FTC Senior Accounts Assistant Location: Preston Salary: £35,000-£40,000 Reference: ASPLIV Our client is seeking an experienced and hands-on Senior Accounts Assistant to join their business on a 12-month fixed term contract to provide maternity cover. This is a key role responsible for the end-to-end management of the finance function, combining day-to-day transactional oversight with ownership of cash flow, reporting, and financial controls. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment and can take full ownership of financial processes while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong governance. Responsibilities: Manage end-to-end sales and purchase ledger processes, including invoice processing, approvals, and postings Perform and review reconciliations across multiple bank accounts, credit cards, and e-commerce payment platforms Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial transactions Reconcile supplier statements and maintain accurate accounts payable records Oversee aged receivables and support credit control procedures, including authorisation of sales orders Monitor and manage daily bank balances, deposits, and liquidity requirements Forecast foreign currency requirements and coordinate overseas payments Manage bulk and ad-hoc payment runs Manage trade finance activities Produce regular reports on sales performance and overall financial position Deliver cash position updates and insights, including monthly reviews with the Managing Director Prepare aged stock and receivables reports Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, including PVA and VAT Maintain robust financial controls and governance across all processes Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors, supporting audits and information requests Manage credit insurance processes Requirements: Previous experience in a Finance Manager or Senior Finance role Experience using Xero accounting software (preferred) or similar systems Strong cash flow management experience Experience working with auditors and external financial stakeholders Knowledge of imports, import VAT, and trade finance (preferred) Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Hands-on approach, comfortable managing both transactional and strategic finance tasks High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills Package Details / Benefits: 12 month fixed-term contract (maternity cover) 23 days annual leave + Bank Holiday Option to buy or sell 3 days. Company Pension (Apply online only) Monday to Friday To Contact Direct: Daniel Barnett Senior Executive Consultant (phone number removed) (url removed) At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion, and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store, and handle your data these can be viewed on our website.
May 06, 2026
Full time
FTC Senior Accounts Assistant Location: Preston Salary: £35,000-£40,000 Reference: ASPLIV Our client is seeking an experienced and hands-on Senior Accounts Assistant to join their business on a 12-month fixed term contract to provide maternity cover. This is a key role responsible for the end-to-end management of the finance function, combining day-to-day transactional oversight with ownership of cash flow, reporting, and financial controls. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment and can take full ownership of financial processes while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong governance. Responsibilities: Manage end-to-end sales and purchase ledger processes, including invoice processing, approvals, and postings Perform and review reconciliations across multiple bank accounts, credit cards, and e-commerce payment platforms Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial transactions Reconcile supplier statements and maintain accurate accounts payable records Oversee aged receivables and support credit control procedures, including authorisation of sales orders Monitor and manage daily bank balances, deposits, and liquidity requirements Forecast foreign currency requirements and coordinate overseas payments Manage bulk and ad-hoc payment runs Manage trade finance activities Produce regular reports on sales performance and overall financial position Deliver cash position updates and insights, including monthly reviews with the Managing Director Prepare aged stock and receivables reports Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, including PVA and VAT Maintain robust financial controls and governance across all processes Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors, supporting audits and information requests Manage credit insurance processes Requirements: Previous experience in a Finance Manager or Senior Finance role Experience using Xero accounting software (preferred) or similar systems Strong cash flow management experience Experience working with auditors and external financial stakeholders Knowledge of imports, import VAT, and trade finance (preferred) Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Hands-on approach, comfortable managing both transactional and strategic finance tasks High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills Package Details / Benefits: 12 month fixed-term contract (maternity cover) 23 days annual leave + Bank Holiday Option to buy or sell 3 days. Company Pension (Apply online only) Monday to Friday To Contact Direct: Daniel Barnett Senior Executive Consultant (phone number removed) (url removed) At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion, and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store, and handle your data these can be viewed on our website.
Summary £15.45 - £15.95 per hour 30-35 hour contract AM & PM shifts 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Enhanced family leave Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We're reliable, organised and ready to go far. Just like you. As a Retail Shift Manager at Lidl, you'll help us maintain our high standards day after day. From motivating your team to taking responsibility for the shop floor, you'll keep our store running like clockwork, thriving in a fast-paced and challenging environment. You'll also reap the rewards of your hard work, enjoying the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader and find your footing for future success. In return, we'll give you a competitive hourly pay rate based on equal opportunity and pay structures, plus an extra £2.00 per hour for work during bank holidays and £3.50 per hour for night shifts, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl. We're proud to be supportive teams with big ambitions too, so there'll be plenty of ways for you to progress. With the right training, we'll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here. What you'll do Motivate and support your team, learning from our Leadership and Company Principles Swiftly solve problems and delegate tasks Create an environment where your colleagues can succeed alongside you Manage operations within your Store and colleagues in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager Handle freshness, cash processes, inventory and stock management to make sure shifts run smoothly Give our customers the very best experience every time they visit your store What you'll need Experience leading a team to achieve targets in a bustling, fast-paced environment The ability to effectively delegate tasks and motivate your team Patience and a friendly manner with the ability to keep calm in any situation Passion to thrive as a key part of the Store Team A proactive and encouraging approach to help your colleagues develop themselves and store operations What you'll receive 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Enhanced family leave Pension scheme Long service awards Plus, more of the perks you deserve Thinking of using AI to help with your application? AI tools (e.g. Chat GTP, Gemini) can help you get started and prepared for your interview but remember that our team can easily spot AI-generated responses. The applications that stand out most are the ones that feel genuine and reflect your unique self. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment. If you're ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.
May 06, 2026
Full time
Summary £15.45 - £15.95 per hour 30-35 hour contract AM & PM shifts 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Enhanced family leave Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We're reliable, organised and ready to go far. Just like you. As a Retail Shift Manager at Lidl, you'll help us maintain our high standards day after day. From motivating your team to taking responsibility for the shop floor, you'll keep our store running like clockwork, thriving in a fast-paced and challenging environment. You'll also reap the rewards of your hard work, enjoying the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader and find your footing for future success. In return, we'll give you a competitive hourly pay rate based on equal opportunity and pay structures, plus an extra £2.00 per hour for work during bank holidays and £3.50 per hour for night shifts, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl. We're proud to be supportive teams with big ambitions too, so there'll be plenty of ways for you to progress. With the right training, we'll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here. What you'll do Motivate and support your team, learning from our Leadership and Company Principles Swiftly solve problems and delegate tasks Create an environment where your colleagues can succeed alongside you Manage operations within your Store and colleagues in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager Handle freshness, cash processes, inventory and stock management to make sure shifts run smoothly Give our customers the very best experience every time they visit your store What you'll need Experience leading a team to achieve targets in a bustling, fast-paced environment The ability to effectively delegate tasks and motivate your team Patience and a friendly manner with the ability to keep calm in any situation Passion to thrive as a key part of the Store Team A proactive and encouraging approach to help your colleagues develop themselves and store operations What you'll receive 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Enhanced family leave Pension scheme Long service awards Plus, more of the perks you deserve Thinking of using AI to help with your application? AI tools (e.g. Chat GTP, Gemini) can help you get started and prepared for your interview but remember that our team can easily spot AI-generated responses. The applications that stand out most are the ones that feel genuine and reflect your unique self. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment. If you're ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Great choice, outstanding value, market leading customer service. That's Topps Tiles. But there's more too: for example, did you know just how ambitious and fast-moving we are as a business? We are continuously investing in our organisation to give our teams the tools they need to stay ahead of the competition with exciting plans for the future. With only the very best quality on-trend products sourced from around the world offering outstanding value. If there's a recipe for success, that's ours. That and passionate, enthusiastic, anything-for-the-customer people. People like you. What we're looking for As Store Manager, you'll make sure that your store is an inspiring place to shop; that we're wowing customers with amazing choice and friendly, knowledgeable customer service. How will you do all that? By leading and motivating a close-knit team. By supporting, training and developing them, giving them the tools they need to exceed sales and profit targets through inspirational customer service. And that's important: we're not a hard-sell sort of place. Sales come through great service, always have done, always will. An interest in creativity or interior design really helps in this role as you support your team to help the customer visualise their projects and really bring them to life with the technology available in store. As Store Manager you'll create the business plan and develop your people to increase sales margins. You'll manage every aspect of your store. And you'll constantly look for ways to improve - as an individual, as a team, as a store. So yes, we're looking for ambition. For Store Managers who want their store, and their team, to be the best in the land. That's the sort of drive we love. No two days are the same, one minute you could be getting creative, the next helping with our traders. Lifting tiles is part of the job as is putting away deliveries! Who you are You know retail. You've had full P&L responsibility and can call on an impressive track record of delivering outstanding customer service and great financial results. Of course, the two go hand-in-hand: sales come through service. That's certainly the way it is here at Topps Tiles and why we place such importance on great customer experiences. You're commercially aware with the business acumen to keep ahead of your competition and set your store apart. And you're a passionate can-do, will-do role model. A natural from-the-front leader who will drive performance through your team through clear leadership, coaching and people management. What we'll do for you In a culture where hard work is recognised and great results are rewarded, you can look forward to uncapped personal commission and company bonus schemes that will give you a share of our success and substantially increase your base wage. Then there's a generous staff discount, a Share Save scheme, pension and life assurance, health insurance, a holiday allowance that increases with length of service and a wide range of other benefits. We're committed to promoting talent from within too, which means you'll be well-supported to build a rewarding career with an individual development plan and lots of training on offer. And while you'll need the flexibility to cover store opening hours (including weekends) as well as the flexibility to cover other stores, there's no evening work to worry about - and no working on Christmas Eve or Boxing Day either. Who we are Big things are happening at Topps Tiles. As the UK's leading tile specialist selling only the very best quality on-trend products, £1 of every £3 spent in the UK domestic tile market is spent with us. We have grown to incorporate over 1,500 specialist experts and over 350 stores nationwide. This is an exciting time to join the Topps Tiles family. We're as big on career opportunities as we are on outstanding service and great value. After all, it's the brilliant, friendly, knowledgeable people that make us special. Due to health and safety reasons and the nature of the work in our stores, we would invite applications from those aged 18 or over. Think you know Topps Group? Think again. There's plenty about Topps Group that might surprise you. Like the fact that you don't need to be a DIY or tile expert to work in one of our stores or our Leicester based Support Centre. Or the fact that that we're Britain's largest specialist tile retailer, with more than 1,600 in-store specialists providing world class customer service to homeowners and tradespeople in over 300 stores nationwide.
