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Local Business Development Manager Franchised Motor Dealership - Chelmsford We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join a top automotive brand as a Local Business Development Manager (LBDM) within my client's corporate and fleet team. This is an exciting opportunity to build a pipeline from the ground up. While full brand-accredited training and a strong support network will be provided, success in this role depends on your initiative, resilience, and drive to generate opportunities from scratch. This is very much a new business, cold lead role and we need someone with the energy and determination to open doors, build relationships, and create lasting success - as there is TONS of potential! Package on offer: 45 hour week - Monday to Friday (no weekends) 25,500 basic 55,000 OTE Key Responsibilities Proactively generate new business opportunities with SMEs, corporates, and leasing companies - primarily through cold calling and cold outreach. Build and expand long-term partnerships to maximise fleet sales. Create tailored proposals to suit client needs, ensuring exceptional service throughout. Collaborate with corporate and fleet teams to ensure a smooth handover process for clients. Analyse the local marketplace, identify opportunities, and implement strategies to increase market share. Report regularly on pipeline, progress, and performance against agreed targets. About You What matters most is your attitude and track record in business development. You will be: Proven in sales: Demonstrated success in cold-calling and generating new business opportunities. Resilient and self-motivated: Able to thrive in a target-driven, outbound sales role. Commercially minded: Quick to identify profitable opportunities in the local market. Relationship-focused: Confident in building long-term client partnerships. Results-driven: Determined to exceed sales targets and deliver outstanding customer satisfaction. Why Join? Work with a fantastic automotive brand that carries strong appeal in the corporate market. Receive fantastic brand-accredited training and ongoing support. Benefit from uncapped earning potential with clear opportunities for growth. Enjoy the use of a company car and fuel card to support your success on the road. Be recognised and rewarded for your initiative, resilience, and results. If this role sounds like something that would be of interest to you, apply today with an up to date CV! Who are you applying to? The Solution Automotive Recruitment have been placing candidates into the UK Motor Trade since 1999. We have a fantastic relationship with all our clients and candidates across the country, many very long standing relationships. If you are skilled and experienced Automotive candidate, we want to hear from you and rest assured, you'll be dealing with a person, not just a consultant! Unfortunately due to the volume of applications we get, we can only respond to the candidates who match the criteria set for this vacancy. We will retain your CV on our database and make contact as and when suitable vacancies arise. We will NEVER send your CV anywhere without your permission

Local Business Development Manager Franchised Motor Dealership - Peterborough We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join a top automotive brand as a Local Business Development Manager (LBDM) within my client's corporate and fleet team. This is an exciting opportunity to build a pipeline from the ground up. While full brand-accredited training and a strong support network will be provided, success in this role depends on your initiative, resilience, and drive to generate opportunities from scratch. This is very much a new business, cold lead role and we need someone with the energy and determination to open doors, build relationships, and create lasting success - as there is TONS of potential! Package on offer: 45 hour week - Monday to Friday (no weekends) 25,500 basic 55,000 OTE Key Responsibilities Proactively generate new business opportunities with SMEs, corporates, and leasing companies - primarily through cold calling and cold outreach. Build and expand long-term partnerships to maximise fleet sales. Create tailored proposals to suit client needs, ensuring exceptional service throughout. Collaborate with corporate and fleet teams to ensure a smooth handover process for clients. Analyse the local marketplace, identify opportunities, and implement strategies to increase market share. Report regularly on pipeline, progress, and performance against agreed targets. About You What matters most is your attitude and track record in business development. You will be: Proven in sales: Demonstrated success in cold-calling and generating new business opportunities. Resilient and self-motivated: Able to thrive in a target-driven, outbound sales role. Commercially minded: Quick to identify profitable opportunities in the local market. Relationship-focused: Confident in building long-term client partnerships. Results-driven: Determined to exceed sales targets and deliver outstanding customer satisfaction. Why Join? Work with a fantastic automotive brand that carries strong appeal in the corporate market. Receive fantastic brand-accredited training and ongoing support. Benefit from uncapped earning potential with clear opportunities for growth. Enjoy the use of a company car and fuel card to support your success on the road. Be recognised and rewarded for your initiative, resilience, and results. If this role sounds like something that would be of interest to you, apply today with an up to date CV! Who are you applying to? The Solution Automotive Recruitment have been placing candidates into the UK Motor Trade since 1999. We have a fantastic relationship with all our clients and candidates across the country, many very long standing relationships. If you are skilled and experienced Automotive candidate, we want to hear from you and rest assured, you'll be dealing with a person, not just a consultant! Unfortunately due to the volume of applications we get, we can only respond to the candidates who match the criteria set for this vacancy. We will retain your CV on our database and make contact as and when suitable vacancies arise. We will NEVER send your CV anywhere without your permission

