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Do you enjoy being out in the field, walking crops, talking to growers, and making real decisions that impact yield and quality? I'm working with a leading grower group to find an Agronomist who will become the trusted advisor across a network of farms - helping deliver top-quality crops while driving sustainable, forward-thinking farming practices. This is a brilliant role if you like variety, autonomy, and being right at the centre of the action from planting through to harvest. The Role You'll act as the first point of contact for a group of growers, working closely with them throughout the season to ensure crops are established, managed and harvested to the highest possible standards. This isn't just about recommending sprays - it's about understanding the full picture: soil, timing, logistics, market demands and long-term sustainability. What You'll Be Doing You'll be out on farm regularly, building relationships and supporting growers with practical, hands-on agronomy: Walking crops weekly and advising on nutrition, pest and disease control, and husbandrySupporting growers with soil preparation, establishment and crop performanceHelping plan drilling and harvest schedules alongside the wider teamWorking closely with seed and crop protection companies to stay ahead of new developmentsSupporting variety trials and improving growing systems But it doesn't stop there - you'll also be heavily involved in the bigger picture: Coordinating communication across growers, harvest teams and the supply chainProviding crop forecasts and harvest predictions for customersSupporting product availability planning and quality expectationsAssisting with crop costings, benchmarking and grower performanceContributing to continuous improvement across the grower base Who This Would Suit You'll likely be: An Agronomist (or working towards it) with a strong understanding of fresh produce cropsSomeone who enjoys building relationships and being a trusted advisorOrganised, proactive and comfortable managing your own scheduleHappy spending long days out in the field during peak seasonA clear communicator who can work across growers, customers and internal teams You don't need to know everything - but you do need curiosity, energy, and a genuine interest in improving how crops are grown. What's On Offer Competitive salary (depending on experience)Company vehicle30 days holiday (including bank holidays)Pension schemeMedical insuranceOpportunities for training, development and attending industry eventsExposure to innovation, trials and wider supply chain decision-making The Details Field-based role covering a wide grower network (significant travel required within Scotland)Seasonal peaks (this is farming, after all) but hugely rewarding If you're looking for a role where you can combine technical knowledge, people skills and real on-farm impact, this is a fantastic opportunity. Interested? For an informal chat, please call Emily on or email .

Workforce Planner Location: Warwick / Wokingham / Glasgow (Hybrid, 1 day in the office per week) Contract Length: 3 Months Are you ready to make a significant impact in the utilities sector? We are seeking a passionate and skilled Workforce Planner to be an integral part of a transformative reform programme! This role is perfect for someone who thrives on data-driven decision-making and is eager to help shape the future of our organization. Why This Role Matters: As a Workforce Planner, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring that we have the right people, in the right roles, at the right time. You will lead the way in forecasting and analyzing workforce demand, FTE requirements, and resource constraints across critical pathways. Your work will ensure realistic delivery planning and effective risk identification, all while collaborating with dynamic teams! Key Responsibilities: Develop short, medium, and long-term FTE forecasts based on programme scope, operational SLAs, and workload volumes. Conduct in-depth workforce analysis following recognized models (e.g., OPM Workforce Planning stages). Build scenario models that consider delivery risks and operational performance. Maintain a comprehensive workforce plan covering all resource types-permanent, contractor, partner, and matrixed. Support prioritization of critical resources and identify bottlenecks affecting milestone achievement. Collaborate with Delivery Leads to ensure alignment with programme strategy and budget. Monitor workload distribution, utilization, and performance metrics (e.g., SLA adherence). Provide insightful weekly/monthly workforce dashboards with clear recommendations. Track variances to plan, highlighting root causes and proposing mitigations. Work closely with the Programme PMO and functional leads to unify workforce data. About You: We're searching for someone with a blend of knowledge, experience, and technical know-how to help us forge ahead. If you possess the following, we want to hear from you! Knowledge & Experience: Proven experience in workforce planning, resource modelling, operational forecasting, or programme planning. Strong analytical skills with a knack for interpreting complex datasets and workload drivers. Experience in large, multi-discipline programmes or operational environments with complex stakeholder landscapes. Familiarity with workforce planning methodologies (forecasting models, skills gap analysis, demand modelling). Proficiency in workforce management, analytics, or planning tools (Excel, PowerBI). Technical Skills: Expertise in spreadsheet modelling, resource modelling, scenario planning, and demand/supply reconciliation. Ability to analyze performance data, SLAs, KPIs, backlog profiles, and throughput metrics. Understanding of labour market factors, capacity modelling, and operational delivery frameworks. Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communicator who can simplify complex analyses for non-technical audiences. Strong stakeholder management and facilitation skills. Able to challenge constructively and influence with evidence-based insights. Why Join Us? We're on an exciting journey of transformation, and we need visionary minds like yours to help lead the way! You'll have the opportunity to make a real difference and help build a sustainable operating model for reform. If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to our mission, we can't wait to hear from you! Apply now and help us shape the future of our workforce planning! Apply Now! We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Head of Warehousing & Logistics Essex | Full-time | Permanent Salary: £70,000 + Benefits At Pure Resourcing Solutions, we are proud to be working in partnership with a well-established, high-volume, customer-facing organisation to appoint a Head of Warehousing & Logistics. This is a pivotal senior leadership role, offering the opportunity to take full ownership of a complex, multi-site warehousing and logistics function within a fast-paced, performance-led environment. This appointment will suit an experienced operational leader who thrives on accountability and enjoys driving operational excellence through people, process, and performance. The Opportunity Reporting into the senior leadership team, you will hold end-to-end responsibility for warehousing and logistics operations across both on-site and third-party locations. With full accountability for safety, service, cost, and capability, you will play a key role in shaping operational strategy while ensuring exceptional day-to-day execution. You'll lead large, diverse teams across inbound, storage, picking, packing, load building, and distribution, embedding a strong safety culture and a relentless focus on service and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic and hands-on leadership across all warehousing and logistics operations Act as a visible Health & Safety role model, embedding best practice and compliance across the network Drive best-in-class service delivery, achieving consistently high OTIF performance Lead, develop, and engage large operational teams within a KPI-driven culture Own labour planning, forecasting, and workforce optimisation to meet fluctuating demand Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, service levels, and unit cost Manage operational budgets and cost centres with strong financial governance and control Develop succession, training, and capability plans to future-proof the operation Monitor daily operational performance, addressing risk and underperformance proactively Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, customers, suppliers, and logistics partners Maintain governance of MHE fleets, consumables, and operational assets About You Proven senior leadership experience within warehousing and logistics operations Experience operating in fast-paced, service-led or customer-facing supply chains A track record of leading large teams in highly operational, KPI-driven environments Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and best practice Commercially astute, with experience managing significant operational budgets A natural leader and communicator, able to influence at all levels Highly resilient, hands-on, and comfortable operating under pressure Analytical and solutions-focused, with a strong eye for detail Why Apply? A senior, high-impact role with genuine influence over operational strategy The opportunity to lead complex, multi-site warehousing and logistics operations A visible leadership position within a stable and well-regarded organisation Competitive salary and benefits package

L ooking to take ownership in a role where your decisions genuinely impact operations, cost efficiency and supplier performance? We have an exciting opportunity to join our client, an established and growing B2B organisation who are a leader in their industry. They are looking for a Senior Buyer to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a commercially focused role where you will play a key part in driving supplier performance, managing stock effectively, and supporting a high-performing supply chain function. As a Senior Buyer, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities and working with internal teams and global suppliers to keep operations running smoothly while identifying opportunities for improvement. Benefits for a Senior Buyer: 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays + birthday off EAP Medicash plan after probation Death in service x 2 Free parking onsite Key Responsibilities for a Senior Buyer: Day to day management of the team, reporting into the Head of Procurement Manage purchasing processes from requisition through to delivery Monitor stock levels and order in line with MRP and demand forecasts Source products for customer orders, ensuring competitive pricing and lead times Build and maintain strong relationships with UK and international suppliers Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve cost savings Evaluate supplier performance across cost, quality and delivery Support inventory management and demand planning Identify and implement process improvements Essential Skills for a Senior Buyer: Experience with price negotiation and supplier management Experience sourcing from international suppliers (China, India, Turkey, Europe) would be beneficial Experience managing supplier relationships and contracts Highly organised with strong analytical skills If you feel you can be a good fit for this role, then please apply now!

