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Job title: Project Procurement Manager Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Contract length: 6-9 Months rolling contract Randstad Sourceright, a leading provider of RPO & MSP Recruitment Services is currently recruiting for a Project Procurement Manager to join a World leader offering Products, Solutions and Services across the entire Energy value chain on behalf of a well established manufacturing organisation to play a key role in supporting Manufacturing Operations. You will shape a competitive, sustainable supply chain, partnering globally to drive productivity, quality, and digitalization. As part of the Project Team, you will Integrate Procurement in the project management process and organise, control and monitor all Procurement activities in a project. Some of the duties will include but are not limited to: Embed procurement into the overall project management process. Develop and deliver the procurement strategy to meet cost and timeline targets. Maintain key data and provide documents like Procurement Plans, Bid Comparisons, and Sourcing Boards. Active participation in the tendering process to ensure cost-competitive customer offers. Conduct negotiations to secure favorable Terms & Conditions and cover risk criteria. Ensure proper close-out of the purchase process and handle invoice queries. Lead supplier development on strategic commodities, usually valued over 5m. Source, assess, and maintain strong links with key/strategic suppliers and subcontractors. Maximize the use of SAP, e-Business solutions, and B.I. programs. Manage the quality and timing of purchases against project specifications. Essential Requirements: Ideally holding or working toward CIPS Level 6 / MCIPS (or equivalent experience). Proven track record handling individual purchases ( 5M), annual commodities ( 5M), and framework agreements (> 10M). Solid practical knowledge of contract law, sub-contract packages, and Incoterms. Strong expertise in purchasing manufacturing and project equipment, goods, and services. Experience chairing meetings, giving presentations , and the ability to make autonomous decisions. Mitigate supplier capacity and tooling constraints caused by scaling engine volumes, utilizing MRP systems to safeguard production schedules. Desirable Requirements: Experience handling massive project scopes, specifically managing projects with typical volumes exceeding 100m. Experience using or maximizing specific business systems, such as SAP functionality, e-Business solutions, and Jedox Prior experience leading supplier development for high-value strategic commodities, typically valued at over 5m. Ideally holding or working towards a CIPS qualification level 6 and progressing toward MCIPS.

Executive Chef - Luxury Residential Development London Up to 70,000 + Excellent Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and ambitious Executive Chef to lead the culinary operation within a prestigious new luxury residential development in London. This is not a traditional hotel or restaurant role. You will be creating a truly exceptional dining experience for residents of an exclusive collection of luxury apartments and penthouses, delivering the highest standards of food, service, and hospitality in a sophisticated environment. We are seeking a hands-on Executive Chef with a background in 5-star luxury hotels, private members' clubs, luxury residential developments, or high-end hospitality venues. This role would also suit a talented Head Chef from a luxury environment who is ready to take the next step into their first Executive Chef position. What Makes This Opportunity Different? - Brand-new opening with the opportunity to shape the entire culinary operation from day one - Monday to Friday working pattern available, with weekends generally free - No late-night finishes - Approximately 50 hours per week - Highly competitive salary of up to 70,000 - Excellent benefits package - Opportunity to build and develop your own team as the operation grows - Work within one of London's most prestigious luxury developments - Focus on quality, creativity, and resident satisfaction rather than high-volume service The Role As Executive Chef, you will initially be very hands-on, leading the operation personally during the opening phase before gradually recruiting and developing your own brigade. You will be responsible for: - Creating exceptional seasonal menus and dining experiences - Delivering 5-star standards across all food offerings - Building strong relationships with residents and understanding their preferences - Managing food costs, purchasing, and supplier relationships - Maintaining the highest standards of food safety and kitchen operations - Recruiting, training, and developing the kitchen team as the business grows - Driving a culture of excellence, luxury service, and attention to detail About You - Currently an Executive Chef or a strong Head Chef ready for your first Executive Chef role - Background within 5-star luxury hotels, private members' clubs, luxury residential developments, or similar premium hospitality environments - Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences - Commercially aware with strong kitchen management skills - Hands-on leader who enjoys building teams and setting standards - Calm, professional, and capable of thriving in a start-up environment - Committed to quality, consistency, and outstanding service This is a rare opportunity to join a luxury opening at the very beginning of its journey and create something truly special, while enjoying a healthy work-life balance that is rarely available at this level. If you're looking for a role where you can combine luxury hospitality, leadership, creativity, and quality of life, we'd love to hear from you. INDLP

NPD Lead I Stoke on Trent I £45,000 per annum Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.00pm We are seeking a passionate and innovative NPD Lead to join a well-established and highly respected food manufacturing business in Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic NPD function within a fast-paced environment, delivering high-quality food products (chilled and frozen) across wholesale, retail, and B2B markets. Reporting directly to the Sales Director, you will take ownership of the product development lifecycle-from concept through to successful factory launch-while also driving continuous improvements in manufacturing processes. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the NPD function in line with the company's growth strategy Manage end-to-end product development projects from concept to launch Translate customer briefs into innovative, commercially viable products Ensure all NPD procedures, specifications, and factory documentation are completed accurately Oversee kitchen trials, factory trials, and product validation processes Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, consistency, and cost performance Collaborate closely with production, technical, purchasing, and sales teams Source and develop innovative ingredients and supplier solutions Conduct market research, trend analysis, and competitor benchmarking Present product concepts and proposals confidently to customers and stakeholders Support cost optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives Contribute to the wider strategic development of the business About You We are looking for an ambitious and forward-thinking individual with a genuine passion for food innovation and product development. Essential Criteria Proven experience within food manufacturing or FMCG Strong knowledge of NPD processes and product lifecycle management Previous leadership or team management experience Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills Strong project management and organisational ability Commercial awareness with a customer-focused mindset Proactive, hands-on approach with a "can-do" attitude Ideally you will have Minimum 3 years' experience managing an NPD team or similar department Experience working with chilled and frozen food categories Experience working with both retail and B2B customer accounts This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact within a growing and energetic business that values innovation, quality, and collaboration. You will play a key role in shaping the future product portfolio while driving operational excellence. Apply Now or contact (url removed) (phone number removed) Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those shortlisted will be personally contacted. INDCOM