Just Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established and growing business based in Witham, as they look to appoint an Internal Sales Administrator to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a sales-focused administrator who enjoys building relationships, following up opportunities and helping convert enquiries and quotations into sales. The Role: Working closely with the Internal Sales Executive and external Business Development Managers, you will play an important role in managing customer enquiries, following up quotations and maintaining accurate CRM records. You will be responsible for ensuring sales opportunities are progressed effectively, while providing excellent customer service and supporting the wider sales team. Key Responsibilities: Follow up customer quotations daily, gathering feedback and identifying opportunities to convert quotes into sales. Make outbound calls to prospects who have expressed an interest through mailshots, targeted marketing campaigns and website enquiries. Qualify leads and progress suitable prospects through to quotation stage. Manage daily quote follow-up calls in line with agreed KPIs. Log and schedule calls, actions, appointments and follow-ups accurately. Maintain and manage the CRM database, ensuring all customer and sales information is up to date. Ensure accurate callback dates, actions and notes are recorded on the bespoke system. Develop a strong understanding of products, capabilities, margins and production lead times. Work closely with the Internal Sales Executive and external BDMs to support sales activity and administrative requirements. Progress and qualify outstanding quotations. Identify confirmed orders and ensure these are accurately reflected in the sales forecast. About You We are looking for someone who is: Sales-focused with a proactive, can-do attitude. Confident and professional with an excellent telephone manner. Highly organised with excellent attention to detail. Comfortable working towards targets and KPIs. A strong team player who can also work independently. Confident using CRM systems and maintaining accurate records. Commercially minded with the ability to understand customer requirements and sales opportunities. A creative thinker who isn't afraid to think outside the box. If you're motivated by progressing sales opportunities, enjoy speaking to customers and are looking for an opportunity to develop within a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.

ICT Mobile Communications Manager Location: Police Headquarters, Exeter, Police Headquarters, Winfrith, Dorset Salary: Grade 8 - Starts at £44,700 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £49,716 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent About the role: As the Mobile Communications Manager, you will be responsible for the delivery of radio, mobile phone and satellite services to both Devon & Cornwall Police and Dorset Police. Leading a small team, you will achieve this through the management of contracts with service, network and product suppliers. You will be joining us at the start of a ten-year managed service contract with BT for the support of our radio and mobile phone users across our wide geography. This is an exciting period for police radio services, with the national TETRA based Airwave network due to be replaced by the Emergency Services Network in 2029. Supported by local, regional and national project teams, do you have the technical understanding, customer engagement and contract management skills to ensure our officers and staff receive the mobile voice and data services they need to support the public across our three counties? What you get if you join us: If you work for us, you will get access to: A competitive salary with yearly increments. 25 days a year leave entitlement, with an increase to 30 days after 5 years continuous employment, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time workers). Access to heavily subsidised gym membership that will provide you access to police site gyms throughout the counties. Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme for discounts and services (requires a one off payment of £5). Company sick pay. Competitive local government pension scheme. Job related equipment, as required. Free onsite parking at many police sites throughout the counties. Access to Group insurance scheme (via salary sacrifice scheme). Support networks, free Employees Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and wellbeing services. Development and training opportunities. Supportive and flexible training plan, including regular check-ins throughout your initial period of joining us to ensure you are up to speed with the role and getting the support you need. Flexitime, with the ability to undertake your hours flexibly and in line with business need. Hybrid working, with the ability to work remotely at times throughout the working week (once signed off the training plan). The closing date for applications is 02/09/2026, 12:00. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Devon and Cornwall Police / Dorset Police, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

My client is a multidisciplinary consultancy and construction company offering complete construction solutions to developers, landlords and occupiers across all market sectors. With over 40 yrs experience they are one of the North East s leading independent firms for professional consultant / construction services. Working in partnership with national and international clients and have successfully completed many complex developments, including sophisticated engineering installations. Project Manager: Responsible for managing the delivery of project management and programme management services. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Supporting Company Directors in delivering business objectives Positively engaging with customers and developing, growing and maintaining customer relationships Delivering high quality services and deliverables ensuring that services meet our Customer s requirements. Managing projects and/or programmes to deliver high quality services and deliverables in accordance with the business procedures Administering contracts as a project manager Producing and presenting to customers Mentoring and coaching employees so that they realise their full potential Preparing bids for services. Managing service delivery for profit Advising directors promptly of any issues that have arisen, or may arise, on projects. Opportunities to develop and grow your career A very competitive salary package, with a contributory pension scheme, bouns scheme. Flexible working arrangements Who we re looking for: Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills Sound project management and/or programme management experience post qualification. Sound knowledge and practiced experience of project management techniques Ability to administer construction contracts as Project Manager Clear understanding of legislation impacting on building contracts. Excellent communication skills - both oral and written. Methodical way of thinking and approach to work. Ability to absorb complex information and assess requirements readily. Excellent problem solving, negotiating, financial and numeracy skills Sound ICT skills, with a high proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Ability to work as part of a team and manage teams. Qualifications MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) or MAPM (Member of the Association of Project Managers) or MCIOB (Member of the Chartered Institute of Builders)

Test and Verification Manager months + +Hybrid in Portsmouth +Inside IR35 + 60 - 66 ph +Elligible to go through SC clearance - sole British nationals only due to nature of the project You will be leading the overall test definition aspects of the project to which you are assigned. You will be accountable for defining the test approach to meet the Customer requirements and managing the team to deliver against this approach. You will be training other engineers and leading by example. We need a highly experienced professional to produce the test artefacts that will be entered into the bid submission and who can then lead the Test & Verification on the delivery of the project, defining and then conducting, or overseeing, all test and verification activities on the project to cost, time and quality targets in line with the Business Management System. This includes the definition of the IVV Strategy to deliver the capability, for example, of satellite segment, control segment, ground segment, facilities segment and support systems Responsibilities Using appropriate tools and techniques verify and validate deliverables to standards defined in the BMS and specification requirements. Be aware of technological/engineering developments and issues in industry and interact with the Engineering Management to continuously improve Engineering. Manage production of test and verification strategies/plans which minimise risk by confirming validity of the technical solution as early/cost effectively as possible and verify that subcontractors' deliverables fully meet their contracted requirements. Advise in the creation/use of the System Reference Model or other test environments Be accountable for a Verification Cross Reference Index of test and verification status against requirements Be accountable for the defect management process with regards to T&V. Ensure the End-to-End testing complies with the project requirements Demonstrate to the Authority that the system meets contracted requirements Ensure that the test aspects of the projects are met on time, cost and quality Required: Educated to degree level in either a science or engineering based subject - highly desirable Formal qualification in testing - highly desirable (Advanced Manager level of ISTQB in Software Testing) Formal qualification in project management - highly desirable (e.g. Prince 2 practitioner) Formal training in project planning tools - highly desirable Experience in the Satellite Communications domain - highly desirable

