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Bristol We seek passionate Procurement Officers to work collaboratively with our suppliers around the world, enabling MBDA to provide world leading defence capabilities for our home Nations and their Allies. Salary: Circa £ 36,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: We seek passionate Procurement Officers to work collaboratively with our suppliers around the world, enabling MBDA to provide world leading defence capabilities for our home Nations and their Allies. We lead commercial relationships with UK and overseas companies, which are typically the design authority for the articles procured. Our supplier subcontracts cover the entire life cycle of missiles and missile systems under the responsibility of MBDA UK; this provides us varied opportunities and role progression, as well as the chance to travel (potentially internationally, depending upon which project you are assigned). You will manage mature series production supplier subcontracts and you will undertake activities such as ensuring supplier delivery in line with contract obligations to support both Domestic and Export Customers, negotiating value for money future pricing arrangements, bidding for new business and placing subsequent subcontracts, managing supplier obsolescence issues and deploying mitigation strategies What we're looking for from you: Experience in contract management and negotiation in customer/supplier environment Determination: day-to-day problem solving in an exciting commercial environment is a key part, so you will need to be comfortable in asking and answering difficult questions, challenging yourself and others to common goals, organising both people and situations Communication: reporting and co-operation with internal and external partners Assertiveness: continually seek ways to maximise on opportunities Qualified in a business subject area with procurement or supply chain accreditations, or equivalent experience UK and European Travel to suppliers required Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Shape procurement. Drive value. Make a difference. Salary: 49,050 - 52,187 per annum Location: Hybrid working across London, Surrey, Sussex and Berkshire Contract: Permanent, Full Time Are you an experienced Procurement, Category or Contract Management professional looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact? We're seeking a Procurement Category Manager to join a large specialist education organisation supporting children, young people and adults with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) across London and the South. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a diverse procurement portfolio, influence strategic decision-making and deliver tangible value across a multi-site organisation comprising 14 specialist schools and academies and 7 college centres . The Role Working as part of an established Procurement Team, you'll lead end-to-end procurement and contract management activities across a range of categories including: Estates & Facilities ICT Professional Services Operational and Corporate Services You'll manage formal tender exercises and further competitions under framework agreements, ensuring compliance with public procurement legislation while delivering value for money, quality and innovation. The role also offers significant exposure to supplier and contract management, including performance monitoring, supplier development, cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement programmes. Key Responsibilities Lead procurement projects and tender exercises from strategy through to contract award Deliver compliant procurement solutions across multiple spend categories Develop category knowledge and identify savings and efficiency opportunities Manage supplier relationships and contract performance Implement supplier action plans and continuous improvement initiatives Ensure compliance with procurement legislation, governance requirements and organisational policies Build strong relationships with stakeholders across multiple sites Support the delivery of strategic procurement objectives About You Applications are welcomed from professionals currently working as: Procurement Manager Category Manager Contract Manager Senior Procurement Officer Procurement Business Partner Commercial Manager Strategic Sourcing Specialist You'll ideally have: Experience leading tenders and procurement exercises Knowledge of public sector procurement legislation and best practice Strong supplier and contract management experience Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills A commercial mindset with a focus on delivering value The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities Experience within education is beneficial but not essential. Hybrid Working & Travel This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with approximately 50% home-based and 50% site-based working . Regular travel across London, Surrey, Sussex and Berkshire is required, therefore access to your own transport is essential. As the role involves visiting education settings, an Enhanced DBS check will be required. Salary & Benefits 49,050 - 52,187 per annum Benefits include: Teachers' Pension Scheme with life cover and family protection Generous annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Comprehensive learning and development opportunities Enhanced parental leave schemes Cycle to Work Scheme Season Ticket Loans Employee Referral Scheme Discounted Gym Membership and Digital Fitness Access Home Electronics Scheme Employee Car Lease Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Occupational Health Support and Mental Health First Aiders Apply Now If you're looking for a varied and rewarding procurement role where your expertise will directly support the delivery of vital education services, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Title: Housekeeping Manager Location: Headcorn, Kent - Own transport required Salary: 31,200 - 33,000 dependant experience Job Type: Permanent, Full Time About us: The Big Cat Sanctuary is a remarkable conservation destination. Our mission is to protect wild cats through Conservation, Rescue, Welfare, Breeding, and Education. We offer intimate, premium guest experiences where quality takes precedence over volume, ensuring every visit is memorable. About the role: The Housekeeping Manager is a pivotal role at the heart of the guest experience at The Big Cat Sanctuary. You will set and sustain the gold standard of cleanliness, presentation, and ambience across our luxury wildlife lodges, visitor-facing spaces, and operational back-of-house areas, ensuring every environment reflects the prestige and magic of the sanctuary. You'll be the custodian of first impressions and lasting memories, leading a dedicated team with passion, precision, and genuine pride in what makes The Big Cat Sanctuary an unrivalled destination in the UK. A polished, professional appearance and an instinctive understanding of luxury guest expectations is essential. Key duties Leadership & Team Development Recruit, induct, and develop a high-performing Housekeeping team, fostering a culture of pride, ownership, and continuous improvement. Create, manage, and communicate staff rotas to ensure seamless coverage across lodges, laundry, all guest-facing areas and operational back-of-house areas. Deliver ongoing coaching and formal training, embedding consistent standards and inspiring genuine passion for exceptional service. Conduct regular performance appraisals, supporting team members to grow and excel in their roles. Lodge & Estate Presentation Oversee the preparation, turndown, and daily servicing of at least eight luxury wildlife lodges to the exacting standards befitting a 5-Star Gold-accredited property. Conduct thorough daily inspections of lodges, guest reception areas, dining spaces, heritage rooms, and all operational back-of-house facilities. Ensure presentation across the estate is immaculate at all times, proactively addressing any concerns before they reach the guest. Manage linen, soft furnishings, and amenity presentation to the highest luxury standard, coordinating laundry and housekeeping operations efficiently. Guest Experience & Relations Champion a guest-first culture within the Housekeeping team, ensuring every interaction, however brief, is warm, professional, and attentive. Respond to guest feedback and housekeeping-related queries promptly and with grace, resolving issues in line with company values and procedures. Oversee lost property procedures meticulously, logging, storing, and returning guest items with care and discretion. Operations, Compliance & Budget Management Manage the housekeeping budget with commercial acumen, controlling labour costs and procurement of cleaning supplies, linens, and amenities. Maintain accurate inventory records, anticipating demand and placing orders to avoid shortfalls. Liaise closely with the Operations team to log, prioritise, and follow up on property maintenance and repair requirements. Coordinate with the Lodges, Founders' Suite, Welcome Centre, Restaurant, Animal Rescue Centre and Staff areas to ensure housekeeping services are delivered seamlessly across all facilities. Enforce all health, safety, and sanitation protocols in full, including COSHH compliance, correct PPE usage, and chemical handling procedures, in conjunction with the H&S Officer. Ensure all team members adhere to COSHH instructions and that relevant records and risk assessments are kept up to date. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement Attend and contribute to team meetings and cross-departmental briefings, sharing insight and championing housekeeping standards. Actively participate in formal and informal training and development opportunities. Contribute ideas and initiatives that support the sanctuary's journey towards 5-Star Gold hospitality accreditation. Carry out additional duties as reasonably required in support of the wider sanctuary operation. About you: Essential Proven experience in a housekeeping management/supervisory role within a luxury hotel, lodge, or premium hospitality environment An exceptional eye for detail and a natural instinct for standards of presentation that exceed expectation Strong people leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, develop, and hold a team to account with warmth and clarity Sound knowledge of COSHH regulations, health and safety requirements, and safe chemical handling Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, confident, professional, and warm with both guests and colleagues Highly organised, self-motivated, and able to prioritise effectively within a fast-paced, seasonal environment Flexibility to work across a 7-day rota including weekends and bank holidays What we offer: 28 days paid annual leave, plus Christmas Day off as standard. Overtime or TOIL available for additional hours worked. Free access to BCS and a network of UK and European zoos and wildlife collections. Enhanced family leave. Staff discounts and a genuinely special working environment, supporting a charity with a real conservation mission. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. The Big Cat Sanctuary is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. Candidates with experience of; Housekeeping Manager, Executive Housekeeper, Luxury Hotel Housekeeping, Boutique Lodge Manager, Head Housekeeper, Hospitality Operations Manager, 5-Star Hospitality, Front of House Management, Estate Presentation Manager, Accommodation Services Manager, Luxury Resort Housekeeping, Housekeeping Supervisor, Hospitality Team Leader also be considered for this role.