Design Engineer - Mechanical / Electrical Location: Peterlee, County Durham (Full-Time Onsite) Rate: Up to £328 per day Duration: 12-Month Contract Working Hours: Monday - Thursday: 7:30am - 4:00pm / Friday: 7:30am - 12:00pm. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Design Engineer to join a leading global engineering and manufacturing organisation, working on next-generation technology, major product developments, and future machine platforms. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in new product design, vehicle systems integration, and engineering innovation while working alongside multidisciplinary teams in a highly collaborative environment. The Opportunity You'll be responsible for delivering design solutions across complex mechanical and electrical systems, supporting projects from concept through to production. Working within a close-knit engineering team, you'll contribute to new technology initiatives, major model updates, and continuous product improvements. This role offers genuine ownership, technical challenge, and the opportunity to influence the design of industry-leading equipment used worldwide. Key Responsibilities Lead design and integration projects across mechanical and electrical systems. Develop harness routing, installation schemes, brackets, enclosures, and supporting structures. Support new product development programmes and major platform updates. Collaborate with manufacturing, purchasing, suppliers, and product support teams. Manage project deliverables relating to quality, cost, validation, and timing. Participate in design reviews, prototype builds, testing, and validation activities. Ensure designs meet performance, durability, manufacturability, and serviceability requirements. Provide technical leadership and support across multiple engineering projects. What We're Looking For Essential Experience Proven experience leading engineering or design projects. Strong product design and development background. Experience in vehicle systems integration, harness routing, packaging, or installation design. Proficiency with Creo, Vis View, and Teamcenter. Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Industry Experience Applications are welcomed from candidates with backgrounds in: Automotive Off-Highway Equipment Agricultural Machinery Industrial Equipment Mobile Equipment Any engineering environment involving harness routing and systems integration Desirable Qualifications Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Equivalent industry experience will also be considered. What's On Offer? Up to £328 per day. 12-month contract with strong potential for extension. Opportunity to work on innovative technologies and future product platforms. Exposure to complex engineering projects from concept through production. Collaborative engineering environment with excellent development opportunities.

Warehouse Manager Location: Wallingford Hours: 40 hours per week Full time We are looking for an experienced and motivated Warehouse Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our warehouse and logistics function. This is a hands-on leadership role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, responsible for ensuring the efficient receipt, storage, control and dispatch of stock while maintaining high standards of accuracy, safety and productivity. The successful candidate will lead a small team, drive continuous improvement, and work closely with Production and other departments to ensure materials are available to meet business demands. Key Responsibilities Manage the daily operations of the warehouse, goods-in and despatch functions. Lead, motivate and develop warehouse staff to achieve operational targets. Oversee the receipt, inspection and storage of incoming goods. Ensure stock movements are accurately recorded and inventory levels are maintained. Manage stock control processes, including cycle counting and stock audits. Ensure strict adherence to FIFO principles and stock rotation procedures. Coordinate the timely kitting and issuing of materials to support production schedules. Monitor warehouse performance and identify opportunities for process improvements. Ensure the safe loading and unloading of vehicles and efficient movement of stock. Work closely with Production, Purchasing and Logistics teams to ensure customer requirements are met. Maintain compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company procedures. Manage warehouse resources, equipment and storage capacity effectively. About You Previous experience in a Warehouse Manager, Logistics Manager or Stock Control Manager position. Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, stock control and despatch procedures. Experience working within a manufacturing or production environment. Proven leadership and people management skills. Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities. Strong communication skills and the ability to work across multiple departments. Computer literate with experience of warehouse management systems. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities. Desirable SAP experience. Forklift licence or experience managing FLT operations. Continuous improvement or lean manufacturing experience. If you have a proven track record in warehouse management and are looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you. Apply Directly or call (phone number removed).

Role: Project Engineer (Electrical)Shift: Monday to Friday, Days Salary: £55,000 - £57,500 + Bonus Private Health cover + Life Assurance (x6 annual salary) + full comprehensive sickness Location: Exeter Are you an electrically biased Project Engineer looking for a role with variety, career development, and excellent work-life balance? This is a rare opportunity to join a world-class, globally recognised production site that is a leader in its field. Backed by a multi-billion-pound global turnover, this company is a powerhouse in it's field supplying critical components worldwide. With heavy investment in engineering and infrastructure, they offer exciting opportunities to drive key projects, improve manufacturing efficiency, and work on state-of-the-art machinery and site-wide upgrades. If you have a strong background in electrical engineering, project management, and reliability improvement, this could be the perfect role for you. What You'll Be Doing Leading projects to upgrade and install cutting-edge manufacturing machinery and all site infrastructure. Sourcing, specifying, and purchasing machines, equipment, and components to enhance production efficiency. Supervising contractors, ensuring work is delivered on time, within budget, and to safety standards. Developing project plans for equipment installations, layout modifications, and cost-reduction initiatives. Driving reliability excellence (REX), identifying long-term solutions to recurring engineering issues. Supporting the Maintenance team with technical expertise and fault-finding on critical plant equipment. Managing technical documentation, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards. What's In It for You? Work-life balance - Monday to Friday days Generous annual leave package - 25 days + BHs + 3 day Christmas shutdown on top Job stability & security - work for a financially strong and well-established company. Annual bonus Annual Pay Reviews 10% employer pension contribution - significantly above industry standard. Private Health Cover, 6x annual salary life assurance & full sick pay (6 months full and 6 months half pay). Job stability & security - work for a financially strong and well-established company. Exciting project work - be part of long-term investment and site improvement. Professional development - funding for further qualifications and specialist training. Company-wide performance & attendance bonuses. What We're Looking For HNC or equivalent in Electrical or Controls Engineering (or relevant engineering qualifications & experience). Experience in engineering projects, equipment installation, or manufacturing improvements. Strong understanding of OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and reliability engineering. CAD experience and familiarity with CMMS, Oracle, or automation systems (desirable). Multiskilled knowledge (electrical & mechanical) would be an advantage. Confident working with Microsoft Office & project planning tools. Excellent communication skills - able to collaborate across engineering and operations teams. Are You Up for the Challenge? This is an exciting opportunity to join an elite engineering team, working in a role that offers variety, technical challenge, and real career progression. Whether you're an experienced Project Engineer, Electrical Engineer, or a hands-on Engineer looking to step up into an office based project role, we want to hear from you! Apply now to discuss further details with our specialist engineering recruiter, Liam Reid! Know someone who might be interested? We offer a generous referral scheme!

