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Lhoist is a global leader in lime, dolime and mineral solutions. As a family-owned company, we are committed to delivering sustainable solutions while maintaining the highest standards of safety, operational excellence and customer satisfaction. Position Summary We are looking for an autonomous & hands-on Operational Sourcing to join the Western Europe Procurement team, with primary responsibility for Hindlow, Whitwell and Hartley. This role involves travel between the 2 main plants of Hindlow (Buxton) and Whitwell (Worksop). The role combines operational sourcing, spot buying and transactional procurement execution. The operational sourcing will translate plant requirements into compliant purchasing actions, execute purchase orders in procurement systems, run RFQs, follow up suppliers and support the Procure-to-Pay process from request creation through to order completion. Beyond day-to-day purchasing, the position involves managing local sourcing activities and purchases up to £200k/projects, negotiating with suppliers, supporting contract implementation, ensuring data quality in SAP/Coupa and helping sites secure continuity of supply at competitive cost. The position offers a high level of visibility, autonomy and interaction with plant management, technical teams and suppliers. Key Responsibilities Procurement & Sourcing • Lead end-to-end procurement activities for local spend categories., • Execute purchase orders in systems, • Manage spot purchases and sourcing projects up to £200k, • Conduct RFQs and competitive tender processes., • Analyse supplier proposals using Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) principles., • Negotiate commercial, contractual and service conditions with suppliers., • Prepare, review and implement contracts in alignment with procurement governance., • Support strategic sourcing initiatives led by Category Managers when required., • Identify opportunities for standardisation, supplier consolidation and cost optimisation. Supplier Management • Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers., • Identify, evaluate and qualify alternative suppliers., • Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective action plans where necessary., • Support contract compliance and supplier risk management activities. Stakeholder Management • Acts as the local procurement focal point for the each UK sites, driving procurement best practices, providing support and guidance to local stakeholders., • Challenge demand and support internal customers in defining the most appropriate technical and commercial solutions for each UK sites., • Facilitate discussions between suppliers and technical teams., • Promote procurement best practices and compliance across the organisation. Procurement Excellence • Execute, support and improve Procure-to-Pay processes., • Maintain high data quality standards within SAP, Coupa and procurement systems., • Contribute to procurement reporting and performance tracking., • Lead or support projects to increase procurement efficiency and business value., • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and procurement governance. Qualifications & Experience Education & Experience • Bachelor’s degree with relevant professional background with experience in operational and technical purchasing., • Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or operational purchasing within an industrial environment, working closely with maintenance, engineering, and technical stakeholders., • Demonstrated experience managing tenders and negotiating medium to high-value contracts & sourcing projects. Technical Skills • Strong negotiation capabilities with contract management expertise., • Understanding of supplier relationship management and supplier performance., • Ability to conduct spend analysis and identify value creation opportunities., • Knowledge of sourcing methodologies and tender management., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills., • Experience with SAP and procurement platforms such as Coupa. Languages • English: Fluent & other languages are a plus Personal Attributes • Works autonomously, is comfortable making decisions and demonstrates ownership and accountability., • Commercially minded, results driven, can balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution., • Builds strong relationships and influences stakeholders effectively., • Is curious, continuously seeks improvement opportunities and is comfortable operating in a challenging industrial environment. What We Offer • A highly visible procurement role with significant autonomy – remote manager (Belgium), • Exposure to a wide range of purchasing categories and stakeholders., • Opportunity to lead procurement initiatives with tangible business impact., • International collaboration within the Western Europe Procurement organisation., • Continuous development opportunities and exposure to strategic sourcing activities., • A dynamic industrial environment where procurement plays a key role in business performance.

