Senior Commercial Manager Project Director level Warrington with fortnightly travel to Dounreay, Scotland Permanent Full time Hybrid Gleeds Energy is recruiting a Senior Commercial Manager to act as the commercial lead embedded with a major site delivery team. You'll be the strategic interface between site leadership, central commercial functions and P3M, translating category strategies into practical, value driven outcomes across procurement, contract management and commercial delivery. Key responsibilities Business partner with spot leadership to embed category, sourcing and contract strategies. Lead and develop a cross functional commercial team (procurement, contract management, QS). Own portfolio risk and commercial feasibility assessments; provide market intelligence and cost insight. Drive adoption of best practice procurement and supplier relationship management. Support governance, assurance and change initiatives to embed new commercial ways of working. Prioritise commercial initiatives to maximise value and optimise resource allocation. Who we're looking for: Degree or professional qualification in a commercial, procurement or related discipline (or equivalent experience). Significant experience leading commercial teams and influencing senior stakeholders in complex delivery environments. Strong commercial acumen: cost modelling, TCO, supplier risk and SRM. Experience of regulated environments and major infrastructure or nuclear projects desirable. Confident negotiator with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Familiarity with NEC contracting and defined cost/audit processes advantageous. About us Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Senior Commercial Manager Project Director level Warrington with fortnightly travel to Dounreay, Scotland Permanent Full time Hybrid Gleeds Energy is recruiting a Senior Commercial Manager to act as the commercial lead embedded with a major site delivery team. You'll be the strategic interface between site leadership, central commercial functions and P3M, translating category strategies into practical, value driven outcomes across procurement, contract management and commercial delivery. Key responsibilities Business partner with spot leadership to embed category, sourcing and contract strategies. Lead and develop a cross functional commercial team (procurement, contract management, QS). Own portfolio risk and commercial feasibility assessments; provide market intelligence and cost insight. Drive adoption of best practice procurement and supplier relationship management. Support governance, assurance and change initiatives to embed new commercial ways of working. Prioritise commercial initiatives to maximise value and optimise resource allocation. Who we're looking for: Degree or professional qualification in a commercial, procurement or related discipline (or equivalent experience). Significant experience leading commercial teams and influencing senior stakeholders in complex delivery environments. Strong commercial acumen: cost modelling, TCO, supplier risk and SRM. Experience of regulated environments and major infrastructure or nuclear projects desirable. Confident negotiator with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Familiarity with NEC contracting and defined cost/audit processes advantageous. About us Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.
ROLE: Procurement Manager - Commodities (6 Month Contract) HOURS: 08:30 - 17:00, Monday - Friday SALARY: Contract Day Rate, negotiable dependent upon experience BASE: Site Based/ Hybrid - On site at our Clover Nook Site, Somercotes, Alfreton, and Working From Home Eurocell are a stock market listed Plc and the market leader for uPVC products within the building industry. We know that our people are our greatest asset, we are successful, dynamic, ambitious and looking for great team players to grow with us. We are delighted to be recruiting for a Procurement Manager to develop and lead a number of commodity groups, including Raw Materials, Energy, Aluminium, Steel, and Bought In Goods, on a contract basis, with an initial term of 6 months. This is a hybrid role, based from our Clover Nook site, Somercotes, and working from home, with occasional travel to visit suppliers. WHAT OUR PROCUREMENT MANAGERS DO: Manage and develop suppliers, according to operational priorities Implement agreed commodity plans with key stakeholders Interact with Stakeholders across the Eurocell Group of Companies, and the UK, Europe and Asia supply chain Create commodity strategies from scratch Rationalise the total number of suppliers Action e-procurement tool sets including catalogues and e-invoicing Negotiate with Supplier's on pricing, delivery and quality Visit suppliers WHAT WE NEED FROM OUR PROCUREMENT MANAGERS: Strong Interpersonal & leadership skills to form relationships with all levels in the business Previous experience with creation and implementation of commodity strategies Management of customer requirements and project plans Experience of operating Procurement systems SAP / S4 Hana / ERP knowledge Strong Project Management experience Computer literate and skilled in MS office suite Previous Operations or Commodity / Category Management experience CIPS Qualification or equivalent Six Sigma or LEAN accreditation / training could be an advantage WHAT WE OFFER OUR PROCUREMENT MANAGERS: You will be rewarded with a very competitive basic salary 25 days holiday, plus statutory holidays - normally 33 days in total each year Free Healthcare plan for all employees Enhanced Maternity and Paternity benefit Free Life Assurance Plan of 3x your Annual Salary Christmas shutdown Option to join the Eurocell Share Save Scheme at discounted rates, and share in our company success Company Pension Plan Employee discount on Eurocell products Discounts across many well-known online and high street retailers A blend of training, including e-learning and on the job training to help your career development Care First Employee Assistance Programme, available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for confidential support and advice, if and when you need it Colleague Referral Programme; we pay you for successfully referring people to join our team Excellent opportunities to grow with us, and progress your career
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
ROLE: Procurement Manager - Commodities (6 Month Contract) HOURS: 08:30 - 17:00, Monday - Friday SALARY: Contract Day Rate, negotiable dependent upon experience BASE: Site Based/ Hybrid - On site at our Clover Nook Site, Somercotes, Alfreton, and Working From Home Eurocell are a stock market listed Plc and the market leader for uPVC products within the building industry. We know that our people are our greatest asset, we are successful, dynamic, ambitious and looking for great team players to grow with us. We are delighted to be recruiting for a Procurement Manager to develop and lead a number of commodity groups, including Raw Materials, Energy, Aluminium, Steel, and Bought In Goods, on a contract basis, with an initial term of 6 months. This is a hybrid role, based from our Clover Nook site, Somercotes, and working from home, with occasional travel to visit suppliers. WHAT OUR PROCUREMENT MANAGERS DO: Manage and develop suppliers, according to operational priorities Implement agreed commodity plans with key stakeholders Interact with Stakeholders across the Eurocell Group of Companies, and the UK, Europe and Asia supply chain Create commodity strategies from scratch Rationalise the total number of suppliers Action e-procurement tool sets including catalogues and e-invoicing Negotiate with Supplier's on pricing, delivery and quality Visit suppliers WHAT WE NEED FROM OUR PROCUREMENT MANAGERS: Strong Interpersonal & leadership skills to form relationships with all levels in the business Previous experience with creation and implementation of commodity strategies Management of customer requirements and project plans Experience of operating Procurement systems SAP / S4 Hana / ERP knowledge Strong Project Management experience Computer literate and skilled in MS office suite Previous Operations or Commodity / Category Management experience CIPS Qualification or equivalent Six Sigma or LEAN accreditation / training could be an advantage WHAT WE OFFER OUR PROCUREMENT MANAGERS: You will be rewarded with a very competitive basic salary 25 days holiday, plus statutory holidays - normally 33 days in total each year Free Healthcare plan for all employees Enhanced Maternity and Paternity benefit Free Life Assurance Plan of 3x your Annual Salary Christmas shutdown Option to join the Eurocell Share Save Scheme at discounted rates, and share in our company success Company Pension Plan Employee discount on Eurocell products Discounts across many well-known online and high street retailers A blend of training, including e-learning and on the job training to help your career development Care First Employee Assistance Programme, available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for confidential support and advice, if and when you need it Colleague Referral Programme; we pay you for successfully referring people to join our team Excellent opportunities to grow with us, and progress your career
Project Manager Location : Oak Tree House, BB18 Salary : £30K - £40K per annum, DOE + Excellent Benefits! Hours : 40 hours per week, Monday Friday Contract : Full time, Permanent Benefits : Annual Bonus : £1,200 based on company and personal performance, Holidays : 25 days plus statutory holidays (option to purchase additional week), Broughton Day : Option for a fixed day off every 2 3 weeks via salary sacrifice, Pension : Auto-enrolment, Life Insurance : 2x death in service and Healthcare : Cash plan Broughton s mission is to improve public health and well-being. As a global contract research organisation, we partner with future-focused organisations and category innovators to bring products to market across the Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, and Lifestyle sectors. Our integrated solutions are delivered by world-leading scientists and regulatory consultants through our contract laboratories. At Broughton, you ll be part of a team that values scientific excellence and innovation. We work on projects that make a real difference to public health, supporting clients in bringing safe, effective products to market. We are now recruiting for a Project Manager to provide effective, structured management of internal and client-facing projects from initiation through to completion. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines, budgets, deliverables, and risk, and ensure clear communication across all stakeholders. You will represent Broughton in client interactions and will deliver projects to agreed scope, time, and cost parameters while upholding high standards of professionalism and accuracy. As our Project Manager, you will: Manage internal and client-facing projects from initiation to completion, ensuring delivery to agreed scope, timelines, and budgets. Coordinate cross-functional teams, defining project objectives, scope, deliverables, and responsibilities. Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, risk registers, work breakdown structures, and supporting documentation. Monitor progress, manage risks and issues, and communicate updates clearly to Technical Project Leads, stakeholders, and clients. Act as the main point of contact for clients, representing Broughton professionally and managing expectations throughout the project lifecycle. Lead planning sessions, project meetings, and decision-making processes, ensuring actions are captured and followed through. Oversee project finances, track time spent, report deviations, and support effective budget control. Produce and deliver accurate status reports and project communications. Conduct project closure activities, including final reporting, finance summaries, and lessons learned. Support additional internal projects and contribute to continuous improvement and best practice. In order to be successful in this role you must have: Minimum of 2 years experience in client-facing project management. Excellent people skills with strong respect, collaboration, empathy, and clarity. Experience in project design and planning. Experience managing budgets and handling deviations effectively. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to respond proactively to issues. Ability to work under pressure and make informed decisions. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience in managing client relationships with a focus on delivering results. Strong organisational and team-working abilities. It would be great if you had: Project management qualification (PRINCE2, Agile, etc.). Experience working within a project-based environment. Experience using project management tools or software. Scientific background or experience within a scientific industry. Join us and be part of a team that s shaping the future of health and well-being through science. If you are interested in this role, please do submit a copy of your CV by clicking on APPLY today! No agencies please.
