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Brompton is much more than a bicycle; it's a portal to urban freedom, a means to move around a city differently and to see it with fresh eyes. Over the past 50 years, we've become globally recognised as a British design icon, renowned for our craftsmanship , durability and sustainability. Small wheels with big ideals. Portable, foldable, unstoppable. At the heart of our success are the ingenuity and resilience embodied by our founder. In 1975, against all the odds, Andrew Ritchie designed a folding bike like no other. After years of rejection and ridicule, his invention found its place in the fabric of urban society. 1.2 million bikes later, with a retail footprint covering nearly 50 markets and with thousands of fan communities dotted around the world, Brompton is no laughing matter. These days, our commitment to creating world class products remains unwavering but it's accompanied by a broader aim of creating greener, safer, cycle-friendly cities where people can feel more connected, more present, more alive. If you're ready to unfold your imagination, expand your horizons and redraw your career map, read on to learn more about this unique opportunity! The Role: We at Brompton are striving for high customer satisfaction with an intrinsic motivation to improve our products and processes. As a Change & Platform Data Manager, you will be reporting to the PMO director and significantly drive the entire business in the exciting world of continuous improvement & data management through change and adoption. The role will flex between executor, manager and leader, performing change & data management duties on higher complexity requests (approx. 35%), line management support of the team (approx. 30%) as well as process and long-term capability development (approx. 35%). You will chair the change advisory board, assessing benefit, impact, feasibility of requested changes with an appropriate approval workflow in place, delivering change through to production implementation & system update. You will share ongoing communication of prioritisation decisions and progress tracking to support effective cost control through phase in phase out management, and on time alignment with active new product introduction programmes. The Person: We are seeking a candidate who can provide optimum levels of leadership and encouragement, training, and support to help others achieve agreed KPIs and budgets. They are also expected to encourage others to communicate effectively and efficiently at a level that is understood by all; thus, developing a culture of participation and involvement. Main Responsibilities: Change management Owner of the change management process for CI and NPI, with responsibility to identify & implement continuous efficiency improvements across people, process & tools - recognising the differing needs of each area. Prioritise changes to focus on where we can add value to people and the business most effectively, using a data driven approach to determine & communicate prioritisation. Responsible for delivery of high complexity / critical change requests, while working closely with the platform data & change coordinators to ensure the agreed programme of change is achieved Support the team for items in need of escalation and drive any necessary solutions to support Ensure alignment of CRCN running change delivery with NPI programme timelines Creation and maintenance of relevant documentation & tools (CMS Calendar, Wrike blueprints, SolidWorks PDM Templates & Approval Flows, Reports, CMS SharePoint and CCB (Change Control Board) & CMS Owners user groups) Management and reporting of KPIs, regularly and visibly driving KPI milestone achievement & cost impact (Bom level, scrap etc) Platform Data Owner of product BoM platforms at part group & B-code level, providing visibility of all future BoM changes at part level based on known active CI & NPI programmes, with associated phase in timing & cost impact Owner of the spec to configurator end to end process across NPI & change management with responsibility to identify & implement continuous efficiency improvements across people, process & tools. Team Line management of the data & change coordinators / change administrator & configuration administrator Coach CMS Owners on best practise with regards to the CR process. Skills & experience Leadership Traits This is the right job for you if you have a natural passion for managing change and data integrity with strong project management experience in a high-quality and fast paced environment. The role will require an elevated level of communication & interpersonal skills from operator to senior executive level and the ability to influence stakeholders and project owners who may have diverse priorities. The role will require creating and guiding the medium- and long-term strategic journey of CMS & BoM systems linking to the company technology strategy The role requires a pro-active driven individual to take immediate ownership of the Change Management System governance as well as the end-to-end spec to configurator process. Ability to deal with prioritization and escalation under high pressure as well as to organise, plan and document tasks in a highly structured, process focussed way of operating. Ability to analyse business data, draw relevant conclusions and provide appropriate recommendations to business stakeholders. Working in teams is essential for our success, which means we are looking for team players who will grow, develop together, and align with our culture with high emotional intelligence. We are seeking a candidate who can provide optimum levels of leadership and encouragement, training, and support