Leading UK B2C Logistics & Supply Chain organisation require a Business Intelligence Analyst to join their expanding Operations Forecasting & Planning team. You will have responsibility for sourcing, analysing and modelling the Data to create advanced forecasting capabilities across operational demand workloads and national customer support operations. Client Details Leading UK B2C Logistics & Supply Chain organisation Description Key Responsibilities: Forecast modelling on a weekly, daily and hourly level around customer demand planning, which drives the resourcing requirement to meet customer needs. Utilise multiple statistical forecasting methods and apply this to analyse and extract meaningful properties from large and complex data sets using SQL, to enable complex planning assumptions and improve forecast quality. Production of accurate and effective weekly demand forecasts (rolling 0 - 26 weeks) across lines of business ensuring awareness and management of Seasonality factors, Volume driver analysis and Special event forecasting Provide insight and intelligence to enable Operational leads and Resource Planning teams to make informed decisions on resourcing, and performance challenges and optimisation. Producing and maintaining forecast analysis and tracking, and operational performance reporting to identify performance risks, and opportunities. Support the Senior Planning and Forecasting Manager and Head of Planning & Trading with the production of the long term annual and quarterly forecasting and planning processes. Forecasting daily demand requirements, and feeds into the capacity / resourcing models, to achieve KPIs and SLAs as efficiently as possible Share best practice across colleagues in the Forecasting & Planning team, and ops stakeholders. Continuous review of performance, ensuring forecast performance is within acceptable toleration, variations are understood and articulated, and lessons learnt are incorporated into future forecasts. Profile Key Skills & Attributes: Advanced analytical skills using Excel, SQL and Power BI (DAX / Power Query) Forecasting and Planning experience in large scale operations - Field and/ or Contact Centres Experience in building, developing and maintenance Excel forecasting models Ability to use Excel at an advanced level, to design and manage complex forecasting models in a manner that ensure easy audit and transparency Awareness and ability to create, develop models and solutions to support problem solving activities and scenario modelling Strong modelling skills and ability to develop and build from concept through to strategic solution, Demand Planning models and processes Ability to create reports in Power BI, or have knowledge and experience of Tableau and other analytical and reporting solutions Job Offer Opportunity to join a leading UK organisation Opportunity to join a large and collaborative data team

Summary: This key role will play a critical part in bringing technical, long-term water supply-demand strategies to life for the public and our stakeholders. Working closely with the Water Resources team, you will be responsible for the statutory consultation surrounding two of our key statutory plans - the Water Resources Management Plan and Drought Plan. You'll use your engagement skills to transform complex technical information into accessible, transparent, and engaging information for stakeholders, customers, and the media through various different channels. Main responsibilities: Creating and implementing an integrated communications strategy to support delivery of the Drought Plan and Water Resources Management Plan objectives and their input into the Business Plan process. Translating technical information into engaging content for internal and external audiences. Produce Non-Technical summaries required for consultations. Devising and delivering statutory public consultations. Devising, managing and evaluating a programme of events for customers and stakeholders, promotional media, press activity and other communications. Be responsible for organising and attending any workshops, community briefings, presentations, meetings and events in and out of normal office hours to assist with the successful delivery of the communication aspects of both plans. Developing high quality communications collateral including, but not limited to, briefings, press releases, presentations, exhibition materials and social media content. Working with internal stakeholders to agree priorities, key messages and the annual programme of events, meetings and other communications activities. Representing the business and working alongside our partners at Water Resources South East to support regional water resources and drought planning and engagement. Manage a range of suppliers and external parties to deliver the communications and events programme and statutory consultations, such as graphic designers, photographers, videographers and communications agencies. Brief media spokespeople ahead of radio and TV interviews. Answer and respond to media calls during office hours, escalating where appropriate. Help identify, write press releases and manage news stories for South East Water. Update the South East Water website and social media content in particular when promoting news stories or during emergency incidents. Participate in the Communications out-of-hours service on a shared rota basis responding to media enquiries and assisting the management of crisis communications. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Degree-level qualification in a Communications, PR discipline and/or at least three years' relevant experience. A background in an environmental science discipline would be advantageous. Full driving licence. Be adept at pivoting between multiple projects, sometimes with competing needs, to produce appropriate and high-quality communications outputs to deadline. Have a keen eye for detail and competent at drafting accurate customer and stakeholder communications materials required for a project or event, including, but not limited to; developing, managing and evaluating statutory consultations, communications plans and evaluations, briefing notes, statements, press releases, presentations, exhibition materials, translating complex information into non-technical documentation, articles, advertising, website copy, FAQs and social media content such as videos. Able to use a range of digital tools, including but not limited to, social media, email marketing/newsletter, website content management system and public relations management software. Crisis Communications. Experience of communications planning, event management, stakeholder engagement and media relations. Experience of successfully delivering statutory consultations as well as stakeholder engagement within an environmental context would be advantageous. Knowledge of water resources and the water, environmental and/or agricultural industry would be advantageous. Employees are required to be flexible and to be prepared to perform duties and other tasks within their capabilities. The nature of our business is such that the contents of any job profile are subject to change from time to time. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: up to £36,000 p.a. (dependent on experience)

Production Manager Poole £40,000 A global market-leading manufacturing company is seeking an experienced and detail-driven Production Manager to take full ownership of production planning, schedule adherence, and delivery performance at its Poole site. Working closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams, this pivotal role is responsible for translating business demand into a robust and achievable production plan. You ll lead from the front, embedding planning discipline, driving accountability across the production function, and ensuring products are delivered on time and to the highest quality standards. With a strong reputation in their specialist sector and a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this is an excellent opportunity for a Production Manager who thrives on structure, quality, and continuous improvement. You'll benefit from: • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays • Company pension scheme • Early finish Fridays • Supportive working environment • Ongoing development opportunities Key responsibilities: • Own and manage production planning and scheduling in line with sales demand, capacity, and material availability • Lead monthly and weekly production scheduling, resolving constraints ahead of execution • Maintain clear visibility of capacity versus demand, planning up to three months ahead • Drive schedule adherence and minimise disruption through structured planning and governance • Carry out daily and weekly MRP runs for machine builds, sub-assemblies, and spares • Take full accountability for on-time, in-full (OTIF) delivery performance • Create job cards and ensure smooth production flow from sub-build through to final build, test, and packing • Establish daily and weekly production reviews, KPI tracking, and issue resolution forums • Record delivery issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions • Champion a right first time culture and ensure compliance with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and ISO frameworks • Lead continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles Experience required: • Proven experience in a production leadership role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment • Strong background in production planning, scheduling, and capacity management • Track record of delivering against production plans and tight deadlines • Experience leading teams and driving accountability • Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies Skills required: • Highly structured and organised approach • Strong attention to detail with a quality-first mindset • Confident, data-driven decision-making skills • Ability to resolve issues under pressure and manage competing priorities • Clear communication and stakeholder management skills • Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and production planning tools • Experience in an electro-mechanical manufacturing environment would be advantageous This role is ideal for a quality-driven Production Manager looking to play a key role in improving planning discipline, delivery performance, and operational excellence within a growing manufacturing business. Please call Ellie at Rubicon for more information on (phone number removed).

