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Retail Sales Assistant - Jollyes Pets - Colchester . Combine your passion for pets with your job and help deliver fantastic customer service to our pet parents and build a grrrreat career with Jollyes. Following exciting recent growth, we're looking for a talented individual to be a Sales Assistant in our Colchester store. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company voted Best Retailer 2024 ( by Retail Week and included in the Sunday Times ' Best Places to Work ' list. So, what's in it for you? The Benefits :At Jollyes, we're as passionate about our people as we are about our pets! We think our tail-wagging benefits package reflects our appreciation for all that our colleagues do and provides support where it's needed most. £8.18 - £12.21 per hour plus bonus potential up £1000 p.a. paid in two installments, terms and conditions apply. iTrent financial wellbeing package, powered by Wagestream, enabling access to earnings before pay day plus lots more discounts and savings benefits. Retail Trust membership - counselling, wellbeing and financial support for the retail industry Colleague 'Treats' - numerous discounts on up to 800 high street retailers and online service providers from groceries to holidays and cinema trips Colleague 'We Care' wellbeing & medical support services - online GP, mental health support, get fit programme and much more (including 'Tooth Fairy' dentist on demand). 30% off Jollyes branded products (and 20% off other brands in store for your pet's needs!) with discounts for our groomers and pet clinics too. Workplace pension scheme provided by Legal & General (contributions EE 3%, ER 5%) Free colleague uniform and on-site parking Additional paid leave for your wedding, new pet coming home and your birthday off! Enhanced Maternity leave - Full pay for first 26 weeks before reverting to SMP for 13 weeks. (or 6 weeks at full pay followed by 33 weeks at SMP if under 2 yrs service) Enhanced Paternity leave - partners to receive 4 weeks full pay (or 2 weeks full pay under 2 yrs svc) Top Dog Award scheme - colleague nomination scheme to recognise great service and the Jollyes values with a 'Cat nap day' to enjoy a day off on Jollyes, as well as a 'Top Dog' badge and certificate Buy/Sell holiday scheme - can purchase or sell up to 5 days provided it doesn't take you below the minimum entitlement! Cycle2Work scheme - up to 47% off a new bike & accessories via Halfords Care concierge supporting colleagues who are carers with access to information, services and benefits Alvie health coaching / cancer support (specialist nurses, physio's, nutritionists, psychologists ) Discounted membership for David Lloyd Clubs - access to gym, pool, spa, classes, racquet sports, kids clubs and more Learning & Development for future progression into specialist or Key Holder roles, Management or Support roles - you really can have a great career with Jollyes! = Pro rata for part time colleagues What do we need from you?: Your role as a Sales Assistant will be to help your store colleagues to maximise the potential of the store by providing genuinely helpful and friendly customer service, upholding great store standards with available stock and clean and tidy presentation, and promoting responsible pet ownership. We are seeking people with a fun personality who are great at interacting with pets and people. Enjoy the challenges of a fast-paced retail workplace. Ideally, you will have experience in a similar, customer facing environment and have a hands-on approach. Most of all, you must be able to offer the highest levels of customer service and be an ambassador for the Jollyes brand, sharing our values of being: Genuine, Wise, Focused, Eager, Together. A high level of flexibility is required as our opening hours include evenings and weekends. Therefore you should be flexible to cover any shifts over 7 days. Part time, permanent position - 12 hours per week About Jollyes Pets Jollyes are an award-winning UK pet retailer with over 100 stores and over 50 years of pet expertise between our paws. Winners of the Retail Week award for ' Best Retailer 2024 ' (under £250m t/o), and listed in the Sunday Times ' Best Places to Work ' you really can be sure you're joining a great brand and employer, trusted by our customers and our colleagues. Accredited by RestLess as an age inclusive employer we welcome applications of all ages (16+), and with our accreditation to the Pet Sustainability Coalition, we're friendly to pets people and the planet too! To Apply If you're keen to develop your career in retail and benefit from future progression as we continue to grow, you'll be warmly welcomed and your contribution truly valued. Click the 'apply' button today and join our pack as a Jollyes Sales Assistant!

