Are you a hands-on leader with a background in complex food manufacturing? We are representing a highly respected specialist in the food ingredient sector who is seeking a frontline Operations Manager. This is a pivotal role that sits close to the factory floor, requiring a leader who can balance strategic input with daily operational excellence. You will report directly to the Managing Director, playing a key role in the general management and future growth of the business. The Role As Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production activities, ensuring that safe, high-quality products are delivered efficiently and on time. You will lead the production team from the front, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Operational Control: Lead daily production across assigned lines to meet volume, quality, and cost targets while monitoring throughput, yield, and waste. Quality & Compliance: Enforce strict HACCP, GMP , and BRC/FSSC 22000 standards, ensuring rigorous allergen controls and hygiene procedures are followed. People Leadership: Lead, coach, and develop operators and production supervisors. You will manage performance, attendance, and shift discipline to build a high-performing floor culture. HSE Management: Maintain a safe working environment, leading safety observations, investigations, and ensuring total compliance with risk assessments. Continuous Improvement: Drive "Lean" initiatives (5S, standard work) to reduce rework and downtime, using KPI data to trigger corrective actions. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to support trials, changeovers, and new product introductions. The Ideal Candidate Technical Expertise: Proven experience in food manufacturing environments (specifically ingredients, powders, liquids, or blending/extrusion). Standards Driven: Strong knowledge of food safety systems (HACCP, GMP, BRC) and experience supporting internal and external audits. Leadership Style: A calm, decisive leader who can communicate clearly across shifts and hold high standards consistently. Qualifications: Ideally IOSH certified with food safety qualifications and an NVQ/HNC/HND or equivalent experience in a process manufacturing environment. Why Apply? Impact: This is a critical role where your leadership directly influences food safety and operational success. Senior Exposure: Direct involvement in the strategic direction of the company. Competitive Package: A strong salary range and the stability of a permanent role in a specialized sector. If you, or anyone you know would be interested in learning about this, feel free to call me on (phone number removed), or email me at (url removed)
May 05, 2026
Full time
Are you a hands-on leader with a background in complex food manufacturing? We are representing a highly respected specialist in the food ingredient sector who is seeking a frontline Operations Manager. This is a pivotal role that sits close to the factory floor, requiring a leader who can balance strategic input with daily operational excellence. You will report directly to the Managing Director, playing a key role in the general management and future growth of the business. The Role As Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production activities, ensuring that safe, high-quality products are delivered efficiently and on time. You will lead the production team from the front, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Operational Control: Lead daily production across assigned lines to meet volume, quality, and cost targets while monitoring throughput, yield, and waste. Quality & Compliance: Enforce strict HACCP, GMP , and BRC/FSSC 22000 standards, ensuring rigorous allergen controls and hygiene procedures are followed. People Leadership: Lead, coach, and develop operators and production supervisors. You will manage performance, attendance, and shift discipline to build a high-performing floor culture. HSE Management: Maintain a safe working environment, leading safety observations, investigations, and ensuring total compliance with risk assessments. Continuous Improvement: Drive "Lean" initiatives (5S, standard work) to reduce rework and downtime, using KPI data to trigger corrective actions. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to support trials, changeovers, and new product introductions. The Ideal Candidate Technical Expertise: Proven experience in food manufacturing environments (specifically ingredients, powders, liquids, or blending/extrusion). Standards Driven: Strong knowledge of food safety systems (HACCP, GMP, BRC) and experience supporting internal and external audits. Leadership Style: A calm, decisive leader who can communicate clearly across shifts and hold high standards consistently. Qualifications: Ideally IOSH certified with food safety qualifications and an NVQ/HNC/HND or equivalent experience in a process manufacturing environment. Why Apply? Impact: This is a critical role where your leadership directly influences food safety and operational success. Senior Exposure: Direct involvement in the strategic direction of the company. Competitive Package: A strong salary range and the stability of a permanent role in a specialized sector. If you, or anyone you know would be interested in learning about this, feel free to call me on (phone number removed), or email me at (url removed)
We are seeking a detail-oriented Finance Specialist with an Accounts Payable focus for our client's team on an initial 12-month, hybrid contract. This role maintains regional supply chain integrity and serves as the primary contact for vendor inquiries and invoice management to ensure budget compliance. Key Responsibilities Receive, organise, and key invoices into the AP system, ensuring all payments align with established budgets and policies. Support the Finance Manager and DFO with monthly and yearly accounting closes, providing critical ad-hoc reporting and analysis. Close out reconciling items, analyse discrepancies, and post necessary corrections to maintain accurate financial records. Administer all finance activities in accordance with GAAP, fund accounting principles, and internal best practices. Provide courteous and expeditious support to the Europe team, routing or resolving requests to ensure operational efficiency. Essentials Fluency in both German and English is required for this role. Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in Finance & Accounting. Proven expertise in spreadsheet programs (Advanced Microsoft Excel) and hands-on experience with financial reporting systems and general ledger tools. A strong understanding of GAAP and fund accounting principles, practices, and regulations. On applying you agree to receive finance specific content from our Randstad Finance & Accounting community url removed) Financial & Professional encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Randstad Financial & Professional acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003
May 05, 2026
Contractor
We are seeking a detail-oriented Finance Specialist with an Accounts Payable focus for our client's team on an initial 12-month, hybrid contract. This role maintains regional supply chain integrity and serves as the primary contact for vendor inquiries and invoice management to ensure budget compliance. Key Responsibilities Receive, organise, and key invoices into the AP system, ensuring all payments align with established budgets and policies. Support the Finance Manager and DFO with monthly and yearly accounting closes, providing critical ad-hoc reporting and analysis. Close out reconciling items, analyse discrepancies, and post necessary corrections to maintain accurate financial records. Administer all finance activities in accordance with GAAP, fund accounting principles, and internal best practices. Provide courteous and expeditious support to the Europe team, routing or resolving requests to ensure operational efficiency. Essentials Fluency in both German and English is required for this role. Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in Finance & Accounting. Proven expertise in spreadsheet programs (Advanced Microsoft Excel) and hands-on experience with financial reporting systems and general ledger tools. A strong understanding of GAAP and fund accounting principles, practices, and regulations. On applying you agree to receive finance specific content from our Randstad Finance & Accounting community url removed) Financial & Professional encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Randstad Financial & Professional acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003
We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Quality, Health & Safety Manager to take ownership of quality systems and health & safety compliance within a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring products and services remain consistent, compliant, and aligned with both customer expectations and regulatory standards Prime Purpose To lead and manage Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) performance across the business. This role ensures compliance with all regulatory and ISO requirements while driving operational improvement, reducing the cost of poor quality, and embedding a strong safety and quality culture. Key Accountabilities Lead the QHSE function across the business, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and all relevant HSE legislation. Drive continuous improvement in quality and safety performance, with a focus on measurable outcomes and overall business impact. Reduce the cost of poor quality, including scrap, rework, and customer returns, to improve margin and operational efficiency. Improve right-first-time performance across production and the supply chain. Oversee supplier quality performance, working closely with Purchasing to address root cause issues. Ensure effective investigation and resolution of customer complaints, implementing long-term corrective actions. Maintain QHSE systems that are practical, embedded into daily operations, and consistently applied. Act as the internal authority on QHSE, providing clear direction and challenge where standards are not met. Support senior leadership with decision-making relating to risk, compliance, and operational performance. Core Responsibilities Develop, implement, and continuously improve QHSE systems and processes across the business. Lead internal audit programmes, ensuring findings result in sustainable improvements. Conduct structured root cause analysis on quality and safety issues using methodologies such as 5 Whys. Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Purchasing to resolve quality issues at source. Promote and drive a visible, proactive safety culture across all areas of the business. Monitor, analyse, and report on QHSE performance using meaningful KPIs to support data-driven decision-making. Ensure all documentation, procedures, and manuals are accurate, practical, and consistently applied. Manage and develop the Quality function. Ensure compliance with all relevant statutory, regulatory, and customer requirements. Key Attributes & Experience Proven experience in a QHSE leadership role within a manufacturing environment. Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and relevant HSE legislation. Demonstrated ability to deliver measurable improvements in quality and safety performance. Experience working closely with production teams to embed standards in practice. Strong problem-solving capability, with a structured and data-driven approach. Ability to influence, challenge, and engage stakeholders at all levels. Commercial awareness, with a clear understanding of how QHSE impacts cost, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on delivery, not just compliance. Please note: This job description is intended as a guide to the role and responsibilities. It is not exhaustive and may evolve in line with business needs and ongoing development of the position.
May 05, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Quality, Health & Safety Manager to take ownership of quality systems and health & safety compliance within a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring products and services remain consistent, compliant, and aligned with both customer expectations and regulatory standards Prime Purpose To lead and manage Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) performance across the business. This role ensures compliance with all regulatory and ISO requirements while driving operational improvement, reducing the cost of poor quality, and embedding a strong safety and quality culture. Key Accountabilities Lead the QHSE function across the business, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and all relevant HSE legislation. Drive continuous improvement in quality and safety performance, with a focus on measurable outcomes and overall business impact. Reduce the cost of poor quality, including scrap, rework, and customer returns, to improve margin and operational efficiency. Improve right-first-time performance across production and the supply chain. Oversee supplier quality performance, working closely with Purchasing to address root cause issues. Ensure effective investigation and resolution of customer complaints, implementing long-term corrective actions. Maintain QHSE systems that are practical, embedded into daily operations, and consistently applied. Act as the internal authority on QHSE, providing clear direction and challenge where standards are not met. Support senior leadership with decision-making relating to risk, compliance, and operational performance. Core Responsibilities Develop, implement, and continuously improve QHSE systems and processes across the business. Lead internal audit programmes, ensuring findings result in sustainable improvements. Conduct structured root cause analysis on quality and safety issues using methodologies such as 5 Whys. Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Purchasing to resolve quality issues at source. Promote and drive a visible, proactive safety culture across all areas of the business. Monitor, analyse, and report on QHSE performance using meaningful KPIs to support data-driven decision-making. Ensure all documentation, procedures, and manuals are accurate, practical, and consistently applied. Manage and develop the Quality function. Ensure compliance with all relevant statutory, regulatory, and customer requirements. Key Attributes & Experience Proven experience in a QHSE leadership role within a manufacturing environment. Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and relevant HSE legislation. Demonstrated ability to deliver measurable improvements in quality and safety performance. Experience working closely with production teams to embed standards in practice. Strong problem-solving capability, with a structured and data-driven approach. Ability to influence, challenge, and engage stakeholders at all levels. Commercial awareness, with a clear understanding of how QHSE impacts cost, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on delivery, not just compliance. Please note: This job description is intended as a guide to the role and responsibilities. It is not exhaustive and may evolve in line with business needs and ongoing development of the position.