Job Advertisement: HVDC Business Strategy Partner Day Rate: 600 per day Umbrella Duration: 6 months (likely to extend Location : Warwick (Hybrid Working, 2 a month in the office) Start Date: ASAP Are you ready to shape the future of energy? Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking HVDC Business Strategy Partner to join their dynamic team in Warwick. This is your chance to make a significant impact in the energy sector while supporting the transition to Net Zero! Role Purpose As a HVDC Business Strategy Partner, you will play a critical role in developing innovative procurement and supply chain strategies across National Grid's HVDC portfolio. You will act as a trusted advisor, providing data-driven insights and strategic expertise to ensure we stay ahead in an evolving global supply market. Key Responsibilities Strategic Development : Lead the development and continuous improvement of procurement strategies for HVDC equipment and services. Data-Driven Insights : Translate market dynamics and portfolio demand into clear, actionable strategies. Risk Management : Identify and mitigate key risks in the HVDC supply chain, enhancing overall value. Stakeholder Engagement : Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and deliverable strategies. Documentation & Analysis : Prepare high-quality documents and presentations to support strategic decision-making. Team Development : Contribute to building a strategic mindset within a growing team by sharing knowledge and best practices. About You We welcome candidates from various backgrounds, including procurement, engineering, energy, and data analysis. Here's what we're looking for: Strategic Thinker : You thrive at the intersection of data, people, and long-term planning. Proactive Learner : You are curious and driven to understand deliverability issues. Organized and Detail-Oriented : You excel at collecting and analyzing data effectively. Leadership Skills : You have experience mentoring and developing others in a multidisciplinary environment. Excellent Communicator : Your writing and presentation skills allow you to translate complex insights into clear recommendations. Qualifications Relevant degree in economics, management, business, or engineering. Advanced experience in strategy, category management, or supply chain strategy. Experience in project delivery and knowledge of the energy sector is desirable. MCIPS Qualified or working towards MCIPS is a plus. Why Join Us? This is a unique opportunity to influence how our client engages with the HVDC supply chain during a pivotal time for the UK's energy transition. You'll be at the forefront of strategic decision-making, contributing to projects that matter! Positions Titles You Might Consider Category Strategy Manager / Lead Senior Category Manager (Strategy Focus) Procurement Strategy Manager Supply Chain Strategy Manager / Lead Strategic Procurement Manager Ready to make a difference? Apply now and embark on a rewarding career with our client, where your expertise can help drive the energy transition forward! We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Finance Director, Little & Cull Hays are delighted to be exclusively retained by Little & Cull in the search for their new Finance Director. Little & Cull is a leading UK supplier of premium bakery products and prepared dishes, trusted by foodservice operators across the travel, leisure, hospitality and casual dining sectors. Operating across two production sites in Devon and headquartered just off the A38 in Newton Abbot, the business combines chef-led creativity with strong commercial expertise to deliver food that consistently performs in professional kitchens. With a turnover of approximately £25 million, Little & Cull has built a reputation for innovative, high-quality products supported by responsive, knowledgeable and genuinely personal service. Its extensive portfolio is thoughtfully developed in house to meet the evolving needs of its foodservice partners, helping them serve outstanding food with confidence. The company also excels in bespoke product development, working closely with clients to create tailored recipes, formats and flavour profiles that reflect brand identity, operational requirements and emerging trends. Now in its 20th year, Little & Cull continues to demonstrate consistent and sustainable organic growth, testament to its customer focus, culinary expertise and long-standing commitment to great food. Your new role Reporting to the Board, the Finance Director will shape the financial strategy of the business and act as a key commercial partner across Operations, Commercial and Supply Chain. This is a forward-looking, influential leadership role with a focus on strategic insight, commercial performance, investment planning and supporting continued business growth. The Finance Director will hold overarching responsibility for the finance function, leading a team of five. Day-to-day financial reporting and management accounts will be overseen by an experienced Finance Manager, enabling the Finance Director to maintain a broader, more strategic perspective. Strategic Leadership Lead and evolve the financial strategy to support sustainable, profitable growth. Provide clear financial insight, challenge and strategic guidance