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Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Bicester Kingsmere! – Leading Nursery Group in the UK Are you a superstar in early years education, ready to sprinkle joy and ignite little imaginations? Busy Bees Bicester Kingsmere is on the lookout for a Nursery Manager who’s bursting with energy, creativity, and a love for helping young minds grow! If you’ve got your Level 3 childcare qualification, plus 2+ years of leading a team in an early years setting, we want your sparkle, your passion, and your EYFS know-how on our team! Why You’ll Love It Here At Busy Bees, we don’t just care for children—we inspire them! With nearly 400 nurseries across the UK (and more around the globe), we’re proud to be the UK’s leading nursery group. And we don’t just win awards for childcare—we’ve got a pretty great workplace too, where everyone is heard, supported, and celebrated. What's in it for You? • A buzzing, supportive environment where your ideas matter, • Exclusive access to our playful, purpose-driven Bee Curious curriculum, • Opportunities to get involved in fun charity events with BBC Children in Need, • Loads of room to grow your career with us About Our Nursery – Bicester Kingsmere! Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, our lovely 110-place nursery is all about fun, learning, and laughter with a great community spirit. Whether it’s dressing up in role play, discovering a new favorite book, or digging for treasure in the garden, every day is a new adventure at Busy Bees Bicester Kingsmere! About our Benefits • Up to 25% annual salary bonus, • Salary up to £50,000 per annum DOE, • Ongoing professional development and career progression, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers, • Up to 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!, • Significant Childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial support through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI), • Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices via our Talent Exchange program. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities:, • Lead & Inspire: Drive excellence and motivate your team., • Quality Improvement: Enhance educational programs and operational processes., • Compliance: Ensure a safe and secure environment, meeting all regulations., • Financial Oversight: Manage budgets and resources effectively., • Engagement: Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and the community., • Professional Development: Foster team growth to provide exceptional care. Required Qualifications: About you:, • We are looking for a passionate and ambitious Nursery Manager whose primary goal is to deliver the highest standards of childcare and early years education., • You will be resourceful, commercially minded, have strong leadership ability and excellent communication skills., • You will have strong organisational skills with a keen attention to detail and be able to prioritise your workload effectively.Qualifications and Experience:, • NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3., • Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager., • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills., • A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education.Apply now and be part of our dynamic team!

Summary The E-commerce Trading Manager will be responsible for driving online sales, profitability and brand growth for Oxford Vitality across its primary e-commerce channels, including the brand website, Amazon, eBay and international marketplaces. This role is pivotal in shaping and delivering a best-in-class digital shopping experience, optimising conversion rates and traffic performance whilst ensuring brand consistency across all platforms. The ideal candidate will combine commercial acumen with creativity and analytical rigour to continually improve the customer journey and meet ambitious growth targets. Who are we? Oxford Vitality is a UK-based health supplement brand committed to producing high-quality, scientifically backed vitamins, minerals and nutraceuticals, owned by The Oxford Health Company. Manufactured in-house, every product is formulated with precision and integrity to support wellness, longevity and performance. The Oxford Health Company is an award-winning contract manufacturing business specialising in the food supplement market. Since our incorporation in 2013, we’ve been recognised as one of the Times Top 100 Fastest-Growing Companies in 2023, with an impressive 58% average annual growth over the past three years. Our commitment to excellence has earned us numerous industry-specific accolades, including recent 2024 wins at the Oxfordshire Business Awards in both the Large Business and Green Award categories. We are a dynamic, entrepreneurial team driven by a mission to become the UK’s leading Food Supplement Manufacturer, both in turnover and service quality. Our success is built on offering expert service and the industry's shortest lead times to new and medium-sized brands with high-value propositions. Our headquarters and manufacturing facility are located in Bicester, with a second storage warehouse nearby. Since fitting out our state-of-the-art clean rooms and manufacturing facility in 2019, we have continued to invest in our infrastructure to better serve our customers and enhance operational efficiency. What will you do? Commercial & Trading Performance • Sales & P&L Ownership: Manage daily performance and deliver against online sales, profit and margin