May 06, 2026
Full time
Great choice, outstanding value, market leading customer service. That's Topps Tiles. But there's more too: for example, did you know just how ambitious and fast-moving we are as a business? We are continuously investing in our organisation to give our teams the tools they need to stay ahead of the competition with exciting plans for the future. With only the very best quality on-trend products sourced from around the world offering outstanding value. If there's a recipe for success, that's ours. That and passionate, enthusiastic, anything-for-the-customer people. People like you. What we're looking for As Store Manager, you'll make sure that your store is an inspiring place to shop; that we're wowing customers with amazing choice and friendly, knowledgeable customer service. How will you do all that? By leading and motivating a close-knit team. By supporting, training and developing them, giving them the tools they need to exceed sales and profit targets through inspirational customer service. And that's important: we're not a hard-sell sort of place. Sales come through great service, always have done, always will. An interest in creativity or interior design really helps in this role as you support your team to help the customer visualise their projects and really bring them to life with the technology available in store. As Store Manager you'll create the business plan and develop your people to increase sales margins. You'll manage every aspect of your store. And you'll constantly look for ways to improve - as an individual, as a team, as a store. So yes, we're looking for ambition. For Store Managers who want their store, and their team, to be the best in the land. That's the sort of drive we love. No two days are the same, one minute you could be getting creative, the next helping with our traders. Lifting tiles is part of the job as is putting away deliveries! Who you are You know retail. You've had full P&L responsibility and can call on an impressive track record of delivering outstanding customer service and great financial results. Of course, the two go hand-in-hand: sales come through service. That's certainly the way it is here at Topps Tiles and why we place such importance on great customer experiences. You're commercially aware with the business acumen to keep ahead of your competition and set your store apart. And you're a passionate can-do, will-do role model. A natural from-the-front leader who will drive performance through your team through clear leadership, coaching and people management. What we'll do for you In a culture where hard work is recognised and great results are rewarded, you can look forward to uncapped personal commission and company bonus schemes that will give you a share of our success and substantially increase your base wage. Then there's a generous staff discount, a Share Save scheme, pension and life assurance, health insurance, a holiday allowance that increases with length of service and a wide range of other benefits. We're committed to promoting talent from within too, which means you'll be well-supported to build a rewarding career with an individual development plan and lots of training on offer. And while you'll need the flexibility to cover store opening hours (including weekends) as well as the flexibility to cover other stores, there's no evening work to worry about - and no working on Christmas Eve or Boxing Day either. Who we are Big things are happening at Topps Tiles. As the UK's leading tile specialist selling only the very best quality on-trend products, £1 of every £3 spent in the UK domestic tile market is spent with us. We have grown to incorporate over 1,500 specialist experts and over 350 stores nationwide. This is an exciting time to join the Topps Tiles family. We're as big on career opportunities as we are on outstanding service and great value. After all, it's the brilliant, friendly, knowledgeable people that make us special. Due to health and safety reasons and the nature of the work in our stores, we would invite applications from those aged 18 or over. Think you know Topps Group? Think again. There's plenty about Topps Group that might surprise you. Like the fact that you don't need to be a DIY or tile expert to work in one of our stores or our Leicester based Support Centre. Or the fact that that we're Britain's largest specialist tile retailer, with more than 1,600 in-store specialists providing world class customer service to homeowners and tradespeople in over 300 stores nationwide.
IT Shop Manager Our client is urgently looking for an IT Shop Manager to manage their store on a permanent basis. Naturally, the role is on-site 5 days a week. You will be expected to work 1 in 4 Saturdays. You will be compensated through overtime or a day off in Lieu. You will be customer and business focussed, enthusiastic and be familiar with MS Office and Adobe products. You will be rewarded with an excellent salary, as well as a brilliant benefits package including private health insurance (upon a years' completion), pension scheme, annual leave including buy/sell holiday, company events and many, many more perks! IT Shop Manager - Key Skills: Strong customer service skills and a confident, friendly manner Some basic IT knowledge or a genuine interest in technology Knowledge of PC products and peripherals Familiarity and experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe products Good organisation and attention to detail Effective prioritisation and triaging of tasks An understanding of the importance of branding and brand perception An understanding of marketing and promotion Understand the importance of customer satisfaction and loyalty Comfortable using computers, email and shop/ticketing systems Able to explain things clearly without using too much jargon Reliable, trustworthy and able to take ownership of the shop area Sales experience would be useful, but pushy sales is not what we want Stock control or ordering experience IT Shop Manager Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
May 06, 2026
Full time
IT Shop Manager Our client is urgently looking for an IT Shop Manager to manage their store on a permanent basis. Naturally, the role is on-site 5 days a week. You will be expected to work 1 in 4 Saturdays. You will be compensated through overtime or a day off in Lieu. You will be customer and business focussed, enthusiastic and be familiar with MS Office and Adobe products. You will be rewarded with an excellent salary, as well as a brilliant benefits package including private health insurance (upon a years' completion), pension scheme, annual leave including buy/sell holiday, company events and many, many more perks! IT Shop Manager - Key Skills: Strong customer service skills and a confident, friendly manner Some basic IT knowledge or a genuine interest in technology Knowledge of PC products and peripherals Familiarity and experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe products Good organisation and attention to detail Effective prioritisation and triaging of tasks An understanding of the importance of branding and brand perception An understanding of marketing and promotion Understand the importance of customer satisfaction and loyalty Comfortable using computers, email and shop/ticketing systems Able to explain things clearly without using too much jargon Reliable, trustworthy and able to take ownership of the shop area Sales experience would be useful, but pushy sales is not what we want Stock control or ordering experience IT Shop Manager Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
Imaginative Bid Writer & Bid Manager Salary: 100,000 - 120,000 (DOE) + Bonus + Benefits Location: Northern Home Counties / East Midlands (Hybrid Working Available) Most bids fail because they all sound the same. This role exists to change that. Imaginative Bid Writer & Bid Manager - This is not a standard Bid role This is an opportunity for a senior Bid Manager, Bid Writer, Proposals Manager or Head of Bids to take full ownership of how a growing business wins work. You will not be managing a process. You will be improving it. The Opportunity A growing, privately owned property services / social housing / maintenance contractor is looking to appoint an Imaginative Bid Writer & Bid Manager to strengthen its work-winning capability. The business has built a strong reputation for delivery and is now entering a new phase of growth, supported by a strengthened senior leadership team. The focus now is on improving the quality, consistency, and impact of bids. This role sits at the centre of that. What You Will Be Doing This is a hands-on, high-impact Bid Writing and Bid Management role where you will take full ownership of the bid process from start to finish. More importantly, you will improve how bids are done across the business. You will: Work directly with operational leaders, commercial teams, and senior stakeholders Extract real delivery insight, KPIs, case studies, and evidence Write and structure high-quality, compelling bid responses Develop win themes and differentiate submissions from competitors Improve how information is captured, stored, and reused Build consistency without introducing unnecessary bureaucracy Contribute to the overall commercial positioning of the business You will be expected to go into the business and extract what others miss, turn operational reality into compelling, differentiated bids, challenge inputs that are not strong enough, deliver high-quality submissions under pressure, and improve how the business approaches bidding, not just execute it. This is not about answering questions. It is about building submissions that win work. What Makes This Role Different Most Bid Manager or Bid Writer roles are process-led. This one is not. There is no interest in template-driven, corporate bidding approaches. You will not be sitting behind a system waiting for input. Instead, you will: Speak directly to the people delivering contracts Ask the right questions Challenge where necessary Build responses from real information You will also identify gaps in how the business presents itself and help improve that. Most bid roles are process-driven and sit within established teams. This one does not. You will be given ownership, visibility, and the opportunity to shape how a business wins work, working directly with senior leadership in a fast-moving environment. What Good Looks Like You do not just write strong bids. You identify things the business is doing that are not being captured, turn fragmented information into clear, structured responses, make bids stand out without overcomplicating them, and improve win rates over time. What We Are Looking For This role will suit a Senior Bid Manager, Bid Writer, Bid Lead, Head of Bids or Proposals Manager who wants more ownership and impact. You will: Have experience in bid management, bid writing, proposals or work-winning Be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment Be able to work with limited or unstructured information Have strong written communication and storytelling ability Be confident engaging with senior stakeholders and operational teams Be proactive, commercially aware, and solutions-focused You are likely to come from a contract-led environment such as construction, social housing, facilities management, infrastructure, or outsourced services. Other transferable experience will be considered. AI, Tools and Approach You will be expected to use tools such as AI (including ChatGPT, Claud, CoPilot or similar) to improve efficiency and output quality. However, this is not about producing generic responses. The focus is on: Quality of thinking Clarity of communication Tailored, relevant submissions The expectation is that you use these tools intelligently to enhance output, iterate and refine responses, and continuously improve quality rather than relying on first-pass outputs. The Environment This is a growing SME environment, not a corporate structure. The culture is: Fast-paced Delivery-focused Commercially driven Accountable You will have direct exposure to senior leadership and a visible impact on how the business wins work. This is a senior-level appointment, reflected in both responsibility and package. Salary & Benefits 100,000 - 120,000 (DOE) basic salary Performance-related bonus Hybrid working This Role Will Not Suit You If You rely heavily on templates or rigid bid processes. You prefer coordinating input rather than owning outcomes. You need complete or highly structured information before you can start. You are not comfortable challenging senior stakeholders. Why Apply This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact Bid Manager / Head of Bids role within a growing business where you can: Take full ownership of bids Improve how the business wins work Work directly with senior stakeholders Shape a function rather than fit into one Apply Now If you are an experienced Bid Manager, Bid Writer, Proposals Manager or Head of Bids looking for a role with genuine ownership and impact, apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion. Reference (phone number removed)
