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About the job The Ascott Limited UK Corporate Office is seeking a qualified, experienced and capable Procurement Manager to become part of our Procurement team, supporting our properties. Reporting to the Procurement Director, being responsible for the purchase of goods and services to ensure that the Group's European lodging sites operational needs are met. As the Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for: Purchasing goods, materials, components and/or services in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets Identifying and evaluating potential suppliers, developing strategies, and negotiating contracts to secure the best possible prices and terms Creating long-term plans for specific categories of goods and services Preparing reports on procurement activities, analysing data to identify trend Collaborating with various departments within our properties to understand their procurement needs and ensure those needs are met Sourcing environmentally friendly products and services Ensuring contracts are properly managed and adhered to, including renewals and performance monitoring Managing inventory levels to optimize stock turnover and minimize holding costs Staying informed about market trends, new products, and potential suppliers to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation Conducting cost analysis, setting benchmarks, and identifying opportunities to reduce costs without compromising on quality Building and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services, and resolving any issues that may arise Assess tenders and quotations from potential suppliers Prepare required documents in line with final negotiations with selected suppliers and in line with organizational targets and requirements. To be successful in the role of Procurement Management, we require: Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., supply chain management, business administration and/or finance) Proven experience in Procurement and Strategic sourcing, preferably within the hospitality industry Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills Proficiency in relevant software and tools, such as procurement systems and Microsoft Office Suite Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Strong communication (written/spoken) English & French at business level Ability to work independently and as part of a team Minimum 5 years of experience of relevant working experience in purchasing Background and or experience within technical services purchasing (vendor management, contractor’s, hard services) Certification from Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) a plus Experience in integration activities and change management. This is your opportunity to be part of our team as a Procurement Manager. We focus on your professional and personal development, and we offer: Genuine career opportunities within our business Valuable on the job training, along with access to our digital online learning platform and numerous other learning and development opportunities A travel allowance for every day you work to contribute to your commuting cost A PERKBOX subscription with benefits, retail discounts and savings available from your first day Employee Assistance Programme Recruitment Referral Incentive Employee Recognition Awards Ceremony and company team parties Once you pass your probation, a special staff rate when staying in our European properties (If relocating) 30 days of relocation accommodation within one of our properties, whilst you find permanent lodging About Us At The Ascott Limited, we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds to create a supportive and thriving workplace where everyone can contribute their unique perspectives. A trusted hospitality company, Ascott’s presence extends across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the USA. Its diversified accommodation offerings span serviced residences, coliving properties, hotels and independent senior living apartments. Ascott's award-winning hospitality brands include Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, The Crest Collection, The Unlimited Collection, Fox, Harris, POP!, Preference, Quest, Vertu and Yello. Through Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), Ascott’s loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and offers at participating properties. Required skills: Multilingual, Negotiating skills, Organisation Skills, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving Discussed at venue Department: Purchasing Language required: English. The company At The Ascott Limited, we believe that our guests can be anywhere in the world, and still feel right at home. With a suite of accommodation options that spans serviced apartments & hotels, coliving properties, as well as independent senior living apartments, our guests can count on us for that sense of comfort and familiarity, be it for a short stopover or a new space to call their home. A trusted hospitality company, Ascott’s presence extends across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the USA. Its diversified accommodation offerings span serviced residences, coliving properties, hotels and independent senior living apartments. Ascott's award-winning hospitality brands include Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, The Crest Collection, The Unlimited Collection, Fox, Harris, POP!, Preference, Quest, Vertu and Yello. Through Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), Ascott’s loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and offers at participating properties. This year, Ascott marks 40 years in hospitality service. Growing from strength to strength, powering up through new alliances and transforming challenges into triumphs, Ascott is trailblazing tomorrow and charting a new future of growth. Hear from Ascott’s past and present leaders as they share about their experiences in this tribute video, having witnessed Ascott’s growth to become truly Unlimited.
Exciting new opportunity with a major catering operator at The Excel Exhibition Centre London E16. Due to a development in the business, we’re looking for a new Supervisor. Highly competitive rates of pay and benefits on offer with flexible working hours available. Position available immediately. If you’re seriously interested in the role, in the 1st instance get in touch and send your CV with contact details. About us Legacy Koncepts is a collection of unique operations focused on serving customers great food and drink at the Excel Centre London E16. Chozen founded in 2004 is a fresh fast Asian led food outlet. The double unit site located in the boulevard at Excel serves a wide range of hot and cold Asian Food. The business has developed outside the centre and can be found in over 25 locations throughout the UK. Wrapid is a Hot Wrap led business that provides a range of great wraps ready to go alongside a range of sandwiches and Lavazza coffee. Orzo’s Deli situated at the West entrance offers a range of hot and cold Italian food including Pasta Pizza and freshly made deli sandwiches. All the sauces and pasta are made on site to our own recipes. Supervisor – Excel Exhibition Centre Outlets Could you shine as Chozen Excel’s next Supervisor? We are looking for an energetic, and flexible individual to work with us in our thriving fast-food outlets here at the Excel Exhibition Centre. You will be required to work a minimum of 25 hours per week / 100 hours per 4-week period on an adjustable shift pattern to suit the dynamic nature of events at Excel. You must be highly organised and able to lead by example, a dedicated team that will be looking to you for direction and motivation. You will be expected to work efficiently prioritising your workload and always showing initiative. What We’ll Give • £13.50 per hour, review in 6 months., • Minimum 100 hours per 4-week period, more in busy periods, • Based at Excel London, • Company Benefits include an hourly performance and time keeping bonuses of up to £1.50 per hour after you have successfully completed your 3-month probation period., • Access to a wide range of programs to train and develop you., • Pension contribution Role Description This is a part-time plus role for a supervisor located in the Excel Centre London. As supervisor, you will oversee daily operations, manage, but more importantly, lead a team of staff, ensure compliance with company policies and food safety, and coordinate team activities. Responsibilities also include monitoring performance, providing feedback, handling basic administrative tasks, and ensuring organizational goals are met efficiently. Your Key Responsibilities Will Include: Skills and Qualifications Who you are: Our Ideal Supervisor will • Be passionate about exceptional customer service., • Have previous Quick Serve Restaurant experience in a similar role., • Have experience supervising teams., • Self-motivated and able to multi-task and manage your own workload., • Have knowledge of Asian and Italian food and other world cuisines., • Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill., • Have a hands-on and can-do attitude to daily tasks. In addition, the ideal candidate would have: • Ability to work at pace, whilst maintaining high standards with an eye for detail., • Excellent time management skills with the ability to work to deadlines., • Some knowledge with Excel and Word., • Excellent numerical skills and can handle large amounts of variable data to assist with ordering and manage stock levels. Benefits • Staff meals included on workdays and entitled to a 50% discount at other times.
