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Your new company \n A public sector organisation is seeking an Interim Head of Procurement/Director of Procurement to support the function through an important period of change and improvement. Working with an established procurement team, you will focus on strengthening procurement processes, embedding best practice and supporting the delivery of key transformation initiatives. This is a 12-18-month contract based in Birmingham, with 2 days per week in the office.Your new roleAs Interim Head of Procurement, you will provide experienced leadership to the procurement function, ensuring continuity of service while driving targeted improvements across procurement and contract management activities. \n Key responsibilities will include: \n\n • Leading and supporting an established procurement team\n, • Driving procurement improvement and transformation initiatives\n, • Strengthening contract management, governance and supplier performance\n, • Ensuring compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and public sector regulations\n, • Supporting stakeholders across the organisation on procurement and commercial matters\n, • Delivering procurement activity, sourcing projects and value-for-money outcomes\n\n What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will have: \n\n • Experience operating at Head of Procurement or Senior Procurement Manager level within the public sector\n, • A track record of delivering procurement change, improvement or transformation programmes\n, • Strong knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and public sector procurement frameworks\n, • Experience of contract management, governance and supplier relationship management\n, • Strong people leadership and stakeholder engagement skills\n, • A practical, hands-on approach with the ability to deliver improvements quickly\n\n What you'll get in return \n\n • Competitive salary and benefits package\n, • 12-18-month contract with the opportunity to lead meaningful procurement improvement\n, • Hybrid working with 2 days per week in the Birmingham office\n, • Opportunity to strengthen procurement capability and governance within a well-established team\n, • Supportive working environment with scope to make a tangible impact\n\n Apply now \n If you are an experienced public sector procurement leader with a background in transformation, governance, and contract management, this is an excellent opportunity to deliver meaningful improvements and add value during a key period of change. \n Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

The Interim Senior Contracts Manager will oversee contract management processes and ensure compliance. This job is within the Corporate Contract Management team within Procurement Operations. The main functions of the Directorate are to support the organisations strategic goals by building value adding supply chains with sustainable commercial relationships. \n Client Details \n This opportunity is with a large organisation that is well is known for its focus on delivering high-quality projects and maintaining robust commercial practices. \n Description \n \n\n • Take the Lead in Supporting the delivery teams in the commercial and contract administration of NEC forms of contract\n, • Provide leadership, commercial assurance, and governance support to the relevant Directors, Heads of Department, Contract Managers, Assistant Contract Managers and Project Managers around the effective administration of corporate contracts.\n, • Coach and supervise team members and direct reports to bring about technical competence and consistency of corporate contract management across all contracts\n, • Develop and manage procedures to recognise and identify contract issues as they develop (whether formally crystallised disputes or not) and managing their resolution under the change's provisions wherever possible, obtaining claims and legal expertise as appropriate.\n, • Work with the Functional Managers and Directors to check that decisions with commercial implications receive careful consideration, that appropriate business cases are developed, and commercial reporting is fully reflective of a true commercial position\n, • Takes the lead in the drafting of change instructions on corporate contracts and the assurance of such work produced by direct reports\n, • Manage the progress of change requests through the company's governance structure\n, • Proactively support mitigation measure initiatives captured on the respective contract risk registers and ensuring compliance with contract processes\n, • Liaise with teams with respect to consultants' progress, spend and performance reporting\n, • Take the lead in the assessment of quotations and assessments by others in connection with compensation events\n, • Work to achieve value for money at each stage of the contract and Develop and manage appropriate mechanisms to monitor compliance with contract terms and conditions\n, • Maintaining a working relationship with Construction, Engineering, Procurement, Legal and Risk Management to facilitate organisational interfaces between those performing (sub)contract management\n, • Actively promote and embed Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all your work, and support and comply with all organisational initiatives, policies and procedures on EDI\n\n \n Profile \n • Ability to coordinate, develop, support and assure the work of team resources to deliver contract management tasks \n • Analytical, commercial and negotiating skills \n • Ability to lead stakeholders through contract change request processes \n • Ability to manage contract risk \n Job Offer \n\n • Competitive daily rate of 650 GBP (Umbrella)\n, • Temporary contract until March 2027\n\n If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge as an Interim Senior Contracts Manager, apply today!

Cost & Productivity Manager£50,000 - 70,000 GBPBonus, Pension, BenefitsHybrid WORKINGLocation: Leeds; Newcastle; Birmingham; Bristol; Cardiff; Reading, Manchester, North West - United Kingdom Type: PermanentCost & Productivity ManagerTechnology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT)Location: Multiple UK Locations / Hybrid WorkingSalary: £50,000 -£70,000 + Benefits PackageAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Manager to join a growing Cost & Productivity team focused on supporting Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT) clients. This is an opportunity to work with leading organisations as they address margin pressures, manage technology investments, improve operational efficiency and drive sustainable growth.Working alongside senior stakeholders, you will help clients identify and implement cost optimisation opportunities, improve productivity and deliver large-scale transformation programmes that generate measurable financial and operational benefits.What You'll Be Doing Leading cost optimisation and operational improvement engagements.Conducting financial analysis, cost baselining and scenario modelling.Developing business cases and recommending performance improvement initiatives.Identifying opportunities to reduce costs and improve productivity through benchmarking, spend analysis and value assessments.Supporting procurement and third-party spend optimisation activities.Working with stakeholders across finance, procurement, technology, operations and commercial functions.Managing project delivery, budgets, risks and client relationships.Coaching junior team members and contributing to business development activities.What We're Looking For Experience delivering cost optimisation, productivity improvement or operational transformation programmes.Strong analytical, financial modelling and problem-solving skills.Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities.Experience working in complex, fast-paced environments.Commercial awareness and the ability to build strong client relationships.Strong project management and organisational skills.Experience within Technology, Media, Telecommunications, Software or Digital sectors is advantageous.Relevant professional qualifications are desirable but not essential.Why Join?This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing team working on challenging and high-impact projects across the TMT sector. You'll benefit from exposure to senior stakeholders, varied client engagements, ongoing professional development and a flexible, collaborative working environment.Travel RequirementsThe role will involve working closely with clients and may require travel to client sites across the UK, including occasional overnight stays where necessary.If you're passionate about helping organisations improve performance, reduce costs and drive sustainable transformation, we'd love to hear from you.Reference: AMC/DMI/TMTUK#damcTPBN1_UKTJ

Your new company \n A leading organisation delivering major infrastructure and capital projects is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join its growing commercial and supply chain function. This is an excellent opportunity to influence procurement strategy, manage critical supply chain relationships, and support the successful delivery of complex projects across a diverse portfolio. With hybrid working and significant investment in procurement capability, this role offers both challenge and long-term career development. \n Your new role \n As Procurement Manager, you will lead the procurement of subcontracted services and strategic materials, supporting both live projects and pre-construction activities. Key responsibilities include: \n\n • Managing end-to-end procurement activities from sourcing strategy through to contract award and mobilisation\n, • Delivering procurement solutions that support project objectives, budgets, and programme requirements\n, • Leading supplier selection, tendering exercises, commercial evaluations, and negotiations\n, • Developing strong relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors to improve performance and reduce risk\n, • Supporting bid teams with market intelligence, procurement planning, and supply chain engagement\n, • Monitoring procurement performance, reporting commercial outcomes, and identifying value improvement opportunities\n, • Driving supplier innovation, sustainability initiatives, and continuous improvement across the supply chain\n, • Ensuring procurement activity complies with organisational governance, contractual, and commercial requirements\n, • Contributing to broader supply chain development and supplier performance programmes\n\n What you'll need to succeed \n To be successful in this role, you will have: \n\n • Proven experience within procurement, supply chain, or commercial management in a project-based environment\n, • Strong knowledge of subcontract procurement and strategic sourcing methodologies\n, • Experience working within infrastructure, engineering, construction, utilities, transport, or major projects environments\n, • Good understanding of NEC contracts and associated commercial principles is essential.\n, • Strong negotiation, supplier management, and stakeholder engagement skills\n, • Ability to manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously\n, • Commercially astute with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities\n, • Experience developing supply chain strategies and delivering value through supplier partnerships\n, • MCIPS qualification, or working towards professional procurement accreditation, would be advantageous\n\n What you'll get in return \n\n • Competitive salary, car allowance and attractive benefits package\n, • Annual performance-related bonus\n, • Hybrid working with 2-3 days per week in the West Midlands office\n, • Opportunity to contribute to nationally significant projects\n, • Strong focus on professional development and career progression\n, • Collaborative and supportive working culture\n, • Pension, healthcare, flexible benefits, and wellbeing support\n\n Apply now \n If you're a Procurement Manager, Senior Buyer, Category Manager, or Supply Chain Manager looking to progress your career within the infrastructure and major projects sector, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly regarded procurement function and make a significant commercial impact. \n Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Engineering Manager – Electrical Engineer – Manufacturing – Cannock \n \n Brooklyn Recruitment currently have an exciting role available in the Cannock area for an Engineering Manager within the electrical manufacturing sector. This role would suit someone with extensive electrical / control panel experience within a manufacturing environment as well as excellent management skills. \n \n This company have an excellent working environment with the building being light, bright and clean. You would be leading a team of 11 Engineers. \n \n The company have a total workforce of around 200 but they still have a family friendly feel to it, where everyone is known by name and you even get your birthday off! \n \n As Engineering Manager you will be: \n\n • Leading the Engineering team.\n, • Developing the engineering strategy for the company.\n, • Overseeing the design of products.\n, • Ensuring full compliance with electrical safety standards.\n, • Leading continuous improvement activities through SQCDP\n, • Optimising manufacturing processes.\n, • Allocating engineering resources.\n, • Ensuring Health and Safety measures are adhered to.\n, • Supporting the sales team with any technical information.\n, • Dealing with any quality concerns.\n, • Providing labour estimates for products.\n, • Reviewing actual build costs.\n, • Working with the procurement team.\n, • Other duties as required.\n\n \n The working hours for this Engineering Manager’s role are excellent: \n Mon – Thurs 8am – 5.15pm \n Fri 8am – 12pm \n \n In return for all of your hardwork as Engineering Manager you will be rewarded with a generous salary, a friendly working environment, death in service, 5% matched pension, health benefits, your birthday off and excellent training opportunities. \n \n To be suitable for this Engineering Manager’s role you should have a formal Electrical Engineering qualification as well as extensive management experience. \n \n Keywords: Engineering Manager, Electrical Engineer, NPI, Control panel, looms, power panels, Cannock, Production, Manufacturing, Controls, Electrical, Electrics, Burntwood, Hednesford, Heath Hayes, Lichfield, Brownhills, Pelsall, Bloxwich, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Stafford, Rugeley

Civil Senior Design Engineer - EnvironmentLocation: Solihull / Grangemouth (Scotland) / Nottingham (Annesley) / Warrington / Bristol / NormantonWhat you will be doing:As Senior Design Engineer you will be an important member of the Engineering Design Team and will be required to work with the Principal Engineer(s), Design Team, Design Manager(s) and Design Leads to deliver design to the highest quality to GT process and in compliance with the BMS and H&S Regulations. This is a technical role, engaged directly on projects, which requires competency in technical design delivery in the water and wastewater industry. The Senior Design Engineer can have line management responsibility for design engineers of the same discipline, plus non-discipline design engineers/others if required.As well as providing direction and assisting with innovations, you will be expected to contribute to the engineering governance of your discipline design activities, ensuring that design integrates with the other discipline design production activities, providing technical support to the supply chain procurement activities and supporting site activities as required. You will also be expected to support the Discipline Manager and Principal Engineer(s) for knowledge sharing and development of the discipline engineers, including mentoring and support of early careers.About You:- Educated to Degree level in Engineering or other equivalent qualification.- Demonstrable experience of working within the Municipal Water and Wastewater industries, working with a variety of clients. e.g. Severn Trent, Scottish Water, Yorkshire Water, United Utilities, Thames Water, Southern Water- Preference for Chartered Member of a recognised professional Engineering body.- Competent in a contracting / consulting environment, with commercial awareness.- Knowledge in Civil design of non-infrastructure including but not limited to buried and above ground gravity and pressurised water and wastewater systems, design of inlet works, final effluents, primary, settlement tanks and other associated tanks, chambers within WTW and WWTW.- Knowledge of current H&S legislation and British Standards and experience in applying them across designs.- Experience of working in accordance with QA and H&S procedures.- Produce/ check calculations and reports to support those designsIdeally you will have:- Understanding of hydraulics and experience in hydraulic calculations- Preferable knowledge in structural design of below and above ground water retaining structures and RC detailing but not essential- Experience of liaising with Client on technical matters to understand their needs and develop solutions to their problemsAttendance at design, progress and site meetings as requiredAwareness of NEC contractsCompetent with requirements of the companies Integrated Management System including Health & Safety, Environmental and all other appropriate regulations- Strong written and oral communication and organisational skills and to produce reports in clear concise EnglishProven ability to lead and work within a team environment with a dedicated approach to meet project deadlinesKeep up to date with industry best practice and where appropriate identify innovation/best practice for considerationCo-ordinate and liaise with suppliers, specialist sub-contractors, in-house functions and construction teamsUnderstanding in design activity schedules estimatesProficient in working with multi- disciplinary teamsSupervise and mentor less experienced or junior engineersTPBN1_UKTJ

Director of Estates \n Salary: £65-80,000 base salary \n Benefits: Flexible working hours, 35 days holiday entitlement + bank holidays + 2 weeks Christmas leave, Local Government Pension plus more \n Location: Birmingham/Black Country (Based on site) \n Are you an estates leader who can shape strategy, drive capital projects, and deliver a safe, sustainable, high-performing estate? \n This team requires a leader to bring stability, direction and lead on a handful on key projects. \n A leading higher education organisation has retained me to hire their new Director of Estates following on from a contractor I had had in place. \n This opportunity is to take ownership of its estate strategy, capital projects, operational delivery, compliance, and long-term development. \n This is a pivotal, high-impact role at the heart of the organisation’s future. \n The Role \n You will lead the entire estates function — overseeing maintenance, cleaning, caretaking, security, catering, capital development, health & safety, and sustainability. \n You will have 5 direct reports. \n Working closely with the board, you’ll set the strategic direction for the estate, manage multi-million-pound budgets, oversee tenders and contracts, and embed a culture of safety, digital innovation, and value for money across all operations. \n \n Key projects: \n\n • Look at structure of the team and evaluate strengths\n, • Review current systems and processes and make recommendations for improvement\n, • Getting SLA’s in place\n, • Improve MI reporting\n, • Disposal of £1m property\n, • Manage capital projects with value of approx. £4.5m\n, • Lead on Net Zero commitment by 2041\n\n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Lead the estates department and support the CFO with strategic planning\n, • Develop and deliver the college’s estates strategy and ensure policy compliance\n, • Manage and motivate the estates team, shaping structure, performance and development\n, • Oversee all health & safety, ensuring full statutory compliance\n, • Manage revenue and capital budgets, producing accurate financial and operational reporting\n, • Lead tendering, procurement and contract management for estates and capital projects\n, • Commission property audits, condition surveys, and space utilisation reviews\n, • Provide timely insights and advice to senior leaders and governors\n, • Support risk management, resource planning and sustainability initiatives\n, • Represent the college with external agencies and sit on the Wider Management Team\n, • Act as Duty Manager and deputise for senior leaders when required\n\n What You Bring \n\n • Experience of leading an estates team and strategy\n, • Strong senior leadership in estates, facilities, or capital projects\n, • Deep understanding of H&S, statutory compliance, and property management\n, • Excellent strategic planning, contract management, and budget control\n, • Ability to drive cultural, operational and sustainability improvements\n, • Confident communicator who can influence at all levels\n\n Why Apply? \n This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of a large, diverse estate and lead meaningful transformation — with immediate impact. \n If you can start quickly and thrive in strategic, hands-on environments… \n Apply now — interviews happening immediately.

