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The Role:Let's talk numbers. When it comes to UK retail, it's hard to find a bigger name. We sell thousands of items an hour and are expanding our e-commerce business by the second. For anyone in Tech, this is the place to learn. To grow. And to thrive.What You'll Take On:The successful applicant will work on the development and support of our gift card systems, whilst helping maintain and support our other mainframe applications. The role involves all aspects of the development lifecycle and requires flexible and innovative individuals with a positive attitude.Operating across more than 72 countries worldwide, Next and our Total Platform partners process transactions through a diverse range of payment methods, including gift cards, e-vouchers, credit & debit cards, ApplePay, Klarna, and PayPal. In the UK, we also provide various credit options, which are either developed completely in-house or powered by bespoke third-party software seamlessly integrated into our infrastructure. Ensuring our £2 billion platform remains secure, modern, and fit for purpose is the responsibility of our Payments & Credit Technology Team.You will provide analysis and programming skills in core languages, review and support the gathering of user requirements, and produce sustainable and efficient solutions following Agile methodologies. You will design, code, maintain and support business critical systems which are used 24/7, 365 days a year. You will develop in both a batch and online environment adhering to relevant standards and working closely with our user community to provide both technical and non-technical advice.You'll be doing all this from our Leicestershire Head Office. A fast-paced, encouraging and supportive environment in which everyone brings an energy and a commitment to delivering for our customers and their own careers. Bring your energy. Play to your strengths. Make things bigger and better than before. Let's Take It On.What You'll Bring:You will have proven experience working in a Mainframe environment, with solid commercial experiences in the following:COBOL/CICS COBOLADABASNATURALDB2 and SQLJCLDesirable:zOS connectWebsphere MQSOAP/REST APIsXMLJSON.NETMicrosoft Azure DevOps / TFSEndevor (Software Change Manager)#LI-LE1 #LI-HybridTPBN1_UKTJ

Head of Commercial Operations Nottingham Salary: Competitive + Benefits \n An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced commercial leader to join a well-established and respected business within the commercial vehicle sector. \n This is a leadership position with full responsibility for a key business unit, overseeing commercial performance, operational excellence, customer experience, asset management and team development. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will play a pivotal role in driving growth, profitability and continuous improvement across the operation. \n This role offers the opportunity to lead a business area with significant autonomy, influence strategic decision-making and contribute directly to the future success of the organisation. Key Responsibilities \n\n • Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering a positive and accountable culture.\n, • Drive commercial performance, profitability and achievement of business targets.\n, • Oversee the retail sales strategy for commercial vehicles, maximising returns and market opportunities.\n, • Manage vehicle asset lifecycles to optimise residual values and control costs.\n, • Develop and communicate the strategic vision for the business unit.\n, • Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to ensure vehicle availability meets market demand.\n, • Manage budgets, forecasts and key performance indicators.\n, • Present performance updates and recommendations to senior leadership and Board-level stakeholders.\n, • Identify opportunities for growth, innovation and operational improvement.\n, • Ensure exceptional levels of customer service remain at the heart of the operation.\n\n About You \n We're seeking a commercially astute leader with the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational management. \n You will ideally possess: \n\n • Proven experience in a senior commercial, operational or business unit leadership role.\n, • Strong commercial awareness with responsibility for budgets, profitability and business performance.\n, • Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.\n, • Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.\n, • The ability to influence and build strong relationships across multiple departments.\n, • Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities.\n, • A proactive, resilient and results-driven approach.\n, • Experience within commercial vehicles, fleet, leasing, rental, transport, logistics or a related sector would be advantageous.\n\n Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role.