targets., • Performance Monitoring: Track and report on KPIs (revenue, traffic, conversion rate, AOV, return rate and stock turn) to identify opportunities and risks., • Forecasting & Budgeting: Contribute to demand planning, sales forecasting and budgeting across all digital channels., • Promotional Strategy: Develop and execute a compelling promotion and campaign calendar aligned with stock, marketing and brand objectives. Brand, Marketplace and Website Management • Merchandising & Taxonomy: Curate and optimise the product catalogue, ensuring accurate content, strong brand presentation and effective cross-selling/upselling., • Search & Navigation: Enhance on-site search, filtering and taxonomy to improve discoverability and the overall shopping experience., • Brand Consistency: Ensure Oxford Vitality’s brand tone, imagery and messaging are consistent across all digital touchpoints., • Stock Coordination: Partner with Operations, Warehouse and Purchasing to manage availability, product launches and clearances efficiently. Performance Marketing & Optimisation • CRO (Conversion Rate Optimisation): Lead A/B testing and on-site experiments (pricing, content, UX) to improve conversion and AOV., • SEO: Ensure site visibility, keyword performance and organic traffic growth., • PPC & Paid Media: Support paid channel strategy (Google Ads, Amazon Advertising, Meta etc.), ensuring ROI-focused campaigns that complement organic growth., • Data-Driven Decision-Making: Use analytics tools (Google Analytics, marketplace dashboards) to translate insights into action., • Competitor & Market Monitoring: Track market trends, competitor pricing and promotional activity to maintain a commercial edge. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Operations & Logistics: Work closely with Operations, Warehouse and customer service teams to ensure a seamless customer experience., • Marketing & Creative: Align commercial activity with brand campaigns, new product launches, and content planning., • Leadership Reporting: Present performance insights, forecasts, and recommendations to senior leadership. What We’re Looking For • Minimum 3 years in an E-commerce Sales, Brand or Commercial Management role, ideally within health, wellness, supplements or FMCG., • Experience growing brands across global e-commerce markets., • Advanced proficiency in Google Analytics, Excel/Sheets, and marketplace reporting., • Proven success managing Amazon (Seller/Vendor Central), eBay or other B2C marketplace accounts., • Experience with major platforms (e.g. Shopify, Magento, WooCommerce)., • Hands-on experience with A/B testing tools (e.g. VWO, Google Optimize) would be preferred., • Familiarity with search optimisation (SEO) and paid acquisition strategy (PPC)., • Experience growing brands across global e-commerce markets., • Understanding of supplement and health product compliance and marketing guidelines. Why Join Us? Precision Workspace • Tailored development plans to support your growth and career progression

Join Our Team as an Operations Supervisor Bicester. Location: Bicester Salary: Up to £33,000 Are you an organised and hands-on leader with a passion for logistics, process, and efficiency? Join a fast-growing, market-leading retail brand as an Operations Supervisor focused on back-of-house and stockroom excellence. Why Join Us? Be part of a dynamic and expanding retail business known for delivering unbeatable value and exceptional service. With multiple new store openings, we're looking for strong operational leaders who want to grow their careers while playing a key role behind the scenes. Your Role: As an Operations Supervisor, you'll be the driving force behind the smooth running of our stockroom and back-of-house areas. Reporting to the Store Manager, you'll ensure that stock flow, replenishment, compliance, and warehouse standards are all maintained at the highest level. You'll lead and develop a team, manage stock accuracy, and play a vital role in supporting overall store performance. Key Responsibilities: * Oversee all back-of-house operations, including stockroom organisation, deliveries, and replenishment * Ensure stock is received, stored, and processed efficiently and accurately * Maintain full compliance with company procedures around stock control, H&S, and audit standards * Supervise and develop the back-of-house team to ensure high productivity and engagement * Monitor and manage KPIs including stock accuracy, shrinkage, and operational efficiency * Support the Store Manager in driving a high-performance culture across the store * Step in as Duty Manager when required What We're Looking For: * Proven experience in a stockroom, warehouse, or operations leadership role within retail * A strong understanding of stock processes, compliance, and back-of-house standards * A hands-on, process-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment * Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills * Confidence in using data and KPIs to inform decisions and drive improvements * Ambition to grow within the business and take on more senior operational roles Apply Today! If you're a back-of-house expert or stockroom leader looking for your next career move, this is your opportunity to join a high-growth retail business in the heart of Bicester Village. Submit your CV now and be part of something exciting! BBBH34615

