Global manufacturing engineering business requires a Buyer on a 8 month FTC. Applicants ideally will have experience working a procurement or supply chain role within aerospace or defence, but any manufacturing or engineering procurement backgrounds will be considered. The Buyer will join a supportive team of Buyers and Senior Buyers reporting to a Procurement Manager. The Buyer will be responsible for ensuring optimal material flow (of direct products/services for manufacturing), supplier performance and operational efficiency. Specific duties of the Buyer include: Lead internal and supplier meetings as required. Raise and issue purchase orders based on MRP demand. Ensure suppliers receive the most current documentation including drawings, T&Cs, and pricing. Provide demand forecasts to suppliers and confirm capacity/material availability. Maintain part availability and material flow; expedite orders when needed. Monitor and report key supplier performance indicators (KPIs). Maintain accurate MRP/ERP master data (e.g. lead times, MOQs). Build and maintain strong supplier relationships through clear and open communication. Collaborate cross-functionally with logistics, planning, engineering, and SQA teams. Manage supplier account setup and updates. Support indirect purchasing needs across the business. Oversee subcontract materials to ensure efficient movement aligned to MRP. Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria: Comfortable working a 8 month FTC contract Procurement experience as a Buyer, Senior Buyer or Junior Buyer Experience ideally within aerospace, defence, manufacturing or engineering Ability to collaborate with suppliers - manage performance, negotiate, recovery plans etc. Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems, and comfort using MS Excel Analytical with excellent problem-solving skills. Resilient, process-driven, and detail-oriented.
Apr 18, 2026
Full time
Global manufacturing engineering business requires a Buyer on a 8 month FTC. Applicants ideally will have experience working a procurement or supply chain role within aerospace or defence, but any manufacturing or engineering procurement backgrounds will be considered. The Buyer will join a supportive team of Buyers and Senior Buyers reporting to a Procurement Manager. The Buyer will be responsible for ensuring optimal material flow (of direct products/services for manufacturing), supplier performance and operational efficiency. Specific duties of the Buyer include: Lead internal and supplier meetings as required. Raise and issue purchase orders based on MRP demand. Ensure suppliers receive the most current documentation including drawings, T&Cs, and pricing. Provide demand forecasts to suppliers and confirm capacity/material availability. Maintain part availability and material flow; expedite orders when needed. Monitor and report key supplier performance indicators (KPIs). Maintain accurate MRP/ERP master data (e.g. lead times, MOQs). Build and maintain strong supplier relationships through clear and open communication. Collaborate cross-functionally with logistics, planning, engineering, and SQA teams. Manage supplier account setup and updates. Support indirect purchasing needs across the business. Oversee subcontract materials to ensure efficient movement aligned to MRP. Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria: Comfortable working a 8 month FTC contract Procurement experience as a Buyer, Senior Buyer or Junior Buyer Experience ideally within aerospace, defence, manufacturing or engineering Ability to collaborate with suppliers - manage performance, negotiate, recovery plans etc. Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems, and comfort using MS Excel Analytical with excellent problem-solving skills. Resilient, process-driven, and detail-oriented.
Senior Project Buyer required for a Global Engineering and Manufacturing leader, with multiple worldwide locations employing 1000 + staff, renowned for quality and innovative deliverables. The successful Senior Project Buyer will be easily able to commute to HUDDERSFIELD from surrounding towns & cities, including Leeds, Bradford, Dewsbury, Halifax, Wakefield and Brighouse. Key Responsibilities of the Senior Project Buyer will include: Lead strategic sourcing and category management to deliver resilient, value driven supply chains Oversee complex, high value procurement from sourcing through contract lifecycle Act as senior procurement lead within a project team, aligning supply with programme milestones Collaborate closely with Engineering, Planning, Quality, Production, and Programme teams Ensure strong data integrity, reporting quality, and governance within SAP systems Manage compliance, export control, and commercial risk mitigation activities Lead, coach, and support Project Buyers, providing escalation and capability development For the Senior Project Buyer role, we are keen to receive CV's from candidates who possess: Experience as a Senior Project Buyer or other similar roles within a technical manufacturing environment SAP or similar ERP experience Ability to negotiate skillfully with internal and external groups Experience reading engineering drawings CIPS/MCIPS preferred but not essential Salary & Benefits: Up to 50,000 p/a depending on experience Flexible working hours 37.5 hours per week 25 Days annual leave + Bank holidays + earn up to 12 additional flex days Health Shield membership Company pension contributions of up to 8% Please be aware that many roles working for our client will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation. You must meet Right to Work in the UK criteria and achieve the required security and clearance requirements to undertake this role. To apply for the Senior Project Buyer role, please click "Apply Now" and attach an updated copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Alex Feather at E3 Recruitment for more information.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Senior Project Buyer required for a Global Engineering and Manufacturing leader, with multiple worldwide locations employing 1000 + staff, renowned for quality and innovative deliverables. The successful Senior Project Buyer will be easily able to commute to HUDDERSFIELD from surrounding towns & cities, including Leeds, Bradford, Dewsbury, Halifax, Wakefield and Brighouse. Key Responsibilities of the Senior Project Buyer will include: Lead strategic sourcing and category management to deliver resilient, value driven supply chains Oversee complex, high value procurement from sourcing through contract lifecycle Act as senior procurement lead within a project team, aligning supply with programme milestones Collaborate closely with Engineering, Planning, Quality, Production, and Programme teams Ensure strong data integrity, reporting quality, and governance within SAP systems Manage compliance, export control, and commercial risk mitigation activities Lead, coach, and support Project Buyers, providing escalation and capability development For the Senior Project Buyer role, we are keen to receive CV's from candidates who possess: Experience as a Senior Project Buyer or other similar roles within a technical manufacturing environment SAP or similar ERP experience Ability to negotiate skillfully with internal and external groups Experience reading engineering drawings CIPS/MCIPS preferred but not essential Salary & Benefits: Up to 50,000 p/a depending on experience Flexible working hours 37.5 hours per week 25 Days annual leave + Bank holidays + earn up to 12 additional flex days Health Shield membership Company pension contributions of up to 8% Please be aware that many roles working for our client will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation. You must meet Right to Work in the UK criteria and achieve the required security and clearance requirements to undertake this role. To apply for the Senior Project Buyer role, please click "Apply Now" and attach an updated copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Alex Feather at E3 Recruitment for more information.
Strong experience in heavy civil engineering subcontract procurement is essential. A well established civil engineering contractor, is looking to appoint a Senior Buyer to join their procurement team in the North West. This role supports major projects in and around the North West, with access to an office base in Preston. This role is focused on major civil engineering subcontract packages. Role - Senior Buyer (Subcontract) Type - Permanent - on site Location - North West (Preston office) Salary - 55,000 - 65,000 + benefits Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to): Preparing bid lists and carrying out subcontractor due diligence Developing procurement strategies with project and commercial teams Managing tender schedules for major subcontract packages Issuing enquiries, reviewing returns and completing value analysis Leading negotiations, supplier meetings and recommending awards Ensuring governance, documentation and procurement controls Supporting project teams with subcontractor performance and issues Onboarding subcontractors Maintaining document control and supporting framework agreements Representing the business at client and supplier events when required Essential experience required: Proven background in civil engineering subcontract procurement Experience on heavy civils projects (RC, structures, major packages, drainage) Ability to pass BPSS / SC security clearance To apply for this Senior Buyer / Subcontract Buyer / Civil Engineering Buyer / Procurement Specialist role, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Strong experience in heavy civil engineering subcontract procurement is essential. A well established civil engineering contractor, is looking to appoint a Senior Buyer to join their procurement team in the North West. This role supports major projects in and around the North West, with access to an office base in Preston. This role is focused on major civil engineering subcontract packages. Role - Senior Buyer (Subcontract) Type - Permanent - on site Location - North West (Preston office) Salary - 55,000 - 65,000 + benefits Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to): Preparing bid lists and carrying out subcontractor due diligence Developing procurement strategies with project and commercial teams Managing tender schedules for major subcontract packages Issuing enquiries, reviewing returns and completing value analysis Leading negotiations, supplier meetings and recommending awards Ensuring governance, documentation and procurement controls Supporting project teams with subcontractor performance and issues Onboarding subcontractors Maintaining document control and supporting framework agreements Representing the business at client and supplier events when required Essential experience required: Proven background in civil engineering subcontract procurement Experience on heavy civils projects (RC, structures, major packages, drainage) Ability to pass BPSS / SC security clearance To apply for this Senior Buyer / Subcontract Buyer / Civil Engineering Buyer / Procurement Specialist role, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Assistant Buyer Location: Stowmarket (Office-based / Hybrid following probation)Contract Type: Full-time, PermanentSalary: Up to £40k + Flexible Benefits Freedom has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Buyer to join our Procurement team in the South. Reporting to the Senior Buyer, you'll support the delivery of procurement activities across the business, helping to ensure contract requirements are delivered at best value for both Freedom and our end customers.This role is well suited to someone looking to build a career in procurement within a supportive, fast-paced environment. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Support compliance with Health & Safety processes, promoting a safety-first culture. Assist with supply chain management, supporting key suppliers and resolving issues through to completion. Support supplier invoice query resolution in collaboration with Finance and Operations teams. Assist work-winning activities by obtaining and collating supplier and subcontractor pricing for tenders and pricing exercises. Carry out regular pricing reviews with suppliers to ensure competitiveness against market rates. Support supplier performance management, including meeting coordination and action tracking. Manage pricing requests, ensuring returns are tracked, recorded and filed to maintain a clear audit trail. Track pricing changes and support reporting on cost movements. Support delivery of savings and rebate targets. Maintain accurate procurement records and provide regular progress updates. What We're Looking For: Experience working within policies and procedures to deliver defined tasks. Experience working collaboratively as part of a team to achieve wider goals. Ability to work on own initiative and solve problems proactively. Strong organisational and communication skills. Good IT literacy and numeracy skills. A positive, collaborative approach aligned to Freedom's values and behaviours. Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. You will be working as part of a team where we are committed to creating a culture where we treat each other fairly and with respect, recognising everyone as an individual. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Assistant Buyer Location: Stowmarket (Office-based / Hybrid following probation)Contract Type: Full-time, PermanentSalary: Up to £40k + Flexible Benefits Freedom has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Buyer to join our Procurement team in the South. Reporting to the Senior Buyer, you'll support the delivery of procurement activities across the business, helping to ensure contract requirements are delivered at best value for both Freedom and our end customers.This role is well suited to someone looking to build a career in procurement within a supportive, fast-paced environment. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Support compliance with Health & Safety processes, promoting a safety-first culture. Assist with supply chain management, supporting key suppliers and resolving issues through to completion. Support supplier invoice query resolution in collaboration with Finance and Operations teams. Assist work-winning activities by obtaining and collating supplier and subcontractor pricing for tenders and pricing exercises. Carry out regular pricing reviews with suppliers to ensure competitiveness against market rates. Support supplier performance management, including meeting coordination and action tracking. Manage pricing requests, ensuring returns are tracked, recorded and filed to maintain a clear audit trail. Track pricing changes and support reporting on cost movements. Support delivery of savings and rebate targets. Maintain accurate procurement records and provide regular progress updates. What We're Looking For: Experience working within policies and procedures to deliver defined tasks. Experience working collaboratively as part of a team to achieve wider goals. Ability to work on own initiative and solve problems proactively. Strong organisational and communication skills. Good IT literacy and numeracy skills. A positive, collaborative approach aligned to Freedom's values and behaviours. Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. You will be working as part of a team where we are committed to creating a culture where we treat each other fairly and with respect, recognising everyone as an individual. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Job Title: Buyer Location: Rochester, Kent Role Type: Permanent Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 per annum depending on experience Our client, an established electronics manufacturing firm in Rochester, require an experienced Buyer to join their multi-disciplined team. Positions are available from Buyer to Senior Buyer level, with salary offered reflecting responsibility & seniority. Candidates would need to have lived & worked in the UK for 5+ years and be eligible for BPSS security clearance. What the role of the Buyer entails: Some of the main duties of the Buyer will include: Negotiate terms, conditions, pricing, and contracts with suppliers Act as the main point of contact between suppliers and the business, building effective relationships Monitor budgets for purchase orders and identify opportunities for cost savings through effective negotiation Track supplier performance, communicate key KPIs, and address issues at a senior level Maintain accurate supplier order books and data in the Oracle ERP system Support the implementation of corporate procurement processes, including strategic supplier, sub-contract, and commodity management Coach and train junior staff on procurement processes and procedures, assist with audits and improvement plans What experience you need to be the successful Buyer: Essential: Proven experience in buying, procurement and purchasing Experience in leading negotiations and managing supplier relationships Desirable: HNC/HND in Business Studies or equivalent CIPS qualified This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Buyer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Buyer Location: Rochester, Kent Role Type: Permanent Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 per annum depending on experience Our client, an established electronics manufacturing firm in Rochester, require an experienced Buyer to join their multi-disciplined team. Positions are available from Buyer to Senior Buyer level, with salary offered reflecting responsibility & seniority. Candidates would need to have lived & worked in the UK for 5+ years and be eligible for BPSS security clearance. What the role of the Buyer entails: Some of the main duties of the Buyer will include: Negotiate terms, conditions, pricing, and contracts with suppliers Act as the main point of contact between suppliers and the business, building effective relationships Monitor budgets for purchase orders and identify opportunities for cost savings through effective negotiation Track supplier performance, communicate key KPIs, and address issues at a senior level Maintain accurate supplier order books and data in the Oracle ERP system Support the implementation of corporate procurement processes, including strategic supplier, sub-contract, and commodity management Coach and train junior staff on procurement processes and procedures, assist with audits and improvement plans What experience you need to be the successful Buyer: Essential: Proven experience in buying, procurement and purchasing Experience in leading negotiations and managing supplier relationships Desirable: HNC/HND in Business Studies or equivalent CIPS qualified This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Buyer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
