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At Alexander Steele, we are partnering with a market-leading, globally recognised manufacturing business to recruit a Group Supply Chain Manager. This is a senior leadership opportunity within a high-volume, fast-paced environment, offering real scope to influence and shape supply chain strategy across an international operation. The business has a strong reputation for quality and innovation, with an established global presence and ambitious growth plans. Reporting into the Operations Director, you will be responsible for leading the end-to-end supply chain function, ensuring the network is optimised for service, cost and efficiency. You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders, customers and third-party logistics partners to deliver a resilient and high-performing operation. Key responsibilities: • Develop and execute the overall supply chain strategy, • Lead planning, forecasting and S&OP processes, • Optimise supply chain networks to improve performance and efficiency, • Oversee logistics, transport and customer delivery operations, • Manage and develop key third-party logistics partnerships, • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain, • Lead, develop and inspire a high-performing team About you: • Proven experience in a senior supply chain leadership role within FMCG or manufacturing, • Strong expertise in planning, forecasting and supply chain optimisation, • Experience managing complex logistics networks and external partners, • A strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, • Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence at senior level This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, globally operating business in a role where you can make a significant impact.

Overview Our client is a fast-growing, global brand in the health, fitness, and sports nutrition sector, expanding rapidly across the UK. Reporting to the UK Head of Sales, the Key Account Manager will lead growth within the Gym & Independent channel, owning commercial performance across independent gyms, specialist sports nutrition retailers, and regional distribution partners. This is a highly entrepreneurial, field-focused role with full ownership of sales results, distribution expansion, and promotional execution. Working closely with cross-functional partners, including Marketing, Supply Chain, and Finance. You will play a key role in scaling the brand’s presence within one of the UK’s fastest-growing channels. Responsibilities • Deliver and exceed revenue, profit, and distribution targets in line with UK growth plans., • Manage, strengthen, and grow relationships with distribution partners, acting as the primary commercial contact., • Expand distribution across specialist retailers and independent gym networks, driving sell-through via distributor partners., • Build and execute a channel promotional calendar aligned with national strategy., • Develop a structured contact plan, capturing customer interactions, competitor activity, and new business progress., • Be field-based at least three days per week, visiting key accounts and prospective customers across the UK., • Collaborate with Marketing to implement in-store activation, sampling programmes, and brand-building initiatives., • Host sampling events in gyms and specialist stores to boost trial and awareness., • Manage internal order processing and ensure smooth operational execution., • Provide accurate forecasting inputs and support monthly S&OP processes with a focus on demand-planning accuracy., • Track and report on sales performance, distribution growth, promotional ROI, and market opportunities., • Represent our client at industry events, expos, competitions, and trade shows domestically and internationally. Qualifications • Experience in account management, field sales, or distribution within FMCG, sports nutrition, or related categories., • Strong commercial mindset, motivated by achieving targets and owning channel performance end-to-end., • Proven ability to build long-term customer relationships and grow accounts strategically., • Highly organised with strong planning, reporting, and communication skills., • Comfortable working independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams., • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word., • Solution-oriented approach with the ability to resolve customer challenges professionally., • Industry knowledge in sports nutrition or fitness is beneficial but not essential., • Passion for health, fitness, or sports is a must.

