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About us: Mitsubishi Electric is a global innovator in energy, automation and building technologies. From air conditioning and lifts to robotics and power systems that power homes and businesses across the UK. With 150,000 employees worldwide and 850 in the UK, we’re creating “Changes for the Better.” Join us to make a real impact for a smarter, sustainable future. Want to know more about the company? Take a look here: ___ Role summary: We have a fantastic opportunity where your work will play a key role in helping us achieve our goal of becoming truly customer-centric, ensuring the best possible experience for our customers. In this role, you will directly influence the customer journey, and your feedback will help shape the future vision of the customer experience. You will work collaboratively with our E-Commerce, Procurement, Logistics, and Credit teams, acting as the voice of the customer to champion standardisation, automation, and simplification of processes. We are looking for someone enthusiastic, highly motivated, and passionate about creating an innovative customer experience. You should excel at building strong relationships with customers and strive for continuous improvement. Above all, you must demonstrate pride and passion for the Mitsubishi Electric brand and the products that deliver renewable solutions for heating and cooling. Skills/Responsibilities: • Be the ‘voice of the customer’ when operating within the business., • Bring to the attention of the Spare Parts Manager any process failures that could compromise the integrity and reputation of the department., • Help customers navigate through digital processes to promote positive NPS/CSAT scores., • Capturing department performance data for the purpose of reporting including NPS/CSAT scores., • Effectively manage the spares inbox ensuring professional, prompt, and efficient replies., • Liaise with logistics, credit control, procurement to highlight any ongoing issues, support the Spare parts manager with insight on issues where required., • Deal with logistics/credit queries and problems within the stated service level agreements (SLA)., • Understand and comply with all relevant company policies., • Provide customers accurate information related to spare parts., • Contribute to all team targets and KPI’s. Experience: • Administration experience, • Personal attributes: self-motivated, driven, numerate, organised, punctual, assertive, professional, personable, numerate and resourceful, • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), • Analytical with excellent attention to detail, • Excellent time management, multitasking skills and ability to meet deadlines set, • Ability to work under pressure and use own initiative, • Excellent business sense, commercial awareness and negotiation skills, • Ability to work effectively both individually and as part of a team, • Desirable skills SAP / CRM / Previous experience in a refrigeration / air conditioning / chiller sector., • IT Literate and competent user of Microsoft packages (Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint) In return for your commitment, we will offer you some fantastic benefits: • Generous annual leave allowance - 25 days per year, plus bank holidays increasing by one day with each year of service until 27 days per year., • Flexible Working - we offer a range of flexible working options that include working from home or hybrid working., • Pension., • Life Assurance., • Group Income Protection Scheme., • Private Medical, Dental Insurance and a Cash Plan Scheme - Single cover funded by Mitsubishi., • Access to Mitsubishi’s very own discount platform., • Colleague Referral Scheme., • Holiday Buy., • Long Service Awards., • Cycle to Work Scheme., • Sports & Social Club (Recent events such as theatre trips, Ascot, Paintball, The Darts), • Employee Assistance Programme including additional services Eldercare & Best Doctors. Equality and Diversity As the business environment around Mitsubishi Electric Group is rapidly changing, providing a workplace where employees can work to their full potential regardless of gender or age is essential to business development. Based on this, Mitsubishi Electric promotes employee diversity through the following measures.

Join Metro – Where Innovation Meets Logistics Excellence At Metro, we don’t just move freight - we move boundaries. Powered by cutting-edge technology and driven by passionate people, we deliver world-class import/export solutions across air, ocean, and road freight, as well as supply chain management and specialist services in retail, manufacturing, automotive and chemical sectors amongst others. Metro has experienced fantastic growth in its European Roadfreight division and aspires to be an industry leader in European Overland services. We’re offering an exciting opportunity to join a strong, dynamic team that’s shaping the future of cross-border logistics. As part of our European Roadfreight Customer Services team, you’ll manage daily operations for key clients, ensuring their goods are delivered quickly, cost-effectively, and with exceptional service. If you’re passionate about logistics, customer relationships, and making a real impact - this is the role for you. What You’ll Be Doing You’ll be the main point of contact for some of our most valued clients, managing their shipments and building lasting relationships. Your responsibilities will include: Day to day operations support • Support our Senior Account Manager team with day-to-day operations., • Develop strong relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues throughout the UK and Europe, to help facilitate smooth and frictionless transport of orders to, from and within the continent., • Enter shipments on our in-house system, you will generate orders and instructions for our suppliers., • Deliver exceptional service with prompt responses and proactive communication., • Understand individual customer requirements and tailor your approach., • Take full ownership of your workload and manage tasks independently., • Show initiative and a desire to grow within the business., • Learn from a knowledgeable and friendly team and contribute to Metro’s continued success. What You’ll Bring We’re looking for someone who’s enthusiastic, customer-focused, and ready to grow. You’ll need: • Ambition to develop your career in logistics., • Excellent customer service skills and experience in a customer-facing role., • Previous experience in European Roadfreight (preferred but not essential)., • Strong written and verbal communication skills., • Excellent planning and attention to detail., • A proactive, problem-solving mindset., • Ideally educated to A-Level standard; Degree level is a plus. Why Metro? We believe in rewarding our people. Here’s a selection of what you’ll enjoy: • Discretionary bi-annual bonus – because your success drives ours., • Health & wellness perks – including gym discounts, retail offers, and more., • Health cash plan – supporting your wellbeing., • Octopus EV car scheme – drive electric, drive smart., • Free parking – no stress, no cost., • Respectful, inclusive culture – where your voice matters., • Training & development – grow with us, every step of the way. Plus, You’ll Enjoy: • Career Mobility & Growth – We actively promote from within and offer clear pathways to progress into senior roles or explore other departments., • Cross-Training Opportunities – Expand your skillset by working across different freight modes and supply chain functions., • Fast-Paced, High-Impact Work – Be part of a team that thrives on energy, agility, and delivering results under pressure., • Make a Global Impact – Help major international brands deliver on time, every time - your work keeps global supply chains moving., • Tech-Driven Efficiency – Work with industry-leading systems like Cargowise and MVT to streamline operations and reduce manual tasks.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Freight Forwarding Business Development Manager working for a worldwide freight forwarding company with the scope to cover the whole of the UK with your client base The role is remote, so we are open on where candidates can be based in the UK as you will be selling air and sea freight services to a nationwide client base With over 70 partner offices, 200 agents covering 5 continents we offer local expertise with global experience catering to each customer's specific transportation and logistics needs. Key Responsibilities: • Generate new business by cold calling prospective customers., • Generate new sales leads and revenue., • Meet with clients face to face, over the phone / Teams etc., • Build / develop relationships with clients, • Achieve set targets, • Complete all work on time and to schedule including a weekly pipeline, • Participate in the organisation of corporate events, • Understand calculating costs when tailoring customer rates, • Proven experience in selling multi modal, but mainly Air, Sea freight services nationally to global clients, • Proven track record of sales figures with small to medium companies, • interpersonal skills for building and developing relationships with clients, • A flexible approach to work with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, • initiative and the confidence to start things from scratch., • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, • Computer Literate, • Salary - Circa £50,000 to £65,000 this however open and Negotiable DOE, • Commission Structure on life of account, • Car allowance £450 per month, • Pension, • Private Healthcare, • Mobile provided, • Laptop Provided JBRP1_UKTJ

About us: Mitsubishi Electric is a global innovator in energy, automation and building technologies. From air conditioning and lifts to robotics and power systems that power homes and businesses across the UK. With 150,000 employees worldwide and 850 in the UK, we’re creating “Changes for the Better.” Join us to make a real impact for a smarter, sustainable future. Want to know more about the company? Take a look here: ___ Role summary: We have a fantastic opportunity where your work will play a key role in helping us achieve our goal of becoming truly customer-centric, ensuring the best possible experience for our customers. In this role, you will directly influence the customer journey, and your feedback will help shape the future vision of the customer experience. You will work collaboratively with our E-Commerce, Procurement, Logistics, and Credit teams, acting as the voice of the customer to champion standardisation, automation, and simplification of processes. We are looking for someone enthusiastic, highly motivated, and passionate about creating an innovative customer experience. You should excel at building strong relationships with customers and strive for continuous improvement. Above all, you must demonstrate pride and passion for the Mitsubishi Electric brand and the products that deliver renewable solutions for heating and cooling. Skills/Responsibilities: • Be the ‘voice of the customer’ when operating within the business., • Bring to the attention of the Spare Parts Manager any process failures that could compromise the integrity and reputation of the department., • Help customers navigate through digital processes to promote positive NPS/CSAT scores., • Capturing department performance data for the purpose of reporting including NPS/CSAT scores., • Effectively manage the spares inbox ensuring professional, prompt, and efficient replies., • Liaise with logistics, credit control, procurement to highlight any ongoing issues, support the Spare parts manager with insight on issues where required., • Deal with logistics/credit queries and problems within the stated service level agreements (SLA)., • Understand and comply with all relevant company policies., • Provide customers accurate information related to spare parts., • Contribute to all team targets and KPI’s. Experience: • Administration experience, • Personal attributes: self-motivated, driven, numerate, organised, punctual, assertive, professional, personable, numerate and resourceful, • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), • Analytical with excellent attention to detail, • Excellent time management, multitasking skills and ability to meet deadlines set, • Ability to work under pressure and use own initiative, • Excellent business sense, commercial awareness and negotiation skills, • Ability to work effectively both individually and as part of a team, • Desirable skills SAP / CRM / Previous experience in a refrigeration / air conditioning / chiller sector., • IT Literate and competent user of Microsoft packages (Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint) In return for your commitment, we will offer you some fantastic benefits: • Generous annual leave allowance - 25 days per year, plus bank holidays increasing by one day with each year of service until 27 days per year., • Flexible Working - we offer a range of flexible working options that include working from home or hybrid working., • Pension., • Life Assurance., • Group Income Protection Scheme., • Private Medical, Dental Insurance and a Cash Plan Scheme - Single cover funded by Mitsubishi., • Access to Mitsubishi’s very own discount platform., • Colleague Referral Scheme., • Holiday Buy., • Long Service Awards., • Cycle to Work Scheme., • Sports & Social Club (Recent events such as theatre trips, Ascot, Paintball, The Darts), • Employee Assistance Programme including additional services Eldercare & Best Doctors. Equality and Diversity As the business environment around Mitsubishi Electric Group is rapidly changing, providing a workplace where employees can work to their full potential regardless of gender or age is essential to business development. Based on this, Mitsubishi Electric promotes employee diversity through the following measures.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Freight Forwarding Business Development Manager working for a worldwide freight forwarding company with the scope to cover the whole of the UK with your client base The role is remote, so we are open on where candidates can be based in the UK as you will be selling air and sea freight services to a nationwide client base With over 70 partner offices, 200 agents covering 5 continents we offer local expertise with global experience catering to each customer's specific transportation and logistics needs. Key Responsibilities: * Generate new business by cold calling prospective customers. * Generate new sales leads and revenue. * Meet with clients face to face, over the phone / Teams etc. * Build / develop relationships with clients * Achieve set targets * Complete all work on time and to schedule including a weekly pipeline * Participate in the organisation of corporate events * Understand calculating costs when tailoring customer rates * Liaising regularly with operations and customer service team. Position Requirements * Proven experience in selling multi modal, but mainly Air, Sea freight services nationally to global clients * Proven track record of sales figures with small to medium companies * interpersonal skills for building and developing relationships with clients * A flexible approach to work with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment * initiati...

A leading logistics firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Import Manager to enhance their CGL Wholesale Import Department.

We are seeking an experienced and driven Import Manager to develop and grow our CGL Wholesale Import Department. Support BDM’s and Account Managers when on boarding new clients and act as a final escalation point for operational issues. Arrange regular meetings with your Team / Trade Managers, to

A global events agency is looking for a Meetings and Events Project Manager to oversee all aspects of event management, including logistics, budgeting, and compliance.

A global logistics provider in Manchester is seeking a Product Development Manager for Sea Exports. The successful candidate will drive innovation in the sea export product, enhancing competitiveness and acquiring new customers.

A growing global fashion e-commerce brand based in Manchester is seeking a Supply Chain & Fulfilment Manager to oversee their logistics operations.

As the world's largest employee-owned logistics organisation, we proudly house two beloved brands, Cardinal Global Logistics and Far Logistics. Arrange regular meetings with your Team / Trade Managers, to review performance and opportunities. We are seeking an experienced and driven Import Manager t

Role: ILS Manager Location: Manchester Hybrid: 2 days a week onsite Overview We are recruiting several Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) Managers to support the next generation of complex systems for a global defence customer base. The ILS Manager role offers the opportunity to develop programme management and customer-facing skills while working on high-profile international projects. Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage ILS activities to ensure effective through-life support of systems * Apply predictive logistics models to optimise availability and performance * Plan and coordinate support activities from supply chain through to customer delivery * Manage multiple priorities and resolve issues across programmes * Contribute to the development of support models and strategies About You * Proven experience in Integrated Logistic Support/ILS Management is essential * Broad engineering background; degree in a technical/numerate discipline beneficial * Defence/Aerospace or complex systems experience is preferred * Strong analytical and planning skills * Able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment Benefits * Competitive salary and generous annual bonus * Competitive pension scheme * Enhanced parental and family leave policies * Excellent training and career development opportunities * Supportive working environment and modern onsite facilities * Relocation support may be available Please note that candidates must be eligible to obtain SC clearance and therefore hold British Citizenship

We are looking for a Logistics Coordinator to work on the UK's first commercial scale LAES plant, based in South Manchester. The position is available as a hybrid working arrangement Purpose: Coordinate the collection, consolidation as appropriate, transportation and tracking of goods to designated arrival to ensure;- Shipments prior to ROS date or agreed site schedule; - Appropriate handling is to industry standards ensuring condition of goods on arrival at destination. - The completeness and accuracy of Shipment Documentation and Files (Electronic and Hard Copy) Key Activities: The responsibilities of the role will include, but not limited to: Assess and determine order of priorities on a daily basis with regard to developing project priorities. Obtain details of cargo to be transported from Suppliers, HVP Engineering/QA Generate Project MMT reports in Aveva ERM Coordinate with Project FF on all day-to-day shipping activities. Monitor FF MMT relevant transport bookings. Review Suppliers packing and shipping documentation as appropriate Monitor FF to ensure mobilisation times are met Coordinate with FF and monitor shipment movements until arrival at destination Keep Project Logistics Manager and Construction Management informed on project shipments via the FF Shipping Register Review FF Invoices against FF agreed Contract rates for accuracy and formal approval. Process information into the Aveva ERM system. Cover other Project work as and when required. Keep control of data entry/file closures in timely manner Key skills and experience: Familiar with UK transport and Government regulations. Must have working knowledge and experience of Aveva ERM Team player as well as work independently Previous experience with Project Freight Forwarding Experience with all Multimodal forms of transport Experience with Dangerous Goods by air/road Experience with Customs Documents Familiar with Incoterms Familiar with Import & Export documentation and compliance People are our business worldwide Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables

Position: Key Account Manager - Global Freight & Supply Chain Location: Manchester Salary: £35,000 - £48,000 DOE Due to growth, our client, a leading global freight forwarding and supply chain solutions provider, is seeking a Key Account Manager to manage and grow strategic customer accounts, with a focus on sea and air freight. You will act as the central point of contact for key customers, oversee international shipments through a Control Tower approach, ensure operational excellence, and drive commercial growth. Job Overview Manage strategic customer accounts across sea and air freight, with some exposure to road freight. Develop and execute customer-specific account plans to drive growth, service improvements, and cost optimisation. Act as a Control Tower, overseeing international shipments, monitoring milestones, and managing exceptions or delays. Coordinate with operations, carriers, customs, procurement, and finance to ensure smooth delivery and SLA compliance. Support RFQs, tender management, and solution design for new business. Produce KPI dashboards and performance reporting for customers and management. Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, security programs, and company policies. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across accounts and internal processes. Build long-term, trust-based relationships with customers and internal teams. Site visits: UK-based only, frequency depends on client accounts. Job Requirements 3-5+ years' experience in freight forwarding, mainly in sea and air freight. Strong understanding of international shipping, trade lanes, and Incoterms. Experience in Control Tower operations, PO visibility tools, operations management, or global coordination preferred. Proven ability to manage and grow key accounts. Commercial skills including negotiation, pricing, and RFQs. Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving abilities. Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, business, or related field preferred. Professional certifications are a plus. Salary & Benefits £35,000 - £48,000 per annum, dependent on experience (maximum for highly experienced candidates). Full-time, permanent. 28 days holiday including bank holidays. Office-based with UK client site visits as required. Opportunity to work with global freight accounts and develop commercially and operationally. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for

Our client, is a global leader in Freight Forwarding who is now recruiting for a Senior Supply Chain Solutions - Key Account Manager joining the team at their offices in Trafford Park Reporting to the GM of Supply Chain Solutions. The Key Account Manager is responsible for managing and developing strategic customer relationships across airfreight, sea freight, and road freight. Acting as a central Control Tower for international shipping flows, ensuring a seamless coordination of end-to-end logistics, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across global trade lanes. The role combines commercial development, operational oversight, and strategic customer relationships. Required Skills & Experience KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER Technical & Industry Expertise Experience in freight forwarding across air, sea, and road (minimum 3-5 years). Strong understanding of international shipping processes, trade lanes, and Incoterms. Experience in a control tower, PO Visibility tools, operations management, or global coordination role strongly preferred. Commercial Skills Proven capability in managing and growing key accounts. Negotiation, pricing, and RFQ experience. Ability to interpret customer supply chain data and create value added solutions. Additional Skills Excellent communication and relationship building abilities. Strong problem-solving mindset with proactive decision making. High level of organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities. Education Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, business, or related field (preferred). Professional certifications are a plus. Salary and Benefits Salary Range £35-£45k, with potential for higher based on experience 25 days holiday Pension Life insurance Health Cash Plan EAP Company Social Events Free onsite parking Free refreshments Hours of work - flexible working either 8-4, 9-5 or 10-6 with a 45 minute lunch break

A leading global construction consultancy is looking to appoint a Cost Manager to join its Manchester office, supporting the delivery of major projects across the industrial, logistics, and manufacturing sectors. The Cost Manager The successful Cost Manager will play a key role in delivering high-quality cost management services across all project stages, working with clients, contractors, and internal teams to ensure commercial success and operational efficiency. This role is ideal for a commercially aware Cost Manager with strong consultancy or contractor experience and a collaborative, client-focused approach. The Cost Manager position offers flexible hybrid working, a generous benefits package, and access to a structured career development programme with full APC support. Responsibilities: Deliver full cost management services across complex industrial and logistics projects Prepare cost plans, tender documentation, and contract administration reports Manage change control, valuations, and final accounts Provide clear commercial advice to clients and project teams Support project delivery while mentoring junior staff where required Uphold best practices in cost control, risk management, and reportingRequirements: Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a construction-related discipline MRICS, equivalent qualification, or actively working towards chartership Experience working within a consultancy or contractor environment Industrial, logistics, or manufacturing project experience (preferred) Strong understanding of commercial principles and NEC contracts Excellent communication, reporting, and team collaboration skills What's in it for you? £45,000 - £55,000 25 Days holiday + Bank holidays APC Programme Health insurance Hybrid working Generous Pension Plan Life assurance Mobile and Laptop Car allowance Regular socials Cycle to work scheme Supportive culture Flexible working conditions Great work-life balance Income protection Internal training programmes Death in Service contribution Health & Wellness programmeIf you are a Cost Manager considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dominic Jansen at Brandon James. (phone number removed) Reference #DJ1050 Employers Agent / Surveying / Construction / MRICS / FRICS / Quantity Surveyor / Contract Administration / Associate Director / Construction Consultancy / Fee Generation / Pre-Construction Planning / Quantity Surveying / QS / Cost Manager / Cost Consultant / Consultancy / Manchester