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# Payroll Manager Job Introduction Payroll Manager Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 Location: Faversham, Head Office Overview Avante is entering a major phase of payroll transformation, offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced Payroll Manager to drive meaningful change. This role goes beyond delivering accurate and compliant payroll - it's about modernising a complex, long-established environment.With multiple payroll runs and legacy processes in place, you'll play a key role in simplifying operations, improving team capability, and embedding a more efficient, system-led payroll function.Reporting to the Head of Finance, this position sits at the centre of a wider finance and systems transformation programme. About You You're a strong Payroll Manager who is comfortable working hands-on while leading change in a complex environment.You will bring: Experience managing payroll in a complex or multi-site organisation (social care, healthcare, or similar is advantageous) Strong knowledge of payroll systems, ideally Staffology or similar cloud-based platforms Excellent systems aptitude, including HR/payroll integrations (e.g. Workforce) Experience managing multiple payroll cycles, legacy processes, or fragmented structures A track record of process improvement, transformation, or system implementation Strong leadership skills, with the ability to develop and support teams through change A pragmatic, confident approach to improving established ways of working Strong attention to detail with a broader strategic mindset What Makes This Role Exciting The opportunity to modernise and shape a key function The chance to simplify complexity and create lasting impact Exposure to modern, integrated systems A supportive environment focused on improvement and investment in people Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end payroll function within a complex social care environment, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery across multiple payrolls Take ownership of payroll transformation activity, reviewing and redesigning existing processes, controls, and ways of working Support the consolidation and simplification of four existing payroll runs, working towards a more efficient payroll structure Act as a key driver of change, helping to shift a long-established team towards new systems, processes, and behaviours Provide hands-on expertise in payroll systems, particularly Staffology , ensuring optimal use of system capability Work closely with HR colleagues to ensure effective integration between payroll and the HR system ( Workforce ) Identify and address legacy payroll rules, working with stakeholders to standardise and modernise where appropriate Lead, develop, and upskill payroll team members, building confidence in system-led payroll processing Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, internal controls, and audit standards Act as a trusted partner to the Head of Finance, providing insight, reporting, and recommendations to support strategic decision-making Oversight of Avante's four pension schemes including ensuring compliance with auto enrolment requirements Support with staff cost budgets and staff costings for new projects Person Specification Qualifications Essential: CIPP qualification (Level 5 preferred) or equivalent experience Candidates with substantial payroll leadership experience in complex environments will also be considered Desirable: Additional qualifications in finance, HR, or systems Experience Essential: Proven experience in a Payroll Manager or senior payroll leadership role within a complex organisation Experience managing multiple payroll cycles and navigating operational complexity Demonstrable track record of delivering payroll transformation, process improvement, or change initiatives Experience leading, developing, and upskilling payroll teams Hands-on experience with payroll systems (ideally Staffology or similar cloud-based platforms) Experience working with integrated HR/payroll systems (e.g. Workforce or equivalent) Strong stakeholder management experience, including working with Finance, HR, and senior leadership Desirable: Experience within social care, healthcare, or other high-volume, multi-site sectors Experience rationalising payroll structures (e.g. consolidating multiple payroll runs) Involvement in system implementations or upgrades Skills Strong end-to-end payroll processing expertise, with high levels of accuracy and attention to detail Advanced systems aptitude with the ability to quickly understand, optimise, and improve payroll technologies Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex payroll rules and data Change management skills, with the ability to drive adoption of new processes and systems Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex payroll matters to non-specialists Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, particularly in a fast-paced, changing environment Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery Knowledge Up-to-date knowledge of UK payroll legislation, statutory requirements, and compliance obligations Understanding of payroll controls, audit requirements, and risk management Knowledge of payroll best practice, including process standardisation and automation Awareness of system integrations between payroll and HR platforms Understanding of the challenges associated with legacy payroll rules and how to modernise them Qualities Demonstrable evidence of Avante's SPARKLE values Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to operate effectively during periods of change and ambiguity Proactive and solutions-focused, with a continuous improvement mind-set Confident in challenging the status quo in a constructive and professional manner Strong leadership presence, with the ability to engage, motivate, and develop a long-established team Collaborative approach, building strong relationships across Finance, HR, and operational teams High level of integrity and accountability, particularly when handling sensitive payroll data Pragmatic and hands-on, willing to "roll up sleeves" while also driving longer-term transformation Payroll Manager Salary £50000 - £55000 Frequency Annual Job Reference avantecare/TP/16125/779 Contract Type Full Time Closing Date 29 April, 2026 Job Category Business support management Service/ Department Finance Location Faversham, United Kingdom Posted on 15 April, 2026

