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The Warehouse Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the furniture warehouse, including inventory management, storage, distribution, and staff supervision. Warehouse Operations Management. Optimize warehouse layout for space utilization and accessibility.

Job Description Company Description Title: General Manager Location: Tilbury, Essex Salary: £40-45,000 per annum High volume catering offer within one of BaxterStorey's distribution contracts.

Job Title: Supply Chain Manager Location: North Kent (Office Based) Salary: £50-65K Job Type: Full Time | Permanent Supply Chain Manager Diamond Search Recruitment are delighted to be representing our client, a fast-growing UK distributor, in the recruitment of an experienced Supply Chain Manager. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for owning end-to-end supply chain planning, international sourcing and inventory optimisation within a dynamic and expanding business environment. You will lead planning strategy, manage global supplier relationships and drive operational excellence to ensure product availability while optimising stock, cost and service performance. The Role Reporting to the Operations Director, you will take ownership of the full supply chain lifecycle — from demand forecasting through to imports, purchasing and inventory management across UK locations. You will also lead a small team and play a key role in shaping scalable S&OP processes to support continued business growth. Key Responsibilities S&OP & Planning Leadership * Own and develop the monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process * Build consensus demand plans across Sales, Finance and Operations * Present supply/demand outlook and risks to senior leadership * Drive forecast alignment across the business Demand & Supply Planning * Create short, medium and long-term forecasts at SKU level * Monitor forecast accuracy and implement improvements * Translate forecasts into effective purchasing and supply plans Inventory & Stock Management * Optimise stock levels, safety stock and reorder parameters * Manage inventory across multiple UK locations and 3PL partners * Reduce excess, slow-moving and obsolete stock Global Sourcing & Supplier Management * Manage international suppliers and purchasing activity * Negotiate lead times, MOQs and supply flexibility * Track supplier performance (OTIF, quality, responsiveness) Imports & Logistics * Oversee inbound international logistics * Coordinate with freight forwarders and customs partners * Manage Incoterms, documentation and shipment performance Leadership * Manage and develop a team of three supply chain professionals * Set priorities, coach team members and drive performance * Foster continuous improvement culture About You We are seeking a commercially aware Supply Chain professional with strong planning expertise gained within a distribution or industrial environment. You will likely have experience within: Construction supply, building materials, M&E, industrial distribution or similar sectors Demand planning and supply planning leadership Importing and global supplier management ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel analysis Cross-functional stakeholder collaboration Desirable CIPS, APICS or equivalent supply chain qualification Experience implementing or improving S&OP processes Fast-growth or scaling business experience Why Apply? Strategic leadership opportunity Growing UK business with international supply base High-impact role influencing operational performance Collaborative and ambitious environment Apply today or contact Diamond Search Recruitment for a confidential discussion. Diamond Search Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy

Internal Job Title: Financial Reporting Manager Business: Blakley Electrics Ltd Location: Dartford Job Reference No: 4555 Job Purpose: The role will lead financial reporting and assist with the financial planning cycle. This role will report to the Financial Controller of the business and work closely with Lucy Group finance teams. Business Overview: Blakley Electrics is a UK manufacturer specialising in high performance power distribution, protection, transformer and lighting products, supplying sectors including construction, industrial, rail, nuclear and events. The company has operated for over 65 years and manufactures in house to ISO9001:2015 standards. Job Context: Financial Reporting Produce accurate monthly management accounts, financial commentary. Assist with year end statutory accounts preparation Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and internal financial policies. Collaborate Financial Accounting to maintain financial controls and support financial reporting. Preparation of company tax pack reporting to Group Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Assist the Financial Controller with quarterly forecasting, annual budgets and medium term planning. Partner with operational teams (Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sales, Engineering) to deliver meaningful forecasting inputs. Develop and maintain financial models to support scenario planning, pricing reviews and margin analysis. Support the analysis of revenue, cost drivers and working capital performance to identify improvement opportunities. Preparation of reports to feed into the cashflow forecasting model Support make-or-buy decisions, Capex, appraisal and ROI analysis Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience Working in a deadline orientated financial organisation. Background in financial reporting and FP&A within manufacturing or engineering environments. Proven ability to implement and improve financial processes Fully qualified accountant or finalist (ACA, ACCA or CIMA). Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills Excellent analytical and modelling skills Able to prioritise workload effectively Ability to work to tight deadlines whilst maintaining quality and attention to detail Ability to integrate local and Group financial policies and procedures Recognised accountancy body Behavioural Competencies Integrity and Professional Judgement Commercial and Operational Mindset Ownership and accountability Attention to Detail Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving Communication and Working Relationships Adaptability and Resilience Problem solving ability & continuous improvement mindset Does this sound interesting? We would love to hear from you. Our application process is quick and easy. Apply today! #LI-ONSITE / #CVLAbout Us: Lucy Group Ltd is the parent company of all Lucy Group companies. The Group is on a mission to improve people's lives with intelligent power, smart lighting and sustainable homes. Since its origins in Oxford, UK, over 200 years ago, the group has grown and diversified. Through various businesses, today we employ around 1800 people worldwide across five continents and has a turnover exceeding £400m

I am currently in need of a Site Manager to manage a £1.2 million new build of a commercial distribution centre in Grays, Essex. The works involved will include the full installation of a racking system and conveyor belts within a newly built warehouse and it is due to PC in the next 12-16 weeks. The Candidate - must be capable of delivering the project standalone reporting into a visiting contract manager and be able to do sequencing, short term programming, trade management, site inductions, raise permits, tool box talks, work to tight deadlines, influence H&S on site, Q/A etc. The suitable candidate MUST have "High Bay" and "Rack Clad" experience. Site tickets required are SMSTS, CSCS & First Aid qualified. My client are looking to pay a competitive day rate and are looking to start the suitable candidate to start at the beginning of April 26. If you are keen to get more details on the position please send me a copy of your CV to RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

Location: Stanford-le-Hope, Essex Salary: £60,000.00 + car allowance Summary: A proactive and driven Assistant Branch Manager is required to support the leadership of our clients 155,000 sq ft logistics and cross-dock operation, employing around 100 staff across warehouse, transport, and operational functions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into senior operational leadership within a fast-paced, modern logistics environment. Key Responsibilities: In this role, you will support the Branch Manager with the day-to-day running of warehouse and transport operations, including: Ensuring smooth operational alignment across Transport, Warehouse, and Logistics teams. Managing, motivating, and supporting teams across warehouse, drivers, and operational staff. Achieving operational KPIs, productivity goals, and high service levels. Upholding high standards of health & safety, compliance, and best practice. Working closely with customers and internal teams to maintain performance and service quality. Supporting labour planning, shift performance, and staffing requirements. Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across transport and cross-dock operations. Assisting with management of the branch P&L, labour costs, operations spend, and productivity. Helping develop operational strategy and drive performance enhancements.Experience: We're looking for a strong people leader with: Proven experience in warehouse and logistics management. Experience managing large operational teams within logistics or distribution. Excellent leadership, decision-making, and organisational skills. Solid understanding of transport, warehouse, and logistics operations. Experience with WMS systems and operational KPIs. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities. Experience within 3PL environments; logistics/transport qualifications (e.g. CILT); and managing multi-function logistics operations would be desirableProcessing Your Data Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so. Please visit our website to read our Privacy Policy in full, in this Policy you will find information about our compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations. All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role

Territory Manager Territory Covers: Dartford (DA2) and the surrounding areas Full Time, Monday – Friday Fixed Term Contract – From 12th May until 28th September 2026 with a great chance to lead to a permanent opportunity. Salary up to £29,500 plus 10% performance related bonus, £600 retention bonus, company car, fuel card Are you looking for a chance to represent a well-known global brand? Or a new role that could lead to other opportunities? We have a fantastic track record of retaining many colleagues who initially join us on fixed term contracts within longer term or permanent roles across the wider business so this is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door! We have a fantastic opportunity to join our team as part of a new project. Our dedicated team will drive sales through ensuring that we have the agreed distribution in stores, products available for customers, promotional compliance on fixture/feature space and implementing incremental displays for impulse purchases. Working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment your role is to support our client in delivering their key sales and marketing strategies. As a Territory Manager you'll take responsibility for building and maintaining strong relationships with key decision makers within the grocery channel. Day to day you will be helping drive sales based on a solid selling story around our brands and category. So, if you are a self-starter, love being out and about and would like an opportunity to work within Field Sales with an awesome team then this is the perfect role for you! Why Join our Team! • Up to £29,500 salary + achievable 10% bonus based on performance, • Additional £600 bonus payable upon successful completion of contract, • Company Car & Fuel Card, • Mobile Phone & Tablet provided, • Smart working policy - you will work 40 hours per week Monday to Friday but can flex your hours between 7am and 7pm, • We champion equality & inclusivity and are passionate about creating a workplace that promotes and values diversity., • 23 days holiday (pro-rated) plus bank holidays, • We encourage flexibility, life outside of work and a healthy work/life balance are so important so take advantage of our smart working policy, • We care about your mental wellbeing – our Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid access provides all colleagues and immediate family with 24/7 support on physical, financial & mental wellbeing, • Fantastic progression opportunities across Avidity Group Did you know that we have a fantastic track record of retaining colleagues and redeploying into other brand teams across the Avidity Group? Here are just a few of the additional benefits you will have access to if you remain with us. • Family Friendly policies – including enhanced maternity, paternity, • Annual leave purchase, • Annual pay reviews and access to early pay, • Plus, lots of amazing discounts, life assurance x3 salary, enhanced sick pay, health cash plan, discounted private health care & more Please note: This role requires a driving licence with no more than 6 points or previous bans. This is a field-based role which will involve regular daily travel, so you must be comfortable driving distance. Overnights may be required on occasion

