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£38,000 - £46,000 per annum | 30-35 days’ holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Pension scheme Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re resilient, confident and trusted leaders. Just like you. As a Deputy Store Manager at Lidl, you’ll be cool, calm and collected, getting stuck in on the shop floor and behind the scenes. From managing cash processes and monitoring stock integrity to inspiring your colleagues, you’ll play a huge part in creating a place where you and your whole team can do your best work. You’ll also enjoy great responsibility while the Store Manager is absent, taking ownership of the store and leading by example to support your colleagues. In return, we’ll give you a competitive salary based on equal opportunity and pay structures, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl. We’re proud to be supportive teams with big ambitions too, so there’ll be plenty of ways for you to progress. With the right training, we’ll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here. • Set a spectacular example for the Store Team and your customers, • Independently manage the store in the absence of the Store Manager, • Motivate and support your team, learning from our Company Values, • Diligently check and work deliveries, managing the till area and monitoring KPIs, • Be a friendly face for every customer, offering excellent service and helping with all customer queries, • Competently comply with Health and Safety laws, standards and guidelines, • Experience leading and developing a team in a challenging, fast-paced environment, • Excellent communication skills to help your colleagues and customers in a friendly and open way, • A knack for time management, delegation and problem-solving, • The confidence to support your team through every shift, • A pride in providing unmatched customer service for everyone who shops with us, • The ability to monitor, manage and improve KPIs, • 30-35 days holiday (pro rata), • 10% in-store discount, • Pension scheme, • Ongoing training, • Enhanced family leave, • Plus, more of the perks you deserve Thinking of using AI to help with your application? AI tools (e.g. Chat GTP, Gemini) can help you get started and prepared for your interview but remember that our team can easily spot AI-generated responses. The applications that stand out most are the ones that feel genuine and reflect your unique self. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment. If you’re ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.

As long as you're ready to lead by example and champion a customer-first mindset, you can make a difference as a Store Manager at Specsavers Port Talbot. Alongside your hard work keeping our store and team running like clockwork, we'll support you to grow your skills even further than you thought possible. You'll be at the forefront of bringing better hear and eye care to your community, while progressing your career and supporting others to do the same. In short, this is an opportunity you don't want to miss. \n Our store \n The Specsavers Port Talbot store is a busy and well-established optical and audiology practice located in the heart of the local community on Riverside, within easy reach of the town centre. Serving a diverse customer base, the store is committed to delivering exceptional eye care and hearing services through a welcoming, customer-focused environment. With a strong team culture, the store combines clinical excellence with outstanding customer service, ensuring every customer receives personalised support and professional advice. The location benefits from excellent public transport links, with Port Talbot Parkway railway station and the central bus station both just a short walk away, providing convenient access for those travelling from across the surrounding area. Colleagues work collaboratively in a fast-paced setting, using the latest technology and benefiting from ongoing training and development opportunities to help improve the lives of customers through better sight and hearing \n Our team \n The Specsavers Port Talbot team consists of around 25 colleagues who work together to create a supportive, professional, and customer-focused environment. The store brings together a diverse mix of optical assistants, dispensing opticians, audiology professionals, and clinical experts, all committed to delivering outstanding care and service. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and collaboration, colleagues support one another to achieve shared goals while ensuring every customer receives a personalised and positive experience. The close-knit team culture encourages open communication, continuous learning, and career development, making the store an excellent place for both experienced professionals and those looking to grow their careers within Specsavers. The friendly atmosphere, combined with the expertise and dedication of a 25-strong team, helps create a rewarding and enjoyable workplace where everyone can thrive. \n What's on offer? \n As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include: \n\n • £15.00 per hour\n, • \n Performance-related bonus scheme \n • Part Time hours - 2-3 days per week, with availability required on both Fridays and Saturdays as part of the regular working pattern\n, • We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too\n, • Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings\n, • WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most\n, • Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app\n, • Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family\n, • Enjoy an additional paid day off on your birthday to celebrate you!\n, • Enhanced family leave and company sick pay \n\n What we're looking for? \n\n • Previous optical experience is essential\n, • A confident and effective communicator who can build strong relationships with customers and colleagues\n, • Excellent attention to detail\n, • Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to thrive in a busy environment\n, • A passionate people person with a genuine commitment to delivering outstanding customer service\n, • Well organised, with strong time management skills\n, • Hard-working, proactive, and able to lead by example\n, • Previous team management experience is desirable but not essential. This role would be ideal for an experienced optical professional who is ready to take the next step in their career and develop their leadership skills within a supportive environment.\n\n Find out more \n If you have everything we're looking for and are excited by this opportunity, we're excited to hear from you. We can't wait for you to apply!

