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A growing UK-based refurbishment contractor is seeking a motivated individual to join their purchasing team.This role involves liaising with service providers, ensuring adherence to financial procedures and providing clear communication.The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, be a co

AD are a successful and rapidly growing refurbishment and maintenance contractor, and in cohesion with this expansion, we are looking for an individual who has the motivation to improve their current skill set and employ a brand-new set of skills to add to their repertoire.For any individual, this i

AD are a successful and rapidly growing refurbishment and maintenance contractor, and in cohesion with this expansion, we are looking for an individual who has the motivation to improve their current skill set and employ a brand-new set of skills to add to their repertoire.For any individual, this i

A leading refurbishment contractor in Sidcup is seeking a motivated individual for a purchasing role.This position requires excellent organisational skills, confident negotiation abilities, and the capacity to work collaboratively within a team.Responsibilities include liaising with suppliers, manag

International Transport Planner Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 Per Annum Location: Dartford Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm Integral Staff are proud to be recruiting on behalf of our well-established client for an International Transport Planner based in Dartford. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced logistics professional to join a fast-paced transport operation specialising in European distribution. Key Responsibilities: • Coordinate import and export movements across European routes, with a focus on Benelux and Italy., • Allocate work to subcontracted drivers, ensuring efficient collection and delivery coverage., • Manage and build relationships with external hauliers and distributors., • Sell and source return loads, maximising vehicle utilisation and reducing empty runs., • Liaise with customers and partners to ensure timely and efficient movement of goods., • Monitor ongoing shipments and resolve any issues proactively. Requirements: • Previous experience in an International Transport Planner / European Planner role (essential)., • Strong understanding of import/export operations and European transport routes., • Experience working with subcontractors and external hauliers., • Commercial awareness, particularly in buying and selling loads., • Excellent communication and organisational skills., • Ability to work in a fast-paced, reactive environment. What’s on Offer: • Competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000 per annum., • Monday to Friday working hours – 8:00am to 5:00pm., • Supportive and collaborative working environment., • Opportunity to develop within a growing international logistics operation. If you’re an experienced Transport Planner with a background in European logistics and subcontractor coordination, we want to hear from you. Apply today by sending your CV to Integral Staff

Join Howdens where our trade depots are recruiting Kitchen Sales Designers who thrive in a fast-paced sales environment. We're looking for commercially minded individuals who can build strong relationships, influence buying decisions and exceed sales targets. We can offer you a successful career as a Kitchen Sales Designer, and you don't need previous design experience. We'll provide you with comprehensive design and sales training to create exceptional kitchens for our trade customers and their clients. What we can offer you: Competitive salary, brilliant bonuses and outstanding depot incentives Full CAD, product and sales training via our Ready to Trade Programme Competitive Pension Plan up to 12% company contribution Up to 32 days annual leave per year including bank holidays, rising with service Generous staff discount on Howdens products Buy-as-you-earn share scheme 40 hour working week working every other Saturday morning. No Sunday or Bank Holiday working Career progression opportunities into sales management roles Virtual GP access and wellbeing support for you and your family What we are looking for: Results driven with experience of reaching sales targets and KPI Ability to build trusted relationships with our trade customers and their client Excellent communication skills, able to convey your ideas clearly and effectively Full UK Driving license with access to your own vehicle for home visits Strong attention to detail and an eye for design CAD skills are preferred, but not essential as you will receive training What you will be doing: Driving sales performance and profit by achieving your depot targets Building strong customer relationships through professional design support Delivering exceptional customer service throughout the project Conducting home visits to measure, assess and understand your client's needs Negotiating prices confidently while protecting margin and design integrity Planning and creating inspirational and practical designs utilising your strong product knowledge to advise customers and resolve queries throughout the process About Us: Howdens Joinery is the UK's number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 950 depots throughout the UK and Europe, making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan, we continue to build on our £2.4 billion turnover. How to apply: If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Kitchen Sales Designer, then we are keen to hear from you. Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you. #LI-LO1 #CVL INDKSD #Reed

