Position 1 Recruitment is seeking a Junior QA Engineer to join a engineering manufacturing company specialising in control systems and heating systems . The Junior QA Engineer will support the QHSE function by ensuring products, processes, and suppliers comply with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications. The role involves close collaboration with engineering, production, procurement, and suppliers to drive continuous improvement across quality performance. Key Responsibilities Follow up on Supplier Corrective Action Reports to ensure timely responses and actions, improving supply chain performance Identify, document, and resolve Nonconformities and customer complaints, supporting Root Cause Analysis Assist the QA Manager with ASME BPVC Section II compliance checks for received goods Participate in internal audits and weekly QHSE tours Provide administrative support to the QHSE department, including updating procedures and instructions Prepare key project QHSE documents such as ITPs, Quality Plans, and Ex component certification dossiers Help maintain the equipment calibration system with QA & QC Managers You will need Knowledge/experience of inspection of electrical or mechanical products within Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, or Pharmaceutical environments Ability to read engineering drawings Understanding/knowledge of ISO 9001, ATEX/IECEx, ASME & PED standards Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to follow procedures To discuss this opportunity further, please contact Aiste on (phone number removed)
03/04/2026
Full time
Position 1 Recruitment is seeking a Junior QA Engineer to join a engineering manufacturing company specialising in control systems and heating systems . The Junior QA Engineer will support the QHSE function by ensuring products, processes, and suppliers comply with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications. The role involves close collaboration with engineering, production, procurement, and suppliers to drive continuous improvement across quality performance. Key Responsibilities Follow up on Supplier Corrective Action Reports to ensure timely responses and actions, improving supply chain performance Identify, document, and resolve Nonconformities and customer complaints, supporting Root Cause Analysis Assist the QA Manager with ASME BPVC Section II compliance checks for received goods Participate in internal audits and weekly QHSE tours Provide administrative support to the QHSE department, including updating procedures and instructions Prepare key project QHSE documents such as ITPs, Quality Plans, and Ex component certification dossiers Help maintain the equipment calibration system with QA & QC Managers You will need Knowledge/experience of inspection of electrical or mechanical products within Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, or Pharmaceutical environments Ability to read engineering drawings Understanding/knowledge of ISO 9001, ATEX/IECEx, ASME & PED standards Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to follow procedures To discuss this opportunity further, please contact Aiste on (phone number removed)
Quest Search and Selection are looking for an experienced Operations and Customer Fulfilment Manager to take responsibility of the Operations team and ensure smooth end-to-end processes across order fulfilment, warehousing, compliance and customer support. Ideal for someone passionate about supply chain optimisation as well. This is an SME business, who are a global brand in the beauty and skincare industry, known for its luxurious and scientifically advanced products. With a strong commitment to quality, sustainability and innovation the business operates across multiple markets and has a global reach. They sell via their DTC website and via wholesale with all the major premium and luxury department stores and other retailers. Key Responsibilities of this Operations and Customer Fulfilment Manager - Oversee team performance, drive process improvements, manage relationships within the warehouses and wholesale customers. act as the key point of escalation for urgent issues with B2B & B2C customers You'll collaborate closely with Web, Credit Control, and IT teams on projects such as EDI integration & seasonal launches. Managing the Operations team, assessing workloads and allocating customers Managing and developing a team, having weekly catch ups, development plans, and supporting with regular training Owning the end-to-end operational process and answering follow-up queries Supervising Operations activities including fulfilment of orders, export paperwork, and application of compliance documentation Support the Ecommerce team with stock and order queries, finding ways to improve current Key Responsibilities of this Operations and Customer Fulfilment Manager - Ideally 4-5 years + experience in operations or DC or warehouse management That you come from a Fashion or Health or Beauty background - beauty is a preference. Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Strong analytical abilities and the ability to forecast and optimize supply chain performance. Experience working with global suppliers and managing international warehousing & distribution. Previous experience at this level and of managing a team Use of SAP Business Central systems Knowledge of customs procedures and regulations in key markets (UK, EU, USA, Canada) would be advantageous Benefits of this Operations and Customer Fulfilment Manager - Work in their new head Office in West London they are four days a week in the office 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Birthday Day Off BUPA Membership Employee Assistance Programme Employee discount committed to supporting our team with their professional and personal development in order to reach career goals. season ticket loan scheme If the Operations and Customer Fulfilment Manager role sounds like you and keen to be considered, please apply today to JO-92 We request that candidates send their CV as a Microsoft Word document where possible. Quest Search and Selection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
03/04/2026
Full time
Quest Search and Selection are looking for an experienced Operations and Customer Fulfilment Manager to take responsibility of the Operations team and ensure smooth end-to-end processes across order fulfilment, warehousing, compliance and customer support. Ideal for someone passionate about supply chain optimisation as well. This is an SME business, who are a global brand in the beauty and skincare industry, known for its luxurious and scientifically advanced products. With a strong commitment to quality, sustainability and innovation the business operates across multiple markets and has a global reach. They sell via their DTC website and via wholesale with all the major premium and luxury department stores and other retailers. Key Responsibilities of this Operations and Customer Fulfilment Manager - Oversee team performance, drive process improvements, manage relationships within the warehouses and wholesale customers. act as the key point of escalation for urgent issues with B2B & B2C customers You'll collaborate closely with Web, Credit Control, and IT teams on projects such as EDI integration & seasonal launches. Managing the Operations team, assessing workloads and allocating customers Managing and developing a team, having weekly catch ups, development plans, and supporting with regular training Owning the end-to-end operational process and answering follow-up queries Supervising Operations activities including fulfilment of orders, export paperwork, and application of compliance documentation Support the Ecommerce team with stock and order queries, finding ways to improve current Key Responsibilities of this Operations and Customer Fulfilment Manager - Ideally 4-5 years + experience in operations or DC or warehouse management That you come from a Fashion or Health or Beauty background - beauty is a preference. Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Strong analytical abilities and the ability to forecast and optimize supply chain performance. Experience working with global suppliers and managing international warehousing & distribution. Previous experience at this level and of managing a team Use of SAP Business Central systems Knowledge of customs procedures and regulations in key markets (UK, EU, USA, Canada) would be advantageous Benefits of this Operations and Customer Fulfilment Manager - Work in their new head Office in West London they are four days a week in the office 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Birthday Day Off BUPA Membership Employee Assistance Programme Employee discount committed to supporting our team with their professional and personal development in order to reach career goals. season ticket loan scheme If the Operations and Customer Fulfilment Manager role sounds like you and keen to be considered, please apply today to JO-92 We request that candidates send their CV as a Microsoft Word document where possible. Quest Search and Selection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
An amazing opportunity has arisen due to the Ramp up of MBDA deliveries for a Supply Chain Manager/ Supplier Development manager to join ISP in the Sub-Assemblies team. Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience Location: Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments. Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities The opportunity: An opportunity has arisen due to the Ramp up of MBDA deliveries for a Supply Chain Manager/ Supplier Development manager to join ISP in the Sub-Assemblies team. The successful candidate will bring their experience and knowledge to ensure effective Supplier performance, capability & Risk management. As a team, we work across all programmes in MBDA UK in a changing environment, managing and implementing both mature and new technologies. What we're looking for from you: Ideally a degree calibre Supply Chain professional with experience of international working in high technology companies. Experience of supply chain management/ Supplier Development Manager in the Aerospace, Defence or Manufacturing environments with high exposure to machining including capacity and capabilities in the machining and aerospace surface treatments environment. A proven ability to: Demonstrate ability to improve Supplier Performance (Delivery and Quality)using appropriate tools and lean methodologies Capable of carrying out capacity audits which will identify key bottlenecks, yield, resources and sub-tier mapping activities to form an industrial view of supplier Managing a portfolio of suppliers on a day to day basis and reporting into designated project the performance and manage supply chain risks to closure Assess supply chain and suppliers capability to meet MBDA delivery profile for both current state vs Future state Competent in creating/ validating process flows and lead time analysis Hold excellent problem solving skills and understanding of techniques such as DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control) to develop and implement root cause analysis and improvement plans within Supply Chain Identify, Escalate and mitigate potential Supply Chain Risks and put in place associated improvement and mitigation plans Conducting analysis and providing/delivering executive summaries Additionally you may be responsible/ assist in department supply chain excellence improvements Interested? Click Apply Now! Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
03/04/2026
Full time
An amazing opportunity has arisen due to the Ramp up of MBDA deliveries for a Supply Chain Manager/ Supplier Development manager to join ISP in the Sub-Assemblies team. Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience Location: Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments. Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities The opportunity: An opportunity has arisen due to the Ramp up of MBDA deliveries for a Supply Chain Manager/ Supplier Development manager to join ISP in the Sub-Assemblies team. The successful candidate will bring their experience and knowledge to ensure effective Supplier performance, capability & Risk management. As a team, we work across all programmes in MBDA UK in a changing environment, managing and implementing both mature and new technologies. What we're looking for from you: Ideally a degree calibre Supply Chain professional with experience of international working in high technology companies. Experience of supply chain management/ Supplier Development Manager in the Aerospace, Defence or Manufacturing environments with high exposure to machining including capacity and capabilities in the machining and aerospace surface treatments environment. A proven ability to: Demonstrate ability to improve Supplier Performance (Delivery and Quality)using appropriate tools and lean methodologies Capable of carrying out capacity audits which will identify key bottlenecks, yield, resources and sub-tier mapping activities to form an industrial view of supplier Managing a portfolio of suppliers on a day to day basis and reporting into designated project the performance and manage supply chain risks to closure Assess supply chain and suppliers capability to meet MBDA delivery profile for both current state vs Future state Competent in creating/ validating process flows and lead time analysis Hold excellent problem solving skills and understanding of techniques such as DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control) to develop and implement root cause analysis and improvement plans within Supply Chain Identify, Escalate and mitigate potential Supply Chain Risks and put in place associated improvement and mitigation plans Conducting analysis and providing/delivering executive summaries Additionally you may be responsible/ assist in department supply chain excellence improvements Interested? Click Apply Now! Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role is part of our Public Safety Solutions Business Unit. The Information Security Manager is accountable for the organisation's information security strategy, governance, and compliance, ensuring the protection of systems and data that support UK public sector and emergency service operations. The role is critical in ensuring that services remain secure, resilient, and available, recognising the operational importance and potential impact on frontline emergency response. Key Responsibilities: Security Leadership & Assurance Own and be accountable for the organisation's overall security posture, ensuring alignment with business objectives and public sector expectations. Lead the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the ISMS in line with ISO/IEC 27001. Maintain Cyber Essentials Plus certification, ensuring ongoing compliance with technical controls. Develop and maintain the Security Management Plan, with a focus on resilience, availability, and service continuity. Provide regular assurance reporting to senior leadership and stakeholders. Risk Management & Compliance Own and maintain the Security Risk Register, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, and managed in line with organisational risk appetite. Conduct and support risk assessments, internal audits, and external certification activities. Ensure compliance with relevant UK regulatory and security requirements, including GDPR and guidance from the National Cyber Security Centre. Work with internal teams and suppliers to implement proportionate and effective security controls. Security Operations & Incident Management Act as the primary point of contact for security incidents, leading or coordinating response activities. Take a hands-on role in incident investigation, root cause analysis, and remediation. Ensure that incident response processes are aligned to the operational needs of emergency service environments, including timely escalation and communication. Oversee vulnerability management, security testing, and remediation activities, engaging third parties where required (e.g., CHECK providers). Service Resilience & Operational Security Ensure security is embedded in the design and operation of services supporting emergency response. Work closely with operational and technical teams to maintain high levels of system availability and resilience. Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning, testing, and continuous improvement. Security Awareness & Culture Develop and deliver targeted security awareness and training programmes. Promote a strong security culture, ensuring all staff understand their responsibilities in protecting critical services. Stakeholder Engagement Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, operational teams, and external stakeholders. Support engagement with public sector customers, providing assurance on security controls and practices. Collaborate with suppliers and partners to ensure security requirements are met across the supply chain. Qualifications & Skills: Proven experience in an information security role within a UK-based organisation, ideally supporting public sector or critical services. Practical experience with security monitoring and incident response tooling (SIEM/XDR) Strong working knowledge of ISO/IEC 27001 and experience maintaining an ISMS. Practical experience with Cyber Essentials / Cyber Essentials Plus certification. Experience managing security risks, incidents, audits, and compliance activities in operational environments. Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on delivery in a small organisation. Strong understanding of service resilience, availability, and risk in mission-critical systems. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders. By submitting an application to Saab UK, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