At Iceland we like to do things differently. We are a fair and ethical retailer, who believe in investing in our people and making a difference. We have exciting opportunities available for Online Pickers to join our dynamic team. The position is suited to an individual with passion for doing a great job, who wants to work for a business you can be proud of. We believe that our success comes from our colleagues, so we are looking for committed team players to help us become the best on the High Street when it comes to accurately and efficiently fulfilling customer online shopping orders. Make a difference as a member of our online operation, where your role will be to pick and pack our great quality products for our online customers as if you were shopping for yourself. This is a job that can offer you flexibility across a variety of shift patterns, a great rate of pay, and the opportunity to become part of a supportive and connected team. Essential criteria for this role: - Work with efficiency, accuracy and pace - Take pride in your work - Have a positive can-do attitude - Must be highly flexible to work unsociable shifts So, if you are looking for a new and exciting opportunity with one of the fastest growing UK retailers, we would like to hear from you. Good luck with your application.

At Iceland we like to do things differently. We are a fair and ethical retailer, who believe in investing in our people and making a difference. We have exciting opportunities available for Online Pickers to join our dynamic team. The position is suited to an individual with passion for doing a great job, who wants to work for a business you can be proud of. We believe that our success comes from our colleagues, so we are looking for committed team players to help us become the best on the High Street when it comes to accurately and efficiently fulfilling customer online shopping orders. Make a difference as a member of our online operation, where your role will be to pick and pack our great quality products for our online customers as if you were shopping for yourself. This is a job that can offer you flexibility across a variety of shift patterns, a great rate of pay, and the opportunity to become part of a supportive and connected team. Essential criteria for this role: - Work with efficiency, accuracy and pace - Take pride in your work - Have a positive can-do attitude - Must be highly flexible to work unsociable shifts So, if you are looking for a new and exciting opportunity with one of the fastest growing UK retailers, we would like to hear from you. Shifts can start between 1am and 6am. Please ensure you are able to start during these hours, before applying Good luck with your application.

At Iceland we like to do things differently. We are a fair and ethical retailer, who believe in investing in our people and making a difference. We have exciting opportunities available for Online Pickers to join our dynamic team. The position is suited to an individual with passion for doing a great job, who wants to work for a business you can be proud of. We believe that our success comes from our colleagues, so we are looking for committed team players to help us become the best on the High Street when it comes to accurately and efficiently fulfilling customer online shopping orders. Make a difference as a member of our online operation, where your role will be to pick and pack our great quality products for our online customers as if you were shopping for yourself. This is a job that can offer you flexibility across a variety of shift patterns, a great rate of pay, and the opportunity to become part of a supportive and connected team. Essential criteria for this role: - Work with efficiency, accuracy and pace - Take pride in your work - Have a positive can-do attitude - Must be highly flexible to work unsociable shifts So, if you are looking for a new and exciting opportunity with one of the fastest growing UK retailers, we would like to hear from you. Shifts can start between 1am and 6am. Please ensure you are able to start during these hours, before applying Good luck with your application.