GBR Recruitment Ltd are proudly recruiting exclusively for a leading steels construction & civils business based in Leicestershire for an experienced Senior Buyer or an experienced long standing Buyer with strong longevity in other buying roles seeking that next step up in their buying career. Fantastic reputable & well established steels construction & civils business working with tier 1 contractors on a sub-contract basis as well as taking on their own projects UK wide. If you are a buying, procurement or purchasing professional that wants to work in an SME size business turning over c.£15M where you will be hands on & supporting a small team then this is the role for you, a role where you can get into the thick of things. Duties: Hands on purchasing within civils, steel, lifting, stores and electrical departments. Data analysis skills for cost control and taking part in commercial strategy planning. Relationship building and negotiation skills for supporting operational delivery in a highly changeable environment. Experience operating in an accredited supplier and subcontractor-controlled process and management system, for example ISO9001. Reduce costs and manage commercial risks and exposure. Secure reliable suppliers and maintain good relationships. Work cross functionally to bring efficient buying methods to all departments on products, materials, and services. Purchasing responsibility to include identifying, vetting, negotiating, and managing nationwide suppliers. Maintain a Preferred Supplier List including Schedule of Rates for the Commercial and Build teams to work from. Effective Cost control, responsible for regularly review pricing including annual rate increases, own invoice queries and challenge overcharges. Proactively implement any cost saving initiatives. Developing & maintaining strong supplier relationships, as well as carrying out performance reviews and contractual negotiations. Operational control including managing on/off-hire logs, communicate to commercial any cost creep from extended hire. Effective contract management ensuring all supplier terms are aligned with contractual and financial requirements including training, accreditations and insurance. Set SLAs, allocate risk and follow company onboarding and renewal process within the management system. Cross-functional integration with the commercial department, working closely with the commercial teams during tender bids development and with operational teams on day-to-day delivery. Work with service delivery and back office or stores teams. Ensure that materials and services are bought on time and to the required specification requested from the PM/BMs. Attributes: Vast experience as a construction / civils sector buyer, senior buyer, procurement manager, purchasing manager or similar role carrying out comparable buying duties / tasks. Experience within a construction / civils background, ideally with steels knowledge & experience too. Must be prepared to work 5 days in the Leicestershire office. This buying role could suit someone working as a Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Assistant, Sourcing Manager, Product Category Manager, Procurement Specialist, Category Buyer, Senior Buyer, Buyer, Procurement Assistant, Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager or similar with comparable responsibilities. Commutable from Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire & parts of the West Midlands. Interviews to take place in April. Apply today!
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
GBR Recruitment Ltd are proudly recruiting exclusively for a leading steels construction & civils business based in Leicestershire for an experienced Senior Buyer or an experienced long standing Buyer with strong longevity in other buying roles seeking that next step up in their buying career. Fantastic reputable & well established steels construction & civils business working with tier 1 contractors on a sub-contract basis as well as taking on their own projects UK wide. If you are a buying, procurement or purchasing professional that wants to work in an SME size business turning over c.£15M where you will be hands on & supporting a small team then this is the role for you, a role where you can get into the thick of things. Duties: Hands on purchasing within civils, steel, lifting, stores and electrical departments. Data analysis skills for cost control and taking part in commercial strategy planning. Relationship building and negotiation skills for supporting operational delivery in a highly changeable environment. Experience operating in an accredited supplier and subcontractor-controlled process and management system, for example ISO9001. Reduce costs and manage commercial risks and exposure. Secure reliable suppliers and maintain good relationships. Work cross functionally to bring efficient buying methods to all departments on products, materials, and services. Purchasing responsibility to include identifying, vetting, negotiating, and managing nationwide suppliers. Maintain a Preferred Supplier List including Schedule of Rates for the Commercial and Build teams to work from. Effective Cost control, responsible for regularly review pricing including annual rate increases, own invoice queries and challenge overcharges. Proactively implement any cost saving initiatives. Developing & maintaining strong supplier relationships, as well as carrying out performance reviews and contractual negotiations. Operational control including managing on/off-hire logs, communicate to commercial any cost creep from extended hire. Effective contract management ensuring all supplier terms are aligned with contractual and financial requirements including training, accreditations and insurance. Set SLAs, allocate risk and follow company onboarding and renewal process within the management system. Cross-functional integration with the commercial department, working closely with the commercial teams during tender bids development and with operational teams on day-to-day delivery. Work with service delivery and back office or stores teams. Ensure that materials and services are bought on time and to the required specification requested from the PM/BMs. Attributes: Vast experience as a construction / civils sector buyer, senior buyer, procurement manager, purchasing manager or similar role carrying out comparable buying duties / tasks. Experience within a construction / civils background, ideally with steels knowledge & experience too. Must be prepared to work 5 days in the Leicestershire office. This buying role could suit someone working as a Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Assistant, Sourcing Manager, Product Category Manager, Procurement Specialist, Category Buyer, Senior Buyer, Buyer, Procurement Assistant, Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager or similar with comparable responsibilities. Commutable from Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire & parts of the West Midlands. Interviews to take place in April. Apply today!
GBR Recruitment Ltd are proudly recruiting exclusively for a leading steels construction & civils business based in Leicestershire for an experienced Senior Buyer or an experienced long standing Buyer with strong longevity in other buying roles seeking that next step up in their buying career. Fantastic reputable & well established steels construction & civils business working with tier 1 contractors on a sub-contract basis as well as taking on their own projects UK wide. If you are a buying, procurement or purchasing professional that wants to work in an SME size business turning over c.£15M where you will be hands on & supporting a small team then this is the role for you, a role where you can get into the thick of things. Duties: Hands on purchasing within civils, steel, lifting, stores and electrical departments. Data analysis skills for cost control and taking part in commercial strategy planning. Relationship building and negotiation skills for supporting operational delivery in a highly changeable environment. Experience operating in an accredited supplier and subcontractor-controlled process and management system, for example ISO9001. Reduce costs and manage commercial risks and exposure. Secure reliable suppliers and maintain good relationships. Work cross functionally to bring efficient buying methods to all departments on products, materials, and services. Purchasing responsibility to include identifying, vetting, negotiating, and managing nationwide suppliers. Maintain a Preferred Supplier List including Schedule of Rates for the Commercial and Build teams to work from. Effective Cost control, responsible for regularly review pricing including annual rate increases, own invoice queries and challenge overcharges. Proactively implement any cost saving initiatives. Developing & maintaining strong supplier relationships, as well as carrying out performance reviews and contractual negotiations. Operational control including managing on/off-hire logs, communicate to commercial any cost creep from extended hire. Effective contract management ensuring all supplier terms are aligned with contractual and financial requirements including training, accreditations and insurance. Set SLAs, allocate risk and follow company onboarding and renewal process within the management system. Cross-functional integration with the commercial department, working closely with the commercial teams during tender bids development and with operational teams on day-to-day delivery. Work with service delivery and back office or stores teams. Ensure that materials and services are bought on time and to the required specification requested from the PM/BMs. Attributes: Vast experience as a construction / civils sector buyer, senior buyer, procurement manager, purchasing manager or similar role carrying out comparable buying duties / tasks. Experience within a construction / civils background, ideally with steels knowledge & experience too. Must be prepared to work 5 days in the Leicestershire office. This buying role could suit someone working as a Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Assistant, Sourcing Manager, Product Category Manager, Procurement Specialist, Category Buyer, Senior Buyer, Buyer, Procurement Assistant, Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager or similar with comparable responsibilities. Commutable from Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire & parts of the West Midlands. Interviews to take place in April. Apply today!
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
GBR Recruitment Ltd are proudly recruiting exclusively for a leading steels construction & civils business based in Leicestershire for an experienced Senior Buyer or an experienced long standing Buyer with strong longevity in other buying roles seeking that next step up in their buying career. Fantastic reputable & well established steels construction & civils business working with tier 1 contractors on a sub-contract basis as well as taking on their own projects UK wide. If you are a buying, procurement or purchasing professional that wants to work in an SME size business turning over c.£15M where you will be hands on & supporting a small team then this is the role for you, a role where you can get into the thick of things. Duties: Hands on purchasing within civils, steel, lifting, stores and electrical departments. Data analysis skills for cost control and taking part in commercial strategy planning. Relationship building and negotiation skills for supporting operational delivery in a highly changeable environment. Experience operating in an accredited supplier and subcontractor-controlled process and management system, for example ISO9001. Reduce costs and manage commercial risks and exposure. Secure reliable suppliers and maintain good relationships. Work cross functionally to bring efficient buying methods to all departments on products, materials, and services. Purchasing responsibility to include identifying, vetting, negotiating, and managing nationwide suppliers. Maintain a Preferred Supplier List including Schedule of Rates for the Commercial and Build teams to work from. Effective Cost control, responsible for regularly review pricing including annual rate increases, own invoice queries and challenge overcharges. Proactively implement any cost saving initiatives. Developing & maintaining strong supplier relationships, as well as carrying out performance reviews and contractual negotiations. Operational control including managing on/off-hire logs, communicate to commercial any cost creep from extended hire. Effective contract management ensuring all supplier terms are aligned with contractual and financial requirements including training, accreditations and insurance. Set SLAs, allocate risk and follow company onboarding and renewal process within the management system. Cross-functional integration with the commercial department, working closely with the commercial teams during tender bids development and with operational teams on day-to-day delivery. Work with service delivery and back office or stores teams. Ensure that materials and services are bought on time and to the required specification requested from the PM/BMs. Attributes: Vast experience as a construction / civils sector buyer, senior buyer, procurement manager, purchasing manager or similar role carrying out comparable buying duties / tasks. Experience within a construction / civils background, ideally with steels knowledge & experience too. Must be prepared to work 5 days in the Leicestershire office. This buying role could suit someone working as a Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Assistant, Sourcing Manager, Product Category Manager, Procurement Specialist, Category Buyer, Senior Buyer, Buyer, Procurement Assistant, Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager or similar with comparable responsibilities. Commutable from Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire & parts of the West Midlands. Interviews to take place in April. Apply today!
