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Repairs Planner / Scheduler - Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance Full-Time, temporary 3-6 months Based in Kingston 13- 14.50 per hour, 40 hour week Are you an experienced Planner and Customer Service Provider? If so, we may be able to help you! We are working with a leading, UK contractor to find an experienced and proactive Repairs Planner / Scheduler to join their team, working on repairs and maintenance within social housing. This roles is a full time, temporary position, based in Kingston. For this role, you must have experience as a Planner / Scheduler working on a Social Housing contract, either for a main contractor or RSL (Social Landlord), along with excellent time management and communication skills. You will also have experience of using a repairs and maintenance software. Planner / Scheduler Responsibilities: Managing calls on system Managing operatives diaries General administration Planning repairs and maintenance requests to the relevant operative Ensure trade skill sets and location parameters are working effectively Liaising with operatives, tenants and the Client Document Control - Ensure worksheets are received and checked Work towards individual and client KPI's Deal with council and private housing contracts, planning and scheduling routine, essential and emergency property maintenance works Tracking and monitoring to completion Liaison with in-house and 3rd party engineers and tradesmen and council operatives to plan appointments, materials and logistics and reorganising of schedules Organisation of external supply companies Ensuring all trades are readied and present on-site and works completed in-line with committed client completion dates Be able to work in a fast paced demanding role with constant collaboration with key stakeholders, clients, councils, housing agents, suppliers and trades For your chance of securing this fantastic role please apply online now, or call Meg on (phone number removed) for more information.

We are seeking an experienced Production/Demand Planner to be responsible for coordinating production planning activities, ensuring customer demand is accurately reflected in production schedules, and supporting efficient supply chain performance. Working within a fast-paced environment, the role involves analysing forecasts, managing production requirements, identifying risks, and supporting improvements to planning processes while collaborating with multiple stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Coordinating and maintaining accurate production plans aligned with customer demand and operational requirements Reviewing forecasts, identifying risks, and adapting plans to meet changing business needs Supporting demand reviews and providing planning insight to internal and external stakeholders Leading and contributing to regular planning and production meetings Communicating production changes and impacts across relevant teams Maintaining accurate planning data and supporting effective inventory management Identifying stock risks and working collaboratively to improve planning accuracy and efficiency Partnering with procurement, operations, logistics, and commercial teams to resolve issues and drive improvements Providing ongoing demand planning support and responding proactively to daily challenges Key Skills & Experience Demonstrating experience in demand planning, production planning, supply chain, or a similar role Showing strong understanding of planning processes and inventory management Possessing excellent organisation, communication, and stakeholder management skills Demonstrating strong analytical ability with high attention to detail and accuracy Managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines effectively Applying strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach Demonstrating good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and planning systems Having experience with SAP or similar systems is desirable Showing flexibility when required, including occasional out-of-hours support This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional to play a key role in connecting customer demand, operations, and supply chain activities while supporting improved efficiency and service levels.

Your new company You will be joining a multi-accredited and well-established contractor operating in the highways industry. This high-profile contractor has a strong reputation for delivering projects valued between 1m- 9m for National Highways and multiple local authorities and offers a strong pipeline of work as well as excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. As part of their continued growth, they are actively seeking a Planner to join their team. This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Brentwood office with hybrid and flexible working. Your new role As a Planner, you will be a key contributor to the successful delivery of civil engineering and infrastructure projects, with responsibilities including: Producing, developing and maintaining construction programmes from first principles using works information and drawings Managing and updating short-term and long-term programmes to reflect progress, change and risk Leading on daily scheduling and planning activities to support efficient project delivery Working closely with site teams to understand construction methodologies and sequencing Supporting the commercial team by substantiating change, ensuring robust records and supporting evidence are maintained Contributing to NEC contract processes, including early warnings, impacted programmes and Clause 62 assessments Identifying potential delays and risks, proposing mitigation measures to protect programme outcomes Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on programme, progress and key milestones Utilising Primavera P6 to manage and report programme performance. What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful, you must bring: Experience as a Planner within the highways industry, ideally from a subcontractor/Tier 2 background In-depth knowledge of civil works: drainage, kerbing, motorway technology, street lighting and traffic signals Proficiency in Primavera P6 Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Full UK driving licence. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive: Starting salary up to 60,000 per annum Company car (with fuel card) or car allowance 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays Pension Hybrid working (2-3 days' remote per week) and flexible working hours Life assurance Multiple health and wellbeing benefits Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects Supportive and collaborative work environment Clear pathways for professional development and career progression Opportunity to advance your career with an industry-leading contractor and more. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Please note - this contractor does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in Essex in the search for a Senior Planning Officer on a 3 month rolling contract basis. Key Accountabilities: To contribute towards the delivery a high quality, customer focused Planning & Implementation department with high standards of advice and support, resolving cases of varying complexities in Development Management - Largely Minors, Complex Minors and Small Major applications. Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, legislation, professional codes of practice and adherence to Council policy. Deliver projects, interventions and initiatives and develop policies in line with corporate and business plans. To deal effectively and efficiently with general enquiries, pre-applications, planning applications and planning appeals ensuring cases are managed and completed at the appropriate level of skillset. Ensure and develop appropriate levels of quality and specialist knowledge with other Planning & Implementation colleagues. Deliver customer-focused specialist advice and services in Development Management, keeping up to date with current and emerging legislation, best practice and policy to ensure continuous development and improvement in services. Manage complex and/or contentious planning applications, processes and compliance, regulations and legislation, acting as the single point of contact for customers on those cases and attending appeals hearings and public inquiries as appropriate. Support, guide and advise Graduate Planners and Technical Support colleagues, as necessary. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation, as well as Members and managing key relationships with partners including Essex County Council and Local Councils and other stakeholders. Access and accurately update all relevant information systems, both customer and back office ensuring that the master customer record is updated and maintained through verification and validation, and in accordance with Data Protection principles. Prepare and present reports to Area Planning Committees, District Planning Committee, and other internal and external meetings and present evidence/stand as witness at planning appeal hearings and public inquiries. Ensure own personal and professional development is maintained including keeping up to date with relevant law, policies, working practices and procedures. It would be beneficial to hold a RTPI accredited Planning Degree or equivalent Planning qualification and/or have experience in a similar position. Our client is looking for someone to start almost immediately and is available to interview at short notice. Carrington West Pay Rate - £45per/hour Job Ref - 67022 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.

