The Role Asset Management IFA Client Services/ Client Administrator/ Retail Client Operations – Surrey based (1-year’s Operations experience) Martis Search are representing a Surrey based Asset Management company to hire a permanent “Asset Management IFA Client Services/ Client Administrator/ Retail Client Operations.” In-our-opinion, they are one of the best boutique Asset Managers to work for in the UK. In essence you will be fully responsible for the end-to-end Client Operations support process. For example, the majority of their external clients for this side of this business are “Independent Financial Advisors”(IFA’s) and Retail clients, both sets of clients are all based in the UK (with an 80:20 % split heavily in favour of IFA clients). The IFA’s will bring in and introduce their book of Retail clients to the company’s Investment platform and the team are now supporting a brand new asset class called MPS (Managed Portfolio Services). So, the person will have daily contact on the phone, email etc with the IFA’s and Retail Clients. The role is really broad and varied and covers: Processing of new business/ Client Onboarding (and closing of new accounts for reasons such as bereavement, moving to an fund) Transfers In, Transfers Out. Client Services (answering all related queries directly with the clients on the phone, or email, or post for example relating to their investments, Client Onboarding, Client Offboarding, Bereavements, Transfers In, or Transfers Out). Managing external Transfer Agent. Administrative duties - including opening post, allocating work, managing queries. Cash & Stock Reconciliations. Maintenance of client records. Preparation and sending out of welcome letters and packs. Client Money/ CASS processing. Working closely with key internal stakeholders such as Sales/ Relationship Management, Risk, Finance & Compliance. Related Project Management. The successful incumbent will process and administer the firm’s Fund Manager’s business in a timely and accurate manner. They will monitor, oversee and process funds business on their internal/external platforms. The company have a very healthy track-record and $ AUM to match. You must either be from an Asset Management, or Wealth Management background and have a minimum of 2-3 of the tasks responsibilities above and having worked within IFA Wealth Management Operations (with the willingness and aptitude to learn more and take on more responsibilities within the Operations role). The company offer a hybrid mix of working-from-home and also in-the-office, but for the initial first three months you will be expected to go into the office full-time for on-the-job training. This is an amazing opportunity for someone to work for a very successful Asset Management company and the firm is truly invested in career progression (i.e. after a period of time to potentially become an Operations Supervisor, or Manager, or move into another department such as Risk, Compliance, or Sales) and they also offer study support, i.e. IOC, IMC, CFA, or even Excel, VBA, or Python courses. As this role is client facing, you will need to have a genuine “customer focused” approach, be a genuine people person and “go-getter” with good interpersonal skills, in both verbal and written form (i.e. sending out accurate emails and letters every day). In addition, having an aptitude with numbers and Excel is really important. Lastly, you need to take ownership of all queries, both big, or small and be proud and “dedication to excellence” to follow-up every customers query, know when to escalate to management etc. About you: Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills. Collaborative Team player Ability to prioritise workload and work to tight deadlines. Good problem solving skills Ability to handle difficult situations with tact and diplomacy. Good administrative and personal organisational skills Good numeracy skills Good IT skills / ability to use Microsoft Office and Excel Salary £27,000 k pa - £30,000 k pa (dependent on experience), plus very good benefits.
Start date: ASAP Job Title: Car Finance Assistant Location: Uxbridge office & work from home (hybrid) Working Hours: Monday - Friday 9am-5pm (some weekends due to the nature of the work) - Key Responsibilities: - Assisting the sales team with day-to-day tasks, especially during busy periods - Onboarding car dealerships across the UK (cold calling) - Build and maintain robust relationships with car dealerships to ensure high levels of client satisfaction - Updating CRM - Maintain a log of conversations with dealerships and track progress - Liaise closely with the Head of Dealerships to facilitate the closure of deals provided by onboarded dealerships - Conduct weekly conversations with onboarded dealerships to offer excellent customer service and support with finance deals - Handle dealership complaints, grievances, and needs, to ensure loyalty to CarFinanced Training will be provided Join us at CarFinanced and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional car finance solutions to our clients and partners.
We are looking for a results-driven Sales Representative to promote our full suite of IT solutions. This is a commission-only role where your income potential grows with your sales performance. You will be responsible for identifying and securing new clients who need our managed IT support, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and IT consulting services. Key Responsibilities: Prospect and engage potential customers for IT services. Effectively communicate CyberNotch's diverse service offerings. Close sales and secure long-term client partnerships. Exceed sales targets and revenue goals. Provide ongoing support to maintain customer satisfaction. Requirements: Proven sales experience, ideally in IT or technology services. Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills. Ability to work independently and achieve targets. Interest in working on a commission-only basis. Benefits: Uncapped commission structure. Flexible working hours and remote work options. The opportunity to represent a company offering a broad range of IT services. Compensation: Commission-based with significant earning potential. Flexitime Work from home How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your sales experience and why you would excel at selling CyberNotch's IT services.