Founding SDR, London, £50,000-£70,000 + OTE About the Opportunity Our client is an innovative and well-funded technology company transforming operational efficiency within the healthcare sector. As the business continues to scale across multiple international markets, they are looking to hire a Founding SDR to help build and execute the next phase of their commercial growth strategy. The Role This is a highly commercial, hands-on position suited to someone who enjoys creating opportunities, testing new approaches, and working closely with leadership in a fast-moving environment. Unlike a traditional SDR role focused purely on activity metrics, this position involves owning the journey from lead generation through to qualified opportunity creation. You will work across inbound enquiries, outbound prospecting, referral channels, events, strategic account targeting, and marketing-generated demand. Key Responsibilities Engage and qualify inbound enquiries and marketing-generated leads, prioritising rapid response and phone-based outreach where appropriate. Build targeted prospect lists using a combination of sales intelligence platforms, professional networks, AI-enabled research tools, and market insight. Execute multi-channel prospecting campaigns across phone, email, LinkedIn, events, partnerships, and referral networks. Assess opportunities based on business challenges, urgency, organisational structure, existing systems, buying processes, budget considerations, and commercial fit. Maintain accurate CRM records, opportunity notes, and source attribution. Monitor and report on lead conversion metrics throughout the sales funnel. Provide feedback to marketing and leadership teams regarding messaging effectiveness, target audiences, campaign performance, and market trends. Contribute to the development and refinement of the company's go-to-market strategy and sales processes. What Success Looks Like Success in this role is measured by the quality of pipeline generated, speed of engagement, consistency of qualification, and contribution to commercial learning - not simply by activity volume. Key outcomes include: Establishing an effective lead response process. Building and managing high-quality target account lists. Improving CRM accuracy and data quality. Consistently generating qualified opportunities for the sales team. Identifying the channels, messaging, and buyer personas that drive genuine purchasing intent. Reducing time spent by senior leadership on early-stage qualification. Providing valuable market insight that helps shape future growth strategies. What we are looking for Approximately 2 5 years' experience in sales development, business development, recruitment, lead generation, commercial partnerships, or a similarly target-driven environment. Demonstrated ability to proactively create opportunities through research, outreach, networking, and relationship building. A strong interest in healthcare, technology, AI, or operational transformation. Confidence engaging with senior decision-makers, including business owners, operational leaders, clinical stakeholders, and executives. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail and CRM discipline. A modern, technology-enabled approach to work, including the use of AI and productivity tools to improve efficiency and output. The ability to thrive in a startup or scale-up environment where priorities, messaging, and processes may evolve rapidly. What's on Offer Competitive base salary and commission structure. Equity participation opportunity. Direct exposure to founders and senior leadership. Significant autonomy and ownership. The chance to help shape the commercial growth strategy of a rapidly scaling technology business. A collaborative, entrepreneurial environment with strong long-term career progression potential. If you would like to find out more, click apply!

End-to-end purchasing strategy UK manufacturing operations Visible business impact Birmingham Circa. £50,000 + benefits We're working with a renowned manufacturing business looking to appoint a Purchasing & Scheduling Manager to take ownership of procurement, production planning and inventory management across its UK operation.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys improving processes, building supplier relationships and ensuring manufacturing operations run smoothly. The role offers a mix of strategic responsibility and hands-on involvement, with the opportunity to make a real impact on business performance. What you'll be doing as Purchasing & Scheduling Manager: Leading purchasing activities and supplier relationships Driving production planning and scheduling across the manufacturing operation Ensuring materials and stock are available to support customer demand Working closely with manufacturing, warehouse, finance and commercial teams Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs and enhance service levels Leading and developing a small team About you: You may already be a Purchasing & Scheduling Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Procurement Manager, Planning Manager or Senior Buyer looking for your next challenge.We're interested in speaking with people who have experience within a manufacturing environment and who enjoy solving problems, improving processes and building strong relationships across a business.Most importantly, you'll be commercially minded, organised, proactive and motivated by making a tangible difference. Why apply? Key leadership role within a growing business Opportunity to influence purchasing and operational strategy International exposure and collaboration Supportive and collaborative culture Genuine opportunity to drive change and continuous improvement Interested? Apply today for a confidential discussion quoting job reference 10413.