to help others achieve agreed KPIs and budgets. Technical Skills & Knowledge Experience both as a line manager (direct reports) and as a cross functional facilitator (network organisation) which allow you to foster and build stakeholder relationships. Good understanding of Technical Engineering Drawings and customer feedback, and their impact from product development to the customer delivery. Strong understanding of PDM change workflows, BoM creation tools and process Must have excellent Microsoft Office, ideally in Office 365 environments. Experience in interactions with ERP/MRP systems, document control (e.g.: PDM, SAP, SharePoint) and project management tools (e.g.: Wrike, MS Projects). Experience of working closely with Production, Design, NPI (New Product Introduction), Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Assurance, Electric Systems and Product Management teams. Sustainability and Health and Safety Responsibility Encourage your team to use socially and environmentally responsible practices. Provide effective leadership and be a role model in setting the direction of the Sustainability and H&S culture, engagement, and performance. Maintain and review appropriate risk assessments and any Works Manuals or specific instructions required for the prevention of near misses, incidents, injuries, and ill-health, including monitoring Health & Safety performance. Provide information, instruction, training, and supervision to ensure our people have the skills and knowledge necessary to achieve the Sustainability and H&S objectives and act in accordance with the Brompton Policies and Procedures. Ensure regular Health & Safety inspections, investigations and self-audits are conducted and that all actions raised are followed up and closed within required timescales. Benefits at Brompton: Brompton offers you an excellent working environment with enthusiastic colleagues who get along, communicate and co-operate well with each other . The working climate is informal, but we work hard . Next to good terms of employment, Brompton offers you the opportunity to work in a responsible and challenging job within a dynamic, international and ambitious environment . We are all proud to be part of Brompton Bicycle Ltd; we all share the same passion and dedication to the company and the product, despite any differences in cultural backgrounds and skills. Flexible working if applicable 9 Day Fortnight if appliable This is a flexible working pattern which individuals can opt in for where an employee works their contractual hours across 9 days instead of 10 days. (i.e. 80 hours across 9 days instead of 10 days). This mean the individual would work an additional hour across Monday to Thursday (across the 2 week period) to gain their Friday off.? Annual Leave 20 / 25 days (select as appropriate ) annual leave, plus all UK bank holidays. Competitive Salary Plus workplace pension scheme and profit share bonus. Brompton Discount - Get ready to bike in style, as all employees receive up to 60% off their very own bike and accessories, plus there are discounts for your friends and family too. £500 Employee Referral Bonus Successfully refer someone you know to work from Brompton and you will receive a £500 referral bonus! Social activities - Throughout the year enjoy time with your colleagues as we host an annual Summer and Christmas party, annual bike rides (both inside and outside the UK),volunteering activities and family fun days just to name a few. Learning and Development - Access to free Linked In Learning and opportunity to devote some of your time at work to personal development. We value professional development and actively promote internal promotions and opportunities. Benefits - Workplace Pension Scheme, Care and Health Support, Flexible Working, Cycle to Work Scheme and other benefits. Mental Health We provide access to a confidential EAP that offers counselling, resources and support for various mental health challenges. Theres also Head Space, Bromptons approved wellness program for employees. Paid Leave We offer an enhanced Family, Paternity and Maternity leave pay. Brompton was listed amongst the best UK workplaces in 2020 and was awarded silver investors in People Accreditation and London Living Wage Employer in 2021 . Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Commitment Regardless of age, disability, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, culture, educational background, parental status, neurodiversity or disability - whoever you are, if youre passionate about your work, curious, relentless and customer-obsessed, we want to hear from you. TPBN1_UKTJ

Brompton is much more than a bicycle; it's a portal to urban freedom, a means to move around a city differently and to see it with fresh eyes. Over the past 50 years, we've become globally recognised as a British design icon, renowned for our craftsmanship, durability and sustainability. Small wheels with big ideals. Portable, foldable, unstoppable. At the heart of our success are the ingenuity and resilience embodied by our founder. In 1975, against all the odds, Andrew Ritchie designed a folding bike like no other. After years of rejection and ridicule, his invention found its place in the fabric of urban society. 