QuickBooks Accounts Assistant (IMMEDIATE START) South West London, England Office based in Surbiton Permanent, full-time (Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm) £competitive salary for the right candidate The continued growth of our business has led to an increased demand on our finance function and we are looking for a QuickBooks Accounts Assistant who thrives on working in a high scale impactful environment. This will be an exciting opportunity for the right person to make their mark within a small motivated team. Job Description As part of the Finance team, you will be providing financial and administrative assistance. This is a very process driven role and therefore efficiency and accuracy are key attributes required for the daily operations. You will be responsible for a varied remit, including, but not limited to: Receiving, coding and posting purchase invoices Liaising with suppliers and customers Checking and posting staff expenses Preparing payment runs for approval Processing sales orders Raising sales invoices Management of Company credit cards, including coding and posting Posting of bank transactions Weekly reconciliation of bank accounts Issuing customer statements Credit control General administration and office management Working on updating commercial dashboard and reports Liaising with sales and account management teams to carry out necessary responsibilities Update compliance spread sheets with data supplied Ensuring all compliance certification is correctly completed and processed to the appropriate method of recording the certificate The timely completion of all scanning and uploading of paperwork as required by the business To succeed in this role it is essential that you meet the following criteria: Live within 1 hour commute of office location Excellent communication skills with fluency in both verbal and written English Excellent data entry/book keeping skills with at least 2 years of consecutive finance experience of working with QuickBooks online accounting software Great organisational skills, ability to manage own time and prioritise workloads Strong attention to detail and accuracy with a good understanding of accounts process Ability to identify process improvements Analytical and proactive thinking Positive and friendly attitude Excellent IT skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)

ite Manager - Planned works (Retrofit and planned works) 40k + car allowance/salary sacrifice scheme + Benefits Full-time, permanent position Based in Bristol We are working with a leading Social Housing Contractor to recruit a proactive Site Manager to deliver a decarbonisation and planned works project for Social Housing in Bristol. This is a client facing role, you will be responsible for delivering refurbishment programs to tenanted properties, through effective management of your site team of Assistant Site Managers and Customer Service Officers. You must have experience of delivering similar projects with a reputable main contractor, delivering projects on time and within budget, whilst ensuring health and safety standards are adhered to at all times. We are looking for a hands on Site Manager, with a proven track record of driving sites through effective management and maintaining site presence. Site Manager Duties: Controlling the overall direction and whilst maintaining financial control of the contract Work in partnership with the client and client representatives, to ensure that a high quality service delivery is actually provided Cost control and subcontractor management Implementing the short, mid and long term programmes for the various work streams Carry out onsite inspections, undertake investigations, enquiries, prepare reports and offer solutions maintaining continuous improvement Hand over properties on time, working to strict key performance indicators Liaison with the client and contract administrators Health and safety on the site Management and control of the site administration and staff Scheduling and procurement of materials Chair sub-contractor progress meetings Liaising with Design Teams, Client Representatives and Consultants Programming works using MS Project An SMSTS is required You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. This is a full time, permanent role for which you will receive a competitive salary of up to 45K + car allowance + Benefits. For your chance of securing this role please apply online now, or for more information, call Meg on (phone number removed)!

At Iceland we like to do things differently. We are a fair and ethical retailer, who believe in investing in our people and making a difference. We have exciting opportunities available for Online Pickers to join our dynamic team. The position is suited to an individual with passion for doing a great job, who wants to work for a business you can be proud of. We believe that our success comes from our colleagues, so we are looking for committed team players to help us become the best on the High Street when it comes to accurately and efficiently fulfilling customer online shopping orders. Make a difference as a member of our online operation, where your role will be to pick and pack our great quality products for our online customers as if you were shopping for yourself. This is a job that can offer you flexibility across a variety of shift patterns, a great rate of pay, and the opportunity to become part of a supportive and connected team. Essential criteria for this role: - Work with efficiency, accuracy and pace - Take pride in your work - Have a positive can-do attitude - Must be highly flexible to work unsociable shifts So, if you are looking for a new and exciting opportunity with one of the fastest growing UK retailers, we would like to hear from you. Shifts can start between 1am and 6am. Please ensure you are able to start during these hours, before applying Good luck with your application.

If you love accuracy, enjoy working with numbers, and want a role where you ll make a real impact on the college s financial operations, this is the perfect opportunity. You ll help manage the college s income, support students and stakeholders with friendly financial guidance, and play a key role in keeping our systems running smoothly. What you ll do: • Raise and send invoices for tuition fees, commercial activity and other services • Monitor outstanding payments and support credit control processes • Process and allocate incoming payments with accuracy and care • Reconcile income accounts and maintain clear, up-to-date records • Support students, parents, employers and partners with finance queries • Assist with reporting, audits and compliance procedures • Manage product listings, orders and income through the College s online shop What we re looking for: • AAT Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) • Strong IT skills, including confident use of Microsoft Office • Experience working with accounting systems and financial procedures • Excellent organisation, accuracy and time-management • Great communication skills and a calm, professional manner • Ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team • A positive attitude, problem-solving mindset, and commitment to great customer service • Commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality and equality We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community. Please note that this vacancy may close before the published closing date if sufficient applications are received so if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible. To apply, you MUST have Right to Work in the UK. Safeguarding Statement New College Swindon is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. References will be sought on shortlisted candidates before interview and by agreement.

