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Job Title: Sales Administrator Location: Kent, United Kingdom Reports To: Sales Manager / Head of Sales Type: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (flexible hours considered) Salary Guide: £22,000–£30,000 depending on experience and responsibilities. Role Summary The Sales Administrator provides day-to-day administrative support to the sales team, ensuring accurate order processing, excellent customer service, and smooth coordination between sales, logistics, and finance. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate who thrives on process, communication, and customer-facing tasks. Key Responsibilities • Process sales orders, quotations, and invoices accurately and within SLA., • Maintain and update customer records and CRM data., • Handle customer enquiries by phone and email, making sure responses are timely and helpful, and escalate any issues when needed, • Coordinate delivery schedules, liaise with logistics and suppliers, and chase order progress., • Prepare sales reports, order confirmations, and weekly pipeline updates for the sales team., • Support the finance team credit control and billing queries when needed., • Help with general admin tasks and occasionally assist with customer visits or internal improvements. Required Skills and Experience • Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in sales administration, customer service, or order processing., • Strong IT skills: MS Excel, Outlook, and experience with CRM/ERP systems., • Excellent communication and organisation skills; ability to prioritise and meet deadlines., • Attention to detail with numerical accuracy for invoicing and order entry., • Customer-focused attitude and ability to work collaboratively across teams. Qualifications and Desirable Attributes • A-levels or equivalent; GCSEs including Maths and English preferred., • Experience with EDI or complex order systems is advantageous., • Industry knowledge (manufacturing, wholesale, or tech) beneficial but not essential. Why join us? • Holiday entitlement (e.g., 25 days + bank holidays), • Company Pension Scheme, • Training budget

Store Manager Gillingham | Fashion Retail | Salary Up to £35,000 + Amazing Benefits! Are you a dynamic and passionate leader with a flair for fashion retail? We're on the hunt for a Store Manager to take charge of a fabulous store where you'll drive performance, inspire your team, and deliver an unforgettable shopping experience for your customers. This is your chance to be part of a thriving brand, with an incredible salary of up to £35,000 and a fantastic benefits package. Plus, there's plenty of room for career progression - the sky's the limit! What You'll Be Doing: • Lead and Inspire: Manage, motivate, and develop a team that shares your passion for fashion and customer service., • Drive Sales & Performance: Lead by example, setting the standard for excellence in both sales and customer service., • Create a Fantastic Shopping Experience: Ensure every customer leaves your store feeling delighted with exceptional service and a great shopping experience., • Retail Management Experience: You've managed a store or a senior team in a fashion or accessory environment., • Proven Track Record: You've successfully driven sales, managed KPIs, and boosted store performance., • Leadership Skills: You're a natural leader with the ability to inspire and motivate your team to achieve greatness., • Customer-Focused: You're passionate about delivering an outstanding customer experience., • Competitive Salary: Up to £35,000 + an amazing benefits package!, • Career Progression: The opportunity to grow and develop within a successful and expanding brand., • Exciting Challenges: Lead a store that's always moving forward, with new targets, goals, and opportunities to shine!, • Company Benefits : Lot's of added extras BH35228 JBRP1_UKTJ

We are looking for a keen and experienced service engineer, fitter, technician or mechanic to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is either an experienced powered access engineer OR maybe you are an experienced car mechanic, plant fitter or similar and want to do doing something a bit different. As a Workshop Service Engineer for Nationwide Platforms you will work within a busy depot to inspect, repair and maintain our machines ensuring that they are ready for use by our customers. Our machines are powered access machines such as booms and scissor lifts but don't worry full training will be given. So, providing you have a great attitude and are willing to learn plus have some mechanical/ electrical engineering experience behind you then this could be the role for you. In reward we can offer you a competitive salary, life assurance x2 contractual salary, Westfield health care plan, 25 days holiday and a pension. Working hours are Monday - Friday 8am - 5.30pm. Responsibilities include: - • Support the Senior Service Engineer in the effective running of the Depot workshop within the region., • Carry out pre-delivery inspections (PDI) of machines at client premises and at depot as required, and in conformance with manufacturer's specification, company policy and the regulations affecting the use. Ensure that there is no deficiency or defect likely to affect the safe working of a machine. Notify appropriate manager of any defective or unsafe equipment., • Repair machines at depot or on site as required to ensure conformance with manufactures specification and company policy., • To complete planned maintenance activities including maintaining the appearance of the fleet to corporate standard., • Handover machines to customers and familiarise customers with safe machine operation in accordance with company procedures., • Act as an ambassador for the company, providing a high standard of customer care and being polite at all times. Relay appropriate customer queries to depot staff as required., • Accurately complete all relevant paperwork including engineer's report, off hire, pre/delivery inspection and service sheets., • Relevant general engineering maintenance qualification, preferably to NVQ level 3 or equivalent., • Experience in diesel engineering, auto electrics, hydraulics and diagnostics fault finding., • Have a mature outlook and the ability to prioritise tasks and work well under pressure. At Nationwide Platforms, your safety is absolutely our priority. Our award winning BlueSky Solutions and Training division offer our customers access to the latest and safest ways to work and through long standing partnerships with our manufacturers, we will always provide equipment that will lead the way to a safer industry. Some of our innovations include the award-winning secondary guarding systems and Harness ON™, a range of pioneering Material Handling Attachments (MHAs), and the SkySentry™ control and monitoring system. At Nationwide Platforms, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We recognise that a variety of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is crucial to our success in the Powered Access industry. Our commitment is to ensure that every employee feels respected, valued, and supported in their work environment JBRP1_UKTJ