TSS is looking for an SIA Store Detective in the Cheltenham area , where no two days will be the same and you will have the opportunity to carve out a career with the biggest name in security. Position: Store Detective Location: Cheltenham (with travel to Gloucester) Pay Rate: £17.00 per hour Hours: Various Shifts: Various Applicants must hold an SIA Door Supervisor licence. Applicants must have experience as a Store Detective or have a minimum of 3 years in Retail Security. Driving is an advantage but not essential, however applicants must be willing to travel. Your Time at Work As a Store Detective your duties include: - Ensure Premises Security: Deter threats, ensuring safety and security at all times. - Enforce Company Policy: Safeguard customers, colleagues, and visitors through delivery of loss prevention policies - Customers First; Help create a warm and welcoming first impression for customers - Report & React: Swiftly report incidents using digital reporting platforms, escalating issues to in-store management - Forge Strong Partnerships: Maintain effective relationships with local security/ Business Improvement Districts and Police - Vigilance: Be vigilant and proactive to detect and prevent shoplifting incidents - Conflict Resolution: support with the de-escalation of incidents using conflict management techniques Our Perfect Worker It is crucial to have great communication and customer service skills. A lot of admin is digital and paperless, so you'll need to be tech-savvy enough to use our digital devices. Our perfect Store Detective will need to be aged 18 or over, a confident communicator who is a team player with the drive to always provide a friendly and professional service. Join our client and you can also enjoy real career progression with a large international company - as the world's leading provider of security solutions, we offer loads of training and support. You'll be in safe hands from our induction and on-site training to regular reviews and welfare checks with our managers. Key Information and Benefits - 5.6 weeks holiday per year (8 of these will be in lieu of bank holidays, worked or not worked) - Workplace Pension Scheme - Progression training and development opportunities - Life assurance benefit - Contributory Healthcare Scheme - Eyecare vouchers - Employee Discount Schemes - Refer a friend scheme - Free uniform provided Job Ref: 1TSSG (T229) TSS are a recognised Disability Confident Leader Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. They prioritise accessibility, support, and opportunity for all employees. Join their diverse and empowering team today! About Staffline Staffline are working in Partnership with TSS, providing a recruitment solution for security roles. Please note that our job adverts are correct at the time of publication, but some details and job responsibilities are subject to change. This job advert may not be copied, imitated or used, in whole or in part, by third-party websites, without prior written consent from Staffline

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Development Manager with a strong electrical background. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities working with the Business Development director, building and maintaining strategic partnerships and driving revenue growth. The Business Development manager will help play a crucial role in shaping the company's market presence and expanding our footprint within the electrical services sector.

Job Title: Senior Town Planner Location: Altrincham Penguin Recruitment are delighted to be supporting an ambitious and growing planning and development consultancy with the appointment of a Senior Town Planner to join their team in Altrincham. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced planning professional to join a people-focused consultancy delivering innovative planning advice and creative solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects throughout the UK. The Role As a Senior Town Planner, you will play a key role in managing projects, providing planning advice to clients and supporting the wider team in delivering successful planning outcomes. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of your own projects while working alongside experienced planners and Directors on larger and more complex schemes. Key Responsibilities: Managing a range of planning projects from inception through to completion. Conducting detailed research into planning policy, planning history and development constraints. Preparing planning appraisals, statements, reports and planning applications. Developing planning strategies and providing clear, commercially focused advice to clients. Managing and monitoring planning applications proactively. Leading on householder, minor and other planning applications. Supporting senior colleagues and Directors on larger-scale development projects. Briefing and managing external consultants and technical teams where required. Liaising with clients, Local Planning Authorities, consultants and other stakeholders. Preparing regular project updates and providing clear communication to clients. Identifying potential issues and developing proactive solutions. Ensuring projects are delivered accurately, efficiently and within agreed deadlines. Supporting business development activities and developing professional networks. Contributing to the wider profile and growth of the consultancy. Supporting and mentoring more junior members of the team. About You: Relevant degree and ideally a Master's qualification in Town Planning, Geography, Environmental Planning or a related discipline. Strong previous experience within town planning, ideally gained within a planning consultancy. Good understanding of the UK planning system, legislation and planning policy. Experience independently managing planning applications and projects. Ability to undertake detailed research and translate findings into clear planning strategies and advice. Strong report writing and communication skills. Confident dealing directly with clients, planning officers and other stakeholders. Excellent project management and organisational skills. Commercially aware with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities and solving problems. Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work with limited supervision. RTPI Chartered or working towards MRTPI would be highly desirable. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle would be advantageous due to occasional site visits. What's on Offer: 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Option to buy or sell additional annual leave. Company bonus scheme. Company pension. Career break policy. Flexible and hybrid working opportunities. Diverse and interesting project portfolio across the UK. Strong opportunities for professional development and career progression. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Regular opportunities to develop client-facing and business development skills. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Town Planner looking to take greater ownership of projects, develop their client-facing experience and progress their career within a growing and forward-thinking planning consultancy. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