May 06, 2026
Full time
Imaginative Bid Writer & Bid Manager Salary: 100,000 - 120,000 (DOE) + Bonus + Benefits Location: Northern Home Counties / East Midlands (Hybrid Working Available) Most bids fail because they all sound the same. This role exists to change that. Imaginative Bid Writer & Bid Manager - This is not a standard Bid role This is an opportunity for a senior Bid Manager, Bid Writer, Proposals Manager or Head of Bids to take full ownership of how a growing business wins work. You will not be managing a process. You will be improving it. The Opportunity A growing, privately owned property services / social housing / maintenance contractor is looking to appoint an Imaginative Bid Writer & Bid Manager to strengthen its work-winning capability. The business has built a strong reputation for delivery and is now entering a new phase of growth, supported by a strengthened senior leadership team. The focus now is on improving the quality, consistency, and impact of bids. This role sits at the centre of that. What You Will Be Doing This is a hands-on, high-impact Bid Writing and Bid Management role where you will take full ownership of the bid process from start to finish. More importantly, you will improve how bids are done across the business. You will: Work directly with operational leaders, commercial teams, and senior stakeholders Extract real delivery insight, KPIs, case studies, and evidence Write and structure high-quality, compelling bid responses Develop win themes and differentiate submissions from competitors Improve how information is captured, stored, and reused Build consistency without introducing unnecessary bureaucracy Contribute to the overall commercial positioning of the business You will be expected to go into the business and extract what others miss, turn operational reality into compelling, differentiated bids, challenge inputs that are not strong enough, deliver high-quality submissions under pressure, and improve how the business approaches bidding, not just execute it. This is not about answering questions. It is about building submissions that win work. What Makes This Role Different Most Bid Manager or Bid Writer roles are process-led. This one is not. There is no interest in template-driven, corporate bidding approaches. You will not be sitting behind a system waiting for input. Instead, you will: Speak directly to the people delivering contracts Ask the right questions Challenge where necessary Build responses from real information You will also identify gaps in how the business presents itself and help improve that. Most bid roles are process-driven and sit within established teams. This one does not. You will be given ownership, visibility, and the opportunity to shape how a business wins work, working directly with senior leadership in a fast-moving environment. What Good Looks Like You do not just write strong bids. You identify things the business is doing that are not being captured, turn fragmented information into clear, structured responses, make bids stand out without overcomplicating them, and improve win rates over time. What We Are Looking For This role will suit a Senior Bid Manager, Bid Writer, Bid Lead, Head of Bids or Proposals Manager who wants more ownership and impact. You will: Have experience in bid management, bid writing, proposals or work-winning Be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment Be able to work with limited or unstructured information Have strong written communication and storytelling ability Be confident engaging with senior stakeholders and operational teams Be proactive, commercially aware, and solutions-focused You are likely to come from a contract-led environment such as construction, social housing, facilities management, infrastructure, or outsourced services. Other transferable experience will be considered. AI, Tools and Approach You will be expected to use tools such as AI (including ChatGPT, Claud, CoPilot or similar) to improve efficiency and output quality. However, this is not about producing generic responses. The focus is on: Quality of thinking Clarity of communication Tailored, relevant submissions The expectation is that you use these tools intelligently to enhance output, iterate and refine responses, and continuously improve quality rather than relying on first-pass outputs. The Environment This is a growing SME environment, not a corporate structure. The culture is: Fast-paced Delivery-focused Commercially driven Accountable You will have direct exposure to senior leadership and a visible impact on how the business wins work. This is a senior-level appointment, reflected in both responsibility and package. Salary & Benefits 100,000 - 120,000 (DOE) basic salary Performance-related bonus Hybrid working This Role Will Not Suit You If You rely heavily on templates or rigid bid processes. You prefer coordinating input rather than owning outcomes. You need complete or highly structured information before you can start. You are not comfortable challenging senior stakeholders. Why Apply This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact Bid Manager / Head of Bids role within a growing business where you can: Take full ownership of bids Improve how the business wins work Work directly with senior stakeholders Shape a function rather than fit into one Apply Now If you are an experienced Bid Manager, Bid Writer, Proposals Manager or Head of Bids looking for a role with genuine ownership and impact, apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion. Reference (phone number removed)
Robert Half has partnered with a business in Andover to recruit for a newly created Project Support Analyst role. This is a permanent position offering a salary of up to £40,000, with hybrid working (four days in the office and one day remote). The Role You will join a small but growing Project Delivery team, supporting the organisation's digital transformation journey. In this role, you will work closely with the Project Manager on large-scale technology and business change initiatives, while also taking ownership of the end-to-end delivery of smaller projects. This opportunity is ideal for someone at the early stages of their project management career who is looking to gain exposure to a broad range of technology and business change projects. Key Responsibilities Process mapping and documentation Data analysis and preparation Project delivery support Project planning About You Experience in process mapping and documenting operational workflows Strong capability in data validation and analysis Ability to prioritise and break down complex processes into clear and logical steps Confident speaking to stakeholders On Offer Up to £40,000 Hybrid working (4 days in office, 1 day remote) - based in Andover 25 days annual leave (plus 8 days BH) Pension contributions Life assurance 7x salary Health insurance Free parking Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
May 06, 2026
Full time
Robert Half has partnered with a business in Andover to recruit for a newly created Project Support Analyst role. This is a permanent position offering a salary of up to £40,000, with hybrid working (four days in the office and one day remote). The Role You will join a small but growing Project Delivery team, supporting the organisation's digital transformation journey. In this role, you will work closely with the Project Manager on large-scale technology and business change initiatives, while also taking ownership of the end-to-end delivery of smaller projects. This opportunity is ideal for someone at the early stages of their project management career who is looking to gain exposure to a broad range of technology and business change projects. Key Responsibilities Process mapping and documentation Data analysis and preparation Project delivery support Project planning About You Experience in process mapping and documenting operational workflows Strong capability in data validation and analysis Ability to prioritise and break down complex processes into clear and logical steps Confident speaking to stakeholders On Offer Up to £40,000 Hybrid working (4 days in office, 1 day remote) - based in Andover 25 days annual leave (plus 8 days BH) Pension contributions Life assurance 7x salary Health insurance Free parking Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Are you a facilities management expert, with a background in retail and a talent for achieving seamless operational management? This role as Operations Manager is based at Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre in Gillingham, Kent - and part of the centre management team. You will ensure the centre remains a safe, welcoming, and high-performing environment for its retail store tenants and thousands of daily visitors. The salary on offer is circa £40,000 plus an excellent benefits package that includes generous holiday allowance, annual bonus, private healthcare and dental cover too. This isn t just about "keeping the lights on", it s about liaising with asset managers, marketers, building surveyors, and store managers to constantly improve the performance and appeal of the site. What you will be doing: Conduct daily inspections of common areas to ensure the highest standards of safety and presentation. Lead and monitor performance for security, cleaning, M&E, and seasonal decorations. You will be responsible for reviewing RAMS and issuing Permits to Work. Work closely with building surveyors to implement 5/10 year PPM reports and manage reactive maintenance. Take ownership of budget setting, management, and reconciliation to ensure service efficiency. Act as a key point of contact for occupiers and clients, building strong relationships with the Head Office team and local stakeholders. Assist the marketing team with the safe implementation of events and promotional activities. What you need to bring: Experience leading on facilities and operations in a similar shopping centre or large-scale retail complex IOSH qualification is essential; NEBOSH would be even better, and IWFM or an equivalent qualification would be helpful too You are proactive, flexible, and capable of communicating with everyone from onsite contractors to high-level asset managers. You have proven experience in producing client reports and managing complex maintenance and operations schedules. If you have wider operational and facilities management experience in a retail environment, then we want to hear from you! Apply today.
May 06, 2026
Full time
Are you a facilities management expert, with a background in retail and a talent for achieving seamless operational management? This role as Operations Manager is based at Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre in Gillingham, Kent - and part of the centre management team. You will ensure the centre remains a safe, welcoming, and high-performing environment for its retail store tenants and thousands of daily visitors. The salary on offer is circa £40,000 plus an excellent benefits package that includes generous holiday allowance, annual bonus, private healthcare and dental cover too. This isn t just about "keeping the lights on", it s about liaising with asset managers, marketers, building surveyors, and store managers to constantly improve the performance and appeal of the site. What you will be doing: Conduct daily inspections of common areas to ensure the highest standards of safety and presentation. Lead and monitor performance for security, cleaning, M&E, and seasonal decorations. You will be responsible for reviewing RAMS and issuing Permits to Work. Work closely with building surveyors to implement 5/10 year PPM reports and manage reactive maintenance. Take ownership of budget setting, management, and reconciliation to ensure service efficiency. Act as a key point of contact for occupiers and clients, building strong relationships with the Head Office team and local stakeholders. Assist the marketing team with the safe implementation of events and promotional activities. What you need to bring: Experience leading on facilities and operations in a similar shopping centre or large-scale retail complex IOSH qualification is essential; NEBOSH would be even better, and IWFM or an equivalent qualification would be helpful too You are proactive, flexible, and capable of communicating with everyone from onsite contractors to high-level asset managers. You have proven experience in producing client reports and managing complex maintenance and operations schedules. If you have wider operational and facilities management experience in a retail environment, then we want to hear from you! Apply today.