Corporate Compliance Manager (Interim) Location: Central Gosport, Hampshire Rate: £389.84 per day PAYE plus holiday allowance If the role was a permanent role, the annual salary would be in the region of £101k. Contract Type: Interim / Temporary Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday . The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Corporate Compliance Manager to join a busy local authority team based in Gosport. This role is responsible for leading the Compliance Team and ensuring the effective management of statutory compliance activities across both social housing and corporate assets. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving compliance performance, managing specialist contractors and ensuring the safety of residents, staff and building users. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the Compliance Team, including two Compliance Contract Leads and a Compliance Officer. Oversee and manage contracts relating to: Asbestos Management Surveys, Remedial Actions and Monitoring Electrical Inspections and Testing Fire Risk Assessments, Remedial Actions and Fire Servicing Gas Inspections, Testing and Servicing Lift Servicing and Maintenance Water Risk Assessments and Remedial Actions Drive contractor performance and maintain high levels of statutory compliance. Monitor compliance performance against agreed KPIs. Produce and present monthly compliance reports to senior stakeholders. Support the specification, procurement and mobilisation of compliance contracts. Verify contractor invoices and ensure expenditure aligns with contractual agreements. Chair and attend operational and strategic meetings as required. Build effective relationships with residents, leaseholders, councillors, contractors and internal departments. Ensure compliance records, certification and work programmes are accurately maintained through compliance management systems. About You To be successful in this role you will have: Proven experience managing multiple compliance disciplines within housing, property or local authority environments. Strong contractor management experience with a track record of improving performance. Previous experience managing compliance teams and staff. Excellent knowledge of statutory compliance regulations and associated legislation. Experience of budget management, cost control and delivering value for money. Strong analytical, reporting and presentation skills. Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Word. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Experience using compliance management systems would be highly advantageous. The ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Skills Compliance Management Contract Management Health & Safety Compliance Asbestos Compliance Fire Safety Management Gas Safety Compliance Electrical Compliance Budget Management Performance Reporting Stakeholder Management Benefits Competitive daily rate of £389.84 Opportunity to work within a respected local authority Varied and challenging compliance portfolio Leadership role with direct management responsibility Immediate impact on service delivery and resident safety . Should your application for a Corporate Compliance Manager be successful, you will be contacted shortly. Please note: The Corporate Compliance Manager job title shown above may be different to local job titles used in the client's business and issued on their contract of employment. Thank you for your interest in our role. E-Personnel Recruitment endeavours to respond to all applications, however, due to the volume of CVs received, this may not always be possible. Apply in the strictest of confidence to E-Personnel Recruitment, specialists in Permanent & Temporary Recruitment and a member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) which is the professional body for the recruitment industry.