ACCOUNT MANAGER - CARE / HOSPITALITY FIELD BASED - BRISTOL 35,000 - 45,000 + COMPANY CAR + BONUS + EXCELLENT BENEFITS Get Recruited are recruiting on behalf of a well-established business who work in partnership with one of the world's largest consumer goods organisations. Due to continued growth, they are looking for an Account Manager / Relationship Manager to join the team and manage a portfolio of commercial customers across a defined territory. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Key Account Manager, Client Relationship Manager, Customer Success Manager, Territory Account Manager, Field Account Manager or similar who enjoys being out meeting customers, building long-term relationships and delivering an exceptional level of service. This is a highly field-based position, with around 4 days per week spent visiting customer sites across the territory. You'll predominantly work with customers within the care sector (around 70%), alongside hospitality clients including hotels and other large commercial sites. THE ACCOUNT MANAGER ROLE: Managing and developing relationships with an established portfolio of commercial customers across your territory Spending approximately 4 days per week in the field visiting customer sites Building strong, long-term relationships with key contacts and decision-makers Conducting regular account reviews and customer meetings Delivering customer training and providing ongoing support following installation Taking ownership of customer satisfaction, retention and the overall client relationship Working closely with internal engineering teams and external sales teams to ensure customers receive a seamless service Acting as the link between customers and the wider teams involved in their account Proactively identifying and resolving any customer issues Understanding each customer's operation and ensuring the service continues to meet their requirements Identifying appropriate upsell and account development opportunities Maintaining accurate records of customer visits, meetings and actions Planning and organising your own diary and customer visits across the territory Attending occasional company meetings and events YOU: Experience as an Account Manager, Key Account Manager, Relationship Manager, Client Relationship Manager, Customer Success Manager, Territory Account Manager, Field Account Manager or similar Strong experience managing existing B2B customer relationships within the care or hospitality sector Comfortable working in a highly field-based role and travelling throughout your territory Experience within care, hospitality, facilities management, commercial laundry, chemicals, hygiene, cleaning, equipment or another service-led B2B environment would be advantageous A natural relationship builder who genuinely enjoys spending time with customers Excellent communication and presentation skills Confident delivering training and holding meetings with customers Highly organised with excellent diary and time management skills Able to work autonomously and manage a territory effectively Commercially aware with the ability to identify account development and upsell opportunities Proactive, reliable and customer focused Full UK driving licence THE PACKAGE: Basic salary of 35,000 - 45,000 Company car Bonus Scheme 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays 37.5-hour working week Home based when not visiting customers Initial 1-week training programme in Nuneaton with hotel accommodation paid for Ongoing training and support Infrequent company meetings in Nuneaton Opportunity to work with a globally recognised organisation and its commercial customer base Stable business with excellent employee retention By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.

Business Development Manager Bristol Permanent Role 40,000 to 50,000 per Annum plus Benefits Are you an experienced Business Development Manager looking to join a growing environmental services business in Bristol ? This is an exciting opportunity to help drive business growth by developing new client relationships and identifying commercial opportunities across the construction and environmental sectors. The Role As Business Development Manager , you will have the opportunity to: Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, developers, consultants and public sector clients. Identify and secure new business opportunities. Promote a range of specialist environmental and construction services. Work closely with technical and operational teams to develop tailored client solutions. Manage opportunities from initial enquiry through to contract award. About You The successful Business Development Manager will have: Proven business development or technical sales experience. A background within environmental, construction, civil engineering, waste or related industries. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. A proactive approach and the ability to build lasting client relationships. Strong commercial awareness and the motivation to achieve ambitious growth targets. What's on Offer Competitive salary. Bonus scheme. Company car or car allowance. Ongoing training and professional development. The opportunity to join a respected and expanding business with an excellent industry reputation. If you're a motivated Business Development Manager ready for your next career move in Bristol , we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a forward-thinking team making a real impact across the industry in Bristol . Interested in this or other roles, please do not hesitate to contact William Lisle. We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