About Us AnalytiChem UK (formerly Cherwell Laboratories) has been based in Bicester, UK since 1971. We manufacture and supply the Redipor® range of prepared microbiological media to the pharmaceutical and associated industries. We also supply and service specialist environmental air monitoring equipment and decontamination equipment, primarily into the same markets. AnalytiChem UK operates an ISO9001 Quality Management system and is regularly audited by its customers. The company has managed continued growth over the last 10 years and is planning for further expansion. AnalytiChem UK is part of the AnalytiChem Group, a global family of companies providing quality control products and services. These include both off the shelf and customisable chemicals, high-quality standards, certified reference materials, laboratory and analytical equipment. The Role We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Engineering Manager who can contribute to and share in our success. The Engineering Manager leads our small Engineering Team, responsible for the routine service and calibration of customers’ air sampling equipment carried out in our on-site workshop, as well as at customer locations. In addition, the team maintains the company’s own manufacturing equipment, facilities, and infrastructure, and supports the build and assembly of the company’s products for sale. The Engineering Manager ensures the highest levels of customer satisfaction in all service and calibration activities, while also contributing to the specification, installation, validation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of process equipment and site facilities. Working closely with the Director of Operations and other senior managers, the Engineering Manager also plays a key role in promoting and maintaining a safe working environment and ensuring compliance with all relevant Health and Safety standards. Key Responsibilities • Manage and supervise all engineering team employees and functions, monitoring performance and calibration processes, • Maintain company wide service and calibration, along with overseeing maintenance of onsite facilities, utilities and manufacturing equipment, • Lead and develop preventative maintenance schedules/routines to ensure reliability, efficiency, and compliance of all equipment, • Act as the primary point of contact for customer servicing, ensuring excellent service and customer satisfaction, • Plan and coordinate all calibration activities for customers, • Manage targets and departmental KPI’s, • Support product and process improvement initiatives, contributing technical expertise and recommendations., • Drive and support continuous improvement, with a focus on health and safety, operational efficiency, and process enhancement., • Lead CapEx projects ensuring ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards., • Contribute to and lead Operations’ strategic objectives, • Represent Engineering at daily management meetings, supporting the Operations’ daily management process, • Supervise, train, and develop team members, including conducting annual appraisals and ongoing professional development, • Promote and enforce robust Health and Safety practices within the department and across the business, ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies Competencies & Qualifications • Management – Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team to achieve operational and strategic goals, • Coaching & Development – Committed to building capability within the team through training, feedback, and mentoring, • Decision Making – Uses sound judgment and data-driven insight to make timely, effective decisions, • Collaboration & Teamwork – Works effectively across departments, contributing where needed and supporting others during high workloads or challenging periods, • Organisation & Planning – Strong planning and prioritisation skills, able to manage multiple tasks, resources, and deadlines effectively, • Adaptability & Flexibility – Willing to work overtime or travel when required, responding positively to changing priorities and business needs, • Professionalism – Represents the company positively and professionally with customers, suppliers, and partners, both on-site and remotely, • High Standards & Attention to Detail – Maintains a methodical, “right first time” approach, ensuring accuracy and excellence in all activities, • Problem Solving – Uses structured problem-solving techniques (e.g. root cause analysis) to identify issues and implement effective solutions., • Communication Skills – Clear and confident communicator, able to convey technical and operational information effectively at all levels, • Positive Attitude & Resilience – Displays a proactive, “can-do” mindset; handles pressure constructively and motivates others towards improvement, • Continuous Improvement – Experienced in applying lean tools and methodologies (e.g. 5S, TPM, OEE) to improve safety, quality, and efficiency., • Project Management – Demonstrates effective project management skills, using sound systems and planning techniques to deliver projects successfully, • Health & Safety Focus – Promotes and enforces a strong safety culture across all engineering and operational activities, • Regulatory Awareness – Experience working in a cGMP or similarly regulated manufacturing environment, • Technical Expertise – Qualified in mechanical and/or electrical/electronic engineering (HNC/HND/Degree) with practical experience in service, calibration, and maintenance, • IT Proficiency – Competent in Microsoft Office and other relevant engineering software systems, • Full UK Driving Licence – Required for occasional travel to customer sites Think you’re a fit? We’d love to meet you. Apply now!

