Buying Assistant (Manufacturing) 12 month FTC - Maternity Cover Manchester Up to 31,000 Immediate start available Role Description This is a full-time on-site role for a Buyer (Manufacturing), located in the Manchester Area, United Kingdom. The Buyer (Manufacturing) will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing chemicals, negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. Other responsibilities include analysing market trends, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards, and collaborating with internal teams to meet production needs. Qualifications Experience in sourcing and purchasing chemicals and raw materials - supporting the Procurement Manager) Strong negotiation and contract management skills Proficiency in managing supplier relationships and ensuring timely delivery Ability to analyse market trends and make informed purchasing decisions Understanding of environmental and safety compliance standards Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Proficiency in using procurement software and tools Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field Experience in the chemical industry is a plus CIPS L4+ (an advantage but not essential) Benefits Very competitive salary Pension Flexible start - finish working hours On site parking Progression opportunities Limitations: We can only consider UK based candidates. Sponsorship is not available with our client . Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
Nov 25, 2025
Contractor
Buying Assistant (Manufacturing) 12 month FTC - Maternity Cover Manchester Up to 31,000 Immediate start available Role Description This is a full-time on-site role for a Buyer (Manufacturing), located in the Manchester Area, United Kingdom. The Buyer (Manufacturing) will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing chemicals, negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. Other responsibilities include analysing market trends, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards, and collaborating with internal teams to meet production needs. Qualifications Experience in sourcing and purchasing chemicals and raw materials - supporting the Procurement Manager) Strong negotiation and contract management skills Proficiency in managing supplier relationships and ensuring timely delivery Ability to analyse market trends and make informed purchasing decisions Understanding of environmental and safety compliance standards Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Proficiency in using procurement software and tools Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field Experience in the chemical industry is a plus CIPS L4+ (an advantage but not essential) Benefits Very competitive salary Pension Flexible start - finish working hours On site parking Progression opportunities Limitations: We can only consider UK based candidates. Sponsorship is not available with our client . Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
About H&B At Holland & Barrett, we're on a mission to become the world's most trusted wellness partner - and data is at the heart of how we get there. As our Business Intelligence Manager, you'll lead a talented BI team to deliver high-quality dashboards, data products and insights that empower smart, strategic decisions across the organisation. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll shape our BI vision, elevate our data culture, and drive meaningful business impact. About the role Key Responsbilities: Lead and mentor a team of BI Developers, creating a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement. Partner with senior leaders across Commercial, Digital, Supply Chain, Finance, HR and more to deliver actionable insight that drives business performance. Own the BI roadmap and delivery framework, ensuring priorities align to business strategy and long-term scalability. Oversee the design and optimisation of dashboards and reporting tools (e.g. Metabase), ensuring data accuracy, clarity and strong user adoption. Champion BI governance, documentation, and data quality standards across the business. Collaborate closely with Data Engineering and Embedded Analytics to deliver integrated and high-performing data products. Continuously refine BI processes, tools and architecture to future-proof our analytics capability. Location: This is a hybrid role based in London or Nuneaton, with the requirement to be in the office at least two days per week Key Requirement What we are looking for Proven experience leading BI or analytics teams within a modern, cloud-based data environment. Strong SQL skills, solid understanding of data modelling, and expertise with BI visualisation tools (Metabase, Power BI, Looker, etc.). Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills - able to simplify complex data and influence senior leaders. Strategic mindset with the ability to build and execute a BI roadmap that supports business growth. Passion for continuous improvement, innovation, and developing people. What we offer: What we offer: Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits 33 days holiday, including bank holidays Health Cash Plan Life Assurance Bonus Scheme - up to 10% based on company & personal performance Virtual GP Private Medical care FREE at-home blood test kit Holiday Purchase option Pension Contribution scheme Access to 'Wellhub' with gyms, studios and wellbeing apps Discounts & Savings 25% Colleague Discount with FREE Standard Delivery Exclusive Discounts from a wide range of partners £/€50 Annual Product Allowance to spend in store Learning & Development Access to a variety of learning opportunities, including Level 2-5 Apprenticeships, Workshops and our Digital Learning Library AND MORE! Holland and Barrett is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diverse perspectives and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. We understand that when our colleagues are listened to, respected and valued for who they are, we build an organisation with belonging at its heart - making health and wellness a way of life for everyone. Holland & Barrett does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms/recruiters. Please do not forward resumes to our job alias, employees, or any other company location. Holland & Barrett is not and will not be responsible for any fees if a candidate submitted by a search firm/recruiter unless otherwise agreed with respect to specific open position(s).