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Project Manager Location : Oak Tree House, BB18 Salary : £30K - £40K per annum, DOE + Excellent Benefits! Hours : 40 hours per week, Monday Friday Contract : Full time, Permanent Benefits : Annual Bonus : £1,200 based on company and personal performance, Holidays : 25 days plus statutory holidays (option to purchase additional week), Broughton Day : Option for a fixed day off every 2 3 weeks via salary sacrifice, Pension : Auto-enrolment, Life Insurance : 2x death in service and Healthcare : Cash plan Broughton s mission is to improve public health and well-being. As a global contract research organisation, we partner with future-focused organisations and category innovators to bring products to market across the Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, and Lifestyle sectors. Our integrated solutions are delivered by world-leading scientists and regulatory consultants through our contract laboratories. At Broughton, you ll be part of a team that values scientific excellence and innovation. We work on projects that make a real difference to public health, supporting clients in bringing safe, effective products to market. We are now recruiting for a Project Manager to provide effective, structured management of internal and client-facing projects from initiation through to completion. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines, budgets, deliverables, and risk, and ensure clear communication across all stakeholders. You will represent Broughton in client interactions and will deliver projects to agreed scope, time, and cost parameters while upholding high standards of professionalism and accuracy. As our Project Manager, you will: Manage internal and client-facing projects from initiation to completion, ensuring delivery to agreed scope, timelines, and budgets. Coordinate cross-functional teams, defining project objectives, scope, deliverables, and responsibilities. Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, risk registers, work breakdown structures, and supporting documentation. Monitor progress, manage risks and issues, and communicate updates clearly to Technical Project Leads, stakeholders, and clients. Act as the main point of contact for clients, representing Broughton professionally and managing expectations throughout the project lifecycle. Lead planning sessions, project meetings, and decision-making processes, ensuring actions are captured and followed through. Oversee project finances, track time spent, report deviations, and support effective budget control. Produce and deliver accurate status reports and project communications. Conduct project closure activities, including final reporting, finance summaries, and lessons learned. Support additional internal projects and contribute to continuous improvement and best practice. In order to be successful in this role you must have: Minimum of 2 years experience in client-facing project management. Excellent people skills with strong respect, collaboration, empathy, and clarity. Experience in project design and planning. Experience managing budgets and handling deviations effectively. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to respond proactively to issues. Ability to work under pressure and make informed decisions. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience in managing client relationships with a focus on delivering results. Strong organisational and team-working abilities. It would be great if you had: Project management qualification (PRINCE2, Agile, etc.). Experience working within a project-based environment. Experience using project management tools or software. Scientific background or experience within a scientific industry. Join us and be part of a team that s shaping the future of health and well-being through science. If you are interested in this role, please do submit a copy of your CV by clicking on APPLY today! No agencies please.
Senior Category Manager, Base Building Maintenance Services, Global Procurement Organization (GPO) Job ID: Amazon UK Services Ltd. - A10 At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer centric company on earth. If you'd like to help us build the place to find and buy anything online, this is your chance to make history. This role can be based in Luxembourg or Barcelona. We are seeking a Senior Category Manager to strategically source Base Building Maintenance Services for our Middle Europe (MEU) network - Germany being the primary country and also taking part of our global initiatives. The person in this role will coordinate with several teams across Amazon and will interact with our most important suppliers to satisfy organizational requirements. The person in this role will work and partner with multiple teams to develop and execute category sourcing strategies, deliver savings, and improve productivity across the category. Key job responsibilities Establish category sourcing strategies, lead cross functional strategic sourcing teams, negotiate with suppliers and execute contracts to optimise Amazon's competitive position. Drive appropriate relationships with category suppliers, with a principal objective of achieving the optimal solution and cost of ownership that meets the business' goals supported by a culture of continuous improvement with performance benchmarks in use. Manage category suppliers to proactively identify, monitor and optimise opportunities. Act as a market intelligence provider regarding categories; anticipate strategic opportunities and keep key stakeholders informed. Drive category suppliers in Supplier Relationship Management activities to mitigate risk, improve performance and add value to Amazon. Identify, achieve and report on savings and sustainability value targets for category sourcing activities. Align with internal customers and understand the business application of the category. Build the category metrics model based on input from the category team to track and monitor performance to the category strategy; measure actual vs planned savings and advise team of trends, elevate issues and own action plans. A day in the life You will deliver market leading low cost, innovative, and sustainable service solutions to help our Operations teams succeed and delight customers with value, selection and convenience. Additionally, you will undertake initiatives to ensure continuity of service supply. You will collaborate to seek inputs and manage outputs from our external suppliers as well as internal cross functional partners. You may have to adapt and sometimes take different roles from strategy development to project management to rapidly meet customer needs. You will focus on deep diving categories to unlock value and help deploy services at scale for Operations. About the team Autonomy to innovate and deliver new approaches that impact the bottom and the top line. Grow in a fast pace environment where every day is day one. Surrounded by inspiring and diverse individuals. Learn from people with a wide variety of professional backgrounds. Opportunity to develop new skills and opportunities through lateral, geographical or functional moves. Location Luxembourg Barcelona Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree Knowledge of Excel at an intermediate level (e.g., pivot tables & charts, multiple criteria look ups, nested logical/IF formulas, data cleansing, array formulas, etc.) Experience in supply chain Experience being responsible/leading large and complex negotiations Experience working cross functionally with tech and non tech teams Experience using data and metrics to drive improvements Preferred Qualifications Experience in programme or project management Experience in complex problem solving, and working in a tight schedule environment Experience implementing repeatable processes and driving automation or standardisation Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Posted: October 7, 2025 (Updated about 1 month ago) Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Senior Category Manager, Base Building Maintenance Services, Global Procurement Organization (GPO) Job ID: Amazon UK Services Ltd. - A10 At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer centric company on earth. If you'd like to help us build the place to find and buy anything online, this is your chance to make history. This role can be based in Luxembourg or Barcelona. We are seeking a Senior Category Manager to strategically source Base Building Maintenance Services for our Middle Europe (MEU) network - Germany being the primary country and also taking part of our global initiatives. The person in this role will coordinate with several teams across Amazon and will interact with our most important suppliers to satisfy organizational requirements. The person in this role will work and partner with multiple teams to develop and execute category sourcing strategies, deliver savings, and improve productivity across the category. Key job responsibilities Establish category sourcing strategies, lead cross functional strategic sourcing teams, negotiate with suppliers and execute contracts to optimise Amazon's competitive position. Drive appropriate relationships with category suppliers, with a principal objective of achieving the optimal solution and cost of ownership that meets the business' goals supported by a culture of continuous improvement with performance benchmarks in use. Manage category suppliers to proactively identify, monitor and optimise opportunities. Act as a market intelligence provider regarding categories; anticipate strategic opportunities and keep key stakeholders informed. Drive category suppliers in Supplier Relationship Management activities to mitigate risk, improve performance and add value to Amazon. Identify, achieve and report on savings and sustainability value targets for category sourcing activities. Align with internal customers and understand the business application of the category. Build the category metrics model based on input from the category team to track and monitor performance to the category strategy; measure actual vs planned savings and advise team of trends, elevate issues and own action plans. A day in the life You will deliver market leading low cost, innovative, and sustainable service solutions to help our Operations teams succeed and delight customers with value, selection and convenience. Additionally, you will undertake initiatives to ensure continuity of service supply. You will collaborate to seek inputs and manage outputs from our external suppliers as well as internal cross functional partners. You may have to adapt and sometimes take different roles from strategy development to project management to rapidly meet customer needs. You will focus on deep diving categories to unlock value and help deploy services at scale for Operations. About the team Autonomy to innovate and deliver new approaches that impact the bottom and the top line. Grow in a fast pace environment where every day is day one. Surrounded by inspiring and diverse individuals. Learn from people with a wide variety of professional backgrounds. Opportunity to develop new skills and opportunities through lateral, geographical or functional moves. Location Luxembourg Barcelona Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree Knowledge of Excel at an intermediate level (e.g., pivot tables & charts, multiple criteria look ups, nested logical/IF formulas, data cleansing, array formulas, etc.) Experience in supply chain Experience being responsible/leading large and complex negotiations Experience working cross functionally with tech and non tech teams Experience using data and metrics to drive improvements Preferred Qualifications Experience in programme or project management Experience in complex problem solving, and working in a tight schedule environment Experience implementing repeatable processes and driving automation or standardisation Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Posted: October 7, 2025 (Updated about 1 month ago) Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
About the role Salary (external only): Base salary: £61,622pa to c.£77,028pa depending on skills and experience. In addition, we offer flexible benefits fund of 20% which is paid on top base salary and is fully pensionable, as well as a range of competitive benefits - check them out in the Benefits section on our website. HS2 Ltd endeavours to ensure everyone working for us and with us feels included, thrives and achieves their full potential. In practice, this means we are positive and inclusive about making adjustments, providing flexible working, encouraging our staff networks to flourish and providing personal and professional development opportunities. As a Disputes Manager at HS2 you will have accountability for devising strategies for tribunal cases identifying those to settle and those we may wish to refer. The role will work with our Strategic Suppliers to undertake risk/cost assessments of their cases, identify those to be proactively managed and liaise with Legal to establish an agreed approach to each case. As required the role may also involve the active negotiation of complex, high risk and contentious property acquisitions either approaching, or already in active dispute resolution procedures. The role includes advice on setting strategy in new, novel and contentious areas of compulsory purchase. About the role Actively promote and embed Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all your work, and support and comply with all organisational initiatives, policies and procedures on EDI. Accountable for devising strategies for tribunal cases, co-ordinating input from all relevant expert parties and managing a tracker of all existing tribunal cases and potential cases across blight determination, blight compensation, 'Compulsory Purchase Order' compensation and 'Material Detriment', plotting key dates, case officer, lawyers, experts and counsel together with an accountability 'RACI' matrix. Ascertain DfT delegations with regards to 'Sealed offers' and 'Material Detriment' approvals. Deliver 'Sealed Offers' and 'Calder Bank Offers' with Case officers where appropriate in live and potential cases. Work with strategic suppliers to undertake risk / cost matrix of their cases to identify hotspots which need to be managed proactively. Work with legal to