🚛 Warehouse Operations Manager 📍 Bicester 💷 £60,000 – £70,000 + Car Allowance 🤝 Exclusive to Nter Talent Nter Talent are proud to be exclusively partnering with a leading FMCG distribution business as they continue to invest in their people, infrastructure, and customer experience. We’re looking for an experienced Warehouse Operations Manager to lead a high-performing team and drive operational excellence across a fast-paced, high-volume environment. 🧭 The Role You’ll take full ownership of the warehouse operation – from inbound and outbound logistics to stock management, compliance, and team leadership. Working closely with senior leadership, you’ll play a key role in delivering service excellence, implementing continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring the site operates safely, efficiently, and profitably. 🔑 Key Responsibilities • 👥 Lead and develop a large warehouse team, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration, and performance., • 📦 Oversee daily operations across goods-in, storage, and dispatch to ensure service levels and productivity targets are achieved., • ⚙️ Drive continuous improvement through data-led decision making and process optimisation., • 💰 Manage budgets, KPIs, and performance metrics to ensure commercial and operational objectives are met., • 🦺 Ensure compliance with health & safety, food safety, and quality standards., • 🔄 Partner with transport, planning, and customer service teams to maintain seamless end-to-end distribution. 💡 About You • ✅ Proven track record in warehouse or distribution centre management within FMCG, food, or high-volume logistics environments., • 💪 Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams in a fast-paced operation., • 📊 Confident managing budgets, performance metrics, and implementing operational change., • 🚀 A continuous improvement mindset – comfortable challenging the status quo and driving better ways of working., • 🗣️ Excellent communication skills and a hands-on approach to leadership. 🎯 What’s on Offer • 💷 Competitive salary £60,000 – £70,000 + car allowance., • 🌟 Opportunity to lead within a forward-thinking, growing FMCG business., • 🏗️ Autonomy to shape and improve an operation backed by strong investment and leadership support. If you’re a proven operations leader ready to make an impact, Nter Talent would love to hear from you. 📩 Apply today or contact Nter Talent for a confidential discussion.

Join Our Team as an Operations Supervisor Bicester. Location: Bicester Salary: Up to £33,000 Are you an organised and hands-on leader with a passion for logistics, process, and efficiency? Join a fast-growing, market-leading retail brand as an Operations Supervisor focused on back-of-house and stockroom excellence. Why Join Us? Be part of a dynamic and expanding retail business known for delivering unbeatable value and exceptional service. With multiple new store openings, we're looking for strong operational leaders who want to grow their careers while playing a key role behind the scenes. Your Role: As an Operations Supervisor, you'll be the driving force behind the smooth running of our stockroom and back-of-house areas. Reporting to the Store Manager, you'll ensure that stock flow, replenishment, compliance, and warehouse standards are all maintained at the highest level. You'll lead and develop a team, manage stock accuracy, and play a vital role in supporting overall store performance. Key Responsibilities: * Oversee all back-of-house operations, including stockroom organisation, deliveries, and replenishment * Ensure stock is received, stored, and processed efficiently and accurately * Maintain full compliance with company procedures around stock control, H&S, and audit standards * Supervise and develop the back-of-house team to ensure high productivity and engagement * Monitor and manage KPIs including stock accuracy, shrinkage, and operational efficiency * Support the Store Manager in driving a high-performance culture across the store * Step in as Duty Manager when required What We're Looking For: * Proven experience in a stockroom, warehouse, or operations leadership role within retail * A strong understanding of stock