Job Title: Contracts Manager | Cladding & EWI Remediation Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 + package Location: Dartford / Clapham (Office & Site Based) The Role As Contracts Manager, you will hold dual responsibility for the operational success and commercial viability of a major cladding remediation program. You will lead the delivery of complex external envelope works (Cladding, EWI, and Brick Slips) while ensuring the project remains profitable and compliant with the latest Building Safety Act 2022 standards. Operational Responsibilities Project Lifecycle Management: Oversee the project from pre-start mobilization through to final completion certificate and handover. Programme Delivery: Develop and manage detailed master programmes, ensuring all milestones are met and "Gateway" approvals are secured without delaying the critical path. Supply Chain Leadership: Select, onboard, and manage specialist sub-contractors. You will be responsible for their performance, health and safety, and adherence to technical specifications. Health & Safety / Compliance: Act as the primary champion for site safety. Ensure all high-risk facade works (working at height, fire-stopping) are executed under strict Permit to Work systems. Resource Planning: Ensure the correct balance of labour, plant, and materials are available across the project to maintain the £13m-per-year run rate.Commercial Responsibilities Budgetary Control: Full P&L accountability for the £13m contract. Monitor actual spend against the budget and implement cost-control measures where necessary. Valuations & Variations: Oversee the submission of monthly valuations. Identify, price, and negotiate variations. Procurement Strategy: Work with the buying team to secure materials (A1/A2 rated systems) and sub-contractor packages that align with the tender's commercial targets. Risk Management: Maintain a live Risk Register. Proactively identify commercial risks-such as material price volatility or regulatory changes-and develop mitigation strategies. Contractual Administration: Ensure all notices, claims, and correspondence are issued in strict accordance with the contract (JCT/NEC).Technical & Regulatory Requirements Systems Knowledge: Strong technical grounding in Rainscreen Cladding, External Wall Insulation (EWI), and Brick Slip systems. Building Safety Act (2026 Standards): Comprehensive understanding of "The Golden Thread." You must ensure that all commercial and operational data is digitally archived for the Building Safety Regulator (BSR). Fire Safety: Working knowledge of PAS 9980 and the requirements for non-combustible material integration.Candidate Profile Experience: 5+ years in a senior management role (Contracts Manager or Senior PM) within the external envelope or major refurb sector. Flagship & Heritage Experience: Proven track record of delivering works on "Flagship" assets or Grade II / Listed buildings. You must demonstrate an ability to manage the unique sensitivities of high-profile architecture, including strict adherence to aesthetic specifications and liaising with heritage consultants or conservation officers where required. Commercial Acumen: You should be as comfortable with a spreadsheet and a contract as you are on a scaffold. Qualifications: * CSCS Black Card & SMSTS. Degree in Construction Management or a Commercial discipline (Quantity Surveying) is highly desirable

Category Buying Manager - Grocery (Confectionery, Soft Drinks, Ambient). We are working with a well-established and fast-growing UK food retailer looking to appoint a Category Buying Manager to take ownership of a key grocery category. As Category Buying Manager, you will take full ownership of a hi

We are confidentially recruiting for a.This position is crucial for maximising commercial returns across a key product category.You will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive category plan that leverages the business’s significant scale.Key areas of focus will include:.Maximi

Lime Talent is looking to connect with senior retail buying and category professionals in the UK who may be open to exploring international career opportunities.

We are seeking an experienced and driven Lettings Operations and Compliance Lead to join our Central London lettings team.Reporting directly to the Lettings Manager, you will play a key supporting role in managing the lettings team, driving performance, overseeing deal progression and maintaining h

This award‑winning UK retailer is seeking a Senior Buying Manager to take ownership of the product offer within one of its Ambient Grocery categories. Reporting to the Head of Buying, this is a high‑profile position with responsibility for shaping and developing the category strategy. You will i

A digital advertising company in Greater London is looking for a Senior Product Manager to enhance the agency buying experience on their platform. You will be responsible for defining the agency account model, managing buyer identities, and enabling agency-led deal buying.

This is a varied, hands‑on position offering exposure to purchasing, product development, marketing, and supply chain operations.Working within a small, collaborative team in a growing business, you'll have the opportunity to contribute across multiple functions and develop a broad commercial skil

CRASTER in London is seeking a Merchandising Assistant to support Buying and Merchandising teams with coordination, accuracy, and analysis of product ranges. Experience in merchandising or buying is preferred.

Candidates should have prior experience in buying, ideally within fashion or beauty.

As a Media Buying Executive, you’ll support the planning, buying, and optimisation of campaigns across your specialist area, working closely with clients, media owners, and internal teams to deliver high-quality results. Assisting with planning and buying media campaigns across your channel.

Ready to take the next step in your retail buying career? If you are highly numerate, detail-driven and excited by the opportunity to work for a truly global retail powerhouse, we’d love to hear from you. This role will suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced, data-driven buying environment and i

Buying Administration Assistant. Due to continued growth, the business is expanding its buying function and is looking for someone who can confidently manage supplier communication, quotations, purchasing activity and general sales support. Experience within materials, equipment or hospitality‑rel

Assisting with planning and buying media campaigns across your channel.