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD
Grantham, Lincolnshire
Bennett & Game are representing a well-established and rapidly growing construction and civil engineering contractor who are seeking a Procurement Manager to join their expanding team. This business has a strong reputation for delivering high quality construction, groundworks and civil engineering projects across the East Midlands and surrounding regions, working with major residential developers and delivering infrastructure, commercial builds and new homes. They offer a wide range of in-house capabilities including design and build, groundworks, infrastructure and residential construction, with a focus on quality, reliability and timely delivery. Following a significant period of growth, with turnover increasing from 25M to 50M+ in the last 18 months, this is a key strategic hire. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in reshaping the procurement function, implementing new systems and processes, and building a high-performing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a real impact and progress quickly towards senior leadership level. Salary & Benefits 65,000 - 85,000 DOE Performance related bonus Company pension scheme 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays Genuine progression to Director level Procurement Manager Position Overview Lead and develop the procurement function across the business Implement new procurement processes, procedures and systems Identify and onboard new suppliers whilst strengthening existing relationships Drive cost savings through negotiation, rebates and strategic sourcing Build, manage and mentor a procurement team Work closely with commercial and operational teams to support project delivery Procurement Manager Position Requirements Proven experience as a Procurement Manager or Senior Buyer within construction, civils or plant Strong leadership experience with a track record of building and managing teams Experience implementing procurement processes and driving change within a business Commercially astute with strong negotiation skills Confident, proactive and capable of leading departmental reform Based within a commutable distance to the Grantham area Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Bennett & Game are representing a well-established and rapidly growing construction and civil engineering contractor who are seeking a Procurement Manager to join their expanding team. This business has a strong reputation for delivering high quality construction, groundworks and civil engineering projects across the East Midlands and surrounding regions, working with major residential developers and delivering infrastructure, commercial builds and new homes. They offer a wide range of in-house capabilities including design and build, groundworks, infrastructure and residential construction, with a focus on quality, reliability and timely delivery. Following a significant period of growth, with turnover increasing from 25M to 50M+ in the last 18 months, this is a key strategic hire. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in reshaping the procurement function, implementing new systems and processes, and building a high-performing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a real impact and progress quickly towards senior leadership level. Salary & Benefits 65,000 - 85,000 DOE Performance related bonus Company pension scheme 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays Genuine progression to Director level Procurement Manager Position Overview Lead and develop the procurement function across the business Implement new procurement processes, procedures and systems Identify and onboard new suppliers whilst strengthening existing relationships Drive cost savings through negotiation, rebates and strategic sourcing Build, manage and mentor a procurement team Work closely with commercial and operational teams to support project delivery Procurement Manager Position Requirements Proven experience as a Procurement Manager or Senior Buyer within construction, civils or plant Strong leadership experience with a track record of building and managing teams Experience implementing procurement processes and driving change within a business Commercially astute with strong negotiation skills Confident, proactive and capable of leading departmental reform Based within a commutable distance to the Grantham area Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Please note that this role is based in the United Kingdom. To enable us to meet the statutory and regulatory obligations of the United Kingdom immigration system, you must have the appropriate immigration permission needed to work and reside in the United Kingdom for the duration of the employment. Role Summary The Executive Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs - International Production is responsible for leading and oversight of the negotiation, structuring and management of complex business and legal agreements relating to television development, production, financing, and distribution. The EVP serves as a strategic advisor to President, International Production, senior leadership team, individual production labels, finance, and distribution teams to ensure television projects are structured to maximize business value while minimizing legal and financial risk. Core Responsibilities Lead the Legal & Business Affairs team across the international production business (UK, EMEA, LatAm and APAC) responsible for development, production, and distribution agreements. Legal and business affairs advisor to President, International Production on emerging issues in BA negotiation and collaboration with divisional leadership in developing studio go-to-market strategies. Provide strategic leadership to STIP's production labels in developing creative and innovative deal structures to maximize commercial opportunities and holistic deal value to the studio. Develop and maintain a structure that empowers and enables the BA team to negotiate, structure, draft and administer development and production related deals across the international SPT business. Establish and maintain key external relationships with Business Affair teams from buyers around the world - FTA, streaming, cable and Digital. Build a collaborative culture with US Studio BA to ensure best practices and market insights are shared across SPT. Similarly, develop relationships with BA teams in Sony Music and PlayStation to minimize internal friction and create OneSony opportunities. General Duties Deal Negotiation & Contract Management Oversight and overall sign off on negotiation and structure of a wide range of agreements, ensuring our negotiation strategy and standard practices reflect the studio's market positioning, creative strategy and commercial strategy, including: Development agreements with writers, creators, and producers Showrunner and executive producer agreements Talent agreements (actors, directors, hosts) Production services agreements Co-production and joint venture agreements Financing and deficit financing arrangements Distribution, licensing, and platform agreements First-look and overall deals with producers and production companies Where needed, analyse, review, and interpret contracts; provide thoughtful legal advice on potential risks and issues. Look for innovative approaches to new deals with talent, IP and production partners. Stay ahead of market trends, ensuring the studio is adopting industry best practice in how we negotiate, how the BA team operates, and how we structure deals for optimal value. Television Production Legal Oversight Leadership / Counsel for global legal and business affairs team throughout the production lifecycle. Act as a point of escalation, support and thought partnership where issues arise, deals deviate from standard processes and team members ask for assistance, including: Script development and rights acquisition Production contracts and vendor agreements Talent guild compliance (WGA, SAG-AFTRA, DGA, Equity, etc.) Production insurance and risk management Clearance and chain-of-title verification Credits, royalties, and profit participation structures Intellectual Property & Rights Management Oversee acquisition and protection of underlying rights for TV projects. Ensure proper chain of title and intellectual property ownership. Oversight of rights exploitation across international territories and platforms. Guidance on format licensing and franchise development. Oversight of Financing & Business Structuring Overall decision maker on structuring TV production financing and investment agreements. Collaborate with finance teams on budgeting, tax incentives, and financial risk management. Negotiate revenue participation and backend compensation structures. Risk Management & Compliance Responsibility in identifying and mitigating legal, financial, and operational risks associated with television production. Oversight and guidance to team members managing disputes, claims, and litigation matters relating to SPT projects. Overall responsibility in ensuring compliance with industry regulations, guild agreements, and company policies. AI Policies Provide leadership on the introduction of AI strategy and policies for ITVP division. Fostering Cross-Department Collaboration Ensure optimal collaborative information flow on current deals both within BA and amongst the various teams with SPT and Distribution. Encourage and foster interdepartmental partnership with internal teams including: US Studio Sony Music and PlayStation Finance and Strategy Distribution and Sales Marketing and Franchise Management Strategy & Business Operations Team Development Cultivate a culture of continuous learning, nurturing employee development, and maintaining a pipeline of emerging talent to mentor into future BA Executives. Ensuring a seamless partnership within the international legal and Business Affairs team, including information flow, ensuring transparency and thought partnering on negotiation strategy. Identify and implement training programs to ensure internal competency in policies, requirements, and procedures, and external competency in leading industry practice in negotiation and deal structuring. Provide leadership and guidance to the BA Admin team to ensure the studio is able to administer and comply with contractual and union / guild obligations. Supervisory Responsibility Direct Reports: SVP B&LA (UK), Head of BA Latin America (Miami - TBC). Oversight of BA teams in UK, Latin America and Brazil. Mentoring responsibility for BA teams in individual production labels in UK and APAC. Education, Years of Experience, Specialized Knowledge or Skills Required 15+ years of experience in entertainment law or business affairs. A proven leader with impeccable judgement who acts with a sense of urgency. Extensive experience in television production and deal negotiation. Experience working at a major studio, streamer, broadcaster, or entertainment law firm. Collaborative style with proven ability to quickly grow and maintain strong internal relationships with multiple business lines. Proven ability in managing complex relationships (internally and externally). Experience of leading a variety of transactions, i.e. acquisitions, divestments, renegotiations. Willingness and ability to quickly learn new areas of the business as required. Ability to work closely with and win trust of senior (President and above) executives in London and LA. Proven network among international buyers' BA teams. What you have Excellent organisational and time management skills to manage multiple training initiatives simultaneously. Strong communication skills to interact effectively with employees, managers, and external vendors. Previous solid learning coordination experience. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, Canva and learning management systems (experience with Cornerstone is desired). Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and data integrity. Ability to work independently, proactively and as part of a team in a fast paced environment. Ability to handle high pressure situations in a professional, flexible & customer focused manner. A global perspective and the ability to work with diverse audiences and cultures, adapting style to effectively communicate. How we take care of you Competitive salary, with annual bonus eligibility. A choice of comprehensive health plan options that fit your lifestyle, including private medical insurance. Rest and recharge during a week off during the winter holidays, in addition to the 25 days of paid annual leave. Participate in extensive learning & development opportunities at all levels, including curated instructor led classes and high impact online resources. Build your community by joining our Employee Business Resource Groups, and/or Sony Pictures Action - our racial equity and inclusion strategy. Access to an employee online store filled with a variety of discounted Sony products. Watch the newest movies and TV shows at our exclusive employee screenings at work. Entitlement to apply for an interest free season ticket loan. Automatic enrolment in the Company's Pension Plan. Free counselling and advisory service. You will be automatically enrolled in the Company's Life Insurance and Group Income Protection Plans, subject to any applicable service requirements. The opportunity to attend various social events in our state of the art offices in Paddington. In addition to the above . click apply for full job details
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Please note that this role is based in the United Kingdom. To enable us to meet the statutory and regulatory obligations of the United Kingdom immigration system, you must have the appropriate immigration permission needed to work and reside in the United Kingdom for the duration of the employment. Role Summary The Executive Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs - International Production is responsible for leading and oversight of the negotiation, structuring and management of complex business and legal agreements relating to television development, production, financing, and distribution. The EVP serves as a strategic advisor to President, International Production, senior leadership team, individual production labels, finance, and distribution teams to ensure television projects are structured to maximize business value while minimizing legal and financial risk. Core Responsibilities Lead the Legal & Business Affairs team across the international production business (UK, EMEA, LatAm and APAC) responsible for development, production, and distribution agreements. Legal and business affairs advisor to President, International Production on emerging issues in BA negotiation and collaboration with divisional leadership in developing studio go-to-market strategies. Provide strategic leadership to STIP's production labels in developing creative and innovative deal structures to maximize commercial opportunities and holistic deal value to the studio. Develop and maintain a structure that empowers and enables the BA team to negotiate, structure, draft and administer development and production related deals across the international SPT business. Establish and maintain key external relationships with Business Affair teams from buyers around the world - FTA, streaming, cable and Digital. Build a collaborative culture with US Studio BA to ensure best practices and market insights are shared across SPT. Similarly, develop relationships with BA teams in Sony Music and PlayStation to minimize internal friction and create OneSony opportunities. General Duties Deal Negotiation & Contract Management Oversight and overall sign off on negotiation and structure of a wide range of agreements, ensuring our negotiation strategy and standard practices reflect the studio's market positioning, creative strategy and commercial strategy, including: Development agreements with writers, creators, and producers Showrunner and executive producer agreements Talent agreements (actors, directors, hosts) Production services agreements Co-production and joint venture agreements Financing and deficit financing arrangements Distribution, licensing, and platform agreements First-look and overall deals with producers and production companies Where needed, analyse, review, and