Want to lend your skills to a charity which supports people with a learning disability as a Senior Finance Assistant? We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for the position of Senior Finance Assistant Income This is a key role that supports the financial strength of the business through effective credit management, Invoicing, Allocation of cash and stakeholder collaboration. As a Senior Finance Assistant at MacIntyre, no two days are the same, you will be learning your profession from people with a great deal of experience and expertise in finance and technology. About the Role As Senior Finance Assistant- Income, you will be responsible for overseeing a portfolio of customer accounts, ensuring timely payments, resolving account queries, and managing debt recovery. You will play a vital part, driving best practice in cash collection, resolution, of invoicing issues and acting as a senior referral point for both internal and external stakeholders. You will be able to complete complex reconciliations. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will work as part of a wider team to ensure that Income is recognised in the correct periods and at the earliest possible opportunity, and You will be able to complete complex reconciliations to ensure that customer accounts are accurate and up to date. This is a full-time role, Monday to Friday, 35 hours a week. Office based Key Responsibilities: Manage debtor accounts and ensure customers pay to terms Maximise aged debt collection and minimise credit risk Process incoming funds and maintain account reconciliations Resolve account queries efficiently and professionally Run adhoc and regular invoices Maintain accurate customer master data Support team development with the Head of Finance Deliver ongoing coaching, mentoring, and training to the team and the wider charity Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Finance to support business growth and account management Contribute to the improvement of debt collection processes. Able to handle ledger in excess of £50 million Comfortable with many different credit terms from annual invoices to pay on receipt A Clean Enhanced DBS is essential. In the absence of the Head of Finance, you will step in to ensure continuity and support in all aspects of the credit function. About you As a people orientated organisation, candidates must demonstrate a strong match for our vibrant culture and our core values: Our successful candidate will celebrate differences, strive to make all our staff feel included, valued and respected as well as demonstrating the following skills and experience: Either part qualified or QBE Mentoring skills Proficiency across the Microsoft office suite; particularly Excel and Word Strong numerical Skills Excellent Written & Verbal Communication Skills Attention to detail and proven ability to work to tight deadlines; Ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload whilst maintaining a high degree of accuracy Pro-active with initiative and a strong team player Ability to build and maintain close relationships with internal and external stakeholders Experience supporting HOF with month end processes is desirable Strong Ability to Manage own time & responsibilities About us MacIntyre is a national charity which supports over 1,200 people with a learning disability and/or autism. We were founded in 1966 by the visionary parent of a child with disabilities and have been growing steadily ever since. We celebrate and develop everyone's unique gifts, talents and contributions. Training and Development Our training programme is tailored to support you and the development of your career from day one all the way through to any professional qualifications you wish to undertake. MacIntyre' aim is to empower our people to become the best that they can be and provide them with the tools to develop themselves personally, going beyond their technical ability and out with their field of expertise to become the leaders of our future. Pay and Rewards We provide a range of benefits to reward and thank our staff which includes: Free parking from January, 2023 Six weeks' annual leave including statutory public holidays Workplace Pension scheme - MacIntyre will contribute 3% of your salary to all eligible employees MacIntyre Staff Savings Scheme Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing Health Cash Plan which provides money back on core health treatments such as: optical, dental, physiotherapy, chiropody (at reduced cost) MacIntyre Sick Pay (qualifying period) Life assurance scheme offering valuable benefits to your dependents MacIntyre Rewards Scheme which recognises and rewards staff MacIntyre Perks which offers up to 6% discount off leading retailers including Tesco, Curry/PC World, Costa and many more Access to the Blue Light Card which offers thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street for emergency and social care staff. Enhanced DBS Certificate (cost paid by MacIntyre) How to apply If this job sounds like the right fit for you, click on the Apply button on the MacIntyre website, complete some brief details and upload your CV. Please note: we reserve the right to close this advert early if we have received a sufficient number of applications, so don't delay, apply today. NO AGENCIES AND PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY. THANK YOU