Our client is a long-established, family-run business with an excellent reputation for quality, service, and craftsmanship within the flooring industry, based in Caerphilly. The business has grown into a leading supplier of premium flooring solutions across the UK, supplying both retailers and builders’ merchants nationwide. As they embark on a journey of growth, they are now looking for Customer Experience Manager to join their team. This is an office based role, looking after an established team of 5. The key responsibility for the customer experience manager, is to lead and develop the Customer experience team to provide an outstanding experience to all internal and external customers, responsible for proactive inbound and outbound call management, lead conversion & pipeline maintenance and efficient order management. The role will champion the customer experience, advocating for customers’ needs within the organisationThis is a senior role that will sit within their Leadership TeamDuties and responsibilities \n\n • Drive proactive Inbound call management – using calls as sales opportunities and delivering quality service.\n, • Implement order management process that ensures accuracy, efficiency and timeliness\n, • Triage post sales issues and solve where able; escalate to Technical Services team where appropriate\n, • Drive proactive Outbound call management – engage with prescribed list of customers to drive remote customer relationship management\n, • Oversee opportunity management, ensuring accurate and timely pipeline updates feeding into sales and procurement forecasts.\n, • Support lead generation activities and drive high rates of conversion.\n, • Handle escalations and ensure timely, effective, resolution of customer issues\n, • Maintain strong remote customer relationships through phone, email, and digital channels.\n, • Ensure consistent communication standards across the team.\n, • Ensure high-quality data entry and CRM compliance.\n, • Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and support to the Customer Service team.\n, • Monitor performance, run team meetings, and provide training to drive continuous improvement.\n, • Foster a positive, collaborative, and customer-focused team environment.\n, • Support the creation of case studies by identifying suitable customer success stories and coordinating content gathering.\n, • Collaborate with other departments to address customer feedback and drive improvements\n, • Optimise processes and workflows to increase efficiency, consistency and service quality\n\n Requirements \n\n • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.\n, • High attention to detail with excellent administrative discipline.\n, • Strong organisational and time management skills in a fast-paced environment.\n, • Ability to coach, mentor, and motivate team members.\n, • Confident using CRM systems (Salesforce desirable) to manage pipelines and customer interactions.\n, • Analytical skills to interpret data, identify trends, and drive performance improvements.\n, • Customer-focused mindset with the ability to build rapport remotely.\n, • Problem-solving ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions.\n\n Benefits \n\n • Salary- £40,000- £45,000 basic\n, • Private Healthcare\n, • Hours: 08:00–17:00, Monday to Friday, with a 60-minute lunch break.\n, • This role requires flexibility around working hours to meet the needs of customers, suppliers, and production schedules.\n, • Holiday allowance: 25 working days + bank holidays.\n\n

Interim Supply Chain ManagerCaerphilly £ Day Rate equivalent to £55k \n \n Our client is a well-established family business based in Caerphilly. Due to continued growth and investment, they are seeking an experienced Interim Supply Chain Manager to lead and transform the end-to-end supply chain function. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will be responsible for developing a resilient, scalable and commercially focused supply chain strategy that spans demand planning, procurement and inventory control. \n This role is based on site for the duration of 10 months with the potential to move to permanent employment thereafter. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Develop and implement the company's end-to-end supply chain strategy, ensuring alignment with wider business objectives and future growth plans.\n, • Lead Procurement, Demand Planning, Inventory and Warehouse operations, ensuring products are available to meet customer demand whilst optimising working capital.\n, • Build strategic partnerships with key suppliers, negotiating commercial agreements, improving performance and reducing supply risk.\n, • Develop robust Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes to improve forecasting accuracy, inventory optimisation and service levels.\n, • Own and deliver supply chain KPIs across supplier performance, OTIF, inventory, cost, quality and customer service.\n, • Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across procurement, planning and logistics, driving efficiency and reducing operational costs.\n, • Ensure resilience across the global supply base by developing sourcing strategies, dual sourcing opportunities and proactive risk management plans.