01/04/2026
Full time
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role is part of our Public Safety Solutions Business Unit. The Information Security Manager is accountable for the organisation's information security strategy, governance, and compliance, ensuring the protection of systems and data that support UK public sector and emergency service operations. The role is critical in ensuring that services remain secure, resilient, and available, recognising the operational importance and potential impact on frontline emergency response. Key Responsibilities: Security Leadership & Assurance Own and be accountable for the organisation's overall security posture, ensuring alignment with business objectives and public sector expectations. Lead the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the ISMS in line with ISO/IEC 27001. Maintain Cyber Essentials Plus certification, ensuring ongoing compliance with technical controls. Develop and maintain the Security Management Plan, with a focus on resilience, availability, and service continuity. Provide regular assurance reporting to senior leadership and stakeholders. Risk Management & Compliance Own and maintain the Security Risk Register, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, and managed in line with organisational risk appetite. Conduct and support risk assessments, internal audits, and external certification activities. Ensure compliance with relevant UK regulatory and security requirements, including GDPR and guidance from the National Cyber Security Centre. Work with internal teams and suppliers to implement proportionate and effective security controls. Security Operations & Incident Management Act as the primary point of contact for security incidents, leading or coordinating response activities. Take a hands-on role in incident investigation, root cause analysis, and remediation. Ensure that incident response processes are aligned to the operational needs of emergency service environments, including timely escalation and communication. Oversee vulnerability management, security testing, and remediation activities, engaging third parties where required (e.g., CHECK providers). Service Resilience & Operational Security Ensure security is embedded in the design and operation of services supporting emergency response. Work closely with operational and technical teams to maintain high levels of system availability and resilience. Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning, testing, and continuous improvement. Security Awareness & Culture Develop and deliver targeted security awareness and training programmes. Promote a strong security culture, ensuring all staff understand their responsibilities in protecting critical services. Stakeholder Engagement Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, operational teams, and external stakeholders. Support engagement with public sector customers, providing assurance on security controls and practices. Collaborate with suppliers and partners to ensure security requirements are met across the supply chain. Qualifications & Skills: Proven experience in an information security role within a UK-based organisation, ideally supporting public sector or critical services. Practical experience with security monitoring and incident response tooling (SIEM/XDR) Strong working knowledge of ISO/IEC 27001 and experience maintaining an ISMS. Practical experience with Cyber Essentials / Cyber Essentials Plus certification. Experience managing security risks, incidents, audits, and compliance activities in operational environments. Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on delivery in a small organisation. Strong understanding of service resilience, availability, and risk in mission-critical systems. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders. By submitting an application to Saab UK, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Estimating Engineer London or Portsmouth Office Home & Site Based (Hybrid) Our Client has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Estimating Engineer to join their commercial and pre-construction team based in their London office. This role will support the tendering and pricing of civils and utility projects, including power, multi-utility, groundwork, and infrastructure schemes. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate cost estimates for civils and HV/EHV Cable and Substation projects, including labour, materials, plant, subcontractors, and overheads Review technical drawings, specifications, and client documents to understand project scope and requirements Assist in developing and provide bid support to tender submissions, including schedules, basic programmes and supporting qualitative documents Liaise with project managers, engineers, and supply chain partners to gather pricing and project information Conduct site visits to assess conditions, constraints, and design considerations Maintain an up-to-date database of rates, suppliers, and subcontractor pricing Support value engineering, risk analysis, and alternative solution proposals Assist in handover processes to ensure accurate transfer of information to delivery teams Contribute to cost reporting, benchmarking, and continuous improvement of estimating processes Core Competencies Strong analytical mindset with the ability to break down complex scopes into measurable, costed elements High level of numerical accuracy and attention to detail Experienced in pricing & supporting HV/EHV, cable, substation and civils packages Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and design information Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and methodical approach Effective communication skills for liaising with clients, suppliers, and internal teams Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously Commercial awareness and understanding of cost drivers within civils & utilities projects Competent in using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft suite of applications Qualifications & Experience HNC/HND, Degree, or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Construction, Quantity Surveying, or related discipline preferred Previous experience in an estimating, engineering, commercial, or QS role within utilities, infrastructure, or civils Knowledge of NRSWA, DNO/IDNO requirements, or power distribution projects beneficial Experience with estimating packages e.g. RIB Candy advantageous Full UK driving licence preferred but not essential What They Offer: Competitive salary Contributory pension scheme 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Salary sacrifice EV car scheme Career development, training, and support toward professional qualifications A supportive team environment in a growing SME Employee Ownership Trust have a voice in how the business is run
31/03/2026
Full time
Estimating Engineer London or Portsmouth Office Home & Site Based (Hybrid) Our Client has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Estimating Engineer to join their commercial and pre-construction team based in their London office. This role will support the tendering and pricing of civils and utility projects, including power, multi-utility, groundwork, and infrastructure schemes. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate cost estimates for civils and HV/EHV Cable and Substation projects, including labour, materials, plant, subcontractors, and overheads Review technical drawings, specifications, and client documents to understand project scope and requirements Assist in developing and provide bid support to tender submissions, including schedules, basic programmes and supporting qualitative documents Liaise with project managers, engineers, and supply chain partners to gather pricing and project information Conduct site visits to assess conditions, constraints, and design considerations Maintain an up-to-date database of rates, suppliers, and subcontractor pricing Support value engineering, risk analysis, and alternative solution proposals Assist in handover processes to ensure accurate transfer of information to delivery teams Contribute to cost reporting, benchmarking, and continuous improvement of estimating processes Core Competencies Strong analytical mindset with the ability to break down complex scopes into measurable, costed elements High level of numerical accuracy and attention to detail Experienced in pricing & supporting HV/EHV, cable, substation and civils packages Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and design information Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and methodical approach Effective communication skills for liaising with clients, suppliers, and internal teams Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously Commercial awareness and understanding of cost drivers within civils & utilities projects Competent in using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft suite of applications Qualifications & Experience HNC/HND, Degree, or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Construction, Quantity Surveying, or related discipline preferred Previous experience in an estimating, engineering, commercial, or QS role within utilities, infrastructure, or civils Knowledge of NRSWA, DNO/IDNO requirements, or power distribution projects beneficial Experience with estimating packages e.g. RIB Candy advantageous Full UK driving licence preferred but not essential What They Offer: Competitive salary Contributory pension scheme 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Salary sacrifice EV car scheme Career development, training, and support toward professional qualifications A supportive team environment in a growing SME Employee Ownership Trust have a voice in how the business is run
Are you a skilled Business Development Manager looking for a new role As a BDM are you confident working with large OEMs and automotive partners, off highway manufacturers or the rail supply chain Can you take technical products to the industry working across engineering and procurement teams to deliver engineering projects Kingscroft have been asked to recruit a Business Development Manager for a specialist manufacturing business supplying components and manufacturing services into the automotive and off highway sector from their manufacturing facility in South Wales. As the ideal candidate you will have experience of working with automotive suppliers and be confident in developing enquiries into business opportunities for this specialist manufacturer. Your role will involve: Business Development - Identify and pursue relevant new business opportunities within the UK European automotive , truck , special purpose vehicle , rail or aerospace Key Account Management - Act as the primary commercial contact for designated oeM and Tier 1 customers. - Develop account plans to support customer growth strategies and increase market share. Sales and Commercial Management - Achieve annual sales targets in line with company objectives. - Prepare, deliver, and negotiate quotations, contracts, and agreements. - Manage the RFQ (Request for Quotation) process and lead commercial discussions with customers. Market Product Development Support - Monitor and analyse market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs. - Provide feedback to RD, engineering, and product management teams to support innovation and product improvement. Project Management together with the Project Team ; overseeing customer projects from initial enquiry through to production launch This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the continued success of this well positioned and well invested company. Please apply today for a confidential discussion on the role and business. With a customer base across the Midlands this will be a remote role with regular visits to the factory to help you win and deliver projects. By applying to this role, you will register as a candidate with Kingscroft Professional Resources. Our Privacy Policy explains how we will use your information.
31/03/2026
Full time
Are you a skilled Business Development Manager looking for a new role As a BDM are you confident working with large OEMs and automotive partners, off highway manufacturers or the rail supply chain Can you take technical products to the industry working across engineering and procurement teams to deliver engineering projects Kingscroft have been asked to recruit a Business Development Manager for a specialist manufacturing business supplying components and manufacturing services into the automotive and off highway sector from their manufacturing facility in South Wales. As the ideal candidate you will have experience of working with automotive suppliers and be confident in developing enquiries into business opportunities for this specialist manufacturer. Your role will involve: Business Development - Identify and pursue relevant new business opportunities within the UK European automotive , truck , special purpose vehicle , rail or aerospace Key Account Management - Act as the primary commercial contact for designated oeM and Tier 1 customers. - Develop account plans to support customer growth strategies and increase market share. Sales and Commercial Management - Achieve annual sales targets in line with company objectives. - Prepare, deliver, and negotiate quotations, contracts, and agreements. - Manage the RFQ (Request for Quotation) process and lead commercial discussions with customers. Market Product Development Support - Monitor and analyse market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs. - Provide feedback to RD, engineering, and product management teams to support innovation and product improvement. Project Management together with the Project Team ; overseeing customer projects from initial enquiry through to production launch This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the continued success of this well positioned and well invested company. Please apply today for a confidential discussion on the role and business. With a customer base across the Midlands this will be a remote role with regular visits to the factory to help you win and deliver projects. By applying to this role, you will register as a candidate with Kingscroft Professional Resources. Our Privacy Policy explains how we will use your information.