Are you ready to take ownership of a role where your ability to drive revenue is just as important as keeping operations running smoothly? If you enjoy combining commercial strategy with hands-on business management, this could be your next big move. Robinia Timber is a growing, specialist timber importing business with a strong reputation for quality products and reliable service. With increasing demand and ambitious growth plans, the business is now looking for an Operations & Sales Manager to play a key role in its next phase. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, taking ownership of both operational performance and commercial expansion within a dynamic, evolving environment. Based near Bridgwater, this role offers a salary of £40,000 £45,000 depending on experience, alongside the opportunity to make a tangible impact in a small but ambitious business. The position is ideally site-based, though flexibility can be offered for commercially strong candidates who bring industry expertise and revenue-generating potential. Key Responsibilities: Oversee daily operations, including logistics, supply chain coordination, and delivery scheduling Manage stock control and inventory to meet customer demand efficiently Drive sales growth by converting enquiries and identifying new business opportunities Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and partners Support pricing strategies and contribute to market positioning Collaborate with leadership to improve systems, processes, and overall business performance Skills & Experience: Proven experience within the timber industry (essential) Strong commercial mindset with a track record of driving revenue growth Experience in operations, logistics, or a hybrid commercial role Ability to work autonomously in a small business environment Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Comfortable balancing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced setting How to Apply: If this role sounds like your next step, we d love to hear from you. Apply now, or get in touch with Niche Recruitment with any questions.
May 05, 2026
Full time
Are you ready to take ownership of a role where your ability to drive revenue is just as important as keeping operations running smoothly? If you enjoy combining commercial strategy with hands-on business management, this could be your next big move. Robinia Timber is a growing, specialist timber importing business with a strong reputation for quality products and reliable service. With increasing demand and ambitious growth plans, the business is now looking for an Operations & Sales Manager to play a key role in its next phase. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, taking ownership of both operational performance and commercial expansion within a dynamic, evolving environment. Based near Bridgwater, this role offers a salary of £40,000 £45,000 depending on experience, alongside the opportunity to make a tangible impact in a small but ambitious business. The position is ideally site-based, though flexibility can be offered for commercially strong candidates who bring industry expertise and revenue-generating potential. Key Responsibilities: Oversee daily operations, including logistics, supply chain coordination, and delivery scheduling Manage stock control and inventory to meet customer demand efficiently Drive sales growth by converting enquiries and identifying new business opportunities Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and partners Support pricing strategies and contribute to market positioning Collaborate with leadership to improve systems, processes, and overall business performance Skills & Experience: Proven experience within the timber industry (essential) Strong commercial mindset with a track record of driving revenue growth Experience in operations, logistics, or a hybrid commercial role Ability to work autonomously in a small business environment Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Comfortable balancing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced setting How to Apply: If this role sounds like your next step, we d love to hear from you. Apply now, or get in touch with Niche Recruitment with any questions.
Job Title: Maintenance Planning Engineer Location: Head Office, Hampton Wick Working pattern: Typically 4 days in the office and 1 day working from home Salary: £50 - £60k About the role We are seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Planning Engineer to join our Engineering team, supporting our Boeing 747/777 commercial aircraft fleet. This is a key role responsible for ensuring maintenance activity is planned and delivered safely, compliantly, and efficiently. You will work closely with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Maintenance Control, Technical Services and Technical Records to optimise aircraft availability while maintaining the highest safety and regulatory standards. Key responsibilities • Continuously review maintenance forecasts and plan scheduled maintenance efficiently. • Plan base maintenance inputs, ensuring spares, resources and downtime requirements are clearly defined. • Create base work packages and work orders using AMOS. • Issue work packages to Part 145 MROs with clear instructions and specific requirements. • Review certified base maintenance paperwork and ensure compliance, including NRC/MDR creation in AMOS. • Update aircraft, engine, airframe and modification logbooks. • Upload completed paperwork to the AMOS web drive. • Prepare aircraft records and reports for audits. • Support and deputise for the Maintenance Planning/AMP Manager when required. • Work with the CAMO team to ensure the Aircraft Maintenance Programme remains effective and compliant. • Contribute to continuous improvement across processes, systems and team working. About you • 3+ years experience in maintenance planning including forecasting and scheduling. • Previous Part M/CAMO experience within an aviation environment. • Strong knowledge of Part CAMO regulations and record retention requirements. • Knowledge of Critical Task, CDCCL and AWL fundamentals. • Working knowledge of MSG-3 maintenance task analysis. • AMOS experience preferred. • Strong understanding of airline operations. • Proactive, flexible and dynamic approach. • Commitment to continued professional development. • Adaptable, creative and improvement-focused mindset. Benefits • 33 days holiday including statutory days. • NEST pension scheme (9% employer / 5% employee). • Salary sacrifice pension option. • Private health cover (Vitality) after probation. • Life assurance up to 3x annual salary. • Employee Assistance Programme.
May 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Maintenance Planning Engineer Location: Head Office, Hampton Wick Working pattern: Typically 4 days in the office and 1 day working from home Salary: £50 - £60k About the role We are seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Planning Engineer to join our Engineering team, supporting our Boeing 747/777 commercial aircraft fleet. This is a key role responsible for ensuring maintenance activity is planned and delivered safely, compliantly, and efficiently. You will work closely with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Maintenance Control, Technical Services and Technical Records to optimise aircraft availability while maintaining the highest safety and regulatory standards. Key responsibilities • Continuously review maintenance forecasts and plan scheduled maintenance efficiently. • Plan base maintenance inputs, ensuring spares, resources and downtime requirements are clearly defined. • Create base work packages and work orders using AMOS. • Issue work packages to Part 145 MROs with clear instructions and specific requirements. • Review certified base maintenance paperwork and ensure compliance, including NRC/MDR creation in AMOS. • Update aircraft, engine, airframe and modification logbooks. • Upload completed paperwork to the AMOS web drive. • Prepare aircraft records and reports for audits. • Support and deputise for the Maintenance Planning/AMP Manager when required. • Work with the CAMO team to ensure the Aircraft Maintenance Programme remains effective and compliant. • Contribute to continuous improvement across processes, systems and team working. About you • 3+ years experience in maintenance planning including forecasting and scheduling. • Previous Part M/CAMO experience within an aviation environment. • Strong knowledge of Part CAMO regulations and record retention requirements. • Knowledge of Critical Task, CDCCL and AWL fundamentals. • Working knowledge of MSG-3 maintenance task analysis. • AMOS experience preferred. • Strong understanding of airline operations. • Proactive, flexible and dynamic approach. • Commitment to continued professional development. • Adaptable, creative and improvement-focused mindset. Benefits • 33 days holiday including statutory days. • NEST pension scheme (9% employer / 5% employee). • Salary sacrifice pension option. • Private health cover (Vitality) after probation. • Life assurance up to 3x annual salary. • Employee Assistance Programme.
Supply Chain Manager Essex £60,000 - £65,000 The opportunity A specialist engineering and manufacturing organisation operating in a complex, project-led production environment is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead sourcing, materials planning and inbound supply activities across multiple programmes. This role plays a critical part in ensuring materials, components and services are available to support demanding build schedules, while also driving strong commercial outcomes and long-term supplier performance. You'll operate at both a strategic and operational level, working closely with production, engineering, programme management and finance to keep delivery on track. Key responsibilities Develop and execute an effective supply chain strategy aligned to business and programme requirements Lead procurement activity including sourcing, supplier evaluation, commercial negotiation and contract placement Build and maintain robust supplier relationships to improve cost control, delivery reliability and quality performance Identify supply chain risks early and put mitigation plans in place, including alternative sourcing and capacity planning Oversee materials planning and scheduling to ensure continuity of supply into manufacturing Manage MRP processes, ensuring accuracy of demand signals, lead times and inventory parameters Coordinate closely with production and engineering teams to manage changes, priorities and build requirements Drive effective inventory management, balancing availability with working capital and space constraints Take ownership of inbound logistics and material flow from supplier through to point of use Monitor supplier KPIs, resolve issues proactively and drive continuous improvement Maintain integrity of ERP/MRP data relating to pricing, lead times, stock and supplier information Provide clear reporting on supply status, risks, costs and performance metrics Champion efficiency improvements across supply chain processes, systems and ways of working About you You will be an experienced Supply Chain Manager or Senior Supply Chain professional with a background in manufacturing or complex engineering environments . You are likely to bring: Proven experience across procurement, materials planning and supplier management Strong commercial and negotiation skills with demonstrable cost and value outcomes Solid understanding of MRP/ERP systems, inventory control and production-led planning Experience working in low-volume, high-variation or build-to-order manufacturing settings The ability to interpret data and forecasts to support confident decision-making A hands-on, solutions-focused approach with the confidence to influence across functions Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments Formal qualifications in supply chain, procurement or engineering (eg CIPS, APICS/CPIM) are advantageous, though practical experience is highly valued. Why apply? A senior, influential role within a technically complex manufacturing business Opportunity to shape end-to-end supply chain performance Exposure to specialist, high-profile production programmes A collaborative, engineering-focused culture
May 05, 2026
Full time
Supply Chain Manager Essex £60,000 - £65,000 The opportunity A specialist engineering and manufacturing organisation operating in a complex, project-led production environment is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead sourcing, materials planning and inbound supply activities across multiple programmes. This role plays a critical part in ensuring materials, components and services are available to support demanding build schedules, while also driving strong commercial outcomes and long-term supplier performance. You'll operate at both a strategic and operational level, working closely with production, engineering, programme management and finance to keep delivery on track. Key responsibilities Develop and execute an effective supply chain strategy aligned to business and programme requirements Lead procurement activity including sourcing, supplier evaluation, commercial negotiation and contract placement Build and maintain robust supplier relationships to improve cost control, delivery reliability and quality performance Identify supply chain risks early and put mitigation plans in place, including alternative sourcing and capacity planning Oversee materials planning and scheduling to ensure continuity of supply into manufacturing Manage MRP processes, ensuring accuracy of demand signals, lead times and inventory parameters Coordinate closely with production and engineering teams to manage changes, priorities and build requirements Drive effective inventory management, balancing availability with working capital and space constraints Take ownership of inbound logistics and material flow from supplier through to point of use Monitor supplier KPIs, resolve issues proactively and drive continuous improvement Maintain integrity of ERP/MRP data relating to pricing, lead times, stock and supplier information Provide clear reporting on supply status, risks, costs and performance metrics Champion efficiency improvements across supply chain processes, systems and ways of working About you You will be an experienced Supply Chain Manager or Senior Supply Chain professional with a background in manufacturing or complex engineering environments . You are likely to bring: Proven experience across procurement, materials planning and supplier management Strong commercial and negotiation skills with demonstrable cost and value outcomes Solid understanding of MRP/ERP systems, inventory control and production-led planning Experience working in low-volume, high-variation or build-to-order manufacturing settings The ability to interpret data and forecasts to support confident decision-making A hands-on, solutions-focused approach with the confidence to influence across functions Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments Formal qualifications in supply chain, procurement or engineering (eg CIPS, APICS/CPIM) are advantageous, though practical experience is highly valued. Why apply? A senior, influential role within a technically complex manufacturing business Opportunity to shape end-to-end supply chain performance Exposure to specialist, high-profile production programmes A collaborative, engineering-focused culture