National Business Development Manager Location: Remote (Home-based) - UK Employment Type: High Commission Based. Pay: Get Paid Weekly On Your Sales About Us: Fade Away Ink is a pioneering company introducing Ephemeral Tattoo Ink, a groundbreaking product set to transform the tattoo industry. As we expand our footprint in the UK, we are looking for dynamic, motivated individuals to join our team and drive our business development efforts. Job Description: As a National Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for driving sales of Ephemeral Tattoo Ink through home-based telephone sales. This is an exciting opportunity to work remotely, connect with potential clients, and help us establish a strong market presence. Your primary goal will be to introduce ephemeral tattoo ink to the UK tattoo industry and sell the ink. You will have weekly targets and the opportunity to earn commission based on your performance. Key Responsibilities: • Conduct outbound sales calls to potential clients in the tattoo industry. • Present and promote Ephemeral Tattoo Ink to prospective customers. • Schedule Zoom presentation meetings with tattoo artist. • Identify and qualify sales opportunities to meet and exceed weekly targets. • Maintain accurate records of sales activities and customer interactions. • Provide feedback on customer needs, concerns, and issues. • Collaborate with the team to develop strategies for market penetration. Requirements: • Previous experience in telephone sales or business development is preferred. • Excellent communication and negotiation skills. • Self-motivated and goal-oriented with a strong work ethic. • Ability to work independently from home. • Reliable internet connection and a quiet workspace. • A passion for the tattoo industry and innovative products is a plus. What We Offer: • Competitive weekly pay with attractive commission structure. • Flexible working hours. • Comprehensive training and ongoing support. • Opportunity to transition to a permanent role based on performance. • Be part of an innovative team driving change in the industry. How to Apply: If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and help us make a mark with Ephemeral Tattoo Ink, we want to hear from you! Please send your CV and a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role. Application Deadline: ASAP Join us this summer and be part of something revolutionary!
We are currently looking to recruit an experienced Door Canvasser to join our team in West Midlands. Our eco-oriented company provides energy-saving solutions, including changing boilers, installing wall and loft insulation, and upgrading radiators. We want you to join our team as some big projects are coming! We are seeking salespeople usually accustomed to a maximum work travel distance of up to 1 hour from home. We offer options for both employed and self-employed positions. Your work would be to: - Generate leads by door canvassing. - Giving the customer a detailed explanation of what the benefits would be. - Canvasing specific areas from the list. - Completing qualifying paperwork with a customer. Our ideal lead generator will: - Have at least 6 months of experience in door-to-door sales. - Be target-driven and motivated to earn. - Be positive, outgoing and a strong communicator. - Have a full driving licence and need to have the use of your car. - You will get: - Hourly rate £12.00 +commission - Commission : - 1-4 leads (installed)- £50 per lead - 4-9 leads (installed) - £150 per lead - 10+ leads (installed) - £300 per lead - Full support. - 37.5 hours per week. - Competitive performance bonuses. - Opportunity to increase commission rates. - If you have experience in the direct sales industry, are motivated by money, and are not discouraged by door canvassing, please send us your CV. - Job Types: Full-time, Zero hours contract - Pay: £12.00-£13.00 per hour - Expected hours: 37.5 per week - Additional pay: - Bonus scheme - Commission pay - Performance bonus Schedule: - Day shift - Monday to Friday - Weekend availability Work Location: On the road
Overview Ornate i Ltd provides continuous support and good quality applications for admissions in higher education in the UK. We aim to deliver the best match between student needs and the Universities we partner with. We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Office Manager to join our team and contribute to our ongoing success. The Office Manager will be responsible for day-to-day administrative operations of our office. Duties · Day to day management and running of the office. · Develop, implement and manage the Health & Safety policy. · Ensure the office is organized, efficient, and well-maintained. · Manage the facilities and maintain security. · Ensure all staff and visitors have a comfortable and safe working environment. · Liaise with agents and maintain university communications. · Liaise with agents and proceed invoices for payment per the company’s policy. · Help to organise staff and marketing events. · Manage office supplies, equipment, and inventory, placing orders as needed. · Organise IT support. · Keep accurate records. · Report to the Head of the Admin team Experience Excellent organizational and time management skills; Strong written and verbal communication abilities. Proficiency in office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace). Basic knowledge of bookkeeping and financial management. Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively. Strong interpersonal skills and a customer service-oriented mindset. A level in business administration or a related field preferred but not mandatory. Experience in UK student recruitment or International student recruitment preferred but not mandatory. Join our team today and be part of a dynamic marketing environment where your skills will make a significant impact on our company's success. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £35,000.00-£38,700.00 per year Additional pay: Bonus scheme Commission pay Performance bonus Yearly bonus Benefits: Company events Company pension Referral programme UK visa sponsorship Work from home Flexible language requirement: English not required Schedule: Monday to Friday Overtime Education: A-Level or equivalent (preferred) Experience: Office Management: 2 years (preferred) Work Location: In person Application deadline: 25/10/2024 Reference ID: Ornatei2024 Expected start date: 25/11/2024