Position: Senior Global Program Manager - EMEA Job Description: Arrow ECS is looking for a Senior Global Program Manager to join our Global Go-To-Market (GTM) team, with primary responsibility for driving program execution across EMEA. This role is ideal for a strategic, execution-focused program leader who enjoys working at the intersection of global strategy, regional sales execution, and operational excellence. As part of the Global ECS Program team, you will ensure that EMEA-led initiatives are fully aligned to Arrow's global partner programs, vendor strategies, and integrated operating model-while helping regional teams successfully land and scale priority solution areas. What You'll Do Lead Global Programs with Regional Impact Own the EMEA execution of global GTM and partner programs, ensuring alignment with Arrow ECS's global strategy. Partner closely with the Global Director of GTM to design and deliver solution-specific sales plays across EMEA. Represent EMEA market needs and insights in global planning discussions to help shape future programs. Drive Sales Play Execution Across EMEA Lead the rollout and execution of global sales plays in EMEA regions, working closely with regional sales, marketing, and partner teams. Ensure global programs are effectively localized for regional markets-while maintaining consistency, governance, and measurable outcomes. Enable field teams with clear program frameworks, playbooks, and execution guidance. Partner with Operations & Cloud Teams Work cross-functionally with operations, Cloud, and systems teams to ensure programs are fully integrated, scalable, and execution-ready. Support alignment across tools, processes, incentives, and reporting to deliver a seamless partner and seller experience. Help ensure operational readiness for launches, from integration planning through execution. Collaborate Across a Global, Matrixed Organization Act as a connector between global strategy and regional execution, aligning stakeholders across EMEA and global teams. Collaborate with Cloud teams to support multi-vendor, solution-oriented GTM programs. Influence outcomes across regions and functions without direct authority. Measure Success & Drive Continuous Improvement Track program performance and deliver clear, actionable insights to global and regional leadership. Maintain program documentation, governance, and reporting standards. Use data and regional feedback to continuously refine and improve program effectiveness. What You Bring Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (Master's preferred). 7+ years of experience in program management, GTM strategy, or partner/channel programs within technology or IT distribution. Strong understanding of solution selling, partner ecosystems, and cloud or hybrid technologies. Proven experience managing complex, multi-region programs in a global environment. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and execution skills. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, matrixed, international organization. Nice to Have Experience working in or with EMEA markets. Exposure to multi-vendor GTM strategies and cloud provider partner programs. Strong analytical skills with experience in program performance measurement and reporting. Location: UK-United Kingdom - Remote Time Type: Full time Job Category: Business Support

Head of Creative Strategy ECD Business Unit 2 Performance Creative Strategy & Operations Reports to: Chief Creative Officer Function: External Creative Division (ECD), Business Unit 2 Location: Hybrid, Central London (Camden) Compensation: Competitive Salary + Benefit Scheme + 28 days Paid Holiday + Private Health The Opportunity We're looking for an experienced operator and leader to join the senior management team of the UK's largest performance creative department. Hambi Media (ECD) is the creative engine of the Soar Group - the UK's independent Meta agency. Our Creative Strategy department is the group's single biggest revenue driver, producing performance creative across High Production video, UGC, and Static for 7-9 figure DTC and e-commerce brands. We manage over £100M in ad spend and operate 13 creative pods. This is not a role for someone who wants to write scripts or build decks. This is a senior leadership hire focused on how the department runs, scales, and performs. You will partner with the Head of Creative Strategy (who owns the creative methodology and domain expertise) while you take ownership of operational excellence, leadership structure, and department performance. Your role is to turn a high-performing department into a world-class one through systems, standards, and people. What You'll Own Department Leadership & Team Development Lead and line-manage a team of Creative Leads, Senior Creative Strategists, and Creative Strategists - setting the bar for performance, accountability, and professional standards across the department Develop senior strategists and creative leads into confident, autonomous leaders - coaching them through difficult conversations, client escalations, strategic thinking, and team management Partner with the Head of Creative Strategy on department direction: you bring the leadership and operational excellence; she brings the creative strategy domain expertise Own the people strategy for the department: performance management, progression frameworks, capacity planning, and succession Build and maintain a department culture of ownership, curiosity, and relentless improvement - one where the team is motivated, stretched, and proud to work Operational Excellence & Standards Set and enforce quality standards across all creative output - High Production, UGC, and Static - ensuring consistency across every pod Champion process improvement and identify bottlenecks before they become blockers - from briefing workflows to reporting cadences to production handoffs Act as the feedback loop between the Creative Strategy team and senior leadership - surfacing patterns, risks, and