The role of Procurement Manager in the public sector involves overseeing procurement activities and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. \n Client Details \n This opportunity is with a respected organisation in the public sector, known for managing critical infrastructure projects and services. As a large organisation, it offers a structured and professional environment to support career development within procurement and supply chain management. \n Description \n\n • Develop and manage the sourcing process from business requirement to contract signature, on behalf of key customers and stakeholders, for multi-million-pound medium cost and business risk opportunities, utilising, where relevant, commercial purpose-built models, to create and deliver significant commercial and contractual value, in support of the annual savings target\n, • Implement approved category strategies through the development and delivery of the sourcing pipeline, in collaboration with the relevant customers and stakeholders, to release the full defined savings and benefits.\n, • Apply the Sourcing Framework for sourcing led opportunities where total annual spend ranges between £100m to £300m and within an FTS environment, to manage all risk, governance, legislative and regulatory requirements.\n, • Expert negotiator of sourcing enabled savings and benefit opportunities, in collaboration with all relevant customers and stakeholders.\n, • Develop and implement sourcing specific ideas and innovation-based business cases, working in collaboration with relevant customers and stakeholders, to address existing business problems that require external sourcing specific market expertise to solve.\n, • Facilitate the transition of sourcing led execution to supplier management, to manage a seamless customer experience from business requirement through to post contract signature.\n, • Manage and challenge customer and stakeholder sourcing requirements to maximise overall commercial value, direct and indirect influencing and selling strategies in a complex, devolved organisation.\n, • Develop and manage sourcing aligned continuous improvement activities, demand pipeline assessments and annual customer satisfaction surveys, to deliver an enhanced customer experience.\n, • Develop market sourcing practices, to include commercial models and total cost of ownership assessments to enable the implementation of good practice.\n\n Profile \n A successful Sourcing Manager should have: \n § Deep level of Sourcing experience, with a demonstrable track record of savings delivery \n § Demonstrable level of negotiation and dispute resolution skill set \n § Demonstrable experience of contract law and financial management \n § Demonstrable experience of driving value from complex sourcing opportunities \n § Experienced with agile cross-functional collaborative working methods \n § Politically savvy, with the proven ability to use direct and indirect influencing strategies at an executive level \n § Demonstrable level of problem-solving experience of complex sourcing specific challenges \n Job Offer \n\n • Competitive salary of £55,596 per annum.\n, • Annual Leave entitlement of 28 days with the option to buy/sell days.\n, • 75% subsidy on train tickets.\n, • 3x options for a defined pension scheme.\n\n This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Procurement Manager to make a meaningful impact. Apply now to take the next step in your procurement and supply chain career.

Job Title: Purchasing Manager Location: Hybrid (3 days onsite - Tues-Thurs) Salary: up to £60,000 + bonus + private health care Type: Permanent About the Role We're recruiting for a Purchasing Manager to join a fast-paced, high-growth distribution business and an exciting time of growth. This is a pivotal hire, responsible for leading procurement, stock planning, and buying activity across a large and fast-moving product portfolio. You'll play a key role in shifting the function from reactive purchasing to a more structured, data-driven and commercially aligned approach. You'll sit at the centre of the business, working closely with Sales, Finance, Vendor Management and Operations to ensure product availability, cost control, and strong supplier performance. Key Responsibilities Procurement & Supply Chain Leadership Lead the procurement function, covering purchasing, stock planning and replenishment Translate sales demand and vendor plans into effective buying decisions Drive cost efficiency, working capital optimisation, and supplier performance Introduce structure and governance across purchasing processes Demand Planning & Inventory Develop and embed forecasting processes across vendors, categories, and customers Align stock levels to demand, minimising aged stock and stockouts Monitor trends and adjust procurement strategies accordingly Supplier & Vendor Management Manage distributor relationships, focusing on pricing, delivery and rebates Support vendor reviews with data-led insights Work closely with internal vendor teams to ensure alignment with commercial plans Operations & Continuous Improvement Collaborate with logistics and warehouse teams to improve fulfilment performance Optimise ERP and systems usage to drive efficiency and automation Lead continuous improvement initiatives across supply chain processes Team Leadership Lead, develop and mentor a team of Buyers Build a high-performance, accountable and data-driven culture What We're Looking For Background in procurement / purchasing within distribution, reseller or similar fast-paced environments Strong understanding of supply chain, stock management and demand planning Experience working cross-functionally with Sales, Finance and Operations Proven ability to improve processes and drive efficiencies Commercially aware and financially disciplined Strong leadership presence - able to challenge and develop teams Comfortable in a fast-moving, ever-changing environment Resilient, hands-on and solutions-focused This is an opportunity to shape and evolve a purchasing function. A High-impact position with strong visibility across the business. It's a fast-paced environment with genuine opportunity for progression. To apply for the Purchasing Manager position, please click on the apply now button and your CV will be sent directly to the responsible recruiter. We will respond to successful applicants within 7 days, however please feel free to get in touch if you would like any further information about your application. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data

National Sales Manager | Medical Devices | UK Lead. Coach. Develop. Deliver. Are you an experienced medical sales leader who enjoys getting the very best out of people? Do you believe sustainable sales success comes from exceptional coaching, structured processes and leading from the front rather than simply chasing numbers? We're partnering with a highly respected UK medical device manufacturer to appoint a National Sales Manager to lead an established, successful commercial team within the medical consumables sector. Base salary £60-70k NEG with commission, car and package. This is an outstanding opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives on developing talent, building high-performing teams and creating a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. The Opportunity Reporting into the senior leadership team, you'll take responsibility for a national sales team of three Territory Managers, overseeing a business generating approximately £6 million in annual revenue. This is not a role where you'll simply analyse reports from behind a desk. You'll spend significant time in the field coaching, mentoring and developing your team, helping them maximise opportunities, improve their sales effectiveness and ultimately achieve outstanding results. The organisation has a highly structured approach to sales management, with clear processes, planning and performance frameworks. You'll be expected to embrace this philosophy, using data, coaching and disciplined sales execution to drive consistent growth. Key Responsibilities Lead, motivate and develop a national field sales team. Coach and mentor individuals through regular field visits and joint customer meetings. Drive performance through structured sales processes and effective territory planning. Support key customer relationships across NHS and healthcare accounts. Deliver the regional sales strategy and achieve revenue growth objectives. Identify opportunities to improve sales effectiveness, pipeline management and customer engagement. Foster a high-performance culture built on accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. About You You'll already have experience managing medical device sales professionals and be passionate about helping others succeed. We're looking for someone who combines commercial credibility with genuine leadership capability. You'll ideally have: A minimum of 2 years' people management experience within medical device or healthcare sales. Strong experience selling medical consumables, single-use devices or closely related healthcare products is ideal – procurement experience is mandatory. A proven track record of coaching and developing successful sales teams. Experience selling into NHS Acute Trusts and healthcare procurement environments. Excellent planning, forecasting and territory management skills. A structured, process-driven approach to sales leadership. The ability to inspire, challenge and support people to consistently exceed expectations. What's on Offer Excellent basic salary. Performance-related bonus. Company car or car allowance. Comprehensive benefits package. Genuine autonomy within a well-established and respected organisation. The opportunity to shape, develop and grow a successful national sales team. If you're an ambitious medical sales leader who believes that exceptional coaching, disciplined sales management and developing people are the foundations of long-term success, we'd love to hear from you

\n Are you an experienced procurement management professional with experience of frameworks, contracts, and procurement consortia? Do you have further extensive experience of public sector procurement and purchasing? If this describes you, then let Informed Recruitment help you achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity as a Procurement Manager. As a specialist provider of resources to the Property & Associated Technology markets, we are partnering with a Social Enterprise undertaking an exciting expansion and looking to bolster their services to customers. \n The objective of the role will be to take the lead in procurement activities for the organisation. Day-to-day activities will centre around the planning, management, administration, and overall delivery of compliant procurement which will include framework agreements, long term contracts, call off agreements, digital purchasing systems and public procurements. You will maintain up to date legislative knowledge to keep procurement up to date, ensure all procurements are delivered to agreed timescales, define procurement best practice, oversee compliance, ensure procurement transparency in line with public procurement regulations and manage all documentation and records. \n Must Have \n\n • A successful commercial track record in procurement and the management of procurement and major contracts.\n, • Thorough knowledge of public sector procurement and purchasing, including PCR2015 and PA23.\n, • Experience of procurement frameworks and contracts.\n, • Experience of managing E-procurement portals and procurements, and/or dynamic purchasing systems.\n, • A consultative approach based on building positive relationships, but with ability to turn ideas into action and results.\n, • A good understanding of creating value and managing costs, whilst working in a fast-paced, changing environment.\n, • CIPS qualified, progression towards the qualification, or demonstrable commercial experience in lieu of.\n\n Nice to have/Will Strengthen Application \n\n • Experience working in the social housing sector and leaseholder consultation processes.\n, • Experience working for or with a procurement consortium.\n, • Experience of other public sector procurement means such as OJEU/Find a Tender, or digital frameworks such as G-Cloud.\n, • MS Office proficiency.\n\n As an individual you will be an excellent communicator, adept at liaising at all levels with a variety of stakeholders. You will also be highly analytical with a keen eye for problem solving and meticulous record keeping. This role is hybrid working, split between home and an office in Birmingham. This is an exciting time to join the organisation, and your contribution will certainly be felt, in return you will receive a very competitive salary and benefits package, including life assurance at work, private healthcare and a generous holiday allowance. Interview slots are available, so please apply without delay. \n Informed Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Agency in respect to this vacancy as defined by the Employment Agencies Act. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Informed Recruitment is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests'. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website.