Buyer Fareham, Hampshire Up to 45,000 + Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced Buyer looking for your next challenge within a dynamic engineering and manufacturing environment? We are partnering with a well-established and highly respected organisation in Fareham that is seeking a proactive and commercially focused Buyer to join its growing Procurement team. Working alongside a supportive team of professionals, you will play a key role in ensuring the efficient sourcing of materials, components, and services that support business growth and operational success. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building supplier relationships, negotiating commercial agreements, and working closely with production and engineering teams to deliver results. The Role As Buyer, you will be responsible for managing the procurement process from supplier sourcing through to delivery, ensuring quality, cost, and service expectations are consistently achieved. Key Responsibilities Managing the procurement of raw materials, components, and subcontract services Identifying, evaluating, and developing new supplier partnerships Negotiating pricing, contracts, and commercial agreements to achieve cost savings and best value Monitoring supplier performance and driving continuous improvement initiatives Raising and managing purchase orders and subcontract work orders Working closely with Engineering, Production, and Operations teams to support business requirements Supporting new product introductions and supplier development activities Maintaining accurate purchasing data within ERP/MRP systems About You We are keen to speak with candidates who have experience within purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or sourcing roles, particularly within manufacturing, engineering, aerospace, automotive, electronics, or technical environments. You will ideally have: Previous experience in a Buyer, Senior Buyer, Purchasing Officer, Procurement Specialist, or Supply Chain role Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems The ability to interpret technical specifications or engineering drawings (advantageous) A commercially focused mindset with excellent organisational skills CIPS qualification or a desire to work towards professional procurement qualifications What's on Offer? Salary up to 45,000 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Company pension scheme Life assurance Employee Assistance Programme Opportunity to join a stable and growing business Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development If you are looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact, develop supplier relationships, and contribute to the success of a leading manufacturing business, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Adele Harper for a confidential discussion. INDAB

Enables clients to architect a global foundation for Finance data and improved business processes. Experienced in implementing the Oracle Cloud Financials Procurement and Projects Accounting Modules The Synergy programme is to deliver a shared-services Back Office HR, Finance and Payroll transformation as one solution to multiple government departments, modernising the employee experience for all 250,000 civil servant service users. The diverse user group spans from High-Court Judges to Flood defence workers, Prison officers to Customs Officials, Jobcentre staff to Veterinary workers. The scope includes transformation of all aspects of HR best practice, including performance management, knowledge and skills.

Your new company A unique and exciting organisation in North Wales delivering essential public services is seeking multiple Procurement Officers to join their Procurement department. Your new role The Procurement Officer will supporting a diverse portfolio of categories including directs and indirects such as electrical goods, Facilities Management (FM), and IT.This will include: Providing expert procurement support and advice, selecting appropriate sourcing strategies and routes to market, including a mix of full open market tenders under PA23, as well as framework call-offs. Deliver best value by effectively utilising existing Government frameworks and contracts. Manage end-to-end tender processes in line with organisational policy and relevant procurement legislation. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, resolving invoice queries and delivery issues while ensuring service excellence. Monitor and analyse spend to identify efficiencies and track year-on-year savings. Collaborate closely with the wider Commercial team to drive continuous improvement and implement process enhancements. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience in a similar procurement role - this could be a Procurement Officer, Buyer, Assistant Buyer etc Ideally you will bring experience of public-sector procurement, though this is not essential as training can be provided Strong stakeholder engagement and stakeholder management skills Contract management experience Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Ideally you will be CIPS level 4 qualified Ability to commute to the office in Deeside 4 days per week initially, reducing to 3 after initial induction and training period (to be agreed) What you'll get in return An initial 6 month contract with a possibility of extension £16.37 per hour PAYE The opportunity to develop your skills within an exciting public services organisation Whilst not guaranteed, there may be potential to apply for a permanent post later down the line What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Principal Commercial Officer Location - Oppotunities in Hertfordshire or Bristol Copello is supporting a leading defence organisation in the recruitment of a Principal Commercial Officer. This role offers the exciting chance to work in a business-critical area, directly influencing the future of UK defence domains. This role is ideal for candidates with 2+ years experience looking for career development within an exciting, global company. Salary offered will reflect level of experience. The Role: As a Principal Commercial Officer, you will be responsible for: Leading and managing commercial activities across the full project lifecycle Developing, negotiating, and managing high-value contracts and subcontracts Providing strategic commercial advice to internal stakeholders Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, governance, and procurement policies Managing risk, supporting pricing strategies, and overseeing bid governance What We re Looking For: Proven experience in a senior or principal-level commercial role A background in defence, aerospace, nuclear, or another regulated industry Strong knowledge of contract law and negotiation, ideally with experience in DEFCONs or equivalent frameworks Ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders in a complex environment Eligibility for security clearance may be required What s on Offer: The opportunity to influence the nations critical defence programmes Career development in a supportive and collaborative environment Annual bonus Paid overtime Dynamic working (no core hours) Flexible/hybrid working (more on site presence required during State of the art working facilities (on site gym, subsidised restaurant and café) Flexi discount and benefit scheme & much more If you would like to find out more or have any questions, please make apply and we can discuss further at a suitable time.

Senior Commercial Officer - Major Engineering Programmes Kidderminster | Hybrid (up to 1 day per week) £40,000- £55,000 + excellent Benefits. Are you commercially minded with a talent for building relationships, managing contracts and supporting business growth? We're partnering with a highly innovative engineering and manufacturing organisation operating within a complex, international environment. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Senior Commercial Officer to support the development of bids, proposals and commercial agreements for major engineering programmes. This is a varied role that sits at the intersection of sales, commercial, contracts and project delivery. You'll work closely with customers and internal stakeholders to create winning proposals, negotiate commercial agreements, manage contract risks and support the successful conversion of opportunities into long-term business. What you'll be doing: Supporting the preparation and submission of customer bids and proposals Managing commercial aspects of contracts and customer agreements Working with engineering, project management and finance teams to develop robust commercial offers Identifying and mitigating commercial risks throughout the bid and contract life cycle Participating in customer discussions and contract negotiations Supporting business planning and forecasting activities Ensuring compliance with governance, legal and commercial requirements What we're looking for: Experience in a commercial, contracts, bids, sales support or business development role Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to analyse information and identify commercial risks and opportunities Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Experience working within engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, defence, technology or other complex project environments would be advantageous This opportunity would suit individuals from commercial, contracts, bid management, project support, procurement or business development backgrounds who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. In return, you'll join a collaborative team, gain exposure to high-value programmes and play a key role in securing future business for an organisation delivering cutting-edge engineering solutions. Interested? Contact us for a confidential discussion!