Unico Recruitment London
Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Property Manager to join a growing and professional property management team. This role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills and a passion for delivering excellent customer service while managing a varied residential portfolio. You will play a key role in supporting the management of properties, ensuring maintenance issues are handled efficiently, compliance is maintained, and residents receive a high standard of service. Key Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of residential properties, ensuring high standards of service are delivered Oversee reactive maintenance, raising job orders and coordinating contractors effectively Act as a key point of contact for residents, leaseholders, and clients Respond to customer queries via phone and email within agreed timeframes Provide regular updates to customers on ongoing works, projects, and queries Conduct site visits and produce detailed reports within set deadlines Coordinate major works, ensuring all legal notices and processes are followed Liaise with contractors, obtain quotes, and ensure value for money Assist with budgeting and monitor expenditure against budgets Support the preparation and distribution of newsletters and resident communications Attend and support resident meetings, AGMs, and client meetings, including minute taking Manage insurance claims and related processes where required Compliance & Administration Ensure properties remain compliant with all relevant legislation including H&S, Fire Risk Assessments, and asbestos regulations Maintain accurate records, documentation, and reports within internal systems Ensure all documentation, contracts, and communications are stored correctly Produce reports, budgets, and updates in line with deadlines Support the preparation of seller packs and property-related documentation What We re Looking For Previous experience in property management or a similar role Good understanding of residential property management processes and compliance Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively Proactive and customer-focused approach Experience using property management systems (e.g. Qube) desirable Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) What s on Offer Opportunity to develop within a growing property management team Ongoing training and professional development Varied and fast-paced role with real responsibility Supportive and collaborative working environment Due to a very high number of applications, we are unable to come back to every candidate with feedback. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Your CV will be registered with us, and we will keep you updated with any other positions that may be of interest. However please keep checking our website as new roles will be updated daily, Unico Recruitment (London) wishes you the best of luck in your job search. Unico Recruitment (London) operate as an independent recruitment agency with over 20 years of experience supporting clients and candidates nationally across the UK.
May 06, 2026
Full time
The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Property Manager to join a growing and professional property management team. This role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills and a passion for delivering excellent customer service while managing a varied residential portfolio. You will play a key role in supporting the management of properties, ensuring maintenance issues are handled efficiently, compliance is maintained, and residents receive a high standard of service. Key Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of residential properties, ensuring high standards of service are delivered Oversee reactive maintenance, raising job orders and coordinating contractors effectively Act as a key point of contact for residents, leaseholders, and clients Respond to customer queries via phone and email within agreed timeframes Provide regular updates to customers on ongoing works, projects, and queries Conduct site visits and produce detailed reports within set deadlines Coordinate major works, ensuring all legal notices and processes are followed Liaise with contractors, obtain quotes, and ensure value for money Assist with budgeting and monitor expenditure against budgets Support the preparation and distribution of newsletters and resident communications Attend and support resident meetings, AGMs, and client meetings, including minute taking Manage insurance claims and related processes where required Compliance & Administration Ensure properties remain compliant with all relevant legislation including H&S, Fire Risk Assessments, and asbestos regulations Maintain accurate records, documentation, and reports within internal systems Ensure all documentation, contracts, and communications are stored correctly Produce reports, budgets, and updates in line with deadlines Support the preparation of seller packs and property-related documentation What We re Looking For Previous experience in property management or a similar role Good understanding of residential property management processes and compliance Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively Proactive and customer-focused approach Experience using property management systems (e.g. Qube) desirable Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) What s on Offer Opportunity to develop within a growing property management team Ongoing training and professional development Varied and fast-paced role with real responsibility Supportive and collaborative working environment Due to a very high number of applications, we are unable to come back to every candidate with feedback. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Your CV will be registered with us, and we will keep you updated with any other positions that may be of interest. However please keep checking our website as new roles will be updated daily, Unico Recruitment (London) wishes you the best of luck in your job search. Unico Recruitment (London) operate as an independent recruitment agency with over 20 years of experience supporting clients and candidates nationally across the UK.
Site Manager, Retail Construction Nationwide Optio Resourcing is working with a portfolio of leading retail contractors on an ongoing basis and we're building our network of experienced Site Managers ahead of upcoming project awards. If you're a Site Manager with a background in retail fit-out or refurbishment, whether that's supermarkets, convenience stores, fashion, or F&B, we want to hear from you. What we're looking for: Proven experience managing retail fit-out or refurbishment projects on site Strong track record delivering live trading environments on programme Experience on rollout or multi-site programmes is a plus Black CSCS Card (Managers) SMSTS First Aid at Work Confident managing subcontractors, coordinating with store teams, and reporting to project management What's on offer: Freelance day rate positions (ongoing and upcoming) Project lengths ranging from single-unit refurbs to multi-store rollout programmes Nationwide opportunities, projects across the UK About Optio Resourcing We're a specialist construction recruitment consultancy focused on retail fit-out and refurbishment. We work with some of the UK's leading contractors on high-profile retail programmes and place Site Managers who know how to deliver in live trading environments.
May 06, 2026
Full time
Site Manager, Retail Construction Nationwide Optio Resourcing is working with a portfolio of leading retail contractors on an ongoing basis and we're building our network of experienced Site Managers ahead of upcoming project awards. If you're a Site Manager with a background in retail fit-out or refurbishment, whether that's supermarkets, convenience stores, fashion, or F&B, we want to hear from you. What we're looking for: Proven experience managing retail fit-out or refurbishment projects on site Strong track record delivering live trading environments on programme Experience on rollout or multi-site programmes is a plus Black CSCS Card (Managers) SMSTS First Aid at Work Confident managing subcontractors, coordinating with store teams, and reporting to project management What's on offer: Freelance day rate positions (ongoing and upcoming) Project lengths ranging from single-unit refurbs to multi-store rollout programmes Nationwide opportunities, projects across the UK About Optio Resourcing We're a specialist construction recruitment consultancy focused on retail fit-out and refurbishment. We work with some of the UK's leading contractors on high-profile retail programmes and place Site Managers who know how to deliver in live trading environments.
Sales & Service Manager Why join us? We're more than just a shoe brand-we have been at the forefront of innovative shoemaking since its foundation in 1825. That's right! 200 years! If you have a great attitude, love working with people, and are ready to grow in a leadership role, we want to hear from you! About the role : We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Assistant Store Mana click apply for full job details
May 06, 2026
Full time
Sales & Service Manager Why join us? We're more than just a shoe brand-we have been at the forefront of innovative shoemaking since its foundation in 1825. That's right! 200 years! If you have a great attitude, love working with people, and are ready to grow in a leadership role, we want to hear from you! About the role : We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Assistant Store Mana click apply for full job details
A well-known footwear brand in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Store Manager to support their retail team and drive daily operations. The ideal candidate will have previous retail leadership experience, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include supporting the Store Manager, driving KPIs, and ensuring smooth store operations. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including a discount card and a store bonus scheme.
May 06, 2026
Full time
A well-known footwear brand in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Store Manager to support their retail team and drive daily operations. The ideal candidate will have previous retail leadership experience, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include supporting the Store Manager, driving KPIs, and ensuring smooth store operations. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including a discount card and a store bonus scheme.
ROLE To work as a team and support the Pharmacist/Store Manager in ensuring the store is run efficiently on a day-to-day basis. Patient / Customer satisfaction must be at the forefront of your concern, every patient / customer is to be treated as an individual and provided with high quality service in terms of courtesy, kindness, interest and efficiency. QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE Essential Criteria GCSE (or equivalent qualification) Maths and English - Grades A-C Applicants should be able to demonstrate numeracy and accuracy skills required for a retail environment Eligible to work in the UK ( Proof Requested) Desirable Criteria Previous experience in a retail pharmacy environment. An interest in pursuing a career in community pharmacy or equivalent Hours Casual Hour Contract Locations : MediCare Pharmacy, Belfast Area Previous unsuccessful applicants within the last 2 months need not apply.
May 06, 2026
Full time
ROLE To work as a team and support the Pharmacist/Store Manager in ensuring the store is run efficiently on a day-to-day basis. Patient / Customer satisfaction must be at the forefront of your concern, every patient / customer is to be treated as an individual and provided with high quality service in terms of courtesy, kindness, interest and efficiency. QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE Essential Criteria GCSE (or equivalent qualification) Maths and English - Grades A-C Applicants should be able to demonstrate numeracy and accuracy skills required for a retail environment Eligible to work in the UK ( Proof Requested) Desirable Criteria Previous experience in a retail pharmacy environment. An interest in pursuing a career in community pharmacy or equivalent Hours Casual Hour Contract Locations : MediCare Pharmacy, Belfast Area Previous unsuccessful applicants within the last 2 months need not apply.
Summary £15.45 - £15.95 per hour 40 hour contract Various shifts 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Enhanced family leave Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We're reliable, organised and ready to go far. Just like you. As a Retail Shift Manager at Lidl, you'll help us maintain our high standards day after day. From motivating your team to taking responsibility for the shop floor, you'll keep our store running like clockwork, thriving in a fast-paced and challenging environment. You'll also reap the rewards of your hard work, enjoying the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader and find your footing for future success. In return, we'll give you a competitive hourly pay rate based on equal opportunity and pay structures, plus an extra £2.00 per hour for work during bank holidays and £3.50 per hour for night shifts, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl. We're proud to be supportive teams with big ambitions too, so there'll be plenty of ways for you to progress. With the right training, we'll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here. What you'll do Motivate and support your team, learning from our Leadership and Company Principles Swiftly solve problems and delegate tasks Create an environment where your colleagues can succeed alongside you Manage operations within your Store and colleagues in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager Handle freshness, cash processes, inventory and stock management to make sure shifts run smoothly Give our customers the very best experience every time they visit your store What you'll need Experience leading a team to achieve targets in a bustling, fast-paced environment The ability to effectively delegate tasks and motivate your team Patience and a friendly manner with the ability to keep calm in any situation Passion to thrive as a key part of the Store Team A proactive and encouraging approach to help your colleagues develop themselves and store operations What you'll receive 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Enhanced family leave Pension scheme Long service awards Plus, more of the perks you deserve Thinking of using AI to help with your application? AI tools (e.g. Chat GTP, Gemini) can help you get started and prepared for your interview but remember that our team can easily spot AI-generated responses. The applications that stand out most are the ones that feel genuine and reflect your unique self. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment. If you're ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.