Junior Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding / Sea Freight Office based in Earl Shilton Salary: up to £30K Base plus Commission and Benefits Our Client is a very well established Company importing into the UK from Asia via Sea and Air. The company has grown rapidly and now offers a range of logistics services across diverse industry sectors. They are looking for bright individuals to join the team as a trainees, either from an Operational Freight background wishing to branch into Sales - or with a Sales background from another industry wishing to start a career in Sea Freight Sales. What a fantastic opportunity Our Client's competitive pricing, customer service obsession and global network of highly respected and experienced partners allow them to consistently deliver cost-effective, efficient solutions that exceed expectations and add value to any supply chain. Responsibilities Generate leads and cold call prospective customers Generate custom from sales pipeline. Meet with customers, over the phone / Teams etc. Build / develop relationships with clients Understand the needs of your clients and be able to respond effectively with a plan of how to meet/exceed these Have a strong understanding of the businesses' services and be able to advise others about them Skills and Experience To achieve all of that, you will be able to demonstrate and show evidence of: An excellent telephone manner for making initial contact and for ongoing communication with clients and business associates Minimum of 2 years Industry experience and/or 2 years sales experience (any Industry) - full training will be provided interpersonal skills for building and developing relationships with clients written and verbal communication skills - needed for communicating with a range of people, both internally and externally, as well as presentation skills IT skills, including the use of spreadsheets decision-making skills a flexible approach to work with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment initiative and the confidence to start things from scratch. Personal abilities/skills Tenacity and drive to seek new business and meet or exceed targets Teamworking skills and a collaborative approach to work The ability to multitask and prioritise your workload The ability to motivate yourself and set your own goals Apply Vicky
May 05, 2026
Full time
Junior Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding / Sea Freight Office based in Earl Shilton Salary: up to £30K Base plus Commission and Benefits Our Client is a very well established Company importing into the UK from Asia via Sea and Air. The company has grown rapidly and now offers a range of logistics services across diverse industry sectors. They are looking for bright individuals to join the team as a trainees, either from an Operational Freight background wishing to branch into Sales - or with a Sales background from another industry wishing to start a career in Sea Freight Sales. What a fantastic opportunity Our Client's competitive pricing, customer service obsession and global network of highly respected and experienced partners allow them to consistently deliver cost-effective, efficient solutions that exceed expectations and add value to any supply chain. Responsibilities Generate leads and cold call prospective customers Generate custom from sales pipeline. Meet with customers, over the phone / Teams etc. Build / develop relationships with clients Understand the needs of your clients and be able to respond effectively with a plan of how to meet/exceed these Have a strong understanding of the businesses' services and be able to advise others about them Skills and Experience To achieve all of that, you will be able to demonstrate and show evidence of: An excellent telephone manner for making initial contact and for ongoing communication with clients and business associates Minimum of 2 years Industry experience and/or 2 years sales experience (any Industry) - full training will be provided interpersonal skills for building and developing relationships with clients written and verbal communication skills - needed for communicating with a range of people, both internally and externally, as well as presentation skills IT skills, including the use of spreadsheets decision-making skills a flexible approach to work with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment initiative and the confidence to start things from scratch. Personal abilities/skills Tenacity and drive to seek new business and meet or exceed targets Teamworking skills and a collaborative approach to work The ability to multitask and prioritise your workload The ability to motivate yourself and set your own goals Apply Vicky
Are you a timber specialist who thrives on driving commercial growth while keeping operations running efficiently? If you re looking for a role where you can genuinely influence business performance, this could be the opportunity for you. Robinia Timber is a growing, specialist timber importing business with a strong reputation for quality products and reliable service. With ambitious plans to expand its UK presence, the business is seeking a Sales and Operations Manager to play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth while overseeing day-to-day operations. Working closely with senior leadership, you ll have the opportunity to shape commercial strategy, build key partnerships, and contribute to the continued evolution of the business. This role is UK-based with travel to the head office in Somerset, offering the opportunity to work flexibly while maintaining close collaboration with the core team. You ll be joining a small, ambitious business where your impact will be visible and valued, with the autonomy to influence both sales performance and operational improvements. Key Responsibilities: Drive revenue growth by identifying and developing new business opportunities across the UK Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, partners, and distributors Oversee operational activities including logistics, supply chain coordination, and delivery planning Manage stock control and ensure efficient inventory management Support pricing strategies and strengthen market positioning Collaborate with leadership to improve systems, processes, and overall business performance Skills & Experience: Proven experience within the timber industry (essential) Strong commercial mindset with a track record of growing revenue Experience in a hybrid sales and operations or commercial role Ability to work autonomously within a small business environment Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting How to Apply: If this role sounds like your next step, we d love to hear from you. Apply now, or get in touch with Niche Recruitment with any questions.
May 05, 2026
Full time
Are you a timber specialist who thrives on driving commercial growth while keeping operations running efficiently? If you re looking for a role where you can genuinely influence business performance, this could be the opportunity for you. Robinia Timber is a growing, specialist timber importing business with a strong reputation for quality products and reliable service. With ambitious plans to expand its UK presence, the business is seeking a Sales and Operations Manager to play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth while overseeing day-to-day operations. Working closely with senior leadership, you ll have the opportunity to shape commercial strategy, build key partnerships, and contribute to the continued evolution of the business. This role is UK-based with travel to the head office in Somerset, offering the opportunity to work flexibly while maintaining close collaboration with the core team. You ll be joining a small, ambitious business where your impact will be visible and valued, with the autonomy to influence both sales performance and operational improvements. Key Responsibilities: Drive revenue growth by identifying and developing new business opportunities across the UK Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, partners, and distributors Oversee operational activities including logistics, supply chain coordination, and delivery planning Manage stock control and ensure efficient inventory management Support pricing strategies and strengthen market positioning Collaborate with leadership to improve systems, processes, and overall business performance Skills & Experience: Proven experience within the timber industry (essential) Strong commercial mindset with a track record of growing revenue Experience in a hybrid sales and operations or commercial role Ability to work autonomously within a small business environment Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting How to Apply: If this role sounds like your next step, we d love to hear from you. Apply now, or get in touch with Niche Recruitment with any questions.
Supplier Quality Engineer 6 month contract Based in Bolton - hybrid Offering £45ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with AS9100 standards? Do you have quality experience in Manufacturing and Supply Chain environments? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Supplier Quality Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Complete scheduled Quality Assurance audits at suppliers using standardised tools Conduct thorough verification/inspection of products to ensure they meet the required quality standards Identify and document any non-conformities in the manufacturing process and deviations from the product specifications Maintain accurate and organised records of all quality control activities Communicate findings to relevant departments/stakeholders Work cross-functionally to implement root cause corrective actions at supplier Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the quality of our products Participate in the Project Quality network to report and share the quality assurance status linked to applicable suppliers Provide non-conformance, root cause & corrective action data analysis and summary reports into senior stakeholders Your skillset may include: Trained auditor to AS9100 Experienced in conducting Quality Audits & surveillance Quality experience within Mechanical, Manufacturing or Electronic Engineering Proven track record in Quality, Supply Chain or Manufacturing Defence, automotive, or aerospace industry experience Familiar with GD&T and able to use a variety of metrology equipment QA problem-solving and improvement methods (8D, RCA, DMAIC, etc.) Knowledge of the product lifecycle management Analytical skills; ability to run reports in Excel, use SAP QM system, and document management tools Continuous improvement awareness Experience is NADCAP If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further! Supplier Quality Engineer 6 month contract Based in Bolton - hybrid Offering £45ph Inside IR35 Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
May 05, 2026
Contractor
Supplier Quality Engineer 6 month contract Based in Bolton - hybrid Offering £45ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with AS9100 standards? Do you have quality experience in Manufacturing and Supply Chain environments? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Supplier Quality Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Complete scheduled Quality Assurance audits at suppliers using standardised tools Conduct thorough verification/inspection of products to ensure they meet the required quality standards Identify and document any non-conformities in the manufacturing process and deviations from the product specifications Maintain accurate and organised records of all quality control activities Communicate findings to relevant departments/stakeholders Work cross-functionally to implement root cause corrective actions at supplier Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the quality of our products Participate in the Project Quality network to report and share the quality assurance status linked to applicable suppliers Provide non-conformance, root cause & corrective action data analysis and summary reports into senior stakeholders Your skillset may include: Trained auditor to AS9100 Experienced in conducting Quality Audits & surveillance Quality experience within Mechanical, Manufacturing or Electronic Engineering Proven track record in Quality, Supply Chain or Manufacturing Defence, automotive, or aerospace industry experience Familiar with GD&T and able to use a variety of metrology equipment QA problem-solving and improvement methods (8D, RCA, DMAIC, etc.) Knowledge of the product lifecycle management Analytical skills; ability to run reports in Excel, use SAP QM system, and document management tools Continuous improvement awareness Experience is NADCAP If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further! Supplier Quality Engineer 6 month contract Based in Bolton - hybrid Offering £45ph Inside IR35 Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Hays is working in partnership with a leading manufacturing organisation. Due to continued growth and product development activity, they are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the mechanical design function and support the delivery of complex, safety critical equipment to global customers. Your New Role As Engineering Manager, you will take full responsibility for the mechanical engineering function, leading a multidisciplinary team through the complete product development lifecycle. You will act as the technical authority for mechanical design, ensuring compliance with international standards while driving innovation, efficiency and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead the mechanical engineering team responsible for the design and development of ground support equipment Oversee engineering projects from concept, through detailed design, validation and release to production Allocate engineering resources effectively across multiple concurrent projects Ensure engineering deliverables are achieved on time, within scope and to agreed budgets Provide technical leadership and sound engineering judgement on complex design challenges Support new product development and product enhancement programmes Conduct performance reviews and support structured career development planning Foster a culture of technical excellence, accountability and continuous improvement Support the recruitment, onboarding and development of engineering talent Ensure all mechanical designs meet customer specifications and applicable regulations, including EN12312, EN1915 and Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC Approve mechanical design outputs, including drawings, calculations, specifications and technical documentation Oversee and govern the Engineering Change Order (ECO) process Lead formal design review gates (concept, preliminary and critical design reviews) Ensure robust design verification and validation is completed prior to release to manufacture Ensure designs are optimised for manufacturability, assembly and serviceability (DFMA) Work closely with manufacturing teams to resolve build issues and improve production efficiency Support value engineering initiatives to enhance cost competitiveness Collaborate with Supply Chain to support component standardisation and supplier integration Work closely with Electrical and Software/PLC Engineering teams to deliver fully integrated system designs Collaborate with Sales and Product Management on customer specific technical requirements Support After Sales and Customer Care teams by translating field feedback and warranty data into design improvements Contribute to cross department initiatives that drive operational excellence Drive ongoing improvement of engineering processes, systems and workflows Promote design standardisation, modular architectures and component reuse Support innovation in materials, mechanical design and manufacturing technologies Identify opportunities to improve product performance, reliability and sustainability Define, track and report KPIs related to delivery, quality, efficiency and cost What You'll Need to Succeed Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline Significant experience designing heavy equipment within a manufacturing or OEM environment Minimum of 7 years' leadership experience within an engineering function Strong experience using 3D CAD systems (SolidWorks, Creo or similar) and document control processes Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, structural design, mechanical assemblies and hydraulics Proven experience managing engineering projects across the full product development lifecycle Strong knowledge of regulated engineering environments and safety standards Demonstrated experience driving engineering process improvements or design standardisation initiatives What You'll Get in Return A senior leadership role within a well respected engineering manufacturer The opportunity to shape engineering strategy and influence product direction Competitive salary and benefits package Long-term career progression within a growing organisation What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
May 05, 2026
Full time
Hays is working in partnership with a leading manufacturing organisation. Due to continued growth and product development activity, they are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the mechanical design function and support the delivery of complex, safety critical equipment to global customers. Your New Role As Engineering Manager, you will take full responsibility for the mechanical engineering function, leading a multidisciplinary team through the complete product development lifecycle. You will act as the technical authority for mechanical design, ensuring compliance with international standards while driving innovation, efficiency and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead the mechanical engineering team responsible for the design and development of ground support equipment Oversee engineering projects from concept, through detailed design, validation and release to production Allocate engineering resources effectively across multiple concurrent projects Ensure engineering deliverables are achieved on time, within scope and to agreed budgets Provide technical leadership and sound engineering judgement on complex design challenges Support new product development and product enhancement programmes Conduct performance reviews and support structured career development planning Foster a culture of technical excellence, accountability and continuous improvement Support the recruitment, onboarding and development of engineering talent Ensure all mechanical designs meet customer specifications and applicable regulations, including EN12312, EN1915 and Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC Approve mechanical design outputs, including drawings, calculations, specifications and technical documentation Oversee and govern the Engineering Change Order (ECO) process Lead formal design review gates (concept, preliminary and critical design reviews) Ensure robust design verification and validation is completed prior to release to manufacture Ensure designs are optimised for manufacturability, assembly and serviceability (DFMA) Work closely with manufacturing teams to resolve build issues and improve production efficiency Support value engineering initiatives to enhance cost competitiveness Collaborate with Supply Chain to support component standardisation and supplier integration Work closely with Electrical and Software/PLC Engineering teams to deliver fully integrated system designs Collaborate with Sales and Product Management on customer specific technical requirements Support After Sales and Customer Care teams by translating field feedback and warranty data into design improvements Contribute to cross department initiatives that drive operational excellence Drive ongoing improvement of engineering processes, systems and workflows Promote design standardisation, modular architectures and component reuse Support innovation in materials, mechanical design and manufacturing technologies Identify opportunities to improve product performance, reliability and sustainability Define, track and report KPIs related to delivery, quality, efficiency and cost What You'll Need to Succeed Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline Significant experience designing heavy equipment within a manufacturing or OEM environment Minimum of 7 years' leadership experience within an engineering function Strong experience using 3D CAD systems (SolidWorks, Creo or similar) and document control processes Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, structural design, mechanical assemblies and hydraulics Proven experience managing engineering projects across the full product development lifecycle Strong knowledge of regulated engineering environments and safety standards Demonstrated experience driving engineering process improvements or design standardisation initiatives What You'll Get in Return A senior leadership role within a well respected engineering manufacturer The opportunity to shape engineering strategy and influence product direction Competitive salary and benefits package Long-term career progression within a growing organisation What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
A rare opportunity for an experienced pig professional to use their production or supply chain expertise to influence the standards that shape the pig sector. As Pig Technical Manager, you will act as the organisation's in house expert on the pig sector, using your technical knowledge and industry insight to develop standards and guidance that are practical, credible and fit for purpose. You will ensure these standards continue to evolve in line with industry developments, emerging challenges and changing consumer expectations, helping the scheme remain current, realistic and respected across the sector. A key part of the role will be representing the scheme across the wider pig supply chain. You will work closely with producers, processors and other stakeholders to promote understanding of the scheme, gather insight from the sector, and ensure the organisation remains closely aligned with a fast moving pig industry. The role: Serve as the organisation's in-house pig sector specialist, maintaining up-to-date industry knowledge, working closely with key stakeholders, and ensuring standards are robust and fit for purpose. Producing technical standards, guidance and other content to underpin and support farm assurance in the pig sector. Work with stakeholders and wider networks to communicate and enhance the value of the scheme for consumers, supply chain and government. Collaborate with colleagues and partner organisations to support assurance delivery and compliance, improving processes, driving efficiency and responding to specific issues as needed Maintain and develop knowledge as a respected, technical expert for the sector Hybrid working: This is a hybrid role with flexibility around home and office working, however maintaining a regular presence in the London office is important. The role will also involve travel to attend events and visit stakeholders as required. About you: Deep understanding of pig production and the wider supply chain Excellent communication skills and ability to influence stakeholders Demonstrate strong attention to detail Degree (or equivalent) relevant to agriculture or food production Auditing and standards experience (Desirable) The package: Competitive salary reflective of experience How do I apply? For more information and an informal confidential discussion please call Harry Porter on: or e-mail your CV and covering letter To . Thank you. De Lacy Executive Recruitment will upload your CV to our database and retain some data about you in order to process your application. More information about our processing activities can be found at . Please be assured that all contact is treated in complete confidence and your details will not be passed to a third party without your prior permission. Please note that this advertisement is not a job description and you should satisfy yourself about the full details at interview. De Lacy Executive Recruitment is an Approved member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, which promotes high standards in recruitment practice, and is registered with the Information Commissioners Office. De Lacy Executive Recruitment complies with all relevant data protection legislation.
May 05, 2026
Full time
A rare opportunity for an experienced pig professional to use their production or supply chain expertise to influence the standards that shape the pig sector. As Pig Technical Manager, you will act as the organisation's in house expert on the pig sector, using your technical knowledge and industry insight to develop standards and guidance that are practical, credible and fit for purpose. You will ensure these standards continue to evolve in line with industry developments, emerging challenges and changing consumer expectations, helping the scheme remain current, realistic and respected across the sector. A key part of the role will be representing the scheme across the wider pig supply chain. You will work closely with producers, processors and other stakeholders to promote understanding of the scheme, gather insight from the sector, and ensure the organisation remains closely aligned with a fast moving pig industry. The role: Serve as the organisation's in-house pig sector specialist, maintaining up-to-date industry knowledge, working closely with key stakeholders, and ensuring standards are robust and fit for purpose. Producing technical standards, guidance and other content to underpin and support farm assurance in the pig sector. Work with stakeholders and wider networks to communicate and enhance the value of the scheme for consumers, supply chain and government. Collaborate with colleagues and partner organisations to support assurance delivery and compliance, improving processes, driving efficiency and responding to specific issues as needed Maintain and develop knowledge as a respected, technical expert for the sector Hybrid working: This is a hybrid role with flexibility around home and office working, however maintaining a regular presence in the London office is important. The role will also involve travel to attend events and visit stakeholders as required. About you: Deep understanding of pig production and the wider supply chain Excellent communication skills and ability to influence stakeholders Demonstrate strong attention to detail Degree (or equivalent) relevant to agriculture or food production Auditing and standards experience (Desirable) The package: Competitive salary reflective of experience How do I apply? For more information and an informal confidential discussion please call Harry Porter on: or e-mail your CV and covering letter To . Thank you. De Lacy Executive Recruitment will upload your CV to our database and retain some data about you in order to process your application. More information about our processing activities can be found at . Please be assured that all contact is treated in complete confidence and your details will not be passed to a third party without your prior permission. Please note that this advertisement is not a job description and you should satisfy yourself about the full details at interview. De Lacy Executive Recruitment is an Approved member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, which promotes high standards in recruitment practice, and is registered with the Information Commissioners Office. De Lacy Executive Recruitment complies with all relevant data protection legislation.