I'm looking for a remote, part-time Administrator role supporting a busy operational and Finance-facing team. The position plays a key part in ensuring accurate and timely processing of orders, goods received notes, and purchase ledger activity, helping to keep financial and procurement processes running smoothly. Key responsibilities Processing incoming orders and goods received notes (GRNs) accurately and efficiently Matching and posting transactions to the purchase ledger Raising purchase orders promptly and with a high level of accuracy Supporting day-to-day financial processing and resolving discrepancies where required Working closely with Finance colleagues to maintain smooth workflow and data integrity Required experience and skills Experience in finance administration or housing sector administration Strong understanding of purchase orders, invoices, and ledger processes High attention to detail and accuracy when handling transactional data Ability to work independently and effectively in a fully remote environment Strong organisational skills and a process-driven approach Role details 16 hours per week (flexible working pattern) 19 per hour Fully remote / home-based Temporary assignment (3 months) Close collaboration with Finance and operational teams If this administrator role sounds like your next step, apply now or contact Olivia at (url removed)

Procurement Officer 3.5 Month Contract Up to 330 per day Inside IR35 Liverpool (once per week in the office) Purpose of the Role The Procurement Officer will support the delivery of compliant, efficient, and value-driven procurement and contract management activities. Working closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers, the role will ensure procurement processes achieve best value, meet legislative requirements, and contribute to organisational objectives through effective contract management, supplier performance monitoring, and the promotion of social value and sustainability. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage end-to-end procurement activities, including tender development, evaluation, contract award, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and best practice. Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and partners, providing expert procurement advice and supporting strategic procurement planning. Monitor supplier performance and contract compliance, ensuring value for money, delivery of social value commitments, and continuous improvement through effective contract management and benchmarking. Requirements To be successful in this role, you will have: CIPS Level 4 qualification (or equivalent experience in public sector procurement). Proven experience within a public sector procurement environment. Sound knowledge of Public Procurement Regulations, the Equality Act, and Modern Slavery legislation. Experience using e-procurement systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships at all levels. Understanding of sustainable procurement principles and their practical application. Experience developing, implementing, and promoting procurement policies and procedures. A commitment to embedding Equality, Diversity, Social Value, and Modern Slavery considerations throughout procurement activities. (Rullion is a recruitment agency) Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

We have an exciting opportunity available with Victim Support Scotland! As a Modern Apprentice within the Digital Services and IT Team, you will gain hands-on experience while learning the fundamentals of IT support and digital service delivery. You will work under the guidance of the IT Officers and the Head of Digital Services/IT, supporting routine tasks and developing your skills as you progress through the apprenticeship. Your role will involve assisting with day-to-day administration, providing basic IT support, and contributing to the maintenance of digital systems across the organisation. Responsibilities: IT support & administration: Assist with responding to basic IT support queries (e.g., password resets, device checks). Log and update support tickets under supervision from IT Officers. Support routine IT administration tasks such as maintaining records and updating documentation. Systems & digital services support: Help monitor and update simple content on the IT Hub. Assist with maintaining the IT asset register (logging equipment, updating records). Support routine monitoring tasks and escalate issues to IT Officers when required. Learning & development activities: Assist with supervised cyber security routines, device checks, and software updates. Shadow IT Officers to learn about O365, SharePoint, and Cyber Security processes. Support the collection of data for KPI and monthly reports. Team support & communication: Develop communication skills by interacting with staff and volunteers. Learn to explain simple technical information clearly to non-technical colleagues. Support procurement of basic IT materials under guidance. Project support (entry level): Assist with collating project documentation and preparing handover materials. Help gather simple requirements for system improvements under supervision. Support service transition activities by organising documentation for the Service Desk. Communication & representation: Communicate professionally with colleagues, volunteers, and external partners while developing your confidence in handling technical conversations. You will also be responsible for maintaining confidentiality and complying with GDPR and organisational policies. Line management & support: You will report day-to-day to the IT Officers, who will coordinate your workload and support your development. The Head of Digital Services and IT will oversee your apprenticeship programme and ensure your training aligns with organisational needs. Required skills: Willingness to learn and develop technical skills. Good communication skills. Basic administrative and organisational abilities. Ability to manage time with support. Basic IT literacy (Word, Excel, email, browsers). Positive attitude and willingness to learn. Works well with others. Honest, reliable and trustworthy. Able to adapt to change with support. Shows initiative while recognising when to seek guidance. Experience using computers for school/college work. Experience completing school/college projects. Experience using Teams/Zoom or similar tools. The following experience is desirable (but not essential): Highers including English and if possible Computing. Experience in any workplace or volunteering role. Basic understanding of Windows 10/11. Basic familiarity with Word and Excel. Salary: £24,479 per annum Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm Future prospects: 90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after completing: this is 20% higher than the national average. Important information: This vocational apprenticeship comprehensively supports your specific job role with this particular employer. Throughout your learning journey, you are fully supported by your dedicated QA skills coach and your mentor at work. They ensure you settle in, help you develop all the skills you need to be successful in your job role and pass your assessments, and can provide one to one support. Starting with insights into your current potential, they plan your growth in a programmatic way, close skills gaps with immersive training and ensure what you learn is applicable to what you do. They talk you through the specifics on the qualifications you gain and how they align in particular to your day to day role. On completion, as well as the valuable work experience you have gained, you get a nationally recognised qualification at SCQF Level 6. If you are interested in starting your career and receiving a work based qualification at the same time APPLY NOW! Please be advised that this advert may close prior to the closing date stated above if a high number of applications are received. If you are interested in this vacancy please apply below as soon as possible.