It is essential you have audit accountancy practice experience for this role Our client is seeking an Audit Manager within the Audit & Assurance team. This is a key role, requiring a passion for audit and so we are looking for an accomplished audit professional with previous experience operating at a manager level who shares in this enthusiasm. You would make a significant contribution towards the overall future development and success of this service line as well as the firm as a whole. You would oversee the effective management of a substantial portfolio of clients; planning assignments, briefing staff on the clients' business, ensuring all work carried out is compliant with auditing standards and that client and statutory deadlines are routinely met and exceeded. You would also oversee advisory engagements as part of your developing role. Business development experience would be an advantage as the role would provide the opportunity to identify new business, research and prepare proposals, as well as take part in formal presentations to prospective clients. Your role: To profitably manage a substantial portfolio of clients in the office, ensuring both excellent client service and making a significant contribution towards the overall future development and success of the service line and the firm. To manage assignments in accordance with the firm's standard procedures and confirm arrangements with the client, including likely costs and billing arrangements. To ensure audit quality at all times. Assist with internal and external quality assurance, ensuring any actions are completed in line with the firms and professional standards. To brief staff on the client's business and the pre-assignment instructions, to supervise and control the completion of work, and to undertake 'on the job' training and appraisals where necessary. To ensure that the job is completed within budget, and to discuss all materials points arising with the assignment partner and client immediately, particularly in relation to any anticipated overruns. To liaise with the client throughout the year and to practise the principles of excellent client service at all times. To ensure that appropriate liaison takes place with all other departments, and that all potential client needs are identified and serviced accordingly. To develop a detailed knowledge of the firm's specialist services and to undertake special work in response to client needs where appropriate. To perform the firm's review and completion procedures, to attend the final meeting with the client, and to ensure that the client subsequently receives the final accounts and commercial management letter on a timely basis. To oversee adhoc advisory projects; To ensure the profitable recoverability of work in progress, and to bill clients on a timely basis. To maintain an advanced level of technical knowledge through appropriate reading and courses, and to fulfil the Institute's CPD requirements. To research and prepare proposals for new work, and to take part in formal presentations to prospective clients. To act as a line manager to students and/or seniors; To take an active involvement in prospective client seminars, and to effectively follow up contact made. Attend staff meetings and training as required. Carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the role as reasonably requested by the line manager, Partner or Head of Service Line. The person: Candidates must be ACA or ACCA qualified. Previous experience operating at manager level in a similar role; Proven experience in managing a portfolio of clients and developing strong client relationships; Proven wide audit experience in producing high quality audits; Audit experience within the SME sector would be advantageous; Charity experience is also desirable but not essential; Business development experience and interest would be a distinct advantage

Senior Controls & Automation Engineer Employment Type: Permanent Reporting to: Engineering Manager Sector: Industrial Automation / Special Purpose Machinery The Role An established engineering business is looking for a Senior Controls & Automation Engineer to lead the development and standardisation of machine control systems across complex automated machinery. The role combines hands-on engineering with technical leadership, covering PLC software, motion control, automation, functional safety and machine connectivity . A key focus will be supporting the transition from Allen-Bradley to Siemens , while developing engineering standards and mentoring other engineers. Key Responsibilities Define and develop controls and software architecture standards. Lead the transition from Allen-Bradley to Siemens platforms. Design and develop PLC software using Siemens TIA Portal and S7-1500 PLCs . Configure and commission SINAMICS drives, Siemens safety systems and WinCC HMIs . Develop servo and multi-axis motion-control applications, including interpolation and synchronisation. Develop HMI/SCADA solutions, machine diagnostics and predictive maintenance functionality. Lead controls development for complex machinery and automated handling systems. Integrate conveyors, robotics, gantries and third-party automation equipment . Support machinery risk assessments, validation and CE/UKCA compliance . Ensure designs meet relevant functional safety, international standards and cybersecurity requirements. Support machine commissioning, FAT and SAT activities. Provide technical support for complex troubleshooting, modifications and upgrades. Mentor junior controls and electrical engineers and support continuous improvement. Technical Experience The successful candidate should have strong experience within controls engineering, industrial automation or special purpose machinery , including: Significant PLC programming experience. Strong Siemens TIA Portal experience. S7-1500 PLCs . SINAMICS drives . Siemens safety systems . WinCC HMI/SCADA development. Servo systems and multi-axis motion control . Automated handling and material-handling systems. Experience with conveyors, robotics and/or gantries . Complex machinery or special purpose machinery projects. Industrial communications including Profinet, Ethernet/IP, OPC UA and Modbus . Practical understanding of machine safety legislation. CE/UKCA compliance experience. Understanding of functional safety principles and standards. Machinery risk assessments and validation. Industrial cybersecurity awareness. Allen-Bradley experience would be beneficial, particularly alongside Siemens migration projects. Leadership & Personal Skills Experience mentoring and supporting other engineers. Ability to influence technical direction and engineering standards. Strong problem-solving and stakeholder-management skills. Comfortable communicating with customers, suppliers and senior management. Able to work collaboratively across mechanical, electrical, service and project teams. Health & Safety You will be expected to comply with all relevant health, safety and company procedures, ensuring machinery and engineering activities are undertaken safely and in accordance with applicable standards.

We are looking for an experienced ERP Project Manager with a strong manufacturing background to lead the implementation and ongoing development of an ERP system across the business This is a hands-on, business-focused role rather than a software development position. You will act as the key link between the business and the external ERP software provider, ensuring the system is configured to support operational requirements, improve efficiency, and deliver meaningful business insight. As an ERP Project Manager, you will be responsible for: Lead the implementation, development and optimisation of the company's ERP system. Work closely with department managers to understand business processes and translate operational requirements into ERP solutions. Manage the relationship with external ERP developers and software providers. Drive improvements in capacity planning and production planning. Implement and maintain Master Production Scheduling (MPS). Develop dashboards and reports to monitor business performance and key operational KPIs. Improve the planning and tracking of materials, labour, working hours and production activities. Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve operational efficiency. Ensure the ERP system is adopted effectively across all departments. Deliver user training and provide ongoing support to maximise system usage. Monitor project progress, manage priorities and ensure successful delivery of ERP improvements. The ideal candidate will be: Previous experience implementing or improving an ERP system. A strong manufacturing background is essential. Experience with capacity planning and production planning. Good knowledge of Master Production Scheduling (MPS). Understanding of manufacturing processes, material planning and Bills of Materials (BOMs). Experience creating and tracking operational KPIs. Able to work with different departments and understand their processes. Experience managing third-party ERP providers or software developers. Strong communication and project management skills. Someone who enjoys improving processes and driving change.