\n, • Lead, develop and mentor a high-performing supply chain leadership team, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.\n, • Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales and Finance to ensure supply chain capability supports new product introductions and business growth.\n, • Champion the effective use of ERP systems, data analytics and reporting to improve visibility, decision making and operational performance.\n\n \n Key Skills & Experience \n\n • Proven experience in a senior Supply Chain leadership role within a manufacturing or engineered products environment.\n, • Strong background across Procurement, Planning, Inventory Management and Supplier Relationship Management.\n, • Demonstrable experience developing and implementing supply chain strategies that improve service, reduce cost and support business growth.\n, • Strong commercial acumen with proven success negotiating strategic supplier agreements.\n, • Experience leading S&OP and demand planning processes within a manufacturing environment.\n, • Excellent leadership skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams and driving organisational change.\n, • Experience working within regulated manufacturing environments would be advantageous.\n, • Strong analytical capability with experience using ERP systems and supply chain data to drive performance improvements.\n\n \n Want to recruit a similar role? \n Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. \n

Interim Supply Chain Manager \n Bedwas, Caerphilly \n \n About us \n CheckFire – serving the fire trade since 1975. With 50 years’ experience in the Fire Safety, nobody knows the trade better. We have established a proven track record of excellence and have earned the respect of our customers by delivering quality products and dependable service. As the market leader in the Fire Trade, we offer an unparalleled level of capability and reliability. Our stocks are enormous, our service is personal, and our promises are genuine. \n \n About the Role \n We are seeking a highly skilled Interim Supply Chain Manager to Lead the Procurement Team, while developing and executing a comprehensive supply chain strategy that supports operational readiness and customer demands. This is a fixed term contract - covering Maternity leave. \n \n This role will establish and maintain effective procurement and inventory control systems, taking full responsibility for inventory levels through accurate planning and forecasting supported by historical and projected data. You will build and manage strong supplier relationships to ensure reliable sourcing, negotiate optimal terms, and drive continuous improvement across the supply chain. \n \n Duties \n\n • Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with organisational goals, focusing on continuous improvement and process optimisation.\n, • Lead the Procurement Team by supervising, coaching, and developing staff, ensuring effective task allocation and high performance\n, • Develop and execute negotiation strategies that secure optimal commercial terms and maintain a reliable, high‑quality vendor base\n, • Oversee the analysis of product sales, demand patterns, and market trends using historical and projected data to inform decision‑making\n, • Establish, monitor, and maintain optimal safety stock levels and product mixes to meet operational and customer demand\n, • Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Operations teams to support major sales opportunities with appropriate stock availability and supply planning\n, • Hold final accountability for global inventory financial levels, recommending corrective actions for overstock and understock situations\n, • Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to build, maintain, and continuously refine the inventory forecast, responding quickly to emerging trends and changes\n, • Work closely with the Purchasing Team to ensure accurate forecasting and availability for NPI (New Product Introduction) and NOOS (Never Out of Stock) product lines\n, • Oversee and control the performance of shipping agents, freight forwarders, and hauliers to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient inbound goods receipt\n, • Identify, lead, and manage cost‑saving initiatives across the supply chain, reporting outcomes and driving continuous improvement\n, • Foster strong inter‑departmental communication to support alignment, transparency, and effective cross‑functional collaboration\n\n \n Experience \n\n • Proven experience in supply chain management within a manufacturing or logistics environment.\n, • Strong analytical and organisational capabilities, with a proven ability to interpret data and drive informed decisions\n, • High attention to detail combined with the capacity to manage multiple priorities, tasks, and projects simultaneously\n, • Confident and effective communicator, able to engage clearly and professionally at all levels of the organisation\n, • Resilient under pressure, maintaining focus, accuracy, and direction in fast‑paced or high‑demand environments\n\n \n Benefits \n In return we offer the following benefits: \n\n • 25 days holiday + up to 4 days for Christmas Shutdown + Bank Holidays\n, • The option to buy an additional 3 days holiday\n, • Profit Sharing - Receive a percentage of your salary based on the company achieving EBITDA results\n, • Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme with Royal London\n, • EAP Provider with TELUS Health\n, • Access to Digital GP Appointments and medical professionals\n\n