Procurement & Supply Chain Director Worcestershire Full Time Salary: £85,000 - £100,000 + Bonus + Benefits Are you an outstanding procurement and supply chain leader looking for an opportunity to shape strategy, influence key business decisions and drive operational performance on a global scale? We're seeking an exceptional Procurement & Supply Chain Director to join a successful and ambitious business at an exciting stage of growth. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you'll take ownership of global sourcing, procurement strategy, inventory management, logistics and supply chain performance across an international supplier network. The successful candidate will combine strategic procurement expertise with hands-on supply chain leadership, bringing deep experience of international sourcing, inventory optimisation, logistics management and commercial decision making. This is a rare opportunity for a commercially astute leader to make a significant impact, driving operational excellence, strengthening supplier partnerships and delivering measurable improvements in cost, efficiency and business performance. We're particularly interested in candidates who combine strong academic credentials with exceptional commercial acumen, analytical rigour and a proven ability to drive business performance. What You'll Be Doing . Developing and executing the company's global procurement and supply chain strategy . Leading international sourcing activities and strategic supplier partnerships . Negotiating high-value supplier agreements and commercial contracts . Driving inventory optimisation, forecasting accuracy and stock availability . Leading demand forecasting and rolling purchase planning across multiple product categories . Managing inventory optimisation, safety stock strategies and stock availability performance . Working closely with ERP systems to drive purchasing, inventory and supply chain visibility . Building supplier relationships across Asia, Europe and the UK, ensuring resilience and continuity of supply . Overseeing import logistics, freight management and third-party logistics providers . Managing freight costs, landed cost analysis and supply chain performance metrics . Identifying opportunities to improve margins, reduce costs and enhance operational efficiency . Managing supply chain risk and building resilience across international supply networks . Ensuring compliance with UK and international trade, customs and import regulations . Providing strategic reporting and insight to senior stakeholders . Leading and developing high-performing procurement and supply chain teams . Championing continuous improvement and data-driven decision making throughout the business . Partnering with finance to support budgeting, margin improvement, working capital management and forecasting About You . A strong academic background with a degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Economics, Operations or a related discipline . Strong academic credentials, with postgraduate qualifications such as an MBA, MSc or MCIPS highly regarded . Minimum 8-10 years' experience within procurement and supply chain leadership, including Director or Head of level responsibility . Experience leading procurement and supply chain functions within complex international environments . Proven experience managing international sourcing, particularly across Asia-Pacific markets . Proven success delivering cost reduction, inventory optimisation and operational excellence programmes . Deep expertise in global sourcing, supplier negotiation and contract management . Strong understanding of demand planning, inventory optimisation and stock management methodologies . Experience managing freight providers, import logistics and third-party logistics partners . Experience working with ERP systems such as Orderwise, Microsoft Dynamics or equivalent enterprise platforms . Experience managing procurement budgets, cost reduction initiatives and margin improvement programmes . Strong commercial and financial acumen with experience influencing senior decision makers . Advanced Excel and analytical modelling capability with a data-led approach to decision making . Exceptional analytical capability and a data-led approach to problem solving . Experience building, developing and leading high-performing teams . The ability to operate effectively at both strategic and operational levels . A track record of delivering measurable commercial results through supply chain transformation and continuous improvement initiatives Desirable Experience . MCIPS qualification, Chartered MCIPS preferred . MBA, MSc or other postgraduate qualification . Experience within manufacturing, distribution, retail products or consumer goods environments . Experience managing international logistics, freight operations and 3PL providers . Knowledge of ERP systems such as Orderwise, Microsoft Dynamics or similar . Experience operating across UK and international supply chains . Experience managing supply chains affected by global freight volatility and international sourcing challenges . Knowledge of UK and EU customs, import regulations and post-Brexit supply chain requirements . Experience developing KPI frameworks and presenting to Board or Senior Leadership teams . Experience leading transformation, change or continuous improvement projects . Formal project management qualifications such as Prince2, PMP or Agile certifications What's On Offer . Salary of £85,000 - £100,000 per annum . Performance-related bonus . Senior leadership position reporting directly to the Managing Director . Opportunity to shape procurement and supply chain strategy across a growing international business . International supplier and sourcing responsibility . Ongoing professional development opportunities . Long-term career growth within an ambitious organisation How to Apply Apply now and a member of the Workforce team will be in touch to discuss your application. Or contact: P: (phone number removed) M: (phone number removed) E: (url removed) CheltPro

Business Development Manager London (inside M25 area) Join a market leader and drive further business growth Salary: Up to £48,000 (depending on experience) + bonus/commission (earn up to 100% of salary!) Package: Company car/allowance, hybrid working, flexible benefits, and up to 27 days holiday (+ bank holidays & additional leave purchase scheme) Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday Friday Sector: Packaging Solutions & Distribution Unpack a rewarding sales career with Macfarlane Packaging At Macfarlane Packaging, we re in the business of protecting what matters our people, our customers, and the planet. We re also passionate about protecting and growing careers, and this is your opportunity to thrive in a role where success is truly rewarded. With over 75 years of industry expertise, we offer stability, innovation, and a dynamic environment where high performance is recognised. Our fast-paced, results-driven approach challenges and stretches our team, but it also provides genuine opportunities for personal and professional growth. If you're ready to take control of your earnings and career progression, read on Your Role: Business Development Manager In this role, you ll be at the forefront of continually expanding our market presence within London. Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager and responsible for a £3M+ turnover territory, you ll use your consultative sales approach to build a robust sales pipeline and convert new customer relationships. You ll spend much of your time in the field networking, cold-calling, and following up on marketing activities while conducting packaging audits, preparing proposals, and closing deals to ensure a smooth onboarding process. What You ll Be Doing Drive business growth by developing and implementing a sales plan that secures new customer relationships across your territory. Utilise a consultative approach to negotiate commercial terms, assess opportunities, and maximise profitability while expanding our customer base. Engage with key decision-makers through networking, cold-calling, and packaging audits to uncover cross-selling and upselling opportunities. Collaborate with regional and national teams to ensure seamless customer onboarding, maintain high service standards, and support effective sales administration. Leverage CRM tools (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics) to track leads, manage your sales pipeline, and support solution development. What We re Looking For We re seeking a driven professional with a passion for new business development. Specifically, we d love to see: A minimum of two years experience in a client acquisition focused, B2B field sales role with a proven track record in securing new business. Ideally some previous experience of packaging related sales (and understanding of products/technical specifications). Demonstrated success in a consultative, solutions based sales approach with strong negotiation and closing skills. Experience planning and executing sales campaigns including cold-calling, networking, and leveraging referrals to meet challenging sales targets. Proven ability in managing margin control and optimising profit margins during negotiations. Excellent presentation and communication skills, both in person and in writing. Self-motivation, resilience, and the ability to work autonomously with strong commercial acumen. A valid UK driving licence, residence on patch within the stipulated territory, and a willingness to travel across the region and to our site in Harlow regularly. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems (experience with Microsoft Dynamics is advantageous). Why Choose Macfarlane We reward your achievements with a competitive salary and a fantastic benefits package, including: 25 days holiday (rising to 27 with service) + bank holidays Additional holiday purchasing scheme Flexible benefits, including enhanced pension and life assurance A choice of company car or cash allowance (including electric options) Wellbeing and employee assistance programs Extensive training and career development opportunities Employee discounts, volunteering days, and more! Shape Your Future with Us We empower our people to achieve their ambitions. Whether you re seeking leadership opportunities or specialist training, we provide structured career pathways for growth including accredited programs with the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM) and the Institute of Sales Professionals (ISP). The possibilities are limitless. Ready to Drive Business Growth We re moving fast to find the right candidate, so apply now! Click Apply to submit your up-to-date CV. All applications will be acknowledged. We re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. No recruitment agencies, please.