Finance Systems Manager Contract type: Permanent Hours: 37.5 / week Salary: circa £83,000 depending on experience Location: Birmingham (B2 5DB) WFH policy: Employees are required to attend the office 2 days/week Flexible working: Variety of flexible work patterns subject to line manager discretion e.g. Compressed 9-day fortnight. Reports to: Head of Finance Deadline Note: We reserve the right to close the advert before the advertised deadline if there are a high volume of applications. Role Summary: LCCC is at the heart of the UK’s transition to Net Zero, administering government-backed low carbon energy schemes that are transforming the energy landscape. The Finance Systems Manager reports to the Head of Finance and Procurement and plays a pivotable role in ensuring our finance function has the technology, automation and audit-ready controlled processes to support that mission - leading the development of LCCC’s finance technology across Finance Operations, Scheme Settlements and Procurement. The Finance Systems Manager acts as the bridge between the Finance & Procurement department and LCCC’s Technology Hub, representing Finance’s requirements in all technology and system decisions. The role requires a strong blend of finance expertise, technical capability, and stakeholder influence—engaging credibly with finance colleagues, IT teams and system vendors. It also requires close collaboration with wider LCCC teams and external delivery partners, including EMRS and Scheme Operations, to ensure alignment across schemes and the maintenance of robust financial controls and audit-ready processes. The role provides direct line management of the Finance Process Specialist and any future roles within the finance systems team. The role also carries responsibility for governing AI adoption within Finance and ensuring all technology outputs meet audit and public body requirements. Key Responsibilities The key responsibilities of the role are outlined below, covering both LCCC and ESC. However, this is an overview of the role and is not exhaustive. As the size and number of different schemes continues to grow, the dynamic nature of the role may lead to further enhancements. LCCC recognises the evolving nature of the responsibilities and reserves the right to assign other duties commensurate with the role as required. Team leadership and development Line manage the Finance Process Specialist and any future roles, ensuring improvement projects are scoped correctly and delivered to time and quality. Provide day-to-day management, objective setting, performance oversight, and development support to direct reports, building technical capability across team members of varying ability. Lead change management activity for new system and process deployments, developing communication and training plans that bring finance colleagues of all technical abilities with them. Finance systems and ERP ownership Oversee review of the current ERP system (Sage X3) and consider future change or updates. Act as the Sage X3 (or future ERP system) Finance champion, including the administration role, ensuring the system is progressively removed from manual transactional processes in Scheme Settlements, Finance Operations and Procurement. Lead the finance workstream of LCCC’s future ERP migration — owning requirements gathering, controls mapping, UAT coordination, data migration validation, and finance-side user adoption. Act as the main point of contact with IT to cover the period of connectivity with the new settlement system and future systems. Represent Finance & Procurement as the authoritative voice in corporate technology forums and governance processes, translating finance and audit requirements into clear system specifications for IT and vendors. Ensure Finance technology development is in line with company direction and LCCC’s corporate technology strategy. Support the team with banking software and related financial system tools. Process transformation and automation Identify opportunities to automate financial processes and improve efficiency in Scheme Settlements and Finance Operations. Lead process transformation projects from discovery and mapping to solution design, build, testing, and controlled handover, ensuring each automated solution includes validation, exception flagging, and audit trails. Implement workflows and integrations between finance systems and other business applications. Design automated outputs to be operable and updatable by finance staff without specialist technical knowledge, including clear guidance and self-checking for monthly, quarterly, and annual refresh cycles. Foster continuous improvement within the team, supporting colleagues of varying technical skills to adopt new tools and translating complex system logic into accessible, well-documented outputs. AI governance and adoption Evaluate and govern AI tool deployment in Finance, identifying where AI can improve efficiency, data quality, or reporting. Ensure AI-assisted outputs are auditable, explainable, and comply with NAO and LCCC public body requirements. Keep informed on AI developments and advise the Head of Finance and Procurement on adoption strategy. Data management and reporting Ensure data accuracy, integrity and security across all finance systems. Maintain data governance, access controls and retention policies across all finance systems, aligned with LCCC’s obligations. Lead Finance’s transition to a data warehouse or equivalent solution to improve reporting efficiency and functionality for Scheme Settlements, Finance Operations and Procurement. Develop and maintain dashboards and reports for financial analysis and decision-making. Serve as the team’s Power BI and Excel champion, setting standards for financial reporting and data visualisation. Project and vendor management Lead finance system implementation, upgrades, and migration projects, collaborating with IT, procurement, and other stakeholders to deliver on time and within scope. User support and training Provide technical support and training to finance teams on system functionality. Act as the primary point of contact for system-related issues and enhancements Skills Knowledge and Expertise Essential: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Experience leading a Finance or Management Accounting team. Experience of process and data management including how technology can be deployed to deliver efficiency, effectiveness, and control to meet defined business requirements. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and non-technical audiences and communicate complex ideas in simplified terms. Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including cross-functional collaboration. See full job descirption by clicking on apply, directing you to the job on our career site

Infrastructure Project Manager Birmingham Salary up to £55k I'm working with a growing, independent construction consultancy that's looking to appoint an experienced Infrastructure Project Manager to join their Birmingham team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a forward-thinking consultancy that was built on doing things differently. Established by industry professionals who wanted to move away from the constraints of large corporate firms, they've created a business with a genuine people-first culture, collaborative working environment and clear opportunities for career progression. With a strong pipeline of infrastructure projects across highways, transport, regeneration, public sector, healthcare and education, you'll have the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of schemes while playing a key role in the continued growth of the business. If you're looking for greater autonomy, direct client exposure and the chance to make a real impact within a growing consultancy, this could be the perfect next step. Interested? Apply today! The Role As an Infrastructure Project Manager, you'll be responsible for leading projects from inception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards. Working closely with clients, consultants and contractors, you'll play a pivotal role in driving successful project outcomes while building long-term client relationships. Key Responsibilities: Managing the successful delivery of infrastructure projects from feasibility through to handover. Leading the day-to-day management of projects, ensuring programme, cost, quality and risk objectives are achieved. Acting as the primary point of contact for clients, providing trusted advice throughout the project lifecycle. Coordinating multidisciplinary project teams, including designers, contractors, cost consultants and key stakeholders. Developing and maintaining project programmes, governance documentation and regular progress reports. Chairing project meetings, workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions. Supporting procurement strategies, tender processes and contractor appointments. Managing project risks, opportunities, change control and project reporting. Ensuring compliance with CDM regulations, health & safety legislation and client governance procedures. Supporting and mentoring junior members of the project management team as the business continues to expand.About you: Degree qualified in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or another relevant construction-related discipline. Proven experience delivering infrastructure projects (Highways project experience is highly desirable) within a consultancy or client-side environment. Strong understanding of NEC contracts (JCT knowledge would also be beneficial). Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build lasting client relationships. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Working towards or already achieved Chartered status (APM, RICS, ICE or equivalent) is desirable. A proactive, collaborative mindset with a passion for delivering high-quality projects.What's on Offer: Private healthcare. Company pension contribution. Paid professional memberships and full chartership support. Parking provided and travel expenses covered for local office and site travel. Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme. Clear progression opportunities within a growing and ambitious Project Management team. A supportive, collaborative culture where your development is genuinely encouraged. ...and much more!If you're ready to take the next step in your project management career, apply today! If you would like to find out more about this opportunity, please contact Georgie Marden. Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

National Account Manager - Contract CateringField based £45,000 - £52,000 per annum + Car/Allowance & Bonus \n We are seeking a strategic, tenacious, and growth-oriented National Account Manager to lead a portfolio of high-potential contract catering accounts at a Head Office and central procurement level. \n Our client is a market-leading, customer-centric catering equipment and commercial kitchen solutions business. They specialise in supporting the contract catering industry, helping major catering operators optimise their kitchens, realise equipment assets, and maintain seamless operations through structured purchasing frameworks. \n The Role \n In this high-impact position, you will take full ownership of a defined portfolio of national contract caterers holding immense growth potential. Operating primarily at a Head Office level, you will navigate central procurement and category management teams to secure and maximise framework agreements. \n A major focus of this role is expanding their footprint within these frameworks. While capital equipment sales remain core, you will strategically introduce and upsell our comprehensive service & maintenance contracts. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Framework & Portfolio Management: Manage and grow a defined portfolio of national contract catering accounts, operating at Head Office, category management, and central procurement levels.\n, • Commercial Growth: Execute a balanced "Hunter/Farmer" approach-retaining core business while driving organic framework growth through service & maintenance contracts, capital equipment sales, and asset replacements.\n, • Contract Negotiation: Support, negotiate, and secure long-term contracts and agreements with national clients to build enduring business partnerships.\n, • Strategic Planning: Conduct structured Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) and collaborate with clients on joint business plans focused on shared value and efficiency.\n, • Team Leadership: Support, develop, and coach your direct reports (National Account Executive / Internal Sales Executive), ensuring national targets are clearly understood and consistently met.\n, • Market Presence: Represent the business at national trade shows, conferences, and networking events to enhance brand visibility and forge new corporate relationships.\n\n About YouWe are looking for a positive, determined, and highly commercial sales professional who combines deep relationship-building expertise with an uncompromising desire to deliver customer-centric service. You'll ideally have: \n\n • Proven Track Record: A minimum of 3 to 5 years of corporate sales experience managing large, multi-site national accounts within a dynamic business environment.\n, • Sector & Service Expertise: Strong industry knowledge specifically within commercial catering service & maintenance or kitchen infrastructure solutions.\n, • Leadership Experience: Previous management or leadership experience in a challenging, target-driven environment, with a knack for coaching and development.\n, • Procurement Fluency: Proven experience building robust client relationships with senior procurement functions, category managers, and corporate stakeholders.\n, • Commercial Acumen: Strong numerical, analytical, and contract negotiation skills with a deep understanding of sales margins and profit optimization.\n, • Mobility: Full UK driving licence (with no more than 3 points) and a willingness to travel for high-profile customer-facing meetings.\n\n What's on Offer? \n\n • Competitive base salary with an industry-leading bonus scheme aligned with portfolio growth.\n, • Company car or car allowance to support national travel.\n, • A supportive, collaborative leadership environment where your strategic ideas are valued.\n, • Structured personal development within a corporate group that actively lives its core values.\n\n Are you looking to recruit a similar role? \n Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in, HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK or to discuss how we can find talent for your business then please visit .

Are you an experienced strategic procurement executive with experience of frameworks, contracts, and procurement consortia? Do you have further extensive experience of public sector procurement and purchasing? If this describes you, then let Informed Recruitment help you achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity as a Procurement Director. As a specialist provider of resources to the Property & Associated Technology markets, we are partnering with a Social Enterprise undertaking an exciting expansion and looking to bolster their services to customers. The objective of the role will be to manage the operational and strategic procurement services for a consortium delivering to the public sector and social housing sector. Your responsibilities will include and overall delivery of compliant procurement which will include framework agreements, long term contracts, call off agreements, digital purchasing systems and public procurements; procurement and sourcing support; procurement specific supply chain management; providing internal procurement advice; acting as a key conduit between the executive and procurement teams; developing procurement strategy and metrics; ensuring that you are abreast of all public sector procurement developments and legislation; leading all new framework procurements; supporting projects; and staff management. Must Have A successful commercial track record as a Director/Senior Manager in procurement and the management of procurement and major contracts. Experience of the affordable housing, construction, or housing asset management sectors, either working for a housing association, local authority, or private sector organisation supplying the market. Thorough knowledge of public sector procurement and purchasing, including PCR 2015/PA23. Detailed knowledge of construction contracts and hands-on experience of contract project management to include technical specs, legal/contract documentation, and cost models/market costs/contract payment mechanisms. Experience of developing new business in a competitive environment A consultative approach based on building positive relationships, but with ability to turn ideas into action and results by working proactively with colleagues and partners Nice to have / Will Strengthen Application Experience working for or with a procurement consortium. Commercial project management A background in housing development/construction Relevant certification, such as MCIPS As an individual you will be an excellent communicator, adept at liaising at all levels with a variety of stakeholders. You will also be highly analytical, with a keen eye for problem solving and meticulous record keeping. This role is hybrid based, with some office work, some home-working and ad hoc travel as required - and so a driving license is required for the post, and costs will be catered for alongside a car allowance. This is an exciting time to join the organisation, an exciting opportunity to influence, and your contribution will certainly be felt - in return you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package. Informed Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Agency in respect to this vacancy as defined by the Employment Agencies Act. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Informed Recruitment is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests'. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website

Are you an experienced procurement management professional with experience of frameworks, contracts, and procurement consortia? Do you have further extensive experience of public sector procurement and purchasing? If this describes you, then let Informed Recruitment help you achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity as a Senior Procurement Manager. As a specialist provider of resources to the Property & Associated Technology markets, we are partnering with a Social Enterprise undertaking an exciting expansion and looking to bolster their services to customers. The objective of the role will be to take the lead in procurement activities for the organisation. Day-to-day activities will centre around the planning, management, administration, and overall delivery of compliant procurement which will include framework agreements, long term contracts, call off agreements, digital purchasing systems and public procurements. You will maintain up to date legislative knowledge to keep procurement up to date, ensure all procurements are delivered to agreed timescales, define procurement best practice, oversee compliance, ensure procurement transparency in line with public procurement regulations and manage all documentation and records. Must Have A successful commercial track record in procurement and the management of procurement and major contracts. Thorough knowledge of public sector procurement and purchasing, including The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and PA23. Experience of procurement frameworks and contracts. Experience of managing e-procurement portals and procurements, and/or dynamics purchasing systems. A consultative approach based on building positive relationships, but with ability to turn ideas into action and results. A good understanding of creating value and managing costs, whilst working in a fast-paced, changing environment. MCIPS qualified, progression towards the qualification, or demonstrable commercial experience in lieu of.Nice to have / Will Strengthen Application Experience working in the social housing sector and leaseholder consultation processes. Experience working for or with a procurement consortium. Experience of other public sector procurement means such as OJEU, or digital frameworks such as G-Cloud. Experience of line managing direct reports MS Office proficiency.As an individual you will be an excellent communicator, adept at liaising at all levels with a variety of stakeholders. You will also be highly analytical with a keen eye for problem solving and meticulous record keeping. This role is hybrid working, 3 days in the office in Birmingham and 2 working from home. This is an exciting time to join the organisation, and your contribution will certainly be felt, in return you will receive a very competitive salary and benefits package with a generous holiday allowance. Interview slots are available, so please apply without delay. Informed Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Agency in respect to this vacancy as defined by the Employment Agencies Act. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Informed Recruitment is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests'. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website

National Account Executive - Contract Catering Field based £32,400 - £37,400 per annum + Car/Allowance & Bonus \n We are currently seeking a driven, enthusiastic, and relationship-focused National Account Executive to join our growing Contract Catering team. \n Our client is a market-leading, customer-centric catering equipment and commercial kitchen solutions business. They specialise in supporting the contract catering industry, helping major catering operators optimise their kitchens, realise equipment assets, and maintain seamless operations through structured purchasing frameworks. \n The Role \n In this dynamic, field-based position, you will work hand-in-hand with a National Account Manager to support a defined portfolio of key customer client groups. You will take direct responsibility for a specific vertical within the contract catering sector, managing site-level retention, uncovering GAP analysis opportunities, and driving profitability. \n A central focus of this role is high visibility. You will be expected to be highly mobile, traveling extensively across the UK to carry out a minimum of 6 customer-facing meetings per week. You will get on-site, engage directly with operational teams, and understand the unique kitchen and equipment demands of each location. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Relationship & Growth: Work alongside the National Account Manager to manage, retain, and expand business within existing contract catering accounts.\n, • Site Engagement: Travel across the UK to meet on-site operational teams, understanding their direct equipment needs and uncovering hidden revenue opportunities.\n, • Sales Execution: Conduct a minimum of 6 face-to-face customer meetings weekly, establishing clear objectives to drive asset replacements, contract conversions, and remedial works.\n, • Business Reviews: Support and conduct Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with key accounts, collaborating on joint business plans focused on mutual growth.\n, • Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner internally with our technical, contracts, project, and equipment teams to ensure seamless delivery and exceptional customer service.\n\n About YouWe are looking for someone who is eager to learn and has an appetite for personal development. While an external sales background is a plus, your attitude, drive, and ability to absorb new information quickly are what matter most. \n You'll ideally have: \n\n • Relationship Builder: Proven customer-facing experience with a natural ability to build long-term, trust-based relationships with multiple stakeholders.\n, • Highly Mobile: A full UK driving licence (with no more than 3 points) and a genuine willingness to travel extensively to various multi-site operations.\n, • Commercially Minded: Good numerical skills with the ability to quickly learn financial concepts, margins, and commercial business plans.\n, • Driven & Proactive: A self-starter with a sense of urgency, strong organizational skills, and a methodical approach to managing your own diary and workload.\n, • Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to handle challenging or uncomfortable conversations calmly.\n, • IT Literate: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).\n\n What's on Offer? \n\n • A competitive base salary with a performance-related bonus scheme.\n, • Company car or car allowance to support extensive UK travel.\n, • Clear career progression pathways working alongside experienced industry leaders.\n, • A friendly, collaborative, and fast-paced working environment where your development is actively coached\n\n Are you looking to recruit a similar role? \n Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in, HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK or to discuss how we can find talent for your business then please visit