May 06, 2026
Full time
Summary £15.45 - £15.95 per hour 40 hour contract Various shifts 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Enhanced family leave Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We're reliable, organised and ready to go far. Just like you. As a Retail Shift Manager at Lidl, you'll help us maintain our high standards day after day. From motivating your team to taking responsibility for the shop floor, you'll keep our store running like clockwork, thriving in a fast-paced and challenging environment. You'll also reap the rewards of your hard work, enjoying the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader and find your footing for future success. In return, we'll give you a competitive hourly pay rate based on equal opportunity and pay structures, plus an extra £2.00 per hour for work during bank holidays and £3.50 per hour for night shifts, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl. We're proud to be supportive teams with big ambitions too, so there'll be plenty of ways for you to progress. With the right training, we'll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here. What you'll do Motivate and support your team, learning from our Leadership and Company Principles Swiftly solve problems and delegate tasks Create an environment where your colleagues can succeed alongside you Manage operations within your Store and colleagues in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager Handle freshness, cash processes, inventory and stock management to make sure shifts run smoothly Give our customers the very best experience every time they visit your store What you'll need Experience leading a team to achieve targets in a bustling, fast-paced environment The ability to effectively delegate tasks and motivate your team Patience and a friendly manner with the ability to keep calm in any situation Passion to thrive as a key part of the Store Team A proactive and encouraging approach to help your colleagues develop themselves and store operations What you'll receive 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Enhanced family leave Pension scheme Long service awards Plus, more of the perks you deserve Thinking of using AI to help with your application? AI tools (e.g. Chat GTP, Gemini) can help you get started and prepared for your interview but remember that our team can easily spot AI-generated responses. The applications that stand out most are the ones that feel genuine and reflect your unique self. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment. If you're ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Imaginative Bid Writer & Bid Manager Salary: 100,000 - 120,000 (DOE) + Bonus + Benefits Location: Northern Home Counties / East Midlands (Hybrid Working Available) Most bids fail because they all sound the same. This role exists to change that. Imaginative Bid Writer & Bid Manager - This is not a standard Bid role This is an opportunity for a senior Bid Manager, Bid Writer, Proposals Manager or Head of Bids to take full ownership of how a growing business wins work. You will not be managing a process. You will be improving it. The Opportunity A growing, privately owned property services / social housing / maintenance contractor is looking to appoint an Imaginative Bid Writer & Bid Manager to strengthen its work-winning capability. The business has built a strong reputation for delivery and is now entering a new phase of growth, supported by a strengthened senior leadership team. The focus now is on improving the quality, consistency, and impact of bids. This role sits at the centre of that. What You Will Be Doing This is a hands-on, high-impact Bid Writing and Bid Management role where you will take full ownership of the bid process from start to finish. More importantly, you will improve how bids are done across the business. You will: Work directly with operational leaders, commercial teams, and senior stakeholders Extract real delivery insight, KPIs, case studies, and evidence Write and structure high-quality, compelling bid responses Develop win themes and differentiate submissions from competitors Improve how information is captured, stored, and reused Build consistency without introducing unnecessary bureaucracy Contribute to the overall commercial positioning of the business You will be expected to go into the business and extract what others miss, turn operational reality into compelling, differentiated bids, challenge inputs that are not strong enough, deliver high-quality submissions under pressure, and improve how the business approaches bidding, not just execute it. This is not about answering questions. It is about building submissions that win work. What Makes This Role Different Most Bid Manager or Bid Writer roles are process-led. This one is not. There is no interest in template-driven, corporate bidding approaches. You will not be sitting behind a system waiting for input. Instead, you will: Speak directly to the people delivering contracts Ask the right questions Challenge where necessary Build responses from real information You will also identify gaps in how the business presents itself and help improve that. Most bid roles are process-driven and sit within established teams. This one does not. You will be given ownership, visibility, and the opportunity to shape how a business wins work, working directly with senior leadership in a fast-moving environment. What Good Looks Like You do not just write strong bids. You identify things the business is doing that are not being captured, turn fragmented information into clear, structured responses, make bids stand out without overcomplicating them, and improve win rates over time. What We Are Looking For This role will suit a Senior Bid Manager, Bid Writer, Bid Lead, Head of Bids or Proposals Manager who wants more ownership and impact. You will: Have experience in bid management, bid writing, proposals or work-winning Be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment Be able to work with limited or unstructured information Have strong written communication and storytelling ability Be confident engaging with senior stakeholders and operational teams Be proactive, commercially aware, and solutions-focused You are likely to come from a contract-led environment such as construction, social housing, facilities management, infrastructure, or outsourced services. Other transferable experience will be considered. AI, Tools and Approach You will be expected to use tools such as AI (including ChatGPT, Claud, CoPilot or similar) to improve efficiency and output quality. However, this is not about producing generic responses. The focus is on: Quality of thinking Clarity of communication Tailored, relevant submissions The expectation is that you use these tools intelligently to enhance output, iterate and refine responses, and continuously improve quality rather than relying on first-pass outputs. The Environment This is a growing SME environment, not a corporate structure. The culture is: Fast-paced Delivery-focused Commercially driven Accountable You will have direct exposure to senior leadership and a visible impact on how the business wins work. This is a senior-level appointment, reflected in both responsibility and package. Salary & Benefits 100,000 - 120,000 (DOE) basic salary Performance-related bonus Hybrid working This Role Will Not Suit You If You rely heavily on templates or rigid bid processes. You prefer coordinating input rather than owning outcomes. You need complete or highly structured information before you can start. You are not comfortable challenging senior stakeholders. Why Apply This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact Bid Manager / Head of Bids role within a growing business where you can: Take full ownership of bids Improve how the business wins work Work directly with senior stakeholders Shape a function rather than fit into one Apply Now If you are an experienced Bid Manager, Bid Writer, Proposals Manager or Head of Bids looking for a role with genuine ownership and impact, apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion. Reference (phone number removed)
May 06, 2026
Full time
Imaginative Bid Writer & Bid Manager Salary: 100,000 - 120,000 (DOE) + Bonus + Benefits Location: Northern Home Counties / East Midlands (Hybrid Working Available) Most bids fail because they all sound the same. This role exists to change that. Imaginative Bid Writer & Bid Manager - This is not a standard Bid role This is an opportunity for a senior Bid Manager, Bid Writer, Proposals Manager or Head of Bids to take full ownership of how a growing business wins work. You will not be managing a process. You will be improving it. The Opportunity A growing, privately owned property services / social housing / maintenance contractor is looking to appoint an Imaginative Bid Writer & Bid Manager to strengthen its work-winning capability. The business has built a strong reputation for delivery and is now entering a new phase of growth, supported by a strengthened senior leadership team. The focus now is on improving the quality, consistency, and impact of bids. This role sits at the centre of that. What You Will Be Doing This is a hands-on, high-impact Bid Writing and Bid Management role where you will take full ownership of the bid process from start to finish. More importantly, you will improve how bids are done across the business. You will: Work directly with operational leaders, commercial teams, and senior stakeholders Extract real delivery insight, KPIs, case studies, and evidence Write and structure high-quality, compelling bid responses Develop win themes and differentiate submissions from competitors Improve how information is captured, stored, and reused Build consistency without introducing unnecessary bureaucracy Contribute to the overall commercial positioning of the business You will be expected to go into the business and extract what others miss, turn operational reality into compelling, differentiated bids, challenge inputs that are not strong enough, deliver high-quality submissions under pressure, and improve how the business approaches bidding, not just execute it. This is not about answering questions. It is about building submissions that win work. What Makes This Role Different Most Bid Manager or Bid Writer roles are process-led. This one is not. There is no interest in template-driven, corporate bidding approaches. You will not be sitting behind a system waiting for input. Instead, you will: Speak directly to the people delivering contracts Ask the right questions Challenge where necessary Build responses from real information You will also identify gaps in how the business presents itself and help improve that. Most bid roles are process-driven and sit within established teams. This one does not. You will be given ownership, visibility, and the opportunity to shape how a business wins work, working directly with senior leadership in a fast-moving environment. What Good Looks Like You do not just write strong bids. You identify things the business is doing that are not being captured, turn fragmented information into clear, structured responses, make bids stand out without overcomplicating them, and improve win rates over time. What We Are Looking For This role will suit a Senior Bid Manager, Bid Writer, Bid Lead, Head of Bids or Proposals Manager who wants more ownership and impact. You will: Have experience in bid management, bid writing, proposals or work-winning Be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment Be able to work with limited or unstructured information Have strong written communication and storytelling ability Be confident engaging with senior stakeholders and operational teams Be proactive, commercially aware, and solutions-focused You are likely to come from a contract-led environment such as construction, social housing, facilities management, infrastructure, or outsourced services. Other transferable experience will be considered. AI, Tools and Approach You will be expected to use tools such as AI (including ChatGPT, Claud, CoPilot or similar) to improve efficiency and output quality. However, this is not about producing generic responses. The focus is on: Quality of thinking Clarity of communication Tailored, relevant submissions The expectation is that you use these tools intelligently to enhance output, iterate and refine responses, and continuously improve quality rather than relying on first-pass outputs. The Environment This is a growing SME environment, not a corporate structure. The culture is: Fast-paced Delivery-focused Commercially driven Accountable You will have direct exposure to senior leadership and a visible impact on how the business wins work. This is a senior-level appointment, reflected in both responsibility and package. Salary & Benefits 100,000 - 120,000 (DOE) basic salary Performance-related bonus Hybrid working This Role Will Not Suit You If You rely heavily on templates or rigid bid processes. You prefer coordinating input rather than owning outcomes. You need complete or highly structured information before you can start. You are not comfortable challenging senior stakeholders. Why Apply This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact Bid Manager / Head of Bids role within a growing business where you can: Take full ownership of bids Improve how the business wins work Work directly with senior stakeholders Shape a function rather than fit into one Apply Now If you are an experienced Bid Manager, Bid Writer, Proposals Manager or Head of Bids looking for a role with genuine ownership and impact, apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion. Reference (phone number removed)
Assistant Store Manager - Newark Northgate (N115167) Location: Newark Team: Retail Contract Type: Perm Job Schedule: Full time Salary: From £28,665 Posting Date: 17/04/2026 Apply Before: 08/05/2026 About the Role: To be a successful Assistant Store Manager you will: Support the Store Manager in managing and inspiring your team to be at their best, and stepping up to cover the store when needed Create an atmosphere where delivering amazing service, achieving performance targets and accurate stock processes is at the core of everything you do, in an environment which is commercial, operationally efficient and safe Demonstrate a hands on approach for all operational and commercial activities by working alongside the team Ensure communication is up to date and accurate at all times in order to meet business needs About You: You are passionate about our customers, our people and our products. This passion and energetic approach to work inspires others, creating a great working atmosphere and team spirit You have exceptional commercial understanding, with the know how to create a fantastic shopping experience for our customers A team player who works at their best in a results driven, fast paced and challenging environment. You adapt to change quickly and can successfully bring the rest of the team on board with the new objectives A great communicator and can work naturally with people at all levels. You stay calm and approachable even under pressure - always realistic with your expectations of others Confidently problem solve, make sound business decisions, challenge processes, and generate innovative ideas to take the business forward Experienced in leading and coaching a high performing team and effectively dealing with people issues An effective multi tasker who can plan, organise and prioritise your workload In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This role is not one we would typically consider for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route due to, for example, the relevant Home Office requirements on skills level, not being met. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without Next sponsorship. Benefits: Fantastic rewards for doing a great job and achieving great results 25% off most NEXT, MADE, Lipsy, Gap and Victoria's Secret products (when purchased through NEXT) 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty Sharesave Scheme 60% off a generous (optional) working wardrobe allowance to buy clothes to wear for work (minimum 6 week contract) Early VIP access to sale stock Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops Access a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services Life assurance You can register for a discounted health plan for you and your family Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing Apprenticeship - Earn, learn and gain a qualification (England stores only) Direct to Work - Discount online and in store, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store Support Networks - Access Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change. We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email (please include "Workplace Adjustments" in the subject line), or call us on / .