opportunities that the CCO needs to see Drive accountability through clear KPIs, and a rhythm of performance conversations that keep the department sharp Strategic & Commercial Impact Ensure the department's creative output is commercially impactful - work that drives measurable results for clients across Meta, whilst remaining profitable Support the commercial growth of the department - working with the CCO and wider C-suite to evolve the service offering, identify revenue opportunities, and contribute to business strategy Think beyond delivery: you're here to help shape what the department becomes, not just keep it running Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Account Management, Production, Post-Production, and Media Buying teams to ensure seamless delivery and aligned priorities Contribute to department-wide rituals (Monthly Momentum, Friday shoutouts, quarterly reviews) and drive cross-pod knowledge sharing Be a visible, trusted leader across the wider group - not just within the Creative Strategy team Who We're Looking For This role demands someone who can lead from the front, raise the bar on creative thinking and leadership, and take ownership of outcomes, not just output. Must-Have Proven experience leading large teams (20+ people minimum) - this is the most important requirement. You've built, scaled, or led a department or function of this size, ideally within an agency or marketing services environment Experience developing senior executors into leaders - you've coached managers, set progression frameworks, and built the kind of leadership bench that lets a department run without you in every room Strong commercial acumen - you've owned department P&Ls and are experienced in spreadsheets Agency or marketing services background - you understand the pace, client dynamics, and operational complexity of agency life. Your experience doesn't make you slow or too big for 'scrappiness' when required Excellent communicator - you can present in an empowering and inspiring way, lead team meetings, deliver tough feedback with care, and write clearly Cultural leader - you naturally set the tone for the teams around you. People want to work for you because you make them better Nice-to-Have Experience within creative strategy, performance creative, or paid social specifically - valuable but not essential. Our Head of Creative Strategy owns the domain methodology; you bring the leadership lens Understanding of DTC / e-commerce business models and the brands we serve Familiarity with the Meta and TikTok advertising ecosystems Experience with AI-augmented creative workflows or production innovation What Success Looks Like In your first 3 months: You've built trust with every Creative Lead and Senior Strategist - they see you as someone who makes them better You've established a clear operating rhythm: regular 1:1s, performance check-ins, and a visible presence across the department You've identified the top 3 operational or cultural improvements the department needs and started executing on them Katy and the senior team are operating with more confidence and autonomy because you've created the leadership structure that supports them By month 6: The department is running at a higher standard - measurably. Creative quality, team satisfaction, and delivery consistency have all improved You've developed at least 2 senior team members into demonstrably stronger leaders You're a trusted voice at the senior management table - contributing to business strategy, not just department updates The CCO's time has shifted: less firefighting, more innovation - because you own the department's operational performance About the Soar Group The Soar Group is one of the UK's fastest-growing performance agency groups, home to three specialist agencies. On the inside, we work as one: Hambi Media: Performance creative agency for Meta, delivering High Production, UGC, and Static ads. The UK's largest performance creative division. For You Advertising: The UK's independent TikTok agency, specialising in TikTok paid media, TikTok Shop, and creator-led content at scale. Soar With Us: Paid social and paid search, managing media buying and growth strategy across the group's client portfolio. Together, the group manages over £100M in ad spend, works with category-leading D2C brands, and operates the UK's largest Creative Strategy department with design, production, strategy, and UGC all under one roof. What Sets Us Apart Nominated for Meta's Creative Diversity Award 2025, the only independent agency recognised Highest independent agency spend on Meta in 2025 Official TikTok Agency Partner, Creative Partner, and one of the only TikTok Shop Partners across UK and US Two production studios (London and Manchester) Creators of D2C Diaries, one of the UK's leading eCommerce podcasts Partnered with Meta, TikTok, Foreplay, and Triple Whale Benefits 28 days paid holiday including birthday leave, Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve Long-service holiday scheme: after 2 years' service, you'll receive 1 extra day of annual leave for every year of service Flexible and hybrid working (2 days in office) Regular team socials Company Private Health and life insurance scheme Company pension scheme Work abroad for 1 month a year

Please note this role is offered as an initial 6 month fixed term contract on a PAYE basis Lyst is a global fashion shopping platform founded in London in 2010 and catering to over 160M shoppers per year. We offer our customers the largest assortment of premium & luxury fashion products in one place, curating pieces from 27,000 of the world's leading brands and stores. In 2025, Lyst joined Zozo, operators of Zozotown, the leading fashion e commerce platform in Japan. This partnership marks a bold new era for Lyst, as we accelerate our vision and work together to transform the future of fashion shopping through AI and technology. At Lyst, we obsess over the customer, providing a search & discovery experience which offers inspiration, fulfilment, and personalisation. We believe that fashion is amazing but shopping for fashion often isn't, and use our technology, data and creativity to bring more joy, greater choice and fewer fails. Our mission is to help