Turn Procurement Into a Force for Sustainable Change. Procurement decisions have consequences far beyond cost. They influence carbon emissions, social value, human rights, responsible sourcing and the resilience of entire supply chains. At Action Sustainability, we help organisations turn those responsibilities into practical action. We re one of the UK s leading sustainability consultancies and the team behind the award-winning Supply Chain Sustainability School. We also led the UK delegation in developing ISO 20400, the international standard for sustainable procurement, and continue to support its global adoption. Now we re looking for an experienced procurement professional who wants to use their expertise to create genuine environmental and social impact. If you understand procurement, care about sustainability and enjoy helping clients turn ambitious commitments into practical action, we d love to hear from you. The Role at a Glance Sustainable Procurement Consultant Remote-First UK based £40,000 - £47,000 DOE + Performance Bonus + Excellent Benefits Permanent Full Time Reporting to: Lead Consultant Pedigree: Leading UK Sustainability Consultancy Founders of the Supply Chain Sustainability School Led UK Delegation for ISO 20400 Clients Across: Manufacturing Technology Infrastructure FMCG Government Healthcare Construction Your Background / Skills: Sustainable Procurement, Procurement, Responsible Sourcing, Supply Chain Sustainability, ESG, Social Value, ISO 20400, Supplier Engagement, Project Management Who We Are Action Sustainability is a leading consultancy with a clear purpose: inspiring sustainable business. Our team of around 75 employees and associates works with organisations across the UK to turn sustainability ambitions into meaningful, measurable change. We established and continue to deliver the award-winning Supply Chain Sustainability School, and our expertise helped shape the international sustainable procurement standard ISO 20400. Today, we work with sector-leading organisations across Manufacturing, Technology, Infrastructure, FMCG, Government, Healthcare and Construction, helping them tackle some of the most important sustainability and supply chain challenges facing business. We re also an accredited Living Wage Employer and committed to creating a respectful, inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. The Opportunity This is a consulting role for someone who understands both procurement and sustainability and knows how to bring the two together in the real world. You ll advise clients on developing and implementing sustainable procurement strategies, embedding sustainability requirements throughout procurement processes and improving performance across their supply chains. That could mean helping a client incorporate ESG requirements into sourcing and tendering, conducting a sustainable procurement gap analysis, developing policies and tools, engaging suppliers or helping address challenges around carbon, social value, modern slavery and responsible sourcing. You ll also manage smaller client projects yourself and contribute to larger programmes alongside Senior and Lead Consultants, giving you plenty of opportunity to build your consulting experience and take increasing ownership. Where You ll Add Value Sustainable Procurement • Advise clients on sustainable procurement strategies, action plans and implementation. • Embed sustainability requirements into sourcing, tendering, contracts and supplier relationship management. • Conduct sustainable procurement gap analyses and evaluations, identifying practical opportunities for improvement. • Develop procurement policies, guidance, templates and tools aligned with recognised standards and best practice. • Support clients across carbon reduction, net zero, social value, human rights, modern slavery, responsible sourcing and circular economy principles. Supply Chain & Stakeholder Engagement • Design and facilitate supplier engagement programmes that improve sustainability performance. • Support supplier assessment, due diligence and capability-building initiatives. • Analyse supply chain sustainability data and turn findings into practical recommendations. • Facilitate workshops with procurement, sustainability, operational and executive stakeholders. • Build trusted client relationships and provide clear, evidence-based advice. Project Delivery • Manage smaller client projects and defined workstreams within larger programmes. • Act as the main client contact on appropriate projects, supported by Senior or Lead Consultants. • Manage timelines, budgets, quality and delivery to achieve successful and commercially sound outcomes. • Produce high-quality reports, presentations and recommendations. • Collaborate with colleagues across Action Sustainability to deliver joined-up solutions. Business Development & Thought Leadership • Contribute to proposals, bid responses and client presentations. • Identify opportunities to grow existing client relationships and develop new work. • Support the development of Action Sustainability s sustainable procurement services. • Design and deliver sustainable procurement training. • Contribute to webinars, blogs, conferences and wider thought leadership. • Support training and other activities through the Supply Chain Sustainability School. About You You ll already have a solid grounding in procurement, responsible sourcing or supply chain sustainability and be ready to use that experience across a varied portfolio of clients. You understand the procurement lifecycle and, importantly, have practical experience of bringing sustainability, social value or ESG considerations into procurement activity. You ll likely bring: • 3+ years experience within procurement, responsible sourcing, supply chain sustainability or procurement consultancy. • Strong understanding of the procurement lifecycle, including sourcing, tendering, evaluation, contract management and supplier relationship management. • Practical experience embedding sustainability, ESG or social value requirements into procurement processes. • Knowledge of sustainable procurement best practice and frameworks such as ISO 20400. • Experience engaging suppliers and supporting supply chain improvement programmes. • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple client priorities. • Experience facilitating workshops and engaging senior stakeholders. • Excellent written, analytical and presentation skills. • Commercial awareness and an understanding of successful project delivery. • The confidence to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues. It Would Be Great If You Also Bring • A degree or equivalent industry experience. • Experience within construction, infrastructure, public sector, utilities or higher education. • Knowledge of carbon management, net zero, modern slavery, responsible sourcing or social value. • Experience contributing to bids, proposals or wider business development. • CIPS qualification or membership. • ISEP membership or another relevant sustainability qualification. • Experience using procurement or supplier assessment platforms. Why Join Action Sustainability? This is an opportunity to combine your procurement expertise with work that delivers tangible environmental and social outcomes. You ll work alongside recognised sustainability and climate experts, advise sector-leading organisations and continue developing your consulting career within an award-winning specialist business. You ll also enjoy: • £40,000 - £47,000 salary DOE. • Performance-related bonus. • Flexible, remote-first working. • 8% employer pension contribution. • Birthday leave in addition to annual leave entitlement. • Career development and progression within an award-winning consultancy. • Exposure to leading organisations across multiple industries. • The opportunity to contribute to the Supply Chain Sustainability School. • Meaningful work delivering measurable real-world impact. Your Experience / Background / Previous Roles May Include Sustainable Procurement Consultant, Procurement Consultant, Responsible Sourcing Consultant, Sustainable Supply Chain Consultant, Procurement Sustainability Specialist, Responsible Procurement Specialist, Sustainable Procurement Manager, Supply Chain Sustainability Specialist, ESG Procurement Specialist, Procurement Specialist or Sustainability Consultant. Apply Now If you re passionate about sustainable procurement and want to help organisations turn sustainability commitments into practical improvements across procurement and supply chains, we d love to hear from you. Bring your procurement expertise, sustainability knowledge and ability to engage clients and suppliers - and help us inspire sustainable business. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone regarding your application. Your data is processed by Recruitment Revolution on the basis of legitimate interests for the purposes of the recruitment process. Please refer to the Recruitment Revolution Privacy Policy on their website for further details click apply for full job details