Senior MEP Commercial Manager (Data Centre) Radius is seeking a Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager with either Data Centre / Life sciences / critical infrastructure experience Reporting to the Programme Delivery Director, the Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager (Projects & Commercial) will provide in house Quantity Surveying service on all infrastructure projects / programmes. This involves initial estimating / budget forecasting, cost plan management, consultant and contractor selection, preliminaries drafting, tendering, contractor negotiation, valuations, variation control, cost reporting and final accounting. Additionally, to support the financial management functions normally carried out in an end operator construction business including internal Purchase Order reconciliation and cash flow. More than 5 years experience in running construction projects, ideally within the data centre industry or those with a very complex services content. Extensive experience in an environment where front end activities such as project estimating and cost planning are routinely carried out. Able to provide all the quantity surveying input necessary to run construction contracts of £ 10m-30m , where external quantity surveying firms are not appointed Excellent communication skill with the ability to explain technical matters in a way that can be clearly understood by a non-technical audience Demonstrable experience of managing a critical supply chain A sound track record in risk management. The main responsibilities are, but not limited to, the following: To own all commercial elements of pre-contracting for each project / programme to deliver: Costs Estimated budget costs for each scheme Cost planning for each scheme and option Cashflow plan for each scheme / option to allow for clear funding plan Documents Internal approval of scope / briefs and similar third party documents An approved Procurement Strategy / method for each project An appropriate and agreed contracting approach for each project Agreed tender documents that allow selection of the best & most appropriate supply chain / partners Preparation of all preliminaries Completed contract bundles using the appropriate legal advice / support Completed third party appointments using the appropriate legal advice and support Management Representation at all pre-contract meetings, providing advice or assistance to all other professionals Management of any tender processes and selection of the best & most appropriate suppliers / partners The best outcome in all commercial negotiations Working / liaising with external Quantity Surveyors (where appointed) to deliver all of the above Cost Management & Reporting Contract variations that are agreed by all stakeholders, formally instructed and managed & recorded via a formal contract framework Accurate and agreed interim valuations that allow payments to contractors to be made Accurate cost reporting and reconciliation to agreed costs plans / budgets A final accounting review / payment with contractors / suppliers Management Representation at all pre-contract meetings, providing advice or assistance to all other professionals Management of any tender processes and selection of the best & most appropriate suppliers / partners The best outcome in all commercial negotiations Working / liaising with external Quantity Surveyors (where appointed) to deliver all of the above
31/03/2026
Full time
Senior MEP Commercial Manager (Data Centre) Radius is seeking a Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager with either Data Centre / Life sciences / critical infrastructure experience Reporting to the Programme Delivery Director, the Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager (Projects & Commercial) will provide in house Quantity Surveying service on all infrastructure projects / programmes. This involves initial estimating / budget forecasting, cost plan management, consultant and contractor selection, preliminaries drafting, tendering, contractor negotiation, valuations, variation control, cost reporting and final accounting. Additionally, to support the financial management functions normally carried out in an end operator construction business including internal Purchase Order reconciliation and cash flow. More than 5 years experience in running construction projects, ideally within the data centre industry or those with a very complex services content. Extensive experience in an environment where front end activities such as project estimating and cost planning are routinely carried out. Able to provide all the quantity surveying input necessary to run construction contracts of £ 10m-30m , where external quantity surveying firms are not appointed Excellent communication skill with the ability to explain technical matters in a way that can be clearly understood by a non-technical audience Demonstrable experience of managing a critical supply chain A sound track record in risk management. The main responsibilities are, but not limited to, the following: To own all commercial elements of pre-contracting for each project / programme to deliver: Costs Estimated budget costs for each scheme Cost planning for each scheme and option Cashflow plan for each scheme / option to allow for clear funding plan Documents Internal approval of scope / briefs and similar third party documents An approved Procurement Strategy / method for each project An appropriate and agreed contracting approach for each project Agreed tender documents that allow selection of the best & most appropriate supply chain / partners Preparation of all preliminaries Completed contract bundles using the appropriate legal advice / support Completed third party appointments using the appropriate legal advice and support Management Representation at all pre-contract meetings, providing advice or assistance to all other professionals Management of any tender processes and selection of the best & most appropriate suppliers / partners The best outcome in all commercial negotiations Working / liaising with external Quantity Surveyors (where appointed) to deliver all of the above Cost Management & Reporting Contract variations that are agreed by all stakeholders, formally instructed and managed & recorded via a formal contract framework Accurate and agreed interim valuations that allow payments to contractors to be made Accurate cost reporting and reconciliation to agreed costs plans / budgets A final accounting review / payment with contractors / suppliers Management Representation at all pre-contract meetings, providing advice or assistance to all other professionals Management of any tender processes and selection of the best & most appropriate suppliers / partners The best outcome in all commercial negotiations Working / liaising with external Quantity Surveyors (where appointed) to deliver all of the above
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Bristol, Gloucestershire
Associate Project Manager - Cyber Security Bristol (80% Remote / 20% Onsite) 20- 25 per hour (Inside IR35) 12-Month Contract SC Clearance Required The Opportunity We're looking for an Associate Project Manager to support the delivery of high-impact cyber security projects within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You'll play a key role in driving project outcomes, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver secure and innovative solutions for defence, government, and public sector clients. This is a great opportunity for someone with early project management experience who is keen to develop their skills on complex, mission-critical programmes. Key Responsibilities Support project planning, budgeting, and forecasting of costs and cash flow Assist in risk and opportunity analysis using ERM or similar methodologies Contribute to bid preparation and internal stakeholder communication Track and report on project changes, ensuring accurate performance monitoring Support the management of the project lifecycle and supply chain activities Work collaboratively within an Integrated Project Team (IPT) What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience Experience managing small project work packages or supporting project delivery Strong understanding of budgeting and financial tracking Knowledge of risk management principles (ERM or similar) Ability to communicate effectively within cross-functional teams Familiarity with engineering or project lifecycle phases Proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and improve Desirable Experience working with subcontractors or third-party suppliers Knowledge of IT Service Management frameworks (e.g., ITIL) Project Management qualification (e.g., PMP or equivalent) Security Requirements Active SC Clearance (or eligibility to obtain) is required
31/03/2026
Contractor
Associate Project Manager - Cyber Security Bristol (80% Remote / 20% Onsite) 20- 25 per hour (Inside IR35) 12-Month Contract SC Clearance Required The Opportunity We're looking for an Associate Project Manager to support the delivery of high-impact cyber security projects within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You'll play a key role in driving project outcomes, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver secure and innovative solutions for defence, government, and public sector clients. This is a great opportunity for someone with early project management experience who is keen to develop their skills on complex, mission-critical programmes. Key Responsibilities Support project planning, budgeting, and forecasting of costs and cash flow Assist in risk and opportunity analysis using ERM or similar methodologies Contribute to bid preparation and internal stakeholder communication Track and report on project changes, ensuring accurate performance monitoring Support the management of the project lifecycle and supply chain activities Work collaboratively within an Integrated Project Team (IPT) What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience Experience managing small project work packages or supporting project delivery Strong understanding of budgeting and financial tracking Knowledge of risk management principles (ERM or similar) Ability to communicate effectively within cross-functional teams Familiarity with engineering or project lifecycle phases Proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and improve Desirable Experience working with subcontractors or third-party suppliers Knowledge of IT Service Management frameworks (e.g., ITIL) Project Management qualification (e.g., PMP or equivalent) Security Requirements Active SC Clearance (or eligibility to obtain) is required
Business Development Manager Logistics & Supply Chain Location: Grimsby Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 + Benefits Job Description Our client is on the hunt for a high-impact Business Development Manager to drive growth, secure new opportunities, and shape the next chapter of their business. You ll work alongside Directors and Senior Management to design and execute winning strategies that deliver measurable results. This role requires a regular office presence, anticipated to be around two days per week, with the remaining time spent in the field attending business meetings. The right candidate will have proven hands-on experience in strategic business development or sales management within a diversified group company, ideally in the service sector. Business Development Manager Responsibilities: Develop and execute commercial and sales strategies aligned with company objectives to drive sustainable growth. Identify, map, nurture, and convert new leads within a diverse, predominantly automotive, B2B customer base in a structured and consistent manner. Support negotiations for new and ongoing contracts with both suppliers and customers. Analyse market trends and collaborate with the Managing Director to define tactical and strategic business direction. Optimize lead generation processes to ensure opportunities are captured efficiently and effectively. Own and manage marketing initiatives, delivering measurable ROI where campaigns are deployed. Collaborate with Operations, Technology, and Finance teams to ensure profitable execution of growth initiatives. Oversee a variety of growth projects, including project management responsibilities where appropriate, to support business expansion. Business Development Manager Requirements: Proven experience in strategic sales Experience working in Logistics & Supply Chain with 3PL knowledge High energy & enthusiastic about sustainable growth Ability and desire to own, develop and convert opportunities personally At Venatu Recruitment Group, your right to privacy is important to us. By applying for this job, your information will be entered into our recruitment system. This will enable you to register for job alerts, apply for jobs and for us to help you find your next role. To read our full privacy policy please visit our website.
31/03/2026
Full time
Business Development Manager Logistics & Supply Chain Location: Grimsby Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 + Benefits Job Description Our client is on the hunt for a high-impact Business Development Manager to drive growth, secure new opportunities, and shape the next chapter of their business. You ll work alongside Directors and Senior Management to design and execute winning strategies that deliver measurable results. This role requires a regular office presence, anticipated to be around two days per week, with the remaining time spent in the field attending business meetings. The right candidate will have proven hands-on experience in strategic business development or sales management within a diversified group company, ideally in the service sector. Business Development Manager Responsibilities: Develop and execute commercial and sales strategies aligned with company objectives to drive sustainable growth. Identify, map, nurture, and convert new leads within a diverse, predominantly automotive, B2B customer base in a structured and consistent manner. Support negotiations for new and ongoing contracts with both suppliers and customers. Analyse market trends and collaborate with the Managing Director to define tactical and strategic business direction. Optimize lead generation processes to ensure opportunities are captured efficiently and effectively. Own and manage marketing initiatives, delivering measurable ROI where campaigns are deployed. Collaborate with Operations, Technology, and Finance teams to ensure profitable execution of growth initiatives. Oversee a variety of growth projects, including project management responsibilities where appropriate, to support business expansion. Business Development Manager Requirements: Proven experience in strategic sales Experience working in Logistics & Supply Chain with 3PL knowledge High energy & enthusiastic about sustainable growth Ability and desire to own, develop and convert opportunities personally At Venatu Recruitment Group, your right to privacy is important to us. By applying for this job, your information will be entered into our recruitment system. This will enable you to register for job alerts, apply for jobs and for us to help you find your next role. To read our full privacy policy please visit our website.
Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd
Headington, Oxfordshire
Business Development Manager - Defence Our client is globally established supplier of defence equipment and services. Primarily based in the US and Middle East, working from a remote home working basis and ideally positioned to the South of the UK, this new role of Business Development Manager will report directly to the GM and is to grow new sales primarily in the UK across the defence sector. As Business Development Manager, you will be required to identify and deliver new customers on a proactive approach along with the direct management of existing customers. Supporting existing and future B2B and B2C relationship growth, the role will focus on the defence and security sectors and working alongside the internationally based GM and internal teams, the Business Development Manager will target end-users, OEMs, system integrators, indirect sales channel partners, architects and engineers, specifying security consultants and group shared services. As the subject matter expert for the UK, you will develop and maintain close customer contact and engagement with key end-users, OEMs, system integrators, indirect sales channel partners and centres of influence within the territory. Role duties include: - Build a 'go to market' business plan that identifies business development and account management goals. From this, target/identify "operational and product gaps" where our client can apply their 'R&D and manufacturing services' within the defence/security supply chain working with OEMs and tier 1 / 2 suppliers, government agencies, law enforcement, universities and schools. - Understand our clients' products, capabilities & services and effectively communicate all offerings to the customer base and channel partners in the territory. - Be responsible for the achievement of quarterly and annual territory sales targets. - Prepare and submit reports to the GM to include weekly/monthly activity reports that provides information on all account activities within the territory. - Proactively develop leads from attendance/research at trade and professional organisation, shows and events. - Review all major deliverables (i.e. strategic brief, function spec, tech spec, etc ) to ensure quality standards and client expectations are met. - Quote prices, prepare proposals and provide information regarding terms of sales and delivery dates - working closely alongside the internal engineering and operational teams. - Complete business development activities across the UK. As a minimum, spend one week a month in the territory visiting end-users, customers and channel partners in the territory. All visits and appointments to be coordinated in advance. - Continually extract end-user operational requirements across the UK as well as to feedback on market opportunities and competitor activity. - Identify, qualify, recruit, train and launch indirect sales channel partners such as distributors and resellers (B2B), where possible. - Attend relevant tradeshows and events in the UK to engage and promote. - Meet with influencers, specifiers, consultants and signatories, i.e., engineers, in the territory who are engaged with relating projects. - Monitor relevant state and territory bid RFQ sites for potential leads and opportunities. Management of Channel Partners: - Develop, maintain and share customer prospect call lists based on strategic marketing data and other sources for sales leads with channel partners and conduct follow-up with them to ensure prospects are being called. - Be responsible for monitoring channel partner monthly sales forecasts and reports and working with channel partners to assist them in closing sales. - Conduct two product training events per quarter with the channel partners in the territory. - Provide regular two-way communication between customers, channel partners, and the company to provide strong team representation and set proper expectations Qualifications: - Must have thorough knowledge of the UK defence/security industry. - Must have experience in selling defence/security products and/or systems to one or more of the following markets: non-defence federal agencies, law enforcement, military, public safety, R&D / product development (B2G). - Know how to conduct online searches and source relating sector/government RFP & RFQs and enquiries. - Have experience in working with centres of influence in the defence/security industry to develop requirements. You should: - Be a UK citizen capable of holding security clearance. - Have a BSc/BA degree as a minimum. Have Project Management exposure/certification. - Have a minimum of two years of success in meeting direct sales quotas of £750K or more for physical defence/security products. - Know how to sell service and maintenance agreements. - Be able to prepare sales plans and meet the objectives of the plans on a weekly, monthly and quarterly basis. - Have excellent analytical skills and be able to demonstrate an understanding of how to prepare high quality annual sales forecast and sales plan. - Require little or no supervision. Be a self-starter and well organised and a strong communicator. - Be disciplined, self-directed team player who sets the example and possesses high personal and professional ethics as well as excellent leadership skills. - Be able to see big picture and develop solid solutions. - Must know how to create sales presentations using PowerPoint and is able to use other Office tools. - Be able to perform and produce results in a dynamic, fast paced environment. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