May 06, 2026
Full time
Assistant Store Manager - Newark Northgate (N115167) Location: Newark Team: Retail Contract Type: Perm Job Schedule: Full time Salary: From £28,665 Posting Date: 17/04/2026 Apply Before: 08/05/2026 About the Role: To be a successful Assistant Store Manager you will: Support the Store Manager in managing and inspiring your team to be at their best, and stepping up to cover the store when needed Create an atmosphere where delivering amazing service, achieving performance targets and accurate stock processes is at the core of everything you do, in an environment which is commercial, operationally efficient and safe Demonstrate a hands on approach for all operational and commercial activities by working alongside the team Ensure communication is up to date and accurate at all times in order to meet business needs About You: You are passionate about our customers, our people and our products. This passion and energetic approach to work inspires others, creating a great working atmosphere and team spirit You have exceptional commercial understanding, with the know how to create a fantastic shopping experience for our customers A team player who works at their best in a results driven, fast paced and challenging environment. You adapt to change quickly and can successfully bring the rest of the team on board with the new objectives A great communicator and can work naturally with people at all levels. You stay calm and approachable even under pressure - always realistic with your expectations of others Confidently problem solve, make sound business decisions, challenge processes, and generate innovative ideas to take the business forward Experienced in leading and coaching a high performing team and effectively dealing with people issues An effective multi tasker who can plan, organise and prioritise your workload In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This role is not one we would typically consider for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route due to, for example, the relevant Home Office requirements on skills level, not being met. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without Next sponsorship. Benefits: Fantastic rewards for doing a great job and achieving great results 25% off most NEXT, MADE, Lipsy, Gap and Victoria's Secret products (when purchased through NEXT) 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty Sharesave Scheme 60% off a generous (optional) working wardrobe allowance to buy clothes to wear for work (minimum 6 week contract) Early VIP access to sale stock Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops Access a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services Life assurance You can register for a discounted health plan for you and your family Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing Apprenticeship - Earn, learn and gain a qualification (England stores only) Direct to Work - Discount online and in store, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store Support Networks - Access Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change. We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email (please include "Workplace Adjustments" in the subject line), or call us on / .
Please note this role is offered as an initial 6 month fixed term contract on a PAYE basis Lyst is a global fashion shopping platform founded in London in 2010 and catering to over 160M shoppers per year. We offer our customers the largest assortment of premium & luxury fashion products in one place, curating pieces from 27,000 of the world's leading brands and stores. In 2025, Lyst joined Zozo, operators of Zozotown, the leading fashion e commerce platform in Japan. This partnership marks a bold new era for Lyst, as we accelerate our vision and work together to transform the future of fashion shopping through AI and technology. At Lyst, we obsess over the customer, providing a search & discovery experience which offers inspiration, fulfilment, and personalisation. We believe that fashion is amazing but shopping for fashion often isn't, and use our technology, data and creativity to bring more joy, greater choice and fewer fails. Our mission is to help fashion shoppers make better choices and help fashion partners find better audiences as the category leading destination for every fashion shopper. The Role We're looking for a technically strong Product Manager to lead our Affiliate Operations product team, and be the primary Lyst owner for our partnership with ZOZO's Data Science team in New Zealand. Lyst became part of the ZOZO group last year, and this role will work closely with ZOZO's R&D teams to turn research into productionised product data improvements. You will be accountable for the quality, reliability and discoverability of the world's largest product catalogue, powering discovery and commerce across Lyst. Crucially, you will also support Lyst's commercial initiatives from a TPM perspective - shaping the product and data work to accelerate product merging and enrichment. You'll be the lead Lyst contact for ZOZO's Data Science department and will run regular meetings, define joint milestones and translate data science research into Lyst production work. Together you'll accelerate product merging and enrichment while ensuring tooling is production ready. This role is highly cross functional and strategic. If you enjoy being technical, shipping data products, and managing a data science partnership to deliver measurable business outcomes, this is for you. What you'll own Affiliate Operations strategy & roadmap - Prioritise initiatives that raise data quality, completeness and coherence, and ensure delivery of outcomes that improve discovery and checkout metrics. Data foundations & pipelines - Working with engineering, to define product data models and taxonomies and own product data quality KPIs and remediation workflows. Ensure enrichment and merging flows are implemented and monitored. Partnership with ZOZO Data Science (NZ) - Be the primary Lyst lead managing the relationship with ZOZO's data science team: align roadmaps, define experiments, translate research into production requirements, agree on data contracts/security/IP terms, and run regular syncs and reviews. ZOZO collaboration is a core part of our product enrichment work. Operational ownership - Set and measure SLAs for data freshness, accuracy and output quality. Ensure handoffs and runbooks for the Affiliate Operations team are clear. Commercial & stakeholder management - Liaise with Partnerships and Commercial teams to align product data priorities to business objectives (e.g. ROAS bidding algorithms). People & process - Lead the Affiliate Operations product practice: improve team rituals, prioritisation and delivery cadence. Day to day responsibilities Create and maintain an outcome driven roadmap for Affiliate Operations and our commercial roadmap. Translate ZOZO data science outputs (enrichments/merges/flags) into production requirements, APIs and acceptance criteria. Run regular cross organisation planning with ZOZO and Affiliate Operations, including quarterly planning and technical workshops; manage time zone differences and ensure clear asynchronous handovers. Define and track OKRs tied to listings quality and commercial outcomes. Build the backlog and intake process for operational work, tooling requests and BAU. Communicate progress and trade offs clearly to senior stakeholders. Qualifications 3-6+ years product management experience, with a technical/data focus (hands on TPM or Senior TPM). Strong technical literacy: comfortable with APIs, data schemas, ETL/ingestion pipelines and product data modelling. Experience working with data scientists and engineering teams to productise models and features for production. Proven stakeholder management and delivery track record - you can run complex cross functional projects and manage external technical partners. Excellent written and verbal communication; experience coordinating across time zones and cultures. Agile delivery experience and a bias toward measurable outcomes. Nice to have Experience in ecommerce marketplaces or affiliate commerce. Exposure to machine learning/MLops or productionising ML models. Prior experience working with an external data science partner or international R&D partner. Familiarity with taxonomy design, entity resolution and image/data enrichment workstreams. Experience working with affiliate operations or merchant operations teams. Our Ways of Working Office Days: We all come into the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with the option to work remotely or come into the office on the other days. Time Off: In addition to the 8 statutory bank holidays, you will receive 29 holidays per year. Lyst's holiday year runs from 1 April to 31 March. Remote Working: Work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. Competitive Family Leave Package: This includes Enhanced Family Leave for those eligible, paid Time off for Dependents and Support for Fertility Treatment & Loss. Clothing Benefit: We provide you with a clothing allowance to use on Lyst every year. This starts at £250 when you join and increases up to £1,000 with your length of service. Private Healthcare: Our healthcare provider is Vitality. Your health is important to us which is why we offer all employees a comprehensive healthcare scheme from the day you start. Training Allowance: All employees are entitled to an annual training allowance of £1,000 for conferences, industry events, training courses and to purchase resources. Pension Scheme: Our pension provider is The People's Pension. We offer a minimum employee contribution of 5% and 3% employer contribution. Eye Tests and Vouchers: Employees can make a saving on their eye test and glasses through our chosen provider. You'll receive a free eye test every year and a discount towards glasses. Cycle-to-Work Scheme: Lyst will purchase a bicycle from your chosen retailer, and you will receive a voucher to pick up your bicycle from them. Transport Season Ticket Loan: Employees can apply for an interest free season ticket loan to support your travel to work. Social Events: Frequent company wide social events including Christmas & summer parties, sports days, themed drinks, quizzes, cook alongs, as well as smaller team socials. We also have plenty of interest based groups such as football, running club, book club, culinary and more.
