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About the Company VPZ is the UK’s leading vape retailer, operating 190+ stores nationwide alongside a rapidly growing ecommerce platform. As the business continues to scale, we are seeking an experienced Operations Director. About the Role This is a broad, commercially focused role with accountability that extends beyond traditional retail leadership, covering the full operational engine of the business. We are looking for a commercially astute Operations Director to lead the execution of our operational strategy and drive performance across the estate. The role demands a leader who will be closely connected to the operation, comfortable making tough decisions, and experienced in delivering results within fast-moving, multi-site retail businesses. As VPZ continues to grow, the business requires greater consistency, pace and performance discipline across the estate. This role exists to strengthen operational execution, sharpen accountability and ensure the organisation is set up to scale profitably. Responsibilities Retail & Sales Performance • Own retail performance across 190+ stores including revenue, conversion, ATV, UPT and like for like growth., • Get into the detail to understand what is happening on the shop floor and fix what is not working., • Lead and challenge the Area Sales Manager structure, building accountability, capability and bench strength., • Set and enforce customer experience standards across the estate., • Use data, insight and judgement to identify opportunities, manage risk and drive growth., • Work closely with Buying and Marketing to maximise range, availability, footfall and in store execution. Warehouse & Logistics • Take full ownership of warehousing, inventory and distribution across retail and e-commerce., • Balance availability and working capital, ensuring the right stock is in the right place at the right time., • Drive efficiency in pick, pack and despatch to improve service levels and reduce cost., • Lead third-party logistics partners and contract negotiations., • Play a key role in VPZ’s journey to becoming a bonded warehouse by 2026, ensuring compliance with customs and excise requirements. Marketing Operations • Ensure marketing campaigns are delivered on time, in store and fully compliant., • Oversee POS, signage and promotional execution across the estate., • Control marketing operations budgets and supplier relationships, ensuring value for money and consistency. Property • Own the retail estate including leases, renewals, rent reviews and landlord relationships., • Lead new store openings end to end from site selection through to fit out., • Ensure stores and offices are safe, compliant, well maintained and fit for purpose. Human Resources • Provide hands on leadership of HR with direct ownership of complex employee relations matters., • Personally handle disciplinary, grievance, redundancy and tribunal cases as required., • Ensure full compliance with UK employment law., • Drive recruitment, workforce planning and capability building at scale., • Shape culture, engagement and performance across a workforce of 600+. What Success Looks Like • Improved like for like sales and margin delivery across the estate., • A strong, consistent field leadership structure with clear accountability and performance rhythm., • Clear operational control of stock, labour and cost., • A capable leadership team with depth, succession and high standards. Who We’re Looking For This role is for an operator, not an observer. You’ll Bring • Proven experience as an Operations Director or equivalent in a large multi-site retail business with 100+ stores., • A track record of driving sales performance and P&L outcomes, not just managing processes., • Strong, practical HR knowledge with experience handling complex employee relations., • Experience running warehouse and logistics operations at scale., • Solid property experience covering leases, negotiations and estate strategy., • Confidence leading large, layered teams and holding people to account. You’ll Be • Commercial to your core with a strong focus on numbers, margins and results., • Comfortable being hands on, visible and decisive., • Calm under pressure and prepared to make difficult calls., • Data led but pragmatic with insight driving action., • Credible at Board level while remaining effective and respected across the operation. Please ensure you apply with an up-to-date CV. Applicants must be 18 years old or above, any subsequent job offer is subject to pre-employment screening and right to work checks.

The role demands a solid understanding of communications principles, creative flair, and a professional approach to process and deadlines. Reporting to the Director of Marketing & Communications, the Communications & PR Manager has responsibility for all internal communications and external press &

The part time marketing and sales consultant will work closely with our Director of Studies and will be integral to the continued success of our college, with the opportunity to work from home in a flexible and varied position. Freelance Marketing and Sales Consultant - Edinburgh. Marketing: To orga

A leading book distribution company in the UK is seeking a Sales and Marketing Leader to drive growth and success across various customer sectors.This full-time role involves leading teams, managing customer relationships, and aligning business strategies.Ideal candidates should have senior sales le