ST Talent is proud to be partnering with a well-established and growing manufacturer within the upholstery sector to recruit an ambitious Business Development Manager . This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven professional with industry experience to spearhead expansion into new European markets from the company's UK headquarters in Leeds. The successful candidate will play a key role in identifying, targeting, and developing new business opportunities across Europe, helping to establish long-term partnerships and increase market presence in both existing and emerging territories. The Role As Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for building a robust pipeline of new business opportunities through proactive market development and customer engagement. Key responsibilities include: Identifying and targeting new customers across European markets within the upholstery, furniture, bedding, fibre, filling, and related manufacturing sectors. Conducting detailed market mapping and competitor analysis to identify growth opportunities. Developing and executing market entry strategies for new territories. Making high-volume outbound prospecting calls and introducing the company's products and services to potential clients. Arranging and attending face-to-face meetings with prospective customers throughout Europe. Building strong relationships with key decision-makers and purchasing teams. Managing the sales process from initial introduction through to negotiation and account onboarding. Collaborating closely with internal teams to ensure customer requirements are met. Representing the business at industry events, exhibitions, and trade shows where required. Producing regular sales forecasts, pipeline updates, and market intelligence reports. What We're Looking For Previous experience in a Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, International Sales, or Commercial Development role. Industry knowledge within upholstery, fibre, fillings, furniture components, textiles, bedding, foam products, or related manufacturing sectors. Proven success in generating new business through cold calling, prospecting, and relationship building. Experience conducting market mapping and identifying new commercial opportunities. Confidence engaging with customers at all levels, from buyers to senior leadership teams. Willingness and ability to travel regularly throughout Europe. Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills. Self-motivated, target-driven, and capable of working independently. Additional European language skills would be advantageous but are not essential. What's on Offer Opportunity to lead international market expansion initiatives. Competitive salary and performance-related bonus structure. International travel opportunities. Supportive and growing business with ambitious expansion plans. Long-term career progression and development opportunities. If you have a background in upholstery, fibre, fillings, furniture components, or related manufacturing sectors and are excited by the prospect of developing new European markets, we'd love to hear from you. To apply or find out more, contact ST Talent today.

Title: Project Manager Duration: 12 Months Location: Sheffield (Minimum 3 days per week onsite) Rate: 60- 62p/h via Umbrella Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, in alignment with subcontracted Project Controllers. Monitor and control the project budget to ensure efficient use of funds and compliance with financial constraints. Identify, record, and manage risks and issues, while developing and implementing mitigation strategies and capturing opportunities where appropriate. Support the technical team (PI and engineers) in delivering technical outcomes, ensuring research activity and deliverables meet required standards and that transition points are achieved. This will include checking with engineers on the status of RL gates. Coordinate procurement activities in collaboration with technical leads, SM, ISC, and business support specialists. Lead the project team, fostering effective communication and collaboration among internal team members and external partners. Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including reports, meeting minutes, change logs, and progress updates. Lead reporting activities within the consortium to ensure reports are delivered on time and to the required quality and format. Work closely with the POC to communicate relevant information in line with the agreed scope and budget to the UK Government. The Lead will retain responsibility for the relationship with leadership and the UK Government. Escalate issues to leadership, where necessary, in a timely manner. Coordinate with HICOMS projects to ensure plans are delivered within agreed timelines and to the required specifications. Lead project management meetings with partners, both at consortium level and in one-to-one meetings. Meet regularly with the Lead to align on finances, milestones, and other execution metrics. Provide relevant information, including project updates and financial data, to the Portfolio Lead as required. Required Qualifications & Experience Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Certified Project Manager (e.g., PMP, Prince2 Practitioner) preferred. 5+ years' project management experience in R&D, engineering, or research programme environments. Demonstrable experience managing government-funded projects and delivering formal reporting to government stakeholders (namely ATI and IUK). Experience working in a portfolio environment and coordinating multiple projects to achieve strategic outcomes. Experience communicating project status to senior leadership through written communication. Required Skills & Competencies Strong planning and financial management skills, including budgeting and cost control. Expertise in risk and issue management, with a proven ability to implement effective mitigation strategies. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, both verbal and written. Proven ability to support technical teams and translate technical progress into project deliverables and gate approvals. Strong procurement coordination experience and understanding of contracting and purchasing processes. Strong team leadership skills, including motivating teams, performance management, and conflict resolution. Familiarity with relevant compliance, ethics, and documentation standards, including UK requirements and client policies. Thank you for taking the time to apply! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Sales Support Team Leader Location: Office-Based- Doncaster Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Salary: 40,000 - 42,000 + Bonus SchemeOur client is a leading supplier of construction consumables and equipment, serving major contractors and national housebuilders across the UK. With a catalogue of over 30,000 products, they support some of the country's largest construction businesses They are looking for a commercially astute and customer-focused Sales Support Team Leader to join their growing team based in Doncaster. This is an inbound role where you'll manage customer enquiries, prepare quotations, and provide advice and support to customers across a wide range of construction products. You'll work closely with the external sales team, suppliers, and customers to ensure every enquiry is handled efficiently and professionally. Most importantly, they are looking for someone who genuinely cares about delivering an outstanding customer experience, ensuring the customer feels supported, valued, and confident they have the right solution. What You'll Be Doing Managing a busy inbox of inbound customer enquiries Preparing quotations and processing customer requests Building trusted advisor relationships with customers Understanding customer requirements and recommending suitable products and solutions Handling technical product enquiries and developing product knowledge Liaising with suppliers to source products and secure the best commercial outcomes Resolving customer issues quickly and effectively Supporting customers from initial enquiry through to order completion Monitoring opportunities and helping maximise quote conversion rates Working closely with colleagues across sales, operations, and purchasing Understand when flexibility is needed to win business, protect relationships, or maximise profitability. Requirements Strong customer service background Commercially minded with excellent decision-making skills Confident managing multiple enquiries and priorities Excellent communication skills Able to build credibility and trust with customers quickly Technical Curiosity- You don't need to be a construction expert already, but you do need a genuine desire to learn. Construction industry experience, trade experience, or strong DIY knowledge would be beneficial but is not essential Benefits 40,000 - 42,000 salary Bonus scheme Clear progression opportunities Stable, growing business with ambitious plans Supportive team environment Opportunity to make a real impact within the business If you're passionate about customer service, enjoy solving problems, have strong commercial awareness, and want to build a long-term career with a growing business, we'd love to hear from you. You'll join an established Sales Support team alongside two existing team members. While previous team leadership experience is not essential, this role offers significant development opportunities. For the right person, there is genuine potential to grow into a management position within 12 months and become a key support to the Sales Director, helping to analyse opportunities, conversion rates, and team performance.