Candidates must be suitably experienced and proficient in the drafting of social care and public health contracts, advice on the specific legal regimes affecting the procurement of such contracts and the conduct of social care and public health commissioning activity. Part of the role will be the covering of a heavy caseload of such matters in order to cover a period of long term absence and as such, applicants need to have the ability to start such work immediately and complete cases to challenging timescales Senior Commerial Lawyer To provide high quality and solution focused legal services to the City Council, schools and other clients in one of the following teams: Child Protection Commercial Law Property and Regeneration Adult Social Care and Litigation Planning and Regulatory Law To be a senior advisor and representative in an area of legal specialism including complex, high profile and sensitive matters. To be able to provide advice on other legal matters affecting local authorities. To manage and develop lawyers and other fee earners. To support the head of law and legal management team in the management of the service. Main Areas of Responsibility: To undertake a full caseload of complex and often sensitive legal matters within one or more specialisms of the team and dealing with complex and sensitive matters To provide proactive and solution focussed advice that supports the delivery of the council's priorities and policies To manage and develop lawyers and / or other team members within your team ensuring the delivery of high quality and cost-effective legal services To be able to advise on legal matters relevant to public and local government law including on executive and committee decision-making, information governance and public law challenges To advise members and formal member level bodies including Cabinet, Council, committees and overview and scrutiny in respect of the team's specialism and as required by the City Director and / or their Deputy Director To support the City Director of Law & Governance in their role as monitoring officer and in promoting the Nolan Principles in the council and escalating matters as appropriate To externally commission legal work for the Council where required, ensuring value for money and high-quality advice and representation is received To ensure the service, teams and the wider Council is aware of the current and future law and practice affecting the authority To participate in the delivery of projects and programmes in the Legal Service and / or corporately To support the Head of Law with the development of legal procedures and policies To support the Head of Law in the delivery of value for money and income generation in the work of the team To have responsibility to authorise payments from an agreed expenditure budget To deputise for the Head of Law in their absence or as requested To manage lawyers and team members ensuring their performance management and development The job holder will embed diversity and inclusion into the team and Council's working promoting non-discriminatory practices and challenging discriminatory practices at all times To ensure compliance with statutory duties and corporate policies and standards and ensure within team, raising non-compliance including but not limited to health and safety, information governance, financial and procurement regulations This job description is not intended to be either prescriptive or exhaustive, it is issued as a framework to outline the main areas of responsibility at the time of writing. To carry out other tasks as may reasonably be required Supervision and Management Responsibility: Ensuring activities are planned to include meaningful one to one conversations, quality annual appraisals and regular workforce planning and development Manages performance and behavioural issues effectively Budget and Financial Responsibility: Being fully accountable for managing the council's resources well and complying with statutory requirements. This includes managing time, avoiding unnecessary waste, reuse and recycle resources to reduce personal impact. Monitor financial performance and deliver within budget Monitor financial performance, deliver within budget and seek savings and efficiencies by exploring opportunities to draw funding where appropriate Set, monitor, and remain within budget whilst challenging the team to deliver increased efficiencies Explores different options for funding and income generation Social Value Responsibility: Drive for social value through all activities, ensuring wider social, economic and environmental benefits for the council, residents and communities Physical Demands of the Job: The post holder will be required to use a computer screen and sit at a desk for prolonged periods of time Corporate Responsibility: Contribute to the delivery of the Council Plan Delivering and promoting excellent customer service, externally and internally Commitment to customer excellence by dealing with customer feedback, including complaints, and learning from feedback in the drive for continuous improvement Making the council a great place to work, living the council's values, actively engaging in regular communications including team meetings, undertaking training as required and being responsible for managing own performance Develop the Council's commitment to equal opportunities and to promote non-discriminatory practices in all aspects of work undertaken To ensure that all work functions are undertaken in accordance with health and safety legislation, codes of practice and the Council's safety plan Competency Framework: We operate a competency framework, a set of core behaviours which define how we are expected to approach our work, how we perform in certain situations and how we treat each other. Each competency details the standards of behaviours and skills required by all staff and this in turn supports delivery of our aim and our council plans linking them together with our values. The post holder will be required to demonstrate the ability to perform at the following competency level: Level 2. The competency framework can be found here. Person Specification Assessment methods used: I = Interview, P = Presentation, A = Application, E = Exercise, T = Test, AC = Assessment Centre Qualification and training Essential Qualified solicitor, barrister, FCILEX (in all cases authorised to practice in England & Wales) (A) Must be authorised to conduct litigation under the Legal Services Act 2007 (A) Expert knowledge and understanding of the law and procedure relating to the relevant area of specialism (A/I) Desirable An understanding of public law as it applies to local authorities, including decision making and governance Management training relevant to the seniority and nature of the role Experience Essential Experience of providing complex and specialist legal advice to a local authority or similar organisation (A/I) Experience of the supervision of staff (A/I) Experience of building and maintaining positive relationships with clients (internal and external) and delivering their needs (A/I) To provide legal advice in the team's specialism, including advising and representing the Council in internal and external forums (A/I) To provide risk based and solution focussed advice to clients (I) To work under pressure and with minimal supervision (A/I) To support the delivery and cost effectiveness of legal services through continuous improvement (I) To be able to manage and motivate team members (A/I) A skilled communicator to a range of audiences in writing and verbally (A/I) Desirable Experience of working on projects To work collaboratively at all levels and in a non-hierarchical way To have an understanding of working in a political environment To promote and advance diversity and inclusion and challenge inequality in the service and Council To support the work of the monitoring officer Commitment Essential Experience of working on projects (A/I) To work collaboratively at all levels and in a non-hierarchical way (I) To have an understanding of working in a political environment (I) To promote and advance diversity and inclusion and challenge inequality in the service and Council (A/I) To support the work of the monitoring officer (I) Must be qualified solicitor, barrister, FCILEX (in all cases authorised to practice in England and Wales) and authorised to conduct litigation under the Legal Services Act 2007. Must be experienced and proficient in the drafting of social care and public health contracts, advice on the specific legal regimes affecting the procurement of such contracts, and the conduct of social care and public health commissioning activity.