Area Sales Manager - Bulk Cement Home Based | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Company Car/Car Allowance + Benefits Build Strong Customer Partnerships. Drive Commercial Growth. Shape the Future of Construction. We are looking for an experienced Area Sales Manager with a strong background in theCement Industry to join our Commercial team. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a key territory, managing strategic customer relationships whilst driving profitable growth across our bulk cement portfolio. You'll work closely with ready-mix concrete producers, precast manufacturers, merchants, contractors and major infrastructure projects, ensuring customers receive best-in-class service and technical support. As the face of our business within your region, you'll play a critical role in delivering sales performance, identifying new opportunities and strengthening our position within the market. The Role Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager, you will be responsible for: • Managing and developing existing customer accounts across your territory., • Driving growth in cement volumes, revenue and margin., • Developing strong relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders., • Identifying and securing new business opportunities across target market sectors., • Negotiating pricing agreements and commercial contracts., • Providing customers with product, technical and market knowledge., • Supporting major projects and key account activity within your region., • Producing accurate sales forecasts and market intelligence., • Working collaboratively with Operations, Logistics, Customer Services, Technical and Finance teams., • Monitoring competitor activity and market trends., • Ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety, Competition Law and company policies.About You To be successful in this role, you'll bring: • Proven sales and account management experience within the Cement Industry., • Strong understanding of bulk cement products, applications and routes to market., • Experience managing key customer relationships and negotiating commercial agreements., • A successful track record of delivering sales growth and profitability., • Strong commercial awareness and business acumen., • Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills., • The ability to work independently whilst managing a regional territory., • Strong planning, organisational and forecasting capabilities., • Full UK driving licence.Highly Desirable, • Experience selling bulk cement to ready-mix concrete, precast, infrastructure or construction customers., • Knowledge of major project sales and specification-led selling., • Experience in construction materials, aggregates, concrete or related heavy building materials sectors.What We Offer, • A highly autonomous role with significant commercial responsibility., • The opportunity to work with some of the UK's largest construction projects and customers., • A collaborative, supportive and experienced commercial team., • Excellent career development opportunities within a market-leading organisation., • Competitive salary, bonus and benefits package. Why Tarmac We don't just offer a job, we offer a career. Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including: • Bonus scheme, • Enhanced holiday entitlement, • Contributory pension scheme, • Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc., • Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice, • Access to our Employee Communities, where you can network, learn from others, and increase your awareness of the support available to you. Our three Employee Communities are: Health and Wellbeing, Inclusion and Identity, Personal Growth and Development, • Training and development opportunities Tarmac iscommittedto being aForces-friendly employer. If youre coming from a military background, well support your transition and help you build a successful career with us. Were proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and arecommittedto creating aninclusiveenvironment for everyone.If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, were here to support you. Ready to build your future? Click Apply to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so dont wait too long! #Tarmac #TarmacCareers Tarmac Trading Limited JBRP1_UKTJ

Previous experience in a HR Manager or HR Business Partner role within a fast-paced operational or manufacturing environment. Collaborate with the wider HR team to promote consistency, share best practice and support HR projects across the business. Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best

We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded HR Manager to join our Cement business, supporting our Tunstead Cement Plant, Commercial and Supply Chain & Logistics Central operations. What You'll Be Doing As HR Manager, you'll deliver a proactive, commercially focused HR service that sup

Site Manager - Norwich External Plan Maintenance Projects - Social Housing Up to £55,000 Plus Package Our Client, a leading nationwide construction contractor are currently looking for an experienced site manager to join their planned works division on a ten year framwork. Projects that are being delivered will are internal and external plan maintenance projects. They will be being delivered to tower blocks and scattered properties in Norwich and the surrounding areas. On a day to day basis, you will act as an integral part of the operational team and carry out the following duties: Management of sub-contractors & direct operatives Lead the site team to the best of your ability Manage delivery of works to specification Have several direct reports to manage including RLO's and office staff Pre & post inspections of works Health & safety & quality checks My client are looking for someone with strong communication skills and a proven track record managing and delivering planned maintenance projects. A valid SMSTS, First Aid, CSCS, and Asbestos Awareness are required. This is a permanent position which will offer training and development as well as good progression opportunities for the successful candidate. If you are interested please apply directly or contact Jamie Goodhew for more information. Fortus Recruitment Group Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Fortus Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer. TPBN1_UKTJ