Manufacturing Excellence | Strategic Business ImpactBirminghamc. £50,000 + benefitsWe're partnering with a well-established and highly respected manufacturing business to recruit a Supply Chain Manager who will take ownership of procurement, production planning, scheduling, inventory management and supplier performance across its UK operation.This is a high-profile role offering the opportunity to shape supply chain strategy while ensuring operational excellence across the business. You'll play a pivotal role in balancing customer demand, inventory availability, production efficiency and supplier performance, directly influencing business growth and profitability.The opportunity: As Supply Chain Manager, you'll lead the end-to-end supply chain function, ensuring materials, resources and production plans are aligned to deliver exceptional customer service and operational performance. Working closely with manufacturing, commercial, finance and warehouse teams, you'll drive continuous improvement initiatives while developing strong supplier partnerships and leading a dedicated team.Key responsibilities: \n\n • Develop and execute purchasing and supply chain strategies that support business objectives\n, • Lead supplier management activities, driving performance, cost optimisation and long-term partnerships\n, • Oversee production planning and scheduling to maximise operational efficiency and customer service levels\n, • Manage inventory and material availability, ensuring optimal stock levels and working capital performance\n, • Collaborate cross-functionally to align supply chain activities with customer demand and manufacturing requirements\n, • Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, reduce costs and strengthen service delivery\n, • Analyse supply chain performance data and develop improvement initiatives\n, • Lead, coach, and develop a small supply chain team\n\n About you: We're interested in speaking with experienced supply chain professionals who thrive in a manufacturing environment and enjoy driving operational improvements.To be successful, you'll bring: \n\n • Experience managing purchasing, planning, inventory, or broader supply chain activities within manufacturing\n, • Strong supplier management and negotiation skills\n, • A continuous improvement mindset with a track record of delivering operational efficiencies\n, • Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills\n, • Strong commercial awareness and analytical capability\n, • Leadership experience with the ability to develop and motivate teams\n\n Why Join? \n\n • Strategic leadership position with significant influence across the business\n, • International supplier exposure and collaboration\n, • A business committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence\n\n Apply today for a confidential discussion, quoting reference 10431.

National Fleet Transport Manager \n The company \n A well respected growing distribution company with an admirable reputation, this role is based at the main west midlands distribution centre. \n The role \n As National Fleet Transport Manager, you’d be the driving force behind the efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness of all vehicle operations. Ensuring every vehicle is in peak condition, every journey is compliant and safe, and every pound spent delivers maximum value. Your work would directly impact the businesses ability to serve customers, meet deadlines, and maintain a reputation for excellence. \n What You'd Do \n\n • National Fleet Transport Manager will oversee the procurement, leasing, and disposal of vehicles to ensure the fleet meets operational needs and budget targets.\n, • Manage a mixed fleet of LCV, LGV and Van’s across multiple sites.\n, • Develop and manage preventative maintenance schedules, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.\n, • Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers, maintenance providers, and leasing companies.\n, • Monitor fleet performance using telematics and data analytics to reduce downtime, fuel consumption, and operating costs.\n, • Implement driver training programmes to promote safety, efficiency, and compliance with legislation.\n, • Maintain accurate records for inspections, repairs, insurance, and licensing.\n, • Lead initiatives to transition towards greener, more sustainable fleet solutions.\n\n What You'd need to Bring \n\n • As the National Fleet Transport Manager you need to be a team player who combines relentless work ethic with sharp communication skills, fuels every task with genuine passion, and keeps the team smiling with a natural sense of humour. Dependable, uplifting, and the kind of colleague people trust, respect, and enjoy being around.\n, • Proven experience in fleet management or transport operations.\n, • Strong knowledge of vehicle maintenance, compliance requirements, and transport legislation.\n, • Proficiency with fleet management software and telematics systems.\n, • Focus on H&S as a key benchmark of success.\n, • Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.\n, • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret performance data and implement improvements.\n, • A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and the ability to lead and inspire a team.\n\n \n Outline Salary and Package: \n Annual Salary £50k to £70k dependent upon experience + usual benefits.

Owen Daniels are supporting a well-established and growing manufacturing business based in Walsall, is looking to recruit an experienced Buyer to join their procurement team on a permanent basis.This is an excellent opportunity for a Buyer with a manufacturing background who enjoys building supplier relationships, negotiating costs, and ensuring materials are available to support production. Experience within the electronics sector would be highly advantageous, although candidates from other manufacturing environments will also be considered.The RoleReporting to the Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for sourcing materials and components, managing supplier performance, and ensuring stock is available to meet production schedules.Key Responsibilities\n\n • Procuring raw materials, components and services in line with production requirements.\n, • Raising and managing purchase orders through the ERP/MRP system.\n, • Negotiating pricing, lead times and commercial terms with suppliers.\n, • Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships.\n, • Monitoring supplier performance relating to quality, cost and delivery.\n, • Working closely with Production, Planning and Engineering teams to ensure material availability.\n, • Identifying cost-saving opportunities and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.\n, • Resolving supply chain issues to minimise disruption to manufacturing operations.\n, • Maintaining accurate purchasing records and supplier information.\nThe CandidateThe successful candidate will have:\n\n, • Previous experience working as a Buyer within a manufacturing environment.\n, • Electronics manufacturing or electronic components purchasing experience would be highly desirable.\n, • Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.\n, • Experience using MRP/ERP systems.\n, • Excellent communication and organisational skills.\n, • A proactive approach with strong commercial awareness.\n, • The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.\nPackage\n\n, • Salary up to £37,000 depending on experience.\n, • Permanent, full-time position.\n, • Monday to Friday working hours.\n, • Company benefits.\n, • Opportunity to join a stable and successful manufacturing business with long-term career prospects.\nIf you are an experienced Buyer looking for your next challenge within manufacturing, we'd like to hear from you.To apply, please submit your CV today.

Purchasing Manager \n Advanced Manufacturing \n Location: Birmingham, West MidlandsSalary: Competitive + Excellent BenefitsJob Type: Full-Time | PermanentReporting to: Supply Chain Director \n Lead Purchasing for a Global Manufacturing Business \n Are you an experienced Purchasing Manager with a background in engineering or manufacturing? Do you thrive on building strong supplier relationships, negotiating commercial agreements, and driving continuous improvement across the supply chain? \n We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established, market-leading manufacturer based in Birmingham. With a strong international presence and a reputation for delivering high-quality engineered products, this business continues to invest in innovation, operational excellence, and long-term growth. \n This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of the purchasing function, leading an experienced team while managing a global supplier network. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring materials are sourced efficiently, supplier performance is optimised, and production operates without interruption. \n The Role \n As Purchasing Manager, you'll be responsible for developing and delivering procurement strategies that support business objectives, improve supplier performance, and maximise value across the supply chain. \n Your responsibilities will include: \n\n • Developing and implementing purchasing strategies that support operational and commercial goals.\n, • Leading commercial negotiations covering pricing, contracts, payment terms, lead times and supplier agreements.\n, • Managing a global supplier base, including key suppliers across the Far East.\n, • Monitoring supplier performance and driving improvements in quality, delivery and cost.\n, • Conducting supplier audits and supporting corrective action programmes to maintain quality standards.\n, • Working closely with Production, Engineering, Planning, Quality and Finance to ensure purchasing activities align with manufacturing requirements.\n, • Identifying and mitigating supply chain risks, including supplier dependency, material shortages and cost fluctuations.\n, • Leading, mentoring and developing the purchasing team, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.\n\n About You \n We're looking for an experienced procurement professional who combines strong commercial awareness with a hands-on approach. \n You'll ideally have: \n\n • Previous experience in a Purchasing Manager or Senior Procurement role within manufacturing, engineering or industrial production.\n, • Experience managing international suppliers, ideally including Far Eastern supply chains.\n, • A strong background in supplier relationship management, commercial negotiation and cost reduction.\n, • Experience carrying out supplier quality audits and resolving supplier performance issues.\n, • Good knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and strong analytical skills, including Microsoft Excel.\n, • An understanding of ISO quality standards, Incoterms, import/export processes and ethical sourcing.\n, • A CIPS qualification (or be working towards one), although equivalent industry experience will be equally valued.\n, • The flexibility to travel internationally when required to support supplier development or resolve operational issues.\n\n What's in it for You? \n\n • A senior leadership role within a successful and growing UK manufacturer.\n, • The opportunity to shape purchasing strategy and influence business performance.\n, • Responsibility for a diverse international supplier portfolio.\n, • International travel and exposure to global supply chain operations.\n, • A collaborative, supportive working environment where your expertise will make a genuine impact.\n, • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.\n\n If you're a commercially minded purchasing professional looking for your next leadership challenge within advanced manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you. \n \n ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

Interim Operations Manager - Environmental Health \n Birmingham (Hybrid - minimum 2 days per week onsite) £475-£500 per day 6-Month Contract \n A large public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Interim Operations Manager to lead a new and evolving Environmental Health service at a pivotal time of change. \n This is a unique opportunity to shape the future delivery of frontline public realm services within a politically high-profile environment. The successful candidate will oversee the creation and management of a new Local Investigations Team, designed to provide a flexible, multi-disciplinary response to issues affecting local communities across waste, highways, parking enforcement, environmental health and related services.Alongside managing this new function, you will lead a review of the existing Pest Control Service, evaluating operating models, referral pathways, prioritisation processes, productivity and procurement options, helping to build a long-awaited business case for transformation and future investment. \n This is very much a blank canvas role for someone who enjoys designing services, creating operational frameworks and driving collaboration across multiple teams. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Lead and manage the newly established Local Investigations Team, developing effective systems, processes and performance management frameworks.\n, • Design referral pathways, escalation routes and operating procedures to support multi-service responses to complex frontline issues.\n, • Work closely with Environmental Health, Waste, Highways, Parking Enforcement and other services to improve collaboration and service delivery.\n, • Manage councillor enquiries, community concerns and high-profile incidents, ensuring timely and effective resolution.\n, • Lead the operational review and transformation of the Pest Control Service, including service structure, workflow management, prioritisation and procurement opportunities.\n, • Develop performance measures and evaluation frameworks to assess service effectiveness and inform future delivery models.\n, • Provide leadership, coaching and support to operational teams, strengthening performance management and service standards.\n, • Support the Head of Environmental Health on strategic priorities and service improvement initiatives.\n, • Build strong relationships with elected members, senior stakeholders, partner organisations and local communities.\n\n About You \n We are looking for an experienced operational leader who can combine strategic thinking with hands-on service improvement delivery. You will have: \n\n • Significant management experience within Environmental Health, Regulatory Services, Waste, Public Realm or a related local authority service.\n, • A proven track record of designing, implementing and improving operational systems, processes and service models.\n, • Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships, including elected members and senior leaders.\n, • Strong performance management, workforce leadership and change management experience.\n, • The ability to work across organisational boundaries and bring multiple teams together to resolve complex issues.\n, • Experience developing business cases, service reviews and transformation programmes.\n, • Knowledge of Environmental Health services such as waste enforcement, pest control, public protection, animal welfare or related regulatory functions would be highly advantageous.\n, • Excellent communication, problem-solving and political awareness skills.\n\n Why Apply? \n This role offers the opportunity to make a visible impact within a major city, helping to shape how frontline environmental and public realm services respond to emerging community challenges. You'll join at the beginning of an exciting service development programme with the autonomy to build new approaches, improve operational performance and leave a lasting legacy. \n If you're an experienced public sector operations leader who enjoys building services, solving complex operational challenges and driving meaningful improvement, we'd love to hear from you.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Supply Chain Manager – Motor \n Birmingham Business Park – Hybrid \n Up to £45k \n \n Southam Selections are working with a fast-growing, accident management company specialising in intervention, hire and repair. \n They are led by a highly experienced leadership team with over 40 years’ industry expertise, the business continues to expand and is now seeking a Client Supply Chain Manager to support their fleet operations by managing relationships with vehicle hire providers and ensuring we always have the right vehicles available at the right time. You’ll play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly, controlling costs, maintaining compliance, and improving supplier performance. \n \n Responsibilities: \n\n • Build strong working relationships with vehicle hire providers and act as their main point of contact.\n, • Coordinate vehicle orders, deliveries, collections, swaps, and ensure availability meets operational needs.\n, • Monitor supplier performance, track KPIs, review service levels, and resolve any issues that arise.\n, • Review hire charges and invoices, check for accuracy, and identify opportunities to reduce costs.\n, • Support procurement activity, contract renewals, and onboarding or offboarding suppliers.\n, • Track utilisation, downtime, and fleet activity, escalating problems when needed.\n, • Maintain accurate fleet records, documentation, and supplier information.\n, • Ensure all suppliers meet compliance requirements including insurance, licensing, safety standards, and maintenance obligations.\n, • Manage incident reporting for hire vehicles and keep audit-ready records.\n, • Produce regular reports on performance, costs, trends, and supplier activity.\n, • Keep fleet systems and databases updated and provide insights to improve efficiency.\n\n \n Skills & Experience: \n\n • Experience in fleet management, vehicle hire, logistics, or supply chain coordination.\n, • Strong supplier management and negotiation skills.\n, • Good understanding of vehicle hire agreements and commercial terms.\n, • Confident analysing costs and identifying savings.\n, • Excellent organisation, communication, and problem-solving skills.\n, • Comfortable managing multiple suppliers and priorities.\n, • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and fleet management systems.\n\n