Join the Trulife Financial Team We're looking for a friendly, organised and confident Client Relationship Manager to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in financial services while working flexible, part-time hours. As a point of contact for many of our clients, you'll play a key role in delivering an outstanding customer experience and helping strengthen long-term client relationships. Your Responsibilities Contact existing clients to discuss our services and proposition. Book review appointments for our advisers. Build and maintain positive client relationships. Complete general administration and client record updates. Support the team with day-to-day office tasks. Deliver a professional and friendly experience on every client interaction. What We're Looking For Excellent communication and telephone skills. Friendly, professional and confident manner. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Comfortable using Microsoft Office and CRM systems. Previous customer service or administration experience is desirable but not essential. A positive attitude and willingness to learn. What We Offer Flexible part-time hours (10 hours per week initially). Opportunity to increase hours as the business grows. Full training and ongoing support. A chance to build a career within one of South Wales' growing financial planning firms. * Friendly, supportive and ambitious team environment. If you're passionate about providing exceptional customer service and enjoy speaking with people, we'd love to hear from you

Sales Manager \n Location: South WalesSalary: Up to £45,000 per annum + annual bonus \n Yolk Recruitment is supporting a successful and growing organisation within the manufacturing and commercial solutions sector in the search for an experienced Sales Manager to join their team based. \n This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially focused sales leader to take ownership of an internal sales function, driving revenue growth, developing customer relationships, and leading a team to achieve ambitious business objectives. \n The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping sales performance, improving processes, and creating a proactive sales culture focused on customer engagement, account development, and continuous improvement. \n Key Responsibilities: \n Sales Leadership & Team Development \n\n • Lead, coach, and motivate an internal sales team to achieve revenue targets and departmental objectives.\n, • Set clear performance expectations, monitor KPIs, and drive accountability across the sales function.\n, • Conduct regular one-to-one meetings, coaching sessions, and performance reviews.\n, • Support recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing development of team members.\n, • Build a positive, collaborative, and high-performing sales environment.\n\n Sales Growth & Commercial Performance \n\n • Drive revenue growth across an established customer and partner portfolio.\n, • Manage sales pipelines, monitor conversion rates, and identify opportunities to increase performance.\n, • Develop strategies to grow existing accounts and maximise commercial opportunities.\n, • Support the team with complex quotations, negotiations, and key customer opportunities.\n, • Ensure sales targets and business objectives are consistently achieved.\n\n Account Management & Customer Relationships \n\n • Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and strategic partners.\n, • Identify opportunities for account growth, increased product penetration, and long-term customer value.\n, • Ensure customers receive a proactive and high-quality service experience.\n, • Work closely with internal teams to resolve issues and deliver effective customer solutions.\n\n What We're Looking For: \n\n • Previous experience managing a sales team within an internal sales, account management, or business development environment.\n, • Experience working within a manufacturing environment\n, • Proven track record of delivering sales growth and achieving commercial targets.\n, • Strong leadership, coaching, and people development skills.\n, • Experience managing customer relationships and developing strategic accounts.\n, • Confident analysing sales data, KPIs, and pipeline performance.\n, • Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.\n, • Experience using CRM systems and sales reporting tools.\n\n Benefits: \n\n • Salary of up to £45,000 per annum plus annual bonus opportunity.\n, • Annual incentive and profit share schemes rewarding performance and business contribution.\n, • Private Medical Insurance with company-paid single cover.\n, • Company pension scheme with tax-efficient contribution options.\n, • Life Assurance / Death in Service benefit.\n, • Health Cash Plan covering areas including dental, optical, physiotherapy, and wellbeing support.\n, • Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential 24/7 support.\n, • Access to online GP services through Doctors at Hand.\n, • Flexi Friday early finish\n, • Cycle to Work scheme.\n, • Corporate gym membership discounts.\n, • Employee discounts across travel, retail, insurance, and leisure services.\n, • Technology purchase scheme allowing access to the latest devices with flexible payment options.\n, • Costco membership.\n\n