Nov 21, 2025
Contractor
About H&B At Holland & Barrett, we're on a mission to become the world's most trusted wellness partner - and data is at the heart of how we get there. As our Business Intelligence Manager, you'll lead a talented BI team to deliver high-quality dashboards, data products and insights that empower smart, strategic decisions across the organisation. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll shape our BI vision, elevate our data culture, and drive meaningful business impact. About the role Key Responsbilities: Lead and mentor a team of BI Developers, creating a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement. Partner with senior leaders across Commercial, Digital, Supply Chain, Finance, HR and more to deliver actionable insight that drives business performance. Own the BI roadmap and delivery framework, ensuring priorities align to business strategy and long-term scalability. Oversee the design and optimisation of dashboards and reporting tools (e.g. Metabase), ensuring data accuracy, clarity and strong user adoption. Champion BI governance, documentation, and data quality standards across the business. Collaborate closely with Data Engineering and Embedded Analytics to deliver integrated and high-performing data products. Continuously refine BI processes, tools and architecture to future-proof our analytics capability. Location: This is a hybrid role based in London or Nuneaton, with the requirement to be in the office at least two days per week Key Requirement What we are looking for Proven experience leading BI or analytics teams within a modern, cloud-based data environment. Strong SQL skills, solid understanding of data modelling, and expertise with BI visualisation tools (Metabase, Power BI, Looker, etc.). Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills - able to simplify complex data and influence senior leaders. Strategic mindset with the ability to build and execute a BI roadmap that supports business growth. Passion for continuous improvement, innovation, and developing people. What we offer: What we offer: Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits 33 days holiday, including bank holidays Health Cash Plan Life Assurance Bonus Scheme - up to 10% based on company & personal performance Virtual GP Private Medical care FREE at-home blood test kit Holiday Purchase option Pension Contribution scheme Access to 'Wellhub' with gyms, studios and wellbeing apps Discounts & Savings 25% Colleague Discount with FREE Standard Delivery Exclusive Discounts from a wide range of partners £/€50 Annual Product Allowance to spend in store Learning & Development Access to a variety of learning opportunities, including Level 2-5 Apprenticeships, Workshops and our Digital Learning Library AND MORE! Holland and Barrett is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diverse perspectives and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. We understand that when our colleagues are listened to, respected and valued for who they are, we build an organisation with belonging at its heart - making health and wellness a way of life for everyone. Holland & Barrett does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms/recruiters. Please do not forward resumes to our job alias, employees, or any other company location. Holland & Barrett is not and will not be responsible for any fees if a candidate submitted by a search firm/recruiter unless otherwise agreed with respect to specific open position(s).
Requisition ID: 60546 Position Type: FT Fixed Term Workplace Arrangement: About Kerry Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated Dairy Business that encompasses a number of divisions spanning from its Agribusiness (Kerry Dairy Farms) through to Dairy & Nutritional Ingredients & its Dairy Consumer Foods Business. With its strong Dairy heritage, world class sustainability credentials, a deep-rooted connection to its 3000 Farmers & milk suppliers, right through to its portfolio of household favourite Brands, Kerry Dairy are one of the World's Leading Dairy Businesses, with a Revenue in excess of €1.3bn annually. The Dairy Consumer Foods division, is home to a number of the UK & Irelands favourite Dairy & Plant Based Brands (Strings & Things; PURE Dairy-Free; Dairygold, Charleville, Golden Cow, Coleraine, Low Low & Attack a Snak). On top of this, we are the largest supplier of Private Label Dairy spreads in the UK & supply all major Retailers in the UK, Ireland as well as parts of mainland Europe. About the role We're seeking a Senior Strategy Manager to join our team in a newly created role that will be central to defining and driving our ambitious growth agenda. In this position, you'll work closely with the Head of Strategy to design, shape, and mobilise our long-term business strategy. You'll play a pivotal role in identifying and pursuing international expansion opportunities, as well as supporting the development and launch of new incubation brands. Another key part of your remit will be to uncover and seize white-space opportunities that will fuel our future growth. This role is for someone who relishes a challenge, can pivot quickly, and is excited by the prospect of contributing to our growth across multiple critical fronts. We're looking for an individual that can operate at a strategic "30,000-foot" level while also managing executional tasks and seamlessly flexing between the two. Key responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Growth