Office based| Buxton, Derbyshire (SK17 9RZ)| Full time| 40 hrs p.w.| Mon Fri Bradburys is a leading UK food business and has been providing quality cheese to consumers, sourced from regions of the United Kingdom and around the globe, and is very highly regarded amongst the retail and foodservice community. The key to our success can be attributed to the winning combination of industry knowledge and experience over our 140 year history coupled with continuous innovation to meet future customer trends and demands. Our hiring motto is have the right person in the right job. We are looking for an enthusiastic, competent?Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to help us maintain the highest Health & Safety practises and procedures across our busy manufacturing facility. Reporting to the Head of HR you will oversee and ensure full compliance across H&S and Environmental working with Managers and operatives to deliver and grow our Safety culture. Role Purpose : To develop, implement, monitor, and continuously improve the organisations environmental, health, and safety policies and systems. The role ensures legal compliance, reduces risk, promotes safe working practices, and strengthens the companys overall safety culture. SUMMARY Type: Full-Time, 40 hours per week Pattern: Monday Friday Location: Onsite in Buxton (SK17 9RZ). Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Work authorisation: Existing UK work authorisation is required/ Please note there is no visa sponsorship available for this role Start date: To be agreed Deadline: Interviews will be on a rolling basis ; we may close the role earlier, once a suitable candidate is found Benefits: Competitive salary 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted Gym membership Store discounts Full EAP system Company staff shop Free on-site parking Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager Key Responsibilities Health & Safety Develop and maintain the organisations Health & Safety management system. Conduct regular site inspections, risk assessments, and audits. Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; produce reports and corrective actions. Ensure compliance with UK legislation (e.g., Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH, RIDDOR, Manual Handling). Deliver induction and refresher safety training for employees and contractors. Monitor PPE usage, safety signage, and safe systems of work. Lead emergency preparedness planning (fire drills, first aid arrangements, evacuation procedures). Environmental Management Support ISO 14001 or other environmental management systems (if applicable). Monitor waste streams, emissions, and environmental compliance. Lead sustainability initiatives (energy reduction, recycling, environmental impact reduction). Liaise with regulators (Environment Agency, local authorities). Compliance & Reporting Maintain accurate records of audits, training, incidents, and compliance documentation. Prepare EHS reports and KPIs for senior management. Stay up to date with EHS regulations and best practice and advise the business accordingly. Culture & Engagement Promote a positive EHS culture across the organisation. Collaborate with managers and staff to identify hazards and improve safety practices. Drive continuous improvement in all EHS areas. Required Skills & Qualifications Essential NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent). Experience in an EHS role (industry-specific experience beneficial). Excellent knowledge of EHS legislation and compliance requirements. Strong communication, investigation, and report-writing skills. Proactive, organised, and able to influence at all levels. Desirable NEBOSH Diploma or working towards it. ISO 45001 / 14001 audit experience or qualifications. Environmental qualification (IEMA Foundation Certificate). Experience in manufacturing, construction, logistics, or similar high-risk environments. Key Competencies Risk management Incident investigation Coaching and training Stakeholder engagement Analytical thinking Continuous improvement mindset JBRP1_UKTJ

Production Manager Bradburys is a leading UK food business that provides quality cheese to consumers, sourced from regions of the United Kingdom and around the globe, and is highly regarded amongst the retail and foodservice customer base. The key to our success can be attributed to the winning combination of industry knowledge and experience over our 140-year history coupled with continuous innovation to meet future customer trends and demands. The purpose of the Production Manager is to organise, facilitate and lead manufacturing activities to ensure excellence within all activities concerning Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and People related disciplines. The position reports to the Operations Manager and manages teams of up to 35 production operatives. Our ideal person has strong management and leadership skills, is methodical and forward thinking. Full time | Rotating shifts (06hr00 – 14hr00 / 14hr00 -22hr00) | Mon – Fri |Based in Buxton, Derbyshire (SK17 9RZ) The Production Manager will be responsible for: Top 3 Priorities • Ensure a safe working environment for yourself and all personnel within the business, you will adopt, coach and lead all safety initiatives and address concerns with immediate resolutions., • Coach and develop business excellence to direct and immediate non-direct reports delivering value to customers, stakeholders and employees ensuring commitment to