establish home team of Counsel, including the identification and instruction of experts across various disciplines that can be procured easily and quickly and undertake 'lessons learned' in Tribunal cases. Leads on the design of 'strategy for individual tribunal' cases including identifying those cases to settle and those we may want to refer, acknowledging the repercussive nature of those strategies for both HS2 Ltd and compulsory purchase practice. Implement Improvements in ADR policy and provide advice to all team members. Seek to share expertise and knowledge on strategies and compulsory purchase practice with Case Managers, Acquisitions Leads and Senior Property Acquisition Managers Contribute to the monthly reporting pack and report costs and opportunities to Head of Acquisitions and the Land and Property Director on a quarterly basis Adhere to HS2 Ltd's Health and Safety policies. About You Skills: Relationship management with the ability to adopt different styles with different stakeholders, influencing decisions and negotiating outcomes where necessary Communication skills - including the ability to draft concisely, clearly and persuasively and present strategies and solutions through papers, reports and presentations, understanding when politics are at play and work towards achieving the best outcome for Land and Property, the Claimant and Affected Parties, for HS2 Ltd and ultimately the tax-payer Ability to gather and synthesise information, identifying options and applying sound judgement based on logic and reason, making use of a variety of analytical approaches to provide relevant information to suppliers, stakeholders and decision makers using key facts and data. Advisory skills - including the ability to deliver independent expert evidence Knowledge: Chartered Surveyor (or equivalent) Understanding of the Land and Property Industry, policy and legislation Knowledge of how compulsory purchase works as well as other government compensation schemes across commercial, agricultural and residential markets. Knowledge of managing and delivering within the constraints under which public sector arm's length bodies operates and an understanding of the nature of central government relationships with HS2 Ltd. Type of experience: Experience working in the Land and Property sector in a similar complex infrastructure environment Experience of working with suppliers to develop effective working relationships and manage performance to ensure delivery through the supply chain. Experience carrying out briefings to Select Committees Experience in working as part of a Counsel team in securing powers for a large infrastructure project Experience working in a property environment (preferably in the land acquisition related to infrastructure projects), with substantial land assembly experience at a senior level. Experience in providing expert evidence in Tribunal and Select Committees or Development Consent Order / Transport and Works Act Order Inquiries The post-holder is expected to behave at all times in a manner consistent with the HS2 values of Safety, Leadership, Integrity and Respect. It is expected that you will actively promote and embed Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all your work and support and comply with all organisational initiatives, policies and procedures on EDI. As HS2 Ltd do not hold a sponsorship license from the Home Office, we are not able to provide sponsorship to any applicant. Applicants must already have the Right to Work in the UK at the time of application and our process involves a Right to Work validation prior to the interview stage. Note, there are certain types of time-bound visas that we cannot accept. Any offers made to applicants will be subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks which include Nationality & Immigration Status, employment references, DBS, Financial and Education checks. We ask for a variety of detail in your online application, however we perform the first assessment of suitability for a role based solely on the information in your CV. In a further development of our efforts to create a more diverse workforce, your CV will be anonymised and personal information will be removed during the first stage of the application review. This removes bias from the process and makes it even more important that you attach an updated word version of your CV for each new application ensuring you include evidence directly related to the criteria in the job advert. Watch this video on how we remove bias in the recruitment process: Removing bias in the recruitment process Any applications received after the closing date will not be considered. About Us High Speed 2 (HS2 Ltd) will be the UK's new high speed rail network. As well as improving capacity, the new scheme will shorten journey times between a number of Britain's major population centres, boost the economy and create thousands of jobs. HS2 Ltd will create a skills legacy and develop a diverse range of talent. We aim to be a leader in EDI practice by creating a safe & inclusive working environment for all our staff - living our values of Safety, Respect, Integrity and Leadership. In practice, this means we are positive and inclusive about making adjustments, providing flexible working, encouraging our staff networks to flourish and providing personal and professional development opportunities. HS2 Ltd is also a safety-critical organisation. Employees are required to ensure reasonable care of their own and others' health and safety by taking personal responsibility for working to our 'Safe at Heart' programme principles and following safe working procedures at all times. HS2 Ltd endeavours to ensure everyone working for us and with us feels included, thrives and achieves their full potential. Job Info Job Identification 250616 Job Category Land and Property Posting Date 01/29/2026, 01:36 PM Apply Before 02/11/2026, 11:59 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations 2 Snowhill, Birmingham, B4 6GA, GB Permanent or Fixed Term Contract Permanent
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
About the role Salary (external only): Base salary: £61,622pa to c.£77,028pa depending on skills and experience. In addition, we offer flexible benefits fund of 20% which is paid on top base salary and is fully pensionable, as well as a range of competitive benefits - check them out in the Benefits section on our website. HS2 Ltd endeavours to ensure everyone working for us and with us feels included, thrives and achieves their full potential. In practice, this means we are positive and inclusive about making adjustments, providing flexible working, encouraging our staff networks to flourish and providing personal and professional development opportunities. As a Disputes Manager at HS2 you will have accountability for devising strategies for tribunal cases identifying those to settle and those we may wish to refer. The role will work with our Strategic Suppliers to undertake risk/cost assessments of their cases, identify those to be proactively managed and liaise with Legal to establish an agreed approach to each case. As required the role may also involve the active negotiation of complex, high risk and contentious property acquisitions either approaching, or already in active dispute resolution procedures. The role includes advice on setting strategy in new, novel and contentious areas of compulsory purchase. About the role Actively promote and embed Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all your work, and support and comply with all organisational initiatives, policies and procedures on EDI. Accountable for devising strategies for tribunal cases, co-ordinating input from all relevant expert parties and managing a tracker of all existing tribunal cases and potential cases across blight determination, blight compensation, 'Compulsory Purchase Order' compensation and 'Material Detriment', plotting key dates, case officer, lawyers, experts and counsel together with an accountability 'RACI' matrix. Ascertain DfT delegations with regards to 'Sealed offers' and 'Material Detriment' approvals. Deliver 'Sealed Offers' and 'Calder Bank Offers' with Case officers where appropriate in live and potential cases. Work with strategic suppliers to undertake risk / cost matrix of their cases to identify hotspots which need to be managed proactively. Work with legal to establish home team of Counsel, including the identification and instruction of experts across various disciplines that can be procured easily and quickly and undertake 'lessons learned' in Tribunal cases. Leads on the design of 'strategy for individual tribunal' cases including identifying those cases to settle and those we may want to refer, acknowledging the repercussive nature of those strategies for both HS2 Ltd and compulsory purchase practice. Implement Improvements in ADR policy and provide advice to all team members. Seek to share expertise and knowledge on strategies and compulsory purchase practice with Case Managers, Acquisitions Leads and Senior Property Acquisition Managers Contribute to the monthly reporting pack and report costs and opportunities to Head of Acquisitions and the Land and Property Director on a quarterly basis Adhere to HS2 Ltd's Health and Safety policies. About You Skills: Relationship management with the ability to adopt different styles with different stakeholders, influencing decisions and negotiating outcomes where necessary Communication skills - including the ability to draft concisely, clearly and persuasively and present strategies and solutions through papers, reports and presentations, understanding when politics are at play and work towards achieving the best outcome for Land and Property, the Claimant and Affected Parties, for HS2 Ltd and ultimately the tax-payer Ability to gather and synthesise information, identifying options and applying sound judgement based on logic and reason, making use of a variety of analytical approaches to provide relevant information to suppliers, stakeholders and decision makers using key facts and data. Advisory skills - including the ability to deliver independent expert evidence Knowledge: Chartered Surveyor (or equivalent) Understanding of the Land and Property Industry, policy and legislation Knowledge of how compulsory purchase works as well as other government compensation schemes across commercial, agricultural and residential markets. Knowledge of managing and delivering within the constraints under which public sector arm's length bodies operates and an understanding of the nature of central government relationships with HS2 Ltd. Type of experience: Experience working in the Land and Property sector in a similar complex infrastructure environment Experience of working with suppliers to develop effective working relationships and manage performance to ensure delivery through the supply chain. Experience carrying out briefings to Select Committees Experience in working as part of a Counsel team in securing powers for a large infrastructure project Experience working in a property environment (preferably in the land acquisition related to infrastructure projects), with substantial land assembly experience at a senior level. Experience in providing expert evidence in Tribunal and Select Committees or Development Consent Order / Transport and Works Act Order Inquiries The post-holder is expected to behave at all times in a manner consistent with the HS2 values of Safety, Leadership, Integrity and Respect. It is expected that you will actively promote and embed Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all your work and support and comply with all organisational initiatives, policies and procedures on EDI. As HS2 Ltd do not hold a sponsorship license from the Home Office, we are not able to provide sponsorship to any applicant. Applicants must already have the Right to Work in the UK at the time of application and our process involves a Right to Work validation prior to the interview stage. Note, there are certain types of time-bound visas that we cannot accept. Any offers made to applicants will be subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks which include Nationality & Immigration Status, employment references, DBS, Financial and Education checks. We ask for a variety of detail in your online application, however we perform the first assessment of suitability for a role based solely on the information in your CV. In a further development of our efforts to create a more diverse workforce, your CV will be anonymised and personal information will be removed during the first stage of the application review. This removes bias from the process and makes it even more important that you attach an updated word version of your CV for each new application ensuring you include evidence directly related to the criteria in the job advert. Watch this video on how we remove bias in the recruitment process: Removing bias in the recruitment process Any applications received after the closing date will not be considered. About Us High Speed 2 (HS2 Ltd) will be the UK's new high speed rail network. As well as improving capacity, the new scheme will shorten journey times between a number of Britain's major population centres, boost the economy and create thousands of jobs. HS2 Ltd will create a skills legacy and develop a diverse range of talent. We aim to be a leader in EDI practice by creating a safe & inclusive working environment for all our staff - living our values of Safety, Respect, Integrity and Leadership. In practice, this means we are positive and inclusive about making adjustments, providing flexible working, encouraging our staff networks to flourish and providing personal and professional development opportunities. HS2 Ltd is also a safety-critical organisation. Employees are required to ensure reasonable care of their own and others' health and safety by taking personal responsibility for working to our 'Safe at Heart' programme principles and following safe working procedures at all times. HS2 Ltd endeavours to ensure everyone working for us and with us feels included, thrives and achieves their full potential. Job Info Job Identification 250616 Job Category Land and Property Posting Date 01/29/2026, 01:36 PM Apply Before 02/11/2026, 11:59 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations 2 Snowhill, Birmingham, B4 6GA, GB Permanent or Fixed Term Contract Permanent