interpret contracts; provide thoughtful legal advice on potential risks and issues. Look for innovative approaches to new deals with talent, IP and production partners. Stay ahead of market trends, ensuring the studio is adopting industry best practice in how we negotiate, how the BA team operates, and how we structure deals for optimal value. Television Production Legal Oversight Leadership / Counsel for global legal and business affairs team throughout the production lifecycle. Act as a point of escalation, support and thought partnership where issues arise, deals deviate from standard processes and team members ask for assistance, including: Script development and rights acquisition Production contracts and vendor agreements Talent guild compliance (WGA, SAG-AFTRA, DGA, Equity, etc.) Production insurance and risk management Clearance and chain-of-title verification Credits, royalties, and profit participation structures Intellectual Property & Rights Management Oversee acquisition and protection of underlying rights for TV projects. Ensure proper chain of title and intellectual property ownership. Oversight of rights exploitation across international territories and platforms. Guidance on format licensing and franchise development. Oversight of Financing & Business Structuring Overall decision maker on structuring TV production financing and investment agreements. Collaborate with finance teams on budgeting, tax incentives, and financial risk management. Negotiate revenue participation and backend compensation structures. Risk Management & Compliance Responsibility in identifying and mitigating legal, financial, and operational risks associated with television production. Oversight and guidance to team members managing disputes, claims, and litigation matters relating to SPT projects. Overall responsibility in ensuring compliance with industry regulations, guild agreements, and company policies. AI Policies Provide leadership on the introduction of AI strategy and policies for ITVP division. Fostering Cross-Department Collaboration Ensure optimal collaborative information flow on current deals both within BA and amongst the various teams with SPT and Distribution. Encourage and foster interdepartmental partnership with internal teams including: US Studio Sony Music and PlayStation Finance and Strategy Distribution and Sales Marketing and Franchise Management Strategy & Business Operations Team Development Cultivate a culture of continuous learning, nurturing employee development, and maintaining a pipeline of emerging talent to mentor into future BA Executives. Ensuring a seamless partnership within the international legal and Business Affairs team, including information flow, ensuring transparency and thought partnering on negotiation strategy. Identify and implement training programs to ensure internal competency in policies, requirements, and procedures, and external competency in leading industry practice in negotiation and deal structuring. Provide leadership and guidance to the BA Admin team to ensure the studio is able to administer and comply with contractual and union / guild obligations. Supervisory Responsibility Direct Reports: SVP B&LA (UK), Head of BA Latin America (Miami - TBC). Oversight of BA teams in UK, Latin America and Brazil. Mentoring responsibility for BA teams in individual production labels in UK and APAC. Education, Years of Experience, Specialized Knowledge or Skills Required 15+ years of experience in entertainment law or business affairs. A proven leader with impeccable judgement who acts with a sense of urgency. Extensive experience in television production and deal negotiation. Experience working at a major studio, streamer, broadcaster, or entertainment law firm. Collaborative style with proven ability to quickly grow and maintain strong internal relationships with multiple business lines. Proven ability in managing complex relationships (internally and externally). Experience of leading a variety of transactions, i.e. acquisitions, divestments, renegotiations. Willingness and ability to quickly learn new areas of the business as required. Ability to work closely with and win trust of senior (President and above) executives in London and LA. Proven network among international buyers' BA teams. What you have Excellent organisational and time management skills to manage multiple training initiatives simultaneously. Strong communication skills to interact effectively with employees, managers, and external vendors. Previous solid learning coordination experience. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, Canva and learning management systems (experience with Cornerstone is desired). Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and data integrity. Ability to work independently, proactively and as part of a team in a fast paced environment. Ability to handle high pressure situations in a professional, flexible & customer focused manner. A global perspective and the ability to work with diverse audiences and cultures, adapting style to effectively communicate. How we take care of you Competitive salary, with annual bonus eligibility. A choice of comprehensive health plan options that fit your lifestyle, including private medical insurance. Rest and recharge during a week off during the winter holidays, in addition to the 25 days of paid annual leave. Participate in extensive learning & development opportunities at all levels, including curated instructor led classes and high impact online resources. Build your community by joining our Employee Business Resource Groups, and/or Sony Pictures Action - our racial equity and inclusion strategy. Access to an employee online store filled with a variety of discounted Sony products. Watch the newest movies and TV shows at our exclusive employee screenings at work. Entitlement to apply for an interest free season ticket loan. Automatic enrolment in the Company's Pension Plan. Free counselling and advisory service. You will be automatically enrolled in the Company's Life Insurance and Group Income Protection Plans, subject to any applicable service requirements. The opportunity to attend various social events in our state of the art offices in Paddington. In addition to the above . click apply for full job details
Head of Sales - Appvia Location: London (Hybrid - in office 3+ days a week) Contract: Permanent, Full-time Package: £115,000- £135,000 + OTE up to £230,000 + EMI equity + Additional incentives on product sales About Appvia Appvia helps organisations build, secure, and innovate across cloud, data platforms, and AI by blending practical engineering expertise with real-world experience. Drawing on our background in creating open source projects like Terranetes and our self service agentic developer platform, Wayfinder, we bring that industry know how and expertise into your organisation to help unlock the true value of the cloud. As an AWS Advanced Tier Partner and a Specialist Microsoft Partner, we specialise in delivering secure, scalable cloud native platforms and services, including containerisation, FinOps, modernisation, data platforms and engineering, ML models, and AI integration. Whether organisations are seeking cloud funding, support with their strategy, or a fully managed service, we have the capabilities and solutions to help them succeed. Our services span cloud platform engineering, data and AI platform delivery, and managed cloud operations, all underpinned by the products we have built and run ourselves. Wayfinder, our self service, agentic developer platform, is now evolving to include automated cloud operations and infrastructure workflow automation, opening a genuinely differentiated commercial story at the intersection of platform engineering and enterprise AI. About the Role This is the most senior commercial leadership role in the business. You will report directly to the CEO, sit on the leadership team, and own Appvia's new business revenue motion across private sector accounts. You will inherit an active team; this is not a standing start hire. There are people, pipeline, and relationships already in motion. What is needed now is a leader who can come in quickly, understand what we do and who we sell to, and immediately elevate the team's performance, focus, and output. The primary focus of the role is services revenue across cloud, data and AI, and managed cloud, with an exciting opportunity to support the commercial launch of Wayfinder as an agentic developer platform. The right candidate will have a strong services background and understand how to use product to open and expand those relationships. This is a player coach role, with both a personal new business contribution and accountability for the team's collective target. You are as comfortable leading from the front on strategic deals as you are coaching the team and building the structure that drives consistent performance. Sales Strategy and Commercial Leadership Work closely with the CEO to define and execute Appvia's sales strategy: target verticals, ICP, go to market approach, pipeline coverage model, and revenue targets Own new business revenue across private sector, with a personal contribution target alongside team generated pipeline Be a natural problem solver with critical thinking capabilities, being able to offer solutions to problems and take accountability autonomously for anything revenue related Be responsible for designing the team, capabilities, skills inline with the growth of the business, be that through function, solution lines or verticals Build and maintain a healthy, well qualified pipeline with consistent 3x coverage across cloud and platform services, data and AI delivery, managed cloud, and Wayfinder Lead commercial strategy for target verticals: financial services, insurance, media and entertainment, energy and utilities, retail and eCommerce, and software vendors Drive managed cloud services as a recurring revenue priority, building a predictable base alongside project based revenue Shape the commercial approach to Wayfinder and the agentic AI platform GTM: packaging, pricing, ICP, and how product opens and expands services relationships Team Leadership, Coaching and Enablement Lead, coach, and develop the existing sales team: SDRs, Cloud Alliance and Partner BDRs, and Account Executives Rapidly build a strong understanding of Appvia's services, personas, and sales cycles, and use that to upskill the team, bringing structure, methodology, and confidence to how they prospect, qualify, and close Define and embed a consistent sales process: personas, qualification criteria, deal stages, objection handling, and commercial frameworks that the whole team operates from Run structured pipeline reviews, a weekly team cadence, and quarterly business reviews, holding individuals accountable to clear performance metrics Build a high performance culture with clear career pathways, consistent coaching, and a bias towards activity and outcomes Hire and onboard additional headcount as the business scales, and define the team structure for the next phase of growth Work closely with marketing to ensure inbound and outbound motions are tightly aligned and that SDR activity is well directed, well supported, and generating quality pipeline Cloud Provider Relationships and Alliance Revenue Build and own senior relationships with AWS and Microsoft field teams, including partner managers, alliance leads, and specialist sales, and use those relationships to drive co sell pipeline and joint opportunities Understand how cloud providers work commercially: how co sell programmes function, how to navigate AWS Partner Central and the Microsoft Partner Network, how to qualify and progress opportunities through partner channels, and how to unlock MDF and marketplace benefits Guide and manage the Cloud Alliance BDR: providing direction on how to engage cloud provider teams, what a strong co sell opportunity looks like, how to build relationships within the partner ecosystem, and how to convert partner introductions into qualified pipeline Maximise the commercial value of Appvia's AWS Advanced and Microsoft Solutions Partner status through joint GTM campaigns, marketplace listings, and co funded activity Identify and develop new alliance and channel relationships that accelerate pipeline in target sectors About You You will be an experienced enterprise sales leader from a services led technology business. You will have spent the majority of your career selling and leading teams that sell complex, consultative engagements: cloud transformation, platform engineering, data and AI delivery, managed services, or similar. You know this world from the inside, and you can hit the ground running because you already understand how these deals work, who the buyers are, and what it takes to win. You may well have sold a platform or software alongside services, and that experience is valuable to us. You understand that product in our context is a lever for creating better, deeper, and longer services relationships, and you know how to use it that way as well as having the added benefit of driving product traction and product sales. What We Are Looking For A proven track record of leading and growing a sales team that includes SDRs, BDRs, and Account Executives, with clear evidence of revenue growth and team development under your leadership Career background rooted in services, with any product sales background being an added bonus: from a cloud or AWS or Azure partner, managed service provider, data and AI consultancy, DevOps or platform engineering boutique, or a company where professional services was a primary and substantial part of the business Deep, first hand understanding of how services deals are sold: complex sales cycles, multi stakeholder buying processes, technical and commercial decision makers, statement of work structures, and how to position and defend services value Strong familiarity with the cloud and platform engineering market. You can hold a credible conversation about cloud architecture, data platforms, platform engineering, and AI workloads without being an engineer Direct experience working with AWS and or Microsoft as a partner: understanding how co sell programmes work, how to build productive relationships with cloud provider field teams, how partner pipeline is sourced and progressed, and how to use marketplace and MDF commercially Experience leading and coaching a cloud alliance or partner BDR function, or an equivalent outbound function focused on channel and ecosystem sourced pipeline A track record of hitting and exceeding revenue targets both personally and as a team leader, in businesses where deal values typically range from £250k to £5M and above Why join Appvia? We are a self funded, London based startup; providing businesses with a fast and secure way to deploy containerised applications into the cloud. We are on a mission to enable organisations to make cloud based software delivery simple and efficient, whilst having the insights into costs, security and cadence. As a company that holds customers at the heart of everything we do, we are looking for candidates that want to make a real change to how Dev and Ops is working in the industry. With us our customers, like the UK's Home Office & Bank of England, are harnessing cloud native technologies, limiting the challenges of infrastructure management and rapidly delivering digital products. What's on offer? Work life balance Flexible working with core hours of 10 4pm because we know life happens outside of work 25 days' holiday a year, plus bank holidays An additional day off for your birthday Enhanced maternity and paternity to full pay . click apply for full job details