Aatom Recruitment is looking for OR(phone number removed) - Applications Service Delivery Manager on behalf of a Local Authority. Job Title: OR(phone number removed) - Applications Service Delivery Manager Contract Duration: 3 Months Hours Per Week: 37 Role Purpose The Applications Services Delivery Manager leads the team of specialists delivering applications services used by the Council. The role supports the wider delivery of the DDaT technical improvement programme, acting as the technical lead for projects related to their specialism. Leading a team of specialist applications professionals to deliver services and supporting the applications in the portfolio. The role ensures continuous development and improvement of services and promotes and drives efficiency. Works closely with Application vendors to manage supplier performance and to ensure that every application has a roadmap with technical prerequisites understood across supporting teams within the IT service. Works with key stakeholders across the Council to ensure that applications align to strategic priorities across the Councils Directorates. Role Details: The role requires someone to lead the delivery and performance of application services, ensuring effective demand management through the DDaT Front Door, robust supplier management, and continuous service improvement. Responsible for application lifecycle, stakeholder engagement, and delivering efficiencies and savings, while maintaining high service standards and governance. Skills and knowledge - A strong mix of application service delivery, demand management, supplier management, and stakeholder engagement skills, underpinned by technical awareness and a focus on service improvement and governance with Technical awareness, understanding of application architecture, integrations, and data flows Education/Qualifications: Educated to degree level (or be able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills and aptitude) Member of a relevant professional body or chartered institute. Relevant IT qualification or skills and experience (ITIL or similar). Technical Skills Computer literate including experience of using IT systems and Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, Project & Visio). Deployment tools, low-code, and built-in apps, PowerApps, basic scripting and RPA to improve operations Ability to evaluate and improve IT systems and processes Deep and extensive technical experience and skills managing business applications lifecycle including server/ client/ database/SaaS/cloud, integrations and interfaces, incidents, changes, and problems. Broad technical knowledge of IT technology, infrastructure, and security Able to troubleshoot and resolve complex support issues on a major corporate system (or multiple smaller systems) Knowledge Strong knowledge of major systems in use within the Local Government Sector Familiar with API Integration technologies to integrate third-party APIs with existing systems. Highly developed knowledge of the sector specifically in the field of application management. Proven ability in managing technical projects, technical teams, other managers and staff to achieve agreed outputs, within budget, including benefit realization. Demonstrable ability to analyse and evaluate complex information from a range of sources in order to form judgements and make decisions. Experience Effective communicator able to work well with stakeholders and suppliers, business aware and deliver written reports and documentation. Experience of budget management Experience managing resources and processes in an IT team to deliver application services, including supplier performance and stakeholder participation. Application Development experience with implementing, developing, deploying, and maintaining custom applications Experienced in collaborating effectively with a broad range of staff and other stakeholders, including senior managers. Builds trust to foster collaboration. Able to manage supplier relationships Able to run small projects putting together simple plans and reporting progress Highly developed organisational skills Good inter-personal skills with the ability to work with all stakeholders and influence to ensure the right technical direction is considered as part of strategic decision making. Stakeholders including Councillors, Directors, Heads of Service, officers, contractors, partners to agree and deliver the required outputs. Contract management and procurement experience along with working collaboratively with partners to influence the achievement of successful outcomes.

To provide high quality and solution focused legal services to the City Council, schools and other clients in one of the following teams: Child Protection Commercial Law Property and Regeneration Adult Social Care and Litigation Planning and Regulatory Law To be a senior advisor and representative in an area of legal specialism including complex, high profile and sensitive matters. To be able to provide advice on other legal matters affecting local authorities. To manage and develop lawyers and other fee earners. To support the head of law and legal management team in the management of the service. Directly Responsible For: Lawyers and other team members Trainee Lawyers allocated to the team Directly Responsible To: Head of Law Main Areas of Responsibility: To undertake a full caseload of complex and often sensitive legal matters within one or more specialisms of the team and dealing with complex and sensitive matters To provide proactive and solution focussed advice that supports the delivery of the council's priorities and policies To manage and develop lawyers and / or other team members within your team ensuring the delivery of high quality and cost-effective legal services To be able to advise on legal matters relevant to public and local government law including on executive and committee decision-making, information governance and public law challenges To advise members and formal member level bodies including Cabinet, Council, committees and overview and scrutiny in respect of the team's specialism and as required by the City Director and / or their Deputy Director To support the City Director of Law & Governance in their role as monitoring officer and in promoting the Nolan Principles in the council and escalating matters as appropriate To externally commission legal work for the Council where required, ensuring value for money and high-quality advice and representation is received To ensure the service, teams and the wider Council is aware of the current and future law and practice affecting the authority To participate in the delivery of projects and programmes in the Legal Service and / or corporately To support the Head of Law with the development of legal procedures and policies To support the Head of Law in the delivery of value for money and income generation in the work of the team To have responsibility to authorise payments from an agreed expenditure budget To deputise for the Head of Law in their absence or as requested To manage lawyers and team members ensuring their performance management and development The job holder will embed diversity and inclusion into the team and Council's working promoting non-discriminatory practices and challenging discriminatory practices at all times To ensure compliance with statutory duties and corporate policies and standards and ensure within team, raising non-compliance including but not limited to health and safety, information governance, financial and procurement regulations. Full Time 35 hours per week; 1 day onsite and 4 days WFH