DIRECTOR FOR YOUNG PEOPLE Handcrafted seek their new Director for Young People . Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week and will consider part time/flexible hours Location: Based from one of the hubs in Gateshead or Durham with travel to other hubs Do you have significant experience at senior level working with vulnerable young people? Can you shape culture and strategy whilst carrying regulatory responsibility, strengthening systems, developing managers and representing our organisation externally? Can you demonstrate the below? Strong strategic leadership skills with the ability to shape vision, drive improvement, and lead organisational development within young people s services In-depth understanding of safeguarding, risk management, trauma-informed practice at senior level Strong communication skills and the ability to engage young people, teams and external partners Do you have experience in the following? Leading teams, supervising staff and developing professional practice Managing safeguarding concerns, coordinating multi agency responses and ensuring compliance Operational leadership within social care, education or supportive housing You will also have the strong personal commitment to Christian ethos of Handcrafted through prayer, practical action and ways of working. Download the candidate pack for full details, responsibilities and person specification. This role is subject to a DBS check, which will be carried out by the employer. If you feel you have relevant skills and experience, please submit your CV and supporting statement to Sandra Smith, via the Charisma Charity Recruitment website. Key dates: Closing date for applications: 24 March 2026 Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by 31 March 2026 prior to shortlisting. Interviews with Handcrafted: TBC We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
DIRECTOR FOR YOUNG PEOPLE Handcrafted seek their new Director for Young People . Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week and will consider part time/flexible hours Location: Based from one of the hubs in Gateshead or Durham with travel to other hubs Do you have significant experience at senior level working with vulnerable young people? Can you shape culture and strategy whilst carrying regulatory responsibility, strengthening systems, developing managers and representing our organisation externally? Can you demonstrate the below? Strong strategic leadership skills with the ability to shape vision, drive improvement, and lead organisational development within young people s services In-depth understanding of safeguarding, risk management, trauma-informed practice at senior level Strong communication skills and the ability to engage young people, teams and external partners Do you have experience in the following? Leading teams, supervising staff and developing professional practice Managing safeguarding concerns, coordinating multi agency responses and ensuring compliance Operational leadership within social care, education or supportive housing You will also have the strong personal commitment to Christian ethos of Handcrafted through prayer, practical action and ways of working. Download the candidate pack for full details, responsibilities and person specification. This role is subject to a DBS check, which will be carried out by the employer. If you feel you have relevant skills and experience, please submit your CV and supporting statement to Sandra Smith, via the Charisma Charity Recruitment website. Key dates: Closing date for applications: 24 March 2026 Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by 31 March 2026 prior to shortlisting. Interviews with Handcrafted: TBC We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
Cyngor Caerdydd/Cardiff Council
Cardiff, South Glamorgan
The Managed Accommodation Service forms part of the Specialist Housing Section and provides High quality, long term affordable accommodation to those that have faced or experienced homelessness. Through multiple locations across Cardiff, site management deliver the following provisions: Dedicated housing management service Repairs and maintenance service Support Services The service is a new way of meeting the needs of those who require accommodation, creating an exciting opportunity for individuals to join the team as the service develops and grows in the future. About the job We are recruiting for a Senior Managed Accommodation Service Officer. The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of Managed Accommodation Services and will have line management responsibility for a staff team. The Senior Managed Accommodation Service Officer will be responsible for: Managing properties within the Council's Managed Accommodation service, offering accommodation over multiple sites. Managing and coordinating the health and safety of the Managed Accommodation sites and other supported accommodation services. Accommodating service users, with a range of support and managing staff members. Management and control of the service budget. Involved in the development of new accommodation and sites. What We Are Looking For From You The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate experience of managing Accommodation sites and have a sound understanding of delivering Support Services within a Multi-disciplinary context. You will be a driven person, showing a commitment to the service with the ability to foster positive relationships with partner organisations. Management of health and safety within residential buildings or a similar environment would be advantageous. The post holder will be expected to maintain and develop their knowledge regarding legislation and introduce new initiatives and procedures to drive forward standards across the service. Additional information This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced checks. This role will form part of on call rota, outside of normal office hours. A full and valid driving licence and access to own vehicle is an essential requirement of this role. This vacancy is suitable for post share. We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications. You will be informed in advance whether the interview process for this role will be held in person or on a virtual basis using an appropriate online platform. If you have any concerns around your ability to participate in a virtual interview process or if you would like an informal conversation about this role prior to application, please contact Katherine Selby Managed Accommodation Service Manager at . We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own. Please note the Council does not accept CV's. When completing the supporting information section of your application, please ensure you refer to the below located on our website: Important information you need read in order to complete your application: Application Guidance Applying for jobs with us Behavioural Competency Framework Additional Information: Employee Charter Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Privacy Notice Job Category Housing Department Housing & Communities Working Pattern/Contract Type Full Time Permanent
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
The Managed Accommodation Service forms part of the Specialist Housing Section and provides High quality, long term affordable accommodation to those that have faced or experienced homelessness. Through multiple locations across Cardiff, site management deliver the following provisions: Dedicated housing management service Repairs and maintenance service Support Services The service is a new way of meeting the needs of those who require accommodation, creating an exciting opportunity for individuals to join the team as the service develops and grows in the future. About the job We are recruiting for a Senior Managed Accommodation Service Officer. The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of Managed Accommodation Services and will have line management responsibility for a staff team. The Senior Managed Accommodation Service Officer will be responsible for: Managing properties within the Council's Managed Accommodation service, offering accommodation over multiple sites. Managing and coordinating the health and safety of the Managed Accommodation sites and other supported accommodation services. Accommodating service users, with a range of support and managing staff members. Management and control of the service budget. Involved in the development of new accommodation and sites. What We Are Looking For From You The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate experience of managing Accommodation sites and have a sound understanding of delivering Support Services within a Multi-disciplinary context. You will be a driven person, showing a commitment to the service with the ability to foster positive relationships with partner organisations. Management of health and safety within residential buildings or a similar environment would be advantageous. The post holder will be expected to maintain and develop their knowledge regarding legislation and introduce new initiatives and procedures to drive forward standards across the service. Additional information This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced checks. This role will form part of on call rota, outside of normal office hours. A full and valid driving licence and access to own vehicle is an essential requirement of this role. This vacancy is suitable for post share. We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications. You will be informed in advance whether the interview process for this role will be held in person or on a virtual basis using an appropriate online platform. If you have any concerns around your ability to participate in a virtual interview process or if you would like an informal conversation about this role prior to application, please contact Katherine Selby Managed Accommodation Service Manager at . We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own. Please note the Council does not accept CV's. When completing the supporting information section of your application, please ensure you refer to the below located on our website: Important information you need read in order to complete your application: Application Guidance Applying for jobs with us Behavioural Competency Framework Additional Information: Employee Charter Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Privacy Notice Job Category Housing Department Housing & Communities Working Pattern/Contract Type Full Time Permanent
Procurement Officer Crewe 12 Month Contract 22.77 per hour Umbrella ARM have an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Officer to join a existing team to provide a professional sourcing, purchasing, contract and supplier management function for a wide range of goods and services, which meets the principles of the Corporate Procurement Strategy The Role: Provide support to the Category Managers with procurement expertise in all aspects of sourcing, purchasing, contract and supplier management to ensure that the Council?s expenditure on goods and services provides best value for money for the council and clients and meets the objectives of the Councils Procurement Strategy. Source goods and services and manage the supplier relationship to ensure that risks of contract failure are minimised, the processes comply with the all relevant legislation and the Councils financial procedures so that the Council and clients achieve best value. Work with Services and suppliers to carry out the aims and objectives of the Corporate Procurement Strategy so that the Councils purchasing power is maximised and all opportunities for savings and efficiencies are evaluated. Develop and maintain market intelligence and professional networks within and outside the Council so that ongoing quality of service improvements and best procurement practices can be achieved within the Council Requirements: Considerable experience in a procurement role. Experience of managing procurement projects. Knowledge and experience of sourcing, negotiating, tendering, contract and supplier management Good knowledge Council policies, procedures and regulations relating to procurement, contracts, finance, corporate procurement strategy Excellent oral, written and IT communication skills Ability to challenge existing practices and ways of working 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.
Feb 25, 2026
Contractor
Procurement Officer Crewe 12 Month Contract 22.77 per hour Umbrella ARM have an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Officer to join a existing team to provide a professional sourcing, purchasing, contract and supplier management function for a wide range of goods and services, which meets the principles of the Corporate Procurement Strategy The Role: Provide support to the Category Managers with procurement expertise in all aspects of sourcing, purchasing, contract and supplier management to ensure that the Council?s expenditure on goods and services provides best value for money for the council and clients and meets the objectives of the Councils Procurement Strategy. Source goods and services and manage the supplier relationship to ensure that risks of contract failure are minimised, the processes comply with the all relevant legislation and the Councils financial procedures so that the Council and clients achieve best value. Work with Services and suppliers to carry out the aims and objectives of the Corporate Procurement Strategy so that the Councils purchasing power is maximised and all opportunities for savings and efficiencies are evaluated. Develop and maintain market intelligence and professional networks within and outside the Council so that ongoing quality of service improvements and best procurement practices can be achieved within the Council Requirements: Considerable experience in a procurement role. Experience of managing procurement projects. Knowledge and experience of sourcing, negotiating, tendering, contract and supplier management Good knowledge Council policies, procedures and regulations relating to procurement, contracts, finance, corporate procurement strategy Excellent oral, written and IT communication skills Ability to challenge existing practices and ways of working 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.