About the Role We are seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to join our growing EV Charging team. You will be responsible for delivering electric vehicle charging infrastructure projects from initial planning through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile renewable energy and sustainable transport projects as the UK continues its transition to net zero. Key Responsibilities Manage multiple EV charging installation projects simultaneously. Plan, programme, and oversee project delivery from design through commissioning. Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, DNOs, clients, and internal teams. Monitor project budgets, costs, and commercial performance. Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and company procedures. Produce project programmes, progress reports, and client updates. Manage procurement of materials and equipment. Resolve technical and operational issues throughout project delivery. Ensure installations comply with BS7671, relevant electrical standards, and client specifications. Support project handover, commissioning, and final documentation. Candidate Requirements Proven experience as an Electrical Project Manager. Experience delivering EV charging, electrical infrastructure, utilities, renewable energy, or ICP projects. Strong understanding of LV electrical systems and installation practices. Knowledge of CDM Regulations and health & safety requirements. Excellent planning, organisational, and communication skills. Commercial awareness with experience managing project budgets. Full UK driving licence. Desirable Experience working with AC and DC EV charging infrastructure. SMSTS or SSSTS. ECS or CSCS card. IOSH or NEBOSH qualification. Prince2, APM, or equivalent project management qualification. * Experience liaising with DNOs and IDNOs. Apply Now If you are an experienced Electrical Project Manager looking to play a key role in delivering the UK's expanding EV charging infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV for immediate consideration

Business Development Manager UK National | Home Based £55,000 - £65,000 Basic + Bonus + Company Car/Car Allowance Are you an accomplished Business Development Manager with over 10 years' experience in the packaging industry? Do you have a proven track record of winning national accounts and delivering sustained revenue growth? We're partnering with a leading packaging manufacturer to recruit a commercially driven Business Development Manager to spearhead new business development across the UK. This is a strategic, national role focused on securing high-value opportunities across manufacturing, food & beverage, logistics, e-commerce, FMCG and industrial markets. The salary and package have been benchmarked against comparable senior national packaging sales roles in the UK, where experienced Business Development Managers typically command £60,000-£75,000 basic salaries, uncapped bonus schemes and company car or car allowance. The Role Drive new business growth across the UK. Identify, develop and secure major national accounts. Build relationships with procurement, operations and senior decision-makers. Deliver consultative packaging solutions that improve cost, efficiency and sustainability. Develop strategic sales plans and manage a robust pipeline. Work closely with technical, commercial and operational teams to deliver customer-focused solutions. Represent the business at customer meetings, exhibitions and industry events. The Candidate Minimum 10 years' sales experience within the packaging industry (essential). Proven success winning and developing major UK accounts. Strong knowledge of packaging products and solution-based selling. Excellent commercial, negotiation and presentation skills. Self-motivated with the ability to manage a national territory. Full UK driving licence. Package £55,000 - £65,000 basic salary Company car or car allowance Private healthcare Contributory pension 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Laptop, mobile phone and all business expenses Genuine career progression within a growing, market-leading packaging businessWR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

I am looking for an MEP Design Manager ( Mechanical bias). As the MEP Design Manager, you will be managing the design, coordination and delivery of all things mechanical, working closely with your electrical colleague and team. The Company Established for over 20 years with a turnover of approximately £120 million and national offices with a global client base. Working closely with large a range of clients including government departments, data centre and mission critical, heritage, health, defence and general commercial. Offering turnkey solutions, with a focus on quality, innovation and optimising lean manufacturing they offer a competitive MEP Design solutions. The client pride themselves on being a people centric business, you will have exposure to real decision makers and your experience and opinions won’t go unnoticed. They are a 100% CLIENT Focused with an award winning MEP Design sustainability team. Hours/Job Type 38 – 40 The Role Key Responsibilities / Design Leadership Oversee all mechanical design on medium and large scale projects with a typical value of £3 million to £55 million. All HVAC Systems and services Cooling systems (CRAC/CRAH, chillers, liquid cooling where applicable Manage design, drawings & specifications Working with specialist vendors (e.g., UPS, generators, cooling OEMs) Proactively manage & promote BIM / Clash detection Support procurement of key MEP packages: Electrical and mechanical subcontractors Review subcontractor designs and ensure alignment with employer’s requirements. Assess technical submissions during tender stage. Provide technical support during installation. Ensure compliance with: UK Building Regulations/ BSI standards (BS/EN)/ CIBSE guidelines / Uptime Institute Tier classifications Manage, train, mentor and motivate mechanical team Key Skills & Experience Essential Ideally but not essential, degree in Building Services Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering / A clear background that shows loyalty , training & success Proven experience for a MEP Sub-Contractor, main contractor , D&B environment or MEP consultancy Software Skills Needed Hevacomp or similar software manual calculation experience Any experience of BIM tools, Revit, Navisworks is beneficial Load calculation and simulation tools Microsoft Office (Excel for technical/commercial analysis) What We Offer Very competitive salary Car / Car allowance Competitive Pension & BONUS Scheme Performance Review Career progression * Training Qualifications/Skills & Experience Ideally degree qualified but not essential Benefits Hybrid working, pension, healthcare , discretionary bonus

Project Manager – Exhibitions Location: Birmingham Contract: 3 Months Rate: £240 - £260 per day Status: Outside IR35 We're recruiting for an experienced Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of exhibition stands, experiential projects and bespoke live event environments. This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy project team delivering high-quality exhibition and trade show projects across the UK and internationally. You'll be responsible for managing projects from initial client brief through to design, manufacture, installation, live event delivery and final dismantling, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget. The Role Manage the complete lifecycle of exhibition, trade show and experiential projects. Act as the main point of contact for clients throughout project delivery. Develop detailed project programmes, budgets and delivery plans. Coordinate design, production, fabrication and installation teams. Liaise with exhibition organisers, venues and technical authorities. Manage exhibition approvals, permits and venue compliance requirements. Coordinate procurement of materials, graphics, AV equipment and exhibition components. Oversee suppliers, subcontractors and fabrication partners. Manage project budgets, forecasts and commercial performance. Negotiate with suppliers to achieve best value and maintain profitability. Coordinate transport, logistics and international shipping where required. Lead onsite installation, live event delivery and exhibition breakdown. Ensure projects comply with health & safety regulations and venue requirements. Identify project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies. Resolve onsite issues quickly while maintaining programme and quality standards. Produce regular project progress reports for clients and senior management. Lead multidisciplinary project teams to deliver exceptional client outcomes. About You Minimum 5 years' experience managing exhibition, trade show or experiential projects. Proven background delivering bespoke exhibition stands or temporary structures. Strong understanding of exhibition build processes and onsite installation. Experience managing multiple fast-paced projects simultaneously. Excellent commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and project costs. Strong stakeholder management and client-facing skills. Ability to interpret technical drawings and production documentation. Degree qualified in Engineering, Construction Management, Event Management, Architecture or a related discipline. PMP or equivalent project management qualification would be advantageous. If you're an experienced Project Manager with a background in exhibitions, trade shows or experiential environments and are looking for your next Outside IR35 contract, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your latest CV

Contract type: one permanent vacancy and one 15-month fixed-term contract vacancy Hours: 37.5 / week Salary: circa £70,000 depending on experience Location: Leeds (LS1 4HR) OR Birmingham (B2 5DB) WFH policy: Employees are required to attend the office 2 days/week Flexible working: Variety of flexible work patterns subject to line manager discretion e.g. Compressed 9-day fortnight. Reports to: Lead Finance Manager (Finance Operations) Deadline Note: We reserve the right to close the advert before the advertised deadline if there are a high volume of applications. Role Summary: The Finance Business Partner reports into the Lead Finance Manager (Finance Operations) within the Finance Operations side of the team. To oversee planning and budgeting processes within LCCC and ESC. The role will work closely with the Finance Reporting Manager and stakeholders throughout the business and externally to ensure that LCCC has appropriate funding to meet its objectives. In the last two years, LCCC has established a large technology hub and this role will work closely with other internal teams to ensure the team maximise The Finance & Procurement department is responsible for settlement operations, managing the settlement service provider, monthly reporting to management and DESNZ, the annual report and accounts in IFRS and is part of DESNZ’s consolidation. In addition, the Finance department provides regular updated forecasts, forecast cash flows for HM Treasury, an annual budget which is subject to public consultation and is a key contributor into the companies’ long term strategic planning process, and also oversees that all procurement activity is compatible with Managing Public Money guidelines. Key Responsibilities The key responsibilities of the role are outlined below, covering both LCCC and ESC. However, this is an overview of the role and is not exhaustive. As the size of the schemes continues to grow it is likely that there will be changes to the role. LCCC reserves the right to assign other duties commensurate with the role as required. Develop and document forecasting process and financial models which are driven by funding source providing the business tools for assessing new business and strategic opportunities and that agreed funding is sufficient for work plan. Preparation of the annual forecasts (opex and capex) used for company KPI's for LCCC and ESC. Business partnering with HoT and budget holders on financial planning and presenting actuals as required by individual teams. Deliver effective management reporting to the management and the Board (including quarterly report) on financial performance with insights regarding variances to forecast, causes and future trends Manage the budget cycle for preparing multi-year levy budgets and all consultation documents. Develop and manage a rolling 2 year rolling forecast process and longer term financial outlook. Manage relationship with Strategy and Business Development teams to ensure alignment and efficiently support the annual business plan process and scheme impact assessments. Work with Talent Acquisition team and People team on resource plans and Finance approvals of new roles. Lead relationship with DESNZ Policy and Finance teams around future funding. Work with the Reporting Manager on overhead charging key to ensure forecasts remain reflective of actual observations. Collaborate with the Finance Reporting Manager on developing an overhead charging key ensuring alignment with process of posting actuals. Manage the forecast submission to DESNZ. Provide insight and input into the financial reporting commentary included in monthly reports. Work with internal tech Teams and Sage provider to implement automation and efficiencies in forecasting process. Support and deputise for the Reporting Manager when required. Ad hoc work arising within the team. Strategic workforce planning - Finance representation on the development and then running of strategic workforce planning. Skills Knowledge and Expertise Essential: A fully qualified accountant with recognised body with significant years PQE. Advanced Excel skills with experience of financial model building with multiple dimensions (e.g. cost centres and “business units”/schemes or similar). Experience and demonstratable management and collaboration with multiple stakeholders. Experience of delivering improvements to a forecasting process through use of technology and documenting all processes. Good influencing skills and stakeholder management (able to keep all relevant parties informed of objectives and plans and get their input and buy- in.) Proactive and will be able to supervise and coach more junior members of staff if required. Extensive working knowledge of an ERP system. Desirable: Knowledge of a backend coding language (e.g. Python or R). Experience of visualisation tool (e.g. SQL, PowerBI, etc)

Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Industrial Roofing Contracts Manager to oversee and coordinate roofing projects within the industrial sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining high standards of quality and safety. This role requires strong leadership, negotiation skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with clients, contractors, and team members. The Contracts Manager will play a pivotal role in driving project success from inception to completion, ensuring all contractual obligations are met whilst adhering to health and safety regulations. Duties Lead and manage all aspects of industrial roofing contracts, including planning, execution, and completion of projects. Develop detailed project schedules using Microsoft Project and monitor progress to ensure deadlines are met. Negotiate terms with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to secure favourable agreements and optimise project outcomes. Coordinate with design teams, site managers, and other stakeholders to ensure project specifications are adhered to. Oversee procurement processes, including sourcing materials and managing budgets effectively. Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality standards, and safety compliance. Prepare comprehensive reports on project status using Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, and Outlook. Manage project documentation meticulously to ensure compliance with contractual requirements. Lead and motivate project teams by providing clear direction and fostering a collaborative working environment. Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations on-site at all times. Experience Proven management experience within the construction or roofing industry, ideally in an industrial setting. Strong negotiation skills with a track record of securing favourable terms for projects. Proficiency in Microsoft Project for scheduling and project tracking purposes. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Demonstrable leadership qualities with the ability to motivate teams effectively. Sound knowledge of project management principles within construction environments. Good communication skills for liaising with clients, contractors, suppliers, and internal teams. Familiarity with construction regulations, health & safety standards, and relevant legal requirements. * Valid driving licence is essential for site visits and client meetings. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional looking to advance their career within the industrial roofing sector by leading complex projects with a focus on quality, safety, and client satisfaction