Commercial Manager – Freight & Logistics (UK) Salary & Benefits • £65,000 – £100,000 (DOE), • Fully expensed company car / car allowance, • Uncapped commission & bonus (team + individual performance), • Private medical insurance, • Employee Assistance Programme (GP access, financial support, loans), • Personalised development & clear progression plan The Opportunity An exciting opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager or Account Manager ready to take the next step in their career. Join an award-winning, globally recognised Freight & Logistics provider as they continue their ambitious growth across 2026. This organisation offers a full suite of services including: • Ocean Freight, • Air Freight, • Road Freight, • Warehousing & Supply Chain Solutions You’ll play a key role in driving revenue growth, leading new business sales, and securing new business across multiple freight modes. The Role • Drive new business acquisition across Air, Ocean, and Road Freight, • Build and manage a strong sales pipeline, • Develop and execute strategic sales plans to hit annual targets, • Recruit, train, and develop sales talent nationwide, • Collaborate with Product & Operations teams to deliver seamless onboarding and service, • Maintain accurate CRM reporting and sales tracking What We’re Looking For • 5+ years’ experience in:, • Senior Business Development Manager role, • Strong focus on new business development, • Proven track record within a Freight Forwarder or Logistics provider (UK-based), • Experience selling multi-modal freight solutions (Air, Ocean, Road), • Demonstrated leadership or team management experience ⚠️ Please note: Applications will only be considered from candidates currently working within a UK-based Freight Forwarder or Logistics provider. Why Apply? • Join a market-leading global logistics brand, • High earning potential with uncapped commission, • Real influence in shaping a growing UK sales function, • Strong internal support from Operations & Product teams, • Clear pathway for career progression

SUPPLY CHAIN & STOCK CONTROL MANAGER Job Title: Supply Chain Manager Department: Operations Reports To: Senior Leadership Team Reportees: 2+ (with scope to grow) Job Type: Permanent Location: Leeds with occasional potential travel overseas Package • Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 per annum (depending on experience), • Based in Leeds, • 25 days’ holiday + 8 bank holidays, • Profit share bonus scheme, • Development opportunities Position Statement We are seeking a commercially driven and operationally strong Supply Chain Manager to lead and develop our end-to-end supply chain function within a growing B2B business supplying into both contract & retail clients predominantly within the UK. This is not a raw manufacturing environment. The business operates a finishing and assembly model, sourcing components and finished elements from a global supplier base, which are then assembled, finished, and supplied into contract, and readymade goods imported for supply into retailers. As such, the role requires an individual experienced in managing component-based supply chains, coordinating multiple suppliers, and ensuring consistent availability, quality, and performance across assembled products. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships across Europe, China, Turkey, India and other emerging markets, ensuring continuity of supply, competitive purchasing, and consistent product standards. The business has existing strong systems and processes in place, which significantly supports the role, and a team of knowledgeable colleagues who support each other. Key Objectives • Deliver measurable cost savings across procurement and supply chain activities, • Manage and improve to best-in-class supply chain management system, • Strengthen and diversify the global supplier base, • Ensure consistent product quality and supply reliability across assembled products, • Improve supplier performance through data-driven metrics and relationship management Role Responsibilities • Take full ownership of the end-to-end supply chain, managing procurement of components, and to understand sub-assemblies and finished elements to support internal assembly and finishing operations, • Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships across Europe, China, Turkey, India and other key sourcing regions, • Negotiate pricing, contracts and supply agreements to deliver cost savings while ensuring continuity and security of supply, • Identify, evaluate and onboard new suppliers to support growth, reduce risk and improve supply chain flexibility, • Oversee forecasting and demand planning to ensure alignment between supply and customer requirements, collaborating closely along with the Operations, Sales and finance departments, • Manage lead times effectively across all suppliers, proactively identifying and mitigating potential delays or disruptions, • Ensure adequate stock levels are maintained across multiple SKUs and component lines to support uninterrupted assembly and fulfilment, • Oversee the full purchasing cycle, including stock control and order management, • Monitor, expedite and manage orders to ensure