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Procurement | Bespoke Design & Manufacturing | British Craftsmanship | Specialist Materials | Luxury Brand OperationsExceptional pieces begin with inspired design. Bringing them to life takes exceptional people.At David Harber , we create internationally renowned sculptures, sundials and water features for some of the world's most prestigious private, commercial and public spaces.Behind every piece lies a carefully coordinated blend of creative talent, skilled craftsmanship, specialist materials and trusted partners.As our Buyer / Procurement Manager, you'll bring these elements together, helping our team translate artistic vision into beautifully finished work, ready to take its place in extraordinary settings.You'll take ownership of procurement, supplier relationships, materials and stock, working closely with our design and workshop teams to make sure every commission receives the care, planning and attention it deserves.Beyond the day-to-day, you'll have the opportunity to refine how we work, introduce better systems and grow into broader operational leadership within an established British luxury design business.Essential experienceYou'll have experience buying raw materials and components, such as steel and other metals, stone, timber or other specialist materials, for a manufacturing or bespoke production environment. We're looking for someone who has sourced what goes into making a finished product, rather than buying finished goods for resale.The Role at a GlanceBuyer Procurement ManagerOxfordshire – Fully site-based during probation, with potential for one day working from home thereafterNegotiable Salary DOEPlus BenefitsFull Time | PermanentCompany: Multi-award-winning, internationally renowned luxury sculptures, sundials and water featuresOur Values: Creativity. Teamwork. Excellence. Collaboration. PrideEnvironment: Bespoke Design | British Craftsmanship | Exceptional MaterialsFocus: Procurement | Supplier Relationships | Materials & Stock | Workshop Operations | DeliverySystems: Sage 200 ERP | Inventory & Process ImprovementCareer Progression: Opportunity to Develop Towards Head of OperationsAbout David HarberDavid Harber is an internationally recognised British design business whose sculptures, sundials and water features bring artistry and individuality to private gardens, public landscapes and distinguished commercial spaces around the world.Every piece brings together creative vision, craftsmanship and engineering, with exceptional attention to form, materials and finish.That same care extends behind the scenes. Our designers, craftspeople and wider team work closely with specialist suppliers and partners to bring each piece to life. You'll play a central role in making that collaboration work beautifully.The OpportunityWe are looking for an experienced Procurement / Purchasing professional from a manufacturing or bespoke production environment to take ownership of procurement, supplier relationships, materials and stock, while playing a key role in the day-to-day operational flow of our Oxfordshire workshop.This is not a retail buying role or a purely strategic procurement position . You'll be close to the workshop, working directly with production, design, sales and finance to make sure the right materials and services are available at the right time, to the right specification and at the right cost.You'll also have the opportunity to help improve the way we operate, including supporting the implementation of Sage 200 , strengthening stock control and developing more effective purchasing and operational processes.Over time, there is scope for this role to develop into broader operational leadership.Where You'll Make an ImpactThoughtful Procurement & Trusted PartnershipsLead purchasing across specialist materials and subcontracted services.Build dependable supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, terms and lead times.Monitor quality, supplier performance, expenditure and supply risks.Ensure our craftspeople have the right materials at the right time, balancing quality, availability and cost.From Creative Vision to DeliveryCoordinate operational priorities across design, workshop production, finishing and delivery.Take ownership of stock accuracy, inventory management and materials planning.Organise logistics, deliveries and fleet requirements.Support high standards of Health & Safety, maintaining clear records and practical processes.Refine How We WorkIdentify opportunities to improve workflow, reduce unnecessary costs and resolve delays.Strengthen communication, planning and accountability across teams.Support the successful implementation and adoption of Sage 200 ERP.Lead two direct reports and help develop the wider operational function.About YouYou understand what it takes to bring a beautifully designed physical product to life: the right materials, trusted suppliers, careful planning and close collaboration with the people making it.Your background might include luxury interiors, bespoke furniture, architectural lighting, decorative metalwork, stone or another design-led business where craftsmanship and quality matter.You'll be comfortable working closely with a workshop, understanding practical requirements and balancing creative priorities with commercial realities.You may already be a Procurement, Operations or Supply Chain Manager, or an experienced Buyer ready to take on wider responsibility. What matters is your ability to bring clarity, care and commercial judgement to a varied, hands-on role.You'll Bring:Strong procurement, buying and supplier-management experience.Confident negotiation and cost-control skills, with an appreciation of quality and craftsmanship.Experience managing physical materials, stock and inventory.Strong planning skills and the ability to coordinate competing priorities.A track record of improving processes and making day-to-day operations run more smoothly.Clear communication and a collaborative