Escape Recruitment is working with an established UK manufacturer who is recruiting a Commodity Manager to join their Procurement & Materials Team at their headquarters. This is a senior commercial role with full ownership of a defined Commodity Group and its supplier base. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute commodity strategies Take full commercial responsibility for your supplier portfolio Lead, develop and mentor a team of Category Buyers and a Procurement Engineer Act as an escalation point for high-level supplier issues Drive supplier performance across cost, quality and delivery Make pragmatic commercial decisions to protect production continuity Support Design Engineering with early supplier involvement and Design for Cost Manage supply risk and ensure stability of supply Experience and knowledge required for the role: Proven experience in commodity management within manufacturing Experience of leading and mentoring successful teams Strong background in strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management Proven commercial acumen and negotiation capability Experience influencing cross-functional stakeholders Confident decision-maker in a fast-paced production environment Degree qualified in Engineering or Business (MCIPS desirable) Benefits Car allowance + Bonus 37-hour week - Early Friday Finish Hybrid working (4 days on-site, 1 day remote) 26 days holiday + bank holidays CIPS and leadership development support This is a high-profile opportunity for an experienced Commodity Manager who wants commercial ownership, visibility, and progression within a major UK manufacturing business.
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Escape Recruitment is working with an established UK manufacturer who is recruiting a Commodity Manager to join their Procurement & Materials Team at their headquarters. This is a senior commercial role with full ownership of a defined Commodity Group and its supplier base. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute commodity strategies Take full commercial responsibility for your supplier portfolio Lead, develop and mentor a team of Category Buyers and a Procurement Engineer Act as an escalation point for high-level supplier issues Drive supplier performance across cost, quality and delivery Make pragmatic commercial decisions to protect production continuity Support Design Engineering with early supplier involvement and Design for Cost Manage supply risk and ensure stability of supply Experience and knowledge required for the role: Proven experience in commodity management within manufacturing Experience of leading and mentoring successful teams Strong background in strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management Proven commercial acumen and negotiation capability Experience influencing cross-functional stakeholders Confident decision-maker in a fast-paced production environment Degree qualified in Engineering or Business (MCIPS desirable) Benefits Car allowance + Bonus 37-hour week - Early Friday Finish Hybrid working (4 days on-site, 1 day remote) 26 days holiday + bank holidays CIPS and leadership development support This is a high-profile opportunity for an experienced Commodity Manager who wants commercial ownership, visibility, and progression within a major UK manufacturing business.
Procurement Officer Cheshire East 12 month contract £17.79 ph PAYE (approx. £34,700.00 per annum) Full time The Role The authority is specifically looking for candidates with public sector experience, ideally within People's, Adults, Children's or Public Health categories over the last 12 months Provide support to the Category Managers with procurement expertise in all aspects of sourcing, purchasing, contract and supplier management to ensure that the Council s expenditure on goods and services provides best value for money for the council and clients and meets the objectives of the Council s Procurement Strategy. Source goods and services and manage the supplier relationship to ensure that risks of contract failure are minimised, the processes comply with the all relevant legislation and the Council s financial procedures so that the Council and clients achieve best value. Develop and maintain systems and procedures to ensure that internal and external communications about all aspects of the procurement function receive prompt and effective response so that a high level of Client satisfaction is achieved and the Council is aware of all trading opportunities from current and prospective suppliers. To find out more information please contact Abbie at (url removed) Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.
Feb 25, 2026
Contractor
Procurement Officer Cheshire East 12 month contract £17.79 ph PAYE (approx. £34,700.00 per annum) Full time The Role The authority is specifically looking for candidates with public sector experience, ideally within People's, Adults, Children's or Public Health categories over the last 12 months Provide support to the Category Managers with procurement expertise in all aspects of sourcing, purchasing, contract and supplier management to ensure that the Council s expenditure on goods and services provides best value for money for the council and clients and meets the objectives of the Council s Procurement Strategy. Source goods and services and manage the supplier relationship to ensure that risks of contract failure are minimised, the processes comply with the all relevant legislation and the Council s financial procedures so that the Council and clients achieve best value. Develop and maintain systems and procedures to ensure that internal and external communications about all aspects of the procurement function receive prompt and effective response so that a high level of Client satisfaction is achieved and the Council is aware of all trading opportunities from current and prospective suppliers. To find out more information please contact Abbie at (url removed) Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.
POLARISFinance Manager Location: Bromsgrove Contract: Full-Time, Permanent - 35 hours per week Salary: Up to 42,500 per annum Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Free On-site Parking About Us We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies that have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as Education, Residential and Leaving Care services, and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a Finance Manager to join our established team at our Head Office in Bromsgrove. Reporting to the Senior Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for managing and mentoring the Fostering Management Accounts Team, ensuring a robust control environment and maintaining the integrity of financial accounts and management reporting. Key Responsibilities Manage and develop trainee management accountants, building capability and supporting professional development Produce timely and accurate monthly management accounts for multiple entities, including consolidation of all group entities in accordance with the month-end timetable Establish effective relationships with operational partners through the provision of accurate and timely financial information Provide high-quality financial commentary to the Senior Management Team Maintain balance sheet integrity in line with the balance sheet reconciliation and substantiation policy, raising risks and issues and ensuring appropriate resolution Prepare monthly reporting of balance sheet movements Maintain a strong control environment, working collaboratively with the business to ensure policies and procedures are adhered to Support the provision of information for tax and statutory reporting to ensure compliance with applicable legislative frameworks About You A relevant professional qualification (ACCA/ACA/CIMA or equivalent) Strong technical accounting knowledge Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills Experience maintaining a robust financial control environment Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to translate data into meaningful insight Previous leadership or people development experience For an informal discussion, please contact Kate Fokes on (phone number removed). We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check if successful for the position. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. We reserve the right to close this advert without notification. PandoLogic. Category:Finance,
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
POLARISFinance Manager Location: Bromsgrove Contract: Full-Time, Permanent - 35 hours per week Salary: Up to 42,500 per annum Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Free On-site Parking About Us We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies that have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as Education, Residential and Leaving Care services, and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a Finance Manager to join our established team at our Head Office in Bromsgrove. Reporting to the Senior Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for managing and mentoring the Fostering Management Accounts Team, ensuring a robust control environment and maintaining the integrity of financial accounts and management reporting. Key Responsibilities Manage and develop trainee management accountants, building capability and supporting professional development Produce timely and accurate monthly management accounts for multiple entities, including consolidation of all group entities in accordance with the month-end timetable Establish effective relationships with operational partners through the provision of accurate and timely financial information Provide high-quality financial commentary to the Senior Management Team Maintain balance sheet integrity in line with the balance sheet reconciliation and substantiation policy, raising risks and issues and ensuring appropriate resolution Prepare monthly reporting of balance sheet movements Maintain a strong control environment, working collaboratively with the business to ensure policies and procedures are adhered to Support the provision of information for tax and statutory reporting to ensure compliance with applicable legislative frameworks About You A relevant professional qualification (ACCA/ACA/CIMA or equivalent) Strong technical accounting knowledge Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills Experience maintaining a robust financial control environment Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to translate data into meaningful insight Previous leadership or people development experience For an informal discussion, please contact Kate Fokes on (phone number removed). We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check if successful for the position. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. We reserve the right to close this advert without notification. PandoLogic. Category:Finance,
A leading construction and utilities company in the UK is seeking a Category Manager to join their Procurement directorate. This role is pivotal in supporting procurement processes and managing agreements related to capital expenditure. Candidates should have a degree or equivalent experience in category management, be MCIPS accredited, and have extensive experience in plant and fleet sectors. The position offers competitive benefits including a substantial pension contribution, career growth opportunities, and various employee perks.
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
A leading construction and utilities company in the UK is seeking a Category Manager to join their Procurement directorate. This role is pivotal in supporting procurement processes and managing agreements related to capital expenditure. Candidates should have a degree or equivalent experience in category management, be MCIPS accredited, and have extensive experience in plant and fleet sectors. The position offers competitive benefits including a substantial pension contribution, career growth opportunities, and various employee perks.
Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 39,142.63 per annum dependent upon experience, rising to 41,948 according to length of service Benefits: 1,000 Car Allowance or company car, 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 days' with length of service), Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme, Medical Cash Plan Location: Homebased supporting Foster Parents across the West Midlands and the surrounding areas About Us Fostering People are an innovative developing provider with an outstanding inspection rating. We have a reputation for providing exceptional support, to our children, foster carers and to our dedicated staff team. Established in 2000, our reputation and positive approach has enabled us to achieve growth in the fostering sector. We have received 4 consecutive Outstanding inspections from Ofsted. Our 2024 inspection report highlighted the following: Staff and managers work proactively and closely with a wide range of involved agencies and professionals. They constantly strive to learn and improve the services that they provide. Carers report being very happy working for this agency. They feel that the assessment process is robust and fair. They have excellent support from their supervising social workers, as well as managers in the agency. They attend support groups and regular events with their birth and looked after children. They feel highly valued and respected as carer. Agency staff report exceptionally high levels of satisfaction in their roles. They feel well supported, trained and respected. Training opportunities for staff and carers are excellent. What We Are Looking For and What to Expect From Us We are currently looking to recruit a Senior/Supervising Social Worker for our friendly and dynamic team to work with foster carers in the West Midlands and the surrounding areas. You will be responsible for the recruitment, training, assessment, support and supervision of a range of foster carers ensuring high quality placements for looked after children. One of our long-serving now retired Supervising Social Worker said this about her experiences of working for Fostering People: "Fostering People are a fantastic company to work for where you really feel as though you can make a difference to children's lives. You will feel well supported by your line manager and also by senior management - it's a very open and inclusive environment where you feel able to share your ideas and have them listened to. Working at Fostering People gives you the opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge and to develop your specific areas of interest " About You An enthusiastic and committed self-starter with the ability to work independently but also skilled in keeping in touch with team members and carers, the successful candidate will have excellent assessment skills and will be a strong communicator, both written and verbal with good IT skills and be able to produce a high standard of report writing. You will need to be a qualified Social Worker and hold a current HCPC registration, recent experience in fostering and services for children is desirable although less experienced candidates will be considered. You will possess a good working knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures in relation to fostering and safeguarding. As an innovative agency we are seeking applicants that possess a real drive and share our creative vision, whether you're new to fostering or an experienced supervising social worker. This is a full time and permanent post which is home based and comes with a highly attractive starting salary of up to 39,142.63 dependent on experience plus car allowance or company car & excellent benefits. We also offer a generous holiday allowance starting at 30 days rising to 35 in line with service plus bank holidays, bike to work and contributory pension schemes. If you have any questions regarding this vacancy please contact Cath Turton, Team Manager on (phone number removed). To be considered please submit an application and we will be in touch to discuss. No agencies please. Fostering People is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 39,142.63 per annum dependent upon experience, rising to 41,948 according to length of service Benefits: 1,000 Car Allowance or company car, 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 days' with length of service), Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme, Medical Cash Plan Location: Homebased supporting Foster Parents across the West Midlands and the surrounding areas About Us Fostering People are an innovative developing provider with an outstanding inspection rating. We have a reputation for providing exceptional support, to our children, foster carers and to our dedicated staff team. Established in 2000, our reputation and positive approach has enabled us to achieve growth in the fostering sector. We have received 4 consecutive Outstanding inspections from Ofsted. Our 2024 inspection report highlighted the following: Staff and managers work proactively and closely with a wide range of involved agencies and professionals. They constantly strive to learn and improve the services that they provide. Carers report being very happy working for this agency. They feel that the assessment process is robust and fair. They have excellent support from their supervising social workers, as well as managers in the agency. They attend support groups and regular events with their birth and looked after children. They feel highly valued and respected as carer. Agency staff report exceptionally high levels of satisfaction in their roles. They feel well supported, trained and respected. Training opportunities for staff and carers are excellent. What We Are Looking For and What to Expect From Us We are currently looking to recruit a Senior/Supervising Social Worker for our friendly and dynamic team to work with foster carers in the West Midlands and the surrounding areas. You will be responsible for the recruitment, training, assessment, support and supervision of a range of foster carers ensuring high quality placements for looked after children. One of our long-serving now retired Supervising Social Worker said this about her experiences of working for Fostering People: "Fostering People are a fantastic company to work for where you really feel as though you can make a difference to children's lives. You will feel well supported by your line manager and also by senior management - it's a very open and inclusive environment where you feel able to share your ideas and have them listened to. Working at Fostering People gives you the opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge and to develop your specific areas of interest " About You An enthusiastic and committed self-starter with the ability to work independently but also skilled in keeping in touch with team members and carers, the successful candidate will have excellent assessment skills and will be a strong communicator, both written and verbal with good IT skills and be able to produce a high standard of report writing. You will need to be a qualified Social Worker and hold a current HCPC registration, recent experience in fostering and services for children is desirable although less experienced candidates will be considered. You will possess a good working knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures in relation to fostering and safeguarding. As an innovative agency we are seeking applicants that possess a real drive and share our creative vision, whether you're new to fostering or an experienced supervising social worker. This is a full time and permanent post which is home based and comes with a highly attractive starting salary of up to 39,142.63 dependent on experience plus car allowance or company car & excellent benefits. We also offer a generous holiday allowance starting at 30 days rising to 35 in line with service plus bank holidays, bike to work and contributory pension schemes. If you have any questions regarding this vacancy please contact Cath Turton, Team Manager on (phone number removed). To be considered please submit an application and we will be in touch to discuss. No agencies please. Fostering People is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Lead high-impact recruitment for the Supply Chain & Logistics desk, managing end-to-end processes, building client relationships, and collaborating with strong counterparts. Competitive salary with clear career progression opportunities in a global recruitment leader, offering hybrid work and advanced training programs. Client Details Are you an experienced Recruitment Consultant looking to work in a white-collar supply chain & logistics desk? At Michael Page, we're hiring for a Recruitment Consultant to look after our FMCG/Pharmaceutical/Industrial desk within the supply chain and logistics space in our London office. If you have experience working on white collar roles, supply chain or manager level positions or within supply chain recruitment, this is a great opportunity to build relationships, have impact and really make a difference. Description As a Recruitment Consultant - Supply Chain & Logistics perm desk, you will: Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for the supply chain sector in London and the South East, dealing with leading FMCG brands alongside exciting SME's and start up operations. Build and deepen strategic relationships with clients, providing expert recruitment advice to ensure the best candidate matches for Perm supply chain positions. Source top-tier supply chain candidates, including for roles such as Head of Supply Chain, Procurement Director, Supply Chain Manager, Procurement Manager, Category Manager and roles across the demand/supply/production planning suite. Leverage Michael Page's market-leading resources, networks, and industry insights to attract candidates and support clients effectively. Actively develop and build new relationships across the Supply Chain space in London and the South East, gaining a deeper understanding of their hiring needs, ensuring strong, long-term partnerships. Collaborate within a highly successful team, with many opportunities to pass work and support each other in a warm desk environment. Proactively identify and act on business development opportunities within the national remit. Profile We're looking for individuals with: Experience in 360 recruitment. Preferably within a commercial, professional services and/or supply chain and logistics setting, with a proven track record of driving and winning new business opportunities, building long-term relationships and delivering exceptional results. If you're a sales experienced individual who is used to working to targets in B2B, or B2C outbound environments, and is commercially impactful and eager to be on the phones 360 recruitment could be for you. You must be able to illustrate your billings, successes and achievements in recruitment - we want to know about your wins! Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders. A proactive, consultative approach to client acquisition and account management. The ability to attract and engage top accounting candidates. Self-motivation, resilience, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment. Job Offer What We Offer Clear Path to Leadership: We champion your growth with a transparent career progression framework and opportunities to advance into leadership roles. Industry-Leading Training: Benefit from tailored training programs designed for recruiters at all levels of their career. High-Earning Potential: Competitive base salary with a lucrative, performance-driven commission structure. A well-established team: Benefit from a strong internal network, alongside a team of truly knowledgeable recruiters Our Commitment to Inclusion As an inclusive employer, Michael Page is dedicated to improving diversity representation across our teams. We actively encourage applications from candidates who are ethnically diverse or have a disability. We're committed to supporting you throughout the recruitment process. Let us know if there's anything we can do to ensure you can perform at your best.
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Lead high-impact recruitment for the Supply Chain & Logistics desk, managing end-to-end processes, building client relationships, and collaborating with strong counterparts. Competitive salary with clear career progression opportunities in a global recruitment leader, offering hybrid work and advanced training programs. Client Details Are you an experienced Recruitment Consultant looking to work in a white-collar supply chain & logistics desk? At Michael Page, we're hiring for a Recruitment Consultant to look after our FMCG/Pharmaceutical/Industrial desk within the supply chain and logistics space in our London office. If you have experience working on white collar roles, supply chain or manager level positions or within supply chain recruitment, this is a great opportunity to build relationships, have impact and really make a difference. Description As a Recruitment Consultant - Supply Chain & Logistics perm desk, you will: Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for the supply chain sector in London and the South East, dealing with leading FMCG brands alongside exciting SME's and start up operations. Build and deepen strategic relationships with clients, providing expert recruitment advice to ensure the best candidate matches for Perm supply chain positions. Source top-tier supply chain candidates, including for roles such as Head of Supply Chain, Procurement Director, Supply Chain Manager, Procurement Manager, Category Manager and roles across the demand/supply/production planning suite. Leverage Michael Page's market-leading resources, networks, and industry insights to attract candidates and support clients effectively. Actively develop and build new relationships across the Supply Chain space in London and the South East, gaining a deeper understanding of their hiring needs, ensuring strong, long-term partnerships. Collaborate within a highly successful team, with many opportunities to pass work and support each other in a warm desk environment. Proactively identify and act on business development opportunities within the national remit. Profile We're looking for individuals with: Experience in 360 recruitment. Preferably within a commercial, professional services and/or supply chain and logistics setting, with a proven track record of driving and winning new business opportunities, building long-term relationships and delivering exceptional results. If you're a sales experienced individual who is used to working to targets in B2B, or B2C outbound environments, and is commercially impactful and eager to be on the phones 360 recruitment could be for you. You must be able to illustrate your billings, successes and achievements in recruitment - we want to know about your wins! Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders. A proactive, consultative approach to client acquisition and account management. The ability to attract and engage top accounting candidates. Self-motivation, resilience, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment. Job Offer What We Offer Clear Path to Leadership: We champion your growth with a transparent career progression framework and opportunities to advance into leadership roles. Industry-Leading Training: Benefit from tailored training programs designed for recruiters at all levels of their career. High-Earning Potential: Competitive base salary with a lucrative, performance-driven commission structure. A well-established team: Benefit from a strong internal network, alongside a team of truly knowledgeable recruiters Our Commitment to Inclusion As an inclusive employer, Michael Page is dedicated to improving diversity representation across our teams. We actively encourage applications from candidates who are ethnically diverse or have a disability. We're committed to supporting you throughout the recruitment process. Let us know if there's anything we can do to ensure you can perform at your best.