fashion shoppers make better choices and help fashion partners find better audiences as the category leading destination for every fashion shopper. The Role We're looking for a technically strong Product Manager to lead our Affiliate Operations product team, and be the primary Lyst owner for our partnership with ZOZO's Data Science team in New Zealand. Lyst became part of the ZOZO group last year, and this role will work closely with ZOZO's R&D teams to turn research into productionised product data improvements. You will be accountable for the quality, reliability and discoverability of the world's largest product catalogue, powering discovery and commerce across Lyst. Crucially, you will also support Lyst's commercial initiatives from a TPM perspective - shaping the product and data work to accelerate product merging and enrichment. You'll be the lead Lyst contact for ZOZO's Data Science department and will run regular meetings, define joint milestones and translate data science research into Lyst production work. Together you'll accelerate product merging and enrichment while ensuring tooling is production ready. This role is highly cross functional and strategic. If you enjoy being technical, shipping data products, and managing a data science partnership to deliver measurable business outcomes, this is for you. What you'll own Affiliate Operations strategy & roadmap - Prioritise initiatives that raise data quality, completeness and coherence, and ensure delivery of outcomes that improve discovery and checkout metrics. Data foundations & pipelines - Working with engineering, to define product data models and taxonomies and own product data quality KPIs and remediation workflows. Ensure enrichment and merging flows are implemented and monitored. Partnership with ZOZO Data Science (NZ) - Be the primary Lyst lead managing the relationship with ZOZO's data science team: align roadmaps, define experiments, translate research into production requirements, agree on data contracts/security/IP terms, and run regular syncs and reviews. ZOZO collaboration is a core part of our product enrichment work. Operational ownership - Set and measure SLAs for data freshness, accuracy and output quality. Ensure handoffs and runbooks for the Affiliate Operations team are clear. Commercial & stakeholder management - Liaise with Partnerships and Commercial teams to align product data priorities to business objectives (e.g. ROAS bidding algorithms). People & process - Lead the Affiliate Operations product practice: improve team rituals, prioritisation and delivery cadence. Day to day responsibilities Create and maintain an outcome driven roadmap for Affiliate Operations and our commercial roadmap. Translate ZOZO data science outputs (enrichments/merges/flags) into production requirements, APIs and acceptance criteria. Run regular cross organisation planning with ZOZO and Affiliate Operations, including quarterly planning and technical workshops; manage time zone differences and ensure clear asynchronous handovers. Define and track OKRs tied to listings quality and commercial outcomes. Build the backlog and intake process for operational work, tooling requests and BAU. Communicate progress and trade offs clearly to senior stakeholders. Qualifications 3-6+ years product management experience, with a technical/data focus (hands on TPM or Senior TPM). Strong technical literacy: comfortable with APIs, data schemas, ETL/ingestion pipelines and product data modelling. Experience working with data scientists and engineering teams to productise models and features for production. Proven stakeholder management and delivery track record - you can run complex cross functional projects and manage external technical partners. Excellent written and verbal communication; experience coordinating across time zones and cultures. Agile delivery experience and a bias toward measurable outcomes. Nice to have Experience in ecommerce marketplaces or affiliate commerce. Exposure to machine learning/MLops or productionising ML models. Prior experience working with an external data science partner or international R&D partner. Familiarity with taxonomy design, entity resolution and image/data enrichment workstreams. Experience working with affiliate operations or merchant operations teams. Our Ways of Working Office Days: We all come into the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with the option to work remotely or come into the office on the other days. Time Off: In addition to the 8 statutory bank holidays, you will receive 29 holidays per year. Lyst's holiday year runs from 1 April to 31 March. Remote Working: Work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. Competitive Family Leave Package: This includes Enhanced Family Leave for those eligible, paid Time off for Dependents and Support for Fertility Treatment & Loss. Clothing Benefit: We provide you with a clothing allowance to use on Lyst every year. This starts at £250 when you join and increases up to £1,000 with your length of service. Private Healthcare: Our healthcare provider is Vitality. Your health is important to us which is why we offer all employees a comprehensive healthcare scheme from the day you start. Training Allowance: All employees are entitled to an annual training allowance of £1,000 for conferences, industry events, training courses and to purchase resources. Pension Scheme: Our pension provider is The People's Pension. We offer a minimum employee contribution of 5% and 3% employer contribution. Eye Tests and Vouchers: Employees can make a saving on their eye test and glasses through our chosen provider. You'll receive a free eye test every year and a discount towards glasses. Cycle-to-Work Scheme: Lyst will purchase a bicycle from your chosen retailer, and you will receive a voucher to pick up your bicycle from them. Transport Season Ticket Loan: Employees can apply for an interest free season ticket loan to support your travel to work. Social Events: Frequent company wide social events including Christmas & summer parties, sports days, themed drinks, quizzes, cook alongs, as well as smaller team socials. We also have plenty of interest based groups such as football, running club, book club, culinary and more.