Head of Global Wholesale - Fashion Brand - WFH with International Travel Reports to: Managing Director Purpose: Accountable for leading the wholesale business and team to grow business opportunities globally and deliver the commercial strategy to achieve sales and profit targets though all 3rd Party Channels. Key Responsibilities Build the strategy for Global Business Growth, with the objective to onboard Key Business Partners and new appropriate Markets and the size of opportunity. Structure your approach with Commercial Targets for bringing on new Business Partners and measure performance to achieving the business strategy. Research and prepare roll out solutions, including Regulations, Taxation, Export plans, Legally and Socially appropriate to each market. Assess the target International Markets for potential opportunity alongside existing own retail Ecommerce business for best brand representation and to ensure no conflict of interest. Collate and present Competitor knowledge (including pricing) within new markets and trading behaviour for key categories. Present the opportunity of new markets and new customers to internal stakeholders and be responsible for leading the integration & business processes to launch and trade 3rd Party Channels. Plan long term growth for Marketplaces and Consignment partners trading to ensure best deal and representation of the brands with each. Negotiate improvements in contracted terms and assess profitability. Assess process performance and maintain the best systems and end to end processes to serve 3rd Party Channels and enable the Growth Strategy. Responsible for contract negotiations & management to achieve the best deal for the business and cost to serve modelling for new business partners. Build Targets and measure performance by Channel and Customer. Take active trading decisions to achieve set targets. Conduct regular review of contracts and make recommendations on commerciality, including market right pricing and competitor analysis to include and feed back into future business strategy and plans. Brief Marketing team for promotional materials, launch moments, strategic support for 3rd Party Channels. Support the sales team to deliver in their roles with larger customers by developing close working relationships at senior stakeholder levels with these partners. Prepare reports, presentations, management information, reporting and correspondence on a regular basis in order to track progress of strategic goals and commercial performance. Collate consistent and accurate data and statistics working with the Finance and Operations contacts and the wider teams internally and externally to ensure efficient and accurate processes are in place. Managing a team Provide leadership and direction to the team to meet business and individual objectives, in a way that upholds our values. Promote an inclusive culture, embracing diversity and ensuring all team members are treated equally and fairly. Act as a role model, inspire others, and project the company values in all that you do. Communicate effectively always, to ensure the team are on board and are well informed. Provide mentoring and/or coaching to develop the skills and expertise of team members. Conduct regular 1-2-1 meetings and annual Personal Development Plan's (PDP) to monitor and evaluate individual performance, offering constructive feedback and tailored development plans to encourage continuous personal development and growth. Provide day to day line management support including holiday approvals, dealing with absences, etc. Play an active role in supporting the ongoing health and wellbeing of team members, both face to face and remotely. Demonstrate high quality management and deal with sometimes challenging or complex situations, with the support of the People & Culture Team. Provide feedback and reporting to senior management, regarding the performance, growth and future needs of your team when required. Continuously develop your own leadership and people management skills. General responsibilities Treat all colleagues, customers, suppliers and fans with the upmost dignity and respect. Act as a role model, uphold and project the company values in all that you do. Communicate and collaborate effectively with other team members and provide feedback where necessary. Maintain records as appropriate and ensure all related documents are filed in an orderly manner. Maintain and update records relating to working practices and procedures for use by other team members. Travel to industry events or business events where applicable. Pursue continuing professional development in relation to the role and its duties and responsibilities as agreed through Personal Development Plan's or at other times. Participate in all mandatory training events, as deemed appropriate for your role or for the company. Understand and live our Environmental, Social, and Governance goals; find ways in which you and your team can make a positive contribution and impact through your working practices and behaviours. Undertake ad hoc assignments from time to time and other duties as requested by management. Understand and ensure the full observation of your contract of employment, the companies operating procedures and policies and its health and safety obligations. BH35215 TPBN1_UKTJ