on-time delivery against agreed schedules, • Manage logistics, freight and import/export processes across international supply routes, • Implement and maintain quality control processes for incoming goods, ensuring consistency against product specifications, • Monitor and manage supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery and service metrics, • Working closely with the Goods-In function, managing workloads, space capacity and incoming goods, • Develop and track KPIs to drive performance, identify improvements and support data-driven decision making, • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimise processes, reduce costs and enhance efficiency, • Oversee inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels, storage and availability of components for assembly, • Manage returns, back orders and supplier discrepancies in a timely and professional manner, • Contribute to management discussions, providing insight and leadership on supply chain strategy and performance, • Provide reporting for daily, weekly, monthly key metrics and board reporting, and planning ahead to meet business objectives., • People and HR skills an essential part of the role, • Managing perpetual and annual inventory counts, • Would be excellent to have H&S accreditations and experience (desirable but not essential), • Proven experience in a component-based, assembly or distribution-led supply chain environment, • Background in industries such as FMCG, retail supply, consumer goods or engineered products (non-raw manufacturing), • Strong track record of managing international suppliers, particularly in Asia and Europe, • Demonstrated ability to manage multi-supplier, multi-component supply chains, • Proven success delivering cost savings and operational improvements, • Experience in supplier negotiation, contract management and performance tracking, • Experience with supply chain systems and data analysis, • CIPS qualification (desirable but not essential) Key Competencies • Commercial awareness and strong negotiation skills, • Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, • Strong coordination skills across complex, multi-supplier environments, • Analytical and data-driven mindset, • Ability to operate in an agile manner for reactive & fast-paced solutions, • Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities, • £40,000 - £50,000 per annum (negotiable), • Profit share bonus scheme, • Birthdays off, • Development opportunities, • Opportunity to shape and build a global supply chain function, • Work within a business focused on assembly, finishing and retail supply rather than manufacturing, • Exposure to international sourcing and supplier development, • Real impact on cost, quality and operational performance

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Facilities Manager to oversee and manage all building-related activities in our clients UK offices. The successful candidate will ensure our facilities are safe, functional, and efficient, while delivering a high standard of service to internal stakeholders. In addition will manage local FM team members at respective locations. JOB DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE: The Facility Manager is responsible for all FM operations, planned maintenance and reactive works at client Corporate Facilities throughout the UK, primarily outside of London eg (Oxford, Leeds, Cardiff, Nottingham, Southampton, East Grinstead, Exeter areas). The FM is responsible for the delivery of all services towards our client according to the Global Master Services Agreement (MSA), Service Level Agreements (SLA’s) and Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s). Responsible for hard and soft services and act as the key interface between the different business functions, departments and supply chain partners, providing guidance and support to ensure supply chain vendors carry out their obligations and responsibilities in a manner consistent with high-quality operational performance, financial control ensuring outstanding customer service to building occupiers at all times. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: • Manage the day-to-day operations of the site in accordance with contractual, client, and company objectives., • Ensure compliance with local health & safety legislation, environmental regulations, and internal company/client policies., • Act as the primary point of contact for subcontractors and suppliers during on-site work execution., • Assist in the development and tracking of 3rd party vendor agreements to ensure compliance with scope and language., • Supervise and coordinate supply chain vendors and specialist contractors, ensuring quality and compliance with SLAs., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of operations, compliance, and maintenance using employers or client’s systems not limited to space planning, environmental, etc., • Lead and execute planned preventative maintenance (PPM) programs and manage reactive maintenance requests and FM-related projects. Update records in CMMS system., • Conduct risk assessments and implement appropriate control measures according to the company’s operational “Ways of Working.”, • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize both operational efficiency and financial performance., • Oversee site budget and cost control, liaising regularly with finance teams and preparing financial reports as needed., • Responsibility for the preparation of operating and capital budgets including quarterly reforecasts., • Review vendor invoices for accuracy and ensure alignment with purchase orders and budget commitments., may upload into accounting system., • Own and manage the Service Activation process, from initiation through to invoicing., • Actively participate in safety operations and inspections, ensuring well-being of staff, visitors, and contractors., • Support the Senior Facilities Manager in strategic planning, budgeting, and implementation of cost-saving initiatives., • Ensure effective complaint handling and timely resolution of service issues., • Maintain and update all management systems and compliance documentation., • Represent the facilities function in internal and external meetings, audits, and events as required., • Responsible for statutory compliance at the location scheduling, tracking and ensuring all compliance is completed., • Liaison with landlord to ensure lease language and, landlords’ scope is being properly delivered, not limited to review of any landlord issued work order invoicing., • Conduct meetings with client’s site lead or head of house to review support and facility needs to ensure client’s needs are properly supported. EDUCATION • BA Degree in a related field EXPERIENCE: • Solid experience in a FM role ideally within an international corporate environment SKILLS • Fluent English, • Strong Knowledge of local regulations, • Experience in FM software such as Tririga a plus, • Excellent interpersonal skills and vendor management skills, • Strong financial and budgeting skills, • Proactive, detail oriented and safety conscious WHAT WE OFFER: • Fast paced working environment, • Entrepreneurial and supportive team, • Competitive salary, • Discretionary Bonus

Commercial/QS Manager ISS Facility Services UK are now recruiting for an experienced Commercial/QS Manager to support their Central Projects Team in driving commercially focused project delivery across multiple client accounts. This is a pivotal role where you will oversee the commercial lifecycle of projects, ensuring robust cost control, accurate change management, and strong contractual governance. With a clear emphasis on financial performance and commercial risk management, this position offers significant scope to influence project outcomes and long‑term operational success. Working closely with senior leadership, you will act as the Commercial Subject Matter Expert for the business unit. You will support Project Managers with all QS and commercial matters, lead on contract negotiations, and ensure smooth, compliant project close‑out to final account stage. The role requires a collaborative, partnership-driven approach when engaging with internal teams, clients, consultants, and supply chain partners. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide are essential. Key Responsibilities • Lead commercial and QS support across PSPT project accounts, ensuring strong financial and budgetary control., • Manage contract solutions for both upstream (client) and downstream (supply chain) agreements., • Provide QS input into project cost proposals and pricing for works tendered with existing clients., • Support commercial/QS content for PSPT account bids, including renewals and new business opportunities., • Act as the focal point for internal commercial governance processes and compliance., • Oversee financial and commercial data capture, reporting, and systems to achieve best‑in‑class standards., • Manage and interpret industry‑standard and client‑specific contracts including JCT, NEC, and Framework Agreements., • Offer leadership, guidance, and coaching to project and operational teams to strengthen commercial capability. Person Specification • Qualified Quantity Surveyor., • Experience working in a fast‑paced environment delivering multiple projects simultaneously., • Comfortable managing a lower‑value, higher‑volume portfolio of works., • Strong customer service skills with the ability to build positive stakeholder relationships., • Ambitious, proactive, and delivery‑focused., • Proven track record in similar commercial/QS roles., • Strong financial and commercial background within Quantity Surveying., • Full UK driving licence with willingness to travel UK‑wide. The Company ISS is a global leader in workplace and facilities management, helping organisations create environments where people and businesses can thrive. We partner with clients across sectors—from healthcare to finance—to deliver smart, sustainable solutions that improve everyday experiences. We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, committed to diversity, wellbeing, and supporting the Armed Forces community. As a Disability Confident employer, we’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible. If you require any adjustments, please contact our Resourcing Team—we’ll be happy to support you. Join ISS and be part of something bigger.

About Complexio Complexio is the intelligence layer for enterprise AI. Our platform builds a connected understanding of how businesses actually operate - across people, processes, and systems. Enterprises have invested heavily in AI platforms, copilots, and data infrastructure - yet daily work still runs on manual hand-offs and thousands of unseen tasks buried in emails, chats, and spreadsheets. Complexio closes that automation gap. Our Event Knowledge Graph ingests structured and unstructured data to create a living map of how an organisation truly works - every task, interaction, and dependency. Our Context Broker unifies this knowledge across enterprise systems in real time, enabling our Orchestration layer and Enterprise Automator to discover, design, and execute workflows autonomously. Stevie, our conversational AI assistant, gives teams a natural way to query and act on that intelligence. Complexio deploys securely within your infrastructure and integrates with the enterprise platforms you already run on - turning organisational knowledge into measurable business outcomes. A joint venture between Hafnia and Símbolo, backed by leading maritime partners including Marfin Management, C Transport Maritime, Trans Sea Transport, and BW Epic Kosan. Born in maritime, now scaling rapidly across industries. We are now onboarding enterprise customers globally, with a platform built to handle the pace and complexity of real business operations. Role Purpose Enterprise organisations do not buy software - they fund outcomes. The Value Engineer exists to make the connection between Complexio's platform capabilities and the specific, quantified business outcomes each customer cares about, at every stage of the relationship. Value engineering as a discipline has become a defining commercial capability at the world's leading enterprise software companies. ServiceNow built a global Value Engineering practice to justify platform ROI at scale. Celonis pioneered value engineering in the process mining space, making quantified process improvement the centrepiece of every enterprise deal. SAP's Value Advisors and Salesforce's Business Value Consultants have made the ability to prove financial return a standard expectation in enterprise software procurement. Complexio is building this capability now - at the stage where it will have the most impact on commercial outcomes. This role sits at the intersection of business consulting, commercial strategy, and deep operational understanding. You are not a sales support function. You are an independent, credible business advisor who earns the trust of customer CFOs, COOs, and operational leadership by doing rigorous work - identifying where value is being lost, modelling what recovery is worth, and demonstrating with evidence what Complexio has actually delivered. Key Responsibilities Value Discovery & Business Case Development • Lead structured value discovery engagements with prospective customers - working with operational, financial, and technology stakeholders to identify and quantify the cost of their current automation gap, • Map customer operational workflows to Complexio's platform capabilities, identifying the specific processes, hand-offs, and inefficiencies where the EKG, Context Broker, Enterprise Automator, and Stevie create measurable impact, • Translate business case outputs into executive-ready materials - CFO-grade financial models, board-level summaries, and ROI one-pagers that withstand scrutiny from finance and procurement stakeholders, • Validate assumptions with customers through structured interviews, data analysis, and process observation - never building a business case on hypotheticals that will be challenged at approval Pre-Sales Value Engagement • Partner with Sales, Client Directors, and Solutions Consultants in enterprise sales cycles - joining customer engagements specifically to lead the value and business case workstream, • Run executive value workshops with customer C-suite and operational leadership - structured sessions that move from pain identification through to quantified opportunity in a single engagement, • Produce deal-specific value narratives and ROI models that are calibrated to each customer's operational context, financial metrics, and internal approval process, • Equip the sales team with reusable value frameworks, benchmark data, and industry-specific ROI models that accelerate deal cycles across similar customer profiles, • Support commercial proposal development by providing the financial and business value content that underpins pricing, contract structure, and deal terms Post-Sale Value Realisation • Own the value realisation framework for Complexio's customer base - defining how value is tracked, measured, and reported from deployment through to steady-state operation, • Establish baseline metrics with customers at the point of deployment - agreeing the operational and financial KPIs against which Complexio's impact will be measured Value Benchmarking & Market Intelligence • Build and maintain Complexio's value benchmark library - a structured, continuously updated repository of outcome data across customers, sectors, use cases, and platform capabilities, • Develop sector-specific value models for Complexio's primary markets - maritime operations, energy trading, industrial workflow management - grounded in real customer data and validated against industry benchmarks, • Track and analyse how value accrues over time across the customer base - identifying which deployment patterns, use cases, and adoption sequences drive the fastest and largest outcomes, • Monitor competitive value positioning - understanding how Complexio's ROI profile compares to alternatives including Microsoft Copilot, Celonis, and incumbent manual processes Internal Value Enablement • Build and maintain a value engineering toolkit accessible to the broader commercial team - including value discovery frameworks, ROI calculators, benchmark data packs, and executive presentation templates, • Partner with Product and Engineering to ensure that Complexio's platform instrumentation supports value measurement - advocating for the telemetry, reporting, and analytics capabilities that make value realisation visible to customers, • Feed value data and customer outcome evidence back into Complexio's product prioritisation process - ensuring the roadmap is guided by where the platform creates the most demonstrable impact Executive & C-Suite Engagement • Engage directly with CFOs, COOs, and operational leadership as a credible, independent business advisor - not as a vendor representative, • Lead or co-lead executive value presentations and business case reviews at board and C-suite level - with the financial and operational rigour to withstand challenge from sophisticated buyers, • Shadow Co-CEOs and the CRO in strategic customer engagements as required - providing the value and ROI narrative in high-stakes commercial discussions, • Build long-term advisory relationships with senior customer stakeholders that extend beyond individual deals and create durable commercial anchors What We're Looking For Essential • 6+ years in a value engineering, value advisory, business value consulting, or management consulting role - ideally with direct experience in enterprise software, process automation, or AI/data platform contexts, • Demonstrable experience building and presenting rigorous business cases and ROI models to C-suite and finance stakeholders - models that have withstood scrutiny and influenced major investment decisions, • Strong financial modelling capability - comfortable building NPV, IRR, and payback analyses from first principles and translating operational data into financial outcomes, • Deep understanding of how large enterprises make investment decisions - approval processes, financial hurdle rates, competing priorities, and the politics of internal sponsorship Desirable Experience in the maritime, shipping, energy, or industrial sectors - operational familiarity with voyage management, fleet operations, chartering, trading, or supply chain workflows Experience with process mining, workflow analytics, or operational intelligence tools - and the ability to use data outputs to construct value narratives Familiarity with AI automation economics - understanding how to model labour displacement, error reduction, and decision acceleration in organisations adopting AI-driven workflows Experience building value benchmark databases and sector-specific ROI frameworks from scratch Who You Are Rigorous and credible - your business cases are built on real data, sound assumptions, and transparent methodology; you do not overstate value and you do not produce numbers that collapse under scrutiny A skilled interviewer and listener - you can run a discovery session with a COO or a fleet manager and extract the operational detail you need to build a credible model, without making them feel interrogated Commercially motivated - you understand that your work directly enables revenue and you take that seriously; you are not an academic analyst, you are a commercial contributor Independently minded - you are willing to tell a customer or a sales team that a use case does not meet the value threshold, because your credibility depends on honesty, not optimism • A strong writer and presenter - you produce executive materials that are clear, well-structured, and visually compelling; you do not hide weak analysis behind impressive slides, • Intellectually curious about how industries operate - you find genuine interest in understanding how a maritime shipping company makes money, where it loses it, and what operational changes move the needle, • A builder - Complexio does not yet have a mature value engineering function; you are excited by the opportunity to create the frameworks, tools, and benchmarks that will define how the company communicates value at scale

A leading life sciences recruiting platform is seeking a Senior Manager Supply Chain to drive global operational performance in a dynamic environment. The role requires 10+ years of experience in supply chain management and strong analytical skills to improve forecasting and inventory management.

SUPPLY CHAIN & STOCK CONTROL MANAGER Job Title: Supply Chain Manager Department: Operations Reports To: Senior Leadership Team Reportees: 2+ (with scope to grow) Job Type: Permanent Location: Leeds with occasional potential travel overseas Package Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum (depending on experience) Based in Leeds 25 days' holiday + 8 bank holidays Profit share bonus scheme Development opportunitiesPosition Statement We are seeking a commercially driven and operationally strong Supply Chain Manager to lead and develop our end-to-end supply chain function within a growing B2B business supplying into both contract & retail clients predominantly within the UK. This is not a raw manufacturing environment. The business operates a finishing and assembly model, sourcing components and finished elements from a global supplier base, which are then assembled, finished, and supplied into contract, and readymade goods imported for supply into retailers. As such, the role requires an individual experienced in managing component-based supply chains, coordinating multiple suppliers, and ensuring consistent availability, quality, and performance across assembled products. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships across Europe, China, Turkey, India and other emerging markets, ensuring continuity of supply, competitive purchasing, and consistent product standards. The business has existing strong systems and processes in place, which significantly supports the role, and a team of knowledgeable colleagues who support each other. Key Objectives Deliver measurable cost savings across procurement and supply chain activities Manage and improve to best-in-class supply chain management system Strengthen and diversify the global supplier base Ensure consistent product quality and supply reliability across assembled products Improve supplier performance through data-driven metrics and relationship management Role Responsibilities Take full ownership of the end-to-end supply chain, managing procurement of components, and to understand sub-assemblies and finished elements to support internal assembly and finishing operations Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships across Europe, China, Turkey, India and other key sourcing regions Negotiate pricing, contracts and supply agreements to deliver cost savings while ensuring continuity and security of supply Identify, evaluate and onboard new suppliers to support growth, reduce risk and improve supply chain flexibility Oversee forecasting and demand planning to ensure alignment between supply and customer requirements, collaborating closely along with the Operations, Sales and finance departments Manage lead times effectively across all suppliers, proactively identifying and mitigating potential delays or disruptions Ensure adequate stock levels are maintained across multiple SKUs and component lines to support uninterrupted assembly and fulfilment Oversee the full purchasing cycle, including stock control and order management Monitor, expedite and manage orders to ensure on-time delivery against agreed schedules Manage logistics, freight and import/export processes across international supply routes Implement and maintain quality control processes for incoming goods, ensuring consistency against product specifications Monitor and manage supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery and service metrics Working closely with the Goods-In function, managing workloads, space capacity and incoming goods Develop and track KPIs to drive performance, identify improvements and support data-driven decision making Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimise processes, reduce costs and enhance efficiency Oversee inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels, storage and availability of components for assembly Manage returns, back orders and supplier discrepancies in a timely and professional manner Contribute to management discussions, providing insight and leadership on supply chain strategy and performance Provide reporting for daily, weekly, monthly key metrics and board reporting, and planning ahead to meet business objectives. People and HR skills an essential part of the role Managing perpetual and annual inventory counts Would be excellent to have H&S accreditations and experience (desirable but not essential) Future potential of new product development and procurement role and/or management progressionRequirements Proven experience in a component-based, assembly or distribution-led supply chain environment Background in industries such as FMCG, retail supply, consumer goods or engineered products (non-raw manufacturing) Strong track record of managing international suppliers, particularly in Asia and Europe Demonstrated ability to manage multi-supplier, multi-component supply chains Proven success delivering cost savings and operational improvements Experience in supplier negotiation, contract management and performance tracking Experience with supply chain systems and data analysis CIPS qualification (desirable but not essential) Key Competencies Commercial awareness and strong negotiation skills Excellent relationship-building and communication skills Strong coordination skills across complex, multi-supplier environments Analytical and data-driven mindset Ability to operate in an agile manner for reactive & fast-paced solutions Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities Willingness to travel internationallyBenefits £40,000 - £50,000 per annum (negotiable) Profit share bonus scheme Birthdays off Development opportunities Opportunity to shape and build a global supply chain function Work within a business focused on assembly, finishing and retail supply rather than manufacturing Exposure to international sourcing and supplier development Real impact on cost, quality and operational performance

Contract Manager (Air Conditioning) – Leeds – Global Facilities Management Organisation CBW Staffing Solutions are working with a leading Facilities Management provider who are looking to appoint an experienced Contract Manager to oversee a portfolio of commercial air conditioning contracts. You will manage engineering teams, drive performance and act as the main point of contact for clients, ensuring all HVAC services are delivered to the highest standard. This is a key position responsible for ensuring service delivery, compliance, and client satisfaction across multiple sites in the North West and Yorkshire - this is a field based role. Package Competitive salary between £52,000 - £54,000 per annum (depending on experience) Company electric car or car allowance of £5,200 per annum Core hours are Monday - Friday (40 hours per week) 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Generous workplace pension scheme Training, development & progression opportunities Responsibilities Manage day-to-day delivery of HVAC maintenance and reactive services across multiple sites Lead, develop and support a team of engineers and supervisors Ensure full compliance with statutory regulations, health & safety and company procedures Build and maintain strong client relationships, attending review meetings and managing expectations Oversee P&L responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting and cost control Drive SLA/KPI performance and implement continuous improvement strategies Manage subcontractors and supply chain performance Requirements Proven experience in a Contract Manager or similar role within Facilities Management Relevant Air Conditioning/Refrigeration qualifications (e.g. F-Gas, City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) Strong technical background in HVAC (Air Conditioning/Refrigeration) Strong commercial awareness and financial management experience Hold a full UK driving licence Demonstrable experience managing large or multi-site contracts Excellent leadership, communication and client facing skills Interested? Apply with a full & up to date CV or contact Aaron Rutter at CBW Staffing Solutions

Electrical Components / Distribution / Technical Wholesale To £60,000pa + bonus and benefits Leeds About the Opportunity We are proud to be partnering with one of the UK's leading electrical component stockholders and distributors as they continue to invest heavily in their operations, supply chain, and product range. This is a long‑established, highly respected organisation supplying OEMs, panel builders, industrial automation businesses, MRO operations, and specialist engineering clients across the UK and internationally. Due to continued expansion and increased demand, our client is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead their procurement function, drive supplier performance, and ensure the business maintains its reputation for exceptional availability and service. This is a fantastic opportunity for a procurement professional with strong technical purchasing experience to step into a strategic, high‑impact role within a growing and forward‑thinking business. The Role Working as part of the senior operations team, the Purchasing Manager will take full responsibility for procurement strategy, supplier relationships, and inventory optimisation. You will manage a small but capable team and work closely with sales, finance, and warehouse operations to ensure a streamlined and commercially driven supply chain. Key Responsibilities Procurement & Supplier Management Oversee sourcing, negotiation, and supplier selection across a wide range of electrical components. Build and maintain strong relationships with UK, European, and global suppliers-including Far East sourcing where relevant. Negotiate pricing, terms, rebates, and service agreements to maximise margin and secure competitive advantage. Conduct regular supplier reviews and ensure consistent performance against KPIs.Inventory Optimisation & Forecasting Maintain optimal stock levels across a high‑SKU product portfolio. Analyse sales forecasts, historical data, and market trends to make informed purchasing decisions. Minimise stockouts, obsolescence, and slow‑moving items through proactive planning. Support the development of improved stock management processes and system efficiencies.Commercial & Operational Leadership Lead and mentor the purchasing team, ensuring clarity, accountability, and continuous development. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align purchasing strategies with sales opportunities and operational needs. Provide regular reports and insights to senior management on market conditions, supplier performance, costs, and risks. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency and overall business performance.The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a candidate who can demonstrate: Experience & Technical Skills Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager, Senior Buyer, or Procurement Lead within electrical distribution, electronics, engineering supply, or similar technical environments. Strong understanding of electrical components, technical product ranges, or engineered products. Skilled in negotiation, supplier management, and contract discussions. Confident with ERP/MRP systems and comfortable working with complex data sets.Personal Attributes Commercially astute with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. A proactive, hands‑on leader who can balance strategic thinking with day‑to‑day operational responsibilities. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Able to thrive in a fast-paced, growing business with high customer expectations.What's in It for You? Competitive salary package Performance-related bonus opportunities Pension and benefits Career progression in a highly successful, expanding organisation A supportive, collaborative culture with real scope to influence business strategyHow to Apply This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious purchasing professional to join a leading name in the electrical distribution sector. To apply, please submit your CV quoting job reference 10331