Job title: Client Services Assistant Location: Kendal Adecco is recruiting an Experienced Client Services Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and client support. In this position, you will work closely with Financial Planners and Relationship Managers, under the guidance of the Manager of HR & Administration, ensuring that all activity aligns with responsible business practices and Consumer Duty principles. What You Will Do? Process new business, incremental business, surrenders, encashment, switches, and alterations to policies using company IT systems, ensuring accurate and timely completion. Follow each case from start to finish, issue policy documents and contract notes, and keep all company IT systems fully updated, including uploading and maintaining all scanned documents. Co-ordinate with providers regarding clients' change of address, Appointment/retirement of trustees, and any death cases, including liaison with legal parties where necessary. Prepare client files for Financial Planners, update client information on the IT system before meetings, insert the correct client pack, and highlight any outstanding compliance requirements in advance. Collate documents and illustrations for the financial plan, send and collate letters of authority and policy information, and obtain policy information and literature from the internet and other available sources. Handle enquiries from insurance companies and clients as far as possible, providing accurate information, escalating where appropriate, and recording relevant details on company IT systems. Check daily tasks on company IT systems, chase any outstanding entries, and obtain quotations as required for corporate clients in response to internal or external requests. Produce valuations for clients as required, taking into account each client's service standard, and accurately record all valuations and related notes on company IT systems. Update client Factfinds on the IT system after meetings, prepare clients' portfolios, set up all required information, and instigate PFP access with each client as appropriate. Chase Initial fees from providers to ensure company cash flow is not detrimentally impacted, and run and analyze client profit and loss reports to identify any areas where required income or fees are not being achieved. Cover reception when required to provide a professional and welcoming service, maintaining a tidy and organized client-facing area consistent with company standards. Identify any training and development needs required to meet the responsibilities of your role, and complete any additional tasks requested from time to time by management. Act as a Consumer Duty Champion on committees and across the business, ensuring decisions and priorities are aligned with Consumer Duty principles and supporting the implementation and annual review of the Consumer Duty framework. Your Skills Demonstrated experience with Basic Word, Excel and Outlook, using these tools confidently for document preparation, data handling, email, and calendar management in a professional environment. Excellent customer service skills (both internal and external), with the ability to manage client and colleague interactions professionally, tactfully, and in a manner that supports long-term business relationships. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling you to draft clear correspondence, explain information accurately, and communicate effectively with providers, clients, colleagues, and management. Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively, provide constructive feedback, recognize others' achievements, and avoid office politics or gossip in day-to-day interactions. At least 2 years relevant administrative experience, ideally within financial services or a similar professional environment, with evidence of working to defined processes and service standards. Willingness to participate in learning opportunities/events outside of usual work hours, demonstrating a proactive approach to maintaining product knowledge, system knowledge, and ongoing professional development. Business-like approach in both appearance and conduct, consistently behaving professionally, maintaining confidentiality regarding clients and colleagues, and not bringing the company into disrepute. Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize daily activities, keep work and client areas clean and tidy, and respond efficiently and effectively to queries while meeting agreed SLA's. Proactive problem-solving mindset, taking ownership to minimize problems, researching solutions to challenges or issues, and maintaining a positive attitude to change and a 'Can Do' attitude. Flexible approach to tasks and working hours to ensure work is completed and business needs are met, fully supporting the Directors/Management Team and aligning your workload with the company's business strategy and goals. Benefits Annual leave is 22 days holidays + bank holidays + currently 3 additional days off between Christmas and New Year, providing a clearly defined and structured entitlement. The role is covered by a Death In service Scheme, offering a specified company-backed benefit in the event of employee death. Retirement provision includes a 3% company contribution Pension Scheme, giving a clearly stated employer pension contribution level. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Job title: Client Services Assistant Location: Kendal Adecco is recruiting an Experienced Client Services Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and client support. In this position, you will work closely with Financial Planners and Relationship Managers, under the guidance of the Manager of HR & Administration, ensuring that all activity aligns with responsible business practices and Consumer Duty principles. What You Will Do? Process new business, incremental business, surrenders, encashment, switches, and alterations to policies using company IT systems, ensuring accurate and timely completion. Follow each case from start to finish, issue policy documents and contract notes, and keep all company IT systems fully updated, including uploading and maintaining all scanned documents. Co-ordinate with providers regarding clients' change of address, Appointment/retirement of trustees, and any death cases, including liaison with legal parties where necessary. Prepare client files for Financial Planners, update client information on the IT system before meetings, insert the correct client pack, and highlight any outstanding compliance requirements in advance. Collate documents and illustrations for the financial plan, send and collate letters of authority and policy information, and obtain policy information and literature from the internet and other available sources. Handle enquiries from insurance companies and clients as far as possible, providing accurate information, escalating where appropriate, and recording relevant details on company IT systems. Check daily tasks on company IT systems, chase any outstanding entries, and obtain quotations as required for corporate clients in response to internal or external requests. Produce valuations for clients as required, taking into account each client's service standard, and accurately record all valuations and related notes on company IT systems. Update client Factfinds on the IT system after meetings, prepare clients' portfolios, set up all required information, and instigate PFP access with each client as appropriate. Chase Initial fees from providers to ensure company cash flow is not detrimentally impacted, and run and analyze client profit and loss reports to identify any areas where required income or fees are not being achieved. Cover reception when required to provide a professional and welcoming service, maintaining a tidy and organized client-facing area consistent with company standards. Identify any training and development needs required to meet the responsibilities of your role, and complete any additional tasks requested from time to time by management. Act as a Consumer Duty Champion on committees and across the business, ensuring decisions and priorities are aligned with Consumer Duty principles and supporting the implementation and annual review of the Consumer Duty framework. Your Skills Demonstrated experience with Basic Word, Excel and Outlook, using these tools confidently for document preparation, data handling, email, and calendar management in a professional environment. Excellent customer service skills (both internal and external), with the ability to manage client and colleague interactions professionally, tactfully, and in a manner that supports long-term business relationships. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling you to draft clear correspondence, explain information accurately, and communicate effectively with providers, clients, colleagues, and management. Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively, provide constructive feedback, recognize others' achievements, and avoid office politics or gossip in day-to-day interactions. At least 2 years relevant administrative experience, ideally within financial services or a similar professional environment, with evidence of working to defined processes and service standards. Willingness to participate in learning opportunities/events outside of usual work hours, demonstrating a proactive approach to maintaining product knowledge, system knowledge, and ongoing professional development. Business-like approach in both appearance and conduct, consistently behaving professionally, maintaining confidentiality regarding clients and colleagues, and not bringing the company into disrepute. Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize daily activities, keep work and client areas clean and tidy, and respond efficiently and effectively to queries while meeting agreed SLA's. Proactive problem-solving mindset, taking ownership to minimize problems, researching solutions to challenges or issues, and maintaining a positive attitude to change and a 'Can Do' attitude. Flexible approach to tasks and working hours to ensure work is completed and business needs are met, fully supporting the Directors/Management Team and aligning your workload with the company's business strategy and goals. Benefits Annual leave is 22 days holidays + bank holidays + currently 3 additional days off between Christmas and New Year, providing a clearly defined and structured entitlement. The role is covered by a Death In service Scheme, offering a specified company-backed benefit in the event of employee death. Retirement provision includes a 3% company contribution Pension Scheme, giving a clearly stated employer pension contribution level. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