Description The Senior Retail Data & Systems Manager is a key role within the Retail function, focused on ensuring that business systems and data processes fully support commercial objectives and Retail operational needs. It will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and supporting Retail business systems (acting as the Product Owner) so they align with strategic goals and operational requirements. Responsibilities The Senior Retail Data & Systems Manager serves as the business owner for a Salesforce-based platform, taking full responsibility for its development roadmap and ensuring that all enhancements align with business priorities. This includes managing the delivery of sprint points through a third-party development partner, overseeing both the strategic pipeline and quick-win initiatives, and ensuring that progress is tracked and communicated effectively. The role requires internal prioritization, team management, ownership and a good technical understanding while externally reporting successes, risks, and failures at a senior level, providing clear visibility of system performance and development outcomes. A critical accountability is maintaining the integrity and accuracy of Retail data by leading data collection, validation, and reporting processes. The manager collaborates closely with Retail Category teams, Finance, IT, and Business Support Teams to identify, analyse, and resolve data issues quickly, minimising disruption to month-end financial activities. In addition, the role owns real-time solutionizing and rectification of issues, working hands on with the line-level team to troubleshoot and resolve problems as they arise. The position provides expertise on Retail business systems, guiding enhancements and integrations that improve operational efficiency and support the development of reporting tools that enable effective decision making and strategic planning. Driving continuous improvements in data quality is essential, ensuring that reporting outputs meet high standards and support commercial objectives. The role should bring a technical creativity through long term vision; allowing us to both improve the here and now but with a view to how those improvements ladder into new and innovative ways of getting high value from our existing data, as well as identifying opportunities to integrate, include or source new data. The manager will be responsible for building the business validation for any incurred costs, and working with key system stakeholders to ensure data gets ingested and transformed in a way which meets the needs of the business. As the primary point of contact for system related queries, the manager coordinates with IT teams to resolve technical challenges and supports change management efforts by delivering training and guidance on system updates and enhancements. Strong stakeholder management is vital, requiring proactive engagement with internal and external partners-including Retail Account Managers, Retail Brand Partners, Business Services Team, IT, Finance, and Commercial Data & Analytics teams-to resolve data discrepancies and maintain confidence in system outputs. The role also supports business as usual activities and other commercial systems related initiatives, ensuring that process documentation and training guides are consistently maintained and updated to reflect any changes. Through these responsibilities, the Retail Data & Systems Manager ensures that systems and data processes not only meet operational needs but also drive strategic improvements across the Retail function. Qualifications Strong knowledge of development pipelines, contractual business systems, data management, and reporting processes in a Retail environment (or similar) Experience in process development and system management within a commercial environment. Proficiency in data analysis, ensuring accuracy and integrity in reporting. Ability to work collaboratively with cross functional teams to resolve data and system related issues. Strong problem solving skills with a proactive approach to system and process improvements. Excellent communication skills to liaise effectively between internal and external stakeholders. Experience of maintaining data integrity to drive efficiencies that support strategic decision making and business growth.