31/03/2026
Full time
Business Development Manager - Defence Our client is globally established supplier of defence equipment and services. Primarily based in the US and Middle East, working from a remote home working basis and ideally positioned to the South of the UK, this new role of Business Development Manager will report directly to the GM and is to grow new sales primarily in the UK across the defence sector. As Business Development Manager, you will be required to identify and deliver new customers on a proactive approach along with the direct management of existing customers. Supporting existing and future B2B and B2C relationship growth, the role will focus on the defence and security sectors and working alongside the internationally based GM and internal teams, the Business Development Manager will target end-users, OEMs, system integrators, indirect sales channel partners, architects and engineers, specifying security consultants and group shared services. As the subject matter expert for the UK, you will develop and maintain close customer contact and engagement with key end-users, OEMs, system integrators, indirect sales channel partners and centres of influence within the territory. Role duties include: - Build a 'go to market' business plan that identifies business development and account management goals. From this, target/identify "operational and product gaps" where our client can apply their 'R&D and manufacturing services' within the defence/security supply chain working with OEMs and tier 1 / 2 suppliers, government agencies, law enforcement, universities and schools. - Understand our clients' products, capabilities & services and effectively communicate all offerings to the customer base and channel partners in the territory. - Be responsible for the achievement of quarterly and annual territory sales targets. - Prepare and submit reports to the GM to include weekly/monthly activity reports that provides information on all account activities within the territory. - Proactively develop leads from attendance/research at trade and professional organisation, shows and events. - Review all major deliverables (i.e. strategic brief, function spec, tech spec, etc ) to ensure quality standards and client expectations are met. - Quote prices, prepare proposals and provide information regarding terms of sales and delivery dates - working closely alongside the internal engineering and operational teams. - Complete business development activities across the UK. As a minimum, spend one week a month in the territory visiting end-users, customers and channel partners in the territory. All visits and appointments to be coordinated in advance. - Continually extract end-user operational requirements across the UK as well as to feedback on market opportunities and competitor activity. - Identify, qualify, recruit, train and launch indirect sales channel partners such as distributors and resellers (B2B), where possible. - Attend relevant tradeshows and events in the UK to engage and promote. - Meet with influencers, specifiers, consultants and signatories, i.e., engineers, in the territory who are engaged with relating projects. - Monitor relevant state and territory bid RFQ sites for potential leads and opportunities. Management of Channel Partners: - Develop, maintain and share customer prospect call lists based on strategic marketing data and other sources for sales leads with channel partners and conduct follow-up with them to ensure prospects are being called. - Be responsible for monitoring channel partner monthly sales forecasts and reports and working with channel partners to assist them in closing sales. - Conduct two product training events per quarter with the channel partners in the territory. - Provide regular two-way communication between customers, channel partners, and the company to provide strong team representation and set proper expectations Qualifications: - Must have thorough knowledge of the UK defence/security industry. - Must have experience in selling defence/security products and/or systems to one or more of the following markets: non-defence federal agencies, law enforcement, military, public safety, R&D / product development (B2G). - Know how to conduct online searches and source relating sector/government RFP & RFQs and enquiries. - Have experience in working with centres of influence in the defence/security industry to develop requirements. You should: - Be a UK citizen capable of holding security clearance. - Have a BSc/BA degree as a minimum. Have Project Management exposure/certification. - Have a minimum of two years of success in meeting direct sales quotas of £750K or more for physical defence/security products. - Know how to sell service and maintenance agreements. - Be able to prepare sales plans and meet the objectives of the plans on a weekly, monthly and quarterly basis. - Have excellent analytical skills and be able to demonstrate an understanding of how to prepare high quality annual sales forecast and sales plan. - Require little or no supervision. Be a self-starter and well organised and a strong communicator. - Be disciplined, self-directed team player who sets the example and possesses high personal and professional ethics as well as excellent leadership skills. - Be able to see big picture and develop solid solutions. - Must know how to create sales presentations using PowerPoint and is able to use other Office tools. - Be able to perform and produce results in a dynamic, fast paced environment. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
ASD Ltd is one of the leading metal stockholders and processing suppliers in the UK. We are renowned for supplying a diverse range of ferrous and non-ferrous products. Our extensive in-house processing portfolio in combination with our expertise enables us to deliver cost efficient metal solutions and high-quality steel products. We are passionate about sustainability and aim to transform our industry by playing an active role in building a sustainable future for our employees, customers, community and future generations. Role Overview We are currently looking for a Business Development Manager to work from our offices in Leeds or Blackburn. The main purpose of this role is to: Drive ASD's efforts to penetrate and develop specific sectors (such as Energy / Rail / Marine) and targeted companies providing both revenue and market share growth. Proactively undertake external customer / prospect visits to support the Business Development function. Organise / co-ordinate and manage the development of ASD's value proposition incorporating product development / supply chain and value-added services to all sector's. Key Responsibilities Perform proactive calling on agreed sectors, project pipelines and business opportunities. Provide quotation / tender support including supplier sourcing where applicable. Be responsible for quality and upkeep of customer database / records / reports in CRM system Support ASD's position within nominated sectors (such as Energy / Rail / Marine), enhancing our current sales and gross margin. Identify products and service opportunities, related to the target sector's, which ASD could introduce to enhance our market position and profitability. Manage transactional activities such as SAP order raising. Undertake external customer / prospect visits. Candidate Profile Proven track record within commercial and / or product development. Experience of working as part of a high performing team. Strongly developed IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook. Experience within steel, metals, manufacturing, construction or industrial sectors. Strong commercial awareness and results-driven mindset. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. High level of organisation and attention to detail. Confident using CRM and ERP (ideally SAP) systems and Microsoft Office applications. A full UK driving license. A stable career history. What we offer As well as a competitive salary and company car (after probationary period) or car allowance we also offer an attractive benefits package which includes: Life assurance. Contributory pension (5% contribution matched by the company). Discount cards for shops and restaurants. Gym and health club discounts. Holiday trading. Cycle to work scheme. Medicash (healthcare) programme. Employee assistance programme. Lifetime financial wellbeing. Please note, due to the safety critical nature of our business, we carry out drug and alcohol testing, both pre-employment and throughout employment. We have a zero-tolerance approach. How to apply Please ensure you attach an up-to-date CV to your online application.
31/03/2026
Full time
ASD Ltd is one of the leading metal stockholders and processing suppliers in the UK. We are renowned for supplying a diverse range of ferrous and non-ferrous products. Our extensive in-house processing portfolio in combination with our expertise enables us to deliver cost efficient metal solutions and high-quality steel products. We are passionate about sustainability and aim to transform our industry by playing an active role in building a sustainable future for our employees, customers, community and future generations. Role Overview We are currently looking for a Business Development Manager to work from our offices in Leeds or Blackburn. The main purpose of this role is to: Drive ASD's efforts to penetrate and develop specific sectors (such as Energy / Rail / Marine) and targeted companies providing both revenue and market share growth. Proactively undertake external customer / prospect visits to support the Business Development function. Organise / co-ordinate and manage the development of ASD's value proposition incorporating product development / supply chain and value-added services to all sector's. Key Responsibilities Perform proactive calling on agreed sectors, project pipelines and business opportunities. Provide quotation / tender support including supplier sourcing where applicable. Be responsible for quality and upkeep of customer database / records / reports in CRM system Support ASD's position within nominated sectors (such as Energy / Rail / Marine), enhancing our current sales and gross margin. Identify products and service opportunities, related to the target sector's, which ASD could introduce to enhance our market position and profitability. Manage transactional activities such as SAP order raising. Undertake external customer / prospect visits. Candidate Profile Proven track record within commercial and / or product development. Experience of working as part of a high performing team. Strongly developed IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook. Experience within steel, metals, manufacturing, construction or industrial sectors. Strong commercial awareness and results-driven mindset. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. High level of organisation and attention to detail. Confident using CRM and ERP (ideally SAP) systems and Microsoft Office applications. A full UK driving license. A stable career history. What we offer As well as a competitive salary and company car (after probationary period) or car allowance we also offer an attractive benefits package which includes: Life assurance. Contributory pension (5% contribution matched by the company). Discount cards for shops and restaurants. Gym and health club discounts. Holiday trading. Cycle to work scheme. Medicash (healthcare) programme. Employee assistance programme. Lifetime financial wellbeing. Please note, due to the safety critical nature of our business, we carry out drug and alcohol testing, both pre-employment and throughout employment. We have a zero-tolerance approach. How to apply Please ensure you attach an up-to-date CV to your online application.
We are seeking a hands-on Indirect Buyer to support procurement activities across the UK. This role is ideal for someone with around 5 years of experience who is confident managing day-to-day sourcing activities, supplier relationships, and purchasing processes. You will play a key role in executing sourcing strategies , managing suppliers, and delivering cost efficiencies, while working closely with internal stakeholders and the wider European procurement tea ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead tactical buying for Indirect Sourcing in UK. The person will work closely with the European Commodity Managers and various internal stakeholders in UK to gain consensus by aligning the global strategies through regional implementations. Create and implement strategic plans which deliver >5% annual improvement on assigned spend. Reponsible for implementing Indirect Sourcing strategies for UK and ensuring a timely and accurate execution of tactical tasks (PO management, supplier management, reporting etc). Executes regional projects in close alignment with the internal stakeholders and European Commodity Managers. Supports the Commodity Managers by investigating newest market trends and integrates feedback from internal stakeholders in strategies (voice of internal customer). Ensure continuous improvement in total cost of ownership in accordance with business objectives. Lead optimization projects such as process improvements and supplier rationalization / optimization. Ensure that the business objectives of Wabtec Groups and Operating Units are met by taken the corporate policy (including ethical standards) into account. Perform other related duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS: 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. EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Engineering, Labor studies, Science, or related field. Master's in Business Administration a plus. WORK EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL SKILLS Minimum 5 years' experience in sourcing or procurement. Have expertise in Indirect Sourcing with a focus on UK: critical cost components, pricing models, KPI's and SLA's, negotiations factors, engagement strategies. Experience and knowledge of Sourcing in these regions required. Experience in supplier relationship management, KPI and performance management. Demonstrated ability to conduct supplier evaluation, selection, negotiation, contracting and implementation. Strong analytical skills (financial, spend, supply market, etc.) Cost and service analysis and recommendations. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment. History of managing multiple objectives and finding creative solutions to complex problems Strong communication skills Demonstrated ability to gain consensus through collaboration Proficient with ERP systems and eSourcing tools (Coupa, HICX, Microsoft BI) Familiar with financial reporting, manufacturing cost systems and lean tools. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
30/03/2026
Contractor
We are seeking a hands-on Indirect Buyer to support procurement activities across the UK. This role is ideal for someone with around 5 years of experience who is confident managing day-to-day sourcing activities, supplier relationships, and purchasing processes. You will play a key role in executing sourcing strategies , managing suppliers, and delivering cost efficiencies, while working closely with internal stakeholders and the wider European procurement tea ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead tactical buying for Indirect Sourcing in UK. The person will work closely with the European Commodity Managers and various internal stakeholders in UK to gain consensus by aligning the global strategies through regional implementations. Create and implement strategic plans which deliver >5% annual improvement on assigned spend. Reponsible for implementing Indirect Sourcing strategies for UK and ensuring a timely and accurate execution of tactical tasks (PO management, supplier management, reporting etc). Executes regional projects in close alignment with the internal stakeholders and European Commodity Managers. Supports the Commodity Managers by investigating newest market trends and integrates feedback from internal stakeholders in strategies (voice of internal customer). Ensure continuous improvement in total cost of ownership in accordance with business objectives. Lead optimization projects such as process improvements and supplier rationalization / optimization. Ensure that the business objectives of Wabtec Groups and Operating Units are met by taken the corporate policy (including ethical standards) into account. Perform other related duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS: 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. EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Engineering, Labor studies, Science, or related field. Master's in Business Administration a plus. WORK EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL SKILLS Minimum 5 years' experience in sourcing or procurement. Have expertise in Indirect Sourcing with a focus on UK: critical cost components, pricing models, KPI's and SLA's, negotiations factors, engagement strategies. Experience and knowledge of Sourcing in these regions required. Experience in supplier relationship management, KPI and performance management. Demonstrated ability to conduct supplier evaluation, selection, negotiation, contracting and implementation. Strong analytical skills (financial, spend, supply market, etc.) Cost and service analysis and recommendations. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment. History of managing multiple objectives and finding creative solutions to complex problems Strong communication skills Demonstrated ability to gain consensus through collaboration Proficient with ERP systems and eSourcing tools (Coupa, HICX, Microsoft BI) Familiar with financial reporting, manufacturing cost systems and lean tools. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role is part of our Public Safety Solutions Business Unit. The Information Security Manager is accountable for the organisation's information security strategy, governance, and compliance, ensuring the protection of systems and data that support UK public sector and emergency service operations. The role is critical in ensuring that services remain secure, resilient, and available, recognising the operational importance and potential impact on frontline emergency response. Key Responsibilities: Security Leadership & Assurance Own and be accountable for the organisation's overall security posture, ensuring alignment with business objectives and public sector expectations. Lead the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the ISMS in line with ISO/IEC 27001. Maintain Cyber Essentials Plus certification, ensuring ongoing compliance with technical controls. Develop and maintain the Security Management Plan, with a focus on resilience, availability, and service continuity. Provide regular assurance reporting to senior leadership and stakeholders. Risk Management & Compliance Own and maintain the Security Risk Register, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, and managed in line with organisational risk appetite. Conduct and support risk assessments, internal audits, and external certification activities. Ensure compliance with relevant UK regulatory and security requirements, including GDPR and guidance from the National Cyber Security Centre. Work with internal teams and suppliers to implement proportionate and effective security controls. Security Operations & Incident Management Act as the primary point of contact for security incidents, leading or coordinating response activities. Take a hands-on role in incident investigation, root cause analysis, and remediation. Ensure that incident response processes are aligned to the operational needs of emergency service environments, including timely escalation and communication. Oversee vulnerability management, security testing, and remediation activities, engaging third parties where required (e.g., CHECK providers). Service Resilience & Operational Security Ensure security is embedded in the design and operation of services supporting emergency response. Work closely with operational and technical teams to maintain high levels of system availability and resilience. Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning, testing, and continuous improvement. Security Awareness & Culture Develop and deliver targeted security awareness and training programmes. Promote a strong security culture, ensuring all staff understand their responsibilities in protecting critical services. Stakeholder Engagement Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, operational teams, and external stakeholders. Support engagement with public sector customers, providing assurance on security controls and practices. Collaborate with suppliers and partners to ensure security requirements are met across the supply chain. Qualifications & Skills: Proven experience in an information security role within a UK-based organisation, ideally supporting public sector or critical services. Practical experience with security monitoring and incident response tooling (SIEM/XDR) Strong working knowledge of ISO/IEC 27001 and experience maintaining an ISMS. Practical experience with Cyber Essentials / Cyber Essentials Plus certification. Experience managing security risks, incidents, audits, and compliance activities in operational environments. Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on delivery in a small organisation. Strong understanding of service resilience, availability, and risk in mission-critical systems. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders. By submitting an application to Saab UK, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