To undertake reception and associated duties providing information and advice to customers. To communicate with customers by telephone, face to face, electronically or by post. To receive requests, assessing and prioritising the reason for the request together with its urgency, and taking prompt appropriate action in accordance with procedures and service instructions. To provide an interface with insurance engineers and assessors, scheduling inspection appointments, processing of technical reports, vehicle repairs and documentation liaising with workshop supervision and fleet customers To contact customers to monitor satisfaction and quality control checks. To quality check vehicle and equipment Inspection documentation. Filing of manual records and files to ensure 'O' licence compliance. To create monthly maintenance schedules for vehicles and plant, distributing to fleet customers from the electronic transport management system in a timely manner. To organise the replacement of vehicle road tax. Using contract information to hire and de-hire vehicles from external suppliers. Collating compliance documentation and hire packs for customers. Create and maintain hired-in vehicle records and vehicle maintenance planner Carry out visual inspections of vehicles (hire and de hire) within the Lister Road Depot agree and record findings with customers and hire vehicle representative. To ensure vehicle hire agreements and damage sheets are signed off as accurate. To ensure customers are notified of any damage or fuel charges. Able to drive vehicles within the Depot to park up safely (class B Licence). To ensure that information provided is accurate and up to date. To undertake a range of computerised housekeeping tasks, including data entry, mot, Inspection and service date updating and amendment of records for quality assurance purposes. To contribute to the effectiveness of workflow through the efficient implementation of agreed procedures and systems. To work as part of a team supporting service delivery. To create and maintain effective working relationships through excellent teamwork and the provision of a customer focussed service. To participate in the development of customer services and contributing to continuous improvement. To have a commitment to own development through appropriate identified activities and willing to undertake additional training where necessary. To be responsible for monitoring clerical and technical administrative procedures and to suggest recommendations for operational improvement and efficiency. To establish working relationships with technical and operational staff in the provision of general administrative support, including the supply of office equipment, documentation and stationery To ensure the maintenance of a healthy, safe and secure working environment through ensuring compliance with Health and Safety requirements. To undertake any other duties commensurate with the post and grade. Connect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Your new company The estate consists of over 2,000 acres including let farms, moorland, and woodland. There are also a considerable number of houses, cottages, and commercial properties, many of which are listed, including a historical site. In addition to the let estate, the estate has in hand catering, tourism and retail, hotel, and holiday cottages. The estate is situated around the local village, the majority of which lies within the Yorkshire Dales National Park. In common with the rest of the Dales, the estate is set in an extremely popular area, and welcomes significant numbers of visitors per year. Your new role Property and Project Management Manage the delivery of all reactive & planned maintenance; refurbishment works; compliance works and capital projects on the Estate. Using the property management systems to enable the effective operation, notification and recording of repairs, maintenance, and compliance of estate properties. Liaison with tenants/occupiers of all properties and charge expenditure as appropriate. Appointment of external consultants such as planners, architects, and engineers. Prepare detailed specifications and drawings for construction works, to tender and administer works for any existing or new contracts or Service Level Agreements. Regular inspection, assessment, and monitoring of building works regarding safety, procurement, efficiency, quality, dilapidation, and value for money. Manage defect liability periods and ensure timely resolution of outstanding issues. Ensure commissioning processes are properly completed and evidenced. Provide technical input on feasibility, design, and construction plans, including compliance with planning and local authority requirements. Support the maintenance and repair of the estate's private water supply in collaboration with the water technician. Incorporation of sustainable building practices in projects where possible. Health & Safety Appointment of contractors for all building works in accordance with the contractor approval process and that JCT contracts are completed where necessary. Maintain an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of CDM Regulations and legal matters concerned with safety in buildings management, and of building materials, trades, and construction methods. Ensuring Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) are prepared and submitted by appointed contractors for all building works and to review where required. Compliance with the Devonshire Group Health & Safety management systems. What you'll need to succeed Degree, HNC, or HND in Construction or a related discipline (or equivalent experience). Significant experience in construction, maintenance, or project management roles. Chartered membership of RICS or CIOB is desirable. Project management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2 or APM) is desirable. Experience in estates and rural properties with knowledge of Agricultural Buildings, modern and traditional. Strong understanding of construction processes, building maintenance, and compliance requirements. Technical Expertise and Knowledge of Building Regulations & Legislation. Ability to review technical drawings and specifications. Competency in IT systems including email, software, and AutoCAD. Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Flexible approach to working hours to meet business needs. Commitment to maintaining professional qualifications and continuous professional development. Full UK driving licence. What you'll get in return In return, you will get a salary of £40,000. You will also have unique benefits within the estate such as stays, dinners and access to facilities. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

