Job Title: Procurement Assistant Location: Dalston, London Salary : £25,000 per annum Job Type: Full time, Permanent Assistive Solutions specialises in supporting individuals eligible for Disabled Students' Allowances within higher education. We are a Social Enterprise that works with disabled people, providing specialist computer equipment, 1-1 teaching and have an in-house software development team. Assistive Solutions are a Disability Confident Employer. About the role: We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to join our small team as a Procurement Assistant. Key Responsibilities Ordering DSA Software which has bespoke details and end user requirements Raising and Expediting purchase orders to meet the demands of the business Communicating with suppliers over the phone and email regarding delivery dates, orders and returns Resolving invoice queries and obtaining invoices Cover for other procurement staff during holidays ERP administrative tasks - including setting up of new products, setting commodity codes and populating data on products About you: Required Skills Good understanding of purchasing and supply chain IT and Computer Literate - Excel and Outlook Knowledge Ability to maintain and build good working relationships, internally and externally Organised and ability to prioritise workload Able to use initiative and use reasoning for fast decision making Technical knowledge of computers, regarding specifications and further industry knowledge Benefits: 20 days leave plus bank holidays Office closure between Christmas and new year (not included in leave allocation) Equipment purchase at cost price Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; IT Procurement Advisor, Purchaser, Procurement Manager, Purchasing, Supply Chain Coordinator, Procurement Administrator, Procurement Executive, Procurement Operations, IT Procurement Executive, Procurement Admin, Buyer, Purchaser may also be considered for this role.
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Procurement Assistant Location: Dalston, London Salary : £25,000 per annum Job Type: Full time, Permanent Assistive Solutions specialises in supporting individuals eligible for Disabled Students' Allowances within higher education. We are a Social Enterprise that works with disabled people, providing specialist computer equipment, 1-1 teaching and have an in-house software development team. Assistive Solutions are a Disability Confident Employer. About the role: We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to join our small team as a Procurement Assistant. Key Responsibilities Ordering DSA Software which has bespoke details and end user requirements Raising and Expediting purchase orders to meet the demands of the business Communicating with suppliers over the phone and email regarding delivery dates, orders and returns Resolving invoice queries and obtaining invoices Cover for other procurement staff during holidays ERP administrative tasks - including setting up of new products, setting commodity codes and populating data on products About you: Required Skills Good understanding of purchasing and supply chain IT and Computer Literate - Excel and Outlook Knowledge Ability to maintain and build good working relationships, internally and externally Organised and ability to prioritise workload Able to use initiative and use reasoning for fast decision making Technical knowledge of computers, regarding specifications and further industry knowledge Benefits: 20 days leave plus bank holidays Office closure between Christmas and new year (not included in leave allocation) Equipment purchase at cost price Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; IT Procurement Advisor, Purchaser, Procurement Manager, Purchasing, Supply Chain Coordinator, Procurement Administrator, Procurement Executive, Procurement Operations, IT Procurement Executive, Procurement Admin, Buyer, Purchaser may also be considered for this role.
As a trusted global transformation partner, Welocalize accelerates the global business journey by enabling brands and companies to reach, engage, and grow international audiences. Welocalize delivers multilingual content transformation services in translation, localization, and adaptation for over 250 languages with a growing network of over 400,000 in-country linguistic resources. Driving innovation in language services, Welocalize delivers high-quality training data transformation solutions for NLP-enabled machine learning by blending technology and human intelligence to collect, annotate, and evaluate all content types. Our team works across locations in North America, Europe, and Asia serving our global clients in the markets that matter to them. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. OVERVIEW The Business Development Director will work as a part of the global Sales Team and is responsible for generation of new leads, closing of new business and up-selling within the current client accounts. While often working on her/his own initiative, the role requires large degree of co-operation among all stakeholders involved in the sales cycle process. Some travelling will be necessary. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Development of an effective understanding of the Company's business and services. - Promotion of Welocalize' s competitive value and expertise in the localization industry. - Researching and analyzing industries in order to identify new business opportunities. - Establishing and maintaining client relationships. - Working knowledge of our contact database, invoicing system, and project management software. - Working with the Program Directors, Enterprise Project Managers and/or Project Manager (PM) to create account plans, RFPs, SOWs, quotes and ensuring that administrative details are handled efficiently and effectively. - Working effectively as a team with operations to exceed client expectations. - Working in a global team defining the underlying value proposition and service offerings for your existing clients and new client targets. - In conjunction with your manager, taking responsibility and accountability for designated clients and projects. - Collaboration with your manager and global team to define internal and external expectations and align those to specific deliverables. - Attending and participating in weekly department meetings. - Identifying and resolving client concerns. - Participation in industry conferences to network, acquire industry education, build new leads and sustain current client relationships. - Generating profitable sales that meets territory objectives through meeting and/or exceeding established sales targets. - Cultivating and building strong business relationships with key decision makers. - Management of the complete sales cycle from prospecting through to closing. - Prospecting via phone, e-mail and other mediums; follow-up calls, emails. - Demonstrating and educating the value of the service to the buyer. - Obtaining and provision of territory information regarding market intelligence and penetration. - Accurate planning and reporting of all sales related metrics. - Generation of a qualified pipeline for new business and existing clients. - Completing of required sales reporting and ensures accurate 90-day, 60-day and 30-day forecast updated weekly. Main Requirements Required skills: Must have Sales Experience in the legal sector (e-discovery, litigation, and IP are the primary areas) and able to demonstrate success in a like industry and position or similar. Must have current experience working with a sales quota on a monthly / yearly basis. Sales experience in the Legal Services sector or in the Translation / Localization space. Must have an understanding and proven track record working with Salesforce or related CRM. Has track record of procuring leads on his or her own while "owning" the business. Has track record of finding, closing and maintaining business including new and existing accounts. Strong computer skills. Other relevant skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Detail oriented. Positive attitude. Outstanding problem solving skills. Ability to work well with others and independently in a multi-cultural atmosphere. Educational Level Bachelor's degree (BA), or equivalent work experience.
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
As a trusted global transformation partner, Welocalize accelerates the global business journey by enabling brands and companies to reach, engage, and grow international audiences. Welocalize delivers multilingual content transformation services in translation, localization, and adaptation for over 250 languages with a growing network of over 400,000 in-country linguistic resources. Driving innovation in language services, Welocalize delivers high-quality training data transformation solutions for NLP-enabled machine learning by blending technology and human intelligence to collect, annotate, and evaluate all content types. Our team works across locations in North America, Europe, and Asia serving our global clients in the markets that matter to them. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. OVERVIEW The Business Development Director will work as a part of the global Sales Team and is responsible for generation of new leads, closing of new business and up-selling within the current client accounts. While often working on her/his own initiative, the role requires large degree of co-operation among all stakeholders involved in the sales cycle process. Some travelling will be necessary. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Development of an effective understanding of the Company's business and services. - Promotion of Welocalize' s competitive value and expertise in the localization industry. - Researching and analyzing industries in order to identify new business opportunities. - Establishing and maintaining client relationships. - Working knowledge of our contact database, invoicing system, and project management software. - Working with the Program Directors, Enterprise Project Managers and/or Project Manager (PM) to create account plans, RFPs, SOWs, quotes and ensuring that administrative details are handled efficiently and effectively. - Working effectively as a team with operations to exceed client expectations. - Working in a global team defining the underlying value proposition and service offerings for your existing clients and new client targets. - In conjunction with your manager, taking responsibility and accountability for designated clients and projects. - Collaboration with your manager and global team to define internal and external expectations and align those to specific deliverables. - Attending and participating in weekly department meetings. - Identifying and resolving client concerns. - Participation in industry conferences to network, acquire industry education, build new leads and sustain current client relationships. - Generating profitable sales that meets territory objectives through meeting and/or exceeding established sales targets. - Cultivating and building strong business relationships with key decision makers. - Management of the complete sales cycle from prospecting through to closing. - Prospecting via phone, e-mail and other mediums; follow-up calls, emails. - Demonstrating and educating the value of the service to the buyer. - Obtaining and provision of territory information regarding market intelligence and penetration. - Accurate planning and reporting of all sales related metrics. - Generation of a qualified pipeline for new business and existing clients. - Completing of required sales reporting and ensures accurate 90-day, 60-day and 30-day forecast updated weekly. Main Requirements Required skills: Must have Sales Experience in the legal sector (e-discovery, litigation, and IP are the primary areas) and able to demonstrate success in a like industry and position or similar. Must have current experience working with a sales quota on a monthly / yearly basis. Sales experience in the Legal Services sector or in the Translation / Localization space. Must have an understanding and proven track record working with Salesforce or related CRM. Has track record of procuring leads on his or her own while "owning" the business. Has track record of finding, closing and maintaining business including new and existing accounts. Strong computer skills. Other relevant skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Detail oriented. Positive attitude. Outstanding problem solving skills. Ability to work well with others and independently in a multi-cultural atmosphere. Educational Level Bachelor's degree (BA), or equivalent work experience.
TRAINEE PURCHASING ASSISTANT (FOOD & BEVERAGE DEPT) Are you someone looking to start their career in the food and beverage industry as a Buyer with a market leading ship supply company, where you will be given in-house/on the job training? On offer is an excellent opportunity to get on board with a thriving business where you will play a key role in the companies dedicated procurement team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to join an Avonmouth company who supply food and beverage to ships around the UK. About the Role: Processing of customer's quotes and orders Daily ordering with suppliers Close liaison with warehouse and logistics dept. to ensure orders are completed and delivered in a timely manner Issuing of delivery notes and invoices for deliveries Sourcing and negotiating with suppliers Maintaining and building supplier and client relationships The Person: Ability to cope with pressure and adapt to situations Ability to work to tight deadlines Excellent communication skills Ability to work as part of a team Good organisation skills Outlook, excel and word literate Benefits: Company pension scheme Free on-site parking Cycle to Work scheme Hours: Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Starting Salary: £23,795- p.a. About our Client Our client is the UK's largest supplier to the worldwide shipping industry, with the capability of supplying goods and services to cruise, offshore, military and merchant vessels worldwide through their global proven network. How to Apply Please apply here and our client will be in direct contact.