Senior Project Manager – Power & Substations (2 Positions) Location: UK Wide (Travel Required) Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 DOE + Car Allowance + Comprehensive Benefits Package Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Senior Project Managers Required – Power & Substations An established and rapidly expanding specialist contractor operating within the UK's Power, Transmission & Distribution sector is looking to recruit 2 experienced Senior Project Managers to support the continued growth of its nationwide operations. The business delivers complex Electrical Infrastructure, High Voltage (HV), Substation and Transmission projects, providing turnkey solutions including design coordination, structural steel installation, primary plant installation, mechanical installation, earthing systems and full EPC delivery across National Grid and DNO frameworks. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with an impressive order book, long-term secured work and genuine opportunities to progress into senior operational leadership positions. The Role Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you'll take full responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple high-value Power & Substation projects across the UK, leading multidisciplinary project teams from pre-construction through to commissioning and final handover. You'll be expected to provide strong technical, commercial and operational leadership while maintaining excellent client relationships and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme and within budget. Regular nationwide travel will be required, with accommodation and business expenses fully covered. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of multiple HV, Power and Substation projects across the UK. Manage projects from tender handover through to completion and client handover. Take full responsibility for programme, cost, quality and commercial performance. Lead Site Managers, Engineers, Supervisors and subcontractors across multiple live projects. Develop and maintain project programmes, procurement schedules and resource plans. Monitor project budgets, forecasts, variations and commercial performance alongside the commercial team. Chair client progress meetings and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders. Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations, Health & Safety legislation and company procedures. Review technical drawings, specifications, construction methodologies and engineering documentation. Manage project risks and implement mitigation strategies. Coordinate testing, commissioning and energisation activities. Produce regular project reports for senior management. Mentor and develop junior Project Managers and site management teams. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational efficiencies. Support business development by maintaining excellent client relationships and identifying future opportunities. About You We're looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager with a proven background delivering major electrical infrastructure projects within the Power, Utilities or Transmission & Distribution sectors. You'll be an organised and commercially astute leader, capable of managing multiple complex projects while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and client satisfaction. Essential Experience - Previous experience as a Senior Project Manager or Project Manager within the Power, Utilities or Infrastructure sectors. - Proven experience delivering High Voltage (HV), Substation or Electrical Infrastructure projects. - Strong understanding of National Grid and DNO project delivery. - Excellent commercial awareness with experience managing project budgets and financial performance. - Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and specialist subcontractors. - Strong programme planning and resource management skills. - Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and construction programmes. - Excellent client-facing, leadership and communication skills. - Comprehensive knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and CDM Regulations. - Full UK Driving Licence. - Willingness to travel nationwide. Desirable Experience National Grid Person competencies or previous National Grid framework experience. Transmission & Distribution project experience. Structural steel installation knowledge. Primary plant installation experience. Mechanical installation and earthing experience. NEC Contract knowledge. HNC, HND or Degree qualified in an Engineering or Construction-related discipline. * SMSTS, Temporary Works or Appointed Person qualifications. Why Join? This is an opportunity to become part of a growing and forward-thinking contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex Power & Substation projects throughout the UK. You'll work alongside an experienced leadership team on high-profile infrastructure schemes while benefiting from genuine long-term career progression, autonomy and the chance to make a real impact within the business

Quantity Surveyor - Birmingham Are you a Quantity Surveyor ready to step into a role where you're trusted, valued, and given the autonomy to deliver? Our client is a leading Tier 1 contractor who is searching for a Quantity Surveyor to join the growing commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to work with a successful contractor with a strong pipeline of work across the West Midlands. Why Apply: Do you want to work with a business that is making a REAL difference to the communities we live and work in? They are consistently recognised and awarded as one of the country's top employers due to their focus on training, personal development and career progression. You'll be given ownership, support from an experienced commercial manager, and the chance to shape projects that genuinely matter across education, commercial and leisure, custodial sectors. They offer the opportunity to work on a variety of projects with values ranging from £5m to £50m - the initial project is a new build school valued at £15m. The Package: - Basic salary of £55,000 - £60,000 (DOE) - Company Car or Car Allowance (£5,000) - 28 days annual leave (option to buy / sell up to 3 days) - Additional long service days - Medical insurance - Excellent Pension scheme Key Benefits: - Excellent opportunities for career progression within a growing team - Full pipeline of projects secured through various frameworks - One of the regions 'Top Employers' with regional projects - Supportive team environment with low staff turnover Responsibilities: - Commercial Lead on Design & Build projects £5m - £15m - Chair Pre-let meetings and finalising Subcontract Orders - Procurement and managing sub-contract packages - Dealing with variations and valuations - Production of CVRs Requirements: - Experience working with a Tier 1 or Tier 2 building contractor - Experience dealing with / managing final accounts - Experience managing sub-contractor variations - Industry related qualification To qualify for the higher rate of pay you must be able to demonstrate a track record as a Quantity Surveyor delivering construction projects ranging from £5m - £20m. For any further information on this Quantity Surveyor vacancy please apply with your CV attached or contact Mark Dalgleish at Saxton Recruitment on (phone number removed). Building Partnerships

£55,000 Basic + Bonus | National Account Manager | Managing £3M of Strategic National Accounts | Leading Capital Equipment Manufacturer National Account Manager – Capital Equipment Location: National (Field / Home Based) The Role of National Account Manager This is an outstanding opportunity to join a market-leading manufacturer in a strategic National Account Manager position, taking ownership of an established portfolio of approximately 10 national accounts worth circa £3 million in annual revenue. Rather than focusing on high-volume new business, this is a relationship-led commercial role where your success will come from developing long-term partnerships, protecting existing revenue and identifying opportunities to grow your customers through both capital equipment and service solutions. Your customers will be some of the UK's leading forklift truck and material handling equipment (MHE) companies, where you will build trusted relationships with Procurement Managers, Buyers and Purchasing teams, whilst also partnering closely with your customers' regional and national Account Managers. You will be responsible for developing strategic account plans, negotiating commercial agreements, increasing share of wallet and ensuring customers receive an exceptional level of service. Working autonomously from home, you will plan your own customer meetings, build executive-level relationships and become a trusted commercial partner to your customers. This is a highly visible role that offers genuine autonomy, long-term account ownership and the opportunity to make a significant commercial impact within a growing business. The Company hiring a National Account Manager Our client is a recognised market leader in the manufacture of industrial capital equipment, supplying innovative solutions to customers across the material handling, logistics, manufacturing, warehousing and industrial sectors. With an enviable reputation for product quality, customer service and innovation, the business continues to achieve impressive year-on-year growth and has built long-standing partnerships with many of the UK's best-known industrial organisations. People genuinely enjoy working here. Investment in training, career development and employee wellbeing sits at the heart of the business, with many employees building long-term careers through internal promotion and professional development. The company combines the stability and resources of a market leader with a supportive, collaborative culture where individuals are trusted to manage their own business and are recognised for delivering results. The Candidate for the National Account Manager role We are looking for an experienced National Account Manager or Key Account Manager with a proven track record of managing strategic customer relationships within a capital equipment environment. You may currently be selling or managing accounts within: Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Forklift Trucks Plant Machinery Commercial Equipment Construction Equipment Agricultural Machinery Industrial Capital Equipment Experience managing both capital equipment sales and service contracts would be highly advantageous. You will be commercially astute, customer focused and confident managing multiple stakeholders across national organisations. Above all, you will enjoy building long-term partnerships, identifying commercial opportunities and delivering exceptional customer service. The Package for the National Account Manager £55,000 Basic Salary Performance Bonus 6% Matched Pension Health Shield Electric or Hybrid Company Car Fuel Card & Company Credit Card Annual Salary Review Comprehensive Product & Industry Training Genuine Long-Term Career Progression Ref: CPJ1823

Senior EstimatorBirmingham£80,000 - £110,000 + Bonus + Pension + Private Medical + Holidays + Package + Immediate Start\n Are you a Senior Estimator looking to take ownership of high-value mission-critical projects while progressing your career within a rapidly growing contractor? \n This is an opportunity to join a leading technology and mission-critical contractor delivering some of the most complex data centre, pharmaceutical, advanced manufacturing and industrial projects across the UK and Europe. \n You will play a key role within the pre-construction team, leading tender submissions and cost planning activities on major projects worth up to £500m+. Working closely with operational, commercial and design teams, you will help shape project strategy from bid stage through to successful project award. \n The business continues to secure major projects throughout the UK and mainland Europe, creating genuine progression opportunities into Pre-Construction Management, Commercial Leadership and Director-level positions. Your Role as Senior Estimator Will Include:\n\n • Leading the preparation of detailed cost estimates and tender submissions.\n, • Reviewing drawings, specifications and technical documentation.\n, • Managing the tender process from enquiry through to final submission.\n, • Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors and supply chain partners.\n, • Producing competitive and commercially robust pricing strategies.\n, • Managing risk analysis, value engineering and cost planning exercises.\n, • Supporting business development and pre-construction activities.\n, • Mentoring and developing junior estimating team members.\n, • Working closely with operational teams to ensure successful project handover following award.\nThe Successful Senior Estimator Will Have:\n\n, • Previous experience as a Senior Estimator, Estimator or Pre-Construction professional within construction or engineering.\n, • Experience pricing major construction projects.\n, • Strong understanding of tendering, procurement and commercial processes.\n, • Ability to review technical drawings and specifications.\n, • Experience managing subcontractor and supplier pricing exercises.\n, • Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.\n, • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.\n, • Data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure or mission-critical project experience would be advantageous.\n\n Keywords:Senior Estimator, Lead Estimator, Estimating Manager, Principal Estimator, Chief Estimator, Pre-Construction Manager, Pre-Construction Lead, Cost Planner, Senior Cost Planner, Commercial Estimator, Bid Manager, Bid Lead, Tender Manager, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Manager, Cost Manager, Estimating Lead, Head of Estimating,

Business Development Manager Construction | Industrial & Logistics Sector Procter Street are recruiting on behalf of a leading UK construction developer for an experienced Business Development Manager to drive growth across the industrial and logistics sector. This is a high-impact opportunity for a commercially astute business development professional with a proven track record of securing new opportunities and building long-term client relationships within the delivery of industrial warehouses, distribution centres and large-scale “big shed” developments. Our client has an established reputation for delivering high-quality projects and is seeking an individual who understands how to identify opportunities early, influence decision makers and convert relationships into secured work. The Role As Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for generating and securing new business opportunities across the industrial and logistics market. Working closely with senior leadership, pre-construction and delivery teams, you will lead market engagement activities and develop strategic relationships with developers, occupiers, consultants, investors and key stakeholders. Success in this role will be measured by your ability to create pipeline, position the business effectively and ultimately win projects. Key responsibilities: Develop and execute a business development strategy focused on industrial and logistics construction opportunities across the UK. Identify, qualify and convert opportunities for industrial warehouse, distribution, fulfilment and large-scale “big shed” developments. Build and maintain relationships with developers, landowners, occupiers, project managers, consultants and industry influencers. Lead client engagement activity from early-stage market intelligence through to bid conversion. Support pre-construction and estimating teams to ensure compelling and commercially competitive submissions. Maintain a strong market presence through networking, industry events and targeted client engagement. Provide regular pipeline reporting, forecasting and market insight to senior stakeholders. Collaborate internally to align operational capability with business growth objectives. About You We are looking to speak with candidates who can demonstrate: Proven experience in a Business Development, Client Development or Work Winning role within the UK construction or development sector. A strong and demonstrable record of winning work specifically within industrial warehouses, logistics facilities and large-format “big shed” developments. Established relationships across the industrial and logistics market. Strong understanding of construction procurement routes, development cycles and pre-construction processes. Experience influencing and engaging senior stakeholders and decision makers. Commercial awareness and the ability to translate relationships into secured revenue. Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills. A strategic mindset combined with a proactive, hands-on approach. Why Apply? Join a respected and ambitious construction developer with a strong project pipeline. Opportunity to play a visible role in shaping business growth. Work within one of the most active and resilient sectors of UK construction. Competitive salary, bonus and benefits package. To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please contact Procter Street

The ExtraCare Charitable Trust are recruiting for a Head Chef to lead the team at Solihull Retirement Village.Are you currently working as a Head Chef or perhaps looking for career progression and believe you have the relevant experience? We would love to hear from you!Benefits:33 Days Annual Leave (FTE)Option to buy and sell holidayFree Life InsuranceCycle2work VillageAttendance RewardFree Use of on-site GymUp to 9% Pension ContributionsOngoing Training and DevelopmentExtraCare does not participate in the current “ UK Visa Sponsorship ” Village, and we would not be able to facilitate sponsorship .Role Details:Role: Head ChefHours: 30 hours per week,Rate: £25,977 pa (£16.61 per hour)Location: Victoria Cres, Solihull B90 2FHWhat will you do as our Head Chef?Working with the Lifestyle Manager to inspire, lead and have responsibility for the catering and hospitality team at Solihull Retirement Village and to exceed expectations on customer service, financial performance, and service quality.Be responsible for the delivery and management of the provision of food and beverage services across the Village, including bar and events.Work with the Village Manager to develop the strategy for the hospitality service to contribute to the Village's income strategy, including service diversification as appropriate (for instance, events and meal delivery).Be involved in the recruitment of hospitality staff to build a motivated and qualified team.To contribute to the support offered to residents, working with other Village teams: Care, Wellbeing and Dementia Support, taking into account any specific dietary needs.To promote quality and value for money control procedures for procurement and stock management.Engage with residents on menu planning, pricing, and service provision.To actively monitor customer requirements and proactively address complaints and comments.Deliver a safe and compliant service within the legal frameworks of Health and Safety, Food Handling, and Hygiene.Our ideal Head Chef will:Experience in a previous Head Chef role or a sous chef wishing to progressAbility to inspire and lead a teamHave empathy and understand our residents' needs and dietary requirementsExperience across diverse hospitality settingsMenu planning and budgetary experienceTeam playerPassionate and enthusiastic with excellent communication skills.Here at ExtraCare we offer our residents access to outstanding retirement villages, promoting care and lifestyle opportunities that truly do create ‘better lives for older people'. We are committed to offering fulfilling and worthwhile careers to all our staff – enabling you to deliver the quality of service we promise.ExtraCare strives to create a workplace that fully reflects society. We want our staff to feel empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work and be part of a safe and supportive community.Do not miss out! Click ‘apply' now to make a difference to the lives of older people as our Head Chef .This Head Chef post may be subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, and will be subject to two references, medical clearance and Home Office right to work clearance.ExtraCare is committed to making our recruitment practices as fair and inclusive as possible. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process.ExtraCare reserve the right to close this advertisement. Be one of the first to Apply!TPBN1_UKTJ

