to manage several tasks at once. A positive attitude and a willingness to learn and develop. Why apply? This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to move into a Junior Technical Manager role with plenty of support and development. You'll gain exposure to customer-facing technical work, supplier management and product development, giving you the chance to build your experience and progress your career within a successful fresh produce business. If you're ready for the next step, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Luan Harrison at MorePeople for a confidential chat.

Job Title: Sourcing Manager Location : Reading (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 6 Months Daily Rate: £550/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Essential Educated to a Business or Economics degree standard or equivalent business experience Deep level of Sourcing experience, with a demonstrable track record of savings delivery Demonstrable level of negotiation and dispute resolution skill set Demonstrable experience of contract law and financial management Demonstrable experience of driving value from complex sourcing opportunities Experienced with agile cross-functional collaborative working methods Politically savvy, with the proven ability to use direct and indirect influencing strategies at an executive level Demonstrable level of problem-solving experience of complex sourcing specific challenges Completer finisher mindset Desirable Line management experience Detailed knowledge of the UK Rail Industry, including procurement processes in a reclassified environment Manage the sourcing activities for multi-million-pound, medium cost and business risk opportunities, to include idea generation and innovation across complex spend categories and work collaboratively with relevant customers and stakeholders to create and deliver significant commercial and contractual value Develop and manage the sourcing process from business requirement to contract signature, on behalf of key customers and stakeholders, for multi-million-pound medium cost and business risk opportunities, where expert levels of indirect and direct influencing techniques and political savviness are required, utilising, where relevant, commercial purpose-built models, to create and deliver significant commercial and contractual value, in support of the C&P Director s annual savings target Implement approved Integrated Category Strategies (ICS) through the development and delivery of the qualified Sourcing pipeline, in collaboration with the relevant Category Manager and relevant customers and stakeholders, to release the full defined savings and benefits value committed to within the ICS, with the ambition to deliver beyond the maximum value approved, in support of the C&P Director s cost savings target Apply the Sourcing Framework for sourcing led opportunities outside of ICS creation and where total annual spend ranges between £100m to £300m and within an OJEU environment, to manage all risk, governance, legislative and regulatory requirements, validated by the Procurement Risk and Assurance team Expert negotiator of sourcing enabled savings and benefit opportunities, in collaboration with all relevant customers and stakeholders, approved by Finance and applied to budgets, in support of the C&P Director s savings target, with the commercial capability, tenacity and ambition to deliver value beyond the ICS commitment Develop and implement of sourcing specific ideas and innovation-based business cases, working in collaboration with relevant customers and stakeholders, to address existing business problems that require external sourcing specific market expertise to solve Facilitate the transition of Sourcing led execution to Strategic Supplier Management, to manage a seamless customer experience from business requirement through to post contract signature and position the Supplier Management team to optimise their delivery of full contractual and relationship value Demand manage and challenge customer and stakeholder common sourcing requirements to maximise overall Group-wide commercial value, adopting politically savvy engagement, direct and indirect influencing and selling strategies across multiple Routes and Regions, in a complex, devolved organisation Develop and manage sourcing aligned continuous improvement activities, demand pipeline assessments and annual customer satisfaction surveys, to deliver an enhanced customer experience, aligned to the Vision and best in class Procurement ambition Develop the external market sourcing practices, to include commercial models and total cost of ownership assessments, within the Sourcing team, to enable the implementation of good practice and move towards a recognised best in class capability, in support of the employer of choice ambition To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources on (phone number removed)

Business Development Manager - Nationwide Location: Covering whole of UK - Ideal candidates will be from either the Midlands or Greater London area Salary: To be confirmed Job Description I am working with one of the world's leading and most well -manufacturing brands who have an outstanding track record and reputation for innovation and quality This commitment to quality, innovation and their people make them an excellent company to work with and their reputation as an employer is every bit as strong as their reputation as a manufacturing company. They are now looking for a Business Development Manager to join their Home Improvement & Distribution Division and sell into some of the largest and most well-known distributors throughout the UK and Europe. As a Business Development Manager you will Identify new opportunities, customers and market trends within the consumer sector and channels/ Drive new business across the UK within the home improvement sector. Create consistent growth by