Senior Finance Manager Wilmslow (3 days, 2 days remote) £70,000 - £75,000 plus bonus Privately Owned Investment Group We are working with a privately owned investment group based in Wilmslow to appoint a Senior Finance Manager into a newly created role, supporting a high-calibre Finance Director. This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-moving, multi-entity environment with exposure across investments, property and operating businesses, all within a highly flexible and entrepreneurial setting. The Role You will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accurate reporting, strong controls and clear financial insight across a complex group structure. Working closely with the Finance Director, you will play a key role in building a robust, scalable finance function. Key responsibilities Ownership of month-end and management reporting Managing multi-entity accounting and intercompany processes Leading cashflow forecasting and treasury management Supporting budgeting and forecasting Embedding controls, governance and financial discipline Overseeing payroll, expenses and operational finance Acting as a key point of contact for external advisers and stakeholders The Opportunity This is not a standard Senior Finance Manager role. You will operate at the centre of a diverse and evolving group structure, gaining exposure to: Investment and portfolio businesses Property and asset-backed structures Strategic financial decision-making alongside senior leadership The role offers genuine scope to shape the finance function and support the next phase of growth. The Person Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with: Experience in a multi-entity or complex environment Strong grounding in financial control, reporting and cash management High levels of attention to detail and discretion The ability to operate autonomously in a fast-paced setting Strong Excel and systems capability Experience within a family office, investment, or owner-led business would be highly advantageous. Salary & Benefits £70,000 - £80,000 base salary Bonus Flexible working (3 days in the office, 2 remote) Strong long-term progression under an experienced Finance Director Why Apply? High exposure role with real breadth across finance, investments and operations Opportunity to build and improve a finance function Work directly with senior leadership in a trusted, high-impact position Flexible working environment in a premium Wilmslow location Zachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy. Specialising in Buying, Merchandising & Ecommerce Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production Finance HR & Talent H&S & Compliance Marketing, Digital & Technology Property & Centre Management Retail, Trade, Leisure & Wholesale Operations Senior Appointments & Exec Sales Supply Chain & Logistics BBBH35695
May 05, 2026
Full time
Senior Finance Manager Wilmslow (3 days, 2 days remote) £70,000 - £75,000 plus bonus Privately Owned Investment Group We are working with a privately owned investment group based in Wilmslow to appoint a Senior Finance Manager into a newly created role, supporting a high-calibre Finance Director. This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-moving, multi-entity environment with exposure across investments, property and operating businesses, all within a highly flexible and entrepreneurial setting. The Role You will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accurate reporting, strong controls and clear financial insight across a complex group structure. Working closely with the Finance Director, you will play a key role in building a robust, scalable finance function. Key responsibilities Ownership of month-end and management reporting Managing multi-entity accounting and intercompany processes Leading cashflow forecasting and treasury management Supporting budgeting and forecasting Embedding controls, governance and financial discipline Overseeing payroll, expenses and operational finance Acting as a key point of contact for external advisers and stakeholders The Opportunity This is not a standard Senior Finance Manager role. You will operate at the centre of a diverse and evolving group structure, gaining exposure to: Investment and portfolio businesses Property and asset-backed structures Strategic financial decision-making alongside senior leadership The role offers genuine scope to shape the finance function and support the next phase of growth. The Person Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with: Experience in a multi-entity or complex environment Strong grounding in financial control, reporting and cash management High levels of attention to detail and discretion The ability to operate autonomously in a fast-paced setting Strong Excel and systems capability Experience within a family office, investment, or owner-led business would be highly advantageous. Salary & Benefits £70,000 - £80,000 base salary Bonus Flexible working (3 days in the office, 2 remote) Strong long-term progression under an experienced Finance Director Why Apply? High exposure role with real breadth across finance, investments and operations Opportunity to build and improve a finance function Work directly with senior leadership in a trusted, high-impact position Flexible working environment in a premium Wilmslow location Zachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy. Specialising in Buying, Merchandising & Ecommerce Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production Finance HR & Talent H&S & Compliance Marketing, Digital & Technology Property & Centre Management Retail, Trade, Leisure & Wholesale Operations Senior Appointments & Exec Sales Supply Chain & Logistics BBBH35695
Procurement Assistant Essex £30,000 An established international manufacturing organisation is looking to appoint a Procurement Assistant to support its purchasing and supply chain operations. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working with suppliers, managing data accurately and supporting internal teams to ensure materials and services are available when needed. The Role Working closely with the Procurement Manager, you will play a key part in day to day purchasing activity across both direct and indirect spend. You'll be responsible for raising and progressing purchase orders, communicating with suppliers, and keeping procurement data up to date within the ERP system. The role sits at the heart of operations, requiring close collaboration with production, engineering and technical teams. Key Responsibilities Issue requests for quotation and assess supplier responses for a range of purchased components and services Raise and manage purchase orders generated through MRP, internal requisitions and inter-company requirements Maintain accurate purchasing data within the ERP system, including order acknowledgements and updates Monitor supplier performance, resolving issues relating to pricing, delivery or discrepancies Act as a key point of contact for supplier queries via a shared procurement inbox Liaise regularly with internal departments to provide updates on order status and potential delays Support routine MRP activity and respond to material requirements as they arise Assist with continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving efficiency and cost control Provide general administrative and operational support to the wider procurement function About You Previous experience in a procurement, purchasing or supply chain support role Comfortable working with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications Highly organised with strong attention to detail and data accuracy Confident communicator, able to work effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders Able to prioritise workload and remain calm when working to tight deadlines Proactive problem solver with a willingness to learn and develop Qualifications GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English Professional purchasing qualifications (such as CIPS) are advantageous but not essential What's on Offer Competitive salary Generous annual leave allowance plus bank holidays Pension and life assurance options Wellbeing and employee support programmes Structured induction and ongoing training Opportunities for long-term development and career progression Social events and additional lifestyle benefits
May 05, 2026
Full time
Procurement Assistant Essex £30,000 An established international manufacturing organisation is looking to appoint a Procurement Assistant to support its purchasing and supply chain operations. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working with suppliers, managing data accurately and supporting internal teams to ensure materials and services are available when needed. The Role Working closely with the Procurement Manager, you will play a key part in day to day purchasing activity across both direct and indirect spend. You'll be responsible for raising and progressing purchase orders, communicating with suppliers, and keeping procurement data up to date within the ERP system. The role sits at the heart of operations, requiring close collaboration with production, engineering and technical teams. Key Responsibilities Issue requests for quotation and assess supplier responses for a range of purchased components and services Raise and manage purchase orders generated through MRP, internal requisitions and inter-company requirements Maintain accurate purchasing data within the ERP system, including order acknowledgements and updates Monitor supplier performance, resolving issues relating to pricing, delivery or discrepancies Act as a key point of contact for supplier queries via a shared procurement inbox Liaise regularly with internal departments to provide updates on order status and potential delays Support routine MRP activity and respond to material requirements as they arise Assist with continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving efficiency and cost control Provide general administrative and operational support to the wider procurement function About You Previous experience in a procurement, purchasing or supply chain support role Comfortable working with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications Highly organised with strong attention to detail and data accuracy Confident communicator, able to work effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders Able to prioritise workload and remain calm when working to tight deadlines Proactive problem solver with a willingness to learn and develop Qualifications GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English Professional purchasing qualifications (such as CIPS) are advantageous but not essential What's on Offer Competitive salary Generous annual leave allowance plus bank holidays Pension and life assurance options Wellbeing and employee support programmes Structured induction and ongoing training Opportunities for long-term development and career progression Social events and additional lifestyle benefits
Senior Administrator Required Derby £28,000 £32,000 Full-time 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Immediate Start Available SF Partners are working exclusively with a growing and forward thinking business in Derby to recruit a Senior Administrator. This role is perfect for someone with a strong administrative background (Administrator, PA, Office Manager, Customer Service Admin) who is immediately available and ready to step into a busy, varied position where they can make a real impact from day one. We are focused on finding someone organised, proactive, and confident who can become a key support within the team. The Role This is a broad, hands on administrative role supporting the wider Supply Chain function. You ll be a central point of coordination, helping keep operations running smoothly. Day-to-day responsibilities include: Supporting supplier onboarding and maintaining compliance records Ensuring documentation is accurate and up to date Raising and processing purchase orders Liaising with suppliers to track orders and resolve queries Investigating discrepancies Supporting reporting and general administrative processes We re looking for someone who: Has previous experience in an administrative role Is highly organised with strong attention to detail Is a confident communicator (phone & email) Can hit the ground running and manage a busy workload Has good IT skills, including Excel Brings a positive, can do attitude and enjoys supporting others This role would suit candidates from varied backgrounds such as: Administrator PA / Personal Assistant Office Manager Customer Service Administrator If you re available immediately and looking for a new administrative opportunity where you can really add value, we d love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch with SF Partners for more information.
May 05, 2026
Seasonal
Senior Administrator Required Derby £28,000 £32,000 Full-time 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Immediate Start Available SF Partners are working exclusively with a growing and forward thinking business in Derby to recruit a Senior Administrator. This role is perfect for someone with a strong administrative background (Administrator, PA, Office Manager, Customer Service Admin) who is immediately available and ready to step into a busy, varied position where they can make a real impact from day one. We are focused on finding someone organised, proactive, and confident who can become a key support within the team. The Role This is a broad, hands on administrative role supporting the wider Supply Chain function. You ll be a central point of coordination, helping keep operations running smoothly. Day-to-day responsibilities include: Supporting supplier onboarding and maintaining compliance records Ensuring documentation is accurate and up to date Raising and processing purchase orders Liaising with suppliers to track orders and resolve queries Investigating discrepancies Supporting reporting and general administrative processes We re looking for someone who: Has previous experience in an administrative role Is highly organised with strong attention to detail Is a confident communicator (phone & email) Can hit the ground running and manage a busy workload Has good IT skills, including Excel Brings a positive, can do attitude and enjoys supporting others This role would suit candidates from varied backgrounds such as: Administrator PA / Personal Assistant Office Manager Customer Service Administrator If you re available immediately and looking for a new administrative opportunity where you can really add value, we d love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch with SF Partners for more information.
Application Security Team Lead City of London (hybrid) Up to £100,000 per annum + annual discretionary bonus On behalf of a key client, I am looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Application Security Team Lead to shape, evolve, and elevate our application security capability. This is a high-impact role where you'll embed security into modern engineering practices, influence technical direction, and enable secure delivery at scale across our organisation. As the Application Security Team Lead, you'll take ownership of how application security is delivered across the business, ensuring it is practical, automated, and seamlessly integrated into engineering workflows. Reporting to the Cyber Security Technical Manager, you'll lead a small but growing team while remaining hands-on with tooling, standards, and secure-by-design practices. The organisation can offer this role on a hybrid working basis with a non-negotiable 3 day per week in their London office, therefore you must be within reasonable commuting distance. Responsibilities: Leading, developing, and supporting the Application Security team to deliver high-quality AppSec services. Owning and operating application security tooling (including SAST and DAST) to ensure effective coverage across all in-scope applications. Embedding automated security testing and guardrails into CI/CD pipelines in partnership with engineering and platform teams. Defining and maintaining secure development standards, secure coding guidelines, and threat-modelling practices. Providing practical, risk-based security guidance to engineering, product, and architecture teams. Working with our Vulnerability Lead to drive identification, triage, and prioritisation of application vulnerabilities. Establishing and tracking key AppSec metrics, including remediation timelines and tooling coverage. Building and running a security champions programme to scale secure-by-design thinking across engineering. Supporting secure architecture and design reviews, especially for cloud-native and API-driven systems. Staying ahead of emerging threats, technologies, and development practices-including software supply chain and AI-assisted development. Experience/Skills required: 5+ years' experience in an application security, or a related role, including 2+ years focused on AppSec. Experience leading, mentoring, or coaching engineers or security professionals. Hands-on experience with AppSec tooling (SAST, DAST, SCA, secrets management). Experience integrating security controls into CI/CD pipelines (eg, GitHub, AWS DevOps). Strong understanding of Agile, DevOps, and cloud-native architectures. Practical experience with secure coding, threat modelling, and vulnerability management. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritise risk in line with business needs.