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Head of Sales - Appvia Location: London (Hybrid - in office 3+ days a week) Contract: Permanent, Full-time Package: £115,000- £135,000 + OTE up to £230,000 + EMI equity + Additional incentives on product sales About Appvia Appvia helps organisations build, secure, and innovate across cloud, data platforms, and AI by blending practical engineering expertise with real-world experience. Drawing on our background in creating open source projects like Terranetes and our self service agentic developer platform, Wayfinder, we bring that industry know how and expertise into your organisation to help unlock the true value of the cloud. As an AWS Advanced Tier Partner and a Specialist Microsoft Partner, we specialise in delivering secure, scalable cloud native platforms and services, including containerisation, FinOps, modernisation, data platforms and engineering, ML models, and AI integration. Whether organisations are seeking cloud funding, support with their strategy, or a fully managed service, we have the capabilities and solutions to help them succeed. Our services span cloud platform engineering, data and AI platform delivery, and managed cloud operations, all underpinned by the products we have built and run ourselves. Wayfinder, our self service, agentic developer platform, is now evolving to include automated cloud operations and infrastructure workflow automation, opening a genuinely differentiated commercial story at the intersection of platform engineering and enterprise AI. About the Role This is the most senior commercial leadership role in the business. You will report directly to the CEO, sit on the leadership team, and own Appvia's new business revenue motion across private sector accounts. You will inherit an active team; this is not a standing start hire. There are people, pipeline, and relationships already in motion. What is needed now is a leader who can come in quickly, understand what we do and who we sell to, and immediately elevate the team's performance, focus, and output. The primary focus of the role is services revenue across cloud, data and AI, and managed cloud, with an exciting opportunity to support the commercial launch of Wayfinder as an agentic developer platform. The right candidate will have a strong services background and understand how to use product to open and expand those relationships. This is a player coach role, with both a personal new business contribution and accountability for the team's collective target. You are as comfortable leading from the front on strategic deals as you are coaching the team and building the structure that drives consistent performance. Sales Strategy and Commercial Leadership Work closely with the CEO to define and execute Appvia's sales strategy: target verticals, ICP, go to market approach, pipeline coverage model, and revenue targets Own new business revenue across private sector, with a personal contribution target alongside team generated pipeline Be a natural problem solver with critical thinking capabilities, being able to offer solutions to problems and take accountability autonomously for anything revenue related Be responsible for designing the team, capabilities, skills inline with the growth of the business, be that through function, solution lines or verticals Build and maintain a healthy, well qualified pipeline with consistent 3x coverage across cloud and platform services, data and AI delivery, managed cloud, and Wayfinder Lead commercial strategy for target verticals: financial services, insurance, media and entertainment, energy and utilities, retail and eCommerce, and software vendors Drive managed cloud services as a recurring revenue priority, building a predictable base alongside project based revenue Shape the commercial approach to Wayfinder and the agentic AI platform GTM: packaging, pricing, ICP, and how product opens and expands services relationships Team Leadership, Coaching and Enablement Lead, coach, and develop the existing sales team: SDRs, Cloud Alliance and Partner BDRs, and Account Executives Rapidly build a strong understanding of Appvia's services, personas, and sales cycles, and use that to upskill the team, bringing structure, methodology, and confidence to how they prospect, qualify, and close Define and embed a consistent sales process: personas, qualification criteria, deal stages, objection handling, and commercial frameworks that the whole team operates from Run structured pipeline reviews, a weekly team cadence, and quarterly business reviews, holding individuals accountable to clear performance metrics Build a high performance culture with clear career pathways, consistent coaching, and a bias towards activity and outcomes Hire and onboard additional headcount as the business scales, and define the team structure for the next phase of growth Work closely with marketing to ensure inbound and outbound motions are tightly aligned and that SDR activity is well directed, well supported, and generating quality pipeline Cloud Provider Relationships and Alliance Revenue Build and own senior relationships with AWS and Microsoft field teams, including partner managers, alliance leads, and specialist sales, and use those relationships to drive co sell pipeline and joint opportunities Understand how cloud providers work commercially: how co sell programmes function, how to navigate AWS Partner Central and the Microsoft Partner Network, how to qualify and progress opportunities through partner channels, and how to unlock MDF and marketplace benefits Guide and manage the Cloud Alliance BDR: providing direction on how to engage cloud provider teams, what a strong co sell opportunity looks like, how to build relationships within the partner ecosystem, and how to convert partner introductions into qualified pipeline Maximise the commercial value of Appvia's AWS Advanced and Microsoft Solutions Partner status through joint GTM campaigns, marketplace listings, and co funded activity Identify and develop new alliance and channel relationships that accelerate pipeline in target sectors About You You will be an experienced enterprise sales leader from a services led technology business. You will have spent the majority of your career selling and leading teams that sell complex, consultative engagements: cloud transformation, platform engineering, data and AI delivery, managed services, or similar. You know this world from the inside, and you can hit the ground running because you already understand how these deals work, who the buyers are, and what it takes to win. You may well have sold a platform or software alongside services, and that experience is valuable to us. You understand that product in our context is a lever for creating better, deeper, and longer services relationships, and you know how to use it that way as well as having the added benefit of driving product traction and product sales. What We Are Looking For A proven track record of leading and growing a sales team that includes SDRs, BDRs, and Account Executives, with clear evidence of revenue growth and team development under your leadership Career background rooted in services, with any product sales background being an added bonus: from a cloud or AWS or Azure partner, managed service provider, data and AI consultancy, DevOps or platform engineering boutique, or a company where professional services was a primary and substantial part of the business Deep, first hand understanding of how services deals are sold: complex sales cycles, multi stakeholder buying processes, technical and commercial decision makers, statement of work structures, and how to position and defend services value Strong familiarity with the cloud and platform engineering market. You can hold a credible conversation about cloud architecture, data platforms, platform engineering, and AI workloads without being an engineer Direct experience working with AWS and or Microsoft as a partner: understanding how co sell programmes work, how to build productive relationships with cloud provider field teams, how partner pipeline is sourced and progressed, and how to use marketplace and MDF commercially Experience leading and coaching a cloud alliance or partner BDR function, or an equivalent outbound function focused on channel and ecosystem sourced pipeline A track record of hitting and exceeding revenue targets both personally and as a team leader, in businesses where deal values typically range from £250k to £5M and above Why join Appvia? We are a self funded, London based startup; providing businesses with a fast and secure way to deploy containerised applications into the cloud. We are on a mission to enable organisations to make cloud based software delivery simple and efficient, whilst having the insights into costs, security and cadence. As a company that holds customers at the heart of everything we do, we are looking for candidates that want to make a real change to how Dev and Ops is working in the industry. With us our customers, like the UK's Home Office & Bank of England, are harnessing cloud native technologies, limiting the challenges of infrastructure management and rapidly delivering digital products. What's on offer? Work life balance Flexible working with core hours of 10 4pm because we know life happens outside of work 25 days' holiday a year, plus bank holidays An additional day off for your birthday Enhanced maternity and paternity to full pay . click apply for full job details
Proven experience as a Procurement & Supply Chain Manager or similar role within the construction or infrastructure sector. A leading construction and infrastructure organisation are currently recruiting for a Permanent Procurement and Supply Chain Manager in Glasgow. Role - Procurement & Supply Chain Manager Type - Permanent Location - Glasgow Salary - £60,000 to £75,000 Key responsibilities for the Procurement & Supply Chain Manager will include and will not be limited to: Developing and delivering procurement strategies for high-value and complex work packages. Leading the full subcontract procurement process and ensuring everything is completed on schedule. Building and managing strong relationships with suppliers, vendors and subcontractors. Identifying and resolving any performance issues within the supply chain. Managing risks such as supply delays, quality problems or commercial concerns. Tracking and reviewing KPIs to ensure targets are met and improvements are made. Managing a small team and supporting their development, performance and day-to-day delivery. Key skills and experience required for Procurement & Supply Chain Manager applicants and will not be limited to: Experience in procurement and supply chain management within construction or infrastructure (essential). Strong knowledge of the construction supply chain across the Scottish Central Belt (essential). Good understanding of NEC contracts, ideally NEC4. Degree in supply chain, business or a related field (preferred). CIPS Level 4 or working towards (desirable). Proven ability to develop and deliver effective supply chain strategies. Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills. Analytical thinker with solid problem-solving abilities. Able to work collaboratively with a wide range of teams and stakeholders. To apply for this Procurement Manager / Supply Chain Manager / Senior Buyer / Procurement Lead / Subcontract Procurement Manager opportunity, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
Proven experience as a Procurement & Supply Chain Manager or similar role within the construction or infrastructure sector. A leading construction and infrastructure organisation are currently recruiting for a Permanent Procurement and Supply Chain Manager in Glasgow. Role - Procurement & Supply Chain Manager Type - Permanent Location - Glasgow Salary - £60,000 to £75,000 Key responsibilities for the Procurement & Supply Chain Manager will include and will not be limited to: Developing and delivering procurement strategies for high-value and complex work packages. Leading the full subcontract procurement process and ensuring everything is completed on schedule. Building and managing strong relationships with suppliers, vendors and subcontractors. Identifying and resolving any performance issues within the supply chain. Managing risks such as supply delays, quality problems or commercial concerns. Tracking and reviewing KPIs to ensure targets are met and improvements are made. Managing a small team and supporting their development, performance and day-to-day delivery. Key skills and experience required for Procurement & Supply Chain Manager applicants and will not be limited to: Experience in procurement and supply chain management within construction or infrastructure (essential). Strong knowledge of the construction supply chain across the Scottish Central Belt (essential). Good understanding of NEC contracts, ideally NEC4. Degree in supply chain, business or a related field (preferred). CIPS Level 4 or working towards (desirable). Proven ability to develop and deliver effective supply chain strategies. Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills. Analytical thinker with solid problem-solving abilities. Able to work collaboratively with a wide range of teams and stakeholders. To apply for this Procurement Manager / Supply Chain Manager / Senior Buyer / Procurement Lead / Subcontract Procurement Manager opportunity, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
GBR Recruitment Ltd are proudly recruiting exclusively for a leading steels construction & civils business based in Leicestershire for an experienced Senior Buyer or an experienced long standing Buyer with strong longevity in other buying roles seeking that next step up in their buying career. Fantastic reputable & well established steels construction & civils business working with tier 1 contractors on a sub-contract basis as well as taking on their own projects UK wide. If you are a buying, procurement or purchasing professional that wants to work in an SME size business turning over c.£15M where you will be hands on & supporting a small team then this is the role for you, a role where you can get into the thick of things. Duties: Hands on purchasing within civils, steel, lifting, stores and electrical departments. Data analysis skills for cost control and taking part in commercial strategy planning. Relationship building and negotiation skills for supporting operational delivery in a highly changeable environment. Experience operating in an accredited supplier and subcontractor-controlled process and management system, for example ISO9001. Reduce costs and manage commercial risks and exposure. Secure reliable suppliers and maintain good relationships. Work cross functionally to bring efficient buying methods to all departments on products, materials, and services. Purchasing responsibility to include identifying, vetting, negotiating, and managing nationwide suppliers. Maintain a Preferred Supplier List including Schedule of Rates for the Commercial and Build teams to work from. Effective Cost control, responsible for regularly review pricing including annual rate increases, own invoice queries and challenge overcharges. Proactively implement any cost saving initiatives. Developing & maintaining strong supplier relationships, as well as carrying out performance reviews and contractual negotiations. Operational control including managing on/off-hire logs, communicate to commercial any cost creep from extended hire. Effective contract management ensuring all supplier terms are aligned with contractual and financial requirements including training, accreditations and insurance. Set SLAs, allocate risk and follow company onboarding and renewal process within the management system. Cross-functional integration with the commercial department, working closely with the commercial teams during tender bids development and with operational teams on day-to-day delivery. Work with service delivery and back office or stores teams. Ensure that materials and services are bought on time and to the required specification requested from the PM/BMs. Attributes: Vast experience as a construction / civils sector buyer, senior buyer, procurement manager, purchasing manager or similar role carrying out comparable buying duties / tasks. Experience within a construction / civils background, ideally with steels knowledge & experience too. Must be prepared to work 5 days in the Leicestershire office. This buying role could suit someone working as a Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Assistant, Sourcing Manager, Product Category Manager, Procurement Specialist, Category Buyer, Senior Buyer, Buyer, Procurement Assistant, Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager or similar with comparable responsibilities. Commutable from Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire & parts of the West Midlands. Interviews to take place in April. Apply today!