The Company: A fantastic opportunity for Fabric Technologist to join a leading, established clothing company The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree with commercial experience and be looking to develop their career in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of Fashion and Jersey products is desirable The Role: Reporting to the Head of Department. Comp shops to source and develop new fabrics Reporting back to the factory for development Managing suppliers to deliver best quality fabrics. Ensuring base and bulk testing is completed for on-time delivery. Resolving product issues Attending fit sessions with the Garment technologist as and when needed Supporting design and buying teams on technical knowledge. Working with suppliers to resolve any quality issues Ensuring suppliers are working towards sustainability targets Skills Required: Fashion Degree Ideally have worked for a supplier with similar Retailers. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines. Team player with the ability to also work on own initiative. Ability to travel as and when required to meet with Buyers and suppliers. Ideally you will be able to drive to attend fit meetings. By submitting your CV, you are agreeing to the Terms and Conditions as stated on our website and consenting to us processing your personal details in relation to current/future job opportunities. The information that you have submitted to us will be used in order to consider your suitability for the role you have applied for. A copy of our Privacy Policy can also be viewed on our website which explains how we gather, protect and manage any personal data that you share with us Please be aware the duties listed above are an interpretation of the role and do not form any part of your employment contract. Please ask the interviewer any questions about the role that you wish to clarify. Tagged Resources Limited acts as an employment agency. We have 25 years of Recruitment and Industry experience, working with Retail and Supply Chain markets and have various positions available. If this vacancy does not suit your experience and you are looking for a suitable role, please look at our website or follow us on social networking sites. All are updated daily

About The Role Walkers Deli & Sausage Co (WDSCo), part of the Samworth Brothers Group, is a highly successful and growing food manufacturing business with a heritage dating back to the 1820s. Supplying many of the UK's leading retailers across categories including premium sausages, cooked meats, BBQ, pté, protein snacking and ready meals, we continue to invest in our future growth and innovation. This Senior Category Manager position is a key leadership role within our Commercial function, helping shape category strategy and drive growth across major retail customers. Reporting to the Head of Category & Marketing, you will lead the development and delivery of category strategies, customer category plans and insight-led recommendations. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders across Commercial, NPD, Insight and Business Leadership teams while coaching and developing category talent within the business. This is an opportunity to become a recognised category expert both internally and externally, influencing strategic decisions that deliver growth for customers and the business. Key Responsibilities:Lead the development of category plans and customer growth strategies using robust market, shopper and consumer insight.Deliver impactful category reviews and recommendations to major UK retail customers.Drive category input into the NPD and Stage Gate processes, identifying opportunities for innovation and growth.Coach, mentor and develop Category Managers and Category Executives to build capability within the team.Provide strategic category leadership through data analysis, shopper insight and retailer understanding.About You We believe success comes from collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we value team players who are driven to achieve great results together. Youll bring the following skills and experience:Significant Category Management experience within an FMCG environment at Manager level.Strong experience using market and consumer insight data including EPOS, Kantar, Dunnhumby and similar sources.Experience working with major UK retailers and building influential customer relationships.Proven people leadership experience with the ability to coach, develop and inspire others.Exceptional presentation, communication and commercial influencing skills.What We Offer Were building a workplace where different ways of thinking are not just welcomed but supported, with clear communication, flexible processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement so everyone can thrive. Company pension scheme Access to health and well-being support, such as healthcare, optical and dental discounts Employee discount scheme Experience annual pay reviews Profit related pay Opportunity for extended leave Free on-site parking Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunitiesAbout Us Samworth Brothers is a fourth-generation family business, trusted by many of the UKs best-known retailers to produce high-quality own-label products. Alongside these, were proud to craft and deliver our own iconic brands, including Ginsters, Soreen, Higgidy, Dickinson & Morris, Urban Eat, West Cornwall Pasty Company, and Walker & Son. With over 10,000 talented colleagues working across our modern, well-invested food manufacturing sites nationwide, were committed to excellence in everything we dofrom the food we make to the careers we build. At Samworth Brothers, youre more than just an employee, you are part of our strong family culture. Our collaborative approach and strong