A leading retail company in Gillingham is seeking a F&F Brand Team Manager to oversee the fashion retail operations.The successful candidate will lead a team, ensuring high standards in visual merchandising and customer service while driving sales and promoting a positive shopping experience.Strong

Commercial Manager Location: Kent (hybrid working) Reporting into: Site Director Salary: c. £60k (plus package) Are you a commercially driven leader with a passion for growth, innovation, and shaping strategy? I have partnered with a well‑established, BRC‑accredited food manufacturer to recruit a Commercial Manager who will play a pivotal role in accelerating business expansion and driving sustainable, profitable performance. This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership position where you will take ownership of the Sales, Marketing and New Product Development functions, working closely with the Site Director to shape and deliver an ambitious commercial strategy. With significant investment, strong market presence and plans to double output within the next three years, this role offers the scope to make a meaningful and lasting impact. About the Role As Commercial Manager, you will bring clarity, direction and momentum to all commercial activity, ensuring sales growth, brand development and product innovation work seamlessly together to achieve strategic goals. You'll lead and develop high‑performing teams, build long‑term customer partnerships, and spearhead new opportunities that support both revenue and margin expansion. With a healthy balance of strategic influence and hands‑on leadership, this position is ideal for someone who thrives on taking ownership, making improvements, and bringing bold ideas to life. Key Responsibilities Shape, lead and deliver the commercial strategy in partnership with the Site Director Inspire, develop and manage the Sales, Marketing and NPD teams Drive revenue, profit and margin growth across existing and new customers Build trusted, long-term customer relationships and manage key accounts Identify and convert new business opportunities, including representing the business at trade events Lead the NPD pipeline to ensure commercially viable, customer‑centric innovation Oversee marketing activities that strengthen brand presence and support acquisition and retention Lead monthly commercial meetings and report on performance insights Implement strong CRM usage, sales processes and performance tracking Monitor market and food industry trends to inform strategy and innovation Promote continuous improvement across all commercial processes Contribute to wider business strategy as part of the senior leadership team Essential Skills & Experience Senior-level experience in Commercial, Sales Leadership or Key Account Management within food manufacturing Proven track record of delivering sales growth and improved margins Strong commercial acumen with the ability to turn strategy into measurable results Skilled negotiator with experience building long-term customer partnerships Exposure to NPD processes Experience driving continuous improvement and managing performance Customer‑centric mindset with a commitment to exceptional service Strong leadership capability, with a passion for developing people Salary & Benefits Starting from c. £60,000 per annum, dependent on experience Company car or monthly car allowance 28 days annual leave (including public holidays), increasing with service Additional paid Christmas shutdown leave Company pension Free onsite parking Employee referral bonus Health Cash Plan, Dental & Optical benefits Annual bonus scheme If this role looks of interest, please click apply and I will be in touch with more details