Your new company A well-established and personable organisation based in Bristol is seeking an Office Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. This is a varied and hands-on role offering the opportunity to take ownership of office operations, support senior management and contribute to the continued success of the business. Your new role As Office Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office and supporting a range of administrative, operational and customer-focused activities. Key duties will include: Overseeing daily office operations and facilities management Managing office supplies, equipment and supplier relationships Coordinating vehicle and fleet administration, including servicing, MOTs and compliance records Organising meetings, calendars, correspondence and office documentation Acting as the first point of contact for customer enquiries Supporting onboarding activities and general HR administration Processing invoices, expenses and basic financial administration Maintaining compliance, health & safety and company records Identifying and implementing process improvements to increase efficiency What you'll need to succeed Previous experience in an Office Manager, Office Coordinator or Administrator position Strong organisational and time management skills Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills Confident using Microsoft Office and administrative systems Professional and customer-focused approach Ability to work independently and use initiative What you'll get in return Salary up to 35,000, dependent on experience Permanent opportunity Opportunity to support Directors and collaborate with business planning Join and support a friendly team who pride themselves on their high quality service Flexi hours, (late start/early finish) Hybrid 1x per week with more flexibility available Varied role with genuine responsibility and autonomy Parking on site Potential development into wider operational, HR or management responsibilities 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 (url removed)

Business Development Manager Company Overview: For over 75 years, WIKA has been a renowned partner and competent specialist for any task in the field of measurement technology. With steadily growing efficiency, innovative technologies are applied when developing new products and system solutions. The reliability of the products and the readiness to face all challenges of the market have been the key factors for WIKA achieving a leading position in the global market. Within the WIKA Group, currently 11,200 employees are dedicated to maintain and improve technology in pressure, temperature, force and level measurement, and also in the fields of flow measurement, calibration and SF 6 gas solutions. WIKA Optical Sensing Ltd, previously known as Oxsensis, was acquired by WIKA in 2023 and brings expertise in optical sensing technology, particularly for pressure and temperature measurement. Your Activities: Own annual sales targets for existing products and new product introductions (excluding R&D NRE income). Manage major sales accounts. Develop and implement growth strategies, tactics, and action plans. Collaborate with WIKA colleagues on product and segment management activities. Engage with customer procurement teams to secure scheduled orders. Communicate value propositions and provide feedback on product gaps for future portfolio development. Evaluate and manage customer enquiries, liaising with Engineering to select appropriate solutions. Lead internal reviews and manage input to business processes. Own technical management of customer trials, including specification negotiation, test data review, and troubleshooting. Prepare manuals, user instructions, and marketing literature. Conduct product demonstrations and installation support. Work with Engineering and Operations to ensure effective scheduling, manufacturing, testing, and logistics. Maintain commercial documentation and ERP entries for material traceability. Operate within WIKA s Quality Management System and Employee Handbook. Your Profile: Essential: Proven experience in Business Development and Sales, with ability to manage full BD process. Engineering degree; STEM background preferred. Excellent communication skills across disciplines and organizational levels. Minimum 10 years experience in Power generation, Industrial systems, or Aerospace. Ability to combine strategic vision with hands-on technical capability. Desirable: Knowledge of optical principles and instrumentation. Experience in turbomachinery, industrial, power generation, or aerospace sectors. Familiarity with regulated industry Quality Management Systems. Membership of a Professional Engineering Institution. Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager - Livingston, UK Join a forward-thinking organisation based in Livingston, where ambition is matched with practical delivery. Our client is building strong, long-term relationships with customers and partners in FM / Telecoms / Power / Drainage / Water / EV sectors and are looking for a Business Development Manager who enjoys turning opportunities into measurable growth. If you're motivated by consultative selling, enjoy working with stakeholders, and want to make a real impact in a growing business, this role offers the platform to do exactly that. Job Responsibilities Identify, develop, and manage new business opportunities to drive revenue growth. Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective clients through a consultative approach. Develop and execute sales strategies aligned with company targets and market opportunities. Conduct market research to understand customer needs, competitor activity, and emerging trends. Manage the full sales cycle, from initial outreach and qualification through to proposal and close. Prepare and present sales proposals, ensuring solutions are tailored to customer requirements. Work closely with internal teams to ensure smooth delivery of agreed solutions and customer outcomes. Track sales activity, pipeline performance, and forecast accuracy, reporting progress as required. Attend meetings, networking events, and industry gatherings to strengthen brand presence. Contribute to continuous improvement of sales processes and lead generation activities. Required Skills & Qualifications Proven experience in business development or sales roles, ideally within a B2B environment. Experienced selling within national or large client links FM / Telecoms / Power / Drainage / Water / EV Strong consultative selling skills with the ability to understand customer challenges and propose solutions. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with confidence in presenting to decision-makers. Demonstrable ability to build and manage a sales pipeline, including accurate forecasting. Strong negotiation skills, with a track record of closing deals and managing commercial discussions. Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment. Competent in CRM systems and sales reporting to maintain pipeline visibility and performance tracking. Strong organisational skills, including attention to detail when preparing proposals and documentation. Relevant qualification in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience). Sales training or certification (for example, a recognised sales qualification) is desirable. Technical aptitude to quickly understand products/services and translate them into customer value. Call to Action If you're ready to take the next step in your sales career and help drive sustainable growth from Livingston, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now by submitting your CV. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