Safer Recruitment and Diversity statement MacIntyre safeguards and promotes the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Therefore we work with successful candidates to complete appropriate checks prior to joining. MacIntyre is committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion among our workforce. We want our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and the people we support. As part of this commitment, our accessibility toolbar allows you a number of options: read adverts in another language (including Welsh for our Services located in Wales), change the font to Open Dyslexia, change the colours, and many others. Just click the button marked "Accessibility" at the top of the screen. COVID-19 Information We will take every precaution to keep you and everyone involved safe during the recruitment process and your employment with MacIntyre. We encourage all our employees to follow Government advice and get vaccinated against COVID and flu. If you are a frontline care worker, you are on the priority list for vaccination. JBRP1_UKTJ

About The Role Ark St Alban's Academy Catering Assistant Location: Highgate, Birmingham Salary : Ark Support Salary Scale 1, £24,482 (£14,624, actual salary based on working 25 hours per week, term time only Contract: Permanent Working hours: Part time, Term time only. 0930 - 14:30 Monday to Friday Start date: Flexible for the right candidate Closing date: 14 December 2025 Interview date: 15 December 2025 Are you enthusiastic about food and enjoy working in a busy kitchen environment? This could be the perfect role for you! About the role: Ark St Alban's Academy is looking for a friendly and hardworking Catering Assistant to join our dedicated catering team. You'll play an important part in delivering a high-quality meal service for our students and staff, helping to create a positive dining experience every day. As a Catering Assistant, you'll support with all aspects of food preparation, serving meals, maintaining kitchen hygiene, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations in the kitchen. What We're Looking For: Team Player: Able to work well with others in a fast-paced environment. Reliable & Positive: A can-do attitude and willingness to learn. Safety Conscious: Basic understanding of food hygiene and safety standards (training provided if needed). Organized & Efficient: Able to follow instructions and complete tasks promptly. Customer Focused: Friendly and approachable when serving students and staff. If you enjoy working with food and want to make a difference in a school community, we'd love to hear from you! Benefits Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale. Generous pension scheme. Access to Ark rewards - a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers Interest-free loans - up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle. Gym discounts - offering up to 40%. Access to Employee Assistance Programme - providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support. Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark at arkonline.org/careers/why-work-with-us/ About Us We are committed to addressing educational disadvantage. We consistently guide pupils to GCSE and A-Level outcomes which place our cohorts in the top 10% of schools nationally on many measures, including those for the progress of disadvantaged pupils. Our school serves pupils from central Birmingham. The percentage of our cohort eligible for the Pupil Premium is the eighth highest in the country. There are very few communities in the UK who need great teachers more than ours. Teachers and leaders at Ark St Alban's Academy are determined to prove that the background of a young person can be no impediment to their success. Our school prepares pupils to succeed at elite universities, with our alumni proudly representing our community at prestigious destinations including Cambridge University, Durham University and the London School of Economics. Visit arkstalbans.org/jobs to learn more about us. Diversity and inclusion: We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone - staff and students - can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark's diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link. Safeguarding statement: Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark's safer recruitment process, please click this link. Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage to submit your application at your earliest convenience.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop an administrative career in government, working at the heart of Government, whilst also providing you with the opportunity to work alongside senior leaders. If you are organised, efficient and people focused, then we would love to hear from you! About the Team This is an exciting opportunity to join the Group Management Support (GMS) Team to provide personal assistance and corporate support. The role is wide-ranging and fast-paced at the heart of the Group. The GMS is made up of 2 experienced PA's, a Private Secretary and a Business Manager based across the Darlington and London offices. Their aim is to provide a professional PA and Business Support service to keep the work of the Group running smoothly, enable it to deliver its objectives, and operate in line with the Treasury's policies and procedures. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate and will be a great introduction to a career in the Civil Service. We offer tailored training to PAs, dedicated networks for professions and interests and offer other development opportunities. About the Job Key Accountabilities for this role include: Diary management - proactively plan and manage the diary using your professional judgement to line up meetings in a well-organised way. Resolve conflicts, negotiate and allocate time to Deputy Directors (DDs) priorities. Support DDs priorities - you will support by anticipating problems, risks, issues and corporate tasks that they will have to deal with and proactively make suggestions about the best way to take them forward. Coordinating Logistics - ensure the DDs are clear on their schedules for the day and prepare diary and meeting folders in preferred format. Coordinate all logistics of virtual and in-person, internal and external meetings including organising international travel, hotels, taxis, visas, rooms, conference phone lines etc. Correspondence management - Manage and coordinate official correspondence including Ministerial responses, Parliamentary Questions, Freedom of Information requests, and Treat Official communications, ensuring timely and accurate handling in line with departmental standards. Team support - Provide cover for the other PAs in the Group Management Services Team (GMS) during absences by monitoring the inboxes and diaries of the Deputy Directors they support when needed. Building Relationships - take the initiative to develop and lead relationships with key external and internal partners and colleagues to effectively do the job. Admin/Secretariat Support The successful applicant will undertake a Level 3 Business Administration apprenticeship with Paragon as part of this role, and therefore you will need to be eligible for this to be considered for the post. Full details for the apprenticeship standard can be found in the link. You will need to meet the eligibility requirements for apprenticeship funding, more information is available here , and pass an assessment of prior learning from the apprenticeship provider to ensure funding is being used to develop new knowledge, skills and behaviours. As part of this, you will be required to evidence the below existing qualifications: Equivalent of Level 2 Maths and English (GCSE Grade C/4 or above). About You The successful candidate will: Deliver service objectives with professional excellence, expertise and efficiency, taking account of diverse customer needs. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work with colleagues at all levels be able to express information and ideas clearly. Work independently and manage a busy workload to deliver changing deadlines and priorities. Some of the Benefits our people love! 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 after 5 years), plus 8 public holidays and the King's birthday (unless you have a legacy arrangement as an existing Civil Servant). Additionally, we operate flexitime systems, allowing employees to take up to an additional 2 days off each month Flexible working patterns (part-time, job-share, condensed hours) Generous parental and adoption leave packages Access to a generous Defined Benefit pension scheme with employer contributions of 28.97% Access to a cycle-to-work salary sacrifice scheme and season ticket advances A range of active staff networks, based around interests (e.g. analysts, music society, sports and social club) and diversity For more information about the role and how to apply, please follow the apply link. If you need any reasonable adjustments to take part in the selection process, please tell us about this in your online application form, or speak to the recruitment team at

A UK-based manufacturing business producing high-quality products for a range of customers is looking for Purchasing Assistant to support in the efficient sourcing, purchasing and supply of materials and components for bespoke manufacturing operations. Along with a competitive remuneration (commensurate with experience), you will also receive: The opportunity to grow within the team A supportive and collaborative working culture Competitive remuneration, commensurate with experience Company pension scheme plus other benefits What youll be doing as Purchasing Assistant: Process purchase orders and invoices accurately and in a timely manner. Liaise with suppliers to confirm order details, pricing, and delivery schedules. Monitor and manage stock levels to prevent shortages or excess inventory. Assist with supplier evaluations and the sourcing of new materials and vendors. Support the resolution of supplier issues including late deliveries and quality concerns. Maintain and update purchasing documentation and supplier records. Work collaboratively with production, finance, and logistics teams to support smooth operations. Contribute to cost-saving and continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function. What were looking for in a Purchasing Assistant: Strong organisational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail. Effective communication and interpersonal skills for supplier and internal liaison. Experience working within a purchasing or supply chain environment (preferably manufacturing). Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); experience using ERP/MRP systems is advantageous. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines. Proactive, adaptable, and keen to develop within a growing manufacturing business. To apply for this role as Purchasing Assistant, please click apply online and upload an updated copy of your CV. Candidate Source Ltd is an advertising agency. Once you have submitted your application it will be passed to the third party Recruiter who is responsible for processing your application. This will include holding and sharing your personal data, our legal basis for this is legitimate interest subject to your declared interest in a job. Our privacy policy can be found on our website and we can be contacted to confirm who your application has been forwarded to. JBRP1_UKTJ