May 06, 2026
Full time
Please note this role is offered as an initial 6 month fixed term contract on a PAYE basis Lyst is a global fashion shopping platform founded in London in 2010 and catering to over 160M shoppers per year. We offer our customers the largest assortment of premium & luxury fashion products in one place, curating pieces from 27,000 of the world's leading brands and stores. In 2025, Lyst joined Zozo, operators of Zozotown, the leading fashion e commerce platform in Japan. This partnership marks a bold new era for Lyst, as we accelerate our vision and work together to transform the future of fashion shopping through AI and technology. At Lyst, we obsess over the customer, providing a search & discovery experience which offers inspiration, fulfilment, and personalisation. We believe that fashion is amazing but shopping for fashion often isn't, and use our technology, data and creativity to bring more joy, greater choice and fewer fails. Our mission is to help fashion shoppers make better choices and help fashion partners find better audiences as the category leading destination for every fashion shopper. The Role We're looking for a technically strong Product Manager to lead our Affiliate Operations product team, and be the primary Lyst owner for our partnership with ZOZO's Data Science team in New Zealand. Lyst became part of the ZOZO group last year, and this role will work closely with ZOZO's R&D teams to turn research into productionised product data improvements. You will be accountable for the quality, reliability and discoverability of the world's largest product catalogue, powering discovery and commerce across Lyst. Crucially, you will also support Lyst's commercial initiatives from a TPM perspective - shaping the product and data work to accelerate product merging and enrichment. You'll be the lead Lyst contact for ZOZO's Data Science department and will run regular meetings, define joint milestones and translate data science research into Lyst production work. Together you'll accelerate product merging and enrichment while ensuring tooling is production ready. This role is highly cross functional and strategic. If you enjoy being technical, shipping data products, and managing a data science partnership to deliver measurable business outcomes, this is for you. What you'll own Affiliate Operations strategy & roadmap - Prioritise initiatives that raise data quality, completeness and coherence, and ensure delivery of outcomes that improve discovery and checkout metrics. Data foundations & pipelines - Working with engineering, to define product data models and taxonomies and own product data quality KPIs and remediation workflows. Ensure enrichment and merging flows are implemented and monitored. Partnership with ZOZO Data Science (NZ) - Be the primary Lyst lead managing the relationship with ZOZO's data science team: align roadmaps, define experiments, translate research into production requirements, agree on data contracts/security/IP terms, and run regular syncs and reviews. ZOZO collaboration is a core part of our product enrichment work. Operational ownership - Set and measure SLAs for data freshness, accuracy and output quality. Ensure handoffs and runbooks for the Affiliate Operations team are clear. Commercial & stakeholder management - Liaise with Partnerships and Commercial teams to align product data priorities to business objectives (e.g. ROAS bidding algorithms). People & process - Lead the Affiliate Operations product practice: improve team rituals, prioritisation and delivery cadence. Day to day responsibilities Create and maintain an outcome driven roadmap for Affiliate Operations and our commercial roadmap. Translate ZOZO data science outputs (enrichments/merges/flags) into production requirements, APIs and acceptance criteria. Run regular cross organisation planning with ZOZO and Affiliate Operations, including quarterly planning and technical workshops; manage time zone differences and ensure clear asynchronous handovers. Define and track OKRs tied to listings quality and commercial outcomes. Build the backlog and intake process for operational work, tooling requests and BAU. Communicate progress and trade offs clearly to senior stakeholders. Qualifications 3-6+ years product management experience, with a technical/data focus (hands on TPM or Senior TPM). Strong technical literacy: comfortable with APIs, data schemas, ETL/ingestion pipelines and product data modelling. Experience working with data scientists and engineering teams to productise models and features for production. Proven stakeholder management and delivery track record - you can run complex cross functional projects and manage external technical partners. Excellent written and verbal communication; experience coordinating across time zones and cultures. Agile delivery experience and a bias toward measurable outcomes. Nice to have Experience in ecommerce marketplaces or affiliate commerce. Exposure to machine learning/MLops or productionising ML models. Prior experience working with an external data science partner or international R&D partner. Familiarity with taxonomy design, entity resolution and image/data enrichment workstreams. Experience working with affiliate operations or merchant operations teams. Our Ways of Working Office Days: We all come into the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with the option to work remotely or come into the office on the other days. Time Off: In addition to the 8 statutory bank holidays, you will receive 29 holidays per year. Lyst's holiday year runs from 1 April to 31 March. Remote Working: Work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. Competitive Family Leave Package: This includes Enhanced Family Leave for those eligible, paid Time off for Dependents and Support for Fertility Treatment & Loss. Clothing Benefit: We provide you with a clothing allowance to use on Lyst every year. This starts at £250 when you join and increases up to £1,000 with your length of service. Private Healthcare: Our healthcare provider is Vitality. Your health is important to us which is why we offer all employees a comprehensive healthcare scheme from the day you start. Training Allowance: All employees are entitled to an annual training allowance of £1,000 for conferences, industry events, training courses and to purchase resources. Pension Scheme: Our pension provider is The People's Pension. We offer a minimum employee contribution of 5% and 3% employer contribution. Eye Tests and Vouchers: Employees can make a saving on their eye test and glasses through our chosen provider. You'll receive a free eye test every year and a discount towards glasses. Cycle-to-Work Scheme: Lyst will purchase a bicycle from your chosen retailer, and you will receive a voucher to pick up your bicycle from them. Transport Season Ticket Loan: Employees can apply for an interest free season ticket loan to support your travel to work. Social Events: Frequent company wide social events including Christmas & summer parties, sports days, themed drinks, quizzes, cook alongs, as well as smaller team socials. We also have plenty of interest based groups such as football, running club, book club, culinary and more.
Costa Cambridge K5 Grand Arcade, Unit K5, Grand Arcade, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Job Description Store Manager - Cambridge Grand Arcade - Up to £40,000 per annum - Permanent At Costa Coffee, we are what we craft. It's about stirring up success, empowering people, creating that Costa buzz and proudly making greatness every day. And as a Store Manager, you can too. So, why Costa? We're a global coffee brand with bold plans and some pretty brilliant perks to sweeten the deal: Access to the Coca-Cola share scheme including matched contributions 50% discount on all your favourite food and drinks in Costa owned stores A smart pension that is matched up to an amazing 10% Quarterly and annual incentive scheme, with the opportunity to earn up to £10,000 as a bonus (store dependent) We're passionate about being a great place to work where you can bring your real self into our mix. We firmly support diversity, equity and inclusion, and continue to work with our teams to shape the future of our culture and values: Disciplined to Deliver, Passion for Progress, Win with Warmth, Courage to Challenge and Trusted Team Players. What you'll do Being a Store Manager means so much more than running a store. It's your chance to own something and really define your success - which means you'll be: Meeting all customer needs and driving a strong customer service culture to drive positive NPS, as well as working in the local community to identify and welcome new customers Creating the perfect setting that customers want to come back to again and again Taking ownership with brilliant management of sales, profit, our teams, and recognition Training and developing your team to become the best they can be Who you are We're interested in your unique ingredients: A strong leader with experience managing and developing successful teams A forward-thinker with one eye on where we're heading and the other on the bigger picture An ambitious character who wants to be part of our growth journey A brand ambassador dedicated to maintaining high standards
May 06, 2026
Full time
Costa Cambridge K5 Grand Arcade, Unit K5, Grand Arcade, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Job Description Store Manager - Cambridge Grand Arcade - Up to £40,000 per annum - Permanent At Costa Coffee, we are what we craft. It's about stirring up success, empowering people, creating that Costa buzz and proudly making greatness every day. And as a Store Manager, you can too. So, why Costa? We're a global coffee brand with bold plans and some pretty brilliant perks to sweeten the deal: Access to the Coca-Cola share scheme including matched contributions 50% discount on all your favourite food and drinks in Costa owned stores A smart pension that is matched up to an amazing 10% Quarterly and annual incentive scheme, with the opportunity to earn up to £10,000 as a bonus (store dependent) We're passionate about being a great place to work where you can bring your real self into our mix. We firmly support diversity, equity and inclusion, and continue to work with our teams to shape the future of our culture and values: Disciplined to Deliver, Passion for Progress, Win with Warmth, Courage to Challenge and Trusted Team Players. What you'll do Being a Store Manager means so much more than running a store. It's your chance to own something and really define your success - which means you'll be: Meeting all customer needs and driving a strong customer service culture to drive positive NPS, as well as working in the local community to identify and welcome new customers Creating the perfect setting that customers want to come back to again and again Taking ownership with brilliant management of sales, profit, our teams, and recognition Training and developing your team to become the best they can be Who you are We're interested in your unique ingredients: A strong leader with experience managing and developing successful teams A forward-thinker with one eye on where we're heading and the other on the bigger picture An ambitious character who wants to be part of our growth journey A brand ambassador dedicated to maintaining high standards
Store Manager - Weston-Super-Mare Up to 50,000 + Bonus Leading Retail Brand Ready to lead a high-profile store and shape the future of retail? Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment is proud to partner with a market-leading big-box retailer in the search for an exceptional Store Manager in Weston-Super-Mare . With a competitive salary, performance bonus, and strong career progression, this is a fantastic opportunity to take your next step in retail leadership . About the Role: As Store Manager, you'll be at the heart of the store's success-driving performance, leading a high-energy team, and delivering an outstanding customer experience. This is a role for a hands-on, commercially focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment. Key Responsibilities: Deliver exceptional customer service and drive brand loyalty. Lead, coach, and inspire a team to achieve sales and service goals. Manage store operations efficiently, including stock, rotas, and merchandising. Maintain the highest standards of compliance, health & safety, and store presentation. Analyse sales data, monitor trends, and respond quickly to market opportunities. Consistently hit and exceed KPIs and commercial targets. What We're Looking For: Experience as a Store Manager, Assistant Manager, or Department Manager (minimum 24 months). Strong people leadership skills and a proven ability to build high-performing teams. Excellent commercial acumen and ability to drive store profitability. A customer-first mindset with a passion for retail and team development. What's on Offer: Salary up to 50,000 per year, with regular reviews based on performance. Attractive bonus structure rewarding your success. Long-term career progression with a well-known and respected brand. Join a dynamic, supportive business culture that values its people. Apply Now If you're a motivated, passionate retail leader ready to make your mark in a high-profile store, we want to hear from you! Apply with your latest CV today and one of our specialist consultants will be in touch. BBBH35921