developing detailed business cases and commercial strategies. Lead cross-functional teams across marketing, supply chain and sales. Forge new partnerships, alliances and licensing opportunities to create long term success. Conduct detailed market analysis and assessments to guide strategic decisions Support the pilot launches and testing of new products. Deliver business plans to senior leadership Drive innovation, brand and quality principles . Skills & Expertise Demonstrable success in business development, strategic sales or commercial growth roles Retail, FMCG or Consumer Products experience Excellent track record of winning new business and opening new accounts Commercially minded with strong analytical and financial modelling skills Excellent presentation, communication and negotiation skills Comfortable leading cross-functional projects and influencing multiple stakeholders Strong understanding of category management principles Self-motivated with a proactive, results-driven approach Degree qualified in Business, Marketing or a related discipline (preferred) ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title: Sourcing Manager Location : Milton Keynes (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 6 Months Daily Rate: £550/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Essential Educated to a Business or Economics degree standard or equivalent business experience Deep level of Sourcing experience, with a demonstrable track record of savings delivery Demonstrable level of negotiation and dispute resolution skill set Demonstrable experience of contract law and financial management Demonstrable experience of driving value from complex sourcing opportunities Experienced with agile cross-functional collaborative working methods Politically savvy, with the proven ability to use direct and indirect influencing strategies at an executive level Demonstrable level of problem-solving experience of complex sourcing specific challenges Completer finisher mindset Desirable Line management experience Detailed knowledge of the UK Rail Industry, including procurement processes in a reclassified environment Manage the sourcing activities for multi-million-pound, medium cost and business risk opportunities, to include idea generation and innovation across complex spend categories and work collaboratively with relevant customers and stakeholders to create and deliver significant commercial and contractual value Develop and manage the sourcing process from business requirement to contract signature, on behalf of key customers and stakeholders, for multi-million-pound medium cost and business risk opportunities, where expert levels of indirect and direct influencing techniques and political savviness are required, utilising, where relevant, commercial purpose-built models, to create and deliver significant commercial and contractual value, in support of the C&P Director s annual savings target Implement approved Integrated Category Strategies (ICS) through the development and delivery of the qualified Sourcing pipeline, in collaboration with the relevant Category Manager and relevant customers and stakeholders, to release the full defined savings and benefits value committed to within the ICS, with the ambition to deliver beyond the maximum value approved, in support of the C&P Director s cost savings target Apply the Sourcing Framework for sourcing led opportunities outside of ICS creation and where total annual spend ranges between £100m to £300m and within an OJEU environment, to manage all risk, governance, legislative and regulatory requirements, validated by the Procurement Risk and Assurance team Expert negotiator of sourcing enabled savings and benefit opportunities, in collaboration with all relevant customers and stakeholders, approved by Finance and applied to budgets, in support of the C&P Director s savings target, with the commercial capability, tenacity and ambition to deliver value beyond the ICS commitment Develop and implement of sourcing specific ideas and innovation-based business cases, working in collaboration with relevant customers and stakeholders, to address existing business problems that require external sourcing specific market expertise to solve Facilitate the transition of Sourcing led execution to Strategic Supplier Management, to manage a seamless customer experience from business requirement through to post contract signature and position the Supplier Management team to optimise their delivery of full contractual and relationship value Demand manage and challenge customer and stakeholder common sourcing requirements to maximise overall Group-wide commercial value, adopting politically savvy engagement, direct and indirect influencing and selling strategies across multiple Routes and Regions, in a complex, devolved organisation Develop and manage sourcing aligned continuous improvement activities, demand pipeline assessments and annual customer satisfaction surveys, to deliver an enhanced customer experience, aligned to the Vision and best in class Procurement ambition Develop the external market sourcing practices, to include commercial models and total cost of ownership assessments, within the Sourcing team, to enable the implementation of good practice and move towards a recognised best in class capability, in support of the employer of choice ambition To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources on (phone number removed)