team spirit help us support one another and achieve great things together. As part of a well-established group, we offer stability, opportunity, and a place where you can truly thrive. Ready to make a difference? Join us and be part of something special! Were proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer making diversity and inclusion a core part of everything we do. We also actively welcome applications from neurodivergent individuals and are committed to a recruitment process thats fair, respectful, and free from bias. If you need any adaptations to the application or interview process, please do let us know. Samworth Brothers do not engage with unlicensed gangmasters or third parties. Samworth Brothers will NEVER ask you for money in order to provide you with employment. If you are in any doubt, please contact an official Samworth Brothers representative.TPBN1_UKTJ

The roleAs our Group Indirect Tax Accounting Manager based at our Head Office in Enderby, Leicestershire, you will manage our end-to-end indirect tax accounting and compliance processes across multiple jurisdictions.You will make a real difference by ensuring our compliance with UK and international indirect tax legislation, all while maintaining robust accounting processes, strong governance, and effective internal controls. Working closely with colleagues across Finance, the wider business, and external advisers, you will provide technical expertise and support key business change initiatives.While this role sits within the Indirect Tax team and focuses on VAT, previous VAT experience is not essential; if you have a strong accounting background, NEXT will provide full support and on-the-job training to help you develop your indirect tax expertise.What you'll take onPrepare the Group's UK VAT return to ensure accurate and timely submission, alongside managing all associated VAT payments.Review indirect tax balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger entries, proactively investigating and resolving any discrepancies in a timely manner.Lead the preparation, review, and submission of overseas VAT and sales tax returns by collaborating closely with local finance teams and external advisers.Prepare and maintain the Group's Partial Exemption Special Method (PESM), monitoring it continuously to guarantee ongoing accuracy and compliance.Manage and build relationships with tax authorities and external tax advisers regarding our indirect tax compliance obligations.Support and enhance the governance framework for indirect tax processes, ensuring robust controls, best practice, and up-to-date operating procedures.Provide essential indirect tax support for finance system implementations, upgrades, process improvements, and audit activities.What you'll bringA recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with a strong foundation and understanding of financial accounting.Solid experience in account reconciliations and a track record of maintaining the integrity of financial data.A highly analytical approach with excellent attention to detail, enabling you to identify trends, investigate anomalies, and solve problems effectively.The ability to stay organised, manage competing priorities, and confidently deliver high-quality work to tight deadlines during busy moments in a fast-paced environment.Excellent interpersonal and clear communication skills, giving you the confidence to build effective relationships and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the business.A motivated, collaborative, and commercially minded attitude, bringing a continuous improvement mindset and a genuine willingness to learn.While not essential, additional tax or VAT qualifications (such as CTA) or previous experience working within a retail or consumer-facing business would be beneficial.TPBN1_UKTJ

We are looking for an SEO Executive to join our Total Platform team at NEXT, based from NEXT Head Office in Leicestershire!You may know NEXT, the UK and International eCommerce and retail giant, but did you know we are also experiencing rapid growth with our Total Platform business model. We fully manage websites for Victoria's Secret (UK & Ireland), REISS, GAP (UK), JoJo Maman Bébé, Joules & FatFace.About the RoleYou'll be part of NEXT's fast growing SEO team - our largest online channel. This is a content led role with roughly a 60/40 split between copywriting and SEO, focused primarily on page optimisation. Any technical SEO knowledge would be a welcome bonus.Leveraging keyword research, you will write engaging, on-brand content for NEXT and our Total Platform partner brands. You will also be instrumental in implementing the wider organic strategy across Total Platform's brand portfolio. It's a hands-on role with the support of the wider SEO team.What you'll take onCreate high-quality content across our portfolio of websites, including editorials, on-page copy, category descriptions, metadata, and blog content.Write in each brand's tone of voice, maintaining consistency across all output.Conduct keyword research and gap analysis to identify content opportunities and optimise existing pages.Use SEO tools and keyword research data to improve and optimise existing content across our websites.Work with the SEO team to build and maintain a content optimisation roadmap.Support content strategy for link building campaigns and new Total Platform client onboarding.Collaborate with internal copywriting teams and external agencies, sharing SEO best practice.Keep stakeholders informed on progress through regular reporting and clear communication.What you'll bringProven SEO experience, in-house or at an agency.Excellent writing skills with a genuine passion for content creation.Experience creating on-brand content informed by keyword research and competitor analysis.Comfortable using tools such as SEMRush, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, Search Console, and similar.Experience working on SEO for ecommerce websites.Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects under pressure.Up to date with current SEO trends including E-E-A-T, Core Web Vitals, and AI developments.A team player who communicates well at all levels of the business.Must have a flexible attitude and the ability to work under pressure.Working on successful SEO projects for ecommerce sites.Track record of analysing SEO trends and opportunities, providing and implementing recommendations to improve visibility within SERPs.DesirableExperience with large B2C or fashion/lifestyle eCommerce brands.International SEO experience, including content optimisation across multiple markets and languages.Knowledge of technical SEO fundamentals.Experience managing external agencies.TPBN1_UKTJ

There's plenty about Topps Tiles that might surprise you. Like the scale of our Support Office in Leicester. We have Finance, Marketing, Buying, Central Operations, HR, Property, Customer Service and IT all under one roof. Tight-knit teams of talented people working together and working hard to get things done and drive results. But then, would you expect anything less from an ambitious, dynamic, market-leading, multi-million-pound retail business? After delivering our 20% market share goal of "one in five" in 2023, we have launched our new goal - Mission 365 - targeting £365 million of salesPURPOSEAs a senior member of the team, reporting into the Head of Buying, this role is responsible for delivering the buying and ranging strategy of Essentials product categories in line with the Group Trade strategy. Working closely with the Head of Buying you will develop and manage our product portfolio, through carrying out the sourcing plan within the prescribed categories and delivering the right products at the right time. This role drives cost-efficiency, supplier performance, and procurement innovation, whilst supporting cross-functional stakeholders to optimise supply chain outcomes.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIESCustomer/Strategy/Plan:Developing a category plan & strategy for 1-3 years that includes market leading products and suppliersTo ensure that the customer can buy from a wide range of products and rangeIdentify range opportunities & new categories with the Head of Buying for Topps Group trading unitsTo ensure a market leading range which appeals to all targeted customer groupsTo source 'exclusive' ranges bespoke for Topps Group customersOversight of all Group Essentials purchases to leverage the Groups sourcing scale to maximum effectNegotiate complex contracts and commercial terms with new and existing suppliersAnalyse market trends and supplier capabilities to inform purchasing decisionsReview current sourcing methods and suppliers to ensure value for money and ethical sourcingTo provide the business with real time data on competition, current trends and fashionManage supplier relationships, trading agreements and performanceDevelopment of group owned brands and proprietary brand partnershipsPeople/Leadership:Lead and develop and mentor a team of Junior Buyers and provide wider leadership across the businessTo provide the link between the supply chain and distributionTo build, maintain and enhance supplier relationships and promote brandWork cross functionally across the business to align buying with business needsFinancial/Commercials:Maximise all opportunities to 'buy better', driving industry leading gross margins and stock turnIdentify cost-saving opportunities and contribute to budget control measuresLead the team of Buyers to exceed KPI's and carry out reviews / feedback identifying areas for improvement.Overall accountability for product spend, rebate and gross margin targets for areaTo manage projects to agreed times and investment levelsTo review the price point structure and create clear range architecture for colleague and customersCommercial awareness of competitor activityRisk/Process:Work with Head of Buying to promote best practice risk and process management regarding sign off process for range cycles and continuous refresh of product within storeEnsure regular reviews are undertaken in terms of price point structure.Ensure business risk to currency and region is effectively managedEnsure solid exit plan for discontinued stockReduce stock capacityDECISION MAKING/FREEDOM TO ACTFreedom to act day to day within a broad frameworkAble to develop a category plan that supports the overall company goalsFinancial sign off as per the business expenses policyFast paced product introductionAuthority over £80M of purchases annuallyStrategic thinking and proposals to support Head of BuyingSTAKEHOLDERSSupply partnersExternal suppliersAll internal Customers: Topps Tiles, CTD, ProTiler, Parkside, Fired EarthYellow Band Managers: Supply chain, Operations, Merchandising, Marketing, L&D, Legal, H&S & FinanceExecutive Team and Leadership Group - focus on trading unit leaders (customers)DIMENSIONSFinancial:Responsible for a supplier spend of circa £60m per annumCategory accounts for 50% of total Topps Group salesImprovement of supplier trading terms and additional revenue streamsDevelopment of increased margin upside from effective relationships and sourcingIdentify Group sourcing harmonisation opportunitiesEssential:Strong buying experience and a proven track record of over achievement and high performance in a retail buying roleInternational sourcing experienceAble to undertake overseas travelSuccess in developing healthy long term supplier relationshipsConstructively challenge opinions and status quoDemonstrate creative thinking, use of initiative and 'thinking outside the box'Highly commercial with exceptional organisational, negotiation and influencing skillsProfessional and collaborative in approach, able to develop strong working relationships across the business and with suppliersStrong leadership skills with the ability to challenge as well as inspire and coachTechnically knowledgeableOutstanding communication skillsAn ambassador for the businessAbility to coach, develop and mentorHighly numerateWhat we'll do for youIn a culture where hard work is recognised and great results are rewarded; you can look forward to a company bonus that will give you a share of our success (up to 30% of your base salary) . Then there's a company car/car allowance, private medical , generous staff discount, pension and life assurance, a holiday allowance that increases with length of service and a wide range of other benefits. Plus, flexible working, free on-site parking, generous discounts on products and services and more. A lot more. We're committed to promoting talent from within too, which means you'll be well-supported to build a rewarding career with an individual development plan and lots of training on offer.Diversity, Equity and InclusionAt Topps Group we believe that diversity isn't just a box to tick. We are committed to creating an authentic 'One Topps' culture, where our colleagues feel included and supported regardless of who they are or where they are fromWe actively welcome applications from individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know-we're here to support you.Join us in shaping a culture where inclusion is more than a policy-it's a daily practice.Think you know Topps Group? Think again.There's plenty about Topps Group that might surprise you. Like the fact that you don't need to be a DIY or tile expert to work in one of our stores or our Leicester based Support Centre.Or the fact that that we're Britain's largest specialist tile retailer, with more than 1,600 in-store specialists providing world class customer service to homeowners and tradespeople in over 300 stores nationwide.TPBN1_UKTJ

Multi-Skilled Joiner Nationwide (Head office in Leicestershire) Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 OTE / Bonus Permanent, Full-Time Are you an experienced Multi-Skilled Joiner / Retail Fit-Out Operative Regional Recruitment are recruiting for a Multi-Skilled Joiner / Retail Fit- Out for a Shop- Fitting company. This is a hands - on role suited to someone who takes pride in their work and is comfortable working both independently and as part of a team on retail fit-out and refurbishment projects across the UK. We are looking for someone who is dependable, adaptable, and takes ownership of their own work. You should be able to work with minimal supervision, overcome challenges on site and deliver a high standard of finish while providing excellent customer service. If you're looking to join a growing company where your skills and attitude will be valued, we would love to hear from you! What's on Offer: Competitive salary with bonus Supportive management and clear communication of work schedules The opportunity to work with a reputable and professional electrical services provider Fuel expenses covered Access to company vehicle when required Permanent, full-time position Varied commercial projects across the UK. Qualifications Essential: Full UK driving licence Desirable: Valid First Aid at Work Certificate SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) qualification. CSCS card (if applicable) Roles & Responsibilities Carry out high-quality joinery work. Install suspended ceilings. Undertake a variety of construction and fit – out tasks as required. Work away from home on projects when necessary, including overnight stays. Solve problems on site using your own initiative and practical experience. Maintain high standard of workmanship, health and safety, and professionalism. Act as the face of the Company, while on customers sites, representing the company in a positive and professional manner. Requirements As a Multi-Skilled Joiner / Retail Fit-Out Operative you will also be expected to: Proven experience as a joiner with additional multi-trade construction skill. Experience installing suspended ceilings. Ability to work away from home as required. Strong problem solving skills and the ability to work using your own initiative. Full UK driving licence. Health, Safety & Compliance All employees are required to: Comply with all employment legislation and relevant codes of good practice. Take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and associated legislation. Co-operate fully with the company and colleagues to ensure statutory and safety requirements are always met. About Regional Recruitment This position is being advertised by Regional Recruitment Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency established in 2008. We specialise in permanent, temporary, and contract opportunities across the Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Technology, and Engineering sectors. If this role is right for you - Click to apply or call Chloe Doyle on 0116 4850075 or send your CV to To explore more roles available across the UK, please visit ; TPBN1_UKTJ

As we enter our next stage of growth of broadened product offers (fixture + digital tech) and verticals (retail, hospitality, health wellness, education), we are looking for an experienced Head of Sales & Marketing to lead our commercial growth strategy, strengthen our sales pipeline and build a mor

We are looking for a Product Channel Manager to join our eCommerce Development team here at NEXT! Based onsite at NEXT Head Office in Enderby, Leicestershire with great benefits! The Role: At NEXT, search and product discovery are becoming one of our most strategically important areas of eCommerce. As customer behaviour evolves beyond traditional browse journeys into AI-assisted and conversational experiences, we are investing heavily in how customers find products across our digital platforms. We are looking for a Product Channel Manager (Search & Discovery) to lead the customer facing experience across Search, Product Listing Pages (PLPs), filtering, sorting, navigation and emerging AI journeys. This high impact role sits within our eCommerce Product team, driving experiences for millions of customers across NEXT and Total Platform brands. While our Data Science and Search teams focus on algorithms, ranking and relevance, you will translate that technical strategy into scalable customer experiences, robust product capabilities and high quality technology delivery. What You'll Take On: Product Ownership & Delivery Own the web and app roadmap, backlog and delivery, balancing customer value, commercial impact and technical complexity. Partner with UX and data teams to specify, test, launch and continuously optimise search features. Search & Discovery Experience Lead core customer touchpoints across web and app, including Search Results, PLPs, filtering, sorting and navigation UI/UX. Drive the transition from traditional keyword search toward next-generation AI and conversational discovery. Operational Management Monitor platform KPIs and customer behavior to identify optimisation opportunities and resolve live performance issues. Ensure search capabilities remain performant, stable, and commercially effective during peak trading periods. Vendor & Platform Management Manage relationships with existing and emerging Search & Discovery technology partners. Lead vendor evaluations, POCs and testing to assess platform scalability, cost and technical capabilities. Collaboration & Stakeholder Management Partner with teams across Data Engineering, Data Science, UX, Trading, Web Analytics and International teams. Build strong alignment with Senior Digital Leadership around strategic priorities and delivery plans. What You'll Bring: You are an experienced and proven digital product leader with a strong understanding of eCommerce discovery experiences and customer journeys. You are commercially minded, highly collaborative and comfortable operating in a fast moving, high scale eCommerce environment. You combine strategic thinking with hands on delivery capability and enjoy working closely with engineering and cross-functional teams to turn ideas into customer facing products. You are excited by the future of AI-assisted commerce, conversational interfaces and the evolution of product discovery beyond traditional browse and search journeys. Essential Skills: Proven track record in Digital Product Management, leading complex backlogs and agile deliveries within high scale eCommerce, retail or marketplace environments. Deep technical knowledge of search and discovery domains, including PLPs, navigation, filtering, search merchandising, semantic search and AI/conversational journeys. Hands on experience with third party search, personalisation, or experimentation platforms (e.g., Bloomreach, Algolia, Coveo, Constructor) alongside strong A/B testing capability. Strong commercial acumen and data driven decision-making, using web analytics and search performance data to maximise business impact. Exceptional stakeholder management skills, comfortably bridging the gap between engineering, UX, data science, trading, and senior leadership. Proven strategic leadership experience. Confident in setting product vision, influencing senior executive stakeholders and driving business wide change across digital platforms. TPBN1_UKTJ

Head of Sales & Marketing Location: Kibworth, Leicestershire, LE8 0YE Company: KSF Global Ltd Role: Full-time, Permanent Reporting to: Managing Director Company Overview KSF Global is a growing international supplier of bespoke retail displays, store fixtures, digital retail technology and integrated retail solutions. We work with major retailers and global brands, supporting projects from concept design and engineering through prototyping, manufacturing, warehousing, distribution and installation. As we enter our next stage of growth of broadened product offers (fixture + digital tech) and verticals (retail, hospitality, health wellness, education), we are looking for an experienced Head of Sales & Marketing to lead our commercial growth strategy, strengthen our sales pipeline and build a more structured and scalable approach to new business, account development and marketing. Role Summary This is a senior, hands-on leadership role for someone who combines strong B2B sales capability with strategic marketing awareness. You will take ownership of KSF's sales and marketing performance, with a particular focus on: Winning new customers Developing a strong and predictable sales pipeline Increasing revenue from existing accounts Strengthening inbound lead generation Developing strategic partner channels Improving sales processes, forecasting and conversion Building a high-performing sales and marketing function You will work closely with the Managing Director, Head of Accounts, Operations and Product teams to turn KSF's growth strategy into measurable results. Key Responsibilities Sales Growth & New Business Develop and implement the sales strategy to achieve agreed revenue and growth targets. Build and maintain a strong, qualified and predictable new-business pipeline. Lead targeted outbound activity focused on priority retailers, brands and strategic prospects. Personally support the development and conversion of major opportunities. Lead pitches, proposals, tenders and commercial negotiations where required. Improve lead qualification, opportunity management, conversion rates and sales discipline. Ensure effective use of CRM, pipeline reporting and sales forecasting. Establish clear sales targets, KPIs and accountability. New Market Development Identify and assess opportunities in new sectors, customer groups, products and geographic markets. Develop practical go-to-market plans for selected growth opportunities. Research market potential, customer needs, competitor activity and routes to market. Build initial target-account lists, partnerships and sales pipelines within new markets. Test new propositions and adjust commercial approaches based on results. Work closely with Product, Marketing and Operations to ensure KSF can successfully support new market opportunities. Marketing Leadership Develop and oversee a marketing strategy aligned with KSF's commercial objectives. Strengthen inbound lead generation and overall market visibility. Guide digital marketing, SEO, AI/search visibility, social media, email campaigns, content, case studies and events. Ensure marketing activity is focused on priority customer segments and measurable commercial outcomes. Improve the quality and consistency of sales and marketing collateral. Monitor marketing performance, lead quality, conversion and return on investment. Team Leadership & Development Lead, coach and develop the Sales and Marketing team. Build clear roles, responsibilities, objectives and KPIs across the function. Improve individual and team sales capability through coaching, structured reviews and development plans. Introduce consistent sales processes, pipeline reviews and performance management. Identify skills or resource gaps and support future recruitment as the business grows. Develop a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. Account Growth Work closely with the Head of Accounts to identify opportunities for customer growth, retention and cross-selling. Support the development of clear strategies for stable, growing and newly acquired accounts. Maintain senior-level relationships with strategically important customers where appropriate. Ensure newly acquired customers are effectively handed over to the Account and Project teams following successful initial conversion. Strategic Partnerships Develop relationships with technology providers, software partners and complementary businesses. Create referral, joint-selling and joint-marketing opportunities. Build a measurable pipeline of partner-generated opportunities. Support development of joint customer propositions and demonstrations. Commercial Performance Take ownership of sales performance, pipeline and revenue forecasting. Maintain strong awareness of gross margin and the commercial quality of opportunities. Support pricing strategy and major commercial negotiations. Balance revenue growth with profitability, risk and operational capability. Provide clear and regular sales and marketing performance reporting to the Managing Director and senior management team. Skills and Experience Essential - Sales Strong experience in senior B2B sales, business development or sales leadership. Proven track record of winning significant new customer accounts. Evidence of achieving or exceeding revenue and sales targets. Experience developing and managing complex or consultative sales opportunities. Strong new-business prospecting and relationship-development capability. Experience leading, coaching and developing sales and/or marketing teams. Demonstrable experience improving sales processes, pipeline management and forecasting. Experience developing or implementing go-to-market strategies. Evidence of successfully entering new markets, sectors, territories or customer segments. Strong commercial negotiation and presentation skills. Good understanding of marketing and its role in generating qualified sales opportunities. Strong CRM and data-driven sales management skills. Excellent communication, leadership and influencing skills. Ability to combine strategic thinking with a hands-on approach. Strong cross-functional collaboration skills. Essential - Marketing Proven experience developing and delivering B2B marketing strategies aligned with sales and revenue growth. Strong understanding of digital marketing, SEO, AI/search visibility, content, email and social media. Experience generating and nurturing qualified inbound leads and improving marketing-to-sales conversion. Ability to develop targeted campaigns for specific sectors, customer groups and new markets. Experience creating strong value propositions, case studies, sales collateral and sector-focused content. Good understanding of account-based marketing, events, trade shows and partner marketing. Strong analytical skills with experience measuring lead generation, conversion, campaign ROI and marketing-generated pipeline. Experience using CRM, Google Analytics, Search Console and digital marketing tools. Ability to lead and develop marketing team members and external agencies. Strong understanding of how Sales and Marketing work together to create sustainable revenue growth. Desirable Experience within one or more of the following would be advantageous: Retail fixtures and fittings POS / POP displays Shopfitting Retail technology Manufacturing Design and build Interiors Visual merchandising Project-based B2B solutions AV integration Digital signage Experience working with major retailers, international brands or multi-site customers would also be highly desirable. Salary and Benefits Competitive salary package, dependent on experience. The package is expected to include: Competitive basic salary Performance-related bonus linked to agreed sales and business-growth objectives Car allowance Company pension Paid annual leave up to 25 days Business expenses in line with company policy TPBN1_UKTJ