Role : Commercial Officer - SC Contract Length: 120 days initially Location : London, Croydon, Liverpool or Manchester (3 days/week on site - whichever is closest) IR35 : Inside Rate: £550/day Security Clearance: SC Minimum Requirement: Public sector procurement Contract Management Security Clearance: SC Deliverables include: market engagement - planning; identification of required documents and their authors; recommendations; and engaging suppliers under a CCS Framework. procurement - production of documents needed for: the Invitation to Tender; commercial approvals; contract award and contract management. Contract Management Commercial advice, guidance, support and point of escalation for BAU contracts. Enablers provide common services across the organisation. Enterprise Services (ES) provision common IT services across the organisation. Both areas have contracts expiring that require re-procurement along with contract / commercial support for BAU contracted services. Enablers are looking to re-procure their CRM solution and ES are looking to re-procure a number of services including MS Teams External Calling; Contact Centre Services and our Device Support contract. We require an experienced Commercial Manage to support Enables and Enterprise Services including without limitation, the following deliverables: Market engagement - planning; identification of required documents and their authors; recommendations; and engaging suppliers under a CCS Framework. Procurement - production of documents needed for: the Invitation to Tender; commercial approvals; contract award and contract management. Contract Management Commercial advice, guidance, support and point of escalation for BAU contracts. Essential skills and experience: Experience of leading the procurement, through re-opened competition, call-off contracts for Information Technology (IT) from Crown Commercial Service (CCS) framework agreements, as part of a multi-disciplinary team within a project or programme that is governed by one or more Boards Experience of working in multi-disciplinary Buyer teams on market engagement that involved: persuading stakeholders and team colleagues of the value of market engagement, factoring in their reasonable observations and feeding back how market engagement had been adapted. identifying compliant opportunities to identify the team s key information requirements from the market and the team s key messages for the market through, as appropriate: development and application of questionnaires, with review of responses and identification of related actions; iterative sharing of draft documentation; running broadcast events and one-to-one events; and / or other means of market engagement. Experience of involving the incumbent in market engagement in a way that: recognises the incumbent s possible role as a bidder but also mitigates the risk that the incumbent is seen to have a material unfair advantage over other potential bidders. applies contractual obligations to ensure timely provision of data about current service provision such as incumbent s data on assets and personnel (to support other potential bidders assessment of risk against regulations for Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) (TUPE). recognises the incumbent s role in transition from one contract to another, and potentially the incumbent s role in transition from one supplier to another. Experience of working with a legal advisor to understand and mitigate risks and issues relating to procurement regulations Experience of working with the incumbent and a legal advisor to obtain information that can be shared with potential bidders to help them to assess TUPE risk Skill in persuading stakeholders and team colleagues to acknowledge and accommodate commercial perspective in writing, though informal discussion and by attending Board meetings, achieved by using language stakeholders and team colleagues understand in respect of risks and issues pertaining to time, quality, cost, governance and compliance Skill in listening to or reading written communications from stakeholders and team colleagues who may have low commercial awareness; identifying and then discussing with them the commercial matters, including regulatory compliance, that are implicit in what they are saying or writing but which they may not have recognised Skill in briefing legal advisors when seeking advice about matters that may be hazardous in respect of compliance with the public sector regulatory framework for procurement, including: identifying the points where specific legal advice is wanted, providing the background material legal advisors will want, and being able to discuss the matters verbally with them so they appreciate what advice is needed Skill in resolving differences between parties by finding pragmatic solutions, ideally on the basis of applying reasonable principles accepted by the parties and that are in the Buyer s interest Skill in developing and applying a supplier perspective to market engagement including identification of possible concerns from potential bidders about risk transfer from the buyer to a supplier, and managing these concerns in writing, and verbally at market engagement events Desirable skills and experience: Experience in identifying and checking relevant government guidance (eg playbooks) for ideas and potential weaknesses in a market engagement approach, by considering the relevance of the guidance to the specific market engagement and the feasibility of applying the guidance Experience of procuring, through re-opened competition, call-off contracts for Information Technology To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources on (phone number removed) Disability Confident As a member of the disability confident scheme, CLIENT guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Armed Forces Covenant CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us on (phone number removed). We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know.

A new Quality Supplier Officer vacancy has arisen in our fast growing company. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our QSHE team reporting to the Quality Manager. LOCATION: Skegness - Holly Road Head Offices, with regular working at other sites in Lincolnshire with requirement for regular national and international auditing. JOB TITLE: Quality Supplier Officer JOB TYPE: Full Time HOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm (with half an hour unpaid lunch break) SALARY RANGE: £36,000 - £40,000pa (dependent on skills and experience) ADDITIONAL BENEFITS: Relocation package of up to £2,000, generous yearly bonus (Profit Related Pay), company sick pay, 30 days holiday including bank holidays JOB SUMMARY: We are looking for a full time Supplier Quality Officer to join our Quality Team in the QSHE department. As Supplier Quality Officer you will be responsible for the maintenance and ongoing continual improvement of a supplier approval system compliant with our Integrated Management System and incorporating the requirements of ISO 9001, ISO 13485, BS EN 14065, ISO 14001, ISO 50001 and Micronclean s Health and Safety standard. This will include the review, audit and approval of new suppliers, in addition to re-approval or performance management of existing suppliers to Micronclean Limited. The successful applicant will play a key role in working with the Quality team to develop and maintain a process for ensuring the consistent quality of our products and services, providing guidance and expertise to those responsible for Quality. The Supplier Quality Officer will specialise in Supplier Performance Quality and ensure that the products and services supplied to Micronclean meet agreed specifications and that the organisations / facilities supplying them have suitable systems and controls to demonstrate our required levels of capability. Key Duties to include: To represent Micronclean & our expectations on our suppliers sites and act as the Micronclean primary interface on supplier quality issues, keeping the business informed of all activities related to supplier performance. To effectively manage, plan, schedule and perform external supplier audits, including international audits, in-line with relevant schedules and certification, supporting all areas of the business. Responsibility will include the generation and issue of audit reports, follow-up of any quality issues associated with the supplier and ensuring that corrective actions are closed out / completed Close collaboration with the Micronclean Procurement department during supplier selection to assess risk and ensure that all relevant documentation is obtained for approval to supply including accurate and comprehensive technical specifications for incoming products. Ensure that all relevant supplier documentation is correctly filed / stored and available, and that relevant associated systems are up to date at all times. Conduct internal audits to identify Quality issues within the business, to proactively identify Quality issues and to assess the effectiveness of solutions in place, reviewing systems for effectiveness. Monitor and manage Supplier Quality KPIs, CAPAs and supplier performance including escalation of poor supplier performance and the management of supplier quality risks Assist the QSHE team with Daily Activities as required. Assist with training of relevant personnel. Maintain a Clean and Safe working environment. The candidate: A self-motivated, highly determined individual who wants to affect change. Good communicator and team worker Able to work independently, with good attention to detail and able to work to deadlines Full driving license Science degree or equivalent suitable experience in a supplier management role Detailed knowledge and practical experience of management of quality management systems, particularly ISO 9001:2015 Experienced Lead Auditor for ISO 9001 and auditor experience in ISO 13485. Willing and able to execute international audits independently Experienced working with Office applications to include word, excel, sharepoint and powerpoint. Preferable skills/experience : Internal auditor qualification Experience working with an ERP system Training/experience in validation GMP Knowledge/background Closing date for applications: Friday, 26th June 2026 First round interview date: week commencing: 29th June 2026 on Microsoft Teams Second round interview date: to be confirmed and will take place in person at our Head Office in Skegness Why Work for Micronclean as a Quality Supplier Officer? There are many reasons to join the Micronclean family, but here are just a few more: Competitive rates of pay, and voluntary overtime frequently available. Company pension contributions of 5% of salary. 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing to 33 days for loyalty service Company Sick Pay scheme Various schemes to support employees with their mental health and wellbeing. A generous yearly bonus paid every January, to all staff About Micronclean Micronclean is a family-owned business based in Lincolnshire employing over 400 people. The company provides products and services to various industries. Our current focus areas include rental of specialist work wear to cleanroom industries (pharmaceutical, medical devices, aerospace), and of protective workwear to manufacturing industries (engineering, automotive). The company also manufactures and distributes a range of cleanroom products, which it sells in the UK and exports throughout Europe and further afield, including India, Australia, and Canada. The company has an ambitious vision for growth both in the UK where we are investing in all our plants and abroad. where our plant in Bangalore, India has recently been commissioned and is supporting the production of Covid-19 vaccines in India. For more information about Micronclean, please visit our website. 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Waste Development Officer Location: Waterbeach Waste Management Park, CB25 9PG Rate of Pay: 16.35 per hour PAYE Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm with flexible hours available. Occasional weekend and evening work required. Working Schedule: Hybrid - onsite visits required, up to 3 days onsite at Waterbeach Management Park (onsite basis to be discussed with manager) and working from home. Duration: 12-week temporary role with potential to move to a fixed-term basis with Cambridgeshire County Council until March 2028 DBS Requirement: Enhanced DBS - if you do not have one, Opus People Solutions will process one on your behalf. All applicants must hold a Valid UK Driving Licence and have access to their own vehicle. Opus People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of our Client, Cambridgeshire County Council, for a Waste Development Officer on a temporary basis. This is a great opportunity for candidates with environmental experience or interest, including recent graduates. Key Responsibilities Monitor service performance and analyse data Conduct site visits and resolve operational issues Support public engagement and behaviour change initiatives Contribute to projects and strategy work Work with contractors, councils, and internal teams Support procurement and compliance activities Requirements Valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential) Experience in operational, waste, or environmental roles (preferred) Understanding of waste management principles Environmental qualification or relevant experience (desirable) Additional Info & Benefits Flexible working hours (some evenings/weekends required) Mileage expenses covered PPE provided Opportunity to secure a fixed-term role until March 2028 Apply Now!