27/03/2026
Full time
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role is part of our Public Safety Solutions Business Unit. The Information Security Manager is accountable for the organisation's information security strategy, governance, and compliance, ensuring the protection of systems and data that support UK public sector and emergency service operations. The role is critical in ensuring that services remain secure, resilient, and available, recognising the operational importance and potential impact on frontline emergency response. Key Responsibilities: Security Leadership & Assurance Own and be accountable for the organisation's overall security posture, ensuring alignment with business objectives and public sector expectations. Lead the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the ISMS in line with ISO/IEC 27001. Maintain Cyber Essentials Plus certification, ensuring ongoing compliance with technical controls. Develop and maintain the Security Management Plan, with a focus on resilience, availability, and service continuity. Provide regular assurance reporting to senior leadership and stakeholders. Risk Management & Compliance Own and maintain the Security Risk Register, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, and managed in line with organisational risk appetite. Conduct and support risk assessments, internal audits, and external certification activities. Ensure compliance with relevant UK regulatory and security requirements, including GDPR and guidance from the National Cyber Security Centre. Work with internal teams and suppliers to implement proportionate and effective security controls. Security Operations & Incident Management Act as the primary point of contact for security incidents, leading or coordinating response activities. Take a hands-on role in incident investigation, root cause analysis, and remediation. Ensure that incident response processes are aligned to the operational needs of emergency service environments, including timely escalation and communication. Oversee vulnerability management, security testing, and remediation activities, engaging third parties where required (e.g., CHECK providers). Service Resilience & Operational Security Ensure security is embedded in the design and operation of services supporting emergency response. Work closely with operational and technical teams to maintain high levels of system availability and resilience. Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning, testing, and continuous improvement. Security Awareness & Culture Develop and deliver targeted security awareness and training programmes. Promote a strong security culture, ensuring all staff understand their responsibilities in protecting critical services. Stakeholder Engagement Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, operational teams, and external stakeholders. Support engagement with public sector customers, providing assurance on security controls and practices. Collaborate with suppliers and partners to ensure security requirements are met across the supply chain. Qualifications & Skills: Proven experience in an information security role within a UK-based organisation, ideally supporting public sector or critical services. Practical experience with security monitoring and incident response tooling (SIEM/XDR) Strong working knowledge of ISO/IEC 27001 and experience maintaining an ISMS. Practical experience with Cyber Essentials / Cyber Essentials Plus certification. Experience managing security risks, incidents, audits, and compliance activities in operational environments. Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on delivery in a small organisation. Strong understanding of service resilience, availability, and risk in mission-critical systems. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders. By submitting an application to Saab UK, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Technical Sales Account Manager (Technology / IT) 42,000 - 52,000 + 5%-10% Profit Commission (OTE 80,000) + Technical Training + Career Progression + 37.5 hours per week Office based, Commutable from Bristol, Avonmouth, Henleaze, Henbury, Patchway, Almondsbury, Pill, Portbury, Portishead, Clevedon, Thornbury and surrounding areas Are you a driven sales professional passionate about progressing relationships with customers looking for a highly autonomous role that will offer you industry specialist training within a well known expert electronic and software supplier, where you will further your career and boost your earnings with uncapped commission? This is a great opportunity to drive growth within this industry leading engineering expert that will offer product training and enable you to further your expertise, within a small close knit environment and an empowered environment where you will focus on calling active customer accounts. This company have 24 employees and have witness excellent growth, they are now expanding their sales team and are recruiting for a driven sales individual to propel their career and abilities. This role will suit an ambitious client development focussed person that is looking to have full control of the sales lifecycle, and take control of their earnings through commission that is directly affected by your efforts all whilst having a great work life balance and company benefits. The Role: Office based with hybrid and flexible hours 37.5 hours per week Working with Sales Executives to develop active customers within the retail supply chain, Manufacturing and Logistics customers Excellent training, Benefits and commission The Person: Driven client focussed individual Looking for a Business Development / Key Account based role Reference Number: (phone number removed) To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Harry Heal at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates
02/10/2025
Full time
Technical Sales Account Manager (Technology / IT) 42,000 - 52,000 + 5%-10% Profit Commission (OTE 80,000) + Technical Training + Career Progression + 37.5 hours per week Office based, Commutable from Bristol, Avonmouth, Henleaze, Henbury, Patchway, Almondsbury, Pill, Portbury, Portishead, Clevedon, Thornbury and surrounding areas Are you a driven sales professional passionate about progressing relationships with customers looking for a highly autonomous role that will offer you industry specialist training within a well known expert electronic and software supplier, where you will further your career and boost your earnings with uncapped commission? This is a great opportunity to drive growth within this industry leading engineering expert that will offer product training and enable you to further your expertise, within a small close knit environment and an empowered environment where you will focus on calling active customer accounts. This company have 24 employees and have witness excellent growth, they are now expanding their sales team and are recruiting for a driven sales individual to propel their career and abilities. This role will suit an ambitious client development focussed person that is looking to have full control of the sales lifecycle, and take control of their earnings through commission that is directly affected by your efforts all whilst having a great work life balance and company benefits. The Role: Office based with hybrid and flexible hours 37.5 hours per week Working with Sales Executives to develop active customers within the retail supply chain, Manufacturing and Logistics customers Excellent training, Benefits and commission The Person: Driven client focussed individual Looking for a Business Development / Key Account based role Reference Number: (phone number removed) To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Harry Heal at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates
The Role; Technical Sales Manager/ Sales Manager / Key Account Manager Location: M 6 Corridor, Manchester, Cheshire, Staffordshire, North Midlands, Lancashire We are currently looking to recruit a Sales Manager/Commercial Sales Manager for a supplier of complex Mechatronic Assemblies and Access Controls Systems, supplying in to industries to include Rail, Industrial Equipment, Healthcare, Truck/Coach/Bus and renewable technologies with many more applications. As Sales Manager, you will be home based with a requirement to travel to customer/perspective customers sites at least 3-4 days per week, these can be in any of the locations stated above. The Sales Manager will managing extensive business relationships with customers at all levels of the supply chain, from engineering level to Managing Director, selling mechatronic systems to further drive business growth and profitability. Focusing on key growth markets, you will use your technical, commercial and sales knowledge to sell these complex products across new and existing business. The successful candidate will: Have at least 3-5 years selling experience into a variety of technical market with extensive knowledge of technical sales? Demonstrate a persuasive and professional approach to commercial sales, coupled with proven career within a Technical Sales environment. Have proven experience in developing customer sales networks, and demonstrate year on year growth. Be dynamic, tenacious and have the drive to succeed in an ever demanding sales environment. Ideally be educated to degree level in either Engineering or Business Management This is an excellent opportunity to join a global manufacturer who have an excellent reputation in their chosen market place and one that will continue develop the successful candidate for years to come! M-Tec Engineering Solutions is a leading supplier of Permanent, Interim and Project Management Recruitment Solutions to the Automotive and General Engineering sectors. Due to the overwhelming response to vacancies in this current climate, if you have not heard from us within the next two weeks you have been unsuccessful at this time.
01/10/2025
Full time
The Role; Technical Sales Manager/ Sales Manager / Key Account Manager Location: M 6 Corridor, Manchester, Cheshire, Staffordshire, North Midlands, Lancashire We are currently looking to recruit a Sales Manager/Commercial Sales Manager for a supplier of complex Mechatronic Assemblies and Access Controls Systems, supplying in to industries to include Rail, Industrial Equipment, Healthcare, Truck/Coach/Bus and renewable technologies with many more applications. As Sales Manager, you will be home based with a requirement to travel to customer/perspective customers sites at least 3-4 days per week, these can be in any of the locations stated above. The Sales Manager will managing extensive business relationships with customers at all levels of the supply chain, from engineering level to Managing Director, selling mechatronic systems to further drive business growth and profitability. Focusing on key growth markets, you will use your technical, commercial and sales knowledge to sell these complex products across new and existing business. The successful candidate will: Have at least 3-5 years selling experience into a variety of technical market with extensive knowledge of technical sales? Demonstrate a persuasive and professional approach to commercial sales, coupled with proven career within a Technical Sales environment. Have proven experience in developing customer sales networks, and demonstrate year on year growth. Be dynamic, tenacious and have the drive to succeed in an ever demanding sales environment. Ideally be educated to degree level in either Engineering or Business Management This is an excellent opportunity to join a global manufacturer who have an excellent reputation in their chosen market place and one that will continue develop the successful candidate for years to come! M-Tec Engineering Solutions is a leading supplier of Permanent, Interim and Project Management Recruitment Solutions to the Automotive and General Engineering sectors. Due to the overwhelming response to vacancies in this current climate, if you have not heard from us within the next two weeks you have been unsuccessful at this time.
Reference number: JR247585 Location: Hybrid working - home and London offices Working pattern: Full time, 37.5 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Number of roles: 1 Grade : IT5 Salary: £40,000 - £48,000 per annum We are looking for a IT Contracts Manager to join our team. Role summary The IT Contracts Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle management of IT contracts, ensuring all agreements align with business objectives, regulatory obligations, and risk appetite. The role also provides critical support in reviewing IT, data protection, and information security terms within client-facing contracts. By serving as a central liaison between internal teams, external suppliers, and B2B clients, the role plays a key part in ensuring contractual clarity, mitigating risks, and enabling the organisation's digital and data-driven objectives. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who may be currently working as a IT Contracts Manager, IT Supplier Manager or an IT Procurement Manager, who is looking to expand their skills and build their career with an industry leader. What you'll bring to the role This role will suit anyone that has a passion for providing excellent service and enjoys communicating with colleagues and suppliers at all levels. You possess a procurement / supply chain management background with depth in lifecycle management, planning, organising, some technical and data privacy knowledge would be advantageous. As a confident organiser we expect you to have clear direction, focus and a can-do attitude and a habit of delivering on time Key Skills & Experience Proven experience in IT contract management, procurement, or a related commercial legal function. Solid understanding of IT systems, cloud services, software licensing, and managed services. In-depth knowledge of GDPR, data processing agreements, and information security principles. Strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills. Excellent attention to detail and ability to interpret complex contractual language. Familiarity with tools such as contract management systems, eProcurement platforms, and document tracking. Desirable Qualifications Experience in the education, assessments, or regulated service sectors. Certifications in CIPS, IACCM, or relevant legal/commercial fields. Degree or diploma in Law, Business, IT, or a related field What we do Kaplan Professional is a leading provider of apprenticeships, accountancy / tax / finance & banking courses, and professional assessments. For almost 80 years, we've helped shape the development and careers of finance professionals. We are part of the Kaplan group, one of the world's largest and most diverse education and assessment providers. We operate in over 30 countries and maintain relationships and partnerships with more than 1,000 school districts, colleges and universities, professional bodies and over 10,000 businesses. Our vast breadth and scope in terms of both capabilities and assets sets us apart. What we believe in Our goal is for Kaplan to be a great place to work where everybody can succeed, so we truly live and breathe our values: act with integrity, grow knowledge, empower & support, create opportunity, drive results together. Kaplan is a global organisation whose mission is rooted in providing equal access to education and opportunities for advancement to people of all backgrounds. We believe diversity, equity and inclusion - of culture, experiences, perspectives - are paramount to creating success and opportunity in an ever-changing world. As an educator, partner and employer, Kaplan is committed to promoting an equitable world in which diverse talent can develop, advance and thrive. Our Values We live, breathe and celebrate our values - they drive what we believe in, how we behave and guide us in creating a culture of success. • Act with integrity • Empower and support • Create opportunity • Grow knowledge • Drive results together What we offer As well as a competitive salary, transparent pay structures, hybrid/home working where possible, and paths for career progression, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: • 28 days annual leave + option to purchase more • Season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme • Big discounts on Kaplan courses for you and your family • Private medical, income protection, and life insurance • 24/7 confidential helpline providing counselling and other support services • Company pension contributions • Maternity, Adoption, Shared Parental and Paternity/Partner pay which is well above statutory levels How to apply To apply for this role please submit a CV along with a Cover Letter detailing how you meet the requirements of the role no later than Tuesday 7th October 2025. Note, we recommend that you apply at the earliest as we reserve the right to close the role before the closing date if we have gathered a suitable shortlist.