to the CEO and leadership team. Drive long-term planning, scenario modelling and investment appraisal. Support strategic decision-making across product development, pricing, capex and operational planning. Finance Oversight & Governance Hold overall responsibility for financial governance, risk management and control frameworks. Ensure high-quality financial information, with day-to-day reporting led by the Finance Manager. Oversee statutory accounts, audit processes and regulatory compliance. Commercial & Operational Business Partnering Provide insight on customer profitability, product investment and portfolio growth opportunities. Support system improvements, automation and the strengthening of financial processes. Contribute to strategic projects, including operational efficiency programmes and potential future expansion opportunities. Leadership & Team Development Lead and develop a finance team of five, fostering a culture of accountability, high performance and collaboration. Supporting the ongoing development and oversight of the daily finance function. Build strong cross-functional relationships to ensure finance is seen as a proactive and valued business partner. What you'll need to succeed Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Proven experience as a Finance Director or senior finance leader in light manufacturing, FMCG or ideally food production within a similarly sized organisation. Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to influence and shape business direction. Comfortable operating in a demanding, fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment. Demonstrated ability to lead, develop and motivate teams and partner senior leaders. What you'll get in return A strategic, career-defining role within a respected, high-growth food producer. The opportunity to shape financial strategy and influence long-term business direction. A collaborative, agile working environment where your impact will be visible. Competitive salary, executive package and genuine progression potential.

A senior finance leadership role with genuine breadth, profile and influence. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced local government finance leader to take on a pivotal maternity cover post supporting a major Residents and Housing portfolio. Sitting at the heart of a high-demand, high-visibility service area, this role offers the chance to lead across some of the most important and financially sensitive parts of a council s operation. You will be the senior finance lead for the Housing General Fund, the HRA, and the wider Resident Experience portfolio, with a particularly important focus on Temporary Accommodation, homelessness-related pressures, housing operations and customer-facing services. This is not a role for someone who wants to sit in the background. You will work closely with senior directors, members and heads of service, providing clear strategic advice, robust challenge and high-quality insight across a complex and fast-moving agenda. You will need to be comfortable operating at senior level, influencing decisions, shaping financial strategy and helping services respond to significant demand and cost pressures. Alongside leading all aspects of financial and management accounting across the portfolio, you will play a key role in forecasting, long-term planning, financial control and sustainability. You will also support a range of improvement and transformation activity linked to housing supply, homelessness reduction, stock investment, building safety, service modernisation and improved resident experience. This role would suit a technically strong, commercially aware and politically astute finance professional who can combine strategic thinking with practical delivery. You will need the confidence to challenge constructively, build trusted relationships quickly and provide calm, credible leadership across a demanding service environment. You will also contribute to the wider leadership of the finance function and will need to be capable of deputising for the statutory Chief Finance Officer when required. The role will involve: Leading strategic finance support across Residents & Housing Services Overseeing the Housing General Fund and HRA Providing financial leadership on Temporary Accommodation and homelessness pressures Delivering strong budgeting, forecasting and medium-term financial planning Strengthening financial control, governance and compliance Supporting major transformation and improvement activity Partnering with senior stakeholders across housing, resident services and corporate finance Providing insight, challenge and solutions across high-risk and high-profile service areas About you: CCAB qualified, ideally CIPFA Strong local government finance experience Credible at senior level, with excellent stakeholder management skills Able to combine technical strength with commercial judgement Comfortable working across complex, politically sensitive service environments Experienced in driving improvement, supporting transformation and influencing better financial performance Proactive, detail-conscious and solutions-focused in style This is an excellent opportunity to step into a visible and important leadership role where you can add real value from day one.