Working Hours: Monday -Friday, 8am-5pm (flexibility required during peak periods or operational issues) We are working with a fast growing food business based in Sittingbourne, Kent. The company supplies a wide range of food and drink products to customers across the foodservice sector, including restaurants, bakeries and hospitality groups. Over the last few years the business has experienced significant growth, expanding from around 45 to around 95 employees. They continue to invest heavily in their people, their site and the way the operation runs. The facility includes large scale ambient, chilled and frozen storage, supported by a fleet of around 30 vehicles delivering to customers across the region. As the business continues to grow, they are now looking for an Operations Manager to bring structure, leadership and ownership across the day operation, with a particular focus on transport and distribution. What You’ll Be Doing You will take ownership of the day operation across both warehouse and transport, ensuring the business runs smoothly while maintaining strong service levels for customers. This role sits above the Warehouse Manager (Nights), who will report into you, creating clear leadership across the full operation. You will manage day to night handovers and ensure the night team has the right plan, priorities and support. The warehouse side of the day operation typically focuses on goods in, replenishment and stock management, while the transport function is fast paced and requires close oversight of multi drop deliveries, route planning and driver performance. Key responsibilities include Managing the day to day warehouse and transport operation Leading the wider operational team including warehouse staff, transport supervisors and drivers Overseeing route planning, vehicle performance and daily delivery execution Acting as the escalation point for operational issues such as delays, driver queries or service risks Ensuring strong communication between warehouse, transport, sales and procurement teams Managing clear handovers between day and night operations Supporting improvements across processes, efficiency and operational standards Maintaining oversight of wider site operational requirements and contractor support What’s In It for You Salary between £50,000 and £60,000 depending on experience Monday to Friday day shift pattern Senior leadership role with real ownership of the operation Opportunity to influence both warehouse and transport performance Join a growing business investing in its people and infrastructure Clear opportunity to develop as the company continues to expand Your Background We are looking for a confident operational leader who enjoys ownership and is comfortable managing a busy and fast moving operation. You will likely already have experience managing distribution or logistics operations within food, FMCG or similar fast paced environments. Experience we are looking for: Background within food, drink, FMCG or wholesale distribution environments Strong experience managing multi drop transport and distribution operations Leadership experience across warehouse, transport or wider operational teams Strong decision making, organisation and problem solving skills Ability to work closely with sales and other departments to support customer delivery Experience with routing systems, vehicle tracking tools or operational improvement projects would also be beneficial. Join a Business That Invests in You This is a genuine leadership opportunity within a growing operation where you will have the autonomy to shape how the day operation runs. As the business continues to expand, there will be opportunities to grow and progress within the wider organisation

Are you commercially minded with a passion for ornamental horticulture? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established horticultural supplier in a field-based sales role covering Kent and surrounding areas. This position would suit someone who understands the realities of ornamental production and retail, enjoys building long-term customer relationships, and is motivated by delivering commercial results. About You You don't need to tick every box, but you'll ideally bring: A genuine interest in horticulture, particularly ornamental crops A commercially focused, proactive, "can-do" attitude Strong communication and relationship-building skills Good organisation and time management abilities Confidence working independently in a sales environmentExperience in horticultural sales or the wider supply chain would be advantageous, though not essential. Knowledge of soft fruit or top fruit would be a bonus. A full UK driving licence is required, with flexibility for occasional nights away. The Package Competitive salary Company vehicle 25 days' holiday Generous contributory pension scheme Employee discount Supportive, collaborative working environmentThe Role As Area Sales Manager, you'll be responsible for driving sales growth across your territory, with a strong focus on glasshouse ornamental growers, alongside garden centre engagement and upselling opportunities. Key responsibilities include: Managing and developing existing customer accounts Proactively identifying and winning new business within the horticulture sector Growing spend and adding value through effective product solutions Working closely with national suppliers to maximise opportunities Monitoring market trends and competitor activity Delivering excellent customer service and commercial outcomesThis is a varied, autonomous, field-based role, requiring strong organisation and the confidence to manage your own territory effectively. About the Business Our client is a long-established and highly respected supplier to the UK horticultural industry, supporting commercial growers and garden retailers nationwide. With decades of experience and a strong reputation for technical expertise, they provide a comprehensive range of products, services and advice across the ornamental, protected cropping and fresh produce sectors. The business works closely with leading global manufacturers and breeding partners, ensuring customers have access to innovative, high-quality solutions that improve crop performance and retail outcomes. Alongside product supply, they pride themselves on offering practical, commercially focused guidance that genuinely adds value to their customers' operations. With a collaborative culture, knowledgeable teams and a strong presence across key growing regions, this is a company that combines industry heritage with a forward-thinking approach. They invest in people, value long-term relationships and are committed to supporting the continued growth and sustainability of UK horticulture. What's Next? For an informal chat, please call me, Rae, on (phone number removed) or email (url removed), or send me a message on LinkedIn if you think you tick the majority of boxes for this role. RG21078