the principles whilst creating a supporting environment, you will foster teamwork and collaboration with accuracy in communication and alignment., • Monitor team and individual performance, develop new ways of working, drive the initiative and instil ownership to ensure a successful outcome Additional Responsibilities Key member of the Operations Management Team reporting into the Site Operations Manager. To comply with Health & Safety legislations in line with company policies. To effectively manage day-to-day Factory operations & to ensure all manufacturing. performance KPIs are achieved in line with Company procedures. Key interaction with all disciplines across site in conjunction with delivering factory performance. To lead and support the site in strategic initiatives to move the business forward. Ensure health and safety is prioritised with relevant training and working with H & S. Team ensuring any accidents and investigated promptly and appropriate actions taken. Working with Warehouse and Logistics teams to ensure the customer needs are met. Coach the effective handover of shifts to ensure tasks are completed efficiently. Develop your direct reports in achieving excellence with leadership functionality at the heartbeat of everything we do. Resolve people related problems, queries and conflicts in a fair, consistent and timely manner seeking support from your line manager and HR where appropriate. Proactively develop improved ways of working and implementing change. Contribute to daily, weekly, monthly meetings concerning business needs and controls. Ensure your people are trained and are competent in all associated activities, task and machine process based. Areas of responsibility will be audit (internal & external) ready at all times with emphasis on people, process and the environment. Regularly review the training matrix to identify Skills gaps and generate training plans to fill these gaps, there is always a succession and contingency plan in place. Facilitate and coordinate the required training to personnel to ensure there are adequate contingencies in place to overcome shortfalls. Conversant with business systems this is in relation to current and new operating systems. Work collaboratively with the Sales and NPD departments to ensure smooth and accurate trial productions and first production runs raising any concerns or issues and solutions. MBWA within High Care & Low Care areas. Lead customer site visits involving the operations areas. Assist with supplier site visits involving the operations areas. Assist with any internal or external audits facilitating any involvement from employees or required paperwork. Regularly review Cost controls and efficiencies for the operations and proactively looking for cost saving initiatives. Investigate and supply correct data and information on variances to WIP & Labour recovery with corrective actions on negative to standard outcomes. Liaise with the Agency to accurately inform them of agency staff plans, agency staffing issues and complete agency pay sheets in a timely manner Working in conjunction to deliver on mandatory KPI’s timeously. The Production Manager will have: • Work authorisation: Existing UK work authorisation is required/ Please note there is no visa sponsorship available for this role, • Experience of working within food manufacturing at First Line Manager level or above Drive results in a fast-paced complex environment., • Knowledge and experience of driving improvement within various departments, • Ability to coach and mentor people who manage people, • Strong leader who leads by example, • Excellent communication / engagement skills, • Self-motivated and highly resilient, • Financial / commercial awareness Ability to make tough people decisions., • To have the ability to communicate at all levels of the business., • Excellent problem-solving skills.The ability to prioritise and work effectively under pressure, • IOSH certification / Occupational Safety & Health, • HACCP Level 3, • ILM Level 4 Benefits: Competitive salary ; 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) Company pension; Full EAP system Cycle to work scheme ; Discounted Gym membership Store discounts; Company staff shop and Free on-site parking Health and Safety Responsibilities • Strategic Leadership: Lead by example and embed health, safety and environmental standards in every site decision and action., • Risk Management: Oversee the development, review and continuous improvement of risk assessments, safe systems of work (SSOW) and method statements for all production activities., • Accident and Incident Oversight: Ensure accidents, near-misses and safety concerns are fully investigated, root causes identified, and corrective and preventive actions implemented and documented., • Training and Competency: Ensure employees and line managers are trained in relevant safety procedures, including manual handling, emergency response, PPE use and hazard identification. Maintain the safety training matrix and address skills gaps., • Collaboration: Work with the Health & Safety Team, HR and external auditors to maintain and improve site standards and support cross-functional safety initiatives., • Performance Monitoring: Review safety performance through KPIs, audits, inspections and walkarounds (MBWA), identify trends and initiate improvements., • Site Safety Audits and Compliance: Lead or support internal and external audits and maintain readiness for regulatory or customer visits., • Leadership Accountability: Serve as the senior contact for operational health and safety escalations and remain accountable for a safe working environment across all departments and shifts