A job opportunity has arisen for an experienced IT Programme Manager to join a highly established organisation during a period of rapid technical and business transformation. Reporting to the Head of Programme Management, you will take responsibility for managing and delivering a critical, multi-year programme of IT/Technology transformation and cyber security projects. You will liaise with several key senior stakeholders, successfully influencing key decision making to ensure the IT Security Programme of works is initiated and delivered within the required timelines. Working as part of an innovative and fast-paced IT team, you will be responsible for line managing a team of three IT Project Managers, whilst taking ownership for the overall programme of work. You will work closely with Project Managers, PMO, IT Business Analysts, key business sponsors and key stakeholders to support project definition, to initiative, plan and deliver projects, demonstrating strong governance and reporting progress tracking to plan. Furthermore, you will take ownership of the IT Programme of project work and ensure delivery to time, budget, and quality measures. You will work alongside IT Team colleagues to review business requirements and suggest appropriate solutions, manage any external tender selection events with the procurement team and support investment sign off to help shape project business cases. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate: A proven track record of having worked as an IT Programme Manager, including experience of having delivered highly regulated projects/programmes You should ideally have experience working in the Utilities sector / experience of delivering IT solutions in or for utilities clients Have experience at managing a portfolio of projects and/or a programme of works in a largely outsourced environment Have extensive programme or portfolio management implementation experience, being able to control and deliver a programme or portfolio to time and budget requirements IT Programme/Portfolio Delivery experience Project implementation expertise Contractual/Commercial awareness and experience Process and Governance design and implementation expertise Degree level educated PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent Project Management qualification is essential Experience of tools such as MS DevOps, JIRA, MS Project Planner, etc. This position offers excellent scope for career progression plus a benefits package that includes: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pension scheme (5% employee contribution, 10% employer contribution) Bonus scheme 14 x salary Life Insurance Flexible benefits scheme options including corporate gym memberships, dental insurance and health cash-plans Access to Financial Wellbeing Programme Enhanced pay for parental leave Retail discounts and cashback scheme Flexible/hybrid working options If you would like to discuss this position in more detail, please apply with an updated CV or contact me for a confidential discussion. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Production Planner Location: Sheffield We are currently seeking a Production Planner to join a manufacturing business within a busy production environment. This is a key role responsible for ensuring the production plan is effectively managed and that on time delivery KPI's are consistently achieved and maintained at a high standard. You will work closely with internal teams and external customers, providing daily and weekly updates on live production orders, ensuring strong communication, accurate planning and proactive problem solving across the production process. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain daily and weekly production schedules based on sales forecasts, inventory levels and customer orders Complete daily time bookings and data entry against the production plan Assess raw material availability and equipment readiness to support production requirements Monitor and report on production status, escalating issues to management where necessary Manage and resolve production disruptions and productivity challenges with the production team Liaise directly with customers to provide regular production updates (daily/weekly) Ensure the transport plan is implemented effectively, managing any required changes Maintain regular communication with the dispatch team Review production documentation prior to release Collect, record and store PODs for VAT and audit purposes Scan and securely file all production related paperwork Raise purchase orders as required Skills & Experience Required Proven experience in a Production Planning, Scheduling, or Supply Chain role Strong working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems Excellent inventory and capacity planning capability Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail Ability to manage priorities and solve cross functional production issues Confident communicator with the ability to liaise with customers and internal stakeholders Experience identifying and resolving production bottlenecks Additional Requirements Strong quality awareness, ensuring schedule changes do not compromise standards Effective risk management and contingency planning, with the ability to respond quickly to supply chain disruption, equipment failure, or urgent customer demand changes Highly organised, proactive and able to take ownership of workload Shillito Group is a specialist recruitment and executive search partner, working with ambitious businesses to secure high-impact talent across commercial and engineering markets. Our reputation is built on deep expertise, trusted relationships and delivering results that go beyond the brief.