Nursery Manager Full time, on-site £33,000 - £35,000 per annum starting salary before bonuses, ideal start date 25th November, open to discussion. We are looking for a dedicated Nursery Manager to join and lead our friendly team in Swanley at our brand-new setting. The nursery has been running for 26 years, recently relocating to a bespoke building in Swanley Park. As a Nursery Manager you will be responsible for all aspects of the nursery operations and compliance, leading with exceptional people, commercial and educational standards. This is a role where your knowledge of nursery education and expertise, customer service and people development combine to create an environment for children to thrive! Dawn to Dusk Day Nursery is a home from home nursery looking for an enthusiastic, energetic and motivational Nursery Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a happy nursery where we focus on encouraging children to be children, learning through fun and engaging play. You will be working with a dedicated team in a caring, family friendly and stimulating environment. The Nursery Manager works closely with the Director whilst also being expected to work autonomously in relation to everyday management responsibilities. The role requires the confidence to make decisions considering the reputation and financial aspects of the business whilst balancing a high degree of sensitivity to the needs of children and families. You will have a fantastic team to support you in your role as Manager, including a Full Time Assistant Manager, Part Time Office Manager/Administrator and Full Time SENCO, all supernumerary to ratios. Expectations from a successful candidate: · The ability to provide operational management of the nursery facilities and staff, to ensure a high quality, balanced provision of good practice education and care is delivered at all times. · Responsible for adherence to policies and procedures. · Ensure that the CPD, training, support, mentoring and supervision of the staff team inspires and leads ambitious practice. Good HR skills needs to make sure the team thrives. · To create a welcoming setting in which parents are happy to entrust their child. · To promote a successful and profitable business. · Engage with the local community and marketing the nursery to reach maximum occupancy whilst providing excellent customer care. Qualifications and experience required: A full and relevant level 3 qualification, higher or QTS. DBS enhanced disclosure within the child workforce sector Paediatric 12hr First Aid certificate Safeguarding training and qualification Nursery Management: 3 years (preferred) Childcare: 5 years (preferred) Right to work in the UK Nursery Management: 3 years (preferred) Childcare: 5 years (preferred) Right to work in the UK 51 weeks a year full time, 40 hours per week with the ability to be flexible to ensure tasks are completed. Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to): Management of the nursery and staff, and the overall care and education for the children in the setting. Conducting meetings with staff members and ensuring effective staff deployment. Assume responsibility for the daily operation of the nursery with agreed plans and budgets and that the nursery target occupancy levels are met. Financial management: income and expenditure, and occupancy, alongside our Office Manager. Thorough management of staff, supporting the care and education of the children in the nursery within a key person structure, promoting good practice and being a role model for other staff and children. Overall management, planning, and development of the nursery in close contact with the Director. Identify training requirements for team members, liaising with the Assistant Manager to ensure delivery and evaluate effectiveness. Handle people management in collaboration with the Assistant Manager and/or Director, including recruitment, induction, performance reviews, disciplinaries, grievances, and absence management. Communicate effectively with staff, parents/carers, and external agencies, demonstrating excellent customer service skills. Complete relevant paperwork and records to required standards and deadlines. Ensure the safeguarding, health, safety, and welfare of the children, including responsibility for child protection issues in liaison with appropriate agencies. Maintain adequate staffing levels in line with statutory ratio requirements, including arranging staff cover and rotas. Promote and apply equal opportunities policy throughout the nursery. Benefits Include: 31 days off, 20 bookable. Birthday off. Discounted Childcare. Christmas Bonus. Performance related Bonus. Social Events. Free Parking. Free drinks and access to nursery lunches. Attendance bonus. Training opportunities. Company Pension.