May 05, 2026
Full time
Application Security Team Lead City of London (hybrid) Up to £100,000 per annum + annual discretionary bonus On behalf of a key client, I am looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Application Security Team Lead to shape, evolve, and elevate our application security capability. This is a high-impact role where you'll embed security into modern engineering practices, influence technical direction, and enable secure delivery at scale across our organisation. As the Application Security Team Lead, you'll take ownership of how application security is delivered across the business, ensuring it is practical, automated, and seamlessly integrated into engineering workflows. Reporting to the Cyber Security Technical Manager, you'll lead a small but growing team while remaining hands-on with tooling, standards, and secure-by-design practices. The organisation can offer this role on a hybrid working basis with a non-negotiable 3 day per week in their London office, therefore you must be within reasonable commuting distance. Responsibilities: Leading, developing, and supporting the Application Security team to deliver high-quality AppSec services. Owning and operating application security tooling (including SAST and DAST) to ensure effective coverage across all in-scope applications. Embedding automated security testing and guardrails into CI/CD pipelines in partnership with engineering and platform teams. Defining and maintaining secure development standards, secure coding guidelines, and threat-modelling practices. Providing practical, risk-based security guidance to engineering, product, and architecture teams. Working with our Vulnerability Lead to drive identification, triage, and prioritisation of application vulnerabilities. Establishing and tracking key AppSec metrics, including remediation timelines and tooling coverage. Building and running a security champions programme to scale secure-by-design thinking across engineering. Supporting secure architecture and design reviews, especially for cloud-native and API-driven systems. Staying ahead of emerging threats, technologies, and development practices-including software supply chain and AI-assisted development. Experience/Skills required: 5+ years' experience in an application security, or a related role, including 2+ years focused on AppSec. Experience leading, mentoring, or coaching engineers or security professionals. Hands-on experience with AppSec tooling (SAST, DAST, SCA, secrets management). Experience integrating security controls into CI/CD pipelines (eg, GitHub, AWS DevOps). Strong understanding of Agile, DevOps, and cloud-native architectures. Practical experience with secure coding, threat modelling, and vulnerability management. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritise risk in line with business needs.
Description Starling is the UK's first and leading digital bank on a mission to fix banking! We built a new kind of bank because we knew technology had the power to help people save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. We're a fully licensed UK bank with the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive tech company. We're a bank, but better: fairer, easier to use and designed to demystify money for everyone. We employ more than 3,000 people across our London, Southampton, Cardiff and Manchester offices. Our technologists are at the very heart of Starling and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that revolves around building, creating, and disrupting to keep us on the cutting edge of the industry. Innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. We operate a flat working structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be. Help is never far away either and you will find support in your team and from across the business - we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Starling is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: from contributing code to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five Starling values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Starling - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. In Technology, we're asking that you attend the office a minimum of 1 day per week. About the role Starling is growing our first line Information Technology Risk Management Team (ITRM) and is looking for a technical regulatory compliance manager who is passionate about making a difference in the development of the risk, control and compliance space, and has a drive to facilitate the implementation of compliant technology led solutions to our Banking services. As a member of our first line ITRM team, you will be responsible for ensuring Information Technology complies with the relevant industry rules and regulations, ensuring our regulatory obligations are met, and avoiding any issues which may impact the business adversely. This role will require collaborative working with all stakeholders including second and third line to ensure compliance, operational efficiency and continuous improvement. Reporting to the Chief IT Control Officer via the Technical Resilience Director, you will have the responsibility for the protection of Information Technology's reputation and integrity through the coordination of first line compliance activities and the preparation for regulatory attestations and accreditations. This will enable Information Technology to contribute to the delivery of the Bank's integrity and reputation through demonstrable compliance delivery. What you'll get to do: Monitoring and the provision of evidence to support compliance with laws, regulations and internal policies Supporting the SMF24 and others with responsibilities under SMCR to enable the delivery of regulatory expectations; ensuring timely and accurate submission of attestations Support the evolving regulatory compliance work associated with operational resilience and in Technology's Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery planning, including the assurance of compliance across the technology supply chain Interpreting and communicating regulatory changes, ensuring that all findings are recorded and followed up with appropriate stakeholders / teams The investigation of any irregularities, breaches and non-compliance issues Championing compliance best practice and contributing to robust and effective compliance controls within the organisation The performance of risk assessments, technology led thematic reviews and internal compliance audits to understand compliance risk level, significance and scope IT policy development: advisory and assurance across the compliance elements / implications within the IT governance documentation suite Helping the business function to identify solutions to compliance issues The implementation of preventative and/or corrective measures to mitigate compliance risk Creation of a function-wide compliance culture through the education about regulation and industry best practices, with insight into the impact of non-compliance on the organisation The review of technical change to assure compliance with regulatory / scheme requirements Ensuring that the correct internal policies and procedures are in place to achieve compliance with external regulations. Assisting in the gathering of internal information in response to regulatory requests Managing voluntary best practice relating to professional standards Collaborating with other departments / functions / lines of defense to create a culture of compliance Compliance monitoring including the development and tracking of compliance metrics and ensuring adherence to internal controls Investigating compliance violations or irregularities Reporting on current compliance risks and compliance performance across Information Technology Highlighting / escalating areas of concern to the Information Technology departmental and team leads, risk owners and Chief IT Control Officer as required. Keeping up to date with the evolving regulatory environment. Requirements Have a comprehensive understanding and working knowledge of the UK's regulatory environment and sourcebooks Be able to advise and make recommendations to the business on regulatory compliance matters identify opportunities for and where appropriate recommend business process improvements to ensure compliance Have a pragmatic approach and be able to work collaboratively within the compliance spaces across a technology driven environment Have an understanding of compliance risks across technology, information security and regulatory environments Have an understanding of the principles of IT Risk Management Have knowledge of ISO accreditations against which to monitor compliance Have knowledge of industry standards such as COBIT, NIST, SOC I and SOC II, and PCI-DSS against which to monitor compliance Have previous knowledge of CASS, BACS, SCV, Pay UK and Swift CSP against which to monitor compliance Be proficient in working with external auditors Share knowledge and provide guidance on internal bank first line or similar related processes. Take responsibility and do the right thing for customers, colleagues and partners. Experience across one or more of these areas is useful but it is not expected that you will have worked in all of these. The following skills and experience are desirable: Experience working within financial services, specifically within technology risk management. Experience working with key stakeholders, developing working relationships and providing insightful management reporting / information. Good attention to detail as you are likely to be examining laws and regulations and checking compliance Working knowledge of SMCR requirements Ability to influence across multiple stakeholders information to technical and non-technical audiences Flexibility in your approach to meeting goals as part of the wider team. Benefits 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status . click apply for full job details
May 05, 2026
Full time
Description Starling is the UK's first and leading digital bank on a mission to fix banking! We built a new kind of bank because we knew technology had the power to help people save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. We're a fully licensed UK bank with the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive tech company. We're a bank, but better: fairer, easier to use and designed to demystify money for everyone. We employ more than 3,000 people across our London, Southampton, Cardiff and Manchester offices. Our technologists are at the very heart of Starling and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that revolves around building, creating, and disrupting to keep us on the cutting edge of the industry. Innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. We operate a flat working structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be. Help is never far away either and you will find support in your team and from across the business - we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Starling is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: from contributing code to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five Starling values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Starling - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. In Technology, we're asking that you attend the office a minimum of 1 day per week. About the role Starling is growing our first line Information Technology Risk Management Team (ITRM) and is looking for a technical regulatory compliance manager who is passionate about making a difference in the development of the risk, control and compliance space, and has a drive to facilitate the implementation of compliant technology led solutions to our Banking services. As a member of our first line ITRM team, you will be responsible for ensuring Information Technology complies with the relevant industry rules and regulations, ensuring our regulatory obligations are met, and avoiding any issues which may impact the business adversely. This role will require collaborative working with all stakeholders including second and third line to ensure compliance, operational efficiency and continuous improvement. Reporting to the Chief IT Control Officer via the Technical Resilience Director, you will have the responsibility for the protection of Information Technology's reputation and integrity through the coordination of first line compliance activities and the preparation for regulatory attestations and accreditations. This will enable Information Technology to contribute to the delivery of the Bank's integrity and reputation through demonstrable compliance delivery. What you'll get to do: Monitoring and the provision of evidence to support compliance with laws, regulations and internal policies Supporting the SMF24 and others with responsibilities under SMCR to enable the delivery of regulatory expectations; ensuring timely and accurate submission of attestations Support the evolving regulatory compliance work associated with operational resilience and in Technology's Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery planning, including the assurance of compliance across the technology supply chain Interpreting and communicating regulatory changes, ensuring that all findings are recorded and followed up with appropriate stakeholders / teams The investigation of any irregularities, breaches and non-compliance issues Championing compliance best practice and contributing to robust and effective compliance controls within the organisation The performance of risk assessments, technology led thematic reviews and internal compliance audits to understand compliance risk level, significance and scope IT policy development: advisory and assurance across the compliance elements / implications within the IT governance documentation suite Helping the business function to identify solutions to compliance issues The implementation of preventative and/or corrective measures to mitigate compliance risk Creation of a function-wide compliance culture through the education about regulation and industry best practices, with insight into the impact of non-compliance on the organisation The review of technical change to assure compliance with regulatory / scheme requirements Ensuring that the correct internal policies and procedures are in place to achieve compliance with external regulations. Assisting in the gathering of internal information in response to regulatory requests Managing voluntary best practice relating to professional standards Collaborating with other departments / functions / lines of defense to create a culture of compliance Compliance monitoring including the development and tracking of compliance metrics and ensuring adherence to internal controls Investigating compliance violations or irregularities Reporting on current compliance risks and compliance performance across Information Technology Highlighting / escalating areas of concern to the Information Technology departmental and team leads, risk owners and Chief IT Control Officer as required. Keeping up to date with the evolving regulatory environment. Requirements Have a comprehensive understanding and working knowledge of the UK's regulatory environment and sourcebooks Be able to advise and make recommendations to the business on regulatory compliance matters identify opportunities for and where appropriate recommend business process improvements to ensure compliance Have a pragmatic approach and be able to work collaboratively within the compliance spaces across a technology driven environment Have an understanding of compliance risks across technology, information security and regulatory environments Have an understanding of the principles of IT Risk Management Have knowledge of ISO accreditations against which to monitor compliance Have knowledge of industry standards such as COBIT, NIST, SOC I and SOC II, and PCI-DSS against which to monitor compliance Have previous knowledge of CASS, BACS, SCV, Pay UK and Swift CSP against which to monitor compliance Be proficient in working with external auditors Share knowledge and provide guidance on internal bank first line or similar related processes. Take responsibility and do the right thing for customers, colleagues and partners. Experience across one or more of these areas is useful but it is not expected that you will have worked in all of these. The following skills and experience are desirable: Experience working within financial services, specifically within technology risk management. Experience working with key stakeholders, developing working relationships and providing insightful management reporting / information. Good attention to detail as you are likely to be examining laws and regulations and checking compliance Working knowledge of SMCR requirements Ability to influence across multiple stakeholders information to technical and non-technical audiences Flexibility in your approach to meeting goals as part of the wider team. Benefits 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status . click apply for full job details