About The Role What you'll be doing: Working with the Store Manager, you'll share joint responsibility for the day to day running of the store You will be working up to 45 hours per week - all extra time worked is paid or can be taken as time off in lieu You'll be leading by example, co-managing a small team of between 4 - 6 members of staff You'll be committed to motivating your team to deliver a great customer experience as well as achieving challenging sales targets With a commitment to offering honest advice, you will build rapport with customers, exceeding their expectations and reassuring them when they're bewildered by choice What you'll need - skills and experience: Proven experience in a retail customer service orientated or sales environment Supervisory or junior management experience within a retail or field sales position, ideally in a hard goods environment You'll have practical experience / knowledge of some or all of our product range Proven ability to sell some or all of our product range Proven ability to deliver excellent customer service to all of our customers Proven experience in achieving sales targets You'll be a confident, enthusiastic team player Your personal skills should include accuracy and numeracy as well as basic computer literacy You'll possess a high degree of self motivation and a can-do attitude You'll demonstrate a desire to succeed both individually and as co-leader of the team Benefits What you'll get in return for your commitment: Staff Discounts Healthcare Cash plans A company pension scheme Life Cover Access to the Retail Trust, our well-being platform - offering a 24-hour helpline for a variety of support services Discounts on 100 s of high street & online brands including restaurants, holidays, and shopping Role specific training and development Proactive promotion of internal candidates Paid Breaks Free Tea & Coffee About The Company Where you'll be working: Machine Mart are the UK's leading specialist retailer of workshop power tools and equipment to the general public and trade customers. With stores nationwide and over 40 years in business we are at the forefront of our sector and are supporting our recent success with continued growth. For further information on our company and our product range, visit our website:

Store Manager - Premium Fashion & Occasion wear Location: Edinburgh Salary: Up to £33,010 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Contract: Permanent Lead a Store Where Every Day Means Making Someone Feel Amazing If you're passionate about style, love creating memorable moments, and thrive in a warm, high-service environment, this could be the perfect next step in your retail career.We're searching for a Store Manager who brings confidence, creativity, and heart into everything they do, someone who knows that premium retail is about connection, not just clothes.Whether you're already leading a store or you're an exceptional Assistant Manager ready for that step up, this is your opportunity to run a beautiful, experience-led store where customers feel understood, supported, and celebrated. What's in It for You? £33,010 annual salary + bonus Retail discounts Holiday buy scheme Supportive culture and genuine work-life balance Career development with a business that invests in its people Why This Role Stands Out You'll be joining a respected fashion business with a strong reputation for quality and elegance. Here, the focus is on: Personal styling and meaningful customer interactions A beautiful store environment A team who genuinely love making customers feel their best It's retail with purpose, not pressure. What We're Looking For You'll thrive here if you're: A stylish, confident leader from premium fashion, beauty, jewellery, or occasionwear Someone who believes sales come from service, not scripts A commercially aware manager who understands KPIs and can turn insight into action A natural coach who builds supportive, high-performing teams Detail-obsessed with visual standards and atmosphere What Your Day Will Look Like Leading and inspiring your team to deliver warm, thoughtful, consultative service Creating a store environment that feels elegant, welcoming, and emotionally engaging Helping customers through special, meaningful purchases Maintaining strong operational standards and stunning visual presentation Coaching your team to grow in confidence and capability Reviewing performance and driving results with clarity and positivity Ensuring the store operates safely, efficiently, and beautifully You'll Be a Perfect Fit If You Come from premium fashion, beauty, occasionwear, or high-touch retail Are friendly, approachable, and genuinely love helping people Understand how to build long-lasting customer relationships Want to lead a store with pride, warmth, and a sense of occasion About the Brand Our client is a well-known high-street name with a strong reputation for quality, service, and style. With exciting growth plans and a loyal customer base, they offer a rewarding and inspiring environment for ambitious retail leaders. Apply Now This role is managed by McCarthy Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency helping talented leaders find their perfect fit.Visit us online to apply or find out more: Web: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter: McCarthy RecruitmentMcCarthy Recruitment and our clients are equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