Technical Manager Kent £70,000 (DOE) + £4,000 Car Allowance + Up to 10% Bonus Are you a berry expert with strong technical and agronomy experience? Do you thrive in a customer-facing role where compliance, sustainability, and innovation go hand in hand? Join the global leader in fresh produce and play a pivotal role in supporting the M&S Service Provision business. With operations in over 30 countries, this iconic brand is synonymous with quality and sustainability - and we are looking for a passionate Technical Manager to help drive the berry category forward. About the Role As Berry Technical Manager, you will support the model for a leading retailer, ensuring all technical requirements are delivered to the highest standards. You'll be the technical lead for berry development, working closely with growers, customers, and internal teams to drive innovation, compliance, and sustainable growth. This is a highly visible role with direct customer engagement and real commercial impact. Key Responsibilities Category & Customer Leadership Lead berry development projects (new varieties, packaging innovation, source & grower development) Support the achievement of retailers Service Provision sales budgets Work closely with the Retail Technical Manager to ensure alignment and delivery Develop an R&D strategy for berry within the retailers service provision modelGrower & Supply Chain Engagement Conduct grower visits and select farm audits Build strong working relationships with growers and suppliers Support responsible sourcing and sustainability initiativesCompliance & Technical Governance Ensure full compliance across Food Safety, H&S, customer policies, sustainability, and supplier approval Support due diligence processes to meet the retailers requirements Maintain and support procedures aligned with BRCGS, Red Tractor, and LEAF standards Contribute to sustainability initiatives including carbon accounting (M2030), water and waste (WRAP), and Scope 3 responsible sourcingAbout You We're looking for a commercially aware technical expert who can balance compliance excellence with category growth. You will have: Proven experience within fresh produce, particularly berries or top fruit Practical agronomy experience Strong audit and compliance background (HACCP, BRC, GFSI, farm audits) Broad knowledge of Food Safety, H&S, sustainability, and supplier approval systems Confidence using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint) Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships A logical, organised, and adaptable approachQualifications Degree in a relevant subject Industry training (BRC, HACCP, GFSI)Package & Benefits £70,000 salary (dependent on experience) £4,000 car allowance Discretionary bonus up to 10% 40 hours per week (Mon-Fri) 1 weekend in 7 1 bank holiday (with TOIL) 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Pension (3% employer / 5% employee after probation) PHI cover 3-month probation / 3-month noticeWhy Join? Our client connects growers and consumers through an integrated global supply chain built on quality, sustainability, and innovation. This is your opportunity to influence one of the UK's most high-profile retail partnerships while shaping the future of berry supply. If you're ready to take ownership, drive technical excellence, and make a real impact - we'd love to hear from you

Alexander James Recruiting is currently working with a well-established yet vastly expanding material handling company looking to recruit a new Pre-delivery Inspection Engineer to work at their workshop in Northampton. With a competitive basic salary and a number of other benefits, this is a great opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to get into a new position. Responsibilities * Carrying out PDIs on the company’s fleet of Material Handling equipment * Completing all necessary paperwork that comes along with the inspections * Reporting to the Service Manager to ensure all equipment inspections are carried out efficiently * Working alongside the rest of the engineering team to maintain a high level of customer service * Ensuring that all health and safety standards are maintained in the workshop * Assisting the workshop team with maintenance when needed Requirements The company are open to 2 types of individual with this position. You will either be and experienced forklift truck engineer or someone with experience of carrying out PDIs within a closely related industry such as commercial vehicles, plant hire, powered access, agriculture or automotive. In terms of location, you must be based in commutable distance of Northampton. Benefits * Up to £34,500 – dependent on years’ experience as an engineer * Overtime paid at time ½ and double on Sundays and bank holidays * Yearly bonus * 23 days holiday, rising to a maximum of 30 The Company Part of a wider group, our client is a national provider of material handling equipment, supplying customers across the UK with one of the premium forklift brands. As well as providing contract hire, the company also supplies fleet management and aviation support equipment. With a big focus on its people, the company has ensured continued growth and are looking to continue to do so over the next few years