HR Manager Location: Buxton / High Peak Salary: Up To £63,000 + Bonus + Benefits Working Pattern: On-site Industry: Manufacturing / Industrial Contract: Permanent, Full-time Ashley Kate are pleased to be supporting our client in the search for an experienced HR Manager to join their established operation in the Buxton area. This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished HR professional who enjoys working at the heart of a fast-paced, operational business. You will work closely with senior leaders and site management, providing commercially focused HR support while helping to shape the people agenda across a complex industrial environment. The role As HR Manager, you will act as a trusted partner to senior stakeholders, providing pragmatic HR advice and ensuring people priorities support wider business objectives. Your responsibilities will include: Partnering with senior leaders and operational management on people strategy and workforce priorities Providing expert guidance on complex employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance cases Supporting organisational change, restructuring and business transformation initiatives Managing and developing positive relationships within a unionised environment Supporting consultation and negotiations with trade union representatives Coaching and developing managers to strengthen leadership capability and people management Supporting workforce and succession planning to ensure the business has the skills and capability required for the future Working closely with recruitment and talent teams to attract and retain key skills Identifying development requirements and supporting talent and leadership development initiatives Using people data and HR insights to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement Contributing to wider HR projects and continuous improvement across the organisation About you We are looking for an experienced HR professional who is comfortable operating in a hands-on, commercially focused environment. You will ideally have: Strong generalist HR experience at HR Manager, Senior HR Business Partner or equivalent level Previous experience within a manufacturing, engineering, industrial or similarly operational environment Excellent knowledge of UK employment law and employee relations Experience handling complex and sensitive ER cases Exposure to trade unions and collective employee relations Experience supporting organisational change, restructuring or transformation The confidence to influence and challenge senior stakeholders constructively Strong coaching, communication and relationship-building skills A commercial and pragmatic approach to HR CIPD qualification or equivalent HR experience would be advantageous This is a highly visible HR position offering the opportunity to have a genuine impact on both the people agenda and wider operational performance of a substantial UK organisation. For more information please contact Alice Connors on (phone number removed). About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies

K.A.G. Recruitment is proud to be exclusively partnering with our client, a leading manufacturer within the Food industry, to recruit a Supplier Assurance Manager to join their Sustainability team based in Warminster. Job Title: Supplier Assurance Manager Location: Warminster - Hybrid (3 days per week) Package: Up to £50,000 DOE + 7.5% KPI Bonus • Healthcare, Life Assurance, 6% Pension Contribution, Wellbeing & Support Workshops, 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays Hours: 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday with flexible start and finish times About the Role You will ensure suppliers meet company, customer and regulatory requirements across sustainability, ethical trade, food safety and responsible sourcing, whilst supporting the wider CSR strategy and strengthening supplier resilience. The role also provides day-to-day management of the team. Key Responsibilities Lead supplier assurance, compliance and responsible sourcing activities across the supply base. Manage supplier approval, documentation, risk assessments, audits and ongoing compliance. Ensure suppliers meet customer and regulatory requirements, including SEDEX, Modern Slavery and environmental compliance. Lead the VACCP process and contribute to TACCP activities. Support the delivery of sustainability and ESG initiatives, reporting and customer submissions. Maintain accurate supplier records, specifications, audit reports and compliance documentation. Prepare reports, dashboards and presentations for internal and external stakeholders. Support continuous improvement of supplier assurance processes and internal auditing. Build strong relationships with suppliers, auditors, customers and internal stakeholders. Act as the key contact for supplier assurance and responsible sourcing queries relating to major retail customers. Lead, support and develop the team, ensuring clear priorities, effective workload management and high delivery standards. Represent the business at relevant industry events and conferences when required. Skills & Experience You will have experience within the food industry, ideally gained within supplier assurance, technical compliance, responsible sourcing or sustainability. Ideally you will have knowledge of BRCGS standards, UK retailer requirements, ethical trade frameworks and ESG/sustainability principles, alongside excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving abilities are essential, together with a proactive leadership approach and excellent attention to detail. You will be confident using Excel, data analysis, PowerPoint and supplier management/documentation systems. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing food business in a senior supplier assurance role, with the opportunity to influence responsible sourcing, sustainability, supplier compliance and operational resilience across a significant supply base. The role will also offer the opportunity to lead and develop a small specialist team. You will require a full UK driving licence and valid passport as occasional travel to suppliers, customer meetings, audits and industry events will be required