May 06, 2026
Full time
Store Manager - Weston-Super-Mare Up to 50,000 + Bonus Leading Retail Brand Ready to lead a high-profile store and shape the future of retail? Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment is proud to partner with a market-leading big-box retailer in the search for an exceptional Store Manager in Weston-Super-Mare . With a competitive salary, performance bonus, and strong career progression, this is a fantastic opportunity to take your next step in retail leadership . About the Role: As Store Manager, you'll be at the heart of the store's success-driving performance, leading a high-energy team, and delivering an outstanding customer experience. This is a role for a hands-on, commercially focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment. Key Responsibilities: Deliver exceptional customer service and drive brand loyalty. Lead, coach, and inspire a team to achieve sales and service goals. Manage store operations efficiently, including stock, rotas, and merchandising. Maintain the highest standards of compliance, health & safety, and store presentation. Analyse sales data, monitor trends, and respond quickly to market opportunities. Consistently hit and exceed KPIs and commercial targets. What We're Looking For: Experience as a Store Manager, Assistant Manager, or Department Manager (minimum 24 months). Strong people leadership skills and a proven ability to build high-performing teams. Excellent commercial acumen and ability to drive store profitability. A customer-first mindset with a passion for retail and team development. What's on Offer: Salary up to 50,000 per year, with regular reviews based on performance. Attractive bonus structure rewarding your success. Long-term career progression with a well-known and respected brand. Join a dynamic, supportive business culture that values its people. Apply Now If you're a motivated, passionate retail leader ready to make your mark in a high-profile store, we want to hear from you! Apply with your latest CV today and one of our specialist consultants will be in touch. BBBH35921
Buyer & Merchandiser - US Collegiate Location: Remote (Home-based, UK) Reports to: Senior Leadership Salary: Reflective of experience We operate in store and online retail experiences for US universities and campus selling course supplies and branded merchandise to students and faculties. We re growing, our customers are demanding, and our edge is that we move faster and think sharper than the rest of the industry. We need someone to own the buy. This is not a traditional procurement role and it isn t a job for someone who wants to administer a process. We re looking for a commercial operator who understands product, trend, sell-through and margin and who treats AI as a daily tool, not a buzzword. You ll own the range. You ll decide what we buy, from whom, at what price, in what quantity, and when to mark it down. You ll work hand-in-glove with our US store managers, suppliers in the US and overseas, and our internal design and operations teams. The autonomy of a category lead, and the accountability that comes with it. What you ll actually do Own the assortment for our US collegiate accounts including new buys, reorders, end-of-life. Right product, right price, right quantity, right time. Read trends across fashion, collegiate culture and branded merch, and translate them into product decisions. Use AI to surface signals faster than the competition. Build forecasts that stand up to scrutiny. Manage rate-of-sales, sell-through and markdown discipline to hit margin and turn targets. Negotiate hard with suppliers both domestic and overseas on price, lead time, MOQ and terms. Build the supplier base we need for the next five years, not the last five. Form connections for print-on-demand based goods as we introduce these into our retail environment. Partner closely with US store managers and retail operations on what s working, what isn t, and what to do about it. Use AI tools to compress the routine parts of the job including supplier comms, sample tracking, PO reconciliation, trend research so your time goes on commercial decisions, not admin. Travel to the US and Far East for buying trips, supplier visits and trade shows. Who we re looking for You ve worked in retail buying, merchandising or branded merchandise sourcing, whether that s a year and you re hungry to own more, or several years of running a category end-to-end. We care more about how you think than how long you ve been doing it. What matters is that you ve had real exposure to the commercial side: choosing product, negotiating price, watching sell-through, forecasting and learning what works. You actually use AI. Not because someone told you to, but because you ve worked out how it makes you faster and sharper. You can talk concretely about what you ve automated, what you ve used it to research, and where it s changed how you make decisions. If your answer to how do you use AI in your work is vague, this isn t the role. Happy working remotely, co-ordinating with UK and US based colleagues, flexing into US hours when needed. Must-haves Hands-on experience in retail buying, merchandising or branded merchandise sourcing, depth matters more than tenure Practical understanding of forecasting, inventory and rate-of-sales planning Understanding of licensing Track record negotiating with suppliers, ideally including overseas and US Strong commercial and financial acumen you can build and defend a margin plan Practical, daily use of AI in your workflow A genuine team player with no ego, no silos, no "not my job" UK right to work and willingness to travel internationally Nice to have US collegiate or campus retail experience Working knowledge of decoration methods (screen print, embroidery, sublimation, DTG) Experience with apparel, accessories and branded merchandise Experience building or refining buying processes inside a growing business The deal Remote, UK-based, with flexibility for US time zones. Salary reflective of experience, we ll pay properly for the right person at any level. Pension scheme, eye care, health cash plan, buy and sell annual leave. Genuine ownership of a commercial function in a business that s growing fast. Eligibility Applicants must be 18 years of age or older and legally eligible to work in the UK. This role operates on UK employment terms, despite its primary focus on the US market. Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
May 06, 2026
Full time
Buyer & Merchandiser - US Collegiate Location: Remote (Home-based, UK) Reports to: Senior Leadership Salary: Reflective of experience We operate in store and online retail experiences for US universities and campus selling course supplies and branded merchandise to students and faculties. We re growing, our customers are demanding, and our edge is that we move faster and think sharper than the rest of the industry. We need someone to own the buy. This is not a traditional procurement role and it isn t a job for someone who wants to administer a process. We re looking for a commercial operator who understands product, trend, sell-through and margin and who treats AI as a daily tool, not a buzzword. You ll own the range. You ll decide what we buy, from whom, at what price, in what quantity, and when to mark it down. You ll work hand-in-glove with our US store managers, suppliers in the US and overseas, and our internal design and operations teams. The autonomy of a category lead, and the accountability that comes with it. What you ll actually do Own the assortment for our US collegiate accounts including new buys, reorders, end-of-life. Right product, right price, right quantity, right time. Read trends across fashion, collegiate culture and branded merch, and translate them into product decisions. Use AI to surface signals faster than the competition. Build forecasts that stand up to scrutiny. Manage rate-of-sales, sell-through and markdown discipline to hit margin and turn targets. Negotiate hard with suppliers both domestic and overseas on price, lead time, MOQ and terms. Build the supplier base we need for the next five years, not the last five. Form connections for print-on-demand based goods as we introduce these into our retail environment. Partner closely with US store managers and retail operations on what s working, what isn t, and what to do about it. Use AI tools to compress the routine parts of the job including supplier comms, sample tracking, PO reconciliation, trend research so your time goes on commercial decisions, not admin. Travel to the US and Far East for buying trips, supplier visits and trade shows. Who we re looking for You ve worked in retail buying, merchandising or branded merchandise sourcing, whether that s a year and you re hungry to own more, or several years of running a category end-to-end. We care more about how you think than how long you ve been doing it. What matters is that you ve had real exposure to the commercial side: choosing product, negotiating price, watching sell-through, forecasting and learning what works. You actually use AI. Not because someone told you to, but because you ve worked out how it makes you faster and sharper. You can talk concretely about what you ve automated, what you ve used it to research, and where it s changed how you make decisions. If your answer to how do you use AI in your work is vague, this isn t the role. Happy working remotely, co-ordinating with UK and US based colleagues, flexing into US hours when needed. Must-haves Hands-on experience in retail buying, merchandising or branded merchandise sourcing, depth matters more than tenure Practical understanding of forecasting, inventory and rate-of-sales planning Understanding of licensing Track record negotiating with suppliers, ideally including overseas and US Strong commercial and financial acumen you can build and defend a margin plan Practical, daily use of AI in your workflow A genuine team player with no ego, no silos, no "not my job" UK right to work and willingness to travel internationally Nice to have US collegiate or campus retail experience Working knowledge of decoration methods (screen print, embroidery, sublimation, DTG) Experience with apparel, accessories and branded merchandise Experience building or refining buying processes inside a growing business The deal Remote, UK-based, with flexibility for US time zones. Salary reflective of experience, we ll pay properly for the right person at any level. Pension scheme, eye care, health cash plan, buy and sell annual leave. Genuine ownership of a commercial function in a business that s growing fast. Eligibility Applicants must be 18 years of age or older and legally eligible to work in the UK. This role operates on UK employment terms, despite its primary focus on the US market. Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
Assistant Manager Shepton Mallet RAPIDLY EXPANDING and the MARKET LEADER in their retail sector! If you thrive on pace, people, processes and passion, then drive your career forward with this rapidly growing retail business. Our client is a high-profile volume retail store, renowned for value-for-money and excellent customer service click apply for full job details
May 06, 2026
Full time
Assistant Manager Shepton Mallet RAPIDLY EXPANDING and the MARKET LEADER in their retail sector! If you thrive on pace, people, processes and passion, then drive your career forward with this rapidly growing retail business. Our client is a high-profile volume retail store, renowned for value-for-money and excellent customer service click apply for full job details