TJX Europe At TJX Europe, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritises your development. Whether you're working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores-TK Maxx & Homesense, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX team-a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer. Job Description: About the Program Please apply only if you are currently in your second year of university and will be undertaking a year in industry during your third year Ready to make your impact on a global sourcing and procurement team who source everything we need to run our retail business and drive value to our bottom line? During this 12 month placement, you will work with functions in all regions to understand the their needs and to help them decide with confidence the suppliers that will deliver the best value. You will help to facilitate cross-functional and cross-regional collaboration, analyze the external market, facilitate the sourcing process and lead negotiations to identify the best suppliers for TJX. We collaborate and provide procurement expertise to support our global business. Focused on our goods not for resale, our goal is to drive value and effective delivery of merchandise to enable the successful execution of our off-price retail model. What You'll Do Within Global Sourcing and Procurement, our Category Managers work with partners across the organization to drive and enable the delivery of functional strategies. Our teams encourage collaboration and sharing of ideas to support the growth of our fast paced business. Provide support for critical business objectives, enabling the TJX retail business operating model. Ensure we are managing and executing projects and deliverables in a timely, effective, and efficient manner. Assist with daily activities within the global sourcing and procurement function. Supports global category managers in the delivery of their sourcing events; potential categories include Supply Chain, Facilities Management, IT, HR, and Marketing Leads low to medium value complexity sourcing events with business unit partners and cross functional teams Participates in selection of suppliers and activities leading up to it Conducts research and analysis to support category sourcing initiatives Collaborates in opportunities for specification alignment, process improvement and demand management Identifies opportunities for supplier relationship management and rationalization What We're Looking For We are looking for current students who are highly motivated self-starters, with the ability to prioritize effectively, be proactive and flexible, and demonstrate a strong bias for action in a fast-paced professional environment. Additional skills include: Strong organizational, communication, negotiating, supplier relationship management and analytical skills Must be detail oriented and have project management skills Proficient in Microsoft Office tools Ability to anticipate and think-through impact of decisions Demonstrated effective time management skills to ensure all projects are completed in an effective and timely manner Ability to work in a fast-paced environment on simultaneous projects both independently and in team environments. Strong interpersonal skills with experience in working in teams and communicating to groups Willingness to seek out feedback, and ability to incorporate feedback to enhance performance Strong academic background Supply Chain, Facilities Management, HR, Marketing, IT, or a related degree (other degrees may be considered) Interest in Procurement will be a plus What we offer At TJX Europe, we believe in supporting our associates to thrive both professionally and personally. Here's what you can expect: Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays Exclusive employee discounts at TK Maxx and Homesense Ongoing learning and development opportunities A collaborative, inclusive culture where your voice is valued Access to wellbeing support and resources Pension and life assurance schemes Opportunities to grow your career across our global business Hybrid working model with flexibility A vibrant, campus-style head office in the heart of Watford-featuring a subsidised canteen, onsite gym, free parking, and just a short walk from Watford Junction Station Application Process Online application > Psychometric Online Tests > Online Video Interview > Assessment Centre or In Person Interview You must have the legal right to work in the country you are applying to. As proud as we are of our past success, it's our future that excites us most. We strive to provide opportunities for growth, recognition and a competitive salary and benefits package. Share our determination to think bolder and bigger, and be part of our future. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation. Address: 73 Clarendon Road Location: EUR Home Office Watford GB
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
TJX Europe At TJX Europe, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritises your development. Whether you're working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores-TK Maxx & Homesense, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX team-a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer. Job Description: About the Program Please apply only if you are currently in your second year of university and will be undertaking a year in industry during your third year Ready to make your impact on a global sourcing and procurement team who source everything we need to run our retail business and drive value to our bottom line? During this 12 month placement, you will work with functions in all regions to understand the their needs and to help them decide with confidence the suppliers that will deliver the best value. You will help to facilitate cross-functional and cross-regional collaboration, analyze the external market, facilitate the sourcing process and lead negotiations to identify the best suppliers for TJX. We collaborate and provide procurement expertise to support our global business. Focused on our goods not for resale, our goal is to drive value and effective delivery of merchandise to enable the successful execution of our off-price retail model. What You'll Do Within Global Sourcing and Procurement, our Category Managers work with partners across the organization to drive and enable the delivery of functional strategies. Our teams encourage collaboration and sharing of ideas to support the growth of our fast paced business. Provide support for critical business objectives, enabling the TJX retail business operating model. Ensure we are managing and executing projects and deliverables in a timely, effective, and efficient manner. Assist with daily activities within the global sourcing and procurement function. Supports global category managers in the delivery of their sourcing events; potential categories include Supply Chain, Facilities Management, IT, HR, and Marketing Leads low to medium value complexity sourcing events with business unit partners and cross functional teams Participates in selection of suppliers and activities leading up to it Conducts research and analysis to support category sourcing initiatives Collaborates in opportunities for specification alignment, process improvement and demand management Identifies opportunities for supplier relationship management and rationalization What We're Looking For We are looking for current students who are highly motivated self-starters, with the ability to prioritize effectively, be proactive and flexible, and demonstrate a strong bias for action in a fast-paced professional environment. Additional skills include: Strong organizational, communication, negotiating, supplier relationship management and analytical skills Must be detail oriented and have project management skills Proficient in Microsoft Office tools Ability to anticipate and think-through impact of decisions Demonstrated effective time management skills to ensure all projects are completed in an effective and timely manner Ability to work in a fast-paced environment on simultaneous projects both independently and in team environments. Strong interpersonal skills with experience in working in teams and communicating to groups Willingness to seek out feedback, and ability to incorporate feedback to enhance performance Strong academic background Supply Chain, Facilities Management, HR, Marketing, IT, or a related degree (other degrees may be considered) Interest in Procurement will be a plus What we offer At TJX Europe, we believe in supporting our associates to thrive both professionally and personally. Here's what you can expect: Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays Exclusive employee discounts at TK Maxx and Homesense Ongoing learning and development opportunities A collaborative, inclusive culture where your voice is valued Access to wellbeing support and resources Pension and life assurance schemes Opportunities to grow your career across our global business Hybrid working model with flexibility A vibrant, campus-style head office in the heart of Watford-featuring a subsidised canteen, onsite gym, free parking, and just a short walk from Watford Junction Station Application Process Online application > Psychometric Online Tests > Online Video Interview > Assessment Centre or In Person Interview You must have the legal right to work in the country you are applying to. As proud as we are of our past success, it's our future that excites us most. We strive to provide opportunities for growth, recognition and a competitive salary and benefits package. Share our determination to think bolder and bigger, and be part of our future. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation. Address: 73 Clarendon Road Location: EUR Home Office Watford GB
Location: Poole Hours: Monday Friday, 8am-5pm office based Salary: c £45k DOE + Co bonus paid monthly and annually Benefits: 22 days rising after 2 years, Holiday buy-back scheme, Pension, Growth by sharing bonus scheme, on-site parking, Modern open-plan offices, Free lunch every Friday, Company sick pay, company social and corporate events, monthly + annual bonus structure, training provided. PLEASE NOTE, YOU MUST DRIVE AND HAVE YOUR OWN CAR FOR THIS ROLE. Aspire Jobs are delighted to be working with our client who are a well-established family run business who are on a growth trajectory and who are now looking for to recruit a Category Manager to join their hardworking team at their office based in Poole, Dorset. This role will see you working across multiple categories, with a positive approach where you can consolidate, de-risk and project manage that category. You will naturally have a very customer centric approach to your work. The successful Category Manager will have: - Senior buying/procurement experience at high level (FMCG or high-volume component parts as an example) Able to work at fast pace with high SKUs s A real ownership/can do mindset Superb Excel and data analysis experience Ability to build relationships confidently with suppliers some travel will be required Strategic category or project management experience from a procurement background Be commercially minded and entrepreneurial Be good with systems Be able to think for yourself on a daily basis/self-starter Ability to prioritise and manage your own workload Job duties for the Category Manager are: - Supplier Management including supplier scoping, right sizing and risk management Relationship building with strategic suppliers Category Planning Complete annual category strategy pack with execution plan for GP improvement, savings and consolidation projects that are road mapped and tracked through to delivery in line with business and team goals Understand slow moving lines and backlog of stock with plan of how to reduce Price negotiation and tracking of savings and consolidation targets achieved Looking for opportunities within the categories to grow and scale their own brand product offer Understanding the volumes and product requirements to ensure the right supply base is used effectively Create data sheets and tech packs to ensure we maintain all control over IP on new products introduced to the range. Oversee all quality control of new products to ensure standards and expectations are met on first deliveries. This role would suit someone with Senior buying, procurement, purchasing experience.
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Location: Poole Hours: Monday Friday, 8am-5pm office based Salary: c £45k DOE + Co bonus paid monthly and annually Benefits: 22 days rising after 2 years, Holiday buy-back scheme, Pension, Growth by sharing bonus scheme, on-site parking, Modern open-plan offices, Free lunch every Friday, Company sick pay, company social and corporate events, monthly + annual bonus structure, training provided. PLEASE NOTE, YOU MUST DRIVE AND HAVE YOUR OWN CAR FOR THIS ROLE. Aspire Jobs are delighted to be working with our client who are a well-established family run business who are on a growth trajectory and who are now looking for to recruit a Category Manager to join their hardworking team at their office based in Poole, Dorset. This role will see you working across multiple categories, with a positive approach where you can consolidate, de-risk and project manage that category. You will naturally have a very customer centric approach to your work. The successful Category Manager will have: - Senior buying/procurement experience at high level (FMCG or high-volume component parts as an example) Able to work at fast pace with high SKUs s A real ownership/can do mindset Superb Excel and data analysis experience Ability to build relationships confidently with suppliers some travel will be required Strategic category or project management experience from a procurement background Be commercially minded and entrepreneurial Be good with systems Be able to think for yourself on a daily basis/self-starter Ability to prioritise and manage your own workload Job duties for the Category Manager are: - Supplier Management including supplier scoping, right sizing and risk management Relationship building with strategic suppliers Category Planning Complete annual category strategy pack with execution plan for GP improvement, savings and consolidation projects that are road mapped and tracked through to delivery in line with business and team goals Understand slow moving lines and backlog of stock with plan of how to reduce Price negotiation and tracking of savings and consolidation targets achieved Looking for opportunities within the categories to grow and scale their own brand product offer Understanding the volumes and product requirements to ensure the right supply base is used effectively Create data sheets and tech packs to ensure we maintain all control over IP on new products introduced to the range. Oversee all quality control of new products to ensure standards and expectations are met on first deliveries. This role would suit someone with Senior buying, procurement, purchasing experience.