The Material Planner is responsible for long-term material planning within a defined portfolio at McCormick. This role plays a key part in developing and optimizing material planning processes across the business, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Overall ownership of portfolio of materials planning across the full UK network. Own materials inventory level to guarantee the balance between service level and cash, in line with business yearly targets. Develop and maintain strong working relationship with NPD, procurement, and supply functions to ensure that the monthly planning cycle delivers for the business and has the right level of governance across the end-to-end process. Identify from the long term plan any capacity or supply gap and inventory strategy. Manage significant material availability challenges across multiple UK sites and lead communication to business contacts across impacted customers. Own short term regional availability management. Develop a long-term material requirement for assigned suppliers/ material and develop long term planning strategy in collaboration with procurement to secure right monthly capacity. External material planning interfaces with strategic suppliers driving joint value creation initiatives. Collaborate with procurement on business continuity plans for key strategic suppliers or capacity constrained suppliers. Develop and own Service Level execution agreement with key strategic suppliers to drive cost, cash, service performance. Implement Material Supply Management Capability framework including materials strategic master planning. CANDIDATE PROFILE Bachelor s degree (or equivalent) in Supply Chain or a related business field. Previous experience in a similar planning role, preferably in a production or warehouse environment (food or FMCG industry ideally). Experience of working within a Team-oriented and collaborative environment. Advanced Excel skills. Experience of the SAP MM Module and MRP or other ERP system will be an asset. Quick adaptability to a dynamic environment and ability to deal with complexity and change. Attention to details, comfortable with numbers. Good communication skills. Strong time management and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. Customer focused. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong user of IT. COMPANY At McCormick, we bring our passion for flavor to work each day. We encourage growth, respect everyone's contributions and do what's right for our business, our people, our communities and our planet. Join us on our quest to make every meal and moment better. Founded in Baltimore, MD in 1889 in a room and a cellar by 25-year-old Willoughby McCormick with three employees, McCormick is a global leader in flavour. With over 14,000 employees around the world and more than $6 Billion in annual sales., the Company manufactures, markets and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavourful products to the entire food industry, retail outlets, food manufactures, food service businesses and consumers. While our global headquarters are in the Baltimore, Maryland, USA area, McCormick operates and serves customers from nearly 50 locations in 27 countries and 135 markets in Asia-Pacific, China, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and the Americas, including North, South and Central America with recognized brands including Schwartz. At McCormick, we have over a 100-year legacy based on our Power of People principle. This principle fosters an unusually dedicated workforce requiring a culture of respect, recognition, inclusion and collaboration based on the highest ethical values. Agencies: McCormick as needed will work with external recruitment vendors through our Agency Portal. Unless previously contacted, McCormick does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies. McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.

Exciting opportunity for a B2B cPPA Expert to join the Forecasting & Structuring team within this global Energy company. Milton Keynes or London/Hybrid 6 month contract initially with a view to extend MUST HAVES: This role needs someone who could sleeve PPA's into corporate contracts and manage the complexities involved. Working within the Forecasting & Structuring team, the cPPA Expert will enhance our risk and product functional cPPA expertise to support customer growth in the B2B market. Responsible for structuring cPPA energy contracts across both fixed and flexible energy products to support our business' growth ambition in the B2B space, measured against the metrics set out in our 10-year strategic plan. You will be responsible for managing risk exposure in the cPPA products and be required to work under pressure, getting a cross-functional team organised and be comfortable liaising with internal and external business partners. Leading on structuring cPPA product offers, working with Sales, Supply, Market Risk, Trading, Legal and Finance as well as across the wider Commercial team to position our offer effectively, presenting recommendations to senior management. You will deliver a scalable, standardised cPPA product offering and operating model, improving deal turnaround time, governance and commercial outcomes for B2B customers. Success in the 6 months will look like: Define and secure sign-off of a standard cPPA offer framework (risk appetite, key contract positions and approvals) that can be re-used across deals. Implement a repeatable operating model and tools that reduce bespoke structuring effort and shorten end to-end deal turnaround time. Embed clear controls and reporting so cPPA risk exposure is visible and managed within agreed limits. Key responsibilities include: Build and embed a standardised cPPA product offering and scalable operating model that integrates with existing products and processes. Align stakeholders on risk appetite and modelling approaches to manage cPPA product risk exposure. Design contractual structures and positions, supporting bespoke deal negotiations and approvals. Establish governance, controls and ways of working to mitigate risk across the cPPA life cycle. Partner with IT and local technical colleagues to develop scalable, automated systems that improve customer experience and optimise commercial returns. Identify and progress product development opportunities based on customer needs, risk and commercial performance. The Candidate: Have at least 5 years' experience working on Corporate/Commercial PPAs for B2B UK Markets Have demonstrable ability to define contractual requirements and draft enforceable clauses Have excellent analytical skills with a high attention to detail Have experience of managing complex risks through a mix of contractual and analytical approaches Self-motivated and willing to take responsibility, extremely organised and a skilled planner who is happy to work under your own initiative and with others This needs combining with a positive attitude and an ability to work within a large, globally dispersed project team in a multi-cultural environment. You also need to be a self-starter, a logical thinker and a quick learner, with strong initiative and excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills, able to write clearly and concisely. We believe in equality of opportunity for all job applicants regardless of gender, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, creed or religion, disability, sexual orientation or age. With a focus within Energy Trading, Oil & Gas, Financial Markets and Commodities, we offer a transparent Recruitment Service that has proven to be reliable and effective for over 40 years. We are ISO accredited and proud of our excellent TrustPilot Reviews. Your search for a New Contract Assignment or for a New Permanent Job will be in safe hands with Eaglecliff Recruitment. Please telephone for an immediate response or email your CV for a quick response. Eaglecliff Ltd is acting in the capacity of an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for contractor resourcing.