The opportunity: Procurement Assistant (internally Sourcing Support) Want to join one of the world s most ethical company? Are you looking to start a career in procurement? As a Sourcing Support you will be responsible for working with the Procurement Team to support the finalisation of contract documents and will provide assistance throughout the contract process across multiple categories. In this role, you will also liaise with suppliers, develop internal and external relationships, identify inefficiencies and implement improvements. So, who are we? We offer solutions to manage spend effectively and improve performance, working with both public and private healthcare and non-healthcare providers to optimise the use of products and services to identify cost saving opportunities and best value. As part of the HCA Healthcare Group, in March 2024, we were named in Ethisphere s World s Most Ethical Companies for the 14th time. Why us? Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life. You will receive comprehensive onboarding program at the beginning of your journey to give you the understanding of where we have come from and where we are heading. As you progress, you'll be given stimulating, hands-on experiences to further develop your skills. HealthTrust Europe offers many opportunities for professional development, such as training programs and continuing education. This allows employees to build new skills and advance their careers within the company. DUTIES (included, but not limited to): Category Knowledge Understands or demonstrates an aptitude to learn the product categories assigned and how end-users interface with the products/services including but not limited to: Product features and benefits Product comparisons between supplier offerings and impact on healthcare providers in deriving value through conversion opportunities Supplier Knowledge With guidance from manager, uses knowledge about supplier to execute strategies, create leverage, and mitigate risks. Strategy Development, Validation and Risk Mitigation For assigned categories, develops the strategy with the support of their manager, seeking guidance for risk issues and agreeing on risk mitigation strategies. Sourcing Process Presents category strategies and final awards to internal stakeholders for review and discussion, prior to being validated by members Undertakes a pre- assessment of award scenarios and utilises outputs to inform sourcing strategies for assigned categories Utilises knowledge of procurement processes to determine appropriate procurement approaches required to deliver required value for all stakeholders Demonstrates an aptitude to learn the product categories assigned and how-end users interface with the products/services Supplier and Customer Relationship Management Supplier: Oversees the supplier relationship during the sourcing process. Participates in supplier business reviews and reviews new products/technologies/services as they arise in assigned categories Customer: Builds and nurtures effective customer relationships through frequent interactions and engagement activities. Knowledge, skills and abilities • Customer facing experience • Confident with Customers/Suppliers • Proactive • Administration experience • Experience of coordinating a process • Possesses good organisational and task-oriented capabilities • Excellent oral, written skills and presentation skills • Possesses developed interpersonal skills to work in a high profile and fast paced team environment What we offer: Salary Range: Competitive Salary At HealthTrust Europe we offer core benefits such as: Pension Critical illness cover 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays Hybrid working (up to 2/3 days working from home) HTE Me Time - block up to two hours per month in your dairy as HTE Me Time. You can undertake activities that support your wellbeing. Volunteering Leave Employees can access the following voluntary benefits and more, which are available at set times during the year: Dental Insurance Technology at home Private GP consultations Private healthcare Holiday buy/sell Travel season ticket loan If you think this role is for you, please apply now! You maybe also be interested in: Buying Assistant, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Junior Buyer, Procurement REF-(Apply online only)

Social Insights & Creator Partnerships Manager Location: Leeds (Thorpe Park) Salary: 35,000 - 40,000 + Benefits Looking for a marketing role that's genuinely different? Our client is home to one of the world's fastest-growing consumer brands, with social media at the heart of its global success. They're looking for a commercially-minded Social Insights & Creator Partnerships Manager to help shape future campaigns through data, insight and strategic partnerships. This isn't a content creation role. Instead, you'll analyse social performance, evaluate creator partnerships, identify emerging trends and help influence product launches through data-driven recommendations. What you'll be doing Analyse performance across TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and emerging platforms. Turn social data into actionable commercial insights. Evaluate creator, influencer and affiliate partnerships across the UK, Europe and North America. Monitor competitor activity and identify new opportunities. Support product launches with social insight and reporting. Build dashboards and performance reports using leading analytics platforms. Collaborate with Brand, Product Development, Sales and Marketing teams to shape future social strategy. What we're looking for We're interested in candidates from backgrounds such as: FMCG or consumer brands Social or digital marketing agencies Social analytics Category, insights or consumer research Experience with platforms such as Sprout Social, Rival IQ, TikTok Analytics, Meta Business Suite, Looker Studio/Power BI or Google Analytics would be highly advantageous. Most importantly, you'll enjoy interpreting data, spotting trends and influencing business decisions. What's on offer 35,000- 40,000 salary 25 days' holiday + Bank Holidays 5% employer pension contribution Modern Leeds offices Join a growing marketing team supporting one of the world's most recognisable consumer brands Opportunity to influence global marketing strategy Please note: This is a fully office-based role in Leeds.