National Account Manager £55k plus package This is an ideal opportunity for someone hungry to develop their commercial career within an entrepreneurial SME with a strong track record of success. The business already has excellent relationships with multiple retail and foodservice customers, and this role will further strengthen those partnerships while strategically expanding market reach. An ambitious company that has surpassed its initial targets, they are now looking to add real value to their commercial team as they continue their growth journey. Their innovation and the leadership demonstrated by the senior team are both motivational and tangible. Alongside a successful own-label product range, their branded portfolio also performs exceptionally well. This role offers the chance for someone to truly make their mark and step away from the constraints of a large corporate structure. In this National Account Manager role, you will: Maintain and grow existing retail and foodservice accounts. Attract new customers through proactive business development, both independently and in collaboration with the wider team. Work closely with customer service and supply chain teams. Present confidently to customers and internal stakeholders. Manage customer budgets within your remit. Provide accurate sales data for both branded and own-label products. Report directly to and work closely with the Commercial Director. Build strong relationships with the New Product Development team to maintain excellent product knowledge. Demonstrate flexibility in your working approach, with ideally 1-2 days per week in the office. The ideal background for this role: Commercial experience within food manufacturing or FMCG categories. A strong understanding of selling into retail and foodservice accounts, acting as the key point of contact with a regular presence at customer sites. A detail‑oriented approach, with the ability to manage data across multiple customers in a deadline-driven environment. Confident presentation skills for both customers and internal stakeholders. Strong numerical ability to correctly interpret commercial data. Ambition to succeed in a commercial role and contribute to the wider business. Excellent influencing and communication skills. There is so much more to share about this opportunity. It's a fantastic time to join a successful, growing business that is expanding its commercial team to meet demand and continue its upward trajectory. For more information, please forward your CV to Sarah at the Novus team

Store Manager Gillingham | Fashion Retail | Salary Up to £35,000 + Amazing Benefits! Are you a dynamic and passionate leader with a flair for fashion retail? We're on the hunt for a Store Manager to take charge of a fabulous store where you'll drive performance, inspire your team, and deliver an unforgettable shopping experience for your customers. This is your chance to be part of a thriving brand, with an incredible salary of up to £35,000 and a fantastic benefits package. Plus, there's plenty of room for career progression - the sky's the limit! What You'll Be Doing: Lead and Inspire: Manage, motivate, and develop a team that shares your passion for fashion and customer service. Drive Sales & Performance: Lead by example, setting the standard for excellence in both sales and customer service. Create a Fantastic Shopping Experience: Ensure every customer leaves your store feeling delighted with exceptional service and a great shopping experience. Manage Budgets & KPIs: Take charge of store budgets and performance metrics, driving results and maintaining high standards within a fast-paced environment. What We're Looking For: Retail Management Experience: You've managed a store or a senior team in a fashion or accessory environment. Proven Track Record: You've successfully driven sales, managed KPIs, and boosted store performance. Leadership Skills: You're a natural leader with the ability to inspire and motivate your team to achieve greatness. Customer-Focused: You're passionate about delivering an outstanding customer experience. Ambitious & Fun: You've got the drive to succeed, and you love bringing a positive, energetic vibe to everything you do. What's in It for You? Competitive Salary: Up to £35,000 + an amazing benefits package! Career Progression: The opportunity to grow and develop within a successful and expanding brand. Exciting Challenges: Lead a store that's always moving forward, with new targets, goals, and opportunities to shine! Company Benefits : Lot's of added extras Uniform and amazing discount If you're ready to take your retail career to the next level, apply now with your most up-to-date CV! We can't wait to see how you can help us continue to deliver outstanding results and inspire greatness in your team! BH35228