Buyer / Planner We're partnering with an established manufacturing business to recruit a Buyer / Planner to manage the supply and planning of critical production material, based at their head office in Basingstoke. This is a hands-on role with significant spend responsibility, offering close exposure to operations, suppliers, and production planning - ideal for someone who enjoys ownership and pace without line management. Key responsibilities: Managing end-to-end procurement and supply planning for a core production material Maintaining inventory levels aligned to demand and production schedules Raising and managing purchase orders via ERP (SAP or similar) Sourcing activity including RFQs, cost analysis, and supplier negotiation Monitoring supplier performance and leading review meetings Working closely with manufacturing and logistics teams to protect production continuity About you: Strong experience within buying and planning Comfortable working in a fast-paced, operational environment ERP experience (SAP desirable) Strong communicator with a proactive, problem-solving mindset What's on offer: Competitive salary, plus bonus Comprehensive benefits package Hybrid working High-impact role with clear ownership and visibility Excellent prospects for development and progression

Secondary Supply Teachers (QTS) - Bolton & Greater ManchesterLocation: Bolton & surrounding areas across Greater ManchesterStart Date: Immediate and September 2026 opportunities availableContract: Short-term and long-term rolesAbout the RoleAspire People are currently recruiting Secondary Supply Teachers with QTS to support a range of secondary schools in Bolton and across Greater Manchester. With high demand for staff-particularly in core subjects-this is an excellent opportunity for experienced teachers and ECTs looking for flexible or long-term work.Whether you're seeking day-to-day supply, a longer-term placement, or a fresh role for September 2026, we have a variety of opportunities to suit your preferences. Roles are available for subject specialists as well as teachers happy to deliver general cover.Key Responsibilities Deliver engaging lessons across your subject specialism or as general cover Follow school plans and schemes of work (planning may be provided for short-term roles) Mark and assess student work where required Maintain strong classroom management and a positive learning environment Adapt quickly to different school settingsThe Ideal Candidate Will Have: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential Experience teaching in UK secondary schools A flexible, reliable, and professional approach Strong behaviour management skills Willingness to take on both short-term and long-term assignments An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) References covering the last two yearsWhy Work with Aspire People? Wide range of roles across Bolton and Greater Manchester Opportunities in high-demand core subjects this summer term Flexible working to suit your availability and preferences Support in securing long-term roles or permanent positionsIf you're ready for a new opportunity this summer term or looking ahead to September 2026, Aspire People would love to hear from you.Apply today to join our growing network of Secondary Supply Teachers.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

Head of Procurement This is a pivotal senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the end-to-end procurement function within a fast-paced wholesale environment. With an established and high-performing team in place, you will shape procurement strategy, drive supplier performance and lead a multi-site team to ensure product availability, efficiency and commercial advantage. You will combine strategic sourcing, digitisation and data-led decision-making to support business growth while optimising inventory, margin and supplier resilience. Key responsibilities include: Developing and delivering a procurement strategy aligned to business goals Leading, developing and mentoring a nonperforming procurement team Building strong relationships with global manufacturers, OEMs and logistics partners Negotiating pricing, commercial terms and long-term supply agreements Expanding drop-ship supplier models to improve fulfilment and reduce stockholding Collaborating with sales and operations on stock planning, lead times and seasonal demand Managing sourcing across technical wholesale product categories Championing procurement digitisation through e-procurement systems, analytics and automation Driving cost control, supplier performance and data-led decision-making Ensuring contracts include appropriate SLAs, compliance and risk mitigation Maintaining compliance with relevant environmental and regulatory standards Promoting ethical and sustainable sourcing practices What you'll need to succeed Proven senior-level procurement leadership experience within technical or industrial wholesale Strong track record in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation and category management Experience implementing digital procurement tools and working with ERP systems (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics or similar) Success in establishing and managing drop-ship and international supplier models Commercially astute, analytical and KPI-driven Confident people leader with a collaborative, cross-functional approach What you'll get in return A senior, business-critical leadership role with clear strategic influence The opportunity to modernise and digitise procurement operations Long-term career progression aligned with organisational growth Competitive salary and benefits package Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Supply Chain and Demand Planning Manager Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 (Negotiable) plus bonus Location: Rochester Job Type: Permanent, Full-time An established and growing organisation is seeking a Supply Chain and Demand Planning Manager to lead end-to-end planning, forecasting, and supply chain operations across a multi-site environment. This pivotal role is responsible for aligning demand, production, and inventory to meet customer requirements efficiently, accurately, and cost-effectively. Day-to-day of the role: Lead end-to-end demand planning, forecasting, and production planning, ensuring supply plans align with commercial demand and operational capacity. Develop and continuously improve robust forecasts to support production scheduling, procurement, and inventory planning. Coordinate production planning to ensure availability of finished goods, raw materials, and packaging in line with demand forecasts. Oversee the full product lifecycle from raw materials through to finished goods and distribution. Drive improved inventory visibility, stock accuracy, and inventory optimisation across all locations. Manage and embed effective forecasting tools and planning systems, creating a flexible and responsive planning pipeline. Use real-time data and analytics to assess demand volatility and improve forecast accuracy. Work cross-functionally with finance, operations, production, and customer-facing teams to deliver efficient and cost-effective supply chain performance. Take responsibility for warehouse operations and stock integrity across the business. Lead, develop, and motivate the supply chain team, with responsibility for current headcount and future growth. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience in supply chain planning, demand planning, or forecasting within a fast-paced environment (FMCG or similar preferred). Strong background in production planning and aligning supply plans to forecast demand. Experience of stock control, inventory accuracy, and warehouse management. Confident using ERP or planning systems (experience with Microsoft Business Central advantageous). Demonstrated ability to analyse data, manage demand volatility, and improve planning accuracy. Previous experience managing and developing a team. Flexible, resilient, and comfortable working in a changing operational environment. Continuous improvement mindset. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites (locally based). Benefits: Competitive salary of £50,000 - £55,000 (negotiable). Opportunity to play a key role in shaping forecasting, demand, and production planning capability within a growing business. Career development, training, and long-term progression. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Attractive benefits package including bonus, pension, employee support programmes, company events. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