approach across creative, commercial and workshop teams.Practical problem-solving, attention to detail and a willingness to take ownership.Even Better If You Bring:Experience with bespoke, luxury or high-value products.Knowledge of metals, stone or other specialist materials.ERP implementation experience, particularly Sage 200.Workshop planning, logistics or fleet experience.Health & Safety knowledge.Experience applying structured process improvements in a craft or design-led setting.Why David Harber?This is an opportunity to bring your commercial and organisational strengths to a business creating pieces of lasting beauty.You'll work close to the design and craftsmanship, see the tangible results of your contribution and have the scope to shape how the business operates.As your knowledge and responsibilities grow, there is a longer-term opportunity to develop towards Head of Operations .Bring Your Eye for Detail to Something Exceptional.If you enjoy working with talented people, appreciate fine craftsmanship and want more scope to shape how things happen, this could be your next move.Apply now to build your next chapter with David Harber.Application notice... 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The following content displays a map of the jobs location - Didcot • Annual salary of up to £112,500 depending on experience and £11,000 per session for newly qualified GPs., • Full indemnity cover., • Six weeks annual leave and one week study leave pro rata., • Support for SPIN fellowship applications., • Support with a Tier 2 visa if required, subject to approval by the GMC and GP Performers List., • Full financial and practical support to become F2 supervisor/GP Trainer with associated income benefits., • The benefits of working with an at scale provider of primary care means that we lots of opportunities for our colleagues to specialise and develop., • Cycle to work scheme., • Travel season ticket loans, • Discount cards., • Employee wellbeing services including free yoga videos and employee wellbeing app. Location: Oak Tree Health Centre, Didcot Salary: Up to £112,500 depending on experience Help us to deliver great primary care by improving access, outcomes and patient experience. At Operose Health, we delivery local primary care, at scale. It is our purpose to improve access, outcomes and patient experience. Our colleagues live our values and our empowered to be the best they can be for our patients, and each other – because we CARE. We listen and through compassion, understanding and a willingness to keep an open mind, we support and empower people to have a healthier future. Through determination and our passion for transforming the patient experience, we continue to redefine and revolutionise the future of primary care. Creative, agile, with a devotion for lifelong learning, we go above and beyond to improve the quality of our services. We strive to do the best we can do and be the best we can be for our patients, employees and NHS partners. As a valued member of the Operose Health team, your key duties will include: • To deliver high quality clinical care to the patients registered and attending the GP surgery and to work closely with the clinical leads and local practice team to support the delivery of the surgeries operational plan., • You will strive to maintain qualify within the practice ensuring participation in clinical governance activity and contribute to the improvement in qualify health outcomes through audit and the Quality and Outcomes Framework and contributing to the practice achieving other qualify standards to include CQC standards., • To provide clinical care to patients as described in the job plan and in line with the total triage model. This will include consultation sessions (both in person and by video), telephone triage, correspondence, results, medication reviews and prescription signing and other clinical administration,safeguarding lead, medicals, reports, home visits, surgery meetings and on-call (excluding out of hours)., • To adhere to the highest personal and professional standards as set out by the GMC and to put individual patient care as your priority., • Working with the Practice Manager and site clinical lead to support the development, delivery and review of the surgery action plan – including list growth, patient satisfaction levels, QOF, enhanced services, KPI targets, resource profile and cost management. What we look for in new colleagues: • Current registration with GMC and NHS performers list and engaged in regular clinical work., • An experienced doctor with GP accreditation - MRCGP examination or equivalent experience., • Clear commitment to delivering quality and patient focused services., • Sound knowledge of QOF, LCS, DES, CQUINs and use of appropriate coding., • Ideally have a working knowledge of clinical systems such as SystmOne or EMISweb. We provide local primary care, at scale Operose Health delivers primary care to over 700,000 registered patients, across 82 locations in 16 ICB areas. We have over 250,000 attendances at our urgent care centres and support some of the most vulnerable people through our specialist GP surgeries. Our clinical model of localised delivery allows services to concentrate on local health needs, priorities and connections - whilst benefitting from the regional and centralised support that scale provides. Our patients are our partners and we are committed to empowering and supporting them to lead healthier lives. We use patient feedback, our innovative data systems and scale to adapt services to meet local need, reduce health care inequality and drive integration within our neighbourhoods. Through our reach, innovative data systems, scale and determination, we have the capability and insight to support the NHS with access and delivery challenges. We care about our patients, our people, our communities and neighbourhoods, and the future of primary care. We are led by our values and are a trusted provider in the NHS. #J-18808-Ljbffr