Join a growing Digital team and shape the online customer experience Work with Salesforce Commerce Cloud, SEO, HTML & CSS in a collaborative environm Hybrid working, excellent benefits and genuine opportunity for a permanent role Web Merchandiser U xbridge, West London (Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days home) £36,000 per annum + 5% Performance Bonus 6-12 Month Fixed-Term Contract (Potential to Become Permanent) Are you passionate about e-commerce and delivering an exceptional online customer experience? Do you have experience managing product content within an e-commerce platform and enjoy working with digital teams to optimise websites? Our client is looking for a Web Merchandiser to join their Digital team on an initial 6-12 month fixed-term contract , with the possibility of the role becoming permanent. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in managing online merchandising, supporting promotional campaigns, and enhancing the customer journey across a busy e-commerce website. About You We're looking for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced digital environment and has a passion for e-commerce. You'll ideally have: At least 1 year's experience in an e-commerce, digital merchandising or website content role. Experience using Salesforce Commerce Cloud (Business Manager) or a similar e-commerce platform. A basic understanding of HTML, CSS and SEO . Experience using Google Analytics or similar analytics tools. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams. A proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. The Role You'll be responsible for ensuring the website is engaging, accurate and commercially optimised by: Managing the online product catalogue, ensuring product descriptions, imagery and metadata are accurate and up to date. Merchandising category pages to improve customer experience, navigation and conversion. Creating and scheduling promotional banners, landing pages and seasonal campaigns. Supporting new product launches and website content updates. Monitoring product performance and making merchandising recommendations based on customer behaviour and analytics. Performing quality assurance checks to ensure content displays correctly across desktop and mobile devices. Making basic HTML and CSS edits to improve page presentation and resolve minor content issues. Applying SEO best practices, including metadata, keywords and page optimisation. Using analytics tools to monitor website performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Keeping up to date with e-commerce trends and competitor activity to help drive continuous improvement. What's on Offer Salary: £36,000 per annum 5% Annual Performance Bonus based on agreed company objectives 6-12 month fixed-term contract with the opportunity to become permanent 25 days' annual leave (pro rata) Hybrid working - 3 days in the office and 2 from home 4% employer pension contribution (matched by 4% employee contribution) Life Assurance - 3 x annual salary Private Medical Insurance (available as a benefit in kind for individual cover) Modern offices with onsite parking and excellent public transport links Additional Information Start Date: ASAP Probation: 6 months Applicants must have British citizenship or settled status (no sponsorship available). Candidates should live within a reasonable commuting distance of Uxbridge . If you're looking for an opportunity where you can make a real impact on an established e-commerce website while developing your digital merchandising career, we'd love to hear from you.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join a leading design and manufacturer of electronic equipment and instruments as a Buyer. Based in Huntingdon this is a fully onsite position. This key position sits within an established purchasing team and is to support the sourcing and supply of electronic components as per production requirements. The successful candidate must have experience purchasing electronic components with the supply chain globally based. Key responsibilities of the Buyer Source components based on forecast and average usage data Issue RFQs and collate responses Order through franchised distribution to lead time Order from alternative sources to fill any gaps Obtain acknowledgements and file appropriately Report regularly on progress Engage with New Projects and attend NPI meetings where required Deputise for the Purchasing Manager where required Support Quality Manager in resolving supplier quality issues Skills and experience required of the Buyer Experience of a dynamic electronics manufacturing environment Experience of buying electronic components Experience of using MRP/ERP systems Excellent communication skills Commercially astute Strong negotiation skills This position would suit someone with experience in procurement, purchasing or supply chain as a Junior Buyer, Buyer, Senior Buyer, purchasing specialist, category manager or commodity manager.