Position: Senior Funeral Director Location: Barclays Funeral Directors, Edinburgh Job Type: Full-time, permanent - 38.33 Hours per week Salary: £33,000.00 per annum We are looking for a compassionate and committed Senior Funeral Director to join our team at Barclays Funeral Directors in Edinburgh, as someone who takes pride in supporting families with care and professionalism. You will play a key leadership role in overseeing funeral arrangements, guiding and developing your team, and building strong relationships with local partners and the wider community to ensure every service is delivered with respect and excellence. Why This Role Matters... As a Senior Funeral Director, you will be responsible for team performance, development, and operational leadership, supporting the Cluster Manager in achieving business objectives. This role ensures consistent compliance, client satisfaction, and staff excellence, fostering a culture of empathy, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Your Impact and Responsibilities... As a Senior Funeral Director, you lead by example, guiding families with empathy and professionalism, while supporting your team to do the same. You'll spend around 70% of your time delivering and overseeing services, and the rest managing the day-to-day operations of one or more branches, including the team. You'll be responsible for ensuring high standards of care, training, service delivery, and local marketing, creating a culture where your team is proud of the work they do and families feel informed, respected, and looked after. As a Senior Funeral Director, you will: • Deliver complex funeral arrangements with professionalism - ensuring all funeral arrangements are respectful, appropriate, and reflect the client's wishes • Oversee branch standards and ensure timely, high-quality care of the deceased • Participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota (including nights/weekends) to support families - providing out of hours support, including dignified collection and transfer of the deceased into care. • Lead on recruitment, onboarding and ongoing performance reviews, undertaking regular 121's • Ensure back-of-house teams have responsibilities, and ensure seamless scheduling and service coordination • Support the Cluster Manager in overseeing branch performance, audits, and compliance processes • Identify service gaps and recommend improvements to processes and training • Take responsibility for ensuring funeral plan banks are replenished • Ensure all team members are Funeral Plan Consultant (FPC) trained. Skills and Knowledge... • Comfortable leading and motivating a team to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, presentation, and service delivery. • Empathetic, service-oriented, and committed to excellent client outcomes • Understanding of the nature of the role and is prepared to assist families whenever needed, ensuring continuous care and operational effectiveness. • Able to follow strict procedures, maintain accurate records, and ensure adherence to legal and company regulations. • Confident working independently and thrives on delivering results. • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and on-call. • Understanding of operational efficiency, service offerings, and financial considerations within the funeral industry. What We Offer... • Professional development: A comprehensive induction plan and the opportunity to complete in-house development programmes to set you up for success or to pursue a qualification through our apprenticeship programme. • Bonus Potential: Unlock the possibility of earning additional bonuses, rewarding your hard work and achievements. • Private Medical Cover: You'll have access to comprehensive Bupa private medical cover, because looking after you is part of how we care. • Life Assurance Cover: Enjoy peace of mind with our life assurance cover, securing your family's future. • Health & Wellbeing Programme: Benefit from an employee assistance programme that supports your health and wellbeing. • Holiday Allowance: Start with a generous leave entitlement of 30-33 days per year, inclusive of Bank Holidays. • Pension Scheme: Plan for the future with our contributory pension scheme, helping you save for a secure retirement. What are the next steps? If this sounds like the right role for you and you're ready to bring care and professionalism to an essential service, click the 'apply' button. A member of our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps. About Us We are Dignity, one of the UK's oldest and most trusted funeral providers, with over 200 years of history, 570 branches, and 46 crematoria across the country. From launching the UK's first funeral plan to helping shape modern regulation, we have led the way in supporting families with care, compassion, and professionalism. We are now building the UK's leading end-of-life company. As part of the Dignity Group, we also operate Farewill, the country's most prominent will writer and one of the UK's top probate providers, giving families support not just at the funeral, but before and after as well. Today, we are over 4,000 people across the UK, all driven by the same goal: to care for families with compassion andmake the UK a world leader in end-of-life care. Here to help, whenever you need. FCA Statement Please note that this role is subject to meeting regulatory requirements. As an FCA-regulated organisation, we are committed to upholding the highest standards, which we achieve by employing individuals with the appropriate skills, experience, and integrity to protect both the company and our clients. If you are considered for a role, you will be asked to provide your permission for us to conduct the relevant checks and assessments that will be carried out during the recruitment and onboarding process. The nature of the checks will depend on whether the role is subject to the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR). Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement We know that diverse teams make better decisions, build better products, and create a more inclusive and better place to work. Whoever you are, wherever you're from, and whatever your life looks like, we'd love to hear from you. And if there's anything you need to make the process more accessible, please let us know. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate, and no fees will be payable. We reserve the right, depending on the number of applications received, to close or extend the closing dates for positions. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application as early as possible. TPBN1_UKTJ

As a key member of the hotel’s Executive Team, the Director of Sales and Marketing will play a critical role during the pre‑opening phase and beyond, contributing to strategic decision‑making, brand positioning, and the successful launch and long‑term commercial performance of the resort. Mi

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A leading B2B SaaS company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Director of Digital Marketing to lead their global digital growth strategy. The position offers remote flexibility and a comprehensive benefits package to support professional growth and well-being. This senior role involves managing a hi

B2B performance marketing, ideally in SaaS or adjacent software industries. Lead, coach, and scale a high‑performing digital marketing team of ~15 specialists and agency partners. Partner with Design, Content, Product Marketing, and Regional Field teams to ensure campaign excellence.

A fast-growing B2B organisation is seeking a Senior Head of Marketing to own their entire marketing strategy and drive measurable growth. This role involves managing the marketing budget, shaping brand positioning, and leading a high-performing team. The position offers a strong salary and bonus, al

Ideals is made up of people from a wide variety of backgrounds and lifestyles. B2B performance marketing, ideally in SaaS or adjacent software industries. Lead, coach, and scale a high-performing digital marketing team of :15 specialists and agency partners.