01/10/2025
Full time
Reference number: JR247585 Location: Hybrid working - home and London offices Working pattern: Full time, 37.5 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Number of roles: 1 Grade : IT5 Salary: £40,000 - £48,000 per annum We are looking for a IT Contracts Manager to join our team. Role summary The IT Contracts Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle management of IT contracts, ensuring all agreements align with business objectives, regulatory obligations, and risk appetite. The role also provides critical support in reviewing IT, data protection, and information security terms within client-facing contracts. By serving as a central liaison between internal teams, external suppliers, and B2B clients, the role plays a key part in ensuring contractual clarity, mitigating risks, and enabling the organisation's digital and data-driven objectives. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who may be currently working as a IT Contracts Manager, IT Supplier Manager or an IT Procurement Manager, who is looking to expand their skills and build their career with an industry leader. What you'll bring to the role This role will suit anyone that has a passion for providing excellent service and enjoys communicating with colleagues and suppliers at all levels. You possess a procurement / supply chain management background with depth in lifecycle management, planning, organising, some technical and data privacy knowledge would be advantageous. As a confident organiser we expect you to have clear direction, focus and a can-do attitude and a habit of delivering on time Key Skills & Experience Proven experience in IT contract management, procurement, or a related commercial legal function. Solid understanding of IT systems, cloud services, software licensing, and managed services. In-depth knowledge of GDPR, data processing agreements, and information security principles. Strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills. Excellent attention to detail and ability to interpret complex contractual language. Familiarity with tools such as contract management systems, eProcurement platforms, and document tracking. Desirable Qualifications Experience in the education, assessments, or regulated service sectors. Certifications in CIPS, IACCM, or relevant legal/commercial fields. Degree or diploma in Law, Business, IT, or a related field What we do Kaplan Professional is a leading provider of apprenticeships, accountancy / tax / finance & banking courses, and professional assessments. For almost 80 years, we've helped shape the development and careers of finance professionals. We are part of the Kaplan group, one of the world's largest and most diverse education and assessment providers. We operate in over 30 countries and maintain relationships and partnerships with more than 1,000 school districts, colleges and universities, professional bodies and over 10,000 businesses. Our vast breadth and scope in terms of both capabilities and assets sets us apart. What we believe in Our goal is for Kaplan to be a great place to work where everybody can succeed, so we truly live and breathe our values: act with integrity, grow knowledge, empower & support, create opportunity, drive results together. Kaplan is a global organisation whose mission is rooted in providing equal access to education and opportunities for advancement to people of all backgrounds. We believe diversity, equity and inclusion - of culture, experiences, perspectives - are paramount to creating success and opportunity in an ever-changing world. As an educator, partner and employer, Kaplan is committed to promoting an equitable world in which diverse talent can develop, advance and thrive. Our Values We live, breathe and celebrate our values - they drive what we believe in, how we behave and guide us in creating a culture of success. • Act with integrity • Empower and support • Create opportunity • Grow knowledge • Drive results together What we offer As well as a competitive salary, transparent pay structures, hybrid/home working where possible, and paths for career progression, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: • 28 days annual leave + option to purchase more • Season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme • Big discounts on Kaplan courses for you and your family • Private medical, income protection, and life insurance • 24/7 confidential helpline providing counselling and other support services • Company pension contributions • Maternity, Adoption, Shared Parental and Paternity/Partner pay which is well above statutory levels How to apply To apply for this role please submit a CV along with a Cover Letter detailing how you meet the requirements of the role no later than Tuesday 7th October 2025. Note, we recommend that you apply at the earliest as we reserve the right to close the role before the closing date if we have gathered a suitable shortlist.
Founded in 2003 by Dong Hyun Kim, his mission was simple, to makefresh and flavoursome sushi and bento available to everyone. Almost 20 years later Wasabi have 41 successful branches across London, other UK major cities and New York.
The journey continued in 2019 with the launch of Wasabi Home Bento exclusively into Sainsburys. After several years of great success there, the grocery business expanded launching into Tesco in September 2022. Wasabi has now firmly established itself as the No2 chilled ready meal brand and a driver of significant market growth. And we’re just getting started. The leadership team have set out their 5 year strategy which encompasses company growth, franchise and international expansion.
Our menu is renowned for its distinctiveness, freshness and flavour. The cold food range of sushi, pokes and salads are made fresh daily in our branch kitchens and our hot bento, noodle bowls and soups offer an indulgent and comforting alternative to our broad and democratic demographic.
As we prepare for out next phase of growth and innovation, we have an incredibly exciting opportunity for an IT Infrastructure and Services Manager to join our IT Team based in Park Royal.
The Role
In this role you will lead the IT infrastructure strategy and IT service provision across all Wasabi sites, including restaurants, manufacturing and offices, ensuring system stability and optimisation.
You head up a team providing internal IT Support and take ownership of the Helpdesk function and key infrastructure improvement programs.
You will be accountable for keeping Wasabi’s IT solutions (including enterprise solution, employee IT equipment, network, communications and business applications) secure, functional and appropriate to their business use.
You will work with external suppliers to find hardware & software solutions, providing options and business cases to the IT Director and Leadership team as required.
You will also be required to drive the performance of those suppliers.
This is a key role that offers significant input into the IT strategy and overall Wasabi development plans and will be frequently called upon to advise and deliver those plans as the business and IT Team grows.
You must be able to clearly articulate and recommend courses of action that will materially impact the success of the company.
You must have excellent knowledge of IT infrastructure, service management, enterprise solutions as well as great communication skills.
You will work with the organization’s leadership and IT professionals throughout IT programs and projects.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, recommend and implement IT infrastructure solutions to the Wasabi Leadership Team
Inform stakeholders about any issues with the current and proposed technical solutions
Provide updates to stakeholders on improvements progress, costs and budgets
Have significant input into business change, implementation, and expansion plans
Managing key suppliers providing services to the IT infrastructure
Periodically meet with business areas to determine future IT infrastructure requirements
Technical lead in IT infrastructure projects and programs
Providing specialist advice, management and delivery where required
Continually research current and emerging technologies, propose value add improvements
Proposing how IT can support growth plans and correct business problems
Ensure Wasabi IT incorporates appropriate security standards in all IT infrastructure
Day to day support and resolution of all IT technical infrastructure issues
Proposing solutions and growth plans for the IT infrastructure with associated costs to support the ongoing and future business needs
Producing periodic SLA performance statistics for the IT infrastructure systems and support team
Work with the IT Director on various aspects of IT Management, including:
Cost control & budget management
Supplier selection and performance
Product (hardware and software) selection & cost
Monthly financial reviews of the IT P&L
Managing of IT Support team
Day-to-day Ensuring a high level of IT service to the business
Identifying the need, proposing and organising training where necessary
Proactively liaise with peers from all other business areas on IT infrastructure and or any other relevant business-related project requires input from the IT Infrastructure Manager
Provide guidance and feedback across Wasabi and the IT team
Provide supervision and guidance to IT team
Work with the IT Director and IT Management Team on:
IT strategy
Recruitment and team performance management
IT trends and new technology awareness
Software supplier selection
Our Requirements
Extensive experience in IT Service Management / Infrastructure Support in a multi-site environment – ideally in retail, hospitality or leisure
Excellent technical and hands-on experience
Excellent EPOS solutions & support management (hardware & software)
Experience of:
o Leading an IT Support function
o IT Solutions across a variety of sites and functions
o Working in a fast-paced entrepreneurial business
o Working in cross functional groups/projects to deliver business related projects
o Leading IT Improvement Programs
Problem solving skills
Customer focused
Excellent oral & written presentation skills
Experience of:
Leading an IT Support function
IT Solutions across a variety of sites and functions
Working in a fast-paced entrepreneurial business
Working in cross functional groups/projects to deliver business related projects
Leading IT Improvement Programs
Problem solving skills
Customer focused
Excellent oral & written presentation skills
Beneficial Experience
Bachelor’s degree in information technology or computer science
Hands-on experience gained a retail hospitality environment
Other Beneficial Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in information technology or computer science
Understanding of coding languages
Experience with providers for:
ERP (especially MS Dynamics)
ePOS (especially LS Retail)
Reporting, Business Intelligence solutions (Especially Jet Enterprise & PowerBI)
Multi-channel solutions
Warehousing, Purchasing, Distribution (Supply chain)
Inventory management and costing
Food production
Finance operations
Branch operations
In Return We Provide:
A great working environment
Pension scheme
Target Bonus
Refer A Friend Scheme
Free Sushi or hot food (vegan options available)
50% discount in our Branches
Employee Assistant Programme
Hybrid working model
Long Service Awards
Life Assurance
Free on-site parking
A variety of discounts (shopping, food & drink, entertainment and health & fitness) through Perkbox
The opportunity to develop your skills within a growing company
Our people make us who we are. If you're looking for an exciting challenge and this sounds like the job for you, please apply today as we can't wait to hear from you.
COME ROLL WITH US
01/06/2025
Founded in 2003 by Dong Hyun Kim, his mission was simple, to makefresh and flavoursome sushi and bento available to everyone. Almost 20 years later Wasabi have 41 successful branches across London, other UK major cities and New York.
The journey continued in 2019 with the launch of Wasabi Home Bento exclusively into Sainsburys. After several years of great success there, the grocery business expanded launching into Tesco in September 2022. Wasabi has now firmly established itself as the No2 chilled ready meal brand and a driver of significant market growth. And we’re just getting started. The leadership team have set out their 5 year strategy which encompasses company growth, franchise and international expansion.
Our menu is renowned for its distinctiveness, freshness and flavour. The cold food range of sushi, pokes and salads are made fresh daily in our branch kitchens and our hot bento, noodle bowls and soups offer an indulgent and comforting alternative to our broad and democratic demographic.
As we prepare for out next phase of growth and innovation, we have an incredibly exciting opportunity for an IT Infrastructure and Services Manager to join our IT Team based in Park Royal.
The Role
In this role you will lead the IT infrastructure strategy and IT service provision across all Wasabi sites, including restaurants, manufacturing and offices, ensuring system stability and optimisation.
You head up a team providing internal IT Support and take ownership of the Helpdesk function and key infrastructure improvement programs.
You will be accountable for keeping Wasabi’s IT solutions (including enterprise solution, employee IT equipment, network, communications and business applications) secure, functional and appropriate to their business use.
You will work with external suppliers to find hardware & software solutions, providing options and business cases to the IT Director and Leadership team as required.
You will also be required to drive the performance of those suppliers.
This is a key role that offers significant input into the IT strategy and overall Wasabi development plans and will be frequently called upon to advise and deliver those plans as the business and IT Team grows.
You must be able to clearly articulate and recommend courses of action that will materially impact the success of the company.
You must have excellent knowledge of IT infrastructure, service management, enterprise solutions as well as great communication skills.
You will work with the organization’s leadership and IT professionals throughout IT programs and projects.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, recommend and implement IT infrastructure solutions to the Wasabi Leadership Team
Inform stakeholders about any issues with the current and proposed technical solutions
Provide updates to stakeholders on improvements progress, costs and budgets
Have significant input into business change, implementation, and expansion plans
Managing key suppliers providing services to the IT infrastructure
Periodically meet with business areas to determine future IT infrastructure requirements
Technical lead in IT infrastructure projects and programs
Providing specialist advice, management and delivery where required
Continually research current and emerging technologies, propose value add improvements
Proposing how IT can support growth plans and correct business problems
Ensure Wasabi IT incorporates appropriate security standards in all IT infrastructure
Day to day support and resolution of all IT technical infrastructure issues
Proposing solutions and growth plans for the IT infrastructure with associated costs to support the ongoing and future business needs
Producing periodic SLA performance statistics for the IT infrastructure systems and support team
Work with the IT Director on various aspects of IT Management, including:
Cost control & budget management
Supplier selection and performance
Product (hardware and software) selection & cost
Monthly financial reviews of the IT P&L
Managing of IT Support team
Day-to-day Ensuring a high level of IT service to the business
Identifying the need, proposing and organising training where necessary
Proactively liaise with peers from all other business areas on IT infrastructure and or any other relevant business-related project requires input from the IT Infrastructure Manager
Provide guidance and feedback across Wasabi and the IT team
Provide supervision and guidance to IT team
Work with the IT Director and IT Management Team on:
IT strategy
Recruitment and team performance management
IT trends and new technology awareness
Software supplier selection
Our Requirements
Extensive experience in IT Service Management / Infrastructure Support in a multi-site environment – ideally in retail, hospitality or leisure
Excellent technical and hands-on experience
Excellent EPOS solutions & support management (hardware & software)
Experience of:
o Leading an IT Support function
o IT Solutions across a variety of sites and functions
o Working in a fast-paced entrepreneurial business
o Working in cross functional groups/projects to deliver business related projects
o Leading IT Improvement Programs
Problem solving skills
Customer focused
Excellent oral & written presentation skills
Experience of:
Leading an IT Support function
IT Solutions across a variety of sites and functions
Working in a fast-paced entrepreneurial business
Working in cross functional groups/projects to deliver business related projects
Leading IT Improvement Programs
Problem solving skills
Customer focused
Excellent oral & written presentation skills
Beneficial Experience
Bachelor’s degree in information technology or computer science
Hands-on experience gained a retail hospitality environment
Other Beneficial Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in information technology or computer science
Understanding of coding languages
Experience with providers for:
ERP (especially MS Dynamics)
ePOS (especially LS Retail)
Reporting, Business Intelligence solutions (Especially Jet Enterprise & PowerBI)
Multi-channel solutions
Warehousing, Purchasing, Distribution (Supply chain)
Inventory management and costing
Food production
Finance operations
Branch operations
In Return We Provide:
A great working environment
Pension scheme
Target Bonus
Refer A Friend Scheme
Free Sushi or hot food (vegan options available)
50% discount in our Branches
Employee Assistant Programme
Hybrid working model
Long Service Awards
Life Assurance
Free on-site parking
A variety of discounts (shopping, food & drink, entertainment and health & fitness) through Perkbox
The opportunity to develop your skills within a growing company
Our people make us who we are. If you're looking for an exciting challenge and this sounds like the job for you, please apply today as we can't wait to hear from you.
