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This is a hybrid role on a fixed-term contract until May 2027, with a minimum of three days in the office per week. The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below. At Cotswold Outdoor Group, the outdoors isn't just where we work, it's who we are. Every day, our head office teams play a vital role in helping people get outside, explore more, and experience the world around them. We're looking for a Assistant Buyer to cover our men's clothing category and join us on that journey. This role is about more than just day-to-day responsibilities, it's about shaping how we inspire our customers, support our stores, and grow our community of adventurers. We're currently based in Kemble but will be moving to central Swindon in Spring 2026 - just a short walk from the train station and the new bus boulevard. It's an exciting next step in our adventure, and a chance for you to be part of it from the very start. You can take a look at our new location here: 1 Newbridge Square, Swindon. About us We believe life's better when it's lived outdoors. From hiking and wild swimming to simply stepping away from the screen, nature helps us feel alive. At our head office, every role helps make those adventures possible. Whether it's shaping our systems, supporting our teams or driving key initiatives, you'll play a vital part in helping people get outside and explore more. We're part of the Cotswold Outdoor Group, including Runners Need and Snow + Rock, offering trusted brands, expert advice, and a commitment to protecting the planet. Whether it's your first step or your next move, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and be part of something bigger. What you'll be doing • Supporting seasonal planning, range development, and presentations to shape commercially strong, inspiring collections, • Contributing to the buying strategy to drive profitable growth and strengthen category performance, • Building supplier relationships and supporting negotiations to secure optimal pricing, quality, and margin, • Monitoring sales, trends, and competitor activity, turning insight into clear trading recommendations, • Collaborating with Merchandising, Marketing, and Visual Merchandising teams to deliver cohesive product storytelling across all channels, • Managing samples and supporting critical path milestones, including range sign-offs and product launches, • Engaging with product in-market through store visits, supplier meetings, and trade shows to inform decision-making, • Has proven experience as an Assistant Buyer, • Brings strong commercial instinct and a deep understanding of men's clothing, • Combines analytical thinking with creativity and initiative, alongside strong negotiation and communication skills, • Is highly proficient in Excel and PowerPoint, with excellent organisation and prioritisation skills in a fast-paced environment, • Is a resilient, collaborative team player who can influence stakeholders and help shape product direction Joining our team means more than just getting paid a salary, it's about being part of a workplace that values you, your growth and your wellbeing. You'll enjoy: • Starting salary of £26,000 - £28,000 with a yearly bonus of up to £1,530, • Hybrid working options to support your work-life balance, • 33 days holiday allowing you to recharge and explore the outdoors, • Staff discounts of 40-60% across our full range of outdoor brands We welcome applications from all genders, backgrounds, and experiences. Diverse teams make us stronger, helping us learn, grow, and create a place where everyone belongs. We want to hear your voice so encourage you to write your own application and use AI tools sparingly. xrnqpay We're looking for honesty, authenticity, and a real sense of who you are. Applications that feel generic or AI-generated may not stand out. This advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so don't wait too long to apply.