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
TRAINEE PURCHASING ASSISTANT (FOOD & BEVERAGE DEPT) Are you someone looking to start their career in the food and beverage industry as a Buyer with a market leading ship supply company, where you will be given in-house/on the job training? On offer is an excellent opportunity to get on board with a thriving business where you will play a key role in the companies dedicated procurement team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to join an Avonmouth company who supply food and beverage to ships around the UK. About the Role: Processing of customer's quotes and orders Daily ordering with suppliers Close liaison with warehouse and logistics dept. to ensure orders are completed and delivered in a timely manner Issuing of delivery notes and invoices for deliveries Sourcing and negotiating with suppliers Maintaining and building supplier and client relationships The Person: Ability to cope with pressure and adapt to situations Ability to work to tight deadlines Excellent communication skills Ability to work as part of a team Good organisation skills Outlook, excel and word literate Benefits: Company pension scheme Free on-site parking Cycle to Work scheme Hours: Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Starting Salary: £23,795- p.a. About our Client Our client is the UK's largest supplier to the worldwide shipping industry, with the capability of supplying goods and services to cruise, offshore, military and merchant vessels worldwide through their global proven network. How to Apply Please apply here and our client will be in direct contact.
Senior Buyer Location: Gloucester Pay Range/details: £40,000 - £50,000 Contract Type: Permanent Do you have a passion for procurement? Are you proactive and a great communicator who enjoys working with suppliers? Our client is looking for a hardworking, self motivated person to join their team Key Responsibilities Senior Buyer Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favourable pricing, terms, and conditions while ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements. Continuously identify cost-saving opportunities, implement cost reduction initiatives, and drive efficiency in the procurement process. Conduct periodic reviews to ensure cost-effectiveness. Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the company's goals and objectives. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to forecast demand, monitor inventory levels, and implement strategies to optimise inventory turnover and minimise stockouts. Identify and mitigate potential risks in the supply chain, such as supply disruptions. Develop contingency plans to minimise the impact of unforeseen events. Qualifications & Requirements Senior Buyer Over 3 years experience as a buyer Strong knowledge of procurement principles and practices Excellent negotiation and communication skills Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively Familiarity with legal and contractual frameworks Degree or CIPS/management qualifications (preferable) What we can offer Senior Buyer Free Parking Cycle to work scheme Private medical insurance Referral programme For more information on this role, please contact Zoey Bunn on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to (url removed) Omega Resource Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega Resource Group is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Oil & Gas, Construction and Manufacturing sectors. Omega is an employment business specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
Senior Buyer Location: Gloucester Pay Range/details: £40,000 - £50,000 Contract Type: Permanent Do you have a passion for procurement? Are you proactive and a great communicator who enjoys working with suppliers? Our client is looking for a hardworking, self motivated person to join their team Key Responsibilities Senior Buyer Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favourable pricing, terms, and conditions while ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements. Continuously identify cost-saving opportunities, implement cost reduction initiatives, and drive efficiency in the procurement process. Conduct periodic reviews to ensure cost-effectiveness. Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the company's goals and objectives. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to forecast demand, monitor inventory levels, and implement strategies to optimise inventory turnover and minimise stockouts. Identify and mitigate potential risks in the supply chain, such as supply disruptions. Develop contingency plans to minimise the impact of unforeseen events. Qualifications & Requirements Senior Buyer Over 3 years experience as a buyer Strong knowledge of procurement principles and practices Excellent negotiation and communication skills Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively Familiarity with legal and contractual frameworks Degree or CIPS/management qualifications (preferable) What we can offer Senior Buyer Free Parking Cycle to work scheme Private medical insurance Referral programme For more information on this role, please contact Zoey Bunn on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to (url removed) Omega Resource Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega Resource Group is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Oil & Gas, Construction and Manufacturing sectors. Omega is an employment business specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.
GreenBuild Design and Construction Ltd
Horsham, Sussex
Company Description We are a dynamic and growing company specialising in high-end construction projects throughout Sussex & Surrey. With a commitment to excellence and a reputation for quality, we are looking to expand our team with a skilled Estimator and Buyer who shares our passion for delivering exceptional results. Role Overview: The successful candidate will be responsible for accurately estimating the costs of projects and procuring all necessary materials and services to complete the construction on time and within budget. Key Responsibilities: - Prepare detailed cost estimates by scaling and taking off plans and specifications and identifying key cost factors, such as M&E, Glazing, materials, and labour expenses. - Work closely with the Director and project manager(s) to understand the scope of work and provide presentable and accurate costings in our unique format or in a format delivered by our client. - Source and negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotes and secure high-quality materials and services. - Maintain timely and accurate records of estimates, purchases, and inventory. - Liaise with the construction team to ensure materials arrive on schedule and are allocated correctly. - Contribute to the improvement of cost-reduction strategies and procurement processes. - Attend site visits and project meetings as required. Requirements: - Proven experience as a Construction Estimator and/or Buyer, with a focus on residential or commercial projects. - Strong understanding of the UK construction market and Sussex region suppliers. - Proficiency with MS Office; basic knowledge of CAD software and / or estimating software is a plus. - Excellent numerical skills and attention to detail. - Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications. - Strong negotiation skills and a basic understanding of JCT or RIBA contracts. - Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. - A valid UK driving license and willingness to travel within the region for site visits. - A relevant degree or qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field is preferable but not essential. Benefits: - Competitive starting salary subject to experience. - Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company. - Flexible working hours for part-time positions. - Exciting work environment on a variety of prestigious construction projects. - Access to company vehicle for site-related travel or company vehicle allowance. To Apply: Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and explaining why you would be a good fit for this role to GreenBuild Design & Construction's Email Address which can be found in the 'Jobs' Section of our website. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. AI has not been used to create this job advert, and we would ask recruitment agencies to refrain from calling us or emailing our inbox. Deadline for applications: May 29th 2024
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
Company Description We are a dynamic and growing company specialising in high-end construction projects throughout Sussex & Surrey. With a commitment to excellence and a reputation for quality, we are looking to expand our team with a skilled Estimator and Buyer who shares our passion for delivering exceptional results. Role Overview: The successful candidate will be responsible for accurately estimating the costs of projects and procuring all necessary materials and services to complete the construction on time and within budget. Key Responsibilities: - Prepare detailed cost estimates by scaling and taking off plans and specifications and identifying key cost factors, such as M&E, Glazing, materials, and labour expenses. - Work closely with the Director and project manager(s) to understand the scope of work and provide presentable and accurate costings in our unique format or in a format delivered by our client. - Source and negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotes and secure high-quality materials and services. - Maintain timely and accurate records of estimates, purchases, and inventory. - Liaise with the construction team to ensure materials arrive on schedule and are allocated correctly. - Contribute to the improvement of cost-reduction strategies and procurement processes. - Attend site visits and project meetings as required. Requirements: - Proven experience as a Construction Estimator and/or Buyer, with a focus on residential or commercial projects. - Strong understanding of the UK construction market and Sussex region suppliers. - Proficiency with MS Office; basic knowledge of CAD software and / or estimating software is a plus. - Excellent numerical skills and attention to detail. - Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications. - Strong negotiation skills and a basic understanding of JCT or RIBA contracts. - Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. - A valid UK driving license and willingness to travel within the region for site visits. - A relevant degree or qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field is preferable but not essential. Benefits: - Competitive starting salary subject to experience. - Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company. - Flexible working hours for part-time positions. - Exciting work environment on a variety of prestigious construction projects. - Access to company vehicle for site-related travel or company vehicle allowance. To Apply: Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and explaining why you would be a good fit for this role to GreenBuild Design & Construction's Email Address which can be found in the 'Jobs' Section of our website. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. AI has not been used to create this job advert, and we would ask recruitment agencies to refrain from calling us or emailing our inbox. Deadline for applications: May 29th 2024
Role: Logistic Category Buyer Salary to £55k + Pension Location: Peterborough with hybrid working Join this dynamic procurement team and be part of an innovative journey. Our client is at the forefront of pioneering a revolutionary 'cradle to grave' logistics solution, and we're seeking a proactive individual to join them in shaping this exciting project. We're looking for someone with: Outstanding stakeholder management abilities A curious mindset and a passion for acquiring new knowledge Experience in purchasing within the haulage or logistics domain, ready to take the next leap in their career. The ability to work in a fast paced environment who relishes a challenge Experience of procuring haulage or logistics, possibly from a manufacturing background You'll be working on a hybrid basis with a mix of office attendance, site and supplier visits. The procurement function meet weekly for collaboration and there is a strong delivery based culture with a hands on and nurturing leadership team. If you're eager to make an impact in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Apply now and be part of their success story! Shortlisting will begin immediately, please send your cv to: JBRP1_UKTJ
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
Role: Logistic Category Buyer Salary to £55k + Pension Location: Peterborough with hybrid working Join this dynamic procurement team and be part of an innovative journey. Our client is at the forefront of pioneering a revolutionary 'cradle to grave' logistics solution, and we're seeking a proactive individual to join them in shaping this exciting project. We're looking for someone with: Outstanding stakeholder management abilities A curious mindset and a passion for acquiring new knowledge Experience in purchasing within the haulage or logistics domain, ready to take the next leap in their career. The ability to work in a fast paced environment who relishes a challenge Experience of procuring haulage or logistics, possibly from a manufacturing background You'll be working on a hybrid basis with a mix of office attendance, site and supplier visits. The procurement function meet weekly for collaboration and there is a strong delivery based culture with a hands on and nurturing leadership team. If you're eager to make an impact in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Apply now and be part of their success story! Shortlisting will begin immediately, please send your cv to: JBRP1_UKTJ
Macildowie Recruitment and Retention
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Job Title: Purchasing Manager Location: Nottingham, UK Job Type: Full-Time, On-site Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum About Us: Join a dynamic team at the Nottingham Head Office of a leading workshop tools and equipment retailer with 65 stores nationwide. With over 40 years of industry leadership, our partner is expanding and opening new stores. Their dynamic culture, centred around a £250 million annual turnover, is driven by a vibrant team of over 150 professionals at the heart of Nottingham. Role Overview: As the Purchasing Manager, you'll play a crucial role in our Purchasing Team, contributing to our impressive growth. With over 13,000 product lines, your responsibilities include managing a fast paced team, solving escalated supplier queries, overseeing the company's overall procurement strategy and much more. Qualifications and Skills: - Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager / Senior Buyer in retail or hard goods business.- Strong team leading skills with the ability to secure the best deals.- Demonstrable skills within Procurement / Purchasing strategy.- Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.- Knowledge or experience using products from our vast range is advantageous. Benefits: - Staff Discounts- Healthcare Cash Plans- Company Pension Scheme- Life Cover- Access to the Retail Trust Well-being Platform- Discounts on High Street & Online Brands- Role-Specific Training and Development- Employee Assistance Programme- Other miscellaneous benefitsIf you are an experienced Purchasing manager with a passion for leading exceptional individuals, we invite you to apply and be a part of our partners exciting journey.Apply now to embark on a rewarding career in a thriving industry! Please put your home postcode on your CV when applying. Our recruitment tech uses this to make sure your CV is reviewed by the relevant consultant, for the relevant job(s), in the relevant geography. Macildowie are a recruitment business working on behalf of a client to recruit this role. Your personal data may be forwarded to that client company as part of the application process. If you would like information on how we will process your data please go to our website (macildowie) and view our fair processing notices which are located at the bottom of the page under privacy policies. Within the fair processing notice for Candidates there is guidance on how to amend your contact preferences or exercise your rights relating to personal data. We can't provide direct links as email address and website urls within our job adverts are removed by some of the websites on which we advertise. Macildowie is a specialist recruitment consultancy with a rich history of enhancing the careers of professionals across the Midlands and the Northern Home Counties. We have an unrivalled understanding of the local market place and recruit for the majority of the region's premier employers. To search for all of our live jobs please visit us at macildowie.