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
GBR Recruitment Ltd are proudly recruiting exclusively for a leading steels construction & civils business based in Leicestershire for an experienced Senior Buyer or an experienced long standing Buyer with strong longevity in other buying roles seeking that next step up in their buying career. Fantastic reputable & well established steels construction & civils business working with tier 1 contractors on a sub-contract basis as well as taking on their own projects UK wide. If you are a buying, procurement or purchasing professional that wants to work in an SME size business turning over c.£15M where you will be hands on & supporting a small team then this is the role for you, a role where you can get into the thick of things. Duties: Hands on purchasing within civils, steel, lifting, stores and electrical departments. Data analysis skills for cost control and taking part in commercial strategy planning. Relationship building and negotiation skills for supporting operational delivery in a highly changeable environment. Experience operating in an accredited supplier and subcontractor-controlled process and management system, for example ISO9001. Reduce costs and manage commercial risks and exposure. Secure reliable suppliers and maintain good relationships. Work cross functionally to bring efficient buying methods to all departments on products, materials, and services. Purchasing responsibility to include identifying, vetting, negotiating, and managing nationwide suppliers. Maintain a Preferred Supplier List including Schedule of Rates for the Commercial and Build teams to work from. Effective Cost control, responsible for regularly review pricing including annual rate increases, own invoice queries and challenge overcharges. Proactively implement any cost saving initiatives. Developing & maintaining strong supplier relationships, as well as carrying out performance reviews and contractual negotiations. Operational control including managing on/off-hire logs, communicate to commercial any cost creep from extended hire. Effective contract management ensuring all supplier terms are aligned with contractual and financial requirements including training, accreditations and insurance. Set SLAs, allocate risk and follow company onboarding and renewal process within the management system. Cross-functional integration with the commercial department, working closely with the commercial teams during tender bids development and with operational teams on day-to-day delivery. Work with service delivery and back office or stores teams. Ensure that materials and services are bought on time and to the required specification requested from the PM/BMs. Attributes: Vast experience as a construction / civils sector buyer, senior buyer, procurement manager, purchasing manager or similar role carrying out comparable buying duties / tasks. Experience within a construction / civils background, ideally with steels knowledge & experience too. Must be prepared to work 5 days in the Leicestershire office. This buying role could suit someone working as a Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Assistant, Sourcing Manager, Product Category Manager, Procurement Specialist, Category Buyer, Senior Buyer, Buyer, Procurement Assistant, Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager or similar with comparable responsibilities. Commutable from Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire & parts of the West Midlands. Interviews to take place in April. Apply today!
Taylor Made Recruitment
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Senior Commercial Manager (Construction) Location: Gloucestershire Salary: Competitive + Benefits Are you ready to take on an exciting leadership opportunity with an SME that boasts a huge industry presence? If you are an experienced Senior Commercial Manager with a passion for driving success, this could be the perfect next step in your career. Working as part of a close-knit team of 8, including Buyers, Quantity Surveyors, and Commercial Leads, you will lead a team of 5 direct reports, all with substantial commercial management experience and a background in the commercial construction industry. This is a hands-on role, and the successful candidate must have experience in managing complex, large commercial projects, along with a thorough understanding of NEC4 contracts. Key Responsibilities: Manage costs and risks on critical projects to ensure compliance with NEC4 contract requirements. Lead and motivate a team of Quantity Surveyors and Buyers, fostering development and optimising performance. Review tenders, manage variations, and ensure strict contract compliance. Monitor project costs, oversee payment processes, and undertake site visits to assess progress. Take the Commercial Lead role on major technical infrastructure projects, liaising with key stakeholders. Manage sub-contractor and client relationships, ensuring efficient project delivery. Develop cost templates, monitor cost movements, and update estimating templates. Collaborate with the Head of Commercial to implement process improvements. Ideal Candidate: Proven experience in managing commercial operations, particularly within the construction industry (essential). In-depth knowledge of NEC4 contracts and commercial management practices. Strong leadership abilities and experience managing a team. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the gravitas to engage with clients confidently. A proactive approach to managing risks and identifying opportunities for improvement. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to multitask effectively. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a company that prides itself on delivering excellence in all that they do. The successful candidate will report directly to the Head of Commercial and will be seen as a key member of the team - their right-hand person!. If you have a commercial mindset and enjoy managing large-scale technical construction projects, while making a real impact within a dynamic team, we want to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your commercial management career! Please note: Unfortunately only candidates with prior experience in commercial construction management and NEC4 contracts will be considered. This role will be office based with occasional site visits and meetings at various sites - this is not a WFH role. To ensure that your application receives the fullest possible attention, it is essential that you consider carefully the role that you are applying for, please ensure that your CV contains all relevant information about yourself in relation to the specific role advertised. This is important as in the present economic climate, we are receiving huge amounts of applications and thus it will help your application if your CV and covering letter state all relevant information clearly. Due to this unprecedented increase in applications, we are unfortunately unable to respond to each application personally (which would normally be our preferred method of communication). Hence, if you do not hear from us within one week, we regret you must conclude on this occasion your application for this role has been unsuccessful, we will, however, keep your details for any future opportunities that we may deem you suitable for. As a Recruitment Consultancy you will be required to attend a "virtual meeting" with one of our Consultants prior to your details being submitted to our Clients. Taylor Made Recruitment Services are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all areas of society.
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
Senior Commercial Manager (Construction) Location: Gloucestershire Salary: Competitive + Benefits Are you ready to take on an exciting leadership opportunity with an SME that boasts a huge industry presence? If you are an experienced Senior Commercial Manager with a passion for driving success, this could be the perfect next step in your career. Working as part of a close-knit team of 8, including Buyers, Quantity Surveyors, and Commercial Leads, you will lead a team of 5 direct reports, all with substantial commercial management experience and a background in the commercial construction industry. This is a hands-on role, and the successful candidate must have experience in managing complex, large commercial projects, along with a thorough understanding of NEC4 contracts. Key Responsibilities: Manage costs and risks on critical projects to ensure compliance with NEC4 contract requirements. Lead and motivate a team of Quantity Surveyors and Buyers, fostering development and optimising performance. Review tenders, manage variations, and ensure strict contract compliance. Monitor project costs, oversee payment processes, and undertake site visits to assess progress. Take the Commercial Lead role on major technical infrastructure projects, liaising with key stakeholders. Manage sub-contractor and client relationships, ensuring efficient project delivery. Develop cost templates, monitor cost movements, and update estimating templates. Collaborate with the Head of Commercial to implement process improvements. Ideal Candidate: Proven experience in managing commercial operations, particularly within the construction industry (essential). In-depth knowledge of NEC4 contracts and commercial management practices. Strong leadership abilities and experience managing a team. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the gravitas to engage with clients confidently. A proactive approach to managing risks and identifying opportunities for improvement. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to multitask effectively. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a company that prides itself on delivering excellence in all that they do. The successful candidate will report directly to the Head of Commercial and will be seen as a key member of the team - their right-hand person!. If you have a commercial mindset and enjoy managing large-scale technical construction projects, while making a real impact within a dynamic team, we want to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your commercial management career! Please note: Unfortunately only candidates with prior experience in commercial construction management and NEC4 contracts will be considered. This role will be office based with occasional site visits and meetings at various sites - this is not a WFH role. To ensure that your application receives the fullest possible attention, it is essential that you consider carefully the role that you are applying for, please ensure that your CV contains all relevant information about yourself in relation to the specific role advertised. This is important as in the present economic climate, we are receiving huge amounts of applications and thus it will help your application if your CV and covering letter state all relevant information clearly. Due to this unprecedented increase in applications, we are unfortunately unable to respond to each application personally (which would normally be our preferred method of communication). Hence, if you do not hear from us within one week, we regret you must conclude on this occasion your application for this role has been unsuccessful, we will, however, keep your details for any future opportunities that we may deem you suitable for. As a Recruitment Consultancy you will be required to attend a "virtual meeting" with one of our Consultants prior to your details being submitted to our Clients. Taylor Made Recruitment Services are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all areas of society.
GBR Recruitment Ltd are proudly recruiting exclusively for a leading steels construction & civils business based in Leicestershire for an experienced Senior Buyer or an experienced long standing Buyer with strong longevity in other buying roles seeking that next step up in their buying career. Fantastic reputable & well established steels construction & civils business working with tier 1 contractors on a sub-contract basis as well as taking on their own projects UK wide. If you are a buying, procurement or purchasing professional that wants to work in an SME size business turning over c.£15M where you will be hands on & supporting a small team then this is the role for you, a role where you can get into the thick of things. Duties: Hands on purchasing within civils, steel, lifting, stores and electrical departments. Data analysis skills for cost control and taking part in commercial strategy planning. Relationship building and negotiation skills for supporting operational delivery in a highly changeable environment. Experience operating in an accredited supplier and subcontractor-controlled process and management system, for example ISO9001. Reduce costs and manage commercial risks and exposure. Secure reliable suppliers and maintain good relationships. Work cross functionally to bring efficient buying methods to all departments on products, materials, and services. Purchasing responsibility to include identifying, vetting, negotiating, and managing nationwide suppliers. Maintain a Preferred Supplier List including Schedule of Rates for the Commercial and Build teams to work from. Effective Cost control, responsible for regularly review pricing including annual rate increases, own invoice queries and challenge overcharges. Proactively implement any cost saving initiatives. Developing & maintaining strong supplier relationships, as well as carrying out performance reviews and contractual negotiations. Operational control including managing on/off-hire logs, communicate to commercial any cost creep from extended hire. Effective contract management ensuring all supplier terms are aligned with contractual and financial requirements including training, accreditations and insurance. Set SLAs, allocate risk and follow company onboarding and renewal process within the management system. Cross-functional integration with the commercial department, working closely with the commercial teams during tender bids development and with operational teams on day-to-day delivery. Work with service delivery and back office or stores teams. Ensure that materials and services are bought on time and to the required specification requested from the PM/BMs. Attributes: Vast experience as a construction / civils sector buyer, senior buyer, procurement manager, purchasing manager or similar role carrying out comparable buying duties / tasks. Experience within a construction / civils background, ideally with steels knowledge & experience too. Must be prepared to work 5 days in the Leicestershire office. This buying role could suit someone working as a Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Assistant, Sourcing Manager, Product Category Manager, Procurement Specialist, Category Buyer, Senior Buyer, Buyer, Procurement Assistant, Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager or similar with comparable responsibilities. Commutable from Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire & parts of the West Midlands. Interviews to take place in April. Apply today!