Annual salary: up to £52,500.00 Disrepair Manager Location: Birmingham Contract Start Date: 1 July 2026 Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent 42.5 hours per week Salary up to £52,500 + company car allowance Join us on our new, exciting contract with Birmingham City Council Mears Group has been awarded a major new 10-year partnership with Birmingham City Council to deliver repairs, maintenance, and planned investment work across 11,500 homes in central and west Birmingham. This contract represents one of our most significant projects in the city and will create a wide range of opportunities across our operational teams. About the Role: We are looking for an experienced Disrepair Manager to join our team in Birmingham. You will be responsible for leading the delivery of disrepair works, ensuring cases are managed efficiently, safely and to a high standard, with a strong focus on compliance and resolution. This includes managing supervisors, operatives and subcontractors, overseeing disrepair cases and performance, ensuring works are completed within required timescales, maintaining quality standards and providing technical and operational leadership. You will work closely with internal teams, legal representatives and stakeholders to ensure effective case management, mitigate risk and continuously improve service delivery. With a strong pipeline of work and a commitment to improving social housing standards, this is an excellent opportunity to lead a high performing team that plays a key role in resolving complex property issues. We're looking for someone who is organised, proactive and focused on delivering high-quality outcomes, driving performance and maintaining high levels of customer and client satisfaction. Duties: Oversee delivery of disrepair works across occupied properties, ensuring cases are managed efficiently and resolved in line with required timescales Ensure all works are delivered safely, efficiently and to required quality and compliance standards Lead regular site visits and case reviews to monitor progress, resolve issues and drive performance against disrepair targets Manage supervisors, operatives and subcontractors, ensuring effective resource allocation to meet case demand Oversee disrepair programmes and priorities, ensuring timely resolution and mitigation of legal risk Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety regulations, COSHH, company procedures and disrepair legislation Implement quality assurance processes, ensuring inspections are completed and remedial actions are taken promptly Provide leadership and direction to teams, supporting performance management, productivity and engagement Identify skills gaps and coordinate training and development to support disrepair service delivery Oversee adherence to HR policies including attendance, conduct and performance management Ensure effective management of company assets including vehicles, tools, PPE and materials Oversee material usage, procurement and cost control to support budget management and efficiency Monitor performance through system reporting, using data to drive improvements in case resolution, cost and quality Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, legal teams, internal stakeholders, subcontractors and suppliers Lead on contract mobilisation, compliance audits and continuous service improvement initiatives Manage budgets, forecasting and cost control, identifying efficiencies and reducing exposure to claims Provide operational cover and leadership support during peak periods or absence across the wider team Ensure teams engage in toolbox talks, training sessions and company communications Promote company values and maintain a professional, customer-focused service at all timesRole Criteria: Previous experience in a Disrepair Manager, Disrepair Surveyor or similar management role within housing or property maintenance Proven track record of leading, monitoring and reporting on Health & Safety, compliance and disrepair case management activities Extensive experience managing disrepair cases, including damp & mould, and driving performance against legal and contractual timescales Relevant qualification (City & Guilds or equivalent) in a trade discipline Full, valid UK driving licence Strong understanding of Health & Safety regulations, including COSHH and safe systems of work Good working knowledge of Schedule of Rates, cost management and financial implications of disrepair works Strong understanding of housing disrepair legislation and compliance requirements Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, tenants and legal representatives Strong leadership capability with experience managing supervisors and developing high-performing teams Customer and client focused mindset with a commitment to service excellence and effective complaint resolution Commercial awareness with a results driven approach to cost control, performance and risk mitigation Strong planning, organisational and case management skills Confident decision making in a fast paced, target driven environment Ability to influence, negotiate and build relationships across internal teams, clients, contractors and legal stakeholders IT literate with confident oral and written communication skillsBenefits we can offer you: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work! Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment. Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more Family friendly policies Company Car Allowance Access to EAP Counselling sessionsAll our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment. Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Francesca Swan ((url removed)) If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way. At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers. In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply

The Company Our client is an established commercial fit-out and refurbishment contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the UK. They provide a complete design and build service, specialising in workplace fit-outs, refurbishments and interior construction projects for a diverse range of commercial clients. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an ambitious Assistant Project Manager to join their delivery team and support the successful delivery of a variety of exciting projects. The Role Working alongside experienced Project Managers and senior leadership, you'll support the delivery of commercial fit-out, refurbishment and design & build projects from pre-construction through to completion. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a supportive, fast-paced environment, gaining exposure to every stage of project delivery while working on high-quality projects across the UK. Key Responsibilities Assist with the day-to-day management of multiple commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects. Support the planning, programming and coordination of projects from pre-start through to completion. Attend client, design, subcontractor and site meetings, ensuring actions are followed through. Work closely with design, commercial, procurement and site teams to keep projects on programme. Monitor project progress, identifying potential risks and helping implement solutions. Assist in managing subcontractors, suppliers and specialist trades. Support procurement, material scheduling and project logistics. Help manage project documentation including RFIs, technical submissions and drawing registers. Carry out regular site visits to monitor quality, progress and Health & Safety compliance. Support cost control, change management and project reporting alongside the commercial team. Build strong working relationships with clients, consultants and the supply chain. About You We're looking for someone who is organised, proactive and keen to build a long-term career within commercial fit-out and refurbishment. Ideally you'll have: Experience within commercial fit-out, refurbishment or construction. Previous experience as an Assistant Project Manager, Project Coordinator, Site Manager, Design Coordinator or similar. A good understanding of construction processes and project delivery. Strong communication and organisational skills. The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office. A positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop. A full UK Driving Licence

Project Coordinator An established and growing commercial interiors contractor is seeking an experienced and highly organised Project Coordinator to support the successful delivery of fast-paced fit-out and refurbishment projects across the UK. Operating across commercial office, retail, education, hospitality, healthcare, and public sector environments, the business has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality interior solutions with professionalism, precision, and exceptional client service. Position: Project Coordinator Location: Birmingham Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum + Package Contract Type: Permanent Start date: Immediately available The Role: Reporting directly to the Contracts Manager and Project Management team, the Project Coordinator will play a critical role in supporting projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover. You will be responsible for coordinating project administration, tracking progress, managing documentation, supporting procurement activities, and ensuring effective communication between site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and clients. The successful candidate will be capable of managing multiple live projects simultaneously while maintaining excellent attention to detail and ensuring deadlines are consistently achieved. Key Responsibilities: Support Project Managers and Site Managers in the day-to-day delivery of multiple fit-out and refurbishment projects Coordinate project mobilisation activities including documentation, inductions, permits, and logistics planning Assist with the preparation and management of project programmes, progress trackers, and reporting schedules Monitor project milestones and proactively follow up on outstanding actions to maintain programme delivery Prepare and distribute meeting agendas, minutes, action trackers, and progress reports Coordinate procurement schedules and material deliveries in line with project timelines Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors regarding lead times, delivery dates, and technical documentation Maintain accurate and up-to-date project records and filing systems Compile and manage construction documentation including RAMS, site registers, O&M manuals, warranties, and handover packs Support the coordination of site visits, progress meetings, and client updates Candidate Requirements: The ideal candidate will have previous experience within the construction, interiors, or fit-out sector and demonstrate excellent organisational and communication skills. Previous experience in a Project Coordinator, Construction Administrator, Document Controller, or similar role within construction or interiors Strong administrative and organisational abilities with excellent attention to detail Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities within tight deadlines Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a professional approach to stakeholder management Competent in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams Experience managing construction documentation and project reporting processes Understanding of construction project lifecycle and site operations Knowledge of health & safety documentation and construction compliance processes How to Apply: To apply, please submit your updated CV

An established business is seeking a Category Manager to join its Central Procurement team, taking ownership of a diverse portfolio of indirect spend including IT, Telecoms, Fleet, PPE & Workwear, Office Supplies, and Print Services. This is an exciting remote opportunity to influence sourcing strategy, deliver commercial value, and build strategic supplier partnerships across a national organisation. If you're passionate about procurement, supplier performance, and driving measurable business improvements, this role offers the chance to make a real impact. The Role As the Category Manager, you'll: Develop and implement long-term category strategies that align with business objectives. Manage a portfolio of indirect procurement categories including IT, telecoms, fleet, office services, PPE/workwear and print solutions. Analyse spend, supplier performance and market trends to identify cost-saving and value creation opportunities. Lead sourcing activities including RFQs, RFPs, contract renewals and supplier onboarding. Negotiate commercial agreements, pricing and supplier frameworks to maximise value across the business. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to support operational requirements, business development and mobilisation projects. Monitor supplier performance, manage governance processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Identify procurement risks while ensuring compliance with company policies, sustainability objectives and ESG requirements. Produce category performance reporting and use data-driven insights to inform strategic decision-making. You To be successful in the role of Category Manager, you'll bring: A minimum of 5 years' experience in Category Management or Senior Procurement. Experience managing indirect procurement categories such as IT, Fleet, Telecoms, Office Services or Workplace Solutions. A proven track record of delivering commercial value, cost savings and supplier performance improvements. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret spend data and market intelligence. Excellent negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills. Experience managing supplier relationships, contracts and procurement frameworks. Knowledge of UK commercial contracts and procurement best practice. CIPS Level 5 (or equivalent) is desirable, or you'll be working towards a professional procurement qualification. What's in it for you? Join a well-established organisation that continues to invest in procurement excellence, digital transformation and strategic sourcing. You'll become part of a collaborative procurement function where your expertise will directly influence business performance across a nationally recognised Facilities Management operation. This role offers: Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid working (London office 1–2 days per week). Exposure to high-value, business-critical procurement categories. Opportunities to lead strategic sourcing projects and supplier innovation. A collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement and career development. Apply Now! If you're an experienced Category Manager, Senior Procurement Manager, Strategic Sourcing Manager, or Indirect Procurement Manager looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Click 'Apply Now' and send your CV to Olivia Blake or George Davis. Interviews are taking place now, so don't miss your opportunity to join a market-leading Facilities Management organisation

Senior Project Manager – Construction Consultancy I’m partnering with a leading global construction consultancy that is continuing to expand its Birmingham team due to a strong pipeline of major projects across commercial, mixed-use, and public sector portfolios. As part of that growth, they’re looking to bring on board an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their high-performing team. This is a client-facing delivery role with the opportunity to work on flagship schemes from feasibility through to handover. The ideal candidate will be confident managing complexity, driving performance across consultant and contractor teams, and providing strategic advice to clients. Key Responsibilities: Deliver full project lifecycle services across major capital projects Act as the key client interface, managing stakeholder expectations Lead project teams including consultants, contractors, and internal resource Prepare and manage programmes, budgets, risk registers, and reporting Provide leadership and mentoring to junior team members Contribute to business development and the growth of client accounts About You: Solid experience in a consultancy environment, ideally 6+ years Proven track record managing large-scale, multi-stakeholder projects Commercially astute, with strong contract and procurement knowledge Excellent communication and negotiation skills MRICS, MAPM or equivalent professional accreditation preferred What’s on Offer: Opportunity to join a globally recognised consultancy with structured progression Access to high-profile, career-defining projects across London and the Southeast A collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture Competitive salary, annual bonus, pension, and flexible benefits Hybrid working model with autonomy and trust This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Project Manager looking to work at the forefront of the UK construction consultancy sector. If you’re motivated by quality, complexity, and long-term career development, this role offers all three

Senior Commercial / Procurement Manager – Infrastructure Consultancy I'm representing a leading construction and infrastructure consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering major programmes across the UK. With a growing portfolio of nationally significant infrastructure projects—across transport, utilities, and energy—they are looking to appoint a Senior Commercial / Procurement Manager to join their Birmingham-based team. This is a high-impact role for someone with strong commercial acumen and procurement expertise who can operate in a client-facing environment, advising on complex procurement strategies and supporting the successful delivery of infrastructure programmes from inception through to completion. Key Responsibilities: Lead the development and delivery of procurement strategies for major infrastructure projects Manage commercial activity throughout the full project lifecycle, including cost control, risk management, and contract administration Advise clients on procurement route options, supplier engagement, and market analysis Run end-to-end procurement processes, including documentation, tendering, evaluation, and contract award Provide strategic input on contract forms (particularly NEC3/4) and negotiation Support mentoring and development of junior commercial staff Requirements: Solid experience in commercial and procurement roles within the infrastructure sector Consultancy or client-side background preferred Strong working knowledge of UK procurement regulations and best practice In-depth experience with NEC contracts and procurement of high-value infrastructure works Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Law or a related discipline MCIPS, MRICS, or similar professional qualification desirable What’s on Offer: Opportunity to work on high-profile, nationally important infrastructure schemes Join a well-established, fast-growing consultancy with strong client frameworks Defined progression pathway to senior leadership roles Hybrid working, flexible benefits, and a collaborative team culture Competitive salary, annual bonus, and full benefits package If you're a Senior Commercial or Procurement Manager looking to lead on major UK infrastructure programmes, this is a great opportunity to take your career to the next level

Sales Manager (Engineering Services) West Midlands / Remote £60,000 - £70,000 + Car Allowance of £6,600 + Quarterly Bonus + OTE £80k and Up + 8% pension contribution + Work from Home / Client site + 35 hours a week + 25 days holiday + Wellbeing package + Outstanding Career Progression Are you from a Technical Sales or Engineering background with a thorough understanding of Pressure Vessels, PPSR and PED to take a step into an exciting new career that offers full training, a brilliant work-life balance, excellent pay and the best-in-class development and career progression? Would you like to work for a world-class organisation which operates in 51 countries globally, supporting a vast range of clients, where you can apply your skills and expertise across a diversity of sectors, adding direct value across multiple industries, whilst benefitting from the opportunity to come off the tools, in a multi-faceted role with a plethora of company benefits? On offer is the opportunity to be a senior BDM in a world-class organisation developing business in the industrial sector for inspection and assessment of pressure vessels and in-service aspects of engineering assets against agreed Codes, Standards, specifications and procedures, using experience and knowledge appropriate for routine solutions. You will be familiar with Pressure Vessels, PSSR and PED and will be responsible for… Responsibilities: Identify, target, and secure new logo clients for industrial inspection services, with a strong focus on project-based opportunities Develop and execute proactive business development strategies to penetrate new markets, sectors, and customer segments Own the full sales lifecycle from lead generation through qualification, bid submission, negotiation, and contract award Build senior-level relationships with engineering, procurement, quality, and asset integrity stakeholders within target organisations Lead the pursuit of inspection projects, including PED, ASME, Welding, Container, and PSSR-related scopes Drive early engagement on upcoming capital projects, shutdowns, maintenance programmes, and regulatory-driven inspectionsThe person: Proven success in winning new logo business and securing inspection-led projects in a B2B industrial environment Strong technical and commercial understanding of industrial inspection services, including PED, ASME, Welding, Container, or PSSR inspectionsIf you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Keywords: Business Development Manager, PSSR, Welding, Fabrication, ASME9, PED5500, Pressure Vessels, Engineer Assessor, Engineer Surveyor Reference: BBBH25295H We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website