We are seeking a Qualified Plumbing Engineer to join our dynamic team. Working with domestic and commercial properties throughout London. The role involves the maintenance, repair, and installation of plumbing systems, with a focus on safety and high-quality workmanship. Customer relations are key and the ideal candidate will have good customer facing skills. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical knowledge and be proficient in assembling and plumbing various systems. This role requires hands-on experience with power tools and hand tools, as well as the ability to perform some heavy lifting. The Plumbing Engineer will play a vital role in ensuring that all plumbing systems are designed, installed, and maintained to the highest standards. This role requires someone who can respond quickly, diagnose, secure and repair plumbing emergencies. - Monday-Friday 09:00-18:00 with the option for Overtime - Starting Salary 45k Per annum - Bonuses and rewards - 33 Days holiday per annum - Company van supplied - Company tools and materials supplied Example: Water pooling under the sink - leak unidentified. GBSE Connect promise - Ensure customer is kept aware of our Estimated arrival time. - Ensure customer relations are paramount throughout the visit. - Arrive as soon as possible to prevent damage to property. - Turn off the water supply if possible. - Identify leak source. Repair and replace. - Test for performance. Duties - Respond within the hour to a customer plumbing emergency. - Carry out communications to Head office to process job efficiently. - Diagnose and report on best cause of action. - Either carry out temporary repair or preferably permanent repair. - Assemble and install plumbing systems in accordance with relevant codes and regulations. - Perform routine maintenance and repairs on existing plumbing systems. - Utilise power tools and hand tools effectively to complete tasks efficiently. - Conduct inspections of plumbing systems to identify issues and recommend solutions. - Collaborate with customers and possibly other tradespeople, including carpenters, to ensure seamless integration of plumbing systems within building projects. - Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used. - Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations while working on-site. - Engage in basic maths calculations for system layouts, material quantities, and measurements. Experience - Proven experience as a Plumbing Engineer or in a similar role is preferred. - Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot plumbing issues effectively. - Familiarity with commercial driving is advantageous for transporting materials to job sites. - Experience in welding is a plus for specific plumbing applications. - Ability to perform heavy lifting as required during installations or repairs. - A solid understanding of plumbing codes and regulations is essential. If you are passionate about plumbing engineering and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to our projects while advancing your career in a supportive environment. To Apply: If you're a skilled plumber seeking to advance your career with us, we’d love to hear from you. Job Type: Full-time Pay: 45,000.00 per year Additional pay: - Bonus scheme - Commission pay - Performance bonus - Tips - Yearly bonus - Overtime Benefits: - Company Van - Company pension - Relocation assistance - Work from home Schedule: - Monday to Friday - Weekend availability Experience: Plumbing: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: - Driving Licence (required) - City & Guilds (required) Work Location: Remote
Job Title: Customer Service Representative Location: Remote (Work from Home) Pay Rate: £25.00 per hour Job Type: Full-time / Part-time (flexible hours) About Swish World Group: Swish World Group is a global leader in delivering high-quality products and services to customers worldwide. We are committed to ensuring excellent customer experiences and are seeking a dedicated Customer Service Representative to join our team remotely. This position offers the flexibility to work from home while providing top-tier customer support. Job Overview: As a Customer Service Representative, you will be the first point of contact for our customers, handling inquiries, resolving issues, and providing information about our products and services. Your role is essential to maintaining customer satisfaction and loyalty, and you will work closely with various teams to ensure a seamless customer experience. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a passion for helping others, and the ability to work independently in a remote environment. Key Responsibilities: · Respond to customer inquiries via phone, email, and live chat in a timely and professional manner. · Provide information about products, services, and company policies to customers. · Resolve customer complaints and issues efficiently, ensuring customer satisfaction. · Process orders, returns, and exchanges while ensuring accuracy in customer accounts. · Collaborate with internal teams, such as sales, marketing, and product development, to address customer feedback and concerns. · Maintain detailed records of customer interactions and follow up on unresolved inquiries. · Identify opportunities to enhance the customer experience and suggest improvements. · Stay up-to-date with product knowledge and company updates to provide accurate information. Required Skills and Experience: · Previous experience in a customer service or support role is preferred. · Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. · Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a remote work setting. · Proficiency with CRM systems, email, and live chat tools. · Problem-solving skills with a customer-first attitude. · Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle high volumes of inquiries. · Self-motivated and able to work independently without supervision. Perks and Benefits: · Competitive Pay: £25.00 per hour, with opportunities for bonuses based on performance. · Remote Work: Flexibility to work from the comfort of your home, anywhere in the UK. · Professional Development: Access to ongoing training and development opportunities. · Flexible Hours: Work schedule that supports a great work-life balance. · Employee Discounts: Enjoy discounts on Swish World Group products and services. · Supportive Team: Be part of a friendly, collaborative, and supportive team environment.