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
Interim FM & Construction Procurement Manager Location: Mostly Home-Based (1 Day per Week Bristol) 6 Month Contract £600-£700 per day This is a high-impact interim opportunity for an experienced procurement professional with FM and/or Construction category experience who enjoys building sourcing strategy from the ground up and influencing senior stakeholders. A major government organisation is seeking an Interim FM & Construction Procurement Manager to take ownership of complex sourcing activity across estates, facilities and construction-related spend. The role focuses on developing sourcing strategies, engaging stakeholders and driving compliant, value-led procurement outcomes across critical programmes. Ideal background Strong FM and/or Construction procurement experience Proven ability to build and execute sourcing strategies Confident stakeholder management across technical and non-technical audiences Public or private sector background welcomed Contract details 6 months initially (likely extension), mostly home-based with one day per week in Bristol, £600-£700 per day. Please apply directly through this page or reach out to Devan at
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Interim FM & Construction Procurement Manager Location: Mostly Home-Based (1 Day per Week Bristol) 6 Month Contract £600-£700 per day This is a high-impact interim opportunity for an experienced procurement professional with FM and/or Construction category experience who enjoys building sourcing strategy from the ground up and influencing senior stakeholders. A major government organisation is seeking an Interim FM & Construction Procurement Manager to take ownership of complex sourcing activity across estates, facilities and construction-related spend. The role focuses on developing sourcing strategies, engaging stakeholders and driving compliant, value-led procurement outcomes across critical programmes. Ideal background Strong FM and/or Construction procurement experience Proven ability to build and execute sourcing strategies Confident stakeholder management across technical and non-technical audiences Public or private sector background welcomed Contract details 6 months initially (likely extension), mostly home-based with one day per week in Bristol, £600-£700 per day. Please apply directly through this page or reach out to Devan at
Mobile Air-Conditioning HVAC Engineer Location: Reading RG1 Salary: £41,000 - £44,000 per annumDeliver excellence across our UK retail contract portfolio.We're looking for a dependable and experienced Air Conditioning / HVAC Engineer with a multi-skilled approach and strong mechanical and electrical (M&E) knowledge. This is a mobile role, providing high-quality repairs and maintenance across retail environments. What you'll do Carry out Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) and respond to reactive maintenance and breakdowns. Diagnose and repair a wide range of systems: Splits, VRFs, AHUs, DX systems, and occasional central plant equipment. Support system upgrades and retrofit projects with minimal disruption. Provide accurate quotations for remedial work or replacements. Maintain FGAS compliance records and update internal reporting platforms. Work collaboratively with colleagues, subcontractors, and site managers. What you'll need NVQ Level 2 in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (minimum). F-Gas Certification (C&G 2079 - Category 1) - mandatory. Strong knowledge of air conditioning systems and general mechanical building services. Previous experience in a mobile commercial or retail maintenance role. Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills with a proactive, customer-focused attitude. Full UK driving licence (maximum 6 penalty points). NVQ Level 3 or equivalent is desirable but not essential. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Mobile Air-Conditioning HVAC Engineer Location: Reading RG1 Salary: £41,000 - £44,000 per annumDeliver excellence across our UK retail contract portfolio.We're looking for a dependable and experienced Air Conditioning / HVAC Engineer with a multi-skilled approach and strong mechanical and electrical (M&E) knowledge. This is a mobile role, providing high-quality repairs and maintenance across retail environments. What you'll do Carry out Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) and respond to reactive maintenance and breakdowns. Diagnose and repair a wide range of systems: Splits, VRFs, AHUs, DX systems, and occasional central plant equipment. Support system upgrades and retrofit projects with minimal disruption. Provide accurate quotations for remedial work or replacements. Maintain FGAS compliance records and update internal reporting platforms. Work collaboratively with colleagues, subcontractors, and site managers. What you'll need NVQ Level 2 in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (minimum). F-Gas Certification (C&G 2079 - Category 1) - mandatory. Strong knowledge of air conditioning systems and general mechanical building services. Previous experience in a mobile commercial or retail maintenance role. Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills with a proactive, customer-focused attitude. Full UK driving licence (maximum 6 penalty points). NVQ Level 3 or equivalent is desirable but not essential. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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
.Project Manager - Grid Automation page is loaded Project Manager - Grid Automationlocations: Stone, Staffordshire, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: March 23, 2026 (30 days left to apply)job requisition id: R Location: Stone, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Job ID: R Date Posted: 2026-02-20 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED Profession (Job Category): Project/Program Management Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: Our Project Management team in Hitachi Energy UK is expanding. This role in the area of Grid Automation (high & Medium voltage substations Protection and control (RTU, SCADA, DCS ) is ideally suited for someone who has a proven track record in the execution of End user facing projects in the Transmission and distribution market with customers incl TSOs, EPCs and DNOs.Skilled at planning and forecasting activities using tools such as SAP and Primavera P6 / Microsoft Projects. You will be responsible for planning and managing the project from inception through to end of Warranty. This will include representing Hitachi Energy's commercial, contractual interests and managing and negotiations in line with FIDIC, NEC 3/NEC 4 or Orgaline forms of contract. Excellent communication skills and a willingness to travel to clients and partners within the UK (circa 10% of time) will be required. How you'll make an impact: Responsible for implementing projects within the area of Substation Automation. Manage the assigned projects from the initial handover from Sales to the successful completion of all on-site work. Your tasks will include coordinating an international project team and overseeing the efficient use of allocated resources. As the key point of contact, you will embrace an open and proactive approach to communication in your efforts to ensure maximum customer satisfaction. Drawing on your business expertise, you will manage the customer contract and take full responsibility for all commercial and contractual aspects of the project. Background: Engineering background: Electrical and Control systems / Computer networks, Based in Scotland - willing to be either in Glasgow 3 days a week, and 2 days a month in Stone, Staffordshire. HNC/HND / Degree Proven Project Management experience delivering solutions in Power Transmission projects. Chartered Engineer or Professional certified Project Manager Clean UK driving licence Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.Our people love technology - and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe.From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there's no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there's no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference.Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
.Project Manager - Grid Automation page is loaded Project Manager - Grid Automationlocations: Stone, Staffordshire, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: March 23, 2026 (30 days left to apply)job requisition id: R Location: Stone, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Job ID: R Date Posted: 2026-02-20 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED Profession (Job Category): Project/Program Management Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: Our Project Management team in Hitachi Energy UK is expanding. This role in the area of Grid Automation (high & Medium voltage substations Protection and control (RTU, SCADA, DCS ) is ideally suited for someone who has a proven track record in the execution of End user facing projects in the Transmission and distribution market with customers incl TSOs, EPCs and DNOs.Skilled at planning and forecasting activities using tools such as SAP and Primavera P6 / Microsoft Projects. You will be responsible for planning and managing the project from inception through to end of Warranty. This will include representing Hitachi Energy's commercial, contractual interests and managing and negotiations in line with FIDIC, NEC 3/NEC 4 or Orgaline forms of contract. Excellent communication skills and a willingness to travel to clients and partners within the UK (circa 10% of time) will be required. How you'll make an impact: Responsible for implementing projects within the area of Substation Automation. Manage the assigned projects from the initial handover from Sales to the successful completion of all on-site work. Your tasks will include coordinating an international project team and overseeing the efficient use of allocated resources. As the key point of contact, you will embrace an open and proactive approach to communication in your efforts to ensure maximum customer satisfaction. Drawing on your business expertise, you will manage the customer contract and take full responsibility for all commercial and contractual aspects of the project. Background: Engineering background: Electrical and Control systems / Computer networks, Based in Scotland - willing to be either in Glasgow 3 days a week, and 2 days a month in Stone, Staffordshire. HNC/HND / Degree Proven Project Management experience delivering solutions in Power Transmission projects. Chartered Engineer or Professional certified Project Manager Clean UK driving licence Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.Our people love technology - and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe.From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there's no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there's no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference.Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.
Job title: Category Manager Location: Warwick/Hybrid Duration: 6 months initially We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. The role: This role supports the Corporate Affairs procurement programme by leading the creation of clear scope documents, shaping the sourcing approach with Procurement and CA stakeholders, and coordinating inputs across the UK and US. It will drive early vendor mapping and cost benchmarking, support governance and reporting, and ensure compliance as Legacy contracts transition into a new framework. The role also provides essential project management to keep milestones on track and maintain strong stakeholder engagement throughout. Responsibilities: Lead the drafting of scope documents for each procurement lot, prioritising urgent areas such as Public Affairs, and Market Research Collaborate closely with Corporate Affairs leads and Procurement to define and refine the procurement approach and delivery plan Engage with internal stakeholders across the UK and US to gather requirements, validate assumptions, and ensure alignment with strategic priorities Support vendor mapping and cost benchmarking activities, including coordination with external partners such as KPMG and Wipro Contribute to the development of governance materials and reporting packs for executive-level review Ensure compliance with procurement standards and policies, and support the transition from Legacy arrangements to the new framework Provide project management support to ensure timely delivery of milestones and stakeholder engagement Requirements: Proven experience in procurement, contract management, or strategic sourcing-preferably within Corporate Affairs or similar functions. Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to work across geographies and time zones. Demonstrated ability to write clear, structured scope documents and manage complex procurement processes. Familiarity with cost optimisation methodologies and vendor assessment frameworks. Experience working with cross-functional teams and external consultants. Knowledge of UK and/or US procurement regulations and practices. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Adecco is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.
Feb 25, 2026
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Job title: Category Manager Location: Warwick/Hybrid Duration: 6 months initially We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. The role: This role supports the Corporate Affairs procurement programme by leading the creation of clear scope documents, shaping the sourcing approach with Procurement and CA stakeholders, and coordinating inputs across the UK and US. It will drive early vendor mapping and cost benchmarking, support governance and reporting, and ensure compliance as Legacy contracts transition into a new framework. The role also provides essential project management to keep milestones on track and maintain strong stakeholder engagement throughout. Responsibilities: Lead the drafting of scope documents for each procurement lot, prioritising urgent areas such as Public Affairs, and Market Research Collaborate closely with Corporate Affairs leads and Procurement to define and refine the procurement approach and delivery plan Engage with internal stakeholders across the UK and US to gather requirements, validate assumptions, and ensure alignment with strategic priorities Support vendor mapping and cost benchmarking activities, including coordination with external partners such as KPMG and Wipro Contribute to the development of governance materials and reporting packs for executive-level review Ensure compliance with procurement standards and policies, and support the transition from Legacy arrangements to the new framework Provide project management support to ensure timely delivery of milestones and stakeholder engagement Requirements: Proven experience in procurement, contract management, or strategic sourcing-preferably within Corporate Affairs or similar functions. Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to work across geographies and time zones. Demonstrated ability to write clear, structured scope documents and manage complex procurement processes. Familiarity with cost optimisation methodologies and vendor assessment frameworks. Experience working with cross-functional teams and external consultants. Knowledge of UK and/or US procurement regulations and practices. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Adecco is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.