Job Application for Head of Investment Risk, Discretionary at Man Group London About Man Group Man Group is a global alternative investment management firm focused on pursuing outperformance for sophisticated clients via our Systematic, Discretionary and Solutions offerings. Powered by talent and advanced technology, our single and multi manager investment strategies are underpinned by deep research and span public and private markets, across all major asset classes, with a significant focus on alternatives. Man Group takes a partnership approach to working with clients, establishing deep connections and creating tailored solutions to meet their investment goals and those of the millions of retirees and savers they represent. Headquartered in London, we manage $227.6 billion and operate across multiple offices globally. Man Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker EMG.LN and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index. Further information can be found at As at 31 December 2025 The Team The Discretionary Risk Management team enhances the investment management process by delivering proactive, best in class risk oversight. We are seeking an accomplished leader who combines emotional intelligence, executive presence, and exceptional communication and quantitative skills to lead this high performing team. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership to the Discretionary Risk Management team, fostering a culture of excellence and high performance Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including Portfolio Managers, Senior Management, Clients, and Regulators Conduct real time monitoring and assessment of risk exposures across all funds and books managed by Discretionary Chair the Discretionary Risk Committee, setting the agenda and driving actionable outcomes Champion continuous improvement in risk management methodologies, frameworks, and tools Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the investment management styles employed across Discretionary and the broader Man Group Design, deliver, and oversee strategic risk projects from inception to completion Advance and embed the Man Group risk management framework across all business functions Ensure timely resolution of risk issues, prioritising based on materiality, significance, and potential impact Qualifications and Experience Postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Finance, Mathematics, Economics, or related field) Minimum 10 years' experience in risk management across buy side and/or sell side institutions Proven track record in discretionary risk management (essential) Strong credit focused background with deep knowledge of credit instruments and markets (essential) Proficiency in AI/machine learning applications and Python programming Demonstrated experience in people leadership, team development, and mentorship (essential) Exceptional financial and analytical acumen Comprehensive understanding of VaR modelling, stress testing, and broader risk management techniques Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex risk concepts to diverse audiences Inclusion, Work Life Balance and Benefits at Man Group You'll thrive in our working environment that champions equality of opportunity. Your unique perspective will contribute to our success, joining a workplace where inclusion is fundamental and deeply embedded in our culture and values. Through our external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes, you'll find opportunities to grow, develop your talents, and help foster an inclusive environment for all across our firm and industry. Learn more at . You'll have opportunities to make a difference through our charitable and global initiatives, while advancing your career through professional development, and with flexible working arrangements available too. Like all our people, you'll receive two annual 'Mankind' days of paid leave for community volunteering. Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401(k), life and long term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long service leave. Depending on your location, you may also enjoy additional benefits such as private medical coverage, discounted gym membership options and pet insurance. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Man Group provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and all employees without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability, sex, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, age or any other legally protected category or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Disability Confident Man Group is a Disability Confident Committed employer; if you require help or information on reasonable adjustments as you apply for roles with us, please contact .

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!

Job details Job reference REQ05287. Date posted 16/04/2026. Application closing date 01/05/2026. Location: Neath Civic Centre. Salary: £27,694.00 - £31,022.00 per annum. Package: Generous holiday entitlement, Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme with 22.4% employer contributions, discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure and excellent development opportunities. Contractual hours: 37. Basis: Full time. Job category/type: Social Care. Job Title: Compliance and Business Officer Location of post: Neath Civic Centre, Neath, SA11 3QZ Your workstyle will be a mobile hybrid worker in this role which gives you the flexibility to work from home and from a variety of Council workplaces. About the role We are currently seeking an organised, proactive and people focused individual to join West Glamorgan Shared Lives as a Compliance and Business Officer. West Glamorgan Shared Lives is a regulated service supporting adults to live fulfilling, meaningful lives within their communities across Neath Port Talbot and Swansea. We work closely with Shared Lives Carers, social workers and partner organisations to deliver safe, person centred support built on strong relationships and high quality practice. Our team is committed to quality, safeguarding and continuous improvement. We are proud of our collaborative culture, where staff are trusted to use their judgement, contribute ideas and help shape how the service develops. This is a role where your work will be visible, valued and connected directly to positive outcomes for people. As a Compliance and Business Officer, you will play a central role in keeping the service running efficiently, compliantly and inspection ready. You will provide regulatory oversight, business management support and line management to the Business Support Officer, working closely with the WGSL Manager to strengthen systems, processes and service quality. This is not a background administrative role. It is a position with real influence, where you will help shape how the service operates and continues to improve. Responsibilities Coordinating compliance activity with Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) requirements Maintaining accurate records, trackers and audit information Line managing and supporting the Business Support Officer Managing and triaging incoming enquiries and referrals Preparing reports, data and information for inspections and reviews Working closely with carers, social workers and colleagues to support safe service delivery About you Do you have: Experience of working in a regulated, process driven or administrative environment Supervisory or line management experience Excellent organisational and time management skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience of working with a wide range of stakeholders The ability to work calmly and professionally in a busy environment GCSE Maths and English (grade C or above) or equivalent NVQ Level 3 in Business and Administration (or equivalent experience), or willingness to work towards this within two years Preferred experience Compliance Officer Business Support Officer Service Administrator / Senior Administrator Quality or Performance Support roles Benefits We believe in rewarding and recognising our colleagues' efforts and achievements. We also believe that there's life at work and life outside of work. We want everyone to be healthy and happy and have the financial resources and support they need. Hybrid working (in some roles) and flexible working schemes to improve your work life balance Benefit from a competitive employee package with a remarkable 15.3% employer pension contribution Enjoy a holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years' service (not forgetting the additional 8 bank holidays too) Access discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure Utilise the cycle to work scheme with up to 40% off bikes and cycling equipment Purchase a new car through Tusker salary sacrifice scheme Enjoy exclusive discounts at local and national retailers with the Smart Spend app through our staff wellbeing group DBS requirements This post is subject to an enhanced with adult barred list DBS disclosure. Welsh Language Requirements Welsh Language skills are not required. Additional Information Applications may be submitted in Welsh; applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have a disability and armed forces veterans. In support of employees of Tata Steel who are at risk of redundancy, or have been made redundant in 2024, Neath Port Talbot Council is offering a guaranteed interview for jobs across the Council. Applicants must meet all the essential criteria, as shown in the person specification, to qualify for a guaranteed interview. We are committed to providing training opportunities and the professional development of all our employees. We look forward to welcoming you to Team NPT.