About The Role What you'll be doing: Working with the Store Manager, you'll share joint responsibility for the day to day running of the store You will be working up to 45 hours per week - all extra time worked is paid or can be taken as time off in lieu You'll be leading by example, co-managing a small team of between 4 - 6 members of staff You'll be committed to motivating your team to deliver a great customer experience as well as achieving challenging sales targets With a commitment to offering honest advice, you will build rapport with customers, exceeding their expectations and reassuring them when they're bewildered by choice What you'll need - skills and experience: Proven experience in a retail customer service orientated or sales environment Supervisory or junior management experience within a retail or field sales position, ideally in a hard goods environment You'll have practical experience / knowledge of some or all of our product range Proven ability to sell some or all of our product range Proven ability to deliver excellent customer service to all of our customers Proven experience in achieving sales targets You'll be a confident, enthusiastic team player Your personal skills should include accuracy and numeracy as well as basic computer literacy You'll possess a high degree of self motivation and a can-do attitude You'll demonstrate a desire to succeed both individually and as co-leader of the team Benefits What you'll get in return for your commitment: Staff Discounts Healthcare Cash plans A company pension scheme Life Cover Access to the Retail Trust, our well-being platform - offering a 24-hour helpline for a variety of support services Discounts on 100 s of high street & online brands including restaurants, holidays, and shopping Role specific training and development Proactive promotion of internal candidates Paid Breaks Free Tea & Coffee About The Company Where you'll be working: Machine Mart are the UK's leading specialist retailer of workshop power tools and equipment to the general public and trade customers. With stores nationwide and over 40 years in business we are at the forefront of our sector and are supporting our recent success with continued growth. For further information on our company and our product range, visit our website:

About The Role What you'll be doing: Working with the Store Manager, you'll share joint responsibility for the day to day running of the store You will be working up to 45 hours per week - all extra time worked is paid or can be taken as time off in lieu You'll be leading by example, co-managing a small team of between 4 - 6 members of staff You'll be committed to motivating your team to deliver a great customer experience as well as achieving challenging sales targets With a commitment to offering honest advice, you will build rapport with customers, exceeding their expectations and reassuring them when they're bewildered by choice What you'll need - skills and experience: Proven experience in a retail customer service orientated or sales environment Supervisory or junior management experience within a retail or field sales position, ideally in a hard goods environment You'll have practical experience / knowledge of some or all of our product range Proven ability to sell some or all of our product range Proven ability to deliver excellent customer service to all of our customers Proven experience in achieving sales targets You'll be a confident, enthusiastic team player Your personal skills should include accuracy and numeracy as well as basic computer literacy You'll possess a high degree of self motivation and a can-do attitude You'll demonstrate a desire to succeed both individually and as co-leader of the team Benefits What you'll get in return for your commitment: Staff Discounts Healthcare Cash plans A company pension scheme Life Cover Access to the Retail Trust, our well-being platform - offering a 24-hour helpline for a variety of support services Discounts on 100 s of high street & online brands including restaurants, holidays, and shopping Role specific training and development Proactive promotion of internal candidates Paid Breaks Free Tea & Coffee About The Company Where you'll be working: Machine Mart are the UK's leading specialist retailer of workshop power tools and equipment to the general public and trade customers. With stores nationwide and over 40 years in business we are at the forefront of our sector and are supporting our recent success with continued growth. For further information on our company and our product range, visit our website: