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Yard Assistant- Fleet Department- Fixed Term contract for 12 months working 16 hours a week at Head office, Lynstock House, Lynstock Way, Lostock, Bolton, BL6 4SA \n\n • You must have a Full UK driving licence that you have held for at least 12 months with no more than 3 points\n, • You must be confident to drive a large commercial van – for example a Volkswagen Crafter\n, • You must have the physical ability to comp...\n\n \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

£60,000 – £70,000 per annum DOE Permanent Position 45 Hours per Week Responsibility for 2 depots Additional Hours / Overtime May Be Required Are you an experienced PSV engineering professional looking to step into a senior position with responsibility for engineering performance across two busy bus and coach operations? We are recruiting a Head of Engineering / Fleet Engineer for an established passenger transport business in Lancashire. This is a senior technical and operational position requiring a strong understanding of vehicle engineering alongside the realities of day-to-day bus and coach operations. Your responsibilities will include: • Overseeing engineering performance across two depot locations, • Ensuring vehicles are maintained safely, reliably and to required standards, • Managing fleet maintenance, inspections, servicing and repair programmes, • Maximising fleet availability and supporting daily operational requirements, • Monitoring engineering compliance and maintenance documentation, • Providing technical leadership and support to workshop teams, • Managing engineering priorities, workload and vehicle downtime, • Supporting engineering budgets, cost control and maintenance expenditure, • Working closely with operational management to ensure service requirements are met, • Driving improvements in engineering standards, reliability and workshop performance To be considered, you should have: • Significant experience within PSV, bus or coach engineering, • Previous experience in an engineering management, fleet engineering or senior supervisory position, • Strong technical knowledge of heavy commercial vehicles, • A good understanding of day-to-day bus and coach operations, • Strong knowledge of vehicle maintenance and engineering compliance, • Good leadership, planning and problem-solving skills, • The ability to manage engineering activity across more than one location A PSV driving licence and Transport Manager CPC would be beneficial but are not essential. Candidates currently working as an Engineering Manager, Fleet Engineer, Head of Engineering, Chief Engineer or experienced Assistant Engineering Manager may be suitable. 45 hours per week. The position will be primarily based at the Bolton depot, with regular responsibility for the engineering operation in Chorley. Additional hours may occasionally be required depending on operational demands. • Circa £70,000 basic salary depending on experience, • Permanent senior engineering appointment, • Dual-site engineering responsibility, • Significant influence over fleet reliability and engineering performance, • Opportunity to lead and develop engineering standards across the business All applications will be handled in strict confidence. Further information regarding the employer will be provided to suitable applicants following an initial discussion. I will endeavour to contact all applicants. However, if you have not heard from me within two weeks, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion #J-18808-Ljbffr

Responsible to: Merchandise Manager Department: Merchandising Location: JD Group Head Office, Bury, Greater Manchester To lead the team to deliver all Channel Sales, Markdown, Stock, Intake and Profit Plans. Drive business change to achieve company goals/objectives. Key Duties/Responsibilities: Strategy (10%): • With the Buyer review previous season and capture lessons learned., • With the Buyer create the strategy for the department and present, • Drive Team development supporting the business to facilitate internal promotions and succession planning Plan (35%): • Approve the proposed grading from the trading Merchandiser for input into the assortment planning process, • Review the SMT plan at Buyer Group/Season annually and apply plan at Category/Season level to meet the Buyer Group/Season plan, • Quarterly plan at Category/Season level with the Buyer to submit a plan on the System that reflects the best possible mix of product to deliver the KPI’s, • Formulate range plan at Store level in conjunction with the Buyer quarterly, • Attend selection/pre-selection meetings with the Buyer and suppliers., • Plan the Pre Scheduling to meet the range plan – In conjunction with Assistant Merchandisers Stock (5%): • Overview the ratios for all buys in conjunction with Assistant merchandiser, • Ensure that the Buy matches the plan Buy, • Manage Intake at category and line level Trade (50%): • Review weekly trading performance and achieved KPI’s, identifying Issues and the course of action in preparation for the weekly trading meetings, • Propose and agree actions to recover risk and maximise opportunities with the Buyer at category and line level., • Monthly – Capture all agreed actions in the monthly forecast reviews, • Work up the forecast from category/Season level to Buyer Group, • Meet and gain approval: Incorporating o Forecasting any sales variance to plan o Creation of OTB’s o Management of commitments – On time delivery, rebuys cancellations o Markdown proposals • Provide Retail with Merchandising aids through the Store Allocators, • Manage the range plan in Season reflecting any changes, • Create and Manage/monitor sell out dates against all products Establish collaborative working relationships across functions including Online, Store operations, visuals, Marketing, Finance, DC and Stores Behavioural: • Delivering Excellence Working at a consistently high standard & with enthusiasm. you work to deliver a high quality service to meet personal and team expectations., • Responsibility (Delivers results) Take ownership of your work and use your initiative to deliver. Take responsibility for your own actions & decisions, • Team Work You work with others to reach a common goal; sharing information, supporting colleagues and searching out expertise and solutions from relevant stakeholders., • Leadership You lead by example through your behaviours and professional approach to work; inspiring your colleagues and driving for results., • Communication You communicate clearly and concisely, ensuring that the message is understood by all. Skills/Experience/Knowledge Needed: • Experience within a similar role is essential, • Experience within a sports/fashion retailer is advantageous, • Highly numerate and strong commercial focus #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Head of Technology GRC is responsible for building, leading and continuously developing the Group Technology GRC function, translating the Technology Risk, Governance & Assurance strategy into effective services, processes, controls and assurance activity across the Group. The role provides a unique opportunity to shape and lead the long-term Technology GRC capability of one of the UK's largest retail technology estates, building on a significant transformation programme and establishing a sustainable second-line function operating across a complex multi-fascia environment. This is a leadership role with accountability for the performance, capability and day-to-day operation of the Technology GRC function and the transition from programme delivery to a sustainable long-term operating model. The role leads a multi-disciplinary team spanning technology risk, controls and assurance, policy and governance, compliance and third-party technology risk, ensuring the function operates as a coherent service with clear priorities, ownership, standards and measurable outcomes. The Head will lead the areas requiring senior GRC judgement and oversight while building team capability and delegating operational ownership appropriately. They will be responsible for ensuring GRC services are delivered consistently, that risks and control weaknesses receive effective challenge and escalation, and that the function continues to evolve as the Group's technology environment, operating model and risk profile mature. The function sits within Information Security for organisational purposes but operates as an independent second-line GRC function, providing objective challenge and assurance across the wider technology control environment. This includes controls relating to cyber security, ITGC, identity and access management, technology change, operations, resilience, third parties, data and emerging technologies. The role is central to the transition from transformation-led delivery to a sustainable, long-term operating model for Technology Risk, Governance & Assurance across the Group. The Head of Technology GRC will establish, operate and embed the services, frameworks, assurance processes, governance structures and capabilities required to support first-line ownership and provide effective second-line oversight across a complex multi-fascia technology estate. The Director of Technology Risk, Governance & Assurance retains accountability for the overall Technology Risk, Governance & Assurance strategy and the independent opinion provided to Executive leadership, the Audit & Risk Committee and external stakeholders. The Head of Technology GRC is accountable for the delivery, capability and operational effectiveness of the function. • Job Title - Head of Technology GRC, • Location - BL9 8RR, • Reports To - Director of Technology Risk, Governance & Assurance, • Direct Reports - Controls and Assurance Lead; Technology Risk Lead; Policy Lead, • Working rota - Monday-Friday, • Working hours - 40 Hours, • Lead and develop the Group Technology GRC function, providing clear direction, leadership and operational oversight across technology risk, controls and assurance, policy and governance, compliance and third-party technology risk., • Set and manage priorities across the GRC portfolio, balancing risk, regulatory requirements, assurance commitments, business demand and available capacity, and making clear trade-offs where demand exceeds capacity., • Set clear accountabilities and performance expectations for the GRC leadership team, ensuring each service has clear ownership, delivery measures, priorities and escalation routes, and holding Leads accountable for delivery and quality., • Translate the Technology Risk, Governance & Assurance strategy into an effective and sustainable operating model, services, processes and capabilities that are consistently applied across the Group., • Build and mature a high-performing second-line function that provides independent challenge, oversight and assurance across the technology control environment while maintaining clear separation from first-line operational responsibilities., • Establish and continuously improve the Technology GRC service catalogue, ensuring each service has defined scope, ownership, customers, outputs, measures and escalation routes., • Establish, maintain and continually improve the Group Technology Control Framework, ensuring control requirements remain proportionate, risk-based and aligned to business, regulatory and audit expectations., • Agree and lead the annual technology assurance programme with the Director of Technology Risk, Governance & Assurance, providing independent oversight of control effectiveness across ITGC, Provision 29, cyber security, identity and access management, technology change, operations, resilience, third-party technology risk, data and emerging technology domains., • Own the ongoing lifecycle of technology control deficiencies, ensuring issues are appropriately assessed, remediated, validated, risk accepted where necessary and ultimately closed in a controlled and auditable manner., • Embed Controls by Design and point-of-change governance across the technology lifecycle, ensuring risk, control and assurance requirements are considered before new technology, services or material changes are introduced., • Ensure GRC provides effective challenge and oversight without assuming first-line accountability for risk, controls, remediation or operational delivery., • Lead the operation and continuous improvement of technology risk management processes, ensuring technology risks are identified, assessed, reported and managed consistently across the Group., • Maintain a forward-looking view of technology risk, regulatory developments and emerging threats, translating these into practical control, governance and assurance requirements that support informed decision making., • Oversee the development and maintenance of technology risk, governance and information security policies, standards and methodologies, ensuring they remain aligned to organisational objectives, regulatory obligations and industry good practice., • Ensure effective governance structures, reporting and decision-making forums are established and maintained, providing clear visibility of technology risk, control performance, assurance outcomes and remediation progress., • Lead the GRC aspects of third-party technology risk management, including due diligence, supplier assurance, contractual control obligations, independent assurance reporting and remediation of identified gaps., • Oversee the effective operation and continuous development of the Group's GRC tooling estate, ensuring risk, control, issue, assurance and evidence data remains accurate, reliable and supports meaningful management reporting., • Develop and maintain effective relationships with Technology, Information Security, Finance, Internal Audit, Procurement, Legal and external assurance partners, ensuring clear accountability, constructive challenge and strong cross-functional collaboration., • Act as the senior operational contact for internal and external audit on Technology GRC matters, coordinating responses, evidence and follow-up while supporting the Director in senior stakeholder engagement and reliance activity., • Lead the transition of Technology GRC from transformation programme into a permanent Group capability, embedding governance, risk management, controls and assurance services across a complex multi-fascia technology estate., • Build organisational capability and awareness by promoting a strong culture of technology risk management, governance, accountability and continuous improvement across the Group., • Support the Director of Technology Risk, Governance & Assurance in providing Executive leadership, the Audit & Risk Committee, external auditors and other stakeholders with confidence in the effectiveness and maturity of the Group's technology control environment through a robust and independently operated second-line assurance capability., • Technology change is delivered safely and at pace, with effective risk assessment, Controls by Design and proportionate governance embedded before solutions enter production., • Technology risk decisions are evidence-based, transparent and defensible, with material risks and exceptions escalated through clear governance and informed decision-making., • First-line ownership of technology risks and controls is embedded across the Group, with clear accountability, timely execution and minimal dependency on GRC intervention., • A trusted, risk-based assurance programme provides confidence in the effectiveness of the technology control environment, supporting strong audit outcomes and timely remediation of identified weaknesses., • Technology risks arising from operational change, supplier dependencies, contractual commitments, ageing technology and emerging risks are identified early enough to support proactive business decisions., • Control monitoring, testing, evidence collection, workflow and attestation are increasingly automated, reducing administrative burden and enabling greater focus on judgement, challenge and risk management., • GRC data, tooling and AI provide reliable insight into risks, controls, issues and assurance outcomes, supporting informed Executive and Board decision-making., • The Technology GRC function operates as a sustainable, trusted and internally capable second-line function, providing confidence to Executive leadership, the Audit & Risk Committee and external auditors., • A pragmatic and outcome-focused leader who can balance strategic thinking with operational delivery., • Demonstrable experience building, developing and leading high-performing teams., • Strong judgement, credibility and resilience, with the confidence to provide constructive challenge where supported by evidence., • Ability to influence senior stakeholders, suppliers and control owners whilst maintaining independence and objectivity., • Comfortable operating in complex environments and translating ambiguity into clear priorities and outcomes., • Leads through ownership and accountability, taking responsibility for outcomes and driving issues through to resolution., • Comfortable moving between strategic discussions and detailed operational matters, knowing when to remain at altitude and when to become directly involved., • Demonstrates strong personal curiosity and a willingness to understand the detail behind risks, controls, findings and remediation activities., • Builds capability in others through coaching, mentoring and leading by example rather than creating dependency., • Identifies emerging issues early, escalates proportionately and acts before problems become audit findings, programme delays or operational incidents., • Operates with a high degree of autonomy, judgement and pragmatism, balancing governance discipline with commercial and operational realities., • Comfortable holding a position that may be unpopular where evidence, risk or control effectiveness supports that position., • Experience leading a Technology GRC, Technology Risk, IT Controls, Technology Assurance or IT Audit function within a complex organisation., • Strong understanding of technology risk, governance and controls, including ITGC and UK Corporate Governance Code Provision 29 requirements., • Experience designing and operating technology control frameworks and second-line testing and assurance programmes., • Experience embedding Controls by Design and integrating controls into technology delivery and change processes., • Experience managing technology control deficiencies through remediation, risk acceptance, validation and closure., • Experience operating GRC platforms and using risk, control and assurance data to support decision-making and reporting., • Experience of third-party technology risk and assurance, including interpretation of SOC reports and independent assurance outputs., • Experience applying relevant frameworks and regulatory requirements, including NIST, PCI DSS, data protection and emerging AI governance requirements., • Experience operating in multi-entity or multi-fascia environments where governance is established centrally and executed locally., • Relevant degree or equivalent professional experience, with certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISM, CIA or CISSP desirable., • 10+ years of progressive experience in governance, risk, compliance, or audit, with at least 3 years in a Head of, leadership or equivalent role. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Head of Property Wonderfield Maintenance - Head Office Contract: Full Time, As Head of Property, you'll take overall responsibility for reactive and planned maintenance, statutory compliance, contractor performance and maintenance expenditure across the estate. You'll lead and develop the Property team, creating a culture of ownership, accountability and continuous improvement, while using data and insight to ensure we're making the right commercial decisions for our sites. Working closely with Retail and Restaurant Operations, Finance, Procurement and Health & Safety, you'll play a pivotal role in keeping our estate running smoothly while supporting the continued growth of the business. Lead, coach and develop our three Regional Property Managers and Maintenance Administrator, setting clear priorities and empowering the team to take ownership of regional performance. Oversee reactive and planned maintenance across the estate, ensuring sites remain safe, compliant and operational. Drive the successful delivery of our PPM programme, statutory compliance and remedial works. Proactively monitor aged jobs, recurring issues, high-cost repairs and critical incidents, stepping in where leadership or escalation is required. Drive strong contractor performance across national and regional suppliers, ensuring agreed KPIs, SLAs, quality standards and value for money are consistently achieved. Take ownership of the maintenance budget and forecast, maintaining strong cost control while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and deliver greater value. Use property and maintenance data to identify trends, recurring issues and future lifecycle investment needs. Provide clear,JBRP1_UKTJ Wonderfield Group is a leading food business operating across the UK, Ireland and Europe, bringing authentic, high-quality Asian cuisine to customers through multiple channels. As part of the global Zensho Holdings Group, we combine the strength of an international organisation with the agility and ambition of a fast-growing business. Our portfolio includes well-loved brands such as YO!, Panku, Taiko Foods, Bento serving millions of customers through restaurants, retail kiosks, supermarket partnerships and food manufacturing. From our iconic YO! restaurants and Panku retail kiosks across the UK and Ireland, to our expanding European retail partnerships and our award-winning manufacturing business, Taiko Foods, we're passionate about creating fresh sushi, poke, bento, street food and Asian-inspired meals that customers love. Operating across the UK, Ireland and a growing number of European markets including Germany, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, Denmark and Poland, we're continuing to invest in innovation, our people and our brands as we expand our footprint across the continent. Joining Wonderfield means becoming part of an ambitious, collaborative business where innovation is encouraged, careers can flourish and everyone has the opportunity to make a real impact. As we continue our exciting growth journey across the UK, Ireland and Europe, there's never been a better time to join us. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Step into a career-defining opportunity as an NPD Team Leader and play a pivotal role in bringing new products from concept to production. This NPD Team Leader position sits at the heart of the product development and engineering industry, combining real responsibility with the chance to lead cross-functional delivery across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Service, and external suppliers. Expect meaningful variety, strong leadership scope, and the satisfaction of seeing improvements land in the real world. • Lead and coordinate New Product Development projects, ensuring milestones, deliverables, and outcomes stay on track., • Manage multiple engineering activities simultaneously, maintaining clear project plans, risk registers, and development schedules., • Drive cross-functional collaboration across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and procurement partners., • Support Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), product revisions, and release processes, maintaining control and quality standards., • Apply Design for Manufacture (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Serviceability to improve efficiency and reliability., • Mentor and develop NPD Engineers while reporting progress, risks, and decisions to the Technical Manager., • A degree or HNC/HND (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, or Product Design Engineering., • Proven experience leading engineering or product development projects, with a confident, structured delivery approach., • Strong understanding of product development processes, including PLM and engineering change workflows., • Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes such as sheet metal, plastics, machining, and fabrication, plus insight into electrical systems and embedded electronics integration., • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence decisions and keep teams aligned. This NPD Team Leader role supports the company's focus on innovation, continuous improvement, and delivering safe, compliant products that meet quality and commercial objectives. From shaping product architecture decisions and coordinating prototypes through validation and field trials, the impact is tangible and aligned to long-term business success. Head Office Wigan, with occasional UK and overseas travel as required. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Head of Technology GRC is responsible for building, leading and continuously developing the Group Technology GRC function, translating the Technology Risk, Governance & Assurance strategy into effective services, processes, controls and assurance activity across the Group. The role provides a unique opportunity to shape and lead the long-term Technology GRC capability of one of the UK's largest retail technology estates, building on a significant transformation programme and establishing a sustainable second-line function operating across a complex multi-fascia environment. This is a leadership role with accountability for the performance, capability and day-to-day operation of the Technology GRC function and the transition from programme delivery to a sustainable long-term operating model. The role leads a multi-disciplinary team spanning technology risk, controls and assurance, policy and governance, compliance and third-party technology risk, ensuring the function operates as a coherent service with clear priorities, ownership, standards and measurable outcomes. The Head will lead the areas requiring senior GRC judgement and oversight while building team capability and delegating operational ownership appropriately. They will be responsible for ensuring GRC services are delivered consistently, that risks and control weaknesses receive effective challenge and escalation, and that the function continues to evolve as the Group's technology environment, operating model and risk profile mature. The function sits within Information Security for organisational purposes but operates as an independent second-line GRC function, providing objective challenge and assurance across the wider technology control environment. This includes controls relating to cyber security, ITGC, identity and access management, technology change, operations, resilience, third parties, data and emerging technologies. The role is central to the transition from transformation-led delivery to a sustainable, long-term operating model for Technology Risk, Governance & Assurance across the Group. The Head of Technology GRC will establish, operate and embed the services, frameworks, assurance processes, governance structures and capabilities required to support first-line ownership and provide effective second-line oversight across a complex multi-fascia technology estate. The Director of Technology Risk, Governance & Assurance retains accountability for the overall Technology Risk, Governance & Assurance strategy and the independent opinion provided to Executive leadership, the Audit & Risk Committee and external stakeholders. The Head of Technology GRC is accountable for the delivery, capability and operational effectiveness of the function. • Job Title - Head of Technology GRC, • Location - BL9 8RR, • Reports To - Director of Technology Risk, Governance & Assurance, • Direct Reports - Controls and Assurance Lead; Technology Risk Lead; Policy Lead, • Working rota - Monday-Friday, • Working hours - 40 Hours, • Lead and develop the Group Technology GRC function, providing clear direction, leadership and operational oversight across technology risk, controls and assurance, policy and governance, compliance and third-party technology risk., • Set and manage priorities across the GRC portfolio, balancing risk, regulatory requirements, assurance commitments, business demand and available capacity, and making clear trade-offs where demand exceeds capacity., • Set clear accountabilities and performance expectations for the GRC leadership team, ensuring each service has clear ownership, delivery measures, priorities and escalation routes, and holding Leads accountable for delivery and quality., • Translate the Technology Risk, Governance & Assurance strategy into an effective and sustainable operating model, services, processes and capabilities that are consistently applied across the Group., • Build and mature a high-performing second-line function that provides independent challenge, oversight and assurance across the technology control environment while maintaining clear separation from first-line operational responsibilities., • Establish and continuously improve the Technology GRC service catalogue, ensuring each service has defined scope, ownership, customers, outputs, measures and escalation routes., • Establish, maintain and continually improve the Group Technology Control Framework, ensuring control requirements remain proportionate, risk-based and aligned to business, regulatory and audit expectations., • Agree and lead the annual technology assurance programme with the Director of Technology Risk, Governance & Assurance, providing independent oversight of control effectiveness across ITGC, Provision 29, cyber security, identity and access management, technology change, operations, resilience, third-party technology risk, data and emerging technology domains., • Own the ongoing lifecycle of technology control deficiencies, ensuring issues are appropriately assessed, remediated, validated, risk accepted where necessary and ultimately closed in a controlled and auditable manner., • Embed Controls by Design and point-of-change governance across the technology lifecycle, ensuring risk, control and assurance requirements are considered before new technology, services or material changes are introduced., • Ensure GRC provides effective challenge and oversight without assuming first-line accountability for risk, controls, remediation or operational delivery., • Lead the operation and continuous improvement of technology risk management processes, ensuring technology risks are identified, assessed, reported and managed consistently across the Group., • Maintain a forward-looking view of technology risk, regulatory developments and emerging threats, translating these into practical control, governance and assurance requirements that support informed decision making., • Oversee the development and maintenance of technology risk, governance and information security policies, standards and methodologies, ensuring they remain aligned to organisational objectives, regulatory obligations and industry good practice., • Ensure effective governance structures, reporting and decision-making forums are established and maintained, providing clear visibility of technology risk, control performance, assurance outcomes and remediation progress., • Lead the GRC aspects of third-party technology risk management, including due diligence, supplier assurance, contractual control obligations, independent assurance reporting and remediation of identified gaps., • Oversee the effective operation and continuous development of the Group's GRC tooling estate, ensuring risk, control, issue, assurance and evidence data remains accurate, reliable and supports meaningful management reporting., • Develop and maintain effective relationships with Technology, Information Security, Finance, Internal Audit, Procurement, Legal and external assurance partners, ensuring clear accountability, constructive challenge and strong cross-functional collaboration., • Act as the senior operational contact for internal and external audit on Technology GRC matters, coordinating responses, evidence and follow-up while supporting the Director in senior stakeholder engagement and reliance activity., • Lead the transition of Technology GRC from transformation programme into a permanent Group capability, embedding governance, risk management, controls and assurance services across a complex multi-fascia technology estate., • Build organisational capability and awareness by promoting a strong culture of technology risk management, governance, accountability and continuous improvement across the Group., • Support the Director of Technology Risk, Governance & Assurance in providing Executive leadership, the Audit & Risk Committee, external auditors and other stakeholders with confidence in the effectiveness and maturity of the Group's technology control environment through a robust and independently operated second-line assurance capability., • Technology change is delivered safely and at pace, with effective risk assessment, Controls by Design and proportionate governance embedded before solutions enter production., • Technology risk decisions are evidence-based, transparent and defensible, with material risks and exceptions escalated through clear governance and informed decision-making., • First-line ownership of technology risks and controls is embedded across the Group, with clear accountability, timely execution and minimal dependency on GRC intervention., • A trusted, risk-based assurance programme provides confidence in the effectiveness of the technology control environment, supporting strong audit outcomes and timely remediation of identified weaknesses., • Technology risks arising from operational change, supplier dependencies, contractual commitments, ageing technology and emerging risks are identified early enough to support proactive business decisions., • Control monitoring, testing, evidence collection, workflow and attestation are increasingly automated, reducing administrative burden and enabling greater focus on judgement, challenge and risk management., • GRC data, tooling and AI provide reliable insight into risks, controls, issues and assurance outcomes, supporting informed Executive and Board decision-making., • The Technology GRC function operates as a sustainable, trusted and internally capable second-line function, providing confidence to Executive leadership, the Audit & Risk Committee and external auditors., • A pragmatic and outcome-focused leader who can balance strategic thinking with operational delivery., • Demonstrable experience building, developing and leading high-performing teams., • Strong judgement, credibility and resilience, with the confidence to provide constructive challenge where supported by evidence., • Ability to influence senior stakeholders, suppliers and control owners whilst maintaining independence and objectivity., • Comfortable operating in complex environments and translating ambiguity into clear priorities and outcomes., • Leads through ownership and accountability, taking responsibility for outcomes and driving issues through to resolution., • Comfortable moving between strategic discussions and detailed operational matters, knowing when to remain at altitude and when to become directly involved., • Demonstrates strong personal curiosity and a willingness to understand the detail behind risks, controls, findings and remediation activities., • Builds capability in others through coaching, mentoring and leading by example rather than creating dependency., • Identifies emerging issues early, escalates proportionately and acts before problems become audit findings, programme delays or operational incidents., • Operates with a high degree of autonomy, judgement and pragmatism, balancing governance discipline with commercial and operational realities., • Comfortable holding a position that may be unpopular where evidence, risk or control effectiveness supports that position., • Experience leading a Technology GRC, Technology Risk, IT Controls, Technology Assurance or IT Audit function within a complex organisation., • Strong understanding of technology risk, governance and controls, including ITGC and UK Corporate Governance Code Provision 29 requirements., • Experience designing and operating technology control frameworks and second-line testing and assurance programmes., • Experience embedding Controls by Design and integrating controls into technology delivery and change processes., • Experience managing technology control deficiencies through remediation, risk acceptance, validation and closure., • Experience operating GRC platforms and using risk, control and assurance data to support decision-making and reporting., • Experience of third-party technology risk and assurance, including interpretation of SOC reports and independent assurance outputs., • Experience applying relevant frameworks and regulatory requirements, including NIST, PCI DSS, data protection and emerging AI governance requirements., • Experience operating in multi-entity or multi-fascia environments where governance is established centrally and executed locally., • Relevant degree or equivalent professional experience, with certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISM, CIA or CISSP desirable., • 10+ years of progressive experience in governance, risk, compliance, or audit, with at least 3 years in a Head of, leadership or equivalent role. #J-18808-Ljbffr

As part of the development of our Digital Services function, we are recruiting to strengthen internal digital capability within Cyber Security, Digital Operational Services, and Digital Corporate and Shared Services. These roles are central to building sustainable in-house expertise that supports the management, development and delivery of digital solutions across the transport network. As a Lead Service Delivery Manager within our Workplace Services team in the Service Operations Division, you'll play a key role in ensuring the effective leadership, delivery and continual improvement of integrated services across a range of business and technical service lines. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, suppliers and internal teams to ensure services meet business needs, deliver value for money and support National Highways' strategic objectives. The role offers an opportunity to influence service strategy, drive operational excellence and lead improvements across a complex technology environment. This is a hybrid role, requiring two days per week in the office, based at any National Highways office location. You will be required to travel to Birmingham, Leeds or other National Highways offices on need basis. Lead the integrated service operations and continual improvement of services within Workplace Services (including Digital Workplace Services), ensuring capabilities, processes and performance align with business objectives, industry standards and National Highways' policies and risk appetite. Build and maintain strong strategic relationships with senior stakeholders, suppliers and partners, influencing decisions and facilitating effective engagement to support the delivery of services and change. Lead supplier management activities, ensuring supplier performance, service quality, contract health, risk and commercial objectives are effectively managed to deliver value for money. Develop and communicate strategic plans, management information and service insights to support effective decision-making, prioritisation and the delivery of organisational and service improvements. Lead the management of service risks, performance, availability, capacity and quality, identifying opportunities for continual improvement and ensuring services meet current and future business needs. As Lead Service Delivery Manager for Workplace Services, you will be expected to deputise for the Head of Service (Workplace Services) as required. You will also be expected to oversee the performance of the Service Delivery Managers within the team., The Digital Services Directorate is helping to reshape the way National Highways operates by delivering digital, data, and technology services across all areas, from frontline to back office, in a modern and efficient manner. Our vision is to develop integrated information and technology that empowers our colleagues and provides real-time information to our customers, as well as integrating with intelligent vehicle and transport systems as they evolve, to enhance journey safety and reliability. External candidates will be offered a starting salary at the lower end of the pay scale, while current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Strong experience leading operational service delivery within a mature ITIL-aligned organisation, with the ability to drive continual improvement and deliver against strategic and operational objectives. Proven ability to influence and build effective relationships with senior stakeholders, suppliers and partners, including facilitating collaboration between stakeholders with diverse objectives. Strong commercial, financial and risk management experience, with the ability to manage budgets, identify efficiencies and ensure value for money. Excellent analytical, communication and strategic planning skills, with the ability to use management information and insight to support complex decision-making and articulate complex issues to a broad range of audiences. Demonstrates strong leadership, people management, and mentoring capabilities, consistently providing clear direction, fostering team development, and leading by example. ITIL 4 Foundation or above, with relevant ITIL 4 Specialist/Strategist qualifications, or strong demonstrable experience operating within a mature ITIL-aligned organisation. Here at National Highways, we manage and improve England's motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Step into a career-defining opportunity as an NPD Team Leader and play a pivotal role in bringing new products from concept to production. This NPD Team Leader position sits at the heart of the product development and engineering industry, combining real responsibility with the chance to lead cross-functional delivery across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Service, and external suppliers. Expect meaningful variety, strong leadership scope, and the satisfaction of seeing improvements land in the real world. • Lead and coordinate New Product Development projects, ensuring milestones, deliverables, and outcomes stay on track., • Manage multiple engineering activities simultaneously, maintaining clear project plans, risk registers, and development schedules., • Drive cross-functional collaboration across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and procurement partners., • Support Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), product revisions, and release processes, maintaining control and quality standards., • Apply Design for Manufacture (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Serviceability to improve efficiency and reliability., • Mentor and develop NPD Engineers while reporting progress, risks, and decisions to the Technical Manager., • A degree or HNC/HND (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, or Product Design Engineering., • Proven experience leading engineering or product development projects, with a confident, structured delivery approach., • Strong understanding of product development processes, including PLM and engineering change workflows., • Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes such as sheet metal, plastics, machining, and fabrication, plus insight into electrical systems and embedded electronics integration., • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence decisions and keep teams aligned. This NPD Team Leader role supports the company's focus on innovation, continuous improvement, and delivering safe, compliant products that meet quality and commercial objectives. From shaping product architecture decisions and coordinating proto@types through validation and field trials, the impact is tangible and aligned to long-term business success. Head Office Wigan, with occasional UK and overseas travel as required. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Responsible to: Merchandise Manager Department: Merchandising Location: JD Group Head Office, Bury, Greater Manchester To lead the team to deliver all Channel Sales, Markdown, Stock, Intake and Profit Plans. Drive business change to achieve company goals/objectives. Key Duties/Responsibilities: Strategy (10%): • With the Buyer review previous season and capture lessons learned., • With the Buyer create the strategy for the department and present, • Drive Team development supporting the business to facilitate internal promotions and succession planning Plan (35%): • Approve the proposed grading from the trading Merchandiser for input into the assortment planning process, • Review the SMT plan at Buyer Group/Season annually and apply plan at Category/Season level to meet the Buyer Group/Season plan, • Quarterly plan at Category/Season level with the Buyer to submit a plan on the System that reflects the best possible mix of product to deliver the KPI’s, • Formulate range plan at Store level in conjunction with the Buyer quarterly, • Attend selection/pre-selection meetings with the Buyer and suppliers., • Plan the Pre Scheduling to meet the range plan – In conjunction with Assistant Merchandisers Stock (5%): • Overview the ratios for all buys in conjunction with Assistant merchandiser, • Ensure that the Buy matches the plan Buy, • Manage Intake at category and line level Trade (50%): • Review weekly trading performance and achieved KPI’s, identifying Issues and the course of action in preparation for the weekly trading meetings, • Propose and agree actions to recover risk and maximise opportunities with the Buyer at category and line level., • Monthly – Capture all agreed actions in the monthly forecast reviews, • Work up the forecast from category/Season level to Buyer Group, • Meet and gain approval: Incorporating o Forecasting any sales variance to plan o Creation of OTB’s o Management of commitments – On time delivery, rebuys cancellations o Markdown proposals • Provide Retail with Merchandising aids through the Store Allocators, • Manage the range plan in Season reflecting any changes, • Create and Manage/monitor sell out dates against all products Establish collaborative working relationships across functions including Online, Store operations, visuals, Marketing, Finance, DC and Stores Behavioural: • Delivering Excellence Working at a consistently high standard & with enthusiasm. you work to deliver a high quality service to meet personal and team expectations., • Responsibility (Delivers results) Take ownership of your work and use your initiative to deliver. Take responsibility for your own actions & decisions, • Team Work You work with others to reach a common goal; sharing information, supporting colleagues and searching out expertise and solutions from relevant stakeholders., • Leadership You lead by example through your behaviours and professional approach to work; inspiring your colleagues and driving for results., • Communication You communicate clearly and concisely, ensuring that the message is understood by all. Skills/Experience/Knowledge Needed: • Experience within a similar role is essential, • Experience within a sports/fashion retailer is advantageous, • Highly numerate and strong commercial focus #J-18808-Ljbffr

This range is provided by G.Digital. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Direct message the job poster from G.Digital Hybrid (Lancashire) - Salary up to £75k If you're interested in making healthcare more affordable, accessible and convenient through cutting edge tech, this might be THE role for you! We’re hiring a Senior Data Engineer to be the FIRST hire into a brand new data team You reporting directly to the Head of Data and working alongside their CTO who's a Goldjacket-level AWS expert with every certification under his belt, known for giving talks across the UK, Europe, and the US You'll have the opportunity to own the data platform from day one, helping to shape architecture, tooling, governance and delivery processes. You’ll be building in a serverless AWS environment, creating high-performance data lakes and pipelines that support NHS operations, commercial teams and internal decision-making. Who they're looking for ️ A pragmatic, hands-on engineer who thrives in greenfield environments and loves building systems that are clean, testable and futureproof ️ Someone who think in systems and data lifecycles (from raw S3 files to Athena or BI dashboards) ️ An individual who can communicate clearly across technical and non-technical teams ️ The desire to work in a small, high-calibre team solving real problems with impact Funded gym membership Funded training + certifications Requirements • Extensive experience in data engineering OR backend roles focused on analytics platforms, • Strong hands-on experience with AWS Glue, Athena, Lambda, S3 and Step Functions, • Proficiency in Python (incl. PySpark) and SQL, • Experience building production-grade ETL pipelines, • Strong understanding of data modelling for analytics, including partitioning, file formats (Parquet, ORC) and denormalisation, • Track record of enforcing data quality, governance and performance SLAs Salary up to £75k dependent on experience Hybrid working - Lancashire Sound like a bit of you?? APPLY TODAY • Mid-Senior level, • Full-time, • Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at G.Digital by 2x Manchester, England, United Kingdom 4 weeks ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 18 hours ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 5 months ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 3 months ago Manchester Area, United Kingdom 4 weeks ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 5 hours ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago Accrington, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 4 weeks ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Manchester Area, United Kingdom 5 days ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Manchester Area, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Liverpool, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago Skelmersdale, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

At Calisen, we're playing a vital role in the UK's energy transition. We're looking for an experienced Reverse Logistics Performance Manager to take ownership of our reverse logistics operation and drive excellence across our logistics partner network. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on improving operational performance, influencing suppliers, and creating innovative solutions that maximise asset recovery and support sustainable business outcomes. You'll play a key role in ensuring returned metering assets are managed efficiently, compliantly and cost-effectively, while helping to build a scalable reverse logistics capability for the future. At Calisen, we recognise that our people are at the heart of our success. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, financial security and career development. • Competitive Salary with an annual salary review, ensuring your contribution is recognised and rewarded., • Birthday Off because your special day should be celebrated., • Life Assurance providing cover of 4x your annual salary for added peace of mind., • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave to support you and your family through life's biggest moments., • My Rewards Platform offering exclusive discounts from hundreds of leading retailers., • 22 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service., • Company Sick Pay to provide support during unexpected health challenges., • Pension Scheme helping you plan for a secure future., • Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme supporting a greener, more sustainable lifestyle., • Medicash Benefits Programme giving you access to healthcare cashback, discounts and wellbeing support., • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing confidential support whenever you need it., • Professional Growth Opportunities within a growing market-leading organisation where you can develop your skills and progress your career. Whether you're passionate about operational excellence, sustainability, data-led decision making or supplier performance, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact while developing your career in a business helping to deliver the UK's transition to smarter energy solutions. Reporting to the Head of Logistics & Fleet within the Supply Chain & Logistics function, you'll lead the development of our reverse logistics strategy, governance framework and performance management approach. You'll also oversee the performance of key third-party logistics and service partners, ensuring they consistently meet contractual, operational, commercial and compliance expectations. You'll work closely with teams across Field Operations, Logistics, Warehouse Operations, Asset Management, Finance, Procurement, Compliance, Sustainability and external partners to continually improve the end-to-end asset return journey. • Own and develop the reverse logistics operating framework, including governance, standards, performance management and continuous improvement initiatives., • Lead strategic supplier and third-party logistics performance management, ensuring service delivery supports current and future business requirements., • Develop and maintain the reverse logistics roadmap, identifying opportunities to improve capability, technology, process efficiency and asset recovery outcomes., • Monitor and report on operational performance across meter returns, refurbishment, repair, recycling and disposal processes., • Ensure returned electricity and gas metering assets are accurately received, tracked, recorded and processed in accordance with industry and business requirements., • Drive performance improvements by identifying root causes of operational issues and implementing sustainable solutions., • Produce insightful reporting, dashboards and performance scorecards covering service, cost, compliance and environmental outcomes., • Maximise value recovery through effective disposition decisions, including reuse, repair, refurbishment, recycling and certified disposal., • Ensure compliance with health and safety standards, environmental legislation, waste management obligations and data security requirements. We're keen to hear from candidates who have experience in reverse logistics, asset recovery, field logistics, warehouse operations, supply chain management or operational performance environments, particularly within utilities, energy, smart metering, telecommunications, engineering or similarly asset-intensive sectors. • Strong background in reverse logistics, asset recovery or supply chain operations., • Experience managing suppliers, logistics providers and service partners against KPIs and service level agreements., • Ability to analyse operational data, identify trends and translate insights into practical improvement plans., • Experience supporting supplier performance management and governance processes., • Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills., • Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance cost, service, compliance and customer outcomes., • Advanced Microsoft Excel and performance reporting capabilities., • A continuous improvement mindset and experience driving operational change., • Knowledge of smart metering assets and associated industry relationships., • Experience with Power BI, ERP, warehouse management or asset management systems., • Professional qualifications such as CILT, APICS, Lean Six Sigma, PRINCE2 or related operational certifications., • Interest in sustainability and supporting Net Zero objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and optimise a critical function within a growing business at the forefront of the UK's energy transition. You'll have the autonomy to influence strategy, improve operational performance, enhance supplier partnerships and deliver meaningful commercial and environmental benefits across our reverse logistics network. If you're passionate about operational excellence, continuous improvement and building capability for the future, we'd love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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