My client is a leading Civil Engineering and Groundworks contractor operating nationally across multiple regional offices, currently looking for a customer care coordinator, based in Tamworth. Built on a reputation for quality, safety, technical expertise and customer service, we work in partnership with major housebuilders and developers to deliver infrastructure, groundworks and civil engineering projects. Purpose of the Role The Customer Care Co-ordinator is responsible for managing customer care cases from initial notification through to successful completion and closure. Acting as the central point of contact for developers, clients, homeowners and internal operational teams, the role ensures defects, enquiries and service requests are handled professionally, efficiently and in line with customer care standards and service level agreements. The role plays a key part in protecting the company's reputation, delivering excellent customer experiences and supporting the achievement of Customer Service Excellence across all regional operations. Key Responsibilities Customer Care Administration Receive, log and manage customer care defects and service requests. Maintain accurate records within the customer care database and management systems. Ensure all customer care cases are correctly allocated and tracked through to completion. Monitor outstanding actions and follow up as required to ensure timely resolution. Customer Communication Act as the first point of contact for customers, homeowners and client representatives. Acknowledge customer care requests within agreed response times. Keep customers informed throughout the lifecycle of each case. Manage customer expectations professionally and courteously. Handle customer concerns and complaints with empathy and professionalism. Co-ordination of Repairs and Inspections Liaise with Contracts Managers, Site Teams, Operatives and Subcontractors to arrange inspections and remedial works. Schedule appointments with homeowners and clients. Issue diary invites and appointment confirmations. Co-ordinate resources to ensure remedial works are completed within agreed timescales. Database and Reporting Maintain accurate records of defects, customer communications, inspections and completed works. Produce reports on response times, completion rates and outstanding customer care cases. Assist in monitoring KPIs and service standards. Identify recurring issues and emerging trends. Commercial and Financial Responsibilities Assist in obtaining quotations for chargeable works. Process approved customer care orders. Support invoice administration and payment tracking where required. Ensure all supporting documentation is accurately recorded. Stakeholder Management Build effective working relationships with: Site Management Teams Contracts Managers Construction Directors Technical Teams Commercial Teams Clients and Developers Homeowners Promote a positive and professional image of the business at all times. Continuous Improvement Support initiatives aimed at improving customer satisfaction and service delivery. Contribute to lessons learned reviews and defect trend analysis. Promote a "right first time" approach by sharing recurring issue data with operational teams. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Customer care requests acknowledged within company SLA. Defects logged accurately and on time. Appointment booking timescales achieved. Customer satisfaction levels maintained or improved. Reduction in overdue customer care cases. Accurate maintenance of customer care records and databases. Timely closure of customer care actions. Skills, Knowledge and Experience Essential Previous experience in a customer care, customer service or administration role. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organisational and time management abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Confident using Microsoft Office packages including Outlook, Word and Excel. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to work effectively with operational and technical teams. Desirable Experience within construction, housebuilding, groundworks or civil engineering. Knowledge of defects management processes. Experience using customer care management systems. Understanding of construction terminology and build processes. Personal Attributes Customer focused. Professional and approachable. Highly organised. Proactive and solution orientated. Calm under pressure. Resilient when dealing with challenging situations. Team player with a positive attitude. Committed to delivering excellent customer service. Career Development Opportunities This role offers progression opportunities into: Senior Customer Care Co-ordinator Customer Care Manager Head of Customer Care with continued development in customer service excellence, quality assurance and operational support within the Groundworks and Civil Engineering sector. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.