The postholder will conduct testing of software applications and IT systems to identify defects, errors, or inconsistencies, and systematically diagnose underlying issues. They will develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and protocols, ensuring alignment with project requirements and organisational standards. The role requires establishing and refining quality assurance standards, validation methodologies, and performance benchmarks. The postholder will collaborate with software developers, system architects, and project managers to recommend and implement solutions to improve software and system quality, efficiency, and maintainability. They will monitor testing progress, document results, provide actionable feedback, contribute to risk mitigation, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including automation strategies and IT quality management processes
About UBX UBX Training is a fast-growing fitness business co-founded by four-time world boxing champion, Danny Green, alongside Australian fitness and tech entrepreneur, Tim West. We first opened in Australia in 2016 and have since expanded rapidly, enjoying five years of continuous growth, with 100 clubs now open across Australia, New Zealand, Japan and Singapore. We launched in the UK in 2022! At UBX, we deliver a sense of community, camaraderie and belonging, the most attractive aspects of sports, and combine these elements with convenience, accessibility, expert support, and intelligent programming. We have identified the reasons that motivate an individual to take control of their fitness and the barriers that may stop them, to create an environment where results are an additional benefit to the pure enjoyment of the workout. UBX’s unique boxing and strength training is non-contact and focuses on a mixture of bag work, padwork and strength training across a 12-round workout. In every workout, our members get 1 on 1 support from a UBX coach who advises on form and technique and ensures that the experience can work for people of all ages, backgrounds, and fitness levels. We deliver the most convenient, enjoyable, and effective workout to our members as well as a rewarding and enjoyable business for franchisees. Primary Purpose ● A key member of the team and accountable to the Owner, the Club Manager will have responsibility for the performance of the UBX club. ● As the lead for the sales function, you will be responsible for executing lead generation/marketing plan to increase membership sales. ● As Club Manager, you are accountable for ensuring all duties are delivered through project management, inter-personal skills, communication skills, administration, problem solving and process management. Key Accountabilities ● Maintain and grow the total membership base and oversee all aspects of the membership sales process. ● Drive financial plans and increase gross margins of the business through optimal programming and capacity utilisation. Responsibilities and Duties General ● Create, properly manage and exceed, all Sales and Operational budgets. ● Develop a gym culture where excellence and member appreciation are the focus and results are achieved. ● Build and develop relationships with key stakeholders, particularly the Owner, UBX Head Office team and the club team. ● Maintain gym facilities, top-notch cleanliness, appearance and organisation of the club and inventory. ● Maintain a strong working knowledge of our training programs by participating in at least two UBX training sessions per week. Customer Acquisition ● Create annual marketing plan for social media, digital/print marketing, and community events ● Carry out sales campaigns to increase membership via lead generation, brand promotion, social media networks and out-reach activities. ● Ensure a consistent sales effort is always maintained by providing daily sales goals and contests/incentive-based motivation, including establishing, expanding, and tracking outreach initiatives and strategic partnerships with local businesses, community groups, and charitable organizations. ● Provide club tours & convert leads to members. ● Make sales calls to prospects. ● Drive member referral scheme. Customer Retention ● Onboarding new members and helping them through our joining process. ● Offering first class customer service to current members. Social Media ● To manage social media pages and update with real-time content. ● To respond to any comments on all platforms. Reporting ● Analyse success of our business performance - both in terms of year-on-year performance and vs budgets and re-forecasts – providing insight, commentary, and action plans to address performance variances. ● To continually benchmark our activity vs. our competitive set (and the wider market) and feedback to the business. ● Daily management of invoicing and tracking of all budgets. Team Management ● Recruit, hire, train and deliver the onboarding program for all staff. ● Providing leadership and direction to the team at your UBX club. General Administration & Office Duties: ● To assist with answering the phones and take messages when require. ● Ensure all Front Desk systems and studio practices/processes are adhered to, including member check-in, telephone inquiries, payment handling, delinquent account procedures, and customer care calls. ● Participate in technical and personal development activities.