Morson Edge are currently recruiting for a Project Management Specialist to work on the behalf of one of our prestigious clients based in Sheffield. This is a contract role for 12 months, with possibility of extension. Main Responsibilities • Lead the project from initiation through to completion, ensuring delivery against objectives while effectively managing resources, risks, and stakeholder expectations. Responsible for the IHSS portfolio, ensuring IHSS, COMPASS and HICOMS remain aligned to agreed schedules and commitments. This is a 12-month backfill role reporting to the our clients Lead for IHSS. Key Responsibilities • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, in alignment with subcontracted Project Controllers. • Monitor and control the project budget to ensure efficient use of funds and compliance with financial constraints. • Identify, record, and manage risks and issues, while developing and implementing mitigation strategies and capturing opportunities where appropriate. • Support the technical team (PI and engineers) in delivering technical outcomes, ensuring research activity and deliverables meet required standards and that transition points are achieved. This will include checking with engineers on the status of RL gates. • Coordinate procurement activities in collaboration with technical leads, SM, ISC, and business support specialists. • Lead the project team, fostering effective communication and collaboration among internal team members and external partners. • Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including reports, meeting minutes, change logs, and progress updates. • Lead reporting activities within the consortium to ensure reports are delivered on time and to the required quality and format. Work closely with the our clients POC to communicate relevant information in line with the agreed scope and budget to the UK Government. Our clients Lead will retain responsibility for the relationship with our clients leadership and the UK Government. • Escalate issues to leadership, where necessary, in a timely manner. • Coordinate with HICOMS projects to ensure plans are delivered within agreed timelines and to the required specifications. • Lead project management meetings with partners, both at consortium level and in one-to-one meetings. • Meet regularly with the our clients Lead to align on finances, milestones, and other execution metrics. • Provide relevant information, including project updates and financial data, to the Portfolio Lead as required. Accountability • Accountable for successful project delivery, including achievement of agreed objectives, timelines, and budget. • Accountable for the quality and timeliness of reporting to the UK Government and other stakeholders. • Responsible for team performance, engagement, and compliance with applicable regulations, ethics, and corporate policies (e.g., UK documentation standards, our clients Start Right/Continuous Right, Quads & ProMPT, GTC). • Makes decisions regarding resource allocation and team management for the assigned project(s). • As project lead, accountable for integrating all partners into the project plan, objectives, and requirements. Authority • Project owner for assigned project(s) (for example, IHSS), with authority to allocate resources and manage budget within the project. • Authority to make team management decisions, resolve team or stakeholder conflicts, and maintain project integrity and momentum. Required Qualifications & Experience • Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience). • Certified Project Manager (e.g., PMP, Prince2 Practitioner) preferred. • 5+ years project management experience in R&D, engineering, or research programme environments. • Demonstrable experience managing government-funded projects and delivering formal reporting to government stakeholders (namely ATI and IUK). • Experience working in a portfolio environment and coordinating multiple projects to achieve strategic outcomes • Experience communicating project status to senior leadership through written communication. Required Skills & Competencies • Strong planning and financial management skills, including budgeting and cost control. • Expertise in risk and issue management, with a proven ability to implement effective mitigation strategies. • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, both verbal and written. • Proven ability to support technical teams and translate technical progress into project deliverables and gate approvals. • Strong procurement coordination experience and understanding of contracting and purchasing processes. • Strong team leadership skills, including motivating teams, performance management, and conflict resolution. • Familiarity with relevant compliance, ethics, and documentation standards, including UK requirements and our clients policies. Desirable • Experience working with UK Government departments or international government stakeholders. • Previous experience within aerospace, defence, or complex technical R&D programmes. If this position is of interest to you, please apply below or contact Alex for more information. (url removed)