We have a great opportunity available for a Senior Civil Engineer (Highways) to join our team at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis. - working from home / site visits when required. As Senior Civil Engineer (Highways) you will provide design and project management services to support strategic programmes and activities within the Capitals team. You will be responsible for managing projects in accordance with our change framework, across the portfolio of projects for the services. Working independently and pro-actively leading on the delivery of the key objectives, managing stakeholders, and delivering high quality outputs and outcomes under little supervision. Benefits: Now is a fantastic time to become part of our team and in return we can offer you an excellent range of benefits including flexible working options, remote working, a generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays, an enhanced local government pension scheme, a range of discounts, an onsite gym, salary sacrifice car schemes, an employee assistance program and so much more! Key responsibilities: Technical design to relevant UK standards (DMRB, Manual for streets) as well as producing high standard professional written technical reports. Producing technical drawings using Civil's 3D. Liaising and maintaining a good relationship with internal and external clients answering queries and responding to technical issues, provide support, and ensure that we deliver successful outcomes, which add improvement to services, customer outcomes, and savings. To identify key outputs and milestones for decision. To report to the appropriate governance forums, track and monitor actions. Adherence to WBC and supplier processes. Stakeholder Management. Liaising and managing surveyors, consultants, contractors and other collaborators. Record and track costs and benefits of projects and create learning logs to be referred to with each new project. Manage risks and issues in line with Corporate Risk management policy Pre-empt problems and resolve quickly to protect projects. Work with all parties in a collaborative manner and make decisions to ensure projects and tasks are on time and budget Candidate requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject. Experience in efficiently using Civils 3D software to produce Highway plans. Sound working knowledge of relevant national and international highway related standards (e.g. DMRB, SHW, Traffic Signs Manual, Manual for Streets), contracts (e.g. ICE, NEC, and FIDIC), methodologies and procedures Experience of managing and delivering projects from concept design through to construction. With a minimum of 4 years’ experience Pavement design experience and Road drainage design experience Job Type: Full-time Pay: £38,223.00-£42,403.00 per year Benefits: Casual dress Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Flexitime On-site gym On-site parking Sick pay Work from home Schedule: Monday to Friday Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wokingham, RG40 1BN Application deadline: 20/10/2024
Position: IT Customer Support Engineer Location: Farnborough, Hampshire GU14 6JD Hours: Full Time Salary: £18,000 – £23,000 DOE IT Customer Support | Farnborough, Hampshire | | Full Time - 8:30 am to 5pm Mon-Fri | £18,000 – £23,000 DOE We are a family-run business that offer the widest range of time and attendance products that enable our clients to improve their business through the effective management of their workforce. During our 100-year history we have provided many thousands of satisfied customers with expert advice and market leading Time & Attendance systems, products and door access control solutions, whilst upholding our family business values. We are proud holders of the “Investors in People” GOLD Award and through ongoing training and development our staff are focused on delivering the highest levels of customer service and living up to the company motto of “Making Time For You”. We are also ISO 27001:2022 registered. This position is an office-based role working from the Farnborough Office with the opportunity to work Hybrid from home as training develops. Are you the right person for the job? Excellent telephone manner IT Skills – Confident in the use of computers Logical problem-solving skills Clearly spoken and written English A responsible and positive attitude Ability to prioritise work Good at planning ahead Remaining calm under pressure Word processing and spreadsheet skills Microsoft Windows knowledge Time management skills Accurate record keeping Good Team Player What will your role look like? Working in the IT support helpdesk as part of a team, providing excellent customer service support to their customers Installation and setup of software on servers + PC’s Training customers on the use of our Cloud and Windows software while using remote desktop tools, assisting with set up and resolving software questions or issues Self managing individual responsibilities. Answering telephone calls and web chats from customers in an excellent and professional business manner Using the database to search for customer’s information and history Assisting customers with software installation and setup via remote desktop tools What to expect in return They are located next to North Camp Railway Station, with good access to GWR lines to Reading and Guildford The office is located off the A331 with access to M3 and A3 The opportunity to extend the role, and develop into inter-IT management, server management and supervisory roles They offer a pension scheme Other benefits to be discussed at the interview If your CV is successful, you will be contacted for a telephone interview, and then face to face interview at the Farnborough office.