This is an excellent opportunity for a Procurement Manager to oversee procurement operations within the public sector, ensuring compliance and efficiency. This role requires a strong understanding of procurement processes. Client Details The purpose of the organisation is to serve the public interest and support UK economic growth by upholding high standards of corporate governance, corporate reporting, audit and actuarial work. Description Implement procurement best practice to deliver high-quality, compliant and value-focused procurement services for the organisation. Manage a range of end-to-end procurement exercises, including the use of Framework Agreements and/or Find a Tender where applicable. Manage a portfolio of procurement and contract-related activity, including change control and Notices of Termination. Identify and deliver cost savings, process efficiencies and procurement improvements, including contributing to technology solutions that enhance team processes and reporting. Work with internal stakeholders to understand business needs, provide procurement advice and support effective delivery of procurement activity. Engage with external suppliers to obtain information, quotations, proposals and other procurement-related inputs. Maintain and report on data within the organisations Contracts Database, ensuring information supports effective management information reporting. Design, coordinate and manage tender processes, including preparing tender documents, capturing expressions of interest, managing Q&A, developing evaluation criteria and methodology, and communicating outcomes. Support the Head of Procurement & Contracts in delivering the strategic objectives of the procurement function. Share knowledge and good practice across the procurement team to support consistency, learning and continuous improvement. Undertake other procurement, commercial or contract-related activities that are appropriate to the role, skills and level of responsibility. Manage procurement and contract-related activity across the role's portfolio. Profile A successful Procurement Manager should have: Strong experience of end-to-end procurement activity, including reviewing applicable terms and conditions and supporting compliant commercial decision-making. Sound knowledge and experience of public sector procurement, including pre-market engagement, sourcing, contract management and supplier management. Good understanding of the professional, legal and regulatory environment in which the procurement function operates, including PCR15 and PA23. Ability to build effective relationships with colleagues, suppliers and stakeholders, with a strong customer-service ethos. Ability to apply procurement requirements in a practical and proportionate way, using sound judgement to support effective outcomes. Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret information and apply sound judgement. Ability to manage workload effectively. Strong attention to detail, with the ability to review information accurately and identify issues that may require further consideration. Excellent IT, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain procurement requirements clearly to a range of audiences. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £52,400 per annum. 30 days annual leave, ability to buy extra leave. Generous employer pension contribution of 10%. Staff Employee Assistance Programme including confidential counselling and work life services. The opportunity to save at least 25% on the purchase of a new bike through the Cycle to work scheme.If you are an experienced Procurement Manager seeking an exciting role in Birmingham within the public sector, we encourage you to apply today

Our long-standing client, a highly respected technology services and solutions MSP delivering innovative support to some of the UK's biggest brands.As their business continues to grow, they are looking to appoint an ambitious Senior Business Development Manager to help drive the next phase of their success.This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven sales professional who enjoys opening doors, developing strategic partnerships and delivering tailored technology solutions that genuinely add value to customers.The role will beThe Role:Working as part of a successful commercial team, you'll take ownership of the full sales lifecycle, from identifying new opportunities through to negotiating and closing high-value contracts. You'll be responsible for developing new business across the retail and hospitality sectors, building long-term relationships with senior decision-makers and positioning a broad portfolio of managed services, infrastructure solutions and digital transformation services.This is a consultative sales role where you'll become a trusted adviser to your customers, understanding their challenges and delivering solutions that support their long-term business goals.Key Responsibilities:Identify and win new business opportunities across the UK and Ireland.Build, develop and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified opportunities.Manage the complete sales process from prospecting through to contract negotiation and closure.Develop relationships with senior stakeholders including CIOs, IT Directors, Operations Leaders and Procurement teams.Deliver consultative, value-led technology solutions tailored to customer needs.Work closely with internal technical, delivery and marketing teams to ensure an exceptional customer experience.Grow recurring revenue through managed service agreements and long-term partnerships.Maintain accurate CRM records, forecasts and sales reporting.About You:We're looking for someone who is commercially focused, self-motivated and thrives on developing new business opportunities. You'll enjoy building relationships, solving customer challenges and achieving ambitious sales targets.You'll ideally have:A strong track record in business development within IT services, managed services or technology solutions.Experience selling into retail, hospitality or other multi-site organisations.A proven history of winning new business and exceeding sales targets.Experience managing complex B2B sales cycles and enterprise-level opportunities.Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.The confidence to engage with senior decision-makers and C-level stakeholders.Experience using CRM systems such as Salesforce or HubSpot.What's on Offer?Competitive salary: 60-80k (depending on experience).Healthcare provided through BUPA23 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays.Car allowance and business travel expenses.Company pension.Group Income Protection.Life assurance.Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation.Interested?If you're an experienced Business Development Manager looking to join an ambitious organisation where your success will be recognised and rewarded, we'd love to hear from you - please apply today!TPBN1_UKTJ

We are recruiting a General Manager on behalf of our client, a well-established subcontract machining business based in Birmingham, forming part of very successful private group & a wider manufacturing group that has just secured significant investment to drive the next phase of growth. What's on Offer Competitive salary, commensurate with experience: £100k Generous bonus potential Car allowance Pension Private medical The backing of a well-funded, ambitious Group with genuine investment behind this site A high-impact leadership role with real autonomy and a clear growth mandate The opportunity to shape the future of an established Birmingham manufacturing business The opportunity: Following this investment, our client is looking for an experienced General Manager to take full operational and commercial control of the site. This is a rare opportunity to lead a business with real backing behind it: new capital, group-level support, and a clear mandate to modernise, grow, and strengthen the site's position in the subcontract machining market. The successful candidate will take ownership of day-to-day operations while shaping the strategic direction of the business, reporting directly into the Group board. The Role As General Manager, you will be responsible for the full performance of the site, including safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people, while acting as the driving force behind the site's growth plan. Key responsibilities include: Full P&L accountability for the Birmingham site Leading and developing the operations, production, quality, and commercial teams Overseeing production planning, capacity, and on-time delivery performance across a subcontract machining environment (CNC turning/milling, multi-axis, etc.) Driving investment plans, including new machinery, capital equipment, facility improvements, and process upgrades Building and maintaining strong customer relationships, supporting business development and new account wins Ensuring compliance with quality standards Embedding lean manufacturing principles and driving continuous improvement across the site Managing supplier relationships, procurement, and cost control Reporting site performance, KPIs, and strategic progress to the Group leadership team Building a strong leadership team and positive site culture as the business scales About You Our client is looking for a genuinely experienced manufacturing leader: someone who has run a site or business unit before and understands subcontract machining inside out. You will likely have: Significant senior leadership experience within precision engineering / subcontract machining, ideally as a General Manager, Operations Director, or Site Director A strong technical understanding of CNC machining processes, production planning, and quality systems A track record of improving site performance, including delivery, efficiency, margin, and quality Experience managing P&L and making commercially sound decisions Strong people leadership skills, with experience building and developing teams Experience of capital investment projects, such as new equipment, facility upgrades, or business transformation Excellent communication skills, comfortable engaging with customers, suppliers, and Group stakeholders alike A hands-on, visible leadership style; this is not a desk-only role Experience within a group-owned or private equity-backed manufacturing business would be an advantage but is not essential. Apply now for a confidential chat. Our client is an equal opportunities employer

The Interim Senior Contracts Manager will oversee contract management processes and ensure compliance. This job is within the Corporate Contract Management team within Procurement Operations. The main functions of the Directorate are to support the organisations strategic goals by building value adding supply chains with sustainable commercial relationships. Client Details This opportunity is with a large organisation that is well is known for its focus on delivering high-quality projects and maintaining robust commercial practices. Description Take the Lead in Supporting the delivery teams in the commercial and contract administration of NEC forms of contract Provide leadership, commercial assurance, and governance support to the relevant Directors, Heads of Department, Contract Managers, Assistant Contract Managers and Project Managers around the effective administration of corporate contracts. Coach and supervise team members and direct reports to bring about technical competence and consistency of corporate contract management across all contracts Develop and manage procedures to recognise and identify contract issues as they develop (whether formally crystallised disputes or not) and managing their resolution under the change's provisions wherever possible, obtaining claims and legal expertise as appropriate. Work with the Functional Managers and Directors to check that decisions with commercial implications receive careful consideration, that appropriate business cases are developed, and commercial reporting is fully reflective of a true commercial position Takes the lead in the drafting of change instructions on corporate contracts and the assurance of such work produced by direct reports Manage the progress of change requests through the company's governance structure Proactively support mitigation measure initiatives captured on the respective contract risk registers and ensuring compliance with contract processes Liaise with teams with respect to consultants' progress, spend and performance reporting Take the lead in the assessment of quotations and assessments by others in connection with compensation events Work to achieve value for money at each stage of the contract and Develop and manage appropriate mechanisms to monitor compliance with contract terms and conditions Maintaining a working relationship with Construction, Engineering, Procurement, Legal and Risk Management to facilitate organisational interfaces between those performing (sub)contract management Actively promote and embed Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all your work, and support and comply with all organisational initiatives, policies and procedures on EDI Profile Ability to coordinate, develop, support and assure the work of team resources to deliver contract management tasks Analytical, commercial and negotiating skills Ability to lead stakeholders through contract change request processes Ability to manage contract risk Job Offer Competitive daily rate of 650 GBP (Umbrella) Temporary contract until March 2027If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge as an Interim Senior Contracts Manager, apply today

Workshop Manager Salary: Around £65,000 to £70,000 per annum Trades Uk are working with a Joinery/Shopfitting Contractor to recruit an experienced and capable Workshop Manager to help lead and manage their two workshops. This is a senior and highly important role within the business. The successful candidate will work closely alongside our current Workshop Manager, who is planning to retire within the next 12 months, ensuring a smooth transition of knowledge and responsibility. We are looking for someone with a strong understanding of workshop management, joinery production and procurement, who can ensure our workshops operate efficiently, cost-effectively and to the highest standards. The Role The successful candidate will be responsible for helping to manage the day-to-day running of our two workshops, overseeing the production and procurement of joinery and ensuring projects are delivered to tight deadlines and within budget. You will also: Work closely with the existing Workshop Manager during the transition period. Manage and coordinate workshop production and procurement. Read, develop and understand technical designs and drawings. Have a strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and SolidWorks — with SolidWorks being our preferred design system. Attend project sites and liaise with clients. Provide design advice and practical solutions where required. Work closely with project teams, clients and suppliers. Ensure production is organised, efficient and cost-effective. Help maintain high standards of quality, workmanship and delivery. Contribute to the wider strategic direction of the business as part of the Senior Management Team. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone with extensive experience in a senior workshop or production management role, ideally within the joinery, interiors or associated manufacturing sectors. You will need: A thorough understanding of what it takes to successfully run workshops. Strong knowledge of joinery production and procurement. Experience with AutoCAD and SolidWorks, with strong SolidWorks experience being particularly desirable. Excellent organisational and project management skills. The ability to work effectively to tight deadlines. Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of cost-effective production. Excellent communication and client-facing skills. The confidence to attend sites, meet clients and provide design advice. * The ability to work collaboratively as part of a senior management team. This is a significant opportunity to join the Senior leadership team. The successful candidate will play an important role in the continued development and success of our workshops and wider business. Salary: Around £65,000 to £70,000 per annum, depending on experience. If you have the experience, technical knowledge and leadership skills required to take on this important role, we would be keen to hear from you

Senior Project Manager – Themed Entertainment Location: Birmingham Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent We're recruiting for an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of world-class themed attractions, immersive environments and experiential projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an innovative business delivering complex, high-profile projects from concept through to installation. You'll work at the heart of the business, managing multidisciplinary teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards. The Role Lead the full lifecycle delivery of themed entertainment and immersive environment projects. Develop detailed project plans, programmes and budgets. Define project scope, objectives and deliverables with key stakeholders. Identify project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies. Manage multidisciplinary teams including designers, architects, engineers and contractors. Coordinate internal resources and external suppliers throughout project delivery. Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular updates and project reporting. Build strong client relationships and ensure exceptional customer satisfaction. Manage procurement activities including supplier selection and contract negotiation. Monitor project budgets, costs and financial performance. Produce accurate project forecasts and progress reports. Ensure projects meet quality standards, design intent and industry regulations. Carry out project reviews and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Resolve project issues quickly while maintaining programme and budget. Drive successful project delivery from concept through manufacture, installation and completion. About You 5–8 years' project management experience within themed entertainment, immersive attractions, scenic fabrication, museums or experiential environments. Proven ability to deliver complex, multi-disciplinary engineering or construction projects. Strong commercial awareness with experience managing project budgets and financial reporting. Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills. Ability to interpret creative concepts and technical drawings. Experience using Microsoft Project or similar project management software. Knowledge of AutoCAD or SolidWorks would be advantageous. Degree qualified in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or a related discipline. PMP, PRINCE2 or APM certification is desirable but not essential. What's On Offer Permanent position. Salary up to £70,000 per annum. Birmingham-based role. Opportunity to work on exciting, internationally recognised themed entertainment projects. * Excellent long-term career progression within a growing and innovative business. If you're an experienced Senior Project Manager looking to work on unique, large-scale themed entertainment and immersive projects, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your latest CV