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
GBR Recruitment Ltd are proudly recruiting exclusively for a leading steels construction & civils business based in Leicestershire for an experienced Senior Buyer or an experienced long standing Buyer with strong longevity in other buying roles seeking that next step up in their buying career. Fantastic reputable & well established steels construction & civils business working with tier 1 contractors on a sub-contract basis as well as taking on their own projects UK wide. If you are a buying, procurement or purchasing professional that wants to work in an SME size business turning over c.£15M where you will be hands on & supporting a small team then this is the role for you, a role where you can get into the thick of things. Duties: Hands on purchasing within civils, steel, lifting, stores and electrical departments. Data analysis skills for cost control and taking part in commercial strategy planning. Relationship building and negotiation skills for supporting operational delivery in a highly changeable environment. Experience operating in an accredited supplier and subcontractor-controlled process and management system, for example ISO9001. Reduce costs and manage commercial risks and exposure. Secure reliable suppliers and maintain good relationships. Work cross functionally to bring efficient buying methods to all departments on products, materials, and services. Purchasing responsibility to include identifying, vetting, negotiating, and managing nationwide suppliers. Maintain a Preferred Supplier List including Schedule of Rates for the Commercial and Build teams to work from. Effective Cost control, responsible for regularly review pricing including annual rate increases, own invoice queries and challenge overcharges. Proactively implement any cost saving initiatives. Developing & maintaining strong supplier relationships, as well as carrying out performance reviews and contractual negotiations. Operational control including managing on/off-hire logs, communicate to commercial any cost creep from extended hire. Effective contract management ensuring all supplier terms are aligned with contractual and financial requirements including training, accreditations and insurance. Set SLAs, allocate risk and follow company onboarding and renewal process within the management system. Cross-functional integration with the commercial department, working closely with the commercial teams during tender bids development and with operational teams on day-to-day delivery. Work with service delivery and back office or stores teams. Ensure that materials and services are bought on time and to the required specification requested from the PM/BMs. Attributes: Vast experience as a construction / civils sector buyer, senior buyer, procurement manager, purchasing manager or similar role carrying out comparable buying duties / tasks. Experience within a construction / civils background, ideally with steels knowledge & experience too. Must be prepared to work 5 days in the Leicestershire office. This buying role could suit someone working as a Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Assistant, Sourcing Manager, Product Category Manager, Procurement Specialist, Category Buyer, Senior Buyer, Buyer, Procurement Assistant, Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager or similar with comparable responsibilities. Commutable from Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire & parts of the West Midlands. Interviews to take place in April. Apply today!
GBR Recruitment Ltd are proudly recruiting exclusively for a leading steels construction & civils business based in Leicestershire for an experienced Senior Buyer or an experienced long standing Buyer with strong longevity in other buying roles seeking that next step up in their buying career. Fantastic reputable & well established steels construction & civils business working with tier 1 contractors on a sub-contract basis as well as taking on their own projects UK wide. If you are a buying, procurement or purchasing professional that wants to work in an SME size business turning over c.£15M where you will be hands on & supporting a small team then this is the role for you, a role where you can get into the thick of things. Duties: Hands on purchasing within civils, steel, lifting, stores and electrical departments. Data analysis skills for cost control and taking part in commercial strategy planning. Relationship building and negotiation skills for supporting operational delivery in a highly changeable environment. Experience operating in an accredited supplier and subcontractor-controlled process and management system, for example ISO9001. Reduce costs and manage commercial risks and exposure. Secure reliable suppliers and maintain good relationships. Work cross functionally to bring efficient buying methods to all departments on products, materials, and services. Purchasing responsibility to include identifying, vetting, negotiating, and managing nationwide suppliers. Maintain a Preferred Supplier List including Schedule of Rates for the Commercial and Build teams to work from. Effective Cost control, responsible for regularly review pricing including annual rate increases, own invoice queries and challenge overcharges. Proactively implement any cost saving initiatives. Developing & maintaining strong supplier relationships, as well as carrying out performance reviews and contractual negotiations. Operational control including managing on/off-hire logs, communicate to commercial any cost creep from extended hire. Effective contract management ensuring all supplier terms are aligned with contractual and financial requirements including training, accreditations and insurance. Set SLAs, allocate risk and follow company onboarding and renewal process within the management system. Cross-functional integration with the commercial department, working closely with the commercial teams during tender bids development and with operational teams on day-to-day delivery. Work with service delivery and back office or stores teams. Ensure that materials and services are bought on time and to the required specification requested from the PM/BMs. Attributes: Vast experience as a construction / civils sector buyer, senior buyer, procurement manager, purchasing manager or similar role carrying out comparable buying duties / tasks. Experience within a construction / civils background, ideally with steels knowledge & experience too. Must be prepared to work 5 days in the Leicestershire office. This buying role could suit someone working as a Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Assistant, Sourcing Manager, Product Category Manager, Procurement Specialist, Category Buyer, Senior Buyer, Buyer, Procurement Assistant, Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager or similar with comparable responsibilities. Commutable from Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire & parts of the West Midlands. Interviews to take place in April. Apply today!
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
GBR Recruitment Ltd are proudly recruiting exclusively for a leading steels construction & civils business based in Leicestershire for an experienced Senior Buyer or an experienced long standing Buyer with strong longevity in other buying roles seeking that next step up in their buying career. Fantastic reputable & well established steels construction & civils business working with tier 1 contractors on a sub-contract basis as well as taking on their own projects UK wide. If you are a buying, procurement or purchasing professional that wants to work in an SME size business turning over c.£15M where you will be hands on & supporting a small team then this is the role for you, a role where you can get into the thick of things. Duties: Hands on purchasing within civils, steel, lifting, stores and electrical departments. Data analysis skills for cost control and taking part in commercial strategy planning. Relationship building and negotiation skills for supporting operational delivery in a highly changeable environment. Experience operating in an accredited supplier and subcontractor-controlled process and management system, for example ISO9001. Reduce costs and manage commercial risks and exposure. Secure reliable suppliers and maintain good relationships. Work cross functionally to bring efficient buying methods to all departments on products, materials, and services. Purchasing responsibility to include identifying, vetting, negotiating, and managing nationwide suppliers. Maintain a Preferred Supplier List including Schedule of Rates for the Commercial and Build teams to work from. Effective Cost control, responsible for regularly review pricing including annual rate increases, own invoice queries and challenge overcharges. Proactively implement any cost saving initiatives. Developing & maintaining strong supplier relationships, as well as carrying out performance reviews and contractual negotiations. Operational control including managing on/off-hire logs, communicate to commercial any cost creep from extended hire. Effective contract management ensuring all supplier terms are aligned with contractual and financial requirements including training, accreditations and insurance. Set SLAs, allocate risk and follow company onboarding and renewal process within the management system. Cross-functional integration with the commercial department, working closely with the commercial teams during tender bids development and with operational teams on day-to-day delivery. Work with service delivery and back office or stores teams. Ensure that materials and services are bought on time and to the required specification requested from the PM/BMs. Attributes: Vast experience as a construction / civils sector buyer, senior buyer, procurement manager, purchasing manager or similar role carrying out comparable buying duties / tasks. Experience within a construction / civils background, ideally with steels knowledge & experience too. Must be prepared to work 5 days in the Leicestershire office. This buying role could suit someone working as a Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Assistant, Sourcing Manager, Product Category Manager, Procurement Specialist, Category Buyer, Senior Buyer, Buyer, Procurement Assistant, Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager or similar with comparable responsibilities. Commutable from Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire & parts of the West Midlands. Interviews to take place in April. Apply today!
Strong experience in heavy civil engineering subcontract procurement is essential. A well established civil engineering contractor, is looking to appoint a Senior Buyer to join their procurement team in the South West. This role supports major projects in and around Devon, with access to an office base in Exeter. This role is focused on major civil engineering subcontract packages. Role - Senior Buyer (Subcontract) Type - Permanent Location - Devon (Plymouth / Exeter) Salary - £55,000 - £65,000 + benefits Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to): Preparing bid lists and carrying out subcontractor due diligence Developing procurement strategies with project and commercial teams Managing tender schedules for major subcontract packages Issuing enquiries, reviewing returns and completing value analysis Leading negotiations, supplier meetings and recommending awards Ensuring governance, documentation and procurement controls Supporting project teams with subcontractor performance and issues Onboarding subcontractors Maintaining document control and supporting framework agreements Representing the business at client and supplier events when required Essential experience required: Proven background in civil engineering subcontract procurement Experience on heavy civils projects (RC, structures, major packages, drainage) Ability to pass BPSS / SC security clearance To apply for this Senior Buyer / Subcontract Buyer / Civil Engineering Buyer / Procurement Specialist role, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
Strong experience in heavy civil engineering subcontract procurement is essential. A well established civil engineering contractor, is looking to appoint a Senior Buyer to join their procurement team in the South West. This role supports major projects in and around Devon, with access to an office base in Exeter. This role is focused on major civil engineering subcontract packages. Role - Senior Buyer (Subcontract) Type - Permanent Location - Devon (Plymouth / Exeter) Salary - £55,000 - £65,000 + benefits Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to): Preparing bid lists and carrying out subcontractor due diligence Developing procurement strategies with project and commercial teams Managing tender schedules for major subcontract packages Issuing enquiries, reviewing returns and completing value analysis Leading negotiations, supplier meetings and recommending awards Ensuring governance, documentation and procurement controls Supporting project teams with subcontractor performance and issues Onboarding subcontractors Maintaining document control and supporting framework agreements Representing the business at client and supplier events when required Essential experience required: Proven background in civil engineering subcontract procurement Experience on heavy civils projects (RC, structures, major packages, drainage) Ability to pass BPSS / SC security clearance To apply for this Senior Buyer / Subcontract Buyer / Civil Engineering Buyer / Procurement Specialist role, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a growing company within the construction industry for a Buyer to join their procurement team based in Stevenage. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with buying experience within construction or building services who is looking to develop their career in a fast-paced, project-driven environment. Job title: Buyer Location: Stevenage Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience) Contract: Full-time, Permanent Reporting to the Head of Procurement, the successful candidate will support the delivery of procurement activities across mechanical and electrical projects, ensuring materials and services are sourced efficiently and cost-effectively. This is a hands-on role with increasing responsibility, offering the opportunity to take ownership of your own workload while collaborating closely with an experienced team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Raising purchase orders and managing day-to-day requisitions for live sites Procuring materials, plant, and subcontract services in line with project requirements Obtaining and analysing supplier quotations to ensure best value Supporting larger procurement activities alongside senior team members Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships Working closely with project managers, engineers and commercial teams Monitoring market trends and supplier performance What we are looking for: Proven experience as a buyer, or similar level Background within construction, or a relevant supply chain environment (electrical buying experience highly desirable) Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage your own workload Commercially aware with good negotiation skills Confident communicator and team player, with the ability to work independently Proficient in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply or get in touch for more information. Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a growing company within the construction industry for a Buyer to join their procurement team based in Stevenage. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with buying experience within construction or building services who is looking to develop their career in a fast-paced, project-driven environment. Job title: Buyer Location: Stevenage Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience) Contract: Full-time, Permanent Reporting to the Head of Procurement, the successful candidate will support the delivery of procurement activities across mechanical and electrical projects, ensuring materials and services are sourced efficiently and cost-effectively. This is a hands-on role with increasing responsibility, offering the opportunity to take ownership of your own workload while collaborating closely with an experienced team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Raising purchase orders and managing day-to-day requisitions for live sites Procuring materials, plant, and subcontract services in line with project requirements Obtaining and analysing supplier quotations to ensure best value Supporting larger procurement activities alongside senior team members Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships Working closely with project managers, engineers and commercial teams Monitoring market trends and supplier performance What we are looking for: Proven experience as a buyer, or similar level Background within construction, or a relevant supply chain environment (electrical buying experience highly desirable) Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage your own workload Commercially aware with good negotiation skills Confident communicator and team player, with the ability to work independently Proficient in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply or get in touch for more information. Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Delivering strategic procurement to deliver cost and efficiency gains across a portfolio of goods and services to support a manufacturing business. Client Details Global Manufacturer with a solid track record of delivery into a range of industries. Our client has a solid and sustainable order book, this role offers great exposure in the business to an ambitious Strategic Buyer seeking an opportunity to lead from the front in delivering cost and efficiency's. Description This opportunity for and Indirect Buyer seeking an opportunity to further develop and work with a great deal of autonomy to bring your procurement expertise to develop and deliver strategy for a global manufacturing organisation. The Strategic Buyer (Indirect) role offers great exposure to senior business stakeholders and suppliers you will be instrumental in delivering cost and efficiency gains across an indirect goods and services portfolio including FM, Cleaning, Waste and Security in addition you will supporting multiple CAPEX projects of work. Responsibilities include: Manage Procurement spend for assigned commodities, source and purchase goods and services to meet operational and business needs, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality. Actively seek new sources of supply to meet existing and future requirements Act as a commodity lead for assigned group contracts collaborating with other procurement teams Be the commercial subject matter expert for the local management team and attend reviews to provide advice and support to facilitate tactical and strategic decisions. Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships, track performance, and resolve any delivery or service issues Lead the procurement of indirect goods and facility services and negotiate contracts Support capital equipment purchases Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company compliance Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements to enhance the procurement function Profile To be a successful Strategic Buyer you will be able to evidence your track record of delivering cost and/or efficiency's and should have: Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management for goods/services/works Ideally exposure to CAPEX Programmes of work Great communication skills Negotiation skills and experience of supplier contracts Knowledge of procurement systems and processes. Ability to build and maintain supplier relationships effectively. Attention to detail and a commitment to quality assurance. Proficiency with relevant software and data analysis tools. Job Offer A competitive salary Opportunities for sponsorship for qualifications to support your professional development e.g. CIPS/Contract Law Comprehensive benefits package to enhance your work-life balance. Opportunities for career growth within the procurement and supply chain department. Opportunity in a business with a sustainable client base If this Strategic Buyer role in the industrial and manufacturing industry sounds like the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply today! Please note due to enhanced security protocols only candidates with full unrestricted UK Residency to be considered for this role
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Delivering strategic procurement to deliver cost and efficiency gains across a portfolio of goods and services to support a manufacturing business. Client Details Global Manufacturer with a solid track record of delivery into a range of industries. Our client has a solid and sustainable order book, this role offers great exposure in the business to an ambitious Strategic Buyer seeking an opportunity to lead from the front in delivering cost and efficiency's. Description This opportunity for and Indirect Buyer seeking an opportunity to further develop and work with a great deal of autonomy to bring your procurement expertise to develop and deliver strategy for a global manufacturing organisation. The Strategic Buyer (Indirect) role offers great exposure to senior business stakeholders and suppliers you will be instrumental in delivering cost and efficiency gains across an indirect goods and services portfolio including FM, Cleaning, Waste and Security in addition you will supporting multiple CAPEX projects of work. Responsibilities include: Manage Procurement spend for assigned commodities, source and purchase goods and services to meet operational and business needs, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality. Actively seek new sources of supply to meet existing and future requirements Act as a commodity lead for assigned group contracts collaborating with other procurement teams Be the commercial subject matter expert for the local management team and attend reviews to provide advice and support to facilitate tactical and strategic decisions. Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships, track performance, and resolve any delivery or service issues Lead the procurement of indirect goods and facility services and negotiate contracts Support capital equipment purchases Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company compliance Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements to enhance the procurement function Profile To be a successful Strategic Buyer you will be able to evidence your track record of delivering cost and/or efficiency's and should have: Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management for goods/services/works Ideally exposure to CAPEX Programmes of work Great communication skills Negotiation skills and experience of supplier contracts Knowledge of procurement systems and processes. Ability to build and maintain supplier relationships effectively. Attention to detail and a commitment to quality assurance. Proficiency with relevant software and data analysis tools. Job Offer A competitive salary Opportunities for sponsorship for qualifications to support your professional development e.g. CIPS/Contract Law Comprehensive benefits package to enhance your work-life balance. Opportunities for career growth within the procurement and supply chain department. Opportunity in a business with a sustainable client base If this Strategic Buyer role in the industrial and manufacturing industry sounds like the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply today! Please note due to enhanced security protocols only candidates with full unrestricted UK Residency to be considered for this role
Role: Area Sales Manager Sector: Insulation Manufacturer Region: East Midlands Package: Salary 50,000 - 55,000 (dependent upon experience) +bonus, company vehicle, pension, life assurance etc. We are looking to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic Area Sales Manager from within the insulation / drylining sector. Working for the UKs leading insulation manufacturers, the successful Area Sales Manager will be selling a full range of structural insulation products into the Main and SubContractor market, as well as into the distribution / merchant sector across the East Midlands region; building relationships with people across all levels including senior buyers from within the larger contractors. This is a very busy role and as such requires an Area Sales Manager specifically from the construction supply sector - be it working for a manufacturer, or a distributor with experience of navigating contractor accounts. In return you will receive a very generous renumeration package. Do you have experience selling into the Contractor / Construction Market? Do you have experience selling insulation materials, cladding, facades, facade systems, roofing? The person: Experienced in new business development Experienced in cold calling within market and geographic area to ensure a robust pipeline of opportunities Ability to grow, maintain and leverage your network of contacts Ability to identify potential clients and the appropriate decision makers Ability to research and build relationships with new clients Plan approaches and pitches to develop proposals that speaks to the client's needs, concerns and objectives Participate in pricing Ability to handle objections by clarifying, emphasising and working through differences to a positive conclusion The ability to persuade or negotiate appropriately Self-motivated and target driven Disciplined and able to organise a busy schedule effectively Focussed and persistent with a will to win Relationship builder who is able to work effectively with colleagues to deliver excellent customer service For further information on this Area Sales Manager role please apply online and we'll be in touch to discuss further. INDS
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Role: Area Sales Manager Sector: Insulation Manufacturer Region: East Midlands Package: Salary 50,000 - 55,000 (dependent upon experience) +bonus, company vehicle, pension, life assurance etc. We are looking to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic Area Sales Manager from within the insulation / drylining sector. Working for the UKs leading insulation manufacturers, the successful Area Sales Manager will be selling a full range of structural insulation products into the Main and SubContractor market, as well as into the distribution / merchant sector across the East Midlands region; building relationships with people across all levels including senior buyers from within the larger contractors. This is a very busy role and as such requires an Area Sales Manager specifically from the construction supply sector - be it working for a manufacturer, or a distributor with experience of navigating contractor accounts. In return you will receive a very generous renumeration package. Do you have experience selling into the Contractor / Construction Market? Do you have experience selling insulation materials, cladding, facades, facade systems, roofing? The person: Experienced in new business development Experienced in cold calling within market and geographic area to ensure a robust pipeline of opportunities Ability to grow, maintain and leverage your network of contacts Ability to identify potential clients and the appropriate decision makers Ability to research and build relationships with new clients Plan approaches and pitches to develop proposals that speaks to the client's needs, concerns and objectives Participate in pricing Ability to handle objections by clarifying, emphasising and working through differences to a positive conclusion The ability to persuade or negotiate appropriately Self-motivated and target driven Disciplined and able to organise a busy schedule effectively Focussed and persistent with a will to win Relationship builder who is able to work effectively with colleagues to deliver excellent customer service For further information on this Area Sales Manager role please apply online and we'll be in touch to discuss further. INDS
The Company This business is the UK's leading manufacturer in their field. Their long-standing base of customers includes some of the world's largest retailers. They also manufacture and pack many internationally recognised brands. They have been expanding rapidly and have an exciting opportunity within their management team based in their modern, purpose-built facility. You will be joining a leading business, with continued exciting growth taking place year on year. Senior Sourcing Manager Salary, Hours, and Benefits £50,000 Hybrid working 37.5 hours per week, Monday Friday (with flexibility on start and finish times) Company performance bonus Bupa cover Commutable From: Derby, Swadlincote, Birmingham, Leicester, Nottingham, Lichfield Senior Sourcing Manager Role Overview The Senior Sourcing Manager will report to the Head of Procurement; you will be responsible for the provision of an effective and efficient Procurement Service to business stakeholders for the assigned categories. This will include execution of strategic sourcing using market research and cost analysis to identify and contract with best fit suppliers, and their ongoing supplier management, to ensure supply assurance of materials and services meeting quality standards and specifications. Senior Sourcing Manager Candidate Requirements You will have proven strategic procurement experience, as opposed to transactional / reactive only experience. Previous experience of packaging procurement would be highly advantageous. Useful experience would include Retail, FMCG or similar industries. Proven experience working in Procurement or Sourcing roles (Buyer, Category Manager, Sourcing Specialist / Manager or similar). Must have the ability to deliver results in a dynamic, fast paced environment - able to work effectively with minimal information at times. Supplier sourcing and negotiation of the contract experience is essential. Experienced user of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel (VLookup, Pivots tables etc). Ability to structure and analyse data to identify opportunities, risks etc. MCIPS Level 6 would be desirable, but this is not essential, experience is the key. Senior Sourcing Manager Key Responsibilities (but not limited to) Internal customer engagement to understand business needs and expected outcomes. Spend analysis of assigned categories to identify sourcing and/or negotiation opportunities and to deliver Supplier Segmentation classification. Develop and deliver the annual strategic sourcing plan, and benefits initiatives, including required stakeholder management. New Source or annual Negotiation planning and sign off according to requirements of Supplier Segmentation and delegated authorities Subsequent execution to capture outcomes in appropriate formal documents including contracts, SLA s, price books and any other appropriate schedules. Subsequent execution to capture outcomes in appropriate formal documents including contracts, SLA s price books and any other appropriate schedule. Cost Standards setting in support of budgeting and materials price variance (MPV) analysis. Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK. Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totally FREE service to all our Candidates. If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me or APPLY and I will be in touch. Should you want to learn more about any of our MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION vacancies, or should you just want to discuss your particular needs, then please do not hesitate to contact me to have an informal, confidential chat. Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing & Production Recruitment Support since 1994
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
The Company This business is the UK's leading manufacturer in their field. Their long-standing base of customers includes some of the world's largest retailers. They also manufacture and pack many internationally recognised brands. They have been expanding rapidly and have an exciting opportunity within their management team based in their modern, purpose-built facility. You will be joining a leading business, with continued exciting growth taking place year on year. Senior Sourcing Manager Salary, Hours, and Benefits £50,000 Hybrid working 37.5 hours per week, Monday Friday (with flexibility on start and finish times) Company performance bonus Bupa cover Commutable From: Derby, Swadlincote, Birmingham, Leicester, Nottingham, Lichfield Senior Sourcing Manager Role Overview The Senior Sourcing Manager will report to the Head of Procurement; you will be responsible for the provision of an effective and efficient Procurement Service to business stakeholders for the assigned categories. This will include execution of strategic sourcing using market research and cost analysis to identify and contract with best fit suppliers, and their ongoing supplier management, to ensure supply assurance of materials and services meeting quality standards and specifications. Senior Sourcing Manager Candidate Requirements You will have proven strategic procurement experience, as opposed to transactional / reactive only experience. Previous experience of packaging procurement would be highly advantageous. Useful experience would include Retail, FMCG or similar industries. Proven experience working in Procurement or Sourcing roles (Buyer, Category Manager, Sourcing Specialist / Manager or similar). Must have the ability to deliver results in a dynamic, fast paced environment - able to work effectively with minimal information at times. Supplier sourcing and negotiation of the contract experience is essential. Experienced user of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel (VLookup, Pivots tables etc). Ability to structure and analyse data to identify opportunities, risks etc. MCIPS Level 6 would be desirable, but this is not essential, experience is the key. Senior Sourcing Manager Key Responsibilities (but not limited to) Internal customer engagement to understand business needs and expected outcomes. Spend analysis of assigned categories to identify sourcing and/or negotiation opportunities and to deliver Supplier Segmentation classification. Develop and deliver the annual strategic sourcing plan, and benefits initiatives, including required stakeholder management. New Source or annual Negotiation planning and sign off according to requirements of Supplier Segmentation and delegated authorities Subsequent execution to capture outcomes in appropriate formal documents including contracts, SLA s, price books and any other appropriate schedules. Subsequent execution to capture outcomes in appropriate formal documents including contracts, SLA s price books and any other appropriate schedule. Cost Standards setting in support of budgeting and materials price variance (MPV) analysis. Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK. Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totally FREE service to all our Candidates. If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me or APPLY and I will be in touch. Should you want to learn more about any of our MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION vacancies, or should you just want to discuss your particular needs, then please do not hesitate to contact me to have an informal, confidential chat. Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing & Production Recruitment Support since 1994