Role: Assistant Commercial Manager Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below. Location: Swindon Salary: 41k - 44k + car / car allowance We are working with a leading facilities management company who are seeking an experienced Assistant Commercial Manager on their blue light contract. This is a key role within the commercial team, working closely with operational and finance colleagues to ensure robust cost control, compliance, and commercial performance across both Hard and Soft services. You will support the commercial management of a long-term PFI contract based in Swindon. Responsibilities: • Support the Commercial Manager in the day-to-day commercial management of the PFI contract, • Assist with cost management, forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting, • Manage and administer variations, change control, and compensation events in line with PFI contractual mechanisms, • Monitor performance against KPIs, payment mechanisms, and lifecycle obligations, • Assist with subcontractor management, including valuations, applications for payment, and final accounts, • Ensure commercial compliance with contract terms, governance requirements, and company procedures, • Support audits, benchmarking exercises, and client reporting, • Proven experience working on NEC contracts xrnqpay, • A good understanding of Facilities Management, • Experience in a commercial or quantity surveying role within FM, • Knowledge of payment mechanisms, change control, and lifecycle cost management, • Strong analytical, numerical, and reporting skills, • Ability to communicate effectively with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders, • Degree or qualification in Commercial Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a well‑established property services and maintenance provider operating across Salisbury and the surrounding areas. This role is ideal for someone looking to take ownership of commercial responsibilities, work with a supportive team, and contribute to a wide range of refurbishment and maintenance projects. About the Role You will play a key part in managing the commercial delivery of projects from initial pricing through to final account. The role involves supporting operational teams, ensuring financial control, and maintaining strong relationships with clients and subcontractors. Key Responsibilities Prepare, manage, and monitor project budgets Produce accurate valuations, cost forecasts, and monthly reports Conduct site visits and liaise with operational teams to ensure financial alignment Procure subcontractors and negotiate contract terms Manage variations, claims, and final accounts Maintain strong client relationships and uphold service quality standards About You We are looking for someone who is: Experienced in Quantity Surveying within construction, maintenance, or property services Strong with numbers and commercially aware Confident managing multiple projects simultaneously An effective communicator who builds positive working relationships Highly organised, proactive, and detail‑focused Requirements Experience in a Quantity Surveyor or Assistant QS role Knowledge of commercial processes within planned or reactive maintenance (preferred but not essential) Full UK driving licence Strong IT skills, including Excel and commercial management software RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

About this Role: Experienced / ambitious Design Manager required to work with a leading Tier 1 main contractor to help manage the preconstruction design process and then construction phase for a large new build defence project near Salisbury, Wiltshire. Working with the Senior Design Manager for the project, you will be based in the Southampton office throughout the PCSA phase, then move on to site with the delivery team when works commence for a 24 month construction phase. Work is due to commence on site at the end of the year. Reporting to the Preconstruction Manager and working closely with the Senior Design Manager and with the wider preconstruction team, you will help to manage the detailed design development for the scheme through second stage, engaging with client, stakeholders, supply chain and end users. Thereafter you will take full responsibility for design management through the construction phase, based on site and working closely with the project delivery team throughout the construction. Duties will include: Management of design development for your project, Chairing regular design team meetings; Management of consultant design team; Regular liaison with clients, stakeholders and end users; Engagement with and managing specialist sub-contractor design teams; Agreement of information required schedule; Ensuring key dates achieved; Review of construction design information for buildability, compliance with contractors proposals, employers requirements, budget, current building legislation, etc; Identifying opportunities for value engineering where appropriate. Proactive issue resolution; Overall managing the smooth and timely delivery of detailed design information for procurement and construction throughout the preconstruction and build process. This is a progressive role intended to develop an ambitious Design Manager or high performing Assistant Design Manager into the SDM role over the duration of the project, establishing the positive client relationship and knowledge of this specific defence sector. About the Company: This role is to work with the regional office of a busy Tier 1 national main contractor, with experience and a proven track record in the delivery of new build and refurbishment schemes in defence, primary and secondary education, healthcare, higher education faculty buildings, student accommodation, blue light, etc. Turnover is circa £100m for the region primarily in the Hampshire, Wiltshire and Dorset areas. This project is one of several for a repeat client in a secure location, so in addition to this initial 3 years of work on the scheme as described, there is a further pipeline of work pursue in the same location. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: Either from an Engineering/Construction delivery or Architectural background, you will possess excellent technical and commercial knowledge, a keen understanding of construction methodology, materials and systems, procurement lead in times, etc. You will have excellent communication and negotiations skills, strong planning and problem-solving ability, initiative and a positive approach. In terms of character, you will be a driven, positive, thorough and detail focused. You will be an ambitious individual able to work well within a larger team dynamic. You will ideally have a proven track record of successful project delivery with a recognised Main Contractor in a Design Management role, plus previous experience of defence projects and working in a live MOD environment would be advantageous. High standards, attention to detail and the drive to deliver on programme, specification and budget will be very well rewarded with excellent salary, benefits, promotional and development prospects. Due to the project being situated within a secure defence location, it is a requirement for this position that the successful candidate holds a full UK passport. For more information on this contract please contact Martin Olney on (phone number removed) or send your CV to Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK