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The Procurement Officer will be responsible for ensuring the efficient sourcing and procurement of goods, optimising inventory management and supporting the overall logistics operations of the company. The Job Description is as below: - Develop and implement procurement strategies to meet the company's operational needs and objectives; - Review and analyse purchase requisitions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and procedures; - Maintain supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance to ensure quality and timely delivery of goods; - Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure favourable terms and pricing agreements; - Evaluate and recommend improvements to procurement policies, procedures, and processes; - Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to procurement activities; - Constantly looking for new supply resources and prioritising suppliers that conduct their operations with a very clear and open sustainability guideline; - Ensures the purchase costs are kept under the budget and find opportunities for cost reduction; - Drives changes in procurement procedures to align with organisational strategy as well as industry and market competition; - To develop, update and ensures fidelity to food safety policies and procedures at the suppliers is maintained.

Job Title: Graduate Solutions Consultant (Management Consulting) Location: Manchester (City Centre) Type: Onsite Sector: Fintech Startup Reporting Line: Directly to the Chief Customer Officer and Co-Founder Join an innovative fintech startup located in the heart of Manchester! The client is a dynamic team dedicated to revolutionizing the financial technology landscape. Their mission is to develop cutting-edge solutions that simplify complex financial processes, making them accessible and efficient for businesses of all sizes. The Solutions Consultant / Business Analyst will play a crucial role in analyzing client processes and identifying how the technologies can be most effectively deployed to meet their needs. This position is ideal for a highly analytical individual with outstanding communication skills, who thrives on building relationships and presenting strategic solutions across organizational levels. What You´ll Do: - Researching key new target markets to: 1. Understand key challenges and opportunities where the client can drive growth, operational efficiencies and enhanced risk control through its Verified Identity Messaging products. 2. Clearly define Ideal Customer Profiles. 3. Identify target enterprise accounts and contacts and the specific strategic, goals, interests and motivations. - Analyse complex operations within enterprise prospects - Create high-quality, professional, in-depth, bespoke deliverables such as: 1. Account research papers 2. Market research papers 3. Proposal documents including: Operational designs (current state and future state). High-level project plans. Business case - Build strong relationships with stakeholders across prospect accounts and at all levels from on-the-ground operators to C-suite executives - Provide a day-to-day contact point for prospect queries - Maintain up-to-date and clear account plans - Configure SaaS sales tools used by the client to support marketing campaigns including: 1. Defining workflows 2. Shaping content/briefs 3. Analysing and reporting on performance and continuous improvement. What it Takes: - Strong analytical skills – proven ability to quickly consume and assess new information and apply existing knowledge and problem-solving skills to clearly articulate opportunities and solutions. - Top STEM/business degree and/or experience working in an analytical role for a top-tier technology, finance or management consultancy business. - Verbal communication – be able to communicate verbally over the phone, in video calls and in person, both 1:1 and within meetings, clearly and professionally with people at all levels of an organisation. Strong listening and empathy skills to ensure strong relationships can be built. - Exceptional written communication – be able to clearly and concisely create written content which is presented professionally. Examples provided within the application are appreciated. - Driven self-starter – be able to operate and be inspired by a fast-changing environment with limited guidance and formal procedure. Take accountability for finding solutions to problems, whilst remaining focussed on delivering against goals. We want someone who backs their own abilities, whilst working effectively as part of a team, with the potential to grow with the business. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a fast-growing company, we encourage you to apply and join us on this exciting journey. Contact: Kate Prescott-Eckardt

Job Description: · discusses business methods, products or services and targets customer group to identify marketing requirements. · establishes an appropriate quantitative and qualitative market research methodology and prepares proposals outlining programmes of work and details of costs. · discusses possible changes that need to be made in terms of design, price, promotion etc. in light of market research with appropriate departments. · briefs team on client requirements, monitors the progress of advertising campaigns and liaises with client on potential modifications. · Help by suggesting, devising and co-ordinating direct mail campaigns to target markets as outlined in the Sales Activity Plan. Requirements · Have minimum 6 months 1 year working experience, alongside education or post education. Would be advantageous but not essential. · Be a fantastic communication skill both verbal and written. · Be a collaborate team player whilst maintaining an ambitious and competitive mindset. · Can grasp new topics and acquire new skills quickly. · Be curious and have a solution focused mindset, always finding a way to overcome challenges and deliver results. · Be incredibly coachable and willing to learn. · Possess excellent organizational skills.