Hero is a global food company founded in 1886 in Switzerland, specializing in branded nutritional products across the Growing Up and Adult categories. With a portfolio of trusted brands like Corny, Semper, Goodies, Beech Nut, Organiz, and Deliciously Ella, the company delivers high quality, great tasting food rooted in natural goodness. About the role The Supply Chain Executive is responsible for supporting the Senior Manager in delivering OTIF performance by owning stock availability accuracy, system integrity, and logistics data reliability. The role drives proactive supply chain management, improves data accuracy between SAP and warehouse operations, and embeds continuous improvement across processes. This role is analytical, forward looking, and focused on owning and improving data and systems to prevent issues at source, rather than resolving issues day to day. Key Responsibilities OTIF Performance Support Support delivery of 98.5% OTIF through tracking, analysis, and system/data led interventions Monitor OTIF performance and identify systemic root causes of failures Own reporting and insights on delivery performance trends Proactively flag risks to deliveries (stock availability, system accuracy, capacity, data issues) Proactive Supply Chain Management Identify potential supply or delivery risks in advance and propose systemic or process based solutions Work closely with warehouses to ensure system alignment and readiness for upcoming orders Support planning and prioritisation of orders where constraints exist, ensuring decisions are driven by accurate stock and logistics data SAP, Stock & Logistics Data Accuracy (Primary Ownership) Own the accuracy of stock availability and logistics data across SAP and warehouse systems Ensure SAP is an accurate reflection of warehouse reality (stock levels, locations, orders, deliveries) Identify root causes of discrepancies and implement fixes to eliminate recurring issues Drive improvements to reduce data errors and manual corrections Define, monitor, and improve data accuracy KPIs (stock, orders, deliveries, inventory positioning) Identify inefficiencies in supply chain processes and system/data flows, and propose improvements Support implementation of system and process changes (e.g. SAP interface, MLOR, delivery requirements) Own and drive improvements to stock accuracy, system logic, and logistics data flows Contribute to projects such as new flows (USA sea freight, stock rework) Cross Functional Collaboration Work closely with Customer Service, Warehouses, and Finance Act as the point of truth for stock and logistics data across functions Support the Senior Manager in preparing for customer and operational reviews About you Experience in supply chain, logistics, or planning Strong analytical and systems thinking skills with a focus on root cause analysis High attention to detail and ownership of data accuracy Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems Proactive and forward thinking mindset Experience improving data integrity, stock accuracy, or system processes (preferred) Success Measures Improved OTIF performance and reduced failures High and measurable stock availability accuracy High data accuracy between SAP and warehouse systemsReduction in recurring data, stock, and logistics errors Contribution to continuous improvement initiatives Goals will relate to OTIF Performance Improvement SAP & Data Accuracy Improvement Stock Availability Accuracy & System Integrity Ownership What We Offer 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off Private Medical Insurance from day one (plus dental and optical fund) Life Assurance and Income Protection Contributory pension scheme starting with 5% employer contribution, moving to 10% with service, and access to free pension advice Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Access to Grocery Aid employee assistance resources Massages & Reflexology in our Bournemouth office Yoga classes in our London office Salary sacrifice schemes: Childcare support, Home & Tech, Bike to Work and Electric Car Schemes On site parking at our Bournemouth office Hybrid Working and Flexible Bank Holidays Summer hours in July and August Office perks including team breakfasts, lunches, and snacks from all our UK brands Learning Opportunities and Study Leave Free Deliciously Ella App Access for you and five friends and family Equal Opportunity Statement Hero UK&I is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected category under applicable laws.