1.2 million bikes later,with a retail footprint covering nearly 50 markets and with thousands of fan communities dotted around the world, Brompton is no laughing matter. These days, our commitment to creating world class products remains unwavering but it's accompanied by a broader aim of creating greener, safer, cycle-friendly cities where people can feel more connected, more present, more alive. If you're ready to unfold your imagination, expand your horizons and redraw your career map, read on to learn more about this unique opportunity! The role: We are looking to recruit within the Production Planning team a proactive Production Scheduler who is organized and highly detail oriented. The ideal candidate will have a solid production planning and schedule experience within a manufacturing environment. This role is critical in balancing demand vs available capacity, minimizing production downtime, and ensuring alignment with inventory and customer delivery requirements. The Production Scheduler will be responsible for creating and maintaining production schedules for the assigned resources that ensure efficient and smooth operations and the timely delivery of customer orders considering the optimal utilization of resources and all known restrictions to the plan. The Production Scheduler shall maintain a clear, achievable and up to date plan that support Bramptons short-, medium- and long-term objectives. The ideal candidate will engage with all relevant stakeholders across the business to capture their input and drive a balanced plan across the areas within the planning remit. This is a role for someone who wants to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in, who is ready to progress within the business, and who is excited by the potential of a long-term commitment to this fast-growing British success story. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on sales forecasts, customer orders, and inventory levels. Monitor the production process and adjust schedules as needed due to delays, equipment failures, or changes in demand. Control the execution of the plan to support seamless operations, spot trends/issues and propose corrective action. Analyse production data and performance metrics to identify bottlenecks, optimize processes, and improve scheduling accuracy. Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and production standards. Communicate schedule updates and changes timely and clearly to all relevant stakeholders. Coordinate with procurement, inventory control, production, and quality teams to ensure availability of materials and resources. Participate in planning meetings and provide input on production capacities, lead times, and inventory levels. Use ERP/MRP and LPMS systems to issue runs, generate and track job orders, production timelines, and material requirements. Maintain accurate production records and generate reports for management review. Performance Reporting to drive results and accountability: Measure and report adherence to the plan within the planning horizon highlighting non-conformities and escalations as needed. Analyse and communicate trends, risks and proposed solutions that engage all stakeholders participation to the solution. Operational Excellence: Publish a cost-effective plan that contributes to operational efficiency and respects / follows agreed processes, procedures and timelines. Promptly reacts efficiently to a new or unexpected situation and strives to deliver a solid and operationally effective solution. Process Improvement and Problem Solving: Support the implementation of robust processes and control methods to drive for intelligent business reporting. Identify opportunities for process enhancements across planning and production workflows. Leverage the power of new technologies to support future planning processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to address planning and production challenges, including staff shortages, equipment malfunctions, raw material or sub-assembly shortages. Suggest and implement enhancements to company-wide processes, particularly in planning, scheduling, control and reporting inventory management, and operational workflows. Who you are: A team player eager to collaborate and succeed with the team, to achieve tasks and overcome problems. Continuous Improvement Mindset - enjoys challenges brought on by the role and will be expected to create a culture of continuous improvement amongst the team and stakeholders. Results-Driven Approach - achieve results in a logical, systematic, and precise manner. Proactive and Versatile - proactive and energetic in the work situation, seeking to get things done and at the same time dealing with a variety of complex tasks. Positive Attitude - a positive, can-do attitude is essential for working at Brompton Strong organisational and problem-solving skills Logical and creative thinker Pays high attention to detail and a willingness to dig down into details while retaining a sense of the broader picture Must be able to work under pressure Eager to lead process change through continuous improvement Passionate, determined and resourceful Ability to work in a multicultural and multilingual environment Desired Skills & Experience: Previous experience with ERP systems Good understanding of supply chain and manufacturing processes and demands Advanced Excel skills are fundamental Good English communication skills both verbal and written, with a confident and professional manner Experience working in manufacturing You might not tick all the boxes, and thats okay, we still encourage you to apply. Here at Brompton we are always looking for people that share the same values and attitudes as we do, as we continue to build diverse teams and a sense of community which is made stronger by each new individual who joins. Sustainability and Health & Safety Responsibility: Use socially and environmentally responsible practices while in the workplace and accept and follow relevant training, policies, and procedures, complying with all applicable laws, and regulations. Cooperate with management to ensure the Company remains compliant and sustainability and H&S performance continuously improves. Report all hazards, near misses, incidents and/or injuries to management immediately by complying to local incident reporting requirements. Use tools, equipment and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by job role and as instructed. Take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and of any other persons who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work Benefits at Brompton: Brompton offers you an excellent working environment with enthusiastic colleagues who get along, communicate and co-operate well with each other. The working climate is informal, but we work hard. Next to good terms of employment, Brompton offers you the opportunity to work in a responsible and challenging job within a dynamic, international and ambitious environment. We are all proud to be part of Brompton Bicycle Ltd; we all share the same passion and dedication to the company and the product, despite any differences in cultural backgrounds and skills. Competitive Salary Plus workplace pension scheme and profit share bonus. Brompton Discount - Get ready to bike in style, as all employees receive up to 60% off their very own bike and accessories, plus there are discounts for your friends and family too. Staff Loan Bike All employees are eligible to receive a Brompton Bicycle which they can use free of charge for up to 3 months Onboarding Induction New starters will enrol on a 3-month onboarding induction programme with a welcome pack goody bag as well as a factory tour, meet&greet with the Chiefs and an afternoon bike ride. There are also opportunities for work experience in the Covent Garden shop floor. Free Breakfast Unlimited, all-day access to an array of fruit and cereal On-Site Canteen Staff can enjoy subsidised meals, snacks and refreshments at our in-house HandleBar Café Breakout Areas Unwind on the mezzanine floor which contains a ping-pong, foosball and pool table and other games like darts and a giant Connect-4! Social Activities - Throughout the year enjoy time with your colleagues as we host an annual Summer and Christmas party, annual bike rides (both inside and outside the UK), volunteering activities and family fun days just to name a few. Learning and Development - Access to free Linked In Learning and opportunity to devote some of your time at work to personal development. We value professional development and actively promote internal promotions and opportunities. Benefits - Workplace Pension Scheme, Care and Health Support, Flexible Working, Cycle to Work Scheme and other benefits. Mental Health We provide access to a confidential EAP that offers counselling, resources and support for various mental health challenges. Theres also Head Space, Bromptons approved wellness program for employees. Paid Leave We offer an enhanced Family, Paternity and Maternity leave pay. Brompton was listed amongst the best UK workplaces in 2020 and was awarded silver investors in People Accreditation and London Living Wage Employer in 2021. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Commitment Regardless of age, disability, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, culture, educational background, parental status, neurodiversity or disability - whoever you are, if youre passionate about your work, curious, relentless and customer-obsessed, we want to hear from you. TPBN1_UKTJ

Joinery Draughtsperson - Project Manager Joinery CAD Draughtsman / Project Manager required with a keen eye for detail and a passion for high-end bespoke furniture. Our client in Southwest London is a celebrated manufacturer of high-end furniture and architectural joinery. They are looking for a Draughtsman to join their friendly, well-equipped, modern workshop. Key Responsibilities: Draft accurate production quality drawings showing all technical details for the manufacture of bespoke furniture and joinery. Carry out accurate site surveys, in London, home counties and occasionally abroad. Collaborate with clients, Designers, Craftspeople and Project Managers to understand project requirements. Develop and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors to obtain quotes. Support Estimators and report cost variations. The Ideal Candidate Will: Have a joinery background with experience of making high-end bespoke furniture. Have good knowledge and experience of drafting in AutoCAD or SolidWorks - all other drawing software will be considered. Have an extensive knowledge of materials, finishes and hardware. Have the ability to meet deadlines, be organised, and work individually or as part of a team. Possess excellent analytical and communication skills. Be willing to work overtime if required. Have experience of project managing and delivering joinery packages with a value of £100-500k. Benefits: Full-time, permanent, PAYE position with 28 days holiday per year. Wages based on experience, with overtime available. Opportunity to work in Southwest London's thriving workshop, specialising in manufacturing bespoke furniture and architectural joinery to the highest standard. Join a team that values both modern technology and traditional craftsmanship, with immediate start available. Our client has been trading since 2002 and have built a solid reputation for artisan design, manufacture, installation and aftercare. This is your chance to be part of their growing success story. Interested Click apply and upload your CV today. TPBN1_UKTJ

Office Administrator (Part time). Are you an organised, proactive office administrator looking for a stable, part-time role where you'll be genuinely valued? Join a well-established, employee-owned company specialising in manufacturing. Keywords: Office Administrator, Part-Time Admin, Administration