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Purchasing Manager Location: Nottingham, UK Job Type: Full-Time, On-site Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum About Us: Join a dynamic team at the Nottingham Head Office of a leading workshop tools and equipment retailer with 65 stores nationwide. With over 40 years of industry leadership, our partner is expanding and opening new stores. Their dynamic culture, centred around a £250 million annual turnover, is driven by a vibrant team of over 150 professionals at the heart of Nottingham. Role Overview: As the Purchasing Manager, you'll play a crucial role in our Purchasing Team, contributing to our impressive growth. With over 13,000 product lines, your responsibilities include managing a fast paced team, solving escalated supplier queries, overseeing the company's overall procurement strategy and much more. Qualifications and Skills: - Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager / Senior Buyer in retail or hard goods business.- Strong team leading skills with the ability to secure the best deals.- Demonstrable skills within Procurement / Purchasing strategy.- Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.- Knowledge or experience using products from our vast range is advantageous. Benefits: - Staff Discounts- Healthcare Cash Plans- Company Pension Scheme- Life Cover- Access to the Retail Trust Well-being Platform- Discounts on High Street & Online Brands- Role-Specific Training and Development- Employee Assistance Programme- Other miscellaneous benefitsIf you are an experienced Purchasing manager with a passion for leading exceptional individuals, we invite you to apply and be a part of our partners exciting journey.Apply now to embark on a rewarding career in a thriving industry! Please put your home postcode on your CV when applying. Our recruitment tech uses this to make sure your CV is reviewed by the relevant consultant, for the relevant job(s), in the relevant geography. Macildowie are a recruitment business working on behalf of a client to recruit this role. Your personal data may be forwarded to that client company as part of the application process. If you would like information on how we will process your data please go to our website (macildowie) and view our fair processing notices which are located at the bottom of the page under privacy policies. Within the fair processing notice for Candidates there is guidance on how to amend your contact preferences or exercise your rights relating to personal data. We can't provide direct links as email address and website urls within our job adverts are removed by some of the websites on which we advertise. Macildowie is a specialist recruitment consultancy with a rich history of enhancing the careers of professionals across the Midlands and the Northern Home Counties. We have an unrivalled understanding of the local market place and recruit for the majority of the region's premier employers. To search for all of our live jobs please visit us at macildowie.
As the Junior Buyer, you will work with the respective Senior Buyer to grow sales, maximise profits and provide a commercially viable range of merchandise at competitive prices. Client Details A great opportunity to join a fast paced, fun and creative wholesaler. They import a product range of product from Homeware, Stationary, Health & Beauty and lots more. As a business, they sell into the discounters, independents as well as eBay & amazon sellers. Due to this they are seeking an to add to business growth they are seeking to add to their Buying team. Description You the Junior Buyer will Support all procurement processes for products sourced globally. Develop multiple Product ranges whilst managing sample coordination. Working with our design team to develop exciting packaging designs. Maintain and develop relationships with existing and new suppliers. Liaise with suppliers to ensure an efficient supply chain. Identify market trends and new product opportunities. Develop and manage buying assistants supporting you. Profile Ideally 2 plus years in a buying role Buying experience in Garden / Christmas consumer products Strong communication and negotiation skills. Experience creating and maintaining key documents, such as Critical Paths and Range Plans. Creative eye for design and product development. Microsoft Word and Excel knowledge Job Offer Salary up to 32,000 DOE + Free Parking + Progression Opportunities + Close to transport links + Working Hours 8.30 - 5
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
As the Junior Buyer, you will work with the respective Senior Buyer to grow sales, maximise profits and provide a commercially viable range of merchandise at competitive prices. Client Details A great opportunity to join a fast paced, fun and creative wholesaler. They import a product range of product from Homeware, Stationary, Health & Beauty and lots more. As a business, they sell into the discounters, independents as well as eBay & amazon sellers. Due to this they are seeking an to add to business growth they are seeking to add to their Buying team. Description You the Junior Buyer will Support all procurement processes for products sourced globally. Develop multiple Product ranges whilst managing sample coordination. Working with our design team to develop exciting packaging designs. Maintain and develop relationships with existing and new suppliers. Liaise with suppliers to ensure an efficient supply chain. Identify market trends and new product opportunities. Develop and manage buying assistants supporting you. Profile Ideally 2 plus years in a buying role Buying experience in Garden / Christmas consumer products Strong communication and negotiation skills. Experience creating and maintaining key documents, such as Critical Paths and Range Plans. Creative eye for design and product development. Microsoft Word and Excel knowledge Job Offer Salary up to 32,000 DOE + Free Parking + Progression Opportunities + Close to transport links + Working Hours 8.30 - 5
Role: Logistic Category Buyer Salary to £55k + Pension Location: Peterborough with hybrid working Join this dynamic procurement team and be part of an innovative journey. Our client is at the forefront of pioneering a revolutionary 'cradle to grave' logistics solution, and we're seeking a proactive individual to join them in shaping this exciting project click apply for full job details
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
Role: Logistic Category Buyer Salary to £55k + Pension Location: Peterborough with hybrid working Join this dynamic procurement team and be part of an innovative journey. Our client is at the forefront of pioneering a revolutionary 'cradle to grave' logistics solution, and we're seeking a proactive individual to join them in shaping this exciting project click apply for full job details
Working with design; designing & sourcing components/hardware along with specialised leathers and feature materials negotiating directly with suppliers building & developing the collection, ensuring it is in line within the offer in terms of sourcing/pricing structure/brand position/margin. Client Details A great opportunity for a Junior Buyer to join a leading retailer in the Leeds. They are an established business that have been trading for a number of years. They are also known for their internal progression. Description Working with design; designing & sourcing components/hardware along with specialised leathers and feature materials negotiating directly with suppliers building & developing the collection, ensuring it is in line within the offer in terms of sourcing/pricing structure/brand position/margin. Required to lead & manage selection/sign off meetings alongside merchandising presenting to Buying Director and CEO. Develop a strong working relationship with key departments across the business i.e. merchandising - working the system and using the system to support buying decisions. Trading your area on a weekly basis. Monitoring sales reactions and adapting trading decisions accordingly. Travel with buying/Design & QA team across Europe and Far East when required throughout the season - aiding the whole team to deliver the requirements for each trip and supporting as and when all product functions. Demonstrates a clear understanding of the companies requirements for product standards in order to be able to communicate effectively with issues regarding product/price/quality. Attention to detail is a pre requisite. Market position - have a clear understanding of both target market and how this then implicates the category mix. Aware of our competition and movement each week. Actively conducts thorough benchmarking of competitors ranges to look for missed opportunities/price architecture and movement, sourcing activities - which retailer is using what COO. Marketing/web activity. Is able to work out margins accurately and have an understanding of costings required to do a buying job: i.e. margins/WSSI/budget build up/OTB/speed to market. Optimising sales on best sellers and trading out of poor reactions. Working the system and hi-lighting good/bad reactions/ testers while making proposals/suggestions for future buys. Utilises benchmarking report, makes proposals to buyer for potential opportunities to improve the range, while also understanding the market and the competition ensuring buying processes are in line with the companies main competitors. Contributes to supplier meetings and buying meetings by applying product knowledge from buying trips/benchmarking/shopping trips. Profile Demonstrates a "can do" attitude Communicates confidently and effectively with suppliers, colleagues and peers while being aware of the importance of keeping others informed on issues which impact on their role. Communicates with enthusiasm and passion to achieve maximum impact. Builds effective working relationships with other team members. Accepts and seeks to understand different view points Recognizes own strengths and weaknesses. Instils a sense of urgency and clarity into the decision making process to ensure that the business is not disadvantaged. Builds informal networks and partnerships to help with influencing/negotiating, having the ability to switch tactics in changing situations to gain agreement. Has a basic understanding of footwear quality and be able to liaise with Buyer and other team members to ensure quality assurance. Job Offer Free Parking International travel Progression Opportunities Discount on Product Junior Buyer - Footwear Junior Buyer - Footwear Junior Buyer - Footwear
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