Freight Account Manager – Air & Sea Rochester, Kent Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established freight forwarding company based in Rochester who are looking to add an experienced Freight Account Manager to their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in air and sea freight who enjoys building long-term client relationships while managing the day-to-day coordination of international shipments. The successful candidate will act as the main point of contact for key customers, ensuring shipments move efficiently while delivering a high level of service. This role would suit someone who has experience within freight forwarding operations or account management and is confident managing multiple shipments and client accounts. Key Responsibilities Managing and developing relationships with existing freight forwarding clients Acting as the main point of contact for customer enquiries relating to air and sea freight shipments Coordinating shipments from booking through to final delivery Liaising with airlines, shipping lines, overseas agents and internal teams Providing freight quotations and pricing to customers Monitoring shipments and proactively updating clients on progress Ensuring all shipping documentation is completed accurately and in line with regulations Identifying opportunities to grow and develop existing client accounts Candidate Requirements Previous experience working within a freight forwarding environment Strong knowledge of both air freight and sea freight operations Excellent communication and customer service skills Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple shipments and accounts Good working knowledge of freight systems and Microsoft Office Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential Benefits 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pension scheme Private medical healthcare package Monday to Friday working hours (9am – 5pm) This is a great opportunity to join a stable and growing freight forwarding business that values long-term client relationships and high service standards. If you are interested in discussing this opportunity further, please apply with your CV for immediate consideration. This role is being handled by Sam Hasler, Transport, Logistics & Distribution Specialist at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Not quite the right role but still looking? Whether you are entry or Executive level, our team of experienced Recruitment specialists can help you with your career. We are Kent’s leading independent consultancy and pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional service to both candidates and clients. Find us on Facebook @PearsonWhiffinRecruitment and Instagram @PearsonWhiffinRecruitment

MDCV UK has a vision to bring the finest English and Provençal wines to the UK market. We have a long history of producing award-winning Provence Rosé and English Sparkling Wines, with an extensive infrastructure, both in France and the UK. We will be the largest producer of wine in each of these regions by 2027, with a combined production of over 10 million bottles annually. Our French estates span over 1000 acres and are already established in many global markets, with sales of over 4 million bottles. In the UK, we are establishing the largest single vineyard site, based in Kent, and plan to be in full production from 2025. As a business, we strive for innovation and use many cutting-edge techniques in our vineyards and winemaking. The ambition and scale of what we do allows us some of the most efficient operations in the world, while still producing high quality wine of award-winning standard. We have a passion for sustainability and manage all our vineyards organically, while also employing pioneering techniques to minimise our impact on the environment, such as composting organic waste, harvesting rainwater and heating our sites using natural sources, such as ground source heat pumps. While learning from our history and building for our future, we plan to revolutionise the English wine industry for the better. Key responsibilities The supply chain manager will work across all our divisions in the business to ensure that we meet our internal and external customers’ demands on time, accurately and in full. They will coordinate, organise and manage all the logistics involved in the production and distribution processes for the company. They will also oversee the entire life cycle of a product, the flow of goods and services from raw materials to final products. Working closely with all divisions within the company to ensure we have efficient and cost-effective operations. Creating accurate sales forecasts to enable the production team to have the required dry goods and finished product availability to meet demand and that we have the required space to store our products. There will also be responsibility for the warehouse and ensuring stock accuracy across the business. The role requires 5 key priorities to initially implement, develop and embed. Improve inventory visibility, stock accuracy in all locations, and managing forecasting for production and procurement Using Business Central to adopt a fast, flexible pipeline planning system. Use real-time analytics to measure volatility of demand. Build on our existing forecasting models to create accurate supply and demand. Demand management from forecasting through to production planning. Requirements This role requires previous Supply Chain, Planning and customer service area experience.. Have a full, clean driving licence and have own transport. Experience in an FMCG environment. Ability to travel between sites mainly Rochester and Luddesdown. This role is working a 5 over 7 shift pattern. Flexibility on start and finish times upon request and as required. A flexible, can-do attitude and ability to embrace change. Ability to work under pressure and with rapidly changing priorities. Experience of managing a team. This role will be managing a team of 4 people today with a view to expand with the business in the future. An advantage Experience and/or interest in the wine industry. An understanding of Six Sigma and Lean methodologies. An understanding of the requirements for international import and export of goods. Experience using Microsoft Business Central. MCIPS accredited. Benefits Be part of an exciting and disruptive English Sparkling wine producer that has the ability and aspirations to become the largest in the UK. Career Development ; Training and an opportunity to develop a range of skill sets. Regular company socials and events. Generous staff discount. Perkbox , Employee assistant program, Doctor online service. Pension Scheme