Parts Inventory Planner Location: Crawley Working Pattern: Hybrid (2 days working from home, 3 days onsite) Contract Duration: Expected to run until June 2027 Inside IR35 Overview An opportunity has arisen for a Parts Inventory Planner to support inventory management and parts availability within a manufacturing environment. The role is responsible for maintaining optimum stock levels and ensuring the timely availability of parts to minimise operational disruption. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, the successful candidate will support forecasting activities, inventory analysis and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain inventory planning strategies to ensure appropriate stock levels and parts availability. Work with Service, Technical Support and Sales teams to understand requirements and support demand forecasting. Monitor inventory levels and consumption trends, identifying shortages or excess stock and implementing corrective actions where required. Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of parts and escalate quality or lead-time issues to the relevant functions. Review and maintain inventory parameters, including safety stock levels, order quantities and lead times. Produce reports and provide updates on inventory performance, trends and areas for improvement. Support effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Contribute to a collaborative working environment and support continuous improvement activities. Undertake regional or international travel when required to meet business needs. Skills and Experience Essential Previous experience in inventory planning, order processing, logistics or supply chain operations. Understanding of planning techniques, spare parts processes and SAP/Baan systems. Knowledge of import and export compliance requirements. Advanced Excel skills and experience with Power BI, Power Query, SQL and SAP. Strong analytical, reporting and organisational skills. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records. Good time management skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within a team. Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities. A proactive approach and commitment to delivering high standards of customer service. Desirable Knowledge of commercial logistics and spare parts inventory and demand management. Experience working within an international organisation. Awareness of cultural differences and experience working with global teams. Additional Information Hybrid working arrangement with two days working from home each week. Contract opportunity expected to continue until June 2027. Occasional regional or international travel may be required.

I am exclusively partnering with a global and leading brand within the consumer good industry who are looking for a Customer Supply Chain Planner to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a renowned brand, managing end-to-end supply chain processes. The role will play a key part in ensuring exceptional service delivery, optimized inventory levels, and efficient collaboration with both internal teams and 3PL partners. Key Responsibilities Manage the total supply chain process , including forecasting, inventory management, replenishment, and order fulfilment Coordinate and maintain article forecasts using customer information and order book data Schedule fittings and deliveries, ensuring timely invoicing aligned with service provider deliveries Work closely with Supply Chain Operations Managers, Account Managers, and customers to optimize distribution costs Identify and communicate sales opportunities into the forecasting process Manage manual replenishment orders on a weekly basis and follow up on inbound deliveries Monitor product availability, especially for key SKUs, in collaboration with the Supply Chain Planner Oversee product lifecycle management : phase-in/phase-out of SKUs and clearing obsolete or quarantined stock Take ownership of any issues related to supply, order management, and customer forecasting Skills & Experience Previous experience within Supply Chain Strong customer focus Excel and SAP A motivated self-starter Lateral thinker with the initiative to investigate and solve issues along with the ability to communicate effectively both internally and externally