COME ROLL WITH US
Are you passionate about outstanding service delivery? Are looking to open a door into the world of Procurement with a substantial ladder for progression? Representing NHS SBS as a Catalogue Management Partner, you will provide front line service management of our clients eCommerce catalogues across a variety of systems. Reporting directly to the Transactional Procurement Systems Manager, operating within a key function to manage Supplier catalogues on behalf of SBS clients, you will be collaborating closely with a wide range of internal and external partners to supporting the smooth management of the end to end Purchase to pay process. If you love being analytical and have a desire to work with partners to deliver the right outcome first time, this is the role for you! What you will doing: Working with existing clients and their supply chain to lead on the accuracy of catalogues held within the catalogue management system on an ad hoc basis. Undertaking quarterly reviews of client catalogues to ensure accuracy, regulate usage and suggest ways of optimising catalogues for our client base. Removing barriers to new order placement with supplier and internal teams to deliver Catalogue Management solutions to clients. Collaborating with wider teams to ensure that all customer requirements are delivered to a high standard. Pro-actively engaging with Finance and Accounting colleagues to support prevention of issues, and engage with process improvement activities across the P2P process. Actively managing and reporting on own workload to ensure delivery of customer requirements. Handling client and supplier queries, including call handling, to resolve issues quickly and accurately. What you will bring: Experience of using P2P / eCommerce systems in a large scale environment. A proven track record to deliver quickly and accurately to customers across a high volume of requests. A high level of organisational skills, effective time-management and a proactive approach to delivery. Ability to use knowledge, judgement, and technical skills to quickly and competently manage incoming queries. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work with collaborators at a variety of levels. Ability to analyse data to target opportunities to optimise catalogues for key partners It would be great if you had: Procurement experience Sector experience (NHS/Public Sector) Knowledge and experience of P2P / eProcurement systems (ideally Oracle / GHX Nexus / Powergate). If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Location: Anywhere Security Clearance Level: BPSS Internal Recruiter: Daniel Salary: up to £20,457 per annum (depending upon experience and development needs) Benefits: 25 days annual leave with the choice to buy additional days, life assurance, pension, and generous flexible benefits fund Although this role is advertised as full-time, we support many ways of working and can offer a range of flexible working arrangements. So, if you're interested and need to work flexibly, we encourage you to apply and talk to us about what might be possible. Loved reading about this job and want to know more about us? NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS) was created by the Department of Health and Social Care to deliver corporate services to the NHS. A unique joint venture with Sopra Steria, a European leader in digital services and software development, we make life easier for NHS employees, patients, and suppliers, and deliver value for money to the taxpayer. Proud members of the NHS family, we provide finance & accounting, digital, procurement and workforce services to more than half the NHS in England, and our solutions are underpinned by cutting-edge technologies and our teams' expertise, in-depth understanding of the NHS, and commitment to service excellence. We share common values and unity of purpose with the rest of the NHS family, are committed to being a force for good, and are dedicated and empowered to act responsibly and sustainably at organisational, team and individual level. Would you like to join us on our journey? We embrace difference as a source of creativity, innovation and competitive advantage and are striving to become a more diverse organisation. We welcome applications from people with a diverse variety of backgrounds and identities. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. We have partnered with Vercida , the UK's largest diversity and inclusion focused careers site, where all our vacancies are available in an accessible format. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, to enable you to perform to the best of your ability, please let us know when completing your application. We participate in the Disability Confident scheme and are committed to offering an interview to any candidate with a disability, who meets the minimum criteria for the role. If you believe this could apply to you, please let us know when completing your application.
24/09/2022
Full time
Are you passionate about outstanding service delivery? Are looking to open a door into the world of Procurement with a substantial ladder for progression? Representing NHS SBS as a Catalogue Management Partner, you will provide front line service management of our clients eCommerce catalogues across a variety of systems. Reporting directly to the Transactional Procurement Systems Manager, operating within a key function to manage Supplier catalogues on behalf of SBS clients, you will be collaborating closely with a wide range of internal and external partners to supporting the smooth management of the end to end Purchase to pay process. If you love being analytical and have a desire to work with partners to deliver the right outcome first time, this is the role for you! What you will doing: Working with existing clients and their supply chain to lead on the accuracy of catalogues held within the catalogue management system on an ad hoc basis. Undertaking quarterly reviews of client catalogues to ensure accuracy, regulate usage and suggest ways of optimising catalogues for our client base. Removing barriers to new order placement with supplier and internal teams to deliver Catalogue Management solutions to clients. Collaborating with wider teams to ensure that all customer requirements are delivered to a high standard. Pro-actively engaging with Finance and Accounting colleagues to support prevention of issues, and engage with process improvement activities across the P2P process. Actively managing and reporting on own workload to ensure delivery of customer requirements. Handling client and supplier queries, including call handling, to resolve issues quickly and accurately. What you will bring: Experience of using P2P / eCommerce systems in a large scale environment. A proven track record to deliver quickly and accurately to customers across a high volume of requests. A high level of organisational skills, effective time-management and a proactive approach to delivery. Ability to use knowledge, judgement, and technical skills to quickly and competently manage incoming queries. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work with collaborators at a variety of levels. Ability to analyse data to target opportunities to optimise catalogues for key partners It would be great if you had: Procurement experience Sector experience (NHS/Public Sector) Knowledge and experience of P2P / eProcurement systems (ideally Oracle / GHX Nexus / Powergate). If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Location: Anywhere Security Clearance Level: BPSS Internal Recruiter: Daniel Salary: up to £20,457 per annum (depending upon experience and development needs) Benefits: 25 days annual leave with the choice to buy additional days, life assurance, pension, and generous flexible benefits fund Although this role is advertised as full-time, we support many ways of working and can offer a range of flexible working arrangements. So, if you're interested and need to work flexibly, we encourage you to apply and talk to us about what might be possible. Loved reading about this job and want to know more about us? NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS) was created by the Department of Health and Social Care to deliver corporate services to the NHS. A unique joint venture with Sopra Steria, a European leader in digital services and software development, we make life easier for NHS employees, patients, and suppliers, and deliver value for money to the taxpayer. Proud members of the NHS family, we provide finance & accounting, digital, procurement and workforce services to more than half the NHS in England, and our solutions are underpinned by cutting-edge technologies and our teams' expertise, in-depth understanding of the NHS, and commitment to service excellence. We share common values and unity of purpose with the rest of the NHS family, are committed to being a force for good, and are dedicated and empowered to act responsibly and sustainably at organisational, team and individual level. Would you like to join us on our journey? We embrace difference as a source of creativity, innovation and competitive advantage and are striving to become a more diverse organisation. We welcome applications from people with a diverse variety of backgrounds and identities. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. We have partnered with Vercida , the UK's largest diversity and inclusion focused careers site, where all our vacancies are available in an accessible format. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, to enable you to perform to the best of your ability, please let us know when completing your application. We participate in the Disability Confident scheme and are committed to offering an interview to any candidate with a disability, who meets the minimum criteria for the role. If you believe this could apply to you, please let us know when completing your application.
Role: Procurement Category Manager, IT Location: London Career level: 7 Salary: Excellent salary and benefits package (dependent on experience) Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge. We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too. "Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO As a team: Business Process Servicesprofessionals work on projects across a range of business processes, business applications and information technology. They may provide technology services, such as application management, infrastructure management and systems integration, or they may deliver business process services, including finance and accounting, procurement and human resources. Depending on the role, Business Process Services professionals may be based at a client's office or in one of Accenture's 50 delivery centers around the world. You'll learn, grow and advance in an innovative culture thatthrives on shared success, diverse ways of thinking and enables boundaryless opportunitiesthat candrive your career in new and exciting ways If you're looking for a challenging career working in a vibrant environment with access to training and a global network of experts, this could be the role for you.As part of our global team, you'll be working with cutting-edge technologies and will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of new skills on the job. As a Category Manager you will: The Procurement Category Manager will utilize their deep Information Technology sourcing and supplier management experience to help our customers drive tangible results. In this capacity, you will work directly with an Accenture customer/s with responsibility for delivering category management services including, but not limited to, strategic sourcing, client stakeholder management, supplier performance management, and continuous cost and performance improvement. Additionally, you will develop and provide oversight for the execution of IT/Telecom sourcing strategies that support each customer's business goals while achieving optimal pricing, quality and service levels. Design and implement cost savings projects across multiple IT/Telecom sub-categories including Laptop/Desktop Hardware, Intel-level Servers, Mid-range Hardware, Storage, Telecom Hardware, Shrink Wrap Software, Application Software, Long Distance Voice-Data, and Wireless Services Engage with clients senior management team members to drive strategic initiatives and communicate progress Develop broad network of strong client stakeholder relationships, particularly in Real Estate/Facilities Management function, to facilitate delivery of services and achievement of contractual requirements (savings targets, SLAs) Conduct opportunity assessments across IT/Telecom spend subcategories to establish annual category strategies inclusive of sourcing wave plans that support overall savings target achievement Provide oversight and program management to ensure efficient delivery of a portfolio of strategic sourcing projects Work collaboratively with suppliers and customer stakeholders to identify and execute continuous cost and performance improvement strategies Identify and resolve strategic supplier performance issues to ensure customer satisfaction Measure and manage suppliers/service providers' performance relative to contracted service levels. Conduct/ leverage supply-market research to develop and share market insights with clients and within Accenture Delegate work appropriately, coach and develop team members in their performance and professional development Identify opportunities to develop repeatable processes and automate work Further advance program and senior client relationship management skills Grow IT/Telecom category knowledge to expert levels, creating growth opportunities for self, team and company Lead all associated delivery team members to achieve target results and customer satisfaction Contribute to IT/Telecom Practice value proposition through collateral development and input into tools/applications Show more Show less Qualifications We are looking for experience in the following skills: Bachelor's Degree Extensive experience in a category management, procurement, and/or supply chain function Experience of multiple IT/Telecom categories, including: Laptop/Desktop Hardware, Intel-level Servers, Mid-range Hardware, Storage, Telecom Hardware, Shrink Wrap Software, Application Software, Long Distance Voice-Data, and Wireless Services Extensive experience in a client facing role Demonstrated ability to manage the successful creation and execution of a strategy, operating budget and staffing plan to support customer and company goals Strong ability to effectively lead in a matrix organizational structure working with multiple internal clients Ability to adapt to the varied corporate cultures and organizational structures of our customers Exceptional track record of building relationships with stakeholders or customers that have resulted in high customer satisfaction Proven ability to drive transformational change Solid people development skills Excellent communication, organization/time management and problem solving skills Well-developed, solution-oriented selling skills Proven ability to build, manage and foster a team-oriented environment Set yourself apart: Bachelor's Degree in a quantitative discipline (business/finance/economics/engineering/ mathematics) or equivalent Post-Graduate degree preferred Ability to effectively lead formal strategic sourcing efforts related to IT/Telecom and services Ability to interface with customers and suppliers via strong written and verbal communications skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Formal training and/or experience in strategic sourcing Proficiency in spreadsheet software (e.g. Microsoft Excel) and presentation software (i.e. Microsoft PowerPoint What's in it for you At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 30 days' vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice! Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for. About Accenture Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We combine unmatched experience and specialized capabilities across more than 40 industries - powered by the world's largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. With 674,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture brings continuous innovation to help clients improve their performance and create lasting value across their enterprises. Visit us at Accenture is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by applicable law.