Collaborate with the Head of Strategy on key initiatives, including refreshing our long-term business strategy. Develop aligned sub-strategies, assess growth opportunities (e.g. white space, innovation, tech), and deliver business cases and recommendations. Support evaluations of partnerships, acquisitions, and investments. International Expansion Lead market research to identify and prioritise high-potential international markets. Shape go-to-market strategies, partner with local teams for successful entry, and monitor performance to drive growth and global presence. Incubator Brand Development Drive the expansion of Smug Dairy into the food-to-go category. Deliver marketing plans to boost awareness and trial, explore new channels with GTM teams, and support the development of future incubator brands to sustain innovation. Qualifications and skills Strategic Agility: A proven ability to think strategically and translate insights into actionable plans. Ambiguity is Your Friend: You're comfortable with a role that shifts and evolves, thriving on variety and new challenges. Commercial Acumen: A strong understanding of business drivers, market dynamics, and how to identify profitable growth opportunities. Analytical Prowess: Excellent research and analytical skills, capable of synthesizing complex information into clear, concise insights. Further qualifications and skills Strong collaborator with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders Proactive self-starter, able to manage multiple priorities Clear and persuasive communicator across diverse audiences Background in strategy, business development, brand management, or international expansion is a plus Please note: We do not accept CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies where Kerry terms of business have not been signed. Additionally, we will not consider or agree to payment of any recruiter fee under these circumstances. This also applies to CVs or candidate profiles sent directly to any Kerry Hiring Managers . Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a "starter kit," investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name. Recruiter: Posting Type: LI
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Requisition ID: 60546 Position Type: FT Fixed Term Workplace Arrangement: About Kerry Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated Dairy Business that encompasses a number of divisions spanning from its Agribusiness (Kerry Dairy Farms) through to Dairy & Nutritional Ingredients & its Dairy Consumer Foods Business. With its strong Dairy heritage, world class sustainability credentials, a deep-rooted connection to its 3000 Farmers & milk suppliers, right through to its portfolio of household favourite Brands, Kerry Dairy are one of the World's Leading Dairy Businesses, with a Revenue in excess of €1.3bn annually. The Dairy Consumer Foods division, is home to a number of the UK & Irelands favourite Dairy & Plant Based Brands (Strings & Things; PURE Dairy-Free; Dairygold, Charleville, Golden Cow, Coleraine, Low Low & Attack a Snak). On top of this, we are the largest supplier of Private Label Dairy spreads in the UK & supply all major Retailers in the UK, Ireland as well as parts of mainland Europe. About the role We're seeking a Senior Strategy Manager to join our team in a newly created role that will be central to defining and driving our ambitious growth agenda. In this position, you'll work closely with the Head of Strategy to design, shape, and mobilise our long-term business strategy. You'll play a pivotal role in identifying and pursuing international expansion opportunities, as well as supporting the development and launch of new incubation brands. Another key part of your remit will be to uncover and seize white-space opportunities that will fuel our future growth. This role is for someone who relishes a challenge, can pivot quickly, and is excited by the prospect of contributing to our growth across multiple critical fronts. We're looking for an individual that can operate at a strategic "30,000-foot" level while also managing executional tasks and seamlessly flexing between the two. Key responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Growth Collaborate with the Head of Strategy on key initiatives, including refreshing our long-term business strategy. Develop aligned sub-strategies, assess growth opportunities (e.g. white space, innovation, tech), and deliver business cases and recommendations. Support evaluations of partnerships, acquisitions, and investments. International Expansion Lead market research to identify and prioritise high-potential international markets. Shape go-to-market strategies, partner with local teams for successful entry, and monitor performance to drive growth and global presence. Incubator Brand Development Drive the expansion of Smug Dairy into the food-to-go category. Deliver marketing plans to boost awareness and trial, explore new channels with GTM teams, and support the development of future incubator brands to sustain innovation. Qualifications and skills Strategic Agility: A proven ability to think strategically and translate insights into actionable plans. Ambiguity is Your Friend: You're comfortable with a role that shifts and evolves, thriving on variety and new challenges. Commercial Acumen: A strong understanding of business drivers, market dynamics, and how to identify profitable growth opportunities. Analytical Prowess: Excellent research and analytical skills, capable of synthesizing complex information into clear, concise insights. Further qualifications and skills Strong collaborator with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders Proactive self-starter, able to manage multiple priorities Clear and persuasive communicator across diverse audiences Background in strategy, business development, brand management, or international expansion is a plus Please note: We do not accept CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies where Kerry terms of business have not been signed. Additionally, we will not consider or agree to payment of any recruiter fee under these circumstances. This also applies to CVs or candidate profiles sent directly to any Kerry Hiring Managers . Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a "starter kit," investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name. Recruiter: Posting Type: LI
Role: Technical Delivery Lead - GCP Type: 6-month FTC ( £120k) or day rate option available via Umbrella ( £500 per day), with strong extension potential Location: London (3 days/week) & Leeds (2 days/month) - Hybrid Start: Immediate Are you a delivery leader with deep GCP experience? We're seeking a Technical Delivery Lead to drive a large-scale GCP data platform programme for a global consultancy client. This is a hands-off, orchestration-focused role, ideal for someone who thrives on stakeholder alignment, governance, and technical delivery leadership. What you'll do: Lead end-to-end delivery of enterprise GCP data platforms, orchestrating cross-functional teams (Data Architects, Solution Architects, Engineers). Act as the bridge between business and technology, translating evolving needs into actionable delivery plans. Champion delivery best practices, manage risks, and drive continuous improvement. Maintain proactive communication with stakeholders, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, timelines, and quality standards. What we're looking for: 10+ years in technology/data delivery, including 3+ years in Delivery Lead/Technical Lead roles (GCP preferred). Proven experience leading large-scale cloud data platform deliveries. Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and governance skills. Familiarity with GCP data services (BigQuery, Dataflow, Cloud Composer, etc.) and modern delivery methodologies (Agile/Scrum, DevOps). Why apply? High-impact, visible programme with strong extension prospects. Hybrid working with a mix of London and Leeds. Competitive FTC or Umbrella rates. Please Note: This is a role for UK residents only. This role does not offer Sponsorship. You must have the right to work in the UK with no restrictions. Some of our roles may be subject to successful background checks including a DBS and Credit Check. Tenth Revolution Group / Nigel Frank are the go-to recruiter for Data and AI roles in the UK, offering more opportunities across the country than any other. We're the proud sponsor and supporter of SQLBits, and the London Power BI User Group. To find out more and speak confidentially about your job search or hiring needs, please contact me directly at
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Role: Technical Delivery Lead - GCP Type: 6-month FTC ( £120k) or day rate option available via Umbrella ( £500 per day), with strong extension potential Location: London (3 days/week) & Leeds (2 days/month) - Hybrid Start: Immediate Are you a delivery leader with deep GCP experience? We're seeking a Technical Delivery Lead to drive a large-scale GCP data platform programme for a global consultancy client. This is a hands-off, orchestration-focused role, ideal for someone who thrives on stakeholder alignment, governance, and technical delivery leadership. What you'll do: Lead end-to-end delivery of enterprise GCP data platforms, orchestrating cross-functional teams (Data Architects, Solution Architects, Engineers). Act as the bridge between business and technology, translating evolving needs into actionable delivery plans. Champion delivery best practices, manage risks, and drive continuous improvement. Maintain proactive communication with stakeholders, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, timelines, and quality standards. What we're looking for: 10+ years in technology/data delivery, including 3+ years in Delivery Lead/Technical Lead roles (GCP preferred). Proven experience leading large-scale cloud data platform deliveries. Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and governance skills. Familiarity with GCP data services (BigQuery, Dataflow, Cloud Composer, etc.) and modern delivery methodologies (Agile/Scrum, DevOps). Why apply? High-impact, visible programme with strong extension prospects. Hybrid working with a mix of London and Leeds. Competitive FTC or Umbrella rates. Please Note: This is a role for UK residents only. This role does not offer Sponsorship. You must have the right to work in the UK with no restrictions. Some of our roles may be subject to successful background checks including a DBS and Credit Check. Tenth Revolution Group / Nigel Frank are the go-to recruiter for Data and AI roles in the UK, offering more opportunities across the country than any other. We're the proud sponsor and supporter of SQLBits, and the London Power BI User Group. To find out more and speak confidentially about your job search or hiring needs, please contact me directly at