Working with design; designing & sourcing components/hardware along with specialised leathers and feature materials negotiating directly with suppliers building & developing the collection, ensuring it is in line within the offer in terms of sourcing/pricing structure/brand position/margin. Client Details A great opportunity for a Junior Buyer to join a leading retailer in the Leeds. They are an established business that have been trading for a number of years. They are also known for their internal progression. Description Working with design; designing & sourcing components/hardware along with specialised leathers and feature materials negotiating directly with suppliers building & developing the collection, ensuring it is in line within the offer in terms of sourcing/pricing structure/brand position/margin. Required to lead & manage selection/sign off meetings alongside merchandising presenting to Buying Director and CEO. Develop a strong working relationship with key departments across the business i.e. merchandising - working the system and using the system to support buying decisions. Trading your area on a weekly basis. Monitoring sales reactions and adapting trading decisions accordingly. Travel with buying/Design & QA team across Europe and Far East when required throughout the season - aiding the whole team to deliver the requirements for each trip and supporting as and when all product functions. Demonstrates a clear understanding of the companies requirements for product standards in order to be able to communicate effectively with issues regarding product/price/quality. Attention to detail is a pre requisite. Market position - have a clear understanding of both target market and how this then implicates the category mix. Aware of our competition and movement each week. Actively conducts thorough benchmarking of competitors ranges to look for missed opportunities/price architecture and movement, sourcing activities - which retailer is using what COO. Marketing/web activity. Is able to work out margins accurately and have an understanding of costings required to do a buying job: i.e. margins/WSSI/budget build up/OTB/speed to market. Optimising sales on best sellers and trading out of poor reactions. Working the system and hi-lighting good/bad reactions/ testers while making proposals/suggestions for future buys. Utilises benchmarking report, makes proposals to buyer for potential opportunities to improve the range, while also understanding the market and the competition ensuring buying processes are in line with the companies main competitors. Contributes to supplier meetings and buying meetings by applying product knowledge from buying trips/benchmarking/shopping trips. Profile Demonstrates a "can do" attitude Communicates confidently and effectively with suppliers, colleagues and peers while being aware of the importance of keeping others informed on issues which impact on their role. Communicates with enthusiasm and passion to achieve maximum impact. Builds effective working relationships with other team members. Accepts and seeks to understand different view points Recognizes own strengths and weaknesses. Instils a sense of urgency and clarity into the decision making process to ensure that the business is not disadvantaged. Builds informal networks and partnerships to help with influencing/negotiating, having the ability to switch tactics in changing situations to gain agreement. Has a basic understanding of footwear quality and be able to liaise with Buyer and other team members to ensure quality assurance. Job Offer Free Parking International travel Progression Opportunities Discount on Product Junior Buyer - Footwear Junior Buyer - Footwear Junior Buyer - Footwear
Conveyancing Assistant Location: Farnborough Salary: 23,000- 25,000 + Benefits My client is an award winning, Legal 500 ranked, full service law firm which is growing fast. They are seeking a experienced Conveyancing Assistant to assist the Fee Earners on casework in our fast paced Residential Property team, based in our modern office in Farnborough. The department deals with a large number of transactions each year so this is a very busy role within our progressive law firm. Daily Duties: Receiving local searches, and checking against previous searches. Dealing with the redemption of Help to Buy loans and liaising with the lenders Liaising with clients, sales offices & developers solicitors & pass difficult enquiries to the Fee Earner. Receive and check mortgage offers, liaise with clients and Lenders on enquiries Chase clients for deposits and signed papers & get file ready for exchange Handling all post completions matters up to post registrations Apply for searches Close abortive files Occasionally creating quotes and opening files during peak periods Drafting and sending out papers to buyers solicitors on sales Person Specification: Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they are capable of working on their own initiative whilst being a strong team player. An ability to consistently maintain high standards will be essential as will excellent IT skills. Applicants must possess at least 5 GCSEs Grade A to C including Maths and English. A full driving licence is also essential. Previous experience in a similar role is desirable. Data entry skills will be essential as well as good attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
Conveyancing Assistant Location: Farnborough Salary: 23,000- 25,000 + Benefits My client is an award winning, Legal 500 ranked, full service law firm which is growing fast. They are seeking a experienced Conveyancing Assistant to assist the Fee Earners on casework in our fast paced Residential Property team, based in our modern office in Farnborough. The department deals with a large number of transactions each year so this is a very busy role within our progressive law firm. Daily Duties: Receiving local searches, and checking against previous searches. Dealing with the redemption of Help to Buy loans and liaising with the lenders Liaising with clients, sales offices & developers solicitors & pass difficult enquiries to the Fee Earner. Receive and check mortgage offers, liaise with clients and Lenders on enquiries Chase clients for deposits and signed papers & get file ready for exchange Handling all post completions matters up to post registrations Apply for searches Close abortive files Occasionally creating quotes and opening files during peak periods Drafting and sending out papers to buyers solicitors on sales Person Specification: Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they are capable of working on their own initiative whilst being a strong team player. An ability to consistently maintain high standards will be essential as will excellent IT skills. Applicants must possess at least 5 GCSEs Grade A to C including Maths and English. A full driving licence is also essential. Previous experience in a similar role is desirable. Data entry skills will be essential as well as good attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.
At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader - we're changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world. We're committed to pushing boundaries and leaving our mark as we reinvent the future of ecommerce for enthusiasts. Our customers are our compass, authenticity thrives, bold ideas are welcome, and everyone can bring their unique selves to work - every day. We're in this together, sustaining the future of our customers, our company, and our planet. Join a team of passionate thinkers, innovators, and dreamers - and help us connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all. Seller Initiatives Manager (12 month FTC) At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader - we're changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world. We're committed to pushing boundaries and leaving our mark as we reinvent the future of ecommerce for enthusiasts. Our customers are our compass, authenticity thrives, bold ideas are welcome, and everyone can bring their unique selves to work - every day. We're in this together, sustaining the future of our customers, our company, and our planet. Join a team of passionate thinkers, innovators, and dreamers - and help us connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all. About the Team Seller Success team is a newly created team that manages eBay UK's consumer to consumer (C2C) and small business (SMB) Sellers. This newly created role will be key in supporting and driving global and local business initiatives to drive forward improvements for all our seller segments that enable them to grow their businesses on eBay. In this critical cross functional, analytical role you will be targeted with growing organic sellers GMV, sales growth and survival rates plus driving our onboarding to first sale figures and organic seller number and onboarding funnel metrics. Responsibilities Champion the sellers across the organisation always thinking of the bigger picture. Support and E2E project manage the development and delivery of work streams that support onboarding and scaling of sellers on eBay, from concept and initiation to release and go to market. This role will focus in particular, leading on specific projects and being the UK point of contact for projects on Risk & Trust areas and ensuring we deliver improvements in the Seller experience to drive growth. In 2024, in particular this role will predominantly be focussed on delivering against the fix the fundamental aspect of UK Win back plan, working with risk & trust partners on improving holds, suspensions etc to improve seller on boarding experience & helping our SMB & C2C sellers scale & grow on the platform. This will invovle : Using data & insights to find opportunities to evolve the platform and offer for sellers and navigate change Working with cross functional teams & partners and driving processes, tools & product enhancements to activate and/or optimise propositions & policy levers for small businesses Ensuring clear status reporting is happening at all levels, whether at the sponsor level or day to day team members Passionately understanding the eBay customer, and drive a customer-first attitude across the business Presenting formally and informally with impact to senior audiences to drive understanding and agreement About you : Commercial strategy : experience in developing & delivering strategic plans to drive commercial objectives that ladder up towards the achievement of overall company-wide business goals. Project management : ability to create & implement operational plans. Required to co-ordinate & deliver complex initiatives across different business functions & departments. Partner engagement : Able to build and sustain relationships across all functions and levels in an organization, to ensure seamless integration and flawless execution of plans. Analytical orientation: A self-sufficient analytical problem solver with the knack of sifting through detail and putting complex ideas into clear frameworks. Makes data driven decisions and is action and results orientated. Proficient in SQL and Excel. Customer focus & advocacy: A real passion for customers & ability to link to day-to-day role. Please see the Talent Privacy Notice for information regarding how eBay handles your personal data collected when you use the eBay Careers website or apply for a job with eBay. eBay is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please contact us at . We will make every effort to respond to your request for accommodation as soon as possible. View our accessibility statement to learn more about eBay's commitment to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. Jobs posted with location as "Remote - United States (Excludes: HI, NM)" excludes residents of Hawaii and New Mexico. This website uses cookies to enhance your experience. By continuing to browse the site, you agree to our use of cookies. Visit our Privacy Center for more information.