SUPPLY CHAIN & STOCK CONTROL MANAGER Job Title: Supply Chain Manager Department: Operations Reports To: Senior Leadership Team Reportees: 2+ (with scope to grow) Job Type: Permanent Location: Leeds with occasional potential travel overseas Package Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum (depending on experience) Based in Leeds 25 days' holiday + 8 bank holidays Profit share bonus scheme Development opportunities Position Statement We are seeking a commercially driven and operationally strong Supply Chain Manager to lead and develop our end-to-end supply chain function within a growing B2B business supplying into both contract & retail clients predominantly within the UK. This is not a raw manufacturing environment. The business operates a finishing and assembly model, sourcing components and finished elements from a global supplier base, which are then assembled, finished, and supplied into contract, and readymade goods imported for supply into retailers. As such, the role requires an individual experienced in managing component-based supply chains, coordinating multiple suppliers, and ensuring consistent availability, quality, and performance across assembled products. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships across Europe, China, Turkey, India and other emerging markets, ensuring continuity of supply, competitive purchasing, and consistent product standards. The business has existing strong systems and processes in place, which significantly supports the role, and a team of knowledgeable colleagues who support each other. Key Objectives Deliver measurable cost savings across procurement and supply chain activities Manage and improve to best-in-class supply chain management system Strengthen and diversify the global supplier base Ensure consistent product quality and supply reliability across assembled products Improve supplier performance through data-driven metrics and relationship management Role Responsibilities Take full ownership of the end-to-end supply chain, managing procurement of components, and to understand sub-assemblies and finished elements to support internal assembly and finishing operations Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships across Europe, China, Turkey, India and other key sourcing regions Negotiate pricing, contracts and supply agreements to deliver cost savings while ensuring continuity and security of supply Identify, evaluate and onboard new suppliers to support growth, reduce risk and improve supply chain flexibility Oversee forecasting and demand planning to ensure alignment between supply and customer requirements, collaborating closely along with the Operations, Sales and finance departments Manage lead times effectively across all suppliers, proactively identifying and mitigating potential delays or disruptions Ensure adequate stock levels are maintained across multiple SKUs and component lines to support uninterrupted assembly and fulfilment Oversee the full purchasing cycle, including stock control and order management Monitor, expedite and manage orders to ensure on-time delivery against agreed schedules Manage logistics, freight and import/export processes across international supply routes Implement and maintain quality control processes for incoming goods, ensuring consistency against product specifications Monitor and manage supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery and service metrics Working closely with the Goods-In function, managing workloads, space capacity and incoming goods Develop and track KPIs to drive performance, identify improvements and support data-driven decision making Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimise processes, reduce costs and enhance efficiency Oversee inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels, storage and availability of components for assembly Manage returns, back orders and supplier discrepancies in a timely and professional manner Contribute to management discussions, providing insight and leadership on supply chain strategy and performance Provide reporting for daily, weekly, monthly key metrics and board reporting, and planning ahead to meet business objectives. People and HR skills an essential part of the role Managing perpetual and annual inventory counts Would be excellent to have H&S accreditations and experience (desirable but not essential) Future potential of new product development and procurement role and/or management progression Requirements Proven experience in a component-based, assembly or distribution-led supply chain environment Background in industries such as FMCG, retail supply, consumer goods or engineered products (non-raw manufacturing) Strong track record of managing international suppliers, particularly in Asia and Europe Demonstrated ability to manage multi-supplier, multi-component supply chains Proven success delivering cost savings and operational improvements Experience in supplier negotiation, contract management and performance tracking Experience with supply chain systems and data analysis CIPS qualification (desirable but not essential) Key Competencies Commercial awareness and strong negotiation skills Excellent relationship-building and communication skills Strong coordination skills across complex, multi-supplier environments Analytical and data-driven mindset Ability to operate in an agile manner for reactive & fast-paced solutions Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities Willingness to travel internationally Benefits £40,000 - £50,000 per annum (negotiable) Profit share bonus scheme Birthdays off Development opportunities Opportunity to shape and build a global supply chain function Work within a business focused on assembly, finishing and retail supply rather than manufacturing Exposure to international sourcing and supplier development Real impact on cost, quality and operational performance