Buyer Fareham, Hampshire Up to £45,000 + Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced Buyer looking for your next challenge within a dynamic engineering and manufacturing environment? We are partnering with a well-established and highly respected organisation in Fareham that is seeking a proactive and commercially focused Buyer to join its growing Procurement team. Working alongside a supportive team of professionals, you will play a key role in ensuring the efficient sourcing of materials, components, and services that support business growth and operational success. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building supplier relationships, negotiating commercial agreements, and working closely with production and engineering teams to deliver results. The Role As Buyer, you will be responsible for managing the procurement process from supplier sourcing through to delivery, ensuring quality, cost, and service expectations are consistently achieved. Key Responsibilities Managing the procurement of raw materials, components, and subcontract services Identifying, evaluating, and developing new supplier partnerships Negotiating pricing, contracts, and commercial agreements to achieve cost savings and best value Monitoring supplier performance and driving continuous improvement initiatives Raising and managing purchase orders and subcontract work orders Working closely with Engineering, Production, and Operations teams to support business requirements Supporting new product introductions and supplier development activities Maintaining accurate purchasing data within ERP/MRP systems About You We are keen to speak with candidates who have experience within purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or sourcing roles, particularly within manufacturing, engineering, aerospace, automotive, electronics, or technical environments. You will ideally have: Previous experience in a Buyer, Senior Buyer, Purchasing Officer, Procurement Specialist, or Supply Chain role Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems The ability to interpret technical specifications or engineering drawings (advantageous) A commercially focused mindset with excellent organisational skills CIPS qualification or a desire to work towards professional procurement qualifications What's on Offer? Salary up to £45,000 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Company pension scheme Life assurance Employee Assistance Programme Opportunity to join a stable and growing business Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development If you are looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact, develop supplier relationships, and contribute to the success of a leading manufacturing business, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Adele Harper for a confidential discussion. INDAB

Job Title: Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness - Hybrid (3 days per week on site) We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: From £37,091 (DOE) Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: As a key member of our Commercial Team, you'll work cross functionally and directly with customers to drive high impact commercial outcomes. You'll support in contract preparation, negotiation, bidding, drafting, configuration, and ongoing contract management. Core duties: Comprehensive Contract and Subcontract Management Support across the contract lifecycle including bidding, contract administration, monitoring compliance, managing amendments and variations, overseeing configuration, and ensuring smooth contract closure with accurate documentation Drafting and Negotiation of Agreements, preparing, reviewing, and refining contractual documents and commercial agreements, while leading negotiations to secure favourable terms and mitigate risks Ensuring contracts and subcontracts are legally sound, commercially viable, and aligned with organisational objectives before execution, with attention to detail in approvals, signatures, and record-keeping Building good, trust-based relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders, applying a high degree of customer focus to understand needs, resolve issues, and maintain long-term collaboration Providing guidance to stakeholders, supporting business objectives , and contributing to the development of best practices in contract and relationship management Essential Skills: Contract, Procurement & Commercial acumen including knowledge of terms and conditions, types of contracts, and associated commercial risks/opportunities Excellent communication abilities with a collaborative, adaptable, and organised approach Ability to build, maintain, and strengthen client/customer partnerships Accuracy in reviewing contracts, documents, and data to identify risks and inconsistencies The Commercial Team: The Commercial Team works cross functionally with key stakeholders to support all submarine programmes. Their responsibilities span contract preparation, negotiation, bidding activities, drafting and writing documentation, as well as configuring and managing contracts throughout their lifecycle. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 8th July 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.