Established in 1966, Nuaire is a UK based ventilation solutions provider designing and manufacturing products for the domestic, commercial, and industrial construction sectors. Our state-of-the-art facilities in Caerphilly operate with minimal impact on the environment, driven by ambitious targets to drive forward green manufacturing practices. Our exceptional teams apply their first-class technical, customer service and manufacturing expertise to understand our customers’ needs and solve today’s ventilation challenges. Our loyal and highly skilled workforce are key to our success in delivering clean air, everywhere. Now part of the Genuit Groups’ Climate Management Solutions (CMS) business unit, Nuaire has ambitious growth plans. The Role Our marketing first approach starts with understanding our customer needs. The Brand Sector Manager is the custodian and champion of the brands, driving clarity and coherence in how the brand is presented and experienced, ensuring it resonates with all our customer types. Reporting into the Product Marketing Manager, this new role is key for the creation and management of our brand positioning, across products and sectors within the HVAC industry. 4 days in the office - 1 optional day WFH 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover) Responsibilities Own the brand, driving clarity and coherence across products and sectors Translating research insights into actions to create marketing and sales resources, adopting tone of voice and messaging across customer types and sector, taking the lead on researching and translating value propositions and industry insights and creation and maintenance of the tool kits Creation and development of the brands, brand guidelines and brand strategy in line with research findings Campaign creation and management, including concepts, agency briefings, creation of resources, assets, digital, social, website, PR, including naming protocols, reviewing existing content both online and offline and adapting in line with customer types and sectors Driving internal engagement working closely with internal customers, including marketing, product, sales and channel teams to ensure alignment with branding strategic direction and presenting campaigns and tool kits Monitoring and evaluating success of campaigns, monitoring and optimising brand health and performance across sectors Working to strict self-imposed deadlines and working as part of the marketing team to ensure success Create rep/marketing packs with key product information, phrases to ensure a consistent message across sales and marketing. Consistency of language and terminology Owner of CCPI ambiguous terminology across all channels Ensure correct sign off for competencies The Person Customer centric Creative mindset Background in creative campaigns Multitasking Deadline driven Articulate both verbal and written Curious Mindset Ability to adopt & refine Represent company Trademark Behaviours Ability to translate message into creative content The Benefits 25 days holiday Pension contribution matched up to 8% Life Assurance 3x base salary * Genuit sharesave scheme

Introduction At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate. You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client-centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips. Here, you’re not just improving clients' risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve. If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters; think of Gallagher. Overview Are you an experienced insurance professional with a passion for delivering exceptional customer outcomes? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can build strong relationships and provide expert advice? If so, we’d love for you to join our team as an Account Manager in our Brierley Hill office! As an Account Manager, you will take responsibility for a portfolio of approximately 250 customers. Your role will focus on optimising customer retention and growing the portfolio by delivering exceptional advice and tailored insurance solutions. How you'll make an impact • Managing a portfolio of customers, ensuring their needs are met with the highest level of service., • Sourcing the most appropriate products and placement solutions to meet customer requirements., • Delivering excellent customer outcomes by providing expert advice and guidance., • Assisting in the renewal process, gathering information and documentation for existing customers regarding renewals and mid-term adjustments., • Following up on new and existing renewal business quotations and identifying alternative quotes for customers., • Liaising regularly with third-party insurers and ensuring all data is accurately recorded in the system., • Identifying opportunities to upsell and grow the portfolio while maintaining a strong focus on quality and compliance. About You • Commercial insurance experience is essential., • High level of technical acumen across a wide range of business sectors and classes of insurance., • Excellent advisory and communication skills, with the ability to build strong rapport with