To ensure the supply of material meets the production schedule and to maintain minimum stock levels to ensure operational continuity. Able to deliver efficient, effective and flexible solutions to meet production requirements. Maintain strong relationships both internally and externally to ensure supply of materials meets requirements. Work under general supervision, reviewed by Management. Schedule the supply of materials/components to meet production schedule and maintains minimum safety stock levels Assess volume requirements against planning assumptions Day-to-day order management and supplier delivery scheduling Understand and manage risks to minimise impact on production schedule Take follow up actions in relation to material shortages that affect production and escalate within team Implement all processes to agreed standards, targets and support continuous improvement initiatives through identifying improvement opportunities As required schedule supply of bought in goods to include control of import documentation. Utilise IT system (Sage, WMS, Supplier portals) available to ensure data is accurate and up to date whilst resolving issues as required Transferring stock of materials from external warehouses, raising and booking in Purchase Orders Support desktop inventory checks to validate accuracy Minimise obsolete stock to ensure business left with minimum liability Create regular statistical reports and analysis to update business Provide cover for Material Planning duties during periods of absence or annual leave Other Ad hoc administrative duties to support department Relationship Management: Generate and communicate to supplier our planned delivery schedules and ongoing forecast to ensure they reflect requirements and meet demand Develop and maintain good relationships with suppliers to ensure demand for materials is met and deliveries made on time in full Build and maintain relationships with all Internal departments. Self Management: Adhere to any health, safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of self, staff and visitors Assertive, optimistic, resilient and welcomes change Engages interest and participation of others Proactively contributes to the team Self-aware and has a collaborative approach to working with others Self-motivated and able to work under pressure Skills and Attributes: Good communicator with the ability to form and maintain good relationships internally and externally Strong interpersonal, negotiation and influencing skills Commercial and financial awareness with a full understanding of how failure impacts cost, lost production time and customer order fulfilment Results orientated and organised with the ability to plan and deliver against deadlines Strong analytical, planning and problem-solving skills Take reasonable care of the Health and Safety of yourself and others who may be affected by your actions Work in a safe manner and observe company Health and Safety Rules and Procedures Use/Drive machinery in a safe manner, observing rules and procedures Report to your Line Manager any incidents that have led to or could have led to injury or an accident or have affected the environment (Near miss reporting) Report all injuries to yourself at work immediately and obtain the necessary first aid treatment Cooperate with Managers and other personnel of the Company to achieve a healthy and safe workplace. Help in the investigation of accidents to prevent recurrence. Observe the Company personal hygiene requirements Set an example of safe and correct behaviour Report any hazard or defect you may observe promptly to your immediate Line Manager. Report any shortcomings in systems of work or procedures to your Line Manager. Comply with all safe systems of work Unauthorised access is strictly forbidden to warehouses and link buildings.

We're looking for an Engineering Manager to join our KierBam JV project at Hinkley Point C based in Bridgwater, Somerset, KierBam are a Joint Venture (JV) partnership between Kier and Bam Nuttall. Location : Site based, Bridgwater, Somerset Hours : Permanent, Full Time What will you be responsible for? As an Engineering Manager, you'll be working to assist us on what is one of UK's largest construction projects. You will report to the Project Director in all aspects of Engineering Management in Pre-construction and Project support. Your day to day will include: Tenders and ECI - early involvement; temporary works design / advice. Technical Lead for - client contact and liaison; ECI; tender optioneering; design meetings; site teams permanent and temporary works; CDM and HSQE; junior engineer training. First contact for - client technical queries; site teams' technical support. Required knowledge - design delivery process; project management process; company procedures and relevant government legislation; design standards and methods; BIM methods and procedures; commercial and risk awareness; contract forms. Quality Management - the quality manager will report into the engineering manager and ensure that the works are installed to quality requirements, re-work is prevented and processes are in place to evidence compliance with requirements People Management - build strong relationships across the Division and supply chain to achieve compliance; represent the Company on various external forums; undertake project site audits, inspect engineering and design compliance and provide encouragement and advice; provide coaching, training and support as required. What are we looking for? This role of Engineering Manager is great for you if: Practical knowledge and application of Engineering Management Systems. Excellent communication and collaboration skills for meetings, presentations and delivering training and coaching on a one to one, with senior management. Analytical thinker and planner with great organisational skills. Familiar with Business Intelligence reporting. Passionate about Continual Improvement and Customer Satisfaction We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. Due to the nature of this role, you will also be required to complete a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (applicants with convictions will be treated on a case-by-case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's conviction history or the details of any convictions disclosed to us). Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks. We look forward to seeing your application to

We're looking for an Engineering Manager to join our KierBam JV project at Hinkley Point C based in Bridgwater, Somerset, KierBam are a Joint Venture (JV) partnership between Kier and Bam Nuttall. Location : Site based, Bridgwater, Somerset Hours : Permanent, Full Time What will you be responsible for? As an Engineering Manager, you'll be working to assist us on what is one of UK's largest construction projects. You will report to the Project Director in all aspects of Engineering Management in Pre-construction and Project support. Your day to day will include: Tenders and ECI - early involvement; temporary works design / advice. Technical Lead for - client contact and liaison; ECI; tender optioneering; design meetings; site teams permanent and temporary works; CDM and HSQE; junior engineer training. First contact for - client technical queries; site teams' technical support. Required knowledge - design delivery process; project management process; company procedures and relevant government legislation; design standards and methods; BIM methods and procedures; commercial and risk awareness; contract forms. Quality Management - the quality manager will report into the engineering manager and ensure that the works are installed to quality requirements, re-work is prevented and processes are in place to evidence compliance with requirements People Management - build strong relationships across the Division and supply chain to achieve compliance; represent the Company on various external forums; undertake project site audits, inspect engineering and design compliance and provide encouragement and advice; provide coaching, training and support as required. What are we looking for? This role of Engineering Manager is great for you if: Practical knowledge and application of Engineering Management Systems. Excellent communication and collaboration skills for meetings, presentations and delivering training and coaching on a one to one, with senior management. Analytical thinker and planner with great organisational skills. Familiar with Business Intelligence reporting. Passionate about Continual Improvement and Customer Satisfaction We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. Due to the nature of this role, you will also be required to complete a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (applicants with convictions will be treated on a case-by-case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's conviction history or the details of any convictions disclosed to us). Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks. We look forward to seeing your application to