Our client, a long-established family firm with a network of branches in the South and East of England, that supply machinery and services to the agricultural, construction and professional ground care machinery markets are looking for a Goods Inwards and Parts Person, to join their team in Dartford, Kent. On Offer: * Full-time permanent role * Working Hours: 39 hours per week – 8am to 5pm Monday to Thursday, 8am to 4pm Friday (1-hour unpaid lunch) Saturdays as per rota. (Overtime paid at time and a half on completion of 39 hours Monday to Friday) * Immediate starts available * Competitive salary – dependent on skills and experience. * 32 days holiday (inc bank holidays) * Workplace pension * Life assurance (2 x salary) * Country store staff discount * Company sick pay scheme * Flu jabs and employee referral scheme. Main Purpose of the Role: Reporting to the Parts & Showroom Manager, the Goods Inwards & Parts Person will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the goods inward area and all parts/showroom-related deliveries. Responsible for assisting with the day-to-day retail sales within the showroom which will include Parts, Hardware, Clothing and Groundcare machinery sales. You will ensure delivery of excellent customer service at all times by dealing with all queries relating to the products and services supplied by the Company either face to face or over the telephone. Duties and responsibilities will also include: * Goods receiving and distribution of orders * Transfer of stock into the stores and showroom * Unpacking branch 'bins' and processing supplier parcels * Loading and unloading of internal lorry * Management of customer delivery and collection shelves * Stock checking when required * Management of showroom stock To Be Considered for the Goods Inwards & Parts Person: * A good knowledge of Agricultural and Horticultural equipment and parts is advantageous * Enjoy working in a busy atmosphere and can cope under pressure during busy periods * Good communication skills: face to face, letter, email and telephone * Familiarity of working in a retail environment and showroom experience (desirable) * General computer skills and familiarity with email and internet use * Supporting internal workshop technicians with parts identification * Good numeracy and literacy skills * Attention to detail and accuracy with numbers, handling of cash, cheque and card payments * Provide efficient, effective and friendly customer service * Full driving license For more details, please contact Willis Global – Experts in Recruiting

Class 2 Driver Location: West Thurrock, RM20 3LB Pay: £17.66 per hour | Up to £847 per week | Weekly pay Hours: 48 hours per week Shift: Start times between 04:15 and 06:00 Contract: Temp - Perm About the Role We are looking for a professional Class 2 Drivers to work on behalf of our client in West Thurrock on a temp to perm basis. As a Class 2 Driver you will play a vital role in ensuring deliveries are completed on time and in full, while providing a high-quality, professional service to your customers. Working as part of a team of distribution operatives and reporting to your Line Manager, you will collaborate closely with the Warehouse and Office teams to ensure the smooth running of the operation and the achievement of overall site objectives. You will be responsible for delivering products from distribution centres directly to customers. These include pubs, supermarkets, and key events. Key Responsibilities Deliver goods to customers safely, on time, and in full, following all legal and company requirements. Work closely with the Warehouse, Transport, and Office teams to ensure smooth daily operations. Support yard and loading activities as required. Complete multi-drop deliveries while maintaining high customer service standards. Carry out vehicle checks, maintain vehicle cleanliness, and report defects or incidents promptly. Adhere to Working Time Directive, driver hours, health & safety, and company policies. Handle delivery issues professionally, escalating to the Transport or Customer Service team when needed. Act as a role model by working safely, respectfully, and with integrity at all times. Support continuous improvement and assist with training new team members as required. Qualifications Current and valid Category C Driving Licence (no more than 6 points) Current and valid Driver CPC Current and valid Digital Tachograph Card Class 2 Driving experience, 2 years minimum preferred Basic numeracy and literacy skills Forklift licence (B1 Counterbalance) is desirable Experience of multi-drop deliveries Skills & Attributes Self-motivated with the ability to use initiative Strong time-management skills and attention to detail Ability to work effectively in a time-sensitive environment Clear and confident communication skills Collaborative and supportive team mindset Positive attitude toward feedback and continuous improvement You can look forward to the following benefits: 28 days paid holiday (Pro Rata) Access to Manpower Rewards (Discounts on adventure days) Access to the MyPath upskilling programme £17.66 per hour Weekly pay About our client: Our client is a leading beverage company, bringing together a rich heritage in brewing and soft drinks innovation. Operating across the UK and international markets, the company offers a diverse portfolio of well-known brands spanning beer, soft drinks, and energy beverages. With a strong focus on sustainability, quality, and innovation, our client is committed to creating great drinking experiences while reducing its environmental impact. The business fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture, empowering employees to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and evolving industry. Apply now and a member of our Team will be in contact! TPBN1_UKTJ