Job Description Connells, is looking for a highly motivated Property Manager to join our Property Management team within the Lettings department in Ashford. This is a branch-based role where you will provide property management and tenancy support to the branch, working closely with landlords, tenants and internal teams to deliver a high standard of service. This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong customer service and organisational skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and supporting all aspects of property management at branch level. What We Offer: Competitive basic salary Full training and development Clear career progression opportunities Company pension scheme A fast-paced, supportive working environment Your Role: As Property Manager, you will act as the main point of contact for property management and tenancy-related matters for the branch, ensuring a consistent and professional service is delivered at all times. Your responsibilities will include: Acting as a central point of contact for property management queries from the branch, landlords, tenants and internal teams Providing accurate advice to the branch and customers on tenancy matters and relevant legislation Maintaining the approved contractor register, ensuring qualifications and documentation are up to date Overseeing customer service delivery, ensuring works, renewals and inspections are completed within agreed timescales Monitoring invoices, tenancy agreements and inspection reports to ensure service level standards are met Managing workloads to ensure deadlines are achieved and service levels are maintained Supporting more complex tenancy or property management cases, advising the branch, landlords and tenants on available options and liaising with the Lettings Services Centre where required What We’re Looking For: Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle Strong customer service skills with a confident communication style A positive team player who enjoys working closely with a branch team Ability to remain calm and solutions focused under pressure Strong negotiation and influencing skills Excellent planning, organisational and time management abilities Good analytical skills and attention to detail Ready to Take the Next Step? If you are looking to build or progress your career in property management within a branch-based lettings environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more. Our Commitment to Inclusion: Connells Group UK is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of background. If this role excites you, but your experience does not align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be well-suited to this role or another opportunity within Connells Group. EA06846

Technical Compliance Manager Location: South East Salary: £85,000 + Bonus + Package PFI Technical Engineering qualifications required We are seeking an experienced Technical Compliance Manager to support a PFI healthcare contract in the Southeast. Duties Include: Build and maintain effective relationships with Contract Representatives and Facilities Management and service Providers. Attend strategic and stakeholder meetings, including fire and water safety reviews. Monitor hard FM services, ensuring planned, reactive, and remedial maintenance is delivered in line with contractual SLAs. Ensure all technical service outputs comply with the Hard FM Contract and PFI Project Agreement. Monitor performance to avoid financial penalties and minimise service failures. Review and challenge compliance documentation, including O&Ms, certificates, drawings, and inspection records. Oversee and audit the Service Provider’s CAFM system, asset registers, and maintenance schedules. Conduct inspections and audits to ensure safe and compliant operation of MEP systems. Review contractor competence, insurance, and RAMS. Provide regular compliance reports to senior management, identifying risks and corrective actions. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and industry standards. Identify and manage technical risks and develop mitigation plans. Undertake additional duties as required by senior management. Delivery of all technical PPM and reactive activities within contractual timescales. 100% statutory compliance. Compliant Service Provider performance. Minimise performance failures and financial deductions. Qualifications/ Requirements Essential Criteria Degree or ONC/HNC qualified in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent). Strong knowledge of M&E and HVAC systems, including statutory compliance. Experience within the PFI sector, preferably in a large acute hospital. Proven background in managing Hard FM / Technical Services contracts. Ability to influence performance and deliver practical solutions in a customer-facing environment. Strong analytical, communication, and performance monitoring skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and CAFM systems. Familiar with ISO 9001 quality standards. Willing to undertake training and successfully obtain a DBS check. #PFI #engneering #NHS

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Freight Forwarding Business Development Manager working for a worldwide freight forwarding company with the scope to cover the whole of the UK with your client base The role is remote, so we are open on where candidates can be based in the UK as you will be selling air and sea freight services to a nationwide client base With over 70 partner offices, 200 agents covering 5 continents we offer local expertise with global experience catering to each customer's specific transportation and logistics needs. Key Responsibilities: * Generate new business by cold calling prospective customers. * Generate new sales leads and revenue. * Meet with clients face to face, over the phone / Teams etc. * Build / develop relationships with clients * Achieve set targets * Complete all work on time and to schedule including a weekly pipeline * Participate in the organisation of corporate events * Understand calculating costs when tailoring customer rates * Liaising regularly with operations and customer service team. Position Requirements * Proven experience in selling multi modal, but mainly Air, Sea freight services nationally to global clients * Proven track record of sales figures with small to medium companies * interpersonal skills for building and developing relationships with clients * A flexible approach to work with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment * initiative and the confidence to start things from scratch. * Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint * Computer Literate * Awareness of opportunities to enable sales and revenue to be optimised. Salary and Benefits * Salary - Circa £50,000 to £65,000 this however open and Negotiable DOE * Commission Structure on life of account * Car allowance £450 per month * Pension * Private Healthcare * Mobile provided * Laptop Provided