We are looking for a Data Scientist to join our growing Data Science AI team at NEXT! Based from NEXT Head Office in Enderby, Leicestershire! The Role: As a Data Scientist you will play a crucial part in managing, innovating and optimising our core AI systems and large scale product catalogue (Data feed). Working heavily within DataBricks and Google Cloud Platform, you will focus on enriching our product catalogue feeds, building scalable machine learning solutions and driving continuous improvement in our automated capabilities. Rather than standard reporting, the focus of this Data Scientist role is to actively innovate on how we process, optimise and leverage data feeds to drive business value across NEXT. We are looking for someone with a strong grasp of data science techniques who can build robust models while communicating findings and new AI strategies effectively to various stakeholders. What You'll Take On: Innovate and optimise complex data feeds, ensuring high quality, relevance and performance of our data feeds and pipelines. Collaborate with teams from around the business to understand problems, identify automation opportunities and gather requirements for modelling and advanced analytics. Proactively develop systems detecting trends and anomalies within large data streams, creating presentations or automated reports to recommend algorithmic or business logic improvements. Work closely with data engineers to improve the data collection process (data ingestion & ETL pipelines) and support initiatives for data integrity, normalisation and scalability. Build, deploy, monitor and maintain ML Models. Key use cases include feed optimisation, recommendation algorithms, classification tasks, predictive analytics and MLOps deployments. Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of our models and feed logic, providing recommendations for architecture improvements and performance optimisation. What You'll Bring: Proven years of Data Science experience related to the retail, eCommerce or consumer tech industries (3-4 years). Good analytical & problem-solving skills and excellent attention to detail. Understanding and experience of data science techniques covering statistical analysis, A/B testing, time-series, regression, classification and optimisation problems. Proficient in SQL & Python. Familiarity with data manipulation libraries (e.g. PySpark, Pandas, Numpy) and machine learning frameworks (e.g. scikit-learn, TensorFlow or PyTorch). Experience with MLOps tools (e.g., MLflow, Databricks Model Registry, Unity Catalog, Vertex AI) and version control (Git). Strong coding practices with experience in code optimisation, ETL frameworks and processing large-scale data feeds. Good time management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines, priorities and iterative product developments. High-level written and verbal communication skills. Ability to convey complex algorithmic or technical findings to non-technical audiences. Ability to visualise data in Data Studio/Looker Studio or PowerBI. A proactive innovator who is willing to learn different technologies and analytical platforms to improve our tech stack. Desirable / Nice to Have Experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs) and agentic workflow frameworks (e.g. LangGraph, LangChain). Experience developing custom evaluation harnesses to test and validate AI model outputs. Familiarity with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures or fine-tuning open-source models. TPBN1_UKTJ

The Company: A fantastic opportunity for Fabric Technologist to join a leading, established clothing company The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree with commercial experience and be looking to develop their career in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of Fashion and Jersey products is desirable The Role: Reporting to the Head of Department. Comp shops to source and develop new fabrics Reporting back to the factory for development Managing suppliers to deliver best quality fabrics. Ensuring base and bulk testing is completed for on-time delivery. Resolving product issues Attending fit sessions with the Garment technologist as and when needed Supporting design and buying teams on technical knowledge. Working with suppliers to resolve any quality issues Ensuring suppliers are working towards sustainability targets Skills Required: Fashion Degree Ideally have worked for a supplier with similar Retailers. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines. Team player with the ability to also work on own initiative. Ability to travel as and when required to meet with Buyers and suppliers. Ideally you will be able to drive to attend fit meetings. By submitting your CV, you are agreeing to the Terms and Conditions as stated on our website and consenting to us processing your personal details in relation to current/future job opportunities. The information that you have submitted to us will be used in order to consider your suitability for the role you have applied for. A copy of our Privacy Policy can also be viewed on our website which explains how we gather, protect and manage any personal data that you share with us Please be aware the duties listed above are an interpretation of the role and do not form any part of your employment contract. Please ask the interviewer any questions about the role that you wish to clarify. Tagged Resources Limited acts as an employment agency. We have 25 years of Recruitment and Industry experience, working with Retail and Supply Chain markets and have various positions available. If this vacancy does not suit your experience and you are looking for a suitable role, please look at our website or follow us on social networking sites. All are updated daily

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