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader - we're changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world. We're committed to pushing boundaries and leaving our mark as we reinvent the future of ecommerce for enthusiasts. Our customers are our compass, authenticity thrives, bold ideas are welcome, and everyone can bring their unique selves to work - every day. We're in this together, sustaining the future of our customers, our company, and our planet. Join a team of passionate thinkers, innovators, and dreamers - and help us connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all. Seller Initiatives Manager (12 month FTC) At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader - we're changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world. We're committed to pushing boundaries and leaving our mark as we reinvent the future of ecommerce for enthusiasts. Our customers are our compass, authenticity thrives, bold ideas are welcome, and everyone can bring their unique selves to work - every day. We're in this together, sustaining the future of our customers, our company, and our planet. Join a team of passionate thinkers, innovators, and dreamers - and help us connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all. About the Team Seller Success team is a newly created team that manages eBay UK's consumer to consumer (C2C) and small business (SMB) Sellers. This newly created role will be key in supporting and driving global and local business initiatives to drive forward improvements for all our seller segments that enable them to grow their businesses on eBay. In this critical cross functional, analytical role you will be targeted with growing organic sellers GMV, sales growth and survival rates plus driving our onboarding to first sale figures and organic seller number and onboarding funnel metrics. Responsibilities Champion the sellers across the organisation always thinking of the bigger picture. Support and E2E project manage the development and delivery of work streams that support onboarding and scaling of sellers on eBay, from concept and initiation to release and go to market. This role will focus in particular, leading on specific projects and being the UK point of contact for projects on Risk & Trust areas and ensuring we deliver improvements in the Seller experience to drive growth. In 2024, in particular this role will predominantly be focussed on delivering against the fix the fundamental aspect of UK Win back plan, working with risk & trust partners on improving holds, suspensions etc to improve seller on boarding experience & helping our SMB & C2C sellers scale & grow on the platform. This will invovle : Using data & insights to find opportunities to evolve the platform and offer for sellers and navigate change Working with cross functional teams & partners and driving processes, tools & product enhancements to activate and/or optimise propositions & policy levers for small businesses Ensuring clear status reporting is happening at all levels, whether at the sponsor level or day to day team members Passionately understanding the eBay customer, and drive a customer-first attitude across the business Presenting formally and informally with impact to senior audiences to drive understanding and agreement About you : Commercial strategy : experience in developing & delivering strategic plans to drive commercial objectives that ladder up towards the achievement of overall company-wide business goals. Project management : ability to create & implement operational plans. Required to co-ordinate & deliver complex initiatives across different business functions & departments. Partner engagement : Able to build and sustain relationships across all functions and levels in an organization, to ensure seamless integration and flawless execution of plans. Analytical orientation: A self-sufficient analytical problem solver with the knack of sifting through detail and putting complex ideas into clear frameworks. Makes data driven decisions and is action and results orientated. Proficient in SQL and Excel. Customer focus & advocacy: A real passion for customers & ability to link to day-to-day role. Please see the Talent Privacy Notice for information regarding how eBay handles your personal data collected when you use the eBay Careers website or apply for a job with eBay. eBay is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please contact us at . We will make every effort to respond to your request for accommodation as soon as possible. View our accessibility statement to learn more about eBay's commitment to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. Jobs posted with location as "Remote - United States (Excludes: HI, NM)" excludes residents of Hawaii and New Mexico. This website uses cookies to enhance your experience. By continuing to browse the site, you agree to our use of cookies. Visit our Privacy Center for more information.
Branch Manager When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Branch Manager Location: Newcastle, Grey Street Contract: Permanent Hours: 40 Hours Salary: £28,000-£31,000 Plus commission/bonus structure Closing Date: 26th April 2024 Have you got sales and lettings management experience and looking to join a growing business ? About the role: The role is to deliver a highly effective and profitable sales and lettings service and provide an exceptional level of customer service to all customers. Hours: Monday Friday 9am-5.30pm, Saturdays when required 10am-2pm (Hours taken back during week) About you: This role will suit someone who has the attributes to drive a business and an ability to prioritise and multi task. Experience in the property sector is essential, preferably in a management role. Knowledge of the local area is also preferred. The Benefits: Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Make big savings on day to day expenses with discounts on shopping, groceries, holidays and days out through our Bernicia Own Benefits platform Generous pension scheme About us: An estate agent that knows how much a home means, were here to help take away the stress and hassle of selling, buying, renting, letting and managing property. By listening to the wants and needs of our clients, we turn a time-consuming process into something much easier because we know how much a home means. From helping first-time buyers, to taking care of over 400 private landlords properties, our customers are our top priority. Our team of award-winning property specialists know our clients inside and out, offering honesty, transparency, professionalism and knowledge. As a trading division of Kingston, part of the Bernicia Group, the profits we make go towards Bernicias work to help communities in the North East. Please note you will be required to drive for business as this forms a requirement of the role. You will be required to hold a current and valid driving licence. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than advertised, should we receive a large volume of applications. The Group is fully committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and we particularly welcome applicants from groups who are currently under represented at Bernicia. JBRP1_UKTJ
Apr 22, 2024
Full time
Branch Manager When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Branch Manager Location: Newcastle, Grey Street Contract: Permanent Hours: 40 Hours Salary: £28,000-£31,000 Plus commission/bonus structure Closing Date: 26th April 2024 Have you got sales and lettings management experience and looking to join a growing business ? About the role: The role is to deliver a highly effective and profitable sales and lettings service and provide an exceptional level of customer service to all customers. Hours: Monday Friday 9am-5.30pm, Saturdays when required 10am-2pm (Hours taken back during week) About you: This role will suit someone who has the attributes to drive a business and an ability to prioritise and multi task. Experience in the property sector is essential, preferably in a management role. Knowledge of the local area is also preferred. The Benefits: Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Make big savings on day to day expenses with discounts on shopping, groceries, holidays and days out through our Bernicia Own Benefits platform Generous pension scheme About us: An estate agent that knows how much a home means, were here to help take away the stress and hassle of selling, buying, renting, letting and managing property. By listening to the wants and needs of our clients, we turn a time-consuming process into something much easier because we know how much a home means. From helping first-time buyers, to taking care of over 400 private landlords properties, our customers are our top priority. Our team of award-winning property specialists know our clients inside and out, offering honesty, transparency, professionalism and knowledge. As a trading division of Kingston, part of the Bernicia Group, the profits we make go towards Bernicias work to help communities in the North East. Please note you will be required to drive for business as this forms a requirement of the role. You will be required to hold a current and valid driving licence. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than advertised, should we receive a large volume of applications. The Group is fully committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and we particularly welcome applicants from groups who are currently under represented at Bernicia. JBRP1_UKTJ
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Senior Ingredients Buyer - Commodities with a strategic and analytical mindset, to lead a product portfolio. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing strategies, developing supplier relationships, ensuring the cost-effective procurement of ingredients commodities and risk management. Client Details My client are a prominent entity in the FMCG industry. Based near Wellingborough, the company is recognised for its commitment to quality, sustainability and innovative practices within the procurement domain. Description In this Senior Ingredients Buyer - Commodities role, you will; Spearhead the development and implementation of commodity strategies Manage supplier relationships to ensure high quality and cost-effectiveness Cost optimisation Implement risk management procedures to mitigate procurement related risks Enhance sustainability practices and compliance within the procurement process Monitor market trends and adjust procurement strategies accordingly Collaborate with other departments to align procurement strategies with the company's objectives Profile Degree education or related qualifications Inc. CIPS, MBA Demonstrable experience within commodity management in an FMCG manufacturing environment and global markets Exceptional strategic and analytical abilities Proficiency in supplier relationship management A solid understanding of commodity markets and retail industry trends Cross-functional leadership and collaborative Job Offer Competitive salary up to 60,000 plus car allowance A comprehensive benefits package Inc. health and lifestyle benefits Hybrid working (3 days on-site) A vibrant and supportive company culture The opportunity to make a significant impact in the FMCG industry A chance to work in a forward-thinking, sustainability focused company If you believe you have the skills, experience and passion to succeed in this Senior Ingredients Buyer - Commodities role, we encourage you to apply today. This is a fantastic opportunity to take your career to the next level in the FMCG industry.
Apr 22, 2024
Full time
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Senior Ingredients Buyer - Commodities with a strategic and analytical mindset, to lead a product portfolio. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing strategies, developing supplier relationships, ensuring the cost-effective procurement of ingredients commodities and risk management. Client Details My client are a prominent entity in the FMCG industry. Based near Wellingborough, the company is recognised for its commitment to quality, sustainability and innovative practices within the procurement domain. Description In this Senior Ingredients Buyer - Commodities role, you will; Spearhead the development and implementation of commodity strategies Manage supplier relationships to ensure high quality and cost-effectiveness Cost optimisation Implement risk management procedures to mitigate procurement related risks Enhance sustainability practices and compliance within the procurement process Monitor market trends and adjust procurement strategies accordingly Collaborate with other departments to align procurement strategies with the company's objectives Profile Degree education or related qualifications Inc. CIPS, MBA Demonstrable experience within commodity management in an FMCG manufacturing environment and global markets Exceptional strategic and analytical abilities Proficiency in supplier relationship management A solid understanding of commodity markets and retail industry trends Cross-functional leadership and collaborative Job Offer Competitive salary up to 60,000 plus car allowance A comprehensive benefits package Inc. health and lifestyle benefits Hybrid working (3 days on-site) A vibrant and supportive company culture The opportunity to make a significant impact in the FMCG industry A chance to work in a forward-thinking, sustainability focused company If you believe you have the skills, experience and passion to succeed in this Senior Ingredients Buyer - Commodities role, we encourage you to apply today. This is a fantastic opportunity to take your career to the next level in the FMCG industry.
Company Profile Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries. Position Summary To carry out Project specific purchasing duties in accordance with company procedures. Duties & Responsibilities Functions ESSENTIAL • Responsible for development of strategy and maintenance of project procurement plans in collaboration with internal stakeholders • Preparation of invitations to tender (ITTs) and sourcing activities • Work with various stakeholders to specify, select and source equipment and/or services in accordance with SCM procedures based on price, quality, risks and according to customer demand, company policy and project budgets • Understand and interpret technical data sufficient to prepare, issue, review and analyse "ITTs" • Subcontract drafting including identification of appropriate contracting models and main contract flow-downs • Negotiations with suppliers and management of clarifications • Preparation of award recommendations • Subcontract progress follow-up, expediting and commercial management up to the point of closeout • Provide support to Buyers, Category Managers and Supplier Managers • Supplier qualification and onboarding activities in collaboration with the SQE function and other internal stakeholders • Bid evaluations and comparisons • Working with the business segments to source alternative products and reviewing existing ones to ensure prices remain competitive with no compromise to quality or compliance standards • Ensure compliance with HSE&QA requirements internally as well as externally • Participate in HSE Awareness - Observation Cards, HSE Safety suggestions • Pro-active with a solutions-based approach, willing to challenge the status quo • Demonstrates initiative and ownership to deliver workload unsupervised while flexible to support wider team activities. • Committed to continuous improvement and identification of efficient work methods and processes. • Pro-active planning and organising skills, able to identify and effectively prioritise workload and successfully meet multiple, often competing deadlines • Confident networking with an excellent ability to negotiate and influence • Support the effective reduction in cost of poor quality (COPQ) and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) project within the procurement / subcontract function • Ability to work within extremely busy projects and cope with the pressure of meeting demanding targets and working to tight deadlines NON-ESSENTIAL • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Supervisory Responsibilities Reporting Relationship • Supply Chain Manager Qualifications REQUIRED • Professional certification in CIPS desirable • Relevant SCM degree or equivalent qualification Experience/skills • Competent in ERP systems • Experience working in a manufacturing and project environment • Experience of procurement systems, software and sourcing tools • Subcontract drafting experience • Contractual awareness and strong analytical skills • Previous experience in a subcontracting environment, preferably in services packages • Extensive and practical knowledge of procurement or subcontract functions, forms of contract and procedures • Extensive and practical experience in the tendering and execution of subcontracts and pricing agreements. • Ability to communicate effectively at all levels. Confidence in compiling supplier visit reports expected. Ability to effectively present information and respond to key stakeholder demands • Experience in MS packages, PeopleSoft, or other ERP systems • Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics • Strong planning and organisation skills • Good team player with the diplomatic skills necessary to build strong and constructive internal and external relationships • Good influencing and negotiation skills • Excellent communication skills • Strong interpersonal skills • Ability to promote the global supply chain strategy throughout the business in a positive manner . Closing Statement We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to advance in an international company. To apply, click 'Apply Now'.