This role offers a strong entry point for a graduate looking to build a career in agricultural assurance. As a Technical Executive, you'll work closely with experienced colleagues to support the development and delivery of farm assurance standards. You'll be involved in the technical detail behind how standards are shaped, governed and applied, helping ensure they remain practical, credible and fit for purpose. You'll contribute to the creation of technical guidance and supporting resources, use data and digital tools to produce meaningful management information, and take part in engagement with external stakeholders. This will include attending meetings, contributing to discussions and, over time, representing the organisation across the wider food and farming sector. This is a hybrid role, with around two days per week based in the London office to support learning, collaboration and development. If you're technically curious, comfortable working with detail, and keen to understand the wider issues shaping food, farming and assurance, this role provides a solid platform to build from. The role: Support Technical Managers and other colleagues with standards development, stakeholder liaison, governance process and delivery of farm assurance. Produce technical guidance and other resources to support standards and assurance delivery. Utilise technology and data to produce management information Attend external meetings, contributing to discussions, and network with key stakeholders . Build knowledge of issues affecting food, farming and assurance (policy, markets, NGOs, customer requirements, other schemes) and utilise this to the benefit of the organisation. About you: Knowledge of agriculture and farming Willingness to learn Attention to detail Interest in legislation Degree or equivalent in agriculture, food science or similar Experience in auditing/compliance (Desirable) The package: Competitive salary reflective of experience How do I apply? For more information and an informal confidential discussion please call Harry Porter on: or e-mail your CV and covering letter To . Thank you. De Lacy Executive Recruitment will upload your CV to our database and retain some data about you in order to process your application. More information about our processing activities can be found at . Please be assured that all contact is treated in complete confidence and your details will not be passed to a third party without your prior permission. Please note that this advertisement is not a job description and you should satisfy yourself about the full details at interview. De Lacy Executive Recruitment is an Approved member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, which promotes high standards in recruitment practice, and is registered with the Information Commissioners Office. De Lacy Executive Recruitment complies with all relevant data protection legislation.
May 05, 2026
Full time
This role offers a strong entry point for a graduate looking to build a career in agricultural assurance. As a Technical Executive, you'll work closely with experienced colleagues to support the development and delivery of farm assurance standards. You'll be involved in the technical detail behind how standards are shaped, governed and applied, helping ensure they remain practical, credible and fit for purpose. You'll contribute to the creation of technical guidance and supporting resources, use data and digital tools to produce meaningful management information, and take part in engagement with external stakeholders. This will include attending meetings, contributing to discussions and, over time, representing the organisation across the wider food and farming sector. This is a hybrid role, with around two days per week based in the London office to support learning, collaboration and development. If you're technically curious, comfortable working with detail, and keen to understand the wider issues shaping food, farming and assurance, this role provides a solid platform to build from. The role: Support Technical Managers and other colleagues with standards development, stakeholder liaison, governance process and delivery of farm assurance. Produce technical guidance and other resources to support standards and assurance delivery. Utilise technology and data to produce management information Attend external meetings, contributing to discussions, and network with key stakeholders . Build knowledge of issues affecting food, farming and assurance (policy, markets, NGOs, customer requirements, other schemes) and utilise this to the benefit of the organisation. About you: Knowledge of agriculture and farming Willingness to learn Attention to detail Interest in legislation Degree or equivalent in agriculture, food science or similar Experience in auditing/compliance (Desirable) The package: Competitive salary reflective of experience How do I apply? For more information and an informal confidential discussion please call Harry Porter on: or e-mail your CV and covering letter To . Thank you. De Lacy Executive Recruitment will upload your CV to our database and retain some data about you in order to process your application. More information about our processing activities can be found at . Please be assured that all contact is treated in complete confidence and your details will not be passed to a third party without your prior permission. Please note that this advertisement is not a job description and you should satisfy yourself about the full details at interview. De Lacy Executive Recruitment is an Approved member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, which promotes high standards in recruitment practice, and is registered with the Information Commissioners Office. De Lacy Executive Recruitment complies with all relevant data protection legislation.
Wallace Hind Selection LTD
Astwood Bank, Worcestershire
A global distributor of speciality products who provide bespoke technical solutions to wide range of industries is currently looking for a commercial Purchasing Manager. Ideally, you will have experience working for, or with, an established distributor or distribution network. This opportunity is ideally suited to a commercially minded professional seeking a hands-on role in a rapidly growing business. BASIC SALARY: Competitive depending on experience BENEFITS: 10% bonus paid annually Pension scheme LOCATION: Midlands - This is an office-based role predominantly out of our Warwickshire site COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Warwick, Redditch, Worcester, Cheltenham, Coventry, Birmingham JOB DESCRIPTION: Purchasing Manager - Adhesives / Automotive The primary focus of this Purchasing Manager role is to ensure our Purchasing department continues to play a pivotal role in our business's growth ambitions. You will have a key role in delivering a Purchasing strategy in an environment focussed on continuous improvement and growth. Key elements of the role will be to: Develop and oversee 3 existing purchasing staff across the UK Oversee total UK & European spend (£25 million t/o) Drive improved commercial terms across the supplier base including pricing, rebates, MOQs and payment terms Assess how to get best value out of the current procurement relationships (500 active, circa 20 main partners) and where needed, rationalise our supplier portfolio KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Purchasing Manager - Adhesives / Automotive Ideally, you will be a qualified procurement specialist holding either CIPs/MCIPs or the equivalent and have some direct working experience in a technical environment. You are excited by the prospect of joining a business that is looking to significantly improve its turnover and profitability in the coming years. You will also have: A hands-on approach and be prepared to listen and be circumspect, but also be happy to make hard decisions and shoulder the consequences Proven purchasing experience, ideally in a technical B2B environment (Chemical, Adhesives, Coatings, Paints, Resins, Abrasives) Strong experience of working for a distributor or for a business that sell through established distribution networks Strong commercial instincts with the confidence and gravitas to challenge suppliers when needed Comfort in simplicity, where new processes are required, we want efficiency and not complex over engineering Good understanding of inventory, supply chain and shelf-life considerations (over 2000 SKUs) The desire to run point on building an efficient and commercially effective function You will be strong willed, commercial and confident in your approach and experienced in a similar change/growth environment. THE COMPANY: For over three decades, we have been supplying Aerospace, Defence, Automotive & Electronics and many other industries with high-grade materials from our UK office. Offering adhesives, silicones, tapes, lubricants, O-rings and related products. We work together with our customers and suppliers to provide the perfect service and product solutions for their specialist business environment. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18462, Wallace Hind Selection
May 05, 2026
Full time
A global distributor of speciality products who provide bespoke technical solutions to wide range of industries is currently looking for a commercial Purchasing Manager. Ideally, you will have experience working for, or with, an established distributor or distribution network. This opportunity is ideally suited to a commercially minded professional seeking a hands-on role in a rapidly growing business. BASIC SALARY: Competitive depending on experience BENEFITS: 10% bonus paid annually Pension scheme LOCATION: Midlands - This is an office-based role predominantly out of our Warwickshire site COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Warwick, Redditch, Worcester, Cheltenham, Coventry, Birmingham JOB DESCRIPTION: Purchasing Manager - Adhesives / Automotive The primary focus of this Purchasing Manager role is to ensure our Purchasing department continues to play a pivotal role in our business's growth ambitions. You will have a key role in delivering a Purchasing strategy in an environment focussed on continuous improvement and growth. Key elements of the role will be to: Develop and oversee 3 existing purchasing staff across the UK Oversee total UK & European spend (£25 million t/o) Drive improved commercial terms across the supplier base including pricing, rebates, MOQs and payment terms Assess how to get best value out of the current procurement relationships (500 active, circa 20 main partners) and where needed, rationalise our supplier portfolio KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Purchasing Manager - Adhesives / Automotive Ideally, you will be a qualified procurement specialist holding either CIPs/MCIPs or the equivalent and have some direct working experience in a technical environment. You are excited by the prospect of joining a business that is looking to significantly improve its turnover and profitability in the coming years. You will also have: A hands-on approach and be prepared to listen and be circumspect, but also be happy to make hard decisions and shoulder the consequences Proven purchasing experience, ideally in a technical B2B environment (Chemical, Adhesives, Coatings, Paints, Resins, Abrasives) Strong experience of working for a distributor or for a business that sell through established distribution networks Strong commercial instincts with the confidence and gravitas to challenge suppliers when needed Comfort in simplicity, where new processes are required, we want efficiency and not complex over engineering Good understanding of inventory, supply chain and shelf-life considerations (over 2000 SKUs) The desire to run point on building an efficient and commercially effective function You will be strong willed, commercial and confident in your approach and experienced in a similar change/growth environment. THE COMPANY: For over three decades, we have been supplying Aerospace, Defence, Automotive & Electronics and many other industries with high-grade materials from our UK office. Offering adhesives, silicones, tapes, lubricants, O-rings and related products. We work together with our customers and suppliers to provide the perfect service and product solutions for their specialist business environment. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18462, Wallace Hind Selection
About the Role Azelis is seeking a highly motivated Technical Product Manager to join our Pharmaceutical, Healthcare & Nutraceuticals business unit in the UK.This role is responsible for delivering technical, formulation and regulatory support to customers and principals, ensuring the successful introduction, management, and compliance of pharmaceutical products across the portfolio.This is a hybrid working role based in Hertford , with occasional travel required within the UK and EU. Job Purpose Responsible for the Technical & Regulatory support of our Customers and Principals. Principal Accountabilities Manage the technical introduction of new products into the Company Liaise with Principals on Technical product related issues. Support the sales/market managers in pursuit of the Business Unit targets and objectives, as well as maintain the technical database and portal, and deliver business maintenance to the customers. Responsible for technical contact at specific customer accounts. Providing technical information and regulatory advice. Handle quality issues and product rejections, co-ordinate responses between supplier and customer. Assist in the preparation of marketing and advertising material. Maintain awareness of new technical developments. Application support to Customers and Principals Implement company procedures as required. Provide technical support to local SHEQ Manager. Produce Visit Reports and record other customer and Principal interactions in a timely manner. Take technical responsibility for products and interactions with designated Principals. Working closely with the Product Managers managing these Principals Keeping the Portal Updated with the latest technical documentation for your designated Principals Supply Chain Mapping Completion of Customer Quality & Technical Questionnaires Key Skills Bachelor degree in relevant field Strong technical knowledge of the products and technologies used within our marketplace Excellent communication skills Ability to work under pressure Analytical skills Fluent in English Ability to liaise with people at all levels both internally and externally Team player Commercial AwarenessAzelis is a leading global innovation service provider in the specialty chemical and food ingredients industry, present in 63 countries across the globe with over 3,800 employees. Our knowledgeable teams of industry, market and technical experts are each dedicated to a specific market within Life Sciences and Industrial Chemicals. We offer a lateral value chain of complementary products to more than 59,000 customers, supported by +2,700 principal relationships, creating a turnover of €4.1 billion (2022). Azelis Group NV is listed on Euronext Brussels under ticker AZE.Across our extensive network of more than 60 application laboratories, our award-winning staff help develop formulations and provide technical guidance throughout the customers' product development process. We combine a global market reach with a local footprint to offer a reliable, integrated, and unique digital service to local customers and attractive -business opportunities to principals. Top industry-rated by Sustainalytics, Azelis is a leader in sustainability. We believe in building and nurturing solid, honest and transparent relationships with our people and partners.Impact through ideas. Innovation through formulation.Azelis Americas is an equal opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. You can view the EEOC Know Your Rights poster .Azelis Americas' U.S. entities participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Azelis is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.Azelis Americas is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans during our application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at .