We are supporting a leading firm to recruit talented Commercial & Procurement professionals to join a specialist team delivering high-profile defence and government projects. This role offers the opportunity to work across the full commercial lifecycle, from strategy and sourcing through to contract award and supplier management, on complex assignments in a regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Lead commercial and procurement activities across the project lifecycle. Develop and implement commercial and sourcing strategies that align with client objectives. Manage end-to-end contracts, including tender evaluation, negotiation and award. Deliver effective risk, performance and compliance management throughout contract delivery. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and apply category management techniques. Produce commercial analysis, reports and recommendations to inform senior stakeholders. Apply governance and regulatory frameworks appropriate to public-sector procurement. Essential Experience Proven experience in commercial management, procurement or contract management. Strong knowledge of procurement principles, sourcing strategies and supplier performance management. Demonstrable ability to manage commercial risk and apply judgement in sourcing decisions. Experience with negotiation, contract strategy development and continuous improvement practices. Experience in government or defence-related procurement environments. Understanding of contract types (e.g. NEC, JCT, FIDIC) and public sector procurement regulations (DSPCR, PCR). Professional qualifications in procurement, supply chain, commercial management, law or equivalent. Qualifications & Requirements Degree or equivalent professional qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g. Commercial Management, Business, Law, Project Management). Working towards or holding a professional procurement qualification (e.g. CIPS) is advantageous. Candidates must be UK Nationals able to obtain and maintain UK MoD Security Clearance (SC). Ability to travel to client sites regularly (up to 3 days a week) What's on Offer Exposure to high-impact defence programmes and strategic commercial work. Hybrid working with flexibility between client sites and home/office. A supportive team culture focused on development, collaboration and professional growth.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Category & Insights Manager (On-Trade) to join our team, based full-time, on-site at our beautiful offices in Somerset. Who are Thatchers Cider? Established in 1904 by William John Thatcher, we have grown into one of the top cider making businesses in the world. Now in our fifth generation of family cider makers, we're exceptionally proud of our Somerset roots. We've experienced tremendous growth through industry leading levels of investment in our marketing, people development, innovative technology and world class cider mill. The best part? We're just getting started. What are the perks? Competitive salary Benefits including discounts in our cider shop & on-site pub, The Railway Inn! Training, support and development to help you succeed What will I be doing? As our Category & Insights Manager (On Trade), you'll champion category growth and amplify Thatchers influence across the on trade. This strategic, outward facing role transforms data into clear, actionable insight that shapes customer plans, industry influence, and long term category development. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about insight, commercially minded, and confident building credibility with customers and industry bodies. What's involved? Category Strategy & Leadership Develop and own the on trade category strategy, identifying growth drivers, market dynamics and future opportunities. Translate insight into strategic actions that shape customer, brand and commercial plans. Lead annual and long term category planning aligned with Thatchers commercial ambitions. Act as a category thought leader, raising the profile of Thatchers cider and positioning the business as a trusted voice on category trends. Insight Generation & Analysis Analyse market, consumer and customer data to uncover trends, performance drivers and risks. Build compelling insight stories to influence senior stakeholders and external partners. Monitor competitor activity, pricing and promotional effectiveness across the on trade. Industry Engagement & Advocacy Represent Thatchers within key industry bodies, forums and associations. Build strong relationships with industry influencers. Share thought leadership that positions Thatchers at the forefront of category development and cider innovation. Customer & Commercial Support Partner with key on trade customers to deliver category led joint business plans. Create tailored insight decks, ranging guidance, menu optimisation and space recommendations. Support the sales team with category stories, pitch materials and performance reviews. Menu, Range & Space Optimisation Lead menu engineering, pricing analysis and range recommendations. Develop tools and frameworks that help customers optimise performance. Evaluate NPD performance and guide commercial decisions. Cross Functional Collaboration Work closely with marketing, sales, finance and supply chain teams. Influence brand planning with insight led recommendations. Support innovation teams with opportunity sizing and concept testing. Reporting & Performance Own category reporting, dashboards and performance updates. Ensure accuracy and clarity across all insight outputs. Track KPIs such as rate of sale, distribution, share and customer performance. What are we looking for? Technical & Analytical Skills Strong experience with on trade customers and industry data sources. Ability to convert complex data into simple, compelling narratives. Skilled in forecasting, modelling and opportunity sizing. Commercial & Category Expertise Deep understanding of the on trade landscape. Proven experience in category management, insights or commercial strategy. Confident influencing customers and external stakeholders. Communication & Influence Exceptional storytelling and presentation skills. Able to constructively challenge and influence decisions. Comfortable representing the business externally. Personal Qualities The Thatchers team is action oriented, adaptable and resourceful, with high levels of resilience to compete in an exciting yet competitive marketplace. We are curious, proactive and passionate about quality cider enjoyed across the world. If you have the passion to make an impact as part of the Thatchers family, this is the role for you.