Apr 22, 2024
Full time
Company Profile Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries. Position Summary To carry out Project specific purchasing duties in accordance with company procedures. Duties & Responsibilities Functions ESSENTIAL • Responsible for development of strategy and maintenance of project procurement plans in collaboration with internal stakeholders • Preparation of invitations to tender (ITTs) and sourcing activities • Work with various stakeholders to specify, select and source equipment and/or services in accordance with SCM procedures based on price, quality, risks and according to customer demand, company policy and project budgets • Understand and interpret technical data sufficient to prepare, issue, review and analyse "ITTs" • Subcontract drafting including identification of appropriate contracting models and main contract flow-downs • Negotiations with suppliers and management of clarifications • Preparation of award recommendations • Subcontract progress follow-up, expediting and commercial management up to the point of closeout • Provide support to Buyers, Category Managers and Supplier Managers • Supplier qualification and onboarding activities in collaboration with the SQE function and other internal stakeholders • Bid evaluations and comparisons • Working with the business segments to source alternative products and reviewing existing ones to ensure prices remain competitive with no compromise to quality or compliance standards • Ensure compliance with HSE&QA requirements internally as well as externally • Participate in HSE Awareness - Observation Cards, HSE Safety suggestions • Pro-active with a solutions-based approach, willing to challenge the status quo • Demonstrates initiative and ownership to deliver workload unsupervised while flexible to support wider team activities. • Committed to continuous improvement and identification of efficient work methods and processes. • Pro-active planning and organising skills, able to identify and effectively prioritise workload and successfully meet multiple, often competing deadlines • Confident networking with an excellent ability to negotiate and influence • Support the effective reduction in cost of poor quality (COPQ) and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) project within the procurement / subcontract function • Ability to work within extremely busy projects and cope with the pressure of meeting demanding targets and working to tight deadlines NON-ESSENTIAL • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Supervisory Responsibilities Reporting Relationship • Supply Chain Manager Qualifications REQUIRED • Professional certification in CIPS desirable • Relevant SCM degree or equivalent qualification Experience/skills • Competent in ERP systems • Experience working in a manufacturing and project environment • Experience of procurement systems, software and sourcing tools • Subcontract drafting experience • Contractual awareness and strong analytical skills • Previous experience in a subcontracting environment, preferably in services packages • Extensive and practical knowledge of procurement or subcontract functions, forms of contract and procedures • Extensive and practical experience in the tendering and execution of subcontracts and pricing agreements. • Ability to communicate effectively at all levels. Confidence in compiling supplier visit reports expected. Ability to effectively present information and respond to key stakeholder demands • Experience in MS packages, PeopleSoft, or other ERP systems • Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics • Strong planning and organisation skills • Good team player with the diplomatic skills necessary to build strong and constructive internal and external relationships • Good influencing and negotiation skills • Excellent communication skills • Strong interpersonal skills • Ability to promote the global supply chain strategy throughout the business in a positive manner . Closing Statement We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to advance in an international company. To apply, click 'Apply Now'.
Equifax Pre-sales Consultants are customer-facing subject matter experts in a number of specialist domains - consumer lending/risk, commercial lending/risk, risk management, identity management, fraud prevention and debt collection. They are innovative and motivated to keep ahead of market trends and ever evolving customer challenges. The team works closely with our major customers demonstrating how to drive value from Equifax solutions and building stronger client relationships. Our consultants combine a deep understanding of the market, regulatory landscape, our customers, their priorities and of our data, products and services. We are seeking a Principal Consultant (Fraud & ID) to act as a trusted advisor to our key customers and partners working across multiple vertical markets - banking, insurance, consumer finance, telco, gaming, utilities & public sector. You will have an exciting opportunity to work with our key customers to advise them how they should approach challenges and market opportunities. You will also work closely with our partners to optimise commercial opportunities. Acting as an SME from an industry, product, technical, and regulatory perspective, this is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Fraud & ID professional with strong core technical skills and product knowledge to join and be part of a growing commercially focused pre-sales team. What you'll do Provision of specialist pre-sales consultancy expertise in the field of Fraud & ID - trusted advisor to our clients & partners and valued partner to our Equifax colleagues Responsible for value creation and delivering the Fraud & ID value story to our clients and prospects Working with our strategic customers as the Fraud & ID subject matter expert across all stages of the customer journey - onboarding, account management and debt collection Detailed understanding of our customers, including their priorities, challenges and opportunities Support industry relations via production of white papers, articles and editorials, conference speaking, seminar and trade association attendance Facilitate consultative workshops & customer discovery sessions - identify solutions to overcome customer critical business issues Prepare insightful presentations on market trends, and customer portfolios to keep the customer informed of their position in the market and where they might be able to make improvements. Build a positive reputation as trusted advisors Interact closely, effectively & professionally with various client stakeholders - decision makers, economic buyers, users & influencers across multiple touch points e.g. Strategy, Operations, Decision Science, Analytics & Technology Build relationships with key individuals in Equifax's client base e.g. Head of Fraud & ID, Operations, Debt Management, Fraud, Analytics, Strategy, etc. Share industry best practice with respect to solution implementation and optimisation in considering Equifax Fraud & ID data and solution offerings Prepare pitches to address any identified business issues and demonstrate the value such solutions would deliver Propose solutions considering the Equifax Fraud & ID Bureau suite and design strategies (process and/or technology) to solve for customer needs. Create compelling business cases, use cases & custom journeys to illustrate how Equifax solutions can help a customer achieve their business objectives Proactively design detailed success criteria and 'what good looks like' in partnership with clients regarding the assessment of Equifax products & solutions. Design and manage trials, assessments, POC's and analytical studies of Equifax products & solutions Work in partnership with clients to quantify the value of Equifax products and solutions i.e. Return on Investment (ROI) assessments Provide technical & strategic expertise in preparation of customer bids, proposals, RFI responses & RFP response Product development - assist the Product Teams with product strategy, feeding in personal insights, industry best practice, & voice of customer recommendations on future priorities and strategies. Contribute to longer term strategic business planning & product development for Equifax Accountable for the delivery of applicable commercial targets relating to your customers and the Equifax UK business What experience you need Extensive experience supporting clients in the optimal use of data for Fraud & ID management purposes Expert knowledge of Fraud & ID management industry best practice, regulations, innovations & future digital technologies Deep understanding of Fraud & ID strategies and processes including emerging or new service initiatives Understanding of data and insights to support Fraud & ID management Ability to travel regularly within the UK to meet with clients or to attend other Equifax offices and conferences. Subject to UK Gov COVID guidelines Industry experience within the banking or financial services markets along with an applicable consultancy background Demonstrated experience in pre-sales, either for a vendor technology company, CRA, a 'Big 4' or other consulting firm selling services or solutions to banks or financial services companies. Or extensive time spent 'client side' as a Fraud & ID management practitioner/leader. Ability to link product capabilities to business value and relate to customer pain points Strong presentation skills; able to participate in the delivery of workshops to drive definition of scope aligned with Equifax capabilities Experience in RFP & RFI processes through to formal presentation to senior executives Ability to communicate effectively with customers, project leads and within Sales team Likely to have extensive experience within a Fraud & ID environment with a proven track record of delivery Strong problem-solving and influencing skills Excellent analytical skills and exposure to risk modelling Comfort in pitching to clients and senior stakeholders Proven ability to deliver outstanding customer satisfaction Entrepreneurial style, drive and sense of urgency, coupled with the ability to work well individually and with others as part of a consulting team and the wider business Excellent communication, professional presentation and process/organisational skills, as well as strong creative orientation and the ability to craft innovative solutions Excellent project/task management and ability to work unsupervised What could set you apart You have worked 'client side' for a number of years You talk our customers language, you have been in 'their shoes' You have experience working within the CRA or 'Big Data' industry You have the ability to bring knowledge, expertise and practicality together to provide thought leadership to our clients You have the ability to build trust and rapport quickly You have experience in conference speaking You have a strong professional network within Fraud & ID management
Apr 22, 2024
Full time
Equifax Pre-sales Consultants are customer-facing subject matter experts in a number of specialist domains - consumer lending/risk, commercial lending/risk, risk management, identity management, fraud prevention and debt collection. They are innovative and motivated to keep ahead of market trends and ever evolving customer challenges. The team works closely with our major customers demonstrating how to drive value from Equifax solutions and building stronger client relationships. Our consultants combine a deep understanding of the market, regulatory landscape, our customers, their priorities and of our data, products and services. We are seeking a Principal Consultant (Fraud & ID) to act as a trusted advisor to our key customers and partners working across multiple vertical markets - banking, insurance, consumer finance, telco, gaming, utilities & public sector. You will have an exciting opportunity to work with our key customers to advise them how they should approach challenges and market opportunities. You will also work closely with our partners to optimise commercial opportunities. Acting as an SME from an industry, product, technical, and regulatory perspective, this is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Fraud & ID professional with strong core technical skills and product knowledge to join and be part of a growing commercially focused pre-sales team. What you'll do Provision of specialist pre-sales consultancy expertise in the field of Fraud & ID - trusted advisor to our clients & partners and valued partner to our Equifax colleagues Responsible for value creation and delivering the Fraud & ID value story to our clients and prospects Working with our strategic customers as the Fraud & ID subject matter expert across all stages of the customer journey - onboarding, account management and debt collection Detailed understanding of our customers, including their priorities, challenges and opportunities Support industry relations via production of white papers, articles and editorials, conference speaking, seminar and trade association attendance Facilitate consultative workshops & customer discovery sessions - identify solutions to overcome customer critical business issues Prepare insightful presentations on market trends, and customer portfolios to keep the customer informed of their position in the market and where they might be able to make improvements. Build a positive reputation as trusted advisors Interact closely, effectively & professionally with various client stakeholders - decision makers, economic buyers, users & influencers across multiple touch points e.g. Strategy, Operations, Decision Science, Analytics & Technology Build relationships with key individuals in Equifax's client base e.g. Head of Fraud & ID, Operations, Debt Management, Fraud, Analytics, Strategy, etc. Share industry best practice with respect to solution implementation and optimisation in considering Equifax Fraud & ID data and solution offerings Prepare pitches to address any identified business issues and demonstrate the value such solutions would deliver Propose solutions considering the Equifax Fraud & ID Bureau suite and design strategies (process and/or technology) to solve for customer needs. Create compelling business cases, use cases & custom journeys to illustrate how Equifax solutions can help a customer achieve their business objectives Proactively design detailed success criteria and 'what good looks like' in partnership with clients regarding the assessment of Equifax products & solutions. Design and manage trials, assessments, POC's and analytical studies of Equifax products & solutions Work in partnership with clients to quantify the value of Equifax products and solutions i.e. Return on Investment (ROI) assessments Provide technical & strategic expertise in preparation of customer bids, proposals, RFI responses & RFP response Product development - assist the Product Teams with product strategy, feeding in personal insights, industry best practice, & voice of