May 05, 2026
Full time
About the Role Azelis is seeking a highly motivated Technical Product Manager to join our Pharmaceutical, Healthcare & Nutraceuticals business unit in the UK.This role is responsible for delivering technical, formulation and regulatory support to customers and principals, ensuring the successful introduction, management, and compliance of pharmaceutical products across the portfolio.This is a hybrid working role based in Hertford , with occasional travel required within the UK and EU. Job Purpose Responsible for the Technical & Regulatory support of our Customers and Principals. Principal Accountabilities Manage the technical introduction of new products into the Company Liaise with Principals on Technical product related issues. Support the sales/market managers in pursuit of the Business Unit targets and objectives, as well as maintain the technical database and portal, and deliver business maintenance to the customers. Responsible for technical contact at specific customer accounts. Providing technical information and regulatory advice. Handle quality issues and product rejections, co-ordinate responses between supplier and customer. Assist in the preparation of marketing and advertising material. Maintain awareness of new technical developments. Application support to Customers and Principals Implement company procedures as required. Provide technical support to local SHEQ Manager. Produce Visit Reports and record other customer and Principal interactions in a timely manner. Take technical responsibility for products and interactions with designated Principals. Working closely with the Product Managers managing these Principals Keeping the Portal Updated with the latest technical documentation for your designated Principals Supply Chain Mapping Completion of Customer Quality & Technical Questionnaires Key Skills Bachelor degree in relevant field Strong technical knowledge of the products and technologies used within our marketplace Excellent communication skills Ability to work under pressure Analytical skills Fluent in English Ability to liaise with people at all levels both internally and externally Team player Commercial AwarenessAzelis is a leading global innovation service provider in the specialty chemical and food ingredients industry, present in 63 countries across the globe with over 3,800 employees. Our knowledgeable teams of industry, market and technical experts are each dedicated to a specific market within Life Sciences and Industrial Chemicals. We offer a lateral value chain of complementary products to more than 59,000 customers, supported by +2,700 principal relationships, creating a turnover of €4.1 billion (2022). Azelis Group NV is listed on Euronext Brussels under ticker AZE.Across our extensive network of more than 60 application laboratories, our award-winning staff help develop formulations and provide technical guidance throughout the customers' product development process. We combine a global market reach with a local footprint to offer a reliable, integrated, and unique digital service to local customers and attractive -business opportunities to principals. Top industry-rated by Sustainalytics, Azelis is a leader in sustainability. We believe in building and nurturing solid, honest and transparent relationships with our people and partners.Impact through ideas. Innovation through formulation.Azelis Americas is an equal opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. You can view the EEOC Know Your Rights poster .Azelis Americas' U.S. entities participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Azelis is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.Azelis Americas is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans during our application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at .
Wallace Hind Selection LTD
Worcester, Worcestershire
A global distributor of speciality products who provide bespoke technical solutions to wide range of industries is currently looking for a commercial Purchasing Manager. Ideally, you will have experience working for, or with, an established distributor or distribution network. This opportunity is ideally suited to a commercially minded professional seeking a hands-on role in a rapidly growing business. BASIC SALARY: Competitive depending on experience BENEFITS: 10% bonus paid annually Pension scheme LOCATION: Midlands - This is an office-based role predominantly out of our Warwickshire site COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Warwick, Redditch, Worcester, Cheltenham, Coventry, Birmingham JOB DESCRIPTION: Purchasing Manager - Adhesives / Automotive The primary focus of this Purchasing Manager role is to ensure our Purchasing department continues to play a pivotal role in our business's growth ambitions. You will have a key role in delivering a Purchasing strategy in an environment focussed on continuous improvement and growth. Key elements of the role will be to: Develop and oversee 3 existing purchasing staff across the UK Oversee total UK & European spend (£25 million t/o) Drive improved commercial terms across the supplier base including pricing, rebates, MOQs and payment terms Assess how to get best value out of the current procurement relationships (500 active, circa 20 main partners) and where needed, rationalise our supplier portfolio KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Purchasing Manager - Adhesives / Automotive Ideally, you will be a qualified procurement specialist holding either CIPs/MCIPs or the equivalent and have some direct working experience in a technical environment. You are excited by the prospect of joining a business that is looking to significantly improve its turnover and profitability in the coming years. You will also have: A hands-on approach and be prepared to listen and be circumspect, but also be happy to make hard decisions and shoulder the consequences Proven purchasing experience, ideally in a technical B2B environment (Chemical, Adhesives, Coatings, Paints, Resins, Abrasives) Strong experience of working for a distributor or for a business that sell through established distribution networks Strong commercial instincts with the confidence and gravitas to challenge suppliers when needed Comfort in simplicity, where new processes are required, we want efficiency and not complex over engineering Good understanding of inventory, supply chain and shelf-life considerations (over 2000 SKUs) The desire to run point on building an efficient and commercially effective function You will be strong willed, commercial and confident in your approach and experienced in a similar change/growth environment. THE COMPANY: For over three decades, we have been supplying Aerospace, Defence, Automotive & Electronics and many other industries with high-grade materials from our UK office. Offering adhesives, silicones, tapes, lubricants, O-rings and related products. We work together with our customers and suppliers to provide the perfect service and product solutions for their specialist business environment. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18462, Wallace Hind Selection
May 05, 2026
Full time
A global distributor of speciality products who provide bespoke technical solutions to wide range of industries is currently looking for a commercial Purchasing Manager. Ideally, you will have experience working for, or with, an established distributor or distribution network. This opportunity is ideally suited to a commercially minded professional seeking a hands-on role in a rapidly growing business. BASIC SALARY: Competitive depending on experience BENEFITS: 10% bonus paid annually Pension scheme LOCATION: Midlands - This is an office-based role predominantly out of our Warwickshire site COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Warwick, Redditch, Worcester, Cheltenham, Coventry, Birmingham JOB DESCRIPTION: Purchasing Manager - Adhesives / Automotive The primary focus of this Purchasing Manager role is to ensure our Purchasing department continues to play a pivotal role in our business's growth ambitions. You will have a key role in delivering a Purchasing strategy in an environment focussed on continuous improvement and growth. Key elements of the role will be to: Develop and oversee 3 existing purchasing staff across the UK Oversee total UK & European spend (£25 million t/o) Drive improved commercial terms across the supplier base including pricing, rebates, MOQs and payment terms Assess how to get best value out of the current procurement relationships (500 active, circa 20 main partners) and where needed, rationalise our supplier portfolio KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Purchasing Manager - Adhesives / Automotive Ideally, you will be a qualified procurement specialist holding either CIPs/MCIPs or the equivalent and have some direct working experience in a technical environment. You are excited by the prospect of joining a business that is looking to significantly improve its turnover and profitability in the coming years. You will also have: A hands-on approach and be prepared to listen and be circumspect, but also be happy to make hard decisions and shoulder the consequences Proven purchasing experience, ideally in a technical B2B environment (Chemical, Adhesives, Coatings, Paints, Resins, Abrasives) Strong experience of working for a distributor or for a business that sell through established distribution networks Strong commercial instincts with the confidence and gravitas to challenge suppliers when needed Comfort in simplicity, where new processes are required, we want efficiency and not complex over engineering Good understanding of inventory, supply chain and shelf-life considerations (over 2000 SKUs) The desire to run point on building an efficient and commercially effective function You will be strong willed, commercial and confident in your approach and experienced in a similar change/growth environment. THE COMPANY: For over three decades, we have been supplying Aerospace, Defence, Automotive & Electronics and many other industries with high-grade materials from our UK office. Offering adhesives, silicones, tapes, lubricants, O-rings and related products. We work together with our customers and suppliers to provide the perfect service and product solutions for their specialist business environment. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18462, Wallace Hind Selection