24/09/2022
Full time
Role: Procurement Category Manager, IT Location: London Career level: 7 Salary: Excellent salary and benefits package (dependent on experience) Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge. We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too. "Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO As a team: Business Process Servicesprofessionals work on projects across a range of business processes, business applications and information technology. They may provide technology services, such as application management, infrastructure management and systems integration, or they may deliver business process services, including finance and accounting, procurement and human resources. Depending on the role, Business Process Services professionals may be based at a client's office or in one of Accenture's 50 delivery centers around the world. You'll learn, grow and advance in an innovative culture thatthrives on shared success, diverse ways of thinking and enables boundaryless opportunitiesthat candrive your career in new and exciting ways If you're looking for a challenging career working in a vibrant environment with access to training and a global network of experts, this could be the role for you.As part of our global team, you'll be working with cutting-edge technologies and will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of new skills on the job. As a Category Manager you will: The Procurement Category Manager will utilize their deep Information Technology sourcing and supplier management experience to help our customers drive tangible results. In this capacity, you will work directly with an Accenture customer/s with responsibility for delivering category management services including, but not limited to, strategic sourcing, client stakeholder management, supplier performance management, and continuous cost and performance improvement. Additionally, you will develop and provide oversight for the execution of IT/Telecom sourcing strategies that support each customer's business goals while achieving optimal pricing, quality and service levels. Design and implement cost savings projects across multiple IT/Telecom sub-categories including Laptop/Desktop Hardware, Intel-level Servers, Mid-range Hardware, Storage, Telecom Hardware, Shrink Wrap Software, Application Software, Long Distance Voice-Data, and Wireless Services Engage with clients senior management team members to drive strategic initiatives and communicate progress Develop broad network of strong client stakeholder relationships, particularly in Real Estate/Facilities Management function, to facilitate delivery of services and achievement of contractual requirements (savings targets, SLAs) Conduct opportunity assessments across IT/Telecom spend subcategories to establish annual category strategies inclusive of sourcing wave plans that support overall savings target achievement Provide oversight and program management to ensure efficient delivery of a portfolio of strategic sourcing projects Work collaboratively with suppliers and customer stakeholders to identify and execute continuous cost and performance improvement strategies Identify and resolve strategic supplier performance issues to ensure customer satisfaction Measure and manage suppliers/service providers' performance relative to contracted service levels. Conduct/ leverage supply-market research to develop and share market insights with clients and within Accenture Delegate work appropriately, coach and develop team members in their performance and professional development Identify opportunities to develop repeatable processes and automate work Further advance program and senior client relationship management skills Grow IT/Telecom category knowledge to expert levels, creating growth opportunities for self, team and company Lead all associated delivery team members to achieve target results and customer satisfaction Contribute to IT/Telecom Practice value proposition through collateral development and input into tools/applications Show more Show less Qualifications We are looking for experience in the following skills: Bachelor's Degree Extensive experience in a category management, procurement, and/or supply chain function Experience of multiple IT/Telecom categories, including: Laptop/Desktop Hardware, Intel-level Servers, Mid-range Hardware, Storage, Telecom Hardware, Shrink Wrap Software, Application Software, Long Distance Voice-Data, and Wireless Services Extensive experience in a client facing role Demonstrated ability to manage the successful creation and execution of a strategy, operating budget and staffing plan to support customer and company goals Strong ability to effectively lead in a matrix organizational structure working with multiple internal clients Ability to adapt to the varied corporate cultures and organizational structures of our customers Exceptional track record of building relationships with stakeholders or customers that have resulted in high customer satisfaction Proven ability to drive transformational change Solid people development skills Excellent communication, organization/time management and problem solving skills Well-developed, solution-oriented selling skills Proven ability to build, manage and foster a team-oriented environment Set yourself apart: Bachelor's Degree in a quantitative discipline (business/finance/economics/engineering/ mathematics) or equivalent Post-Graduate degree preferred Ability to effectively lead formal strategic sourcing efforts related to IT/Telecom and services Ability to interface with customers and suppliers via strong written and verbal communications skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Formal training and/or experience in strategic sourcing Proficiency in spreadsheet software (e.g. Microsoft Excel) and presentation software (i.e. Microsoft PowerPoint What's in it for you At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 30 days' vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice! Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for. About Accenture Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We combine unmatched experience and specialized capabilities across more than 40 industries - powered by the world's largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. With 674,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture brings continuous innovation to help clients improve their performance and create lasting value across their enterprises. Visit us at Accenture is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by applicable law.
Are you an experience Cyber security professional looking for a new opportunity? The Corporate Security team is growing as Sopra Steria grows and this new role has been created in recognition of the pivotal role effective InfoSec risk management has in prioritising Cyber Security activities and the associated threat mitigations Working with the UK CISO, this is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is eager to improve Cyber security in a large matrix organisation using infosec risk management best practises in order to improve the visibility of infosec risk, identifying risk owners, helping them accurately assess their appetite for risk, resulting in pragmatic, proportionate and practical security decisions being made. We can offer great career progression opportunities, ability to be based anywhere across the UK, benefits which you can flex to meet your needs and training and development opportunities. You will be technically astute and must also be willing to generalise outside of your key responsibilities to help the small but growing team in a variety of crucial security subject areas, including incident management, personnel vetting, insider threat and policy and governance. What you'll be doing: Implement and maintain a consistently applied information security risk management framework (RMF) that helps communicate the risk position to senior stakeholders, working closely with our business Sectors to ensure its full deployment Collaborate with each business Sector to make sure that the RMF is effectively deployed to give visibility to risks and associated appetite, mitigations and mitigation efficiency Educate the business on effective information risk management and the internal and regulatory obligations they have Provide to the Sectors, the UK CISO and other stakeholders regular reporting on the risk position Integrate the activity with our overall Enterprise Risk framework, ensuring infosec risk is optimally communicated into the audit and risk committee Secondary Responsibilities: Assess performance against UK and Group policy and the Sopra Steria Delivery Rule Book Collaborate with our enterprise audit team to provide evidence of mandated activities in our ISO27001 ISMS Assist the UK CISO drive security standards and approaches throughout the businesses Sectors and Joint Ventures, as well as areas where the UK holds business responsibility Review the company's position against current and emerging guidance from the UK's National Cyber Security Centre in relation to Cyber / Information Risk Assist in the management of major security incidents Deputise for the UK CISO as and when needed Work closely with Sopra Steria colleagues in France, Norway, Singapore, India and other key locations, establishing relationships with contacts in each company entity Work with UK Communications and others to ensure the deployment of effective and measurable security culture / behavioural change of Cyber security for all UK employees Review, develop and maintain UK Security policy, guidelines and processes to ensure they accurately reflect and support efficient processes What you'll bring: Prior role in Information Security Risk management OR Supply Chain Security with a willingness to adapt to a multi-disciplined role Previous roles held in operational IT Experience with externally recognised information security risk management framework, such as COBIT, ISO27005, or the NIST RMF Experience in leading or working within an ISO27001 ISMS framework Attained one or more information security qualification and/or certifications (E.g., ISO27001 Lead Auditor) Experience working with Governmental departments, Regulatory authorities or within a regulated industry Strong collaborator and communicator at all levels It would be great if you had: Fluent in French Holding the CISSP certification Prior work in a Security Operations Centre and/or Cyber Defensive role Has led, or been closely involved in the response and mitigation efforts of at least one major cyber security incident If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Full-time Location: Hemel Hempstead (Once a week negotiable and London Once a month) Security Clearance Level: SC Internal Recruiter: Marion Salary: Up to £50,000 Benefits: £5,400 car allowance, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days, private medical, life assurance, pension, and generous flexible benefits fund Although this role is advertised as full-time, we support many ways of working and can offer a range of flexible working arrangements. So, if you're interested and need to work flexibly, we encourage you to apply and talk to us about what might be possible. Loved reading about this job and want to know more about us? We are a purpose driven digital transformation provider, creating innovative digital solutions to help clients drive their digital transformation projects and secure tangible and sustainable benefits. We harness the power of innovation to drive positive change in both business and society, delivering sustainable growth and services which make life better, from effective frontline citizen services, to digitising financial services, utilities, and delivering smarter roads. We place people at the heart of everything we do and are committed to working with our customers, partners and suppliers to shape a better world and add real and lasting social value to the communities in which we work. Together we are building a better future by delivering real and lasting value. We are just at the start of what we can achieve together. Come and join us! We embrace difference as a source of creativity, innovation and competitive advantage and are striving to become a more diverse organisation. We welcome applications from people with a diverse variety of backgrounds and identities. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. We have partnered with Vercida , the UK's largest diversity and inclusion focused careers site, where all our vacancies are available in an accessible format. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, to enable you to perform to the best of your ability, please let us know when completing your application. We participate in the Disability Confident scheme and are committed to offering an interview to any candidate with a disability, who meets the minimum criteria for the role. If you believe this could apply to you, please let us know when completing your application.
22/09/2022
Full time
Are you an experience Cyber security professional looking for a new opportunity? The Corporate Security team is growing as Sopra Steria grows and this new role has been created in recognition of the pivotal role effective InfoSec risk management has in prioritising Cyber Security activities and the associated threat mitigations Working with the UK CISO, this is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is eager to improve Cyber security in a large matrix organisation using infosec risk management best practises in order to improve the visibility of infosec risk, identifying risk owners, helping them accurately assess their appetite for risk, resulting in pragmatic, proportionate and practical security decisions being made. We can offer great career progression opportunities, ability to be based anywhere across the UK, benefits which you can flex to meet your needs and training and development opportunities. You will be technically astute and must also be willing to generalise outside of your key responsibilities to help the small but growing team in a variety of crucial security subject areas, including incident management, personnel vetting, insider threat and policy and governance. What you'll be doing: Implement and maintain a consistently applied information security risk management framework (RMF) that helps communicate the risk position to senior stakeholders, working closely with our business Sectors to ensure its full deployment Collaborate with each business Sector to make sure that the RMF is effectively deployed to give visibility to risks and associated appetite, mitigations and mitigation efficiency Educate the business on effective information risk management and the internal and regulatory obligations they have Provide to the Sectors, the UK CISO and other stakeholders regular reporting on the risk position Integrate the activity with our overall Enterprise Risk framework, ensuring infosec risk is optimally communicated into the audit and risk committee Secondary Responsibilities: Assess performance against UK and Group policy and the Sopra Steria Delivery Rule Book Collaborate with our enterprise audit team to provide evidence of mandated activities in our ISO27001 ISMS Assist the UK CISO drive security standards and approaches throughout the businesses Sectors and Joint Ventures, as well as areas where the UK holds business responsibility Review the company's position against current and emerging guidance from the UK's National Cyber Security Centre in relation to Cyber / Information Risk Assist in the management of major security incidents Deputise for the UK CISO as and when needed Work closely with Sopra Steria colleagues in France, Norway, Singapore, India and other key locations, establishing relationships with contacts in each company entity Work with UK Communications and others to ensure the deployment of effective and measurable security culture / behavioural change of Cyber security for all UK employees Review, develop and maintain UK Security policy, guidelines and processes to ensure they accurately reflect and support efficient processes What you'll bring: Prior role in Information Security Risk management OR Supply Chain Security with a willingness to adapt to a multi-disciplined role Previous roles held in operational IT Experience with externally recognised information security risk management framework, such as COBIT, ISO27005, or the NIST RMF Experience in leading or working within an ISO27001 ISMS framework Attained one or more information security qualification and/or certifications (E.g., ISO27001 Lead Auditor) Experience working with Governmental departments, Regulatory authorities or within a regulated industry Strong collaborator and communicator at all levels It would be great if you had: Fluent in French Holding the CISSP certification Prior work in a Security Operations Centre and/or Cyber Defensive role Has led, or been closely involved in the response and mitigation efforts of at least one major cyber security incident If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Full-time Location: Hemel Hempstead (Once a week negotiable and London Once a month) Security Clearance Level: SC Internal Recruiter: Marion Salary: Up to £50,000 Benefits: £5,400 car allowance, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days, private medical, life assurance, pension, and generous flexible benefits fund Although this role is advertised as full-time, we support many ways of working and can offer a range of flexible working arrangements. So, if you're interested and need to work flexibly, we encourage you to apply and talk to us about what might be possible. Loved reading about this job and want to know more about us? We are a purpose driven digital transformation provider, creating innovative digital solutions to help clients drive their digital transformation projects and secure tangible and sustainable benefits. We harness the power of innovation to drive positive change in both business and society, delivering sustainable growth and services which make life better, from effective frontline citizen services, to digitising financial services, utilities, and delivering smarter roads. We place people at the heart of everything we do and are committed to working with our customers, partners and suppliers to shape a better world and add real and lasting social value to the communities in which we work. Together we are building a better future by delivering real and lasting value. We are just at the start of what we can achieve together. Come and join us! We embrace difference as a source of creativity, innovation and competitive advantage and are striving to become a more diverse organisation. We welcome applications from people with a diverse variety of backgrounds and identities. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. We have partnered with Vercida , the UK's largest diversity and inclusion focused careers site, where all our vacancies are available in an accessible format. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, to enable you to perform to the best of your ability, please let us know when completing your application. We participate in the Disability Confident scheme and are committed to offering an interview to any candidate with a disability, who meets the minimum criteria for the role. If you believe this could apply to you, please let us know when completing your application.