customer recommendations on future priorities and strategies. Contribute to longer term strategic business planning & product development for Equifax Accountable for the delivery of applicable commercial targets relating to your customers and the Equifax UK business What experience you need Extensive experience supporting clients in the optimal use of data for Fraud & ID management purposes Expert knowledge of Fraud & ID management industry best practice, regulations, innovations & future digital technologies Deep understanding of Fraud & ID strategies and processes including emerging or new service initiatives Understanding of data and insights to support Fraud & ID management Ability to travel regularly within the UK to meet with clients or to attend other Equifax offices and conferences. Subject to UK Gov COVID guidelines Industry experience within the banking or financial services markets along with an applicable consultancy background Demonstrated experience in pre-sales, either for a vendor technology company, CRA, a 'Big 4' or other consulting firm selling services or solutions to banks or financial services companies. Or extensive time spent 'client side' as a Fraud & ID management practitioner/leader. Ability to link product capabilities to business value and relate to customer pain points Strong presentation skills; able to participate in the delivery of workshops to drive definition of scope aligned with Equifax capabilities Experience in RFP & RFI processes through to formal presentation to senior executives Ability to communicate effectively with customers, project leads and within Sales team Likely to have extensive experience within a Fraud & ID environment with a proven track record of delivery Strong problem-solving and influencing skills Excellent analytical skills and exposure to risk modelling Comfort in pitching to clients and senior stakeholders Proven ability to deliver outstanding customer satisfaction Entrepreneurial style, drive and sense of urgency, coupled with the ability to work well individually and with others as part of a consulting team and the wider business Excellent communication, professional presentation and process/organisational skills, as well as strong creative orientation and the ability to craft innovative solutions Excellent project/task management and ability to work unsupervised What could set you apart You have worked 'client side' for a number of years You talk our customers language, you have been in 'their shoes' You have experience working within the CRA or 'Big Data' industry You have the ability to bring knowledge, expertise and practicality together to provide thought leadership to our clients You have the ability to build trust and rapport quickly You have experience in conference speaking You have a strong professional network within Fraud & ID management
The Role: Commercial Account Executive/New Business Developer We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Account Executive to join our company with the responsibility of building and growing a book of business. This new opportunity will be one to drive growth from new and existing business. It is vital that you have a passion for commercial insurance sales, are a self-starter and highly target driven. Based in the Norwich office however, our employee's success isn't measured on time spent in the office, so please talk to us about your flexible working needs.You will be naturally charismatic and personable, possessing a strong technical understanding of Commercial Insurance products and contracts with the ability to build strong client relations and generate new business. Responsibilities As a Business Development Account Executive, you will have the following responsibilities:New Business To generate new business sales in line with objectives set by responding to incoming sales enquiries in a timely manner, developing and maintaining introductory sources. Proactively remarketing and telephoning previous prospects by maximising the data contained within our internal systems. Ensuring compliance with the Insurer delegated underwriting authority to assess the viability of a prospect. Gathering and inputting information from the prospect into systems in order to generate an appropriate New Business Indications and also providing a summary of the buyer indications. Ongoing contact with the prospect to build a rapport and to clarify and sell the terms indicated. Upon acceptance of terms having the appropriate knowledge to ensure that all of the required information and documents have been obtained from the prospect and that correct modules and conditions are included in the policy documents. Completing the sale by way of a face-to-face meeting or other means to explain the policy procedures in detail and to obtain the required signatures. Service Taking responsibility for any client issues is a key requirement along with the appropriate level of knowledge encompassing credit limits, claims and policy queries to respond accordingly. Liaising and assisting the administration team is a vital element in the overall level of service provided. To be available for client meetings as required. Teamwork Assisting colleagues in sales and administration as and when required. Developing relationships with key Insurer personnel. Providing ongoing updates to management regarding new business and renewals. Skills and Experience: A profound understanding of the broking market Good knowledge of sales techniques Good working knowledge of General Insurance contracts including Property, Casualty and Motor classes Positive 'can do' Attitude Customer Focus Quality Service Focus Commercial Awareness Communication Teamwork Self-Development Planning & Organising Creativity & Innovation Perseverance & Determination Further information As well as a competitive salary we offer the following benefits - Competitive holiday allowance with the annual option to buy additional days Death in Service benefit of x4 salary Company pension scheme Enhanced maternity and paternity leave packages A flexible benefits package which allows you to add additional benefits to your overall package Our benefits portal offers discounts on technology & electronics, cinemas, restaurants, days out, mortgage advice, travel and many more Referral schemes Discounted rates on PIB products We offer a first-class employee benefits and welfare package to support our employees with financial management, cycle to work scheme, counselling support, health screening, will writing, menopause support, books, stopping smoking and much more We also offer a wide range of discounts including a kids pass - giving you discount to over 4500 attractions and activities, discounts at hairdressers and beauticians, climate change projects with lots of other options to choose PIB has a comprehensive learning & development framework, including professional study options and apprenticeships which are available to all employees, and which will support your career development Being a part of our PIB Community Trust, we support fundraising where you can apply for grants from PIB Group towards your chosen charity PIB Group are committed to improving their environmental impact in a responsible way. From the individual actions that our colleagues take every day through to installing the right facilities across our premises, there are many measures in place to help reduce PIB's carbon footprint. Why join us? We are proud of our success and growth and have been recognised for many industry awards across our business. If you wish to work for a company that truly puts people at the heart of their organisation, then we would love to hear from you. PIB operates a flexible working policy, and our management teams will talk to you about how that would meet both your flexible working needs and those of the business and role you are applying for. We would love to hear from you if you want to hear more about opportunities in PIB. We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.REF-
Apr 22, 2024
Full time
The Role: Commercial Account Executive/New Business Developer We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Account Executive to join our company with the responsibility of building and growing a book of business. This new opportunity will be one to drive growth from new and existing business. It is vital that you have a passion for commercial insurance sales, are a self-starter and highly target driven. Based in the Norwich office however, our employee's success isn't measured on time spent in the office, so please talk to us about your flexible working needs.You will be naturally charismatic and personable, possessing a strong technical understanding of Commercial Insurance products and contracts with the ability to build strong client relations and generate new business. Responsibilities As a Business Development Account Executive, you will have the following responsibilities:New Business To generate new business sales in line with objectives set by responding to incoming sales enquiries in a timely manner, developing and maintaining introductory sources. Proactively remarketing and telephoning previous prospects by maximising the data contained within our internal systems. Ensuring compliance with the Insurer delegated underwriting authority to assess the viability of a prospect. Gathering and inputting information from the prospect into systems in order to generate an appropriate New Business Indications and also providing a summary of the buyer indications. Ongoing contact with the prospect to build a rapport and to clarify and sell the terms indicated. Upon acceptance of terms having the appropriate knowledge to ensure that all of the required information and documents have been obtained from the prospect and that correct modules and conditions are included in the policy documents. Completing the sale by way of a face-to-face meeting or other means to explain the policy procedures in detail and to obtain the required signatures. Service Taking responsibility for any client issues is a key requirement along with the appropriate level of knowledge encompassing credit limits, claims and policy queries to respond accordingly. Liaising and assisting the administration team is a vital element in the overall level of service provided. To be available for client meetings as required. Teamwork Assisting colleagues in sales and administration as and when required. Developing relationships with key Insurer personnel. Providing ongoing updates to management regarding new business and renewals. Skills and Experience: A profound understanding of the broking market Good knowledge of sales techniques Good working knowledge of General Insurance contracts including Property, Casualty and Motor classes Positive 'can do' Attitude Customer Focus Quality Service Focus Commercial Awareness Communication Teamwork Self-Development Planning & Organising Creativity & Innovation Perseverance & Determination Further information As well as a competitive salary we offer the following benefits - Competitive holiday allowance with the annual option to buy additional days Death in Service benefit of x4 salary Company pension scheme Enhanced maternity and paternity leave packages A flexible benefits package which allows you to add additional benefits to your overall package Our benefits portal offers discounts on technology & electronics, cinemas, restaurants, days out, mortgage advice, travel and many more Referral schemes Discounted rates on PIB products We offer a first-class employee benefits and welfare package to support our employees with financial management, cycle to work scheme, counselling support, health screening, will writing, menopause support, books, stopping smoking and much more We also offer a wide range of discounts including a kids pass - giving you discount to over 4500 attractions and activities, discounts at hairdressers and beauticians, climate change projects with lots of other options to choose PIB has a comprehensive learning & development framework, including professional study options and apprenticeships which are available to all employees, and which will support your career development Being a part of our PIB Community Trust, we support fundraising where you can apply for grants from PIB Group towards your chosen charity PIB Group are committed to improving their environmental impact in a responsible way. From the individual actions that our colleagues take every day through to installing the right facilities across our premises, there are many measures in place to help reduce PIB's carbon footprint. Why join us? We are proud of our success and growth and have been recognised for many industry awards across our business. If you wish to work for a company that truly puts people at the heart of their organisation, then we would love to hear from you. PIB operates a flexible working policy, and our management teams will talk to you about how that would meet both your flexible working needs and those of the business and role you are applying for. We would love to hear from you if you want to hear more about opportunities in PIB. We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.REF-
We are currently recruiting for a Procurement Specialist to join a leading organisation in the entertainment industry. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment and a chance to leverage your expertise in indirect procurement to have a significant impact on our client's success. You'll collaborate with the Head of Procurement and wider procurement team to drive excellence in purchasing practices, ensuring optimal value for the organisation. Position: Procurement Specialist (12-month fixed term contract) Location: Cambridgeshire / Hybrid Responsibilities of the Procurement Specialist: Continuously evaluate current suppliers to maximise value for money. Manage end-to-end procurement processes for key categories such as software, marketing, and facilities. Cultivate and nurture relationships with suppliers, vendors, and stakeholders. Drive negotiations for contracts to secure favourable terms for goods and services. Collaborate with the Head of Procurement on high-level spend. Lead research for potential vendors and prepare purchasing reports. Play a pivotal role in achieving departmental savings through rigorous cost analysis and innovative solutions. Previous Experience Desired: Broad procurement experience, particularly in indirect spend. Proficiency in vendor sourcing practices and a knack for uncovering hidden value. Strong analytical skills, including the ability to generate insightful financial reports. Previous success in managing RFP processes to drive competitive supplier bids. Proven negotiation prowess and a commitment to cost-saving initiatives. Ability to foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Solutions-oriented mindset This role would be suitable for applicants with experience of purchasing, procurement or supply chain in roles such as Buyer, Senior Buyer, Category Manager or Category Specialist.