We're looking f or an Engineering Manager to join our KierBam JV project at Hinkley Point C based in Bridgwater, Somerset, KierBam are a Joint Venture (JV) partnership between Kier and Bam Nuttall. Locatio n : Site based, Bridgwater, Somerset Hours : Permanent, Full Time What will you be responsible for? As an Engineering Manager, you'll be working to assist us on what is one of UK's largest construction projects. You will report to the Project Director in all aspects of Engineering Management in Pre-construction and Project support. Your day to day will include: Tenders and ECI - early involvement; temporary works design / advice. Technical Lead for - client contact and liaison; ECI; tender optioneering; design meetings; site teams permanent and temporary works; CDM and HSQE; junior engineer training. First contact for - client technical queries; site teams' technical support. Required knowledge - design delivery process; project management process; company procedures and relevant government legislation; design standards and methods; BIM methods and procedures; commercial and risk awareness; contract forms. Quality Management - the quality manager will report into the engineering manager and ensure that the works are installed to quality requirements, re-work is prevented and processes are in place to evidence compliance with requirements People Management - build strong relationships across the Division and supply chain to achieve compliance; represent the Company on various external forums; undertake project site audits, inspect engineering and design compliance and provide encouragement and advice; provide coaching, training and support as required. What are we looking for? This role o f Engineering Manager is great for you if: Practical knowledge and application of Engineering Management Systems. Excellent communication and collaboration skills for meetings, presentations and delivering training and coaching on a one to one, with senior management. Analytical thinker and planner with great organisational skills. Familiar with Business Intelligence reporting. Passionate about Continual Improvement and Customer Satisfaction We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. Due to the nature of this role, you will also be required to complete a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (applicants with convictions will be treated on a case-by-case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's conviction history or the details of any convictions disclosed to us). Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks. We look forward to seeing your application to

We're looking f or an Engineering Manager to join our KierBam JV project at Hinkley Point C based in Bridgwater, Somerset, KierBam are a Joint Venture (JV) partnership between Kier and Bam Nuttall. Locatio n : Site based, Bridgwater, Somerset Hours : Permanent, Full Time What will you be responsible for? As an Engineering Manager, you'll be working to assist us on what is one of UK's largest construction projects. You will report to the Project Director in all aspects of Engineering Management in Pre-construction and Project support. Your day to day will include: Tenders and ECI - early involvement; temporary works design / advice. Technical Lead for - client contact and liaison; ECI; tender optioneering; design meetings; site teams permanent and temporary works; CDM and HSQE; junior engineer training. First contact for - client technical queries; site teams' technical support. Required knowledge - design delivery process; project management process; company procedures and relevant government legislation; design standards and methods; BIM methods and procedures; commercial and risk awareness; contract forms. Quality Management - the quality manager will report into the engineering manager and ensure that the works are installed to quality requirements, re-work is prevented and processes are in place to evidence compliance with requirements People Management - build strong relationships across the Division and supply chain to achieve compliance; represent the Company on various external forums; undertake project site audits, inspect engineering and design compliance and provide encouragement and advice; provide coaching, training and support as required. What are we looking for? This role o f Engineering Manager is great for you if: Practical knowledge and application of Engineering Management Systems. Excellent communication and collaboration skills for meetings, presentations and delivering training and coaching on a one to one, with senior management. Analytical thinker and planner with great organisational skills. Familiar with Business Intelligence reporting. Passionate about Continual Improvement and Customer Satisfaction We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. Due to the nature of this role, you will also be required to complete a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (applicants with convictions will be treated on a case-by-case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's conviction history or the details of any convictions disclosed to us). Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks. We look forward to seeing your application to

Job Description: Supply Planner Castle Cary Competitive salary plus company performance bonus Hours: Mon-Fri Permanent Job Purpose Sitting at the heart of the supply chain, the supply planner collaborates cross-functionally with demand teams, regional supply, and external suppliers to execute the S&OP plan while driving continuous improvement across service, cost, and efficiency. To ensure maximum product availability through effective inbound supply planning from European factories, supporting delivery of market financial targets via proactive inventory and cost management. What are we looking for? Minimum 2 years supply chain experience (Supply Planning, Demand Planning, Inventory Management etc.) Previous experience of planning systems such as (e.g. FuturMaster, SAP) Excellent analytical skills coupled with a continuous improvement mindset to drive efficiency and process enhancements. Stakeholder management experience, including the ability to build strong cross-department relationships, supported by robust interpersonal and influencing skills. Aptitude for working with data systems and analytics tools such as Power BI What would be your key responsibilities? Proactively protect future stock availability and mitigate risks by managing supply exceptions using available tools and resources (e.g. Futurmaster, Power BI, Excel). Place replenishment orders from European factories to meet service targets and maintain agreed inventory levels. Take proactive action to expedite supply (e.g. production plan changes, transit time reduction, booking-in efficiency). Analyse root causes of stock shortages and coordinate corrective actions with factories, 3PLs & demand teams Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to drive timely sell-through of residual and at-risk stock Maintain optimal inventory levels at wholesaler locations, placing replenishment orders as needed to avoid both stock-outs and overstock. What can you expect from Mars? Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles. Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus. About Mars Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world's best-loved brands: M&M's , SNICKERS , TWIX , MILKY WAY , DOVE , PEDIGREE , ROYAL CANIN , WHISKAS , EXTRA , ORBIT , 5 , SKITTLES , BEN'S ORIGINAL and COCOAVIA . Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world's pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals , BluePearl , Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA and Pet Partners . Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles - Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom - inspire our 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.