Design Engineer - Mechanical/Electrical Location: Peterlee, County Durham (Full-Time Onsite) Rate: Up to £328 per day Duration: 12-Month Contract Working Hours: Monday - Thursday: 7:30am - 4:00pm/Friday: 7:30am - 12:00pm. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Design Engineer to join a leading global engineering and manufacturing organisation, working on next-generation technology, major product developments, and future machine platforms. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in new product design, vehicle systems integration, and engineering innovation while working alongside multidisciplinary teams in a highly collaborative environment. The Opportunity You'll be responsible for delivering design solutions across complex mechanical and electrical systems, supporting projects from concept through to production. Working within a close-knit engineering team, you'll contribute to new technology initiatives, major model updates, and continuous product improvements. This role offers genuine ownership, technical challenge, and the opportunity to influence the design of industry-leading equipment used worldwide. Key Responsibilities Lead design and integration projects across mechanical and electrical systems. Develop harness routing, installation schemes, brackets, enclosures, and supporting structures. Support new product development programmes and major platform updates. Collaborate with manufacturing, purchasing, suppliers, and product support teams. Manage project deliverables relating to quality, cost, validation, and timing. Participate in design reviews, prototype builds, testing, and validation activities. Ensure designs meet performance, durability, manufacturability, and serviceability requirements. Provide technical leadership and support across multiple engineering projects. What We're Looking For Essential Experience Proven experience leading engineering or design projects. Strong product design and development background. Experience in vehicle systems integration, harness routing, packaging, or installation design. Proficiency with Creo, Vis View, and Teamcenter. Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Industry Experience Applications are welcomed from candidates with backgrounds in: Automotive Off-Highway Equipment Agricultural Machinery Industrial Equipment Mobile Equipment Any engineering environment involving harness routing and systems integration Desirable Qualifications Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Equivalent industry experience will also be considered. What's On Offer? Up to £328 per day. 12-month contract with strong potential for extension. Opportunity to work on innovative technologies and future product platforms. Exposure to complex engineering projects from concept through production. Collaborative engineering environment with excellent development opportunities.

OE Leader Pitstone, Bucks Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including: 8% Bonus, Excellent Pension, 33 Days Holiday, Dental, BUPA, Nursery scheme, Early finish on Fridays, Enhanced family friendly policies, Wellbeing programme, Employee assistance programme, Subsidised canteen At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision Your Role As OE Leader, you'll lead Original Equipment Operations & Test departments, ensuring that the business strategy is deployed, and business performance targets are achieved. You'll develop, reinforce and align between stakeholders and internal production activities to optimize inventory, improve business performance and stimulate employee engagement. Key responsibilities: Lead OE Operations Function, of roughly 100 employees, driving culture of high engagement Customer Satisfaction with the following KPI's: OTD, OQD and Notification of Escape Internal and External Audits (Customers, AS9100, etc.) Define roadmap to deliver End to End OTD greater than 95 per cent for OE and quality under 250ppm Ensure and optimise alignment between purchasing and internal production activities Drive maximum efficiency and optimised productivity of resources across Operations through continuous monitoring of OTD, OQD and people engagement Motivate and lead employees in organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling to ensure that desired results are achieved in day-to-day operations and in meeting mid-to long term strategic goals; financial plan (sales, margin, free cash flow) and customer satisfaction Ownership for OE Operations review of S&OP efficiency to deliver business and financial performance Integrates appropriate quality control methods into Operations What You'll Bring: Significant experience in Operations and/or Supply Chain management with increasing leadership responsibility Demonstrable track record of achieving delivery, financial performance, customer satisfaction & sales targets Aerospace Operations knowledge Demonstrated Continuous Improvement mindset and proven ability of delivering improving efficiency, performance and cost effectiveness Program/project management experience and methodologies Strong leader of change management and transformation with a collaborative, coaching approach Resilient and adaptable comfortable working in a fast paced environment Excellent planning and organisation skills, results focused At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone. We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.

Contracts Manager/Purchasing Manager Manufacturing Barnsley Up to 75,000 + Travel Aboard + Annual Bonus + 25 Days Holiday + Private Healthcare + Life Insurance + 5% Pension + Training + Progression Are you a Contracts Manager/Purchasing Manager from a manufacturing or engineering background, looking to join a cutting-edge, global leader in mobile elevated work platforms, where you will be rewarded with ongoing training, genuine progression routes and the chance to shape a world-class supplier base? Do you want the opportunity to join a close-knit, family-feel organisation that has grown into one of the world's leading privately owned designers and manufacturers of mobile elevated work platforms, supplying customers in over 40 countries and operating from state-of-the-art UK centres of excellence? On offer is a fantastic opening to join a highly reputable and stable business with over 500 employees, where you will play a key role in the development and performance of the global supplier base. You will be joining a company known for investing in their people, offering excellent long-term career prospects, continual development and the chance to make a real impact. In the role you will oversee the supplier base for the Hoyland site, working closely with the Milton Keynes purchasing team to manage key commodity groups. You will lead, support and coach the purchasing team, develop supplier relationships, negotiate commercially secure long-term agreements, support new product introduction projects and ensure the smooth scheduling, procurement and delivery of materials through MRP. You will travel internationally when required to engage with global suppliers and ensure world-class supply chain performance. This role would suit a Contracts Manager/Purchasing Manager background with experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment looking to join a cutting-edge, global leader in mobile elevated work platforms, where you will be rewarded with ongoing training, genuine progression routes and the chance to shape a world-class supplier base. The Role: Oversee supplier portfolio, negotiate contracts and develop global supply base Lead, coach and develop the purchasing team while supporting NPI and supplier improvement projects Manage MRP purchasing, delivery schedules, cost-down activities and supplier performance The Person: Buyer/ Purchasing/ Procurement background Worked within manufacturing/ Engineering environment Based in Barnsley

Materials Planner/Scheduler Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 dep on experience Location: Stansted / Bishop's Stortford (Head Office Based) Hours: Monday - Thursday 8.15-5.15 Friday 8.15-12.45 (39 hours a week hours to be made up within the weekday) About the Materials Planner/Scheduler Role We are seeking a highly organised and detail-focused Materials Planner to join a busy head office team within a technical manufacturing and distribution environment. This is primarily an administrative planning role, ideal for someone who enjoys working with data, numbers and schedules, and takes pride in keeping systems accurate and operations running smoothly. You will play a key role in maintaining stock levels, supporting production planning and ensuring materials are available when required, using SAP and MRP systems on a daily basis. Full training will be provided for the right individual. Materials Planner/Scheduler Key Responsibilities Maintain and update material planning data within SAP Use MRP to generate and review material requirements Monitor stock levels and highlight potential shortages Assist in planning schedules to support production and customer demand Produce reports and analyse stock data Support purchasing with accurate planning information Liaise with internal departments to ensure smooth material flow Maintain accurate records and planning documentation Materials Planner/Scheduler About You Previous experience in a Materials Planning role is not essential. We are open to candidates from administrative, analytical or structured office-based backgrounds who demonstrate the right attitude and aptitude. What is essential is: A strong analytical mindset and comfort working with numbers and data High levels of organisation and attention to detail Confidence and self-assurance when working with senior leadership The ability to communicate clearly and stand firm on planning requirements when necessary A proactive, solutions-focused approach A willingness to learn and develop within a structured business environment This Materials Planner/Scheduler role would suit someone who enjoys structured, process-driven work and wants to build a long-term career within supply chain or planning. If you feel that you are the right person for this role please contact Heather

IT Support Engineer (Weekend Shift - 4 day working week) We are recruiting for an IT Support Engineer to support our customers. You will be based at our head office in Whiteley. You will sit with our knowledgeable Service Desk when at head office, who will fully support you in your day to day. You will be utilising your excellent and prompt customer support skills and will represent Tailor Made Technologies in a professional and courteous manner over the phone, email and face to face. This role operates on a 4-day working week, Friday through Monday (preferred) or Saturday through Tuesday, with working hours of 8:00am to 6:00pm. Weekend shifts (Saturday and Sunday) are worked from home, with weekdays based at the office in Whiteley. Who is Tailor Made Technologies Join a Trusted Partner for Transformative Managed Technology. Experts in Managed IT, Cyber Security and Communications solutions, Tailor Made Technologies (TMT) is on a mission to help small and medium-sized enterprises leverage business technology to achieve their goals. Partnership-focused with a deep and deliberate understanding of customers' strategic goals, our in-house teams tailor our services to suit every client's unique requirement and drive business growth. Through comprehensive offerings, broad technical knowledge and excellent customer service, we ensure your business-critical IT and Communications systems work seamlessly in the background, unleashing you to fulfil your targets. Benefits of working for Tailor Made Technologies: A competitive salary Training opportunities set out with a clear training structure Progressive working environment with access to voice your opinions to decision makers 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Birthday day Flexi Health plan cover IT Purchasing Scheme Company Pension Free onsite parking and a brilliant breakout room which provides a free breakfast and a pool table Duties and Responsibilities of our IT Support Engineer: To provide excellent customer care and support through efficient and organised ticket management. Providing first response fixes to customers via the phone, face to face, or email. Providing resolution to incidents, requests, and appropriately escalating all others. Ticket triage - assessing ticket priorities and escalating when required. Liaising with third parties and customers with regards to incident resolution and requests. Handling customer requests and escalate according to company procedures. Manage work queues and prioritise events, ensuring compliance with SLAs. Assist the service desk team leader in managing our service desk to deliver excellent customer service. Work efficiently and productively to achieve and exceed SLAs and KPIs. Your Previous Experience: Experience with how an ITIL service desk runs. Active Directory configuration and administration. An understanding of Group Policy. General networking skills. An understanding of DNS. Good understanding of Office 365. Good understanding of Microsoft Azure. An understanding of Microsoft Intune. Essential Skills: Excellent communication skills. Organisational skills. Results driven with a proven track record of achieving. Team player. Self-motivated and proactive. Ability to be resilient and to work under pressure. Apply today with an up-to-date CV.

About the Role: As a CBRE Procurement Manager, you'll be responsible for managing a team of employees responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing service provider for outsourced services. You will also assist a client or department with the development and execution of sourcing and procurement strategies. This job is part of the Procurement function. They are responsible for sourcing and purchasing goods, services, or raw materials from vendors and suppliers. What You'll Do: Provide formal supervision to employees. Monitor the training and development of staff. Conduct performance evaluations and coaching. Oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees. Coordinate and manage the team's daily activities. Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff. Work with business stakeholders, operational shared services team members, and sponsors to develop, coordinate, and execute strategy at local and regional levels. Set and track staff and department deadlines. Mentor and coach as needed. Draft, review, negotiate, and maintain contracts and other business documents in support of the purchase of goods and services. Review the process of contract terminations, expirations, extensions, and renewals. Inform peers and corporate management staff of changes or results. Manage supplier and contractor certification process. Conduct periodic visits to supplier work locations to review vendor performance. Mentor and educate on contemporary outsourcing practices and the value of applying them. Analyze account-wide facility management services spend, suppliers, operations, and statement of works to identify opportunities for value creation. Assist with creating RTFs, selecting solutions, and negotiating. Prepare and maintain contracts with national and regional service providers. Ensure contracts adhere to company standards. Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Influence parties of shared interests to reach an agreement. Deal with sensitive issues. Apply knowledge of own discipline and how own discipline integrates with others to achieve team and departmental objectives. Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve day-to-day and moderately complex issues which may or may not be evident in existing systems and processes. What You'll Need: Bachelor's Degree preferred with 3-5 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. C.P.M., C.P.S.M. or N.A.C.M. certifications or eligibility preferred. Experience in the areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention preferred. Ability to guide the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information, convey performance expectations and handle problems. Leadership skills to motivate team impact on quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of the job discipline and department. In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. Extensive organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset. Advanced math skills. Ability to calculate difficult figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.