Job Summary We are seeking a Sales Coordinator (Cantonese Speaking / Part time / Freelance) to join our team in providing administrative support, sales and marketing activities and ensuring the smooth business operation. Company Background We are a solutions services provider in design, supply and installation of renewable energy specially building integrated solar panel system. Our focus has always been on meeting the long-term need for renewable energy solutions. We integrate the latest technology and systematic management to provide the solutions to exceed customer expectations both in quality and price. We are greatly honored to be a partner in our customers’ success by offering them flexible energy solutions. Key Roles and Responsibilities - Assist the business operation and preparation of company websites and the promotion tools - Manage office correspondence including emails and phone calls - Handle the sales enquiry and work together with Manager - Provide face-to-face, telephone and video interpreting services to Manager - Prepare and follow up on sales quotations and proposals - Maintain customer databases and update sales records - Work from home and Flexible working hour Qualifications - Degree holder in Sales & Marketing / Business Administration / Engineering / English Language / Translation and other equivalent - Proven experience as Sales Coordinator / Secretary / Administrative Assistant / Interpreter or in a similar role - Fresh Graduates or University students are also welcomed - Proficient in Microsoft Office applications - Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask - Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Chinese - Cantonese speaking is must. Job Type: Part-Time / Freelance / Work from Home Pay: £11-14 per hour Expected Working hour: 40 hour per month Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In Person
Category Manager with experience in leading various public sector procurement procedures, strong understanding of the Public Procurement Regulations 2015, commercial contracts and excellent IT skills with good knowledge of current category platforms, is required to join a well-established housing association. SALARY: £55,075 - £63,500 pro rata+ Generous Benefits (see below) LOCATION: Hybrid working - Mostly remote/working from home, with occasional attendance at the office in Ealing (W5) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, 12 Month Fixed Term Contract WORKING HOURS: 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Category Manager with experience in leading various public sector procurement procedures, strong understanding of the Public Procurement Regulations 2015, commercial contracts and excellent IT skills with good knowledge of current category platforms. Working as the Category Manager, you will join the growing procurement team as they strengthen the group’s procurement function. Within this role, you will be supporting several transformation projects. As the Category Manager you will support the Head of Category / Procurement Business Partner in implementing category strategies, oversee contract implementations and develop and maintain supplier and customer relationships. DUTIES Your duties as a Category Manager will include: Supporting the Head of Category / Procurement Business Partner in implementing category strategies. Additionally, you will take ownership of various sub-categories, leading end-to-end tender projects, managing framework agreements, and handling other relevant projects Work closely with Head of Procurement Operations to enable a smooth transition to the new procurement regulations and contract management system Oversee contract implementations, attend review meetings with internal stakeholders to ensure supplier performance meets agreed SLA’s, and provide solutions to contract-related issues Develop and maintain supplier and customer relationships according to the agreed strategy for a specific category or sub-category, following best practice contract management models Effectively coordinate Category Management activities to achieve team objectives, including monitoring tasks within the ECM portal in D365 and P2P Support the management and reporting on supplier performance, taking corrective actions where necessary Identification of Continuous Improvement opportunities within the Category and Contract Management Collaborate with the wider organisation and colleagues to ensure a consistent and compliant approach to procurement and contract management CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS Degree qualified (or equivalent) with a desire to undertake a CIPS qualification Experienced in leading various public procurement procedures coupled with a strong understanding of the Public Procurement Regulations 2015 and forthcoming Procurement Act 2024 Experience in working on procurement transformation Good understanding of commercial contracts and terms and conditions Excellent communication skills (written & verbal) with the ability to influence stakeholders Experience of pre and post commercial administration of contracts and managing supplier performance The ability to manage projects (qualification in Project Management is desirable, not essential) Excellent IT Skills - good working knowledge of current category platforms as well as MS Office applications BENEFITS 25 days’ holiday (Plus Bank Holidays) increasing up to 28 days with 3 years of service Up to 8% contributory pension Flexible working Investment in your learning and development The organisation recognises that some people will only apply for a role if they meet 100% of role requirements. If this sounds like you, they’d still encourage you to apply should you not feel you meet the criteria 100%. APPLY TODAY JOB REF: AWDO-C12570