clients., • Strong planning, analytical, and risk awareness skills., • Proven ability to upsell and identify growth opportunities., • Competence in quality and conduct, with a focus on delivering outstanding customer outcomes., • Ability to work independently and manage your own workload effectively., • Eligible to work in the UK. Compensation and benefits At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, _. • Competitive compensation, • Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being, • Career development opportunities and ongoing learning, • A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership, • The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our _ to stay connected to additional career opportunities. Although this role is listed as full-time, if you’re in a job-share partnership, work reduced hours, or have any other flexible arrangement, please still get in touch. We will also offer reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process if required, so please let us know. Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)

Production Manager (Bakery) We’re seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead end‑to‑end bakery manufacturing operations within a chilled pastry environment, overseeing a 2‑shift structure. This role is responsible for delivering safe, efficient, and compliant production across multiple bakery areas, ensuring volume, quality, cost, and performance targets are consistently achieved. The remit covers four production lines, pastry production, cooking and meat preparation areas, ingredient storage, ovens, and baking operations. A strong focus on OEE, efficiency, yield, waste reduction, and GMP excellence is essential. Operational Leadership Bakery operations management across pastry production, filling/cooking, meat prep, ingredient storage, baking, and four high‑volume lines Set clear expectations and lead daily performance through Shift Managers, Supervisors, and Team Leaders Deliver production plans safely, on time, and in full Manage material flow into production, including meat prep and cook room areas Ensure material areas remain on plan to prevent delays or shortages Full oversight of seasoning area, ensuring adequate stock availability Ownership of oven operations, focusing on product quality and baking profiles Control labour planning, crewing, visio standards, and daily staffing Monitor and accurately record agency usage, identifying cost‑saving opportunities Work closely with Technical and QA teams to maintain GMP and compliance Performance & Continuous Improvement OEE and efficiency improvement across all bakery areas Reduce downtime and drive efficiency gains Identify performance gaps and lead structured improvement initiatives Use data to drive accountability, problem‑solving, and informed decision‑making Champion continuous improvement methodologies to strengthen right‑first‑time performance Manage Redzone and produce daily/weekly/monthly KPIs Monitor production standards including line speeds, yields, and accuracy Ensure all reported data is complete, accurate, and up to date Quality, Food Safety & GMP Ensure full compliance with food safety, quality, and legal standards (BRCGS, HACCP, internal requirements) Embed high GMP standards across all bakery areas Work with Technical and Quality teams to resolve non‑conformances and support audits Drive continuous quality improvement and maintain audit‑ready standards Ensure products meet customer specifications and QAS requirements Reduce waste caused by quality issues in partnership with Quality Manager Escalate process, equipment, or material issues promptly Maintain accurate records and report key food safety and quality metrics Investigate product safety/quality issues and implement corrective actions People Leadership & Capability Development Build a high‑performing leadership team through coaching, development, and performance management Engage effectively with Team Leaders, Shift Managers, and key staff Promote a strong safety‑first culture Support succession planning and capability development Foster accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement Manage all people processes including absence, discipline, grievances, and training needs Oversee holiday planning to ensure adequate cover Lead, coach, and motivate teams to achieve departmental goals Provide guidance on HR policy and employee relations Develop direct reports and address underperformance Recognise achievements and encourage improvement Create a proactive, inclusive culture where colleagues feel valued Cost Control & Resource Management Manage production costs through effective control of labour, materials, waste, giveaway, and rework Ensure efficient use of ingredients and raw materials Support budget setting and deliver cost and efficiency targets Cross‑Functional Collaboration Work closely with Engineering to improve equipment reliability and line performance Partner with NPD and Process teams on product launches and process changes Collaborate with Supply Chain, Planning, and Technical teams to ensure operational alignment Maintain strong links with QA and Technical teams on compliance and product quality Customer Service Ensure customer service levels are consistently met Achieve ATP targets and take corrective action