Apr 22, 2024
Full time
We are currently recruiting for a Procurement Specialist to join a leading organisation in the entertainment industry. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment and a chance to leverage your expertise in indirect procurement to have a significant impact on our client's success. You'll collaborate with the Head of Procurement and wider procurement team to drive excellence in purchasing practices, ensuring optimal value for the organisation. Position: Procurement Specialist (12-month fixed term contract) Location: Cambridgeshire / Hybrid Responsibilities of the Procurement Specialist: Continuously evaluate current suppliers to maximise value for money. Manage end-to-end procurement processes for key categories such as software, marketing, and facilities. Cultivate and nurture relationships with suppliers, vendors, and stakeholders. Drive negotiations for contracts to secure favourable terms for goods and services. Collaborate with the Head of Procurement on high-level spend. Lead research for potential vendors and prepare purchasing reports. Play a pivotal role in achieving departmental savings through rigorous cost analysis and innovative solutions. Previous Experience Desired: Broad procurement experience, particularly in indirect spend. Proficiency in vendor sourcing practices and a knack for uncovering hidden value. Strong analytical skills, including the ability to generate insightful financial reports. Previous success in managing RFP processes to drive competitive supplier bids. Proven negotiation prowess and a commitment to cost-saving initiatives. Ability to foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Solutions-oriented mindset This role would be suitable for applicants with experience of purchasing, procurement or supply chain in roles such as Buyer, Senior Buyer, Category Manager or Category Specialist.
Are you are looking to develop your career in an administrative role in an interesting and varied role? NO legal or conveyancing experience required. Our client, based in Northampton require a Property Administrator to join their busy team. Assisting the conveyancing team to provide a quality service with a customer service focus. Responsibilities: Open files on both the case management system and accounts system. Provide quotations to clients and record on any referral spreadsheet. Issue secondary forms to client, diarise and chase if necessary. Carry out Bankruptcy searches via the Land Registry Portal. Request, diarise and chase any redemption figures. Acknowledge contract papers and apply for searches. Import search results to Intelliworks and print first page of report as evidence result is back. Ensure all referral reports are up to date on a daily basis. Attend to any office administration requested to include post, filing, account balances and file closures. Prepare and issue contract papers to the buyers solicitors. Provide regular updates to clients, Estate Agents, and other solicitors. Answer the phones in a timely manner. Deal with all contacts in professional manner. Ensure secondary forms, Identification, and Source of Funds information is received by client at early stages of the transaction. Ensure all checklists are kept up to date. Perform conflict checks and import results, refer to Case Handler if not a passed result. Download Office Copy Entries and any filed documents from the Land Registry Portal. Perform conflict checks. Action Memorandum of Sales and send our initial letters to sellers and buyers solicitors. Request contract papers from the sellers solicitors, diarise and chase if necessary. From time to time, as required it may be necessary to carry out extra duties in addition to those listed above.
Apr 22, 2024
Full time
Are you are looking to develop your career in an administrative role in an interesting and varied role? NO legal or conveyancing experience required. Our client, based in Northampton require a Property Administrator to join their busy team. Assisting the conveyancing team to provide a quality service with a customer service focus. Responsibilities: Open files on both the case management system and accounts system. Provide quotations to clients and record on any referral spreadsheet. Issue secondary forms to client, diarise and chase if necessary. Carry out Bankruptcy searches via the Land Registry Portal. Request, diarise and chase any redemption figures. Acknowledge contract papers and apply for searches. Import search results to Intelliworks and print first page of report as evidence result is back. Ensure all referral reports are up to date on a daily basis. Attend to any office administration requested to include post, filing, account balances and file closures. Prepare and issue contract papers to the buyers solicitors. Provide regular updates to clients, Estate Agents, and other solicitors. Answer the phones in a timely manner. Deal with all contacts in professional manner. Ensure secondary forms, Identification, and Source of Funds information is received by client at early stages of the transaction. Ensure all checklists are kept up to date. Perform conflict checks and import results, refer to Case Handler if not a passed result. Download Office Copy Entries and any filed documents from the Land Registry Portal. Perform conflict checks. Action Memorandum of Sales and send our initial letters to sellers and buyers solicitors. Request contract papers from the sellers solicitors, diarise and chase if necessary. From time to time, as required it may be necessary to carry out extra duties in addition to those listed above.
Job Title: Buyer Contract: Full Time, Permanent Location: North Leicestershire, Office Based Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 The Procurement Division at SF Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Buyer to join their Manufacturing client based in North Leicestershire on a full time, permanent basis. This opportunity will involve handling a portfolio of categories and communicating and building strong business relationships internally and externally with suppliers and clients. As an experienced Buyer, you will be responsible for: - Taking control of the sourcing strategy for a selected group of commodities. - Identify, benchmark and select new suppliers to deliver your sourcing strategy. This will support with maximising supply chain effectiveness and minimising risks. - Establish contracts and framework agreements to ensure security of supply and delivery of improvements against KPI's. - Accurately forecasting for future product demands. - Analysing sales and supplier performance reports. - Ensure that purchase orders are placed in a timely manner and expedited to ensure delivery schedules are achieved to support business needs and avoid delays to onsite production. - Taking ownership and seeking opportunities to develop and streamline the procurement process. The successful Buyer will ideally have worked within a Manufacturing or Engineering working environment and be looking for the next step up in your career. What is essential is that you have experience in: - Working to tight project schedules. - Purchase Order Management. - Supplier and stakeholder management. - Budget management / cost control. - Ability to identify areas of improvement. This opportunity is a fully office-based role working Monday - Friday onsite. The business offers enhanced company benefits and continuously look at opportunities how they can improve employee engagement across the business. Should you wish to progress an application forward, please click 'Apply Now' with a copy of your updated CV.
Apr 22, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Buyer Contract: Full Time, Permanent Location: North Leicestershire, Office Based Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 The Procurement Division at SF Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Buyer to join their Manufacturing client based in North Leicestershire on a full time, permanent basis. This opportunity will involve handling a portfolio of categories and communicating and building strong business relationships internally and externally with suppliers and clients. As an experienced Buyer, you will be responsible for: - Taking control of the sourcing strategy for a selected group of commodities. - Identify, benchmark and select new suppliers to deliver your sourcing strategy. This will support with maximising supply chain effectiveness and minimising risks. - Establish contracts and framework agreements to ensure security of supply and delivery of improvements against KPI's. - Accurately forecasting for future product demands. - Analysing sales and supplier performance reports. - Ensure that purchase orders are placed in a timely manner and expedited to ensure delivery schedules are achieved to support business needs and avoid delays to onsite production. - Taking ownership and seeking opportunities to develop and streamline the procurement process. The successful Buyer will ideally have worked within a Manufacturing or Engineering working environment and be looking for the next step up in your career. What is essential is that you have experience in: - Working to tight project schedules. - Purchase Order Management. - Supplier and stakeholder management. - Budget management / cost control. - Ability to identify areas of improvement. This opportunity is a fully office-based role working Monday - Friday onsite. The business offers enhanced company benefits and continuously look at opportunities how they can improve employee engagement across the business. Should you wish to progress an application forward, please click 'Apply Now' with a copy of your updated CV.