A leading retail company in Greater London is seeking a Buying Administrative Assistant (BAA) to support daily operations within the buying area and manage merchandise flow.

As a BAA, you will support the daily operational functions within your designated buying area; support the buying team in managing the overall merchandise flow. Provide administrative support to Buyer and Assistant Buyer in all areas of the buying department. Ability to multitask in our fast‑paced

If you are a natural curious person who has an interest in psychology, statistics, creativity and popular culture, you will probably find a career in media planning and buying a lifetime well spent. Using available research, analysis and TV systems to inform TV buying.

Import Export Buying Coordinator.

Crown Home Buying & Letting (CHBL) is a premier Central London estate agency specialising in luxury residential lettings and sales.

Crew Clothing Head Office in Kingston-on-Thames is looking for a Junior Buyer to support the Head of Buying in delivering the product range from design to store.

Crown Home Buying & Letting (CHBL) is seeking a Property Administrator to support their property management function in Central London.

A leading beauty and digital retail company in the UK is offering a 12-month Internship Programme designed for ambitious individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in Buying and Merchandising.

We're Goodstuff: a media planning and buying agency — and the way we think is what sets us apart. The bread and butter of what we do is media planning & buying, so here’s what we’re looking for:.

A prestigious luxury retailer in the UK is seeking a Head of Buying for the Home category. This role involves leading the development and implementation of buying and product strategies, ensuring a curated premium assortment that reflects heritage and quality. Candidates should have significant expe

Deliver buying targets through implementation of appropriate buying strategies. Experience in media buying (2 years+ is essential for application). As a Buying Manager, you will be responsible for purchasing OOH media inventory at a competitive pricing in market, fuelled by intelligence from our in-

Minimum 3 years’ hands‑on experience in a Business Analysis or business relationship management role within a retail environment, ideally with Buying & Merchandising expertise and experience delivering Assortment Planner or WSSI solutions.

A UK fashion retailer is looking for an entry-level Buying Administration Assistant to support the Buying team with various tasks, including critical path management, sample oversight, and order administration. This position will involve liaising with suppliers, assisting in the approval process, an

Reporting to the Senior Director, Buying & Franchise EMEA our Buying Manager is responsible for the successful execution of a seasonal assortment, that delivers our design vision in addition to sales, gross margin and inventory productivity goals across all channels. The Buying Manager is responsibl

MX, based in Greater London, is hiring a Buying Manager responsible for purchasing OOH media inventory. This role involves meeting buying targets, using market analysis for negotiations, and nurturing relationships with partners. A minimum of 2 years in media buying and strong negotiation skills are

Proven experience operating at Head of Buying or senior buying leadership level. The role owns the complete buying lifecycle, from concept through to trading, and is responsible for building a commercially strong, scalable product proposition that drives business growth across all core categories. O

Assisting with planning and buying media campaigns across your channel.

An opportunity has arisen to join the Packaging Buying team on a fixed term contract, as a Packaging Buying Co‑ordinator. You will be driving and supporting the procurement and supply excellence within the Packaging Buying Team, ensuring the procurement process and associated activity is efficient

Assisting with planning and buying media campaigns across your channel.

As an Assistant Buying Manager, you've already spent a few years honing your craft—now it's time to apply that expertise on an international scale. We're looking for a proactive professional who is ready to own their category and has the clear ambition to step up to Buying Manager and beyond. Be c

A leading retail company in Greater London seeks an experienced Assistant Buyer to support Buyers in delivering the Buying strategy.

Scotland is seeking a Retail Branch & Transfer Manager to handle car purchases and manage branch operations.The role offers flexible part-time hours, a salary of £28,200 per annum (OTE £34,120), and a fantastic monthly and annual bonus based on performance.Ideal candidates will have a full UK driv

We're Goodstuff: a media planning and buying agency — and the way we think is what sets us apart.

This role demands 7–12+ years in fashion buying, focusing on delivering a seasonal buying strategy while driving growth in the UK and internationally. OMNES is seeking a Head of Buying to lead the assortment across all channels.

Managing and coordinating sample requirement for the buying department to include Press, Wholesale and Photo samples. Collating the catalogue information between Garment Tech, Merchandising, Marketing and Buying and ensuring that the document is completed for the deadline. Understanding of the Buyin

Reporting to the Director of Buying and leading a team of Assistant Buyers, the successful candidate will help to drive sales, profitability and category management working with the national and international suppliers. Range management: aid the Buying Director on existing and future ranges through