when required Deliver shift production plans and communicate service issues promptly Support actions to resolve customer complaints Health & Safety Take full responsibility for site health and safety — the highest priority Maintain compliance with all Health & Safety policies and procedures Investigate and report unsafe practices, taking immediate action to prevent recurrence Ensure safe working practices for employees and contractors Key Behaviours Highly self‑motivated and able to lead by example Professional, proactive work ethic Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills Excellent attention to detail Resilient, tenacious, and calm under pressure Strong relationship‑building and collaboration skills Clear, confident communicator at all levels Quality‑driven mindset Vigilant regarding Health & Safety Commercial awareness in a fast‑paced environment Key Skills & Experience Essential Senior production management experience within chilled food manufacturing (ideally bakery/pastry) Strong understanding of high‑volume, short‑shelf‑life environments Proven track record improving OEE, efficiency, yield, and waste In‑depth knowledge of GMP, food safety, and quality systems Strong leadership capability across multi‑area operations Data‑driven mindset with strong problem‑solving skills Desirable Experience managing complex environments including cooking, baking, and raw meat handling Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or similar CI frameworks Experience supporting major audits and customer interactions Key Objectives Plan attainment: 95%+ across all shifts OEE improvement: 70%+ pure OEE / 80%+ non‑pure OEE Giveaway: below 3% Pastry waste reduction GMP improvement and reduction of non‑conformances Production quality: right‑first‑time, zero defects

Food Production Manager We’re seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead end‑to‑end bakery manufacturing operations within a chilled pastry environment, overseeing a 2‑shift structure. This role is responsible for delivering safe, efficient, and compliant production across multiple bakery areas, ensuring volume, quality, cost, and performance targets are consistently achieved. The remit covers four production lines, pastry production, cooking and meat preparation areas, ingredient storage, ovens, and baking operations. A strong focus on OEE, efficiency, yield, waste reduction, and GMP excellence is essential. Operational Leadership Bakery operations management across pastry production, filling/cooking, meat prep, ingredient storage, baking, and four high‑volume lines Set clear expectations and lead daily performance through Shift Managers, Supervisors, and Team Leaders Deliver production plans safely, on time, and in full Manage material flow into production, including meat prep and cook room areas Ensure material areas remain on plan to prevent delays or shortages Full oversight of seasoning area, ensuring adequate stock availability Ownership of oven operations, focusing on product quality and baking profiles Control labour planning, crewing, visio standards, and daily staffing Monitor and accurately record agency usage, identifying cost‑saving opportunities Work closely with Technical and QA teams to maintain GMP and compliance Performance & Continuous Improvement OEE and efficiency improvement across all bakery areas Reduce downtime and drive efficiency gains Identify performance gaps and lead structured improvement initiatives Use data to drive accountability, problem‑solving, and informed decision‑making Champion continuous improvement methodologies to strengthen right‑first‑time performance Manage Redzone and produce daily/weekly/monthly KPIs Monitor production standards including line speeds, yields, and accuracy Ensure all reported data is complete, accurate, and up to date Quality, Food Safety & GMP Ensure full compliance with food safety, quality, and legal standards (BRCGS, HACCP, internal requirements) Embed high GMP standards across all bakery areas Work with Technical and Quality teams to resolve non‑conformances and support audits Drive continuous quality improvement and maintain audit‑ready standards Ensure products meet customer specifications and QAS requirements Reduce waste caused by quality issues in partnership with Quality Manager Escalate process, equipment, or material issues promptly Maintain accurate records and report key food safety and quality metrics Investigate product safety/quality issues and implement corrective actions People Leadership & Capability Development Build a high‑performing leadership team through coaching, development, and performance management Engage effectively with Team Leaders, Shift Managers, and key staff Promote a strong safety‑first culture Support succession planning and capability development Foster accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement Manage all people processes including absence, discipline, grievances, and training needs Oversee holiday planning to ensure adequate cover Lead, coach, and motivate teams to achieve departmental goals Provide guidance on HR policy and employee relations Develop direct reports and address underperformance Recognise achievements and encourage improvement Create a proactive, inclusive culture where colleagues feel valued Cost Control & Resource Management Manage production costs through effective control of labour, materials, waste, giveaway, and rework Ensure efficient use of ingredients and raw materials Support budget setting and deliver cost and efficiency targets Cross‑Functional Collaboration Work closely with Engineering to improve equipment reliability and line performance Partner with NPD and Process teams on product launches and process changes Collaborate with Supply Chain, Planning, and Technical teams to ensure operational alignment Maintain strong links with QA and Technical teams on compliance and product quality Customer Service Ensure customer service levels are consistently met Achieve ATP targets and take corrective action when required Deliver shift production plans and communicate service issues promptly Support actions to resolve customer complaints Health & Safety Take full responsibility for site health and safety — the highest priority Maintain compliance with all Health & Safety policies and procedures Investigate and report unsafe practices, taking immediate action to prevent recurrence Ensure safe working practices for employees and contractors Key Behaviours Highly self‑motivated and able to lead by example Professional, proactive work ethic Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills Excellent attention to detail Resilient, tenacious, and calm under pressure Strong relationship‑building and collaboration skills Clear, confident communicator at all levels Quality‑driven mindset Vigilant regarding Health & Safety Commercial awareness in a fast‑paced environment Key Skills & Experience Essential Senior production management experience within chilled food manufacturing (ideally bakery/pastry) Strong understanding of high‑volume, short‑shelf‑life environments Proven track record improving OEE, efficiency, yield, and waste In‑depth knowledge of GMP, food safety, and quality systems Strong leadership capability across multi‑area operations Data‑driven mindset with strong problem‑solving skills Desirable Experience managing complex environments including cooking, baking, and raw meat handling Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or similar CI frameworks Experience supporting major audits and customer interactions Key Objectives Plan attainment: 95%+ across all shifts OEE improvement: 70%+ pure OEE / 80%+ non‑pure OEE Giveaway: below 3% Pastry waste reduction GMP improvement and reduction of non‑conformances Production quality: right‑first‑time, zero defects

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Our client, a reputable franchise-approved repair centre in Talbot Green, is seeking a fully qualified and experienced Vehicle Technician to join their busy Service Department. This is an excellent opportunity for skilled professionals looking to advance their career within a well-established family-run dealership group. Benefits of the Vehicle Technician: Salary ranging from £30,000 to £40,000 per annum, dependent on experience Monthly performance bonus averaging around £400 (£4,800 annually) Overtime paid at time and a half 22 days annual holiday plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 23, 24, and 25 days after 1, 3, and 5 years of service Full manufacturer-accredited training and career development pathways Contributory workplace pension scheme Ongoing support within a long-standing and reputable family-run business Monday to Friday working hours, 8:00am – 5:00pmDuties of the Vehicle Technician: Carrying out fault diagnosis, servicing, and repairs in line with manufacturer standards Ensuring faults are accurately diagnosed and reporting vehicle condition, safety, reliability, and performance to the Service Manager Adhering to quality procedures as specified by the manufacturer and our client Maintaining high levels of workmanship and productivity in a busy franchise-approved environment Ensuring all work complies with safety and quality standards Assisting team members and supporting service department operations Contributing towards achieving service targets and maintaining customer satisfactionRequirements of the Vehicle Technician: NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair as a minimum qualification One to two years of post-qualification experience preferred Valid UK driving licence with minimal points A committed attitude and ability to work effectively within a team Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality work in a demanding environment Motivation to meet and exceed targets MOT Smart Card and experience with diagnostics, electronics, or light commercial vehicles are advantageous but not essentialIf you meet the above criteria and are eager to develop your career as a Vehicle Technician, this role offers an attractive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive working environment. Contact Harry Thaxton-Woodcock, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Talbot Green and Rhondda Cynon Taff, today to discover more about this fantastic Vehicle Technician opportunity. Our team of Automotive recruitment specialists are dedicated to finding the perfect match for both job seekers and employers in the motor trade. Let us help you take the first step towards your dream Motor Trade career

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