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in the North of England in the search for a Head of Development Management to join their Town Planning Department on an initial 6 month contract (Extensions likely). The role will require you to lead and manage the Development Management (Including Major projects) and Enforcement functions to provide a modern, customer focussed and business friendly Planning service. Main Areas of Responsibility: Develop and maintain effective relationships with physical development and regeneration partners across the City, regionally and nationally. Develop and maintain a clear understanding of the needs, concerns and expectations of local communities and ensure these are fairly represented in the Planning process. Implement relevant core Regeneration and Planning strategies and associated policies. Effectively manage the development management service including setting objectives and managing performance. Effectively manage, support and promote the development of Council policy and joint strategic plans. Provide strong performance management of the Planning Service by owning and developing service planning, robust financial and budget management and performance measurement ensuring that continuous improvement, value for money and best value are delivered. Assess staff performance and set appropriate target levels of service. Create a positive learning and working environment through delegation and mentoring. Initiate and develop strong working relationships, both internally and externally. Build and maintain effective networks in order to seek out new ideas and innovations to improve service delivery Deal with conflicting demands to establish corporate priorities. Assess staff performance and set appropriate target levels of service. Create a positive learning and working environment through delegation, mentoring and coaching of staff and through the identification of training and development needs. Attend committee meetings, other member bodies and such external working groups as required. Represent the Planning Service at local and regional events as required for learning and sharing opportunities. To oversee the delivery of major development projects of strategic importance to the City. This key role will work across traditional boundaries within the planning profession and involve the areas of development control, planning policy design and implementation. To oversee strategic/regionally important planning applications (and associated detailed applications) from submission through negotiation and determination, to implementation and delivery. To co-ordinate, manage and lead the statutory Development Management function across the Planning and Enforcement Teams. To monitor and manage the Development Management / Enforcement work programme including the management and reporting of collection and expenditure of Section 106 monetary contributions. To develop and implement systems and procedures to ensure that all services are carried out in a timely, accurate and efficient manner, leading to the achievement of the City Developments Portfolios Business Plan, Planning Service and Government performance targets. Responding to development enquiries from within and outside the Council, including the provision of advice to the Senior Managers in respect of the Councils land holdings. To take lead responsibility for the Development Management function at the Planning Committee and other appropriate meetings of the Council including the preparation of information, editorial responsibility for reports and liaison with Committee Services. To ensure co-ordination and liaison with staff in the Building Control team. To ensure that Development Management makes a positive contribution to the strategic Local Plan including the preparation of land use allocations and development management policies based on sound evidence. To lead to ensure that the key processes for local development document production are undertaken, including statutory, regulatory and technical requirements; continuous community involvement in accordance with the Statement of Community Involvement and Sustainability and other appraisals and assessments; negotiation with outside agencies and dealing with elected members. To lead on implementing, monitoring and reviewing statutory development management policies/case law, planning strategies and proposals in relation to the Local Plan and other non-statutory guidance and to advise on further work as appropriate. To undertake or assist in undertaking city-wide and area based planning policy preparation and implementation. To champion social value and ensure it is an integral part of service provision and procurement ensuring wider social, economic and environmental benefits for the council, residents and communities. Being fully accountable for managing the councils resources well and complying with statutory requirements. This includes managing time, avoiding unnecessary waste, reuse and recycle resources to reduce personal impact. Embed the Local Plans vision and strategic priorities in planning decision making to help maximise development opportunities. To have a good understanding of contract management To liaise with other local authorities, Combined Authority and organisations over development plans and strategic planning policy issues ensuring that the Council complies with the duty to cooperate. Representing the Council and Director of Planning & Building Control in committee meetings, other member bodies and such external working groups as required. Promote and implement business excellence throughout the service. Developing and helping to maintain information systems to support plan, strategy and policy development work. To monitor, review and ensure a balanced and cost-effective discharge of the Services functions by organising and continuously developing working practices. Contribute to the delivery of the Council Plan. Delivering and promoting excellent customer service, externally and internally. Contribute to sustainable development in all duties undertaken. Business continuity, emergency planning and risk management, ensuring health and safety and duty of care responsibilities are met. Participation in the tactical / out of hours rota. Commitment to managing people well and in line with the Councils People Plan. Completion of the relevant leadership development programme. To apply for this role, it is essential that you have experience managing a Development Management Team/Planning function. Experience in the wider management of the planning function, Demonstrable experience of dealing with large scale development proposals, appeals and enforcement, Delivery of service excellence and quality outcomes, Demonstrate experience of creating quality environments, and Significant experience of complex planning issues in a large urban area It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline. Carrington West Pay Rate - £750per/day Job Ref - 66016 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.

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The role is instrumental in leading GlobalData s coverage of biofuel markets and delivery of our portfolio of reports, datasets, briefings, webinars and other platform content. The role will include direct management responsibility for a team of analysts, and require significant collaboration with adjacent research teams, notably Sugar and Vegetable Oils. Key responsibilities : Lead the development of supply, demand, trade, and price forecasts across the global biofuels markets. Conduct economic and policy analysis, including the impact of biofuel mandates, trade policies, sustainability regulations, and feedstock supply variability. Oversee and maintain the core databases and forecasting models that underpin GlobalData s market intelligence products. Manage and deliver bespoke client projects from feasibility studies to policy analysis and price outlook assessments ensuring accuracy, insight, and timeliness. 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