The Contracts Manager is responsible for supporting contract management & administration, stakeholder management, supplier engagement and category development activities to maximise value and outcomes for Thames Water, balancing commercial risk and value opportunities. What you'll be doing as a Contracts Manager Contract Management & Administration and Category Development The ability to support the Category process for the allocated categories of spend. Administer the operation of allocated agreements, including keeping systems and guidance documents up to date and call-offs from these awards. Engage proactively with internal stakeholders to shape category approach, business needs, spend and suppliers. Support the identification of market insights, trends, opportunities, and risks. Supplier Management & Stakeholder Management Support, and lead where required, on supplier engagement on a particular contract, ensuring agreed value is being delivered from the contract. Ensures Thames interests are best represented. Work with the Supplier Relationship Manager to liaise with the appropriate teams to execute any contract changes or performance escalations/disputes. Build relationships with key internal stakeholders to obtain support and engagement in key initiatives. Advise the business on contract and supplier issues and questions, requesting support from the Supplier Relationship Manager where required. This is a temporary role for 6-9 months with an opportunity to go permanent subject to approval, and successful candidates may be considered for any new role. What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you'll need is: Experience of contract management & administration in a multi stakeholder environment Experience in project and performance management Be able to support negotiation and dispute resolution A good networker with the ability to build productive relationships across all areas of the team and collaborate with colleagues to build flexible solutions which work for them and the organisation as a whole. Ability proactively seek out opportunities to deliver sustained improvements in performance Extra qualities that would be a great fit for our team: Chartered Institute Purchasing and Supply - MCIPS (or studying towards); and/or Degree educated or equivalent. What's in it for you? Hourly Pay rate: £25-£29 per hour Location: Hybrid - Clear Water Court Reading Length of assignment: 26 weeks Required Start date: ASAP Hours: 36 Please note you will be on assignment at Thames Water via Pertemps Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Wate r Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more. We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process . If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know , we're here to help and support . When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Sales Development Representative (SDR) Location: Warrington (Easily accessible from the M62) Salary: Up to £28,000 basic (DOE) On Target Earnings: £40,000+ in Year 1 Year 2 OTE: £50,000+ Career Progression: Business Development Manager (£90k+ potential) Talos360 is an award-winning technology company and one of the UK s best places to work. Due to continued growth and record-breaking success, we are expanding our sales team and hiring ambitious Sales Development Representatives (SDRs) to join our Warrington office. If you have experience in Outbound Telesales, Lead Generation, Business Development, or Direct Sales, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career and earn uncapped commission. Why Join Talos360? 1st Best Workplace in the UK (Medium Category) 1st Best Workplace in Tech (Medium Category) 1st Best Workplace for Development (Medium Category) 7th Best Workplace for Women (Medium Category) 4.6 Glassdoor rating Modern office with coffee & gin bar Casual dress code Flexible working environment Supportive and inclusive culture The Role As a Sales Development Representative, you will be responsible for generating new business opportunities and building a strong pipeline for our sales team. You will engage with potential customers, understand their recruitment challenges, and introduce them to Talos360 s solutions. Key Responsibilities Conduct outbound calls to prospective clients Generate new business opportunities through phone, email, and LinkedIn Qualify leads and identify potential sales opportunities Book product demonstrations and meetings for the sales team Build relationships with decision makers Maintain accurate activity within the CRM system Work towards daily, weekly, and monthly KPIs We are looking for individuals who are: Experienced in Outbound Telesales, Lead Generation, or Sales Confident speaking with new people and building relationships Motivated by targets, commission, and career progression Organised and driven to achieve KPIs Resilient and positive with a strong work ethic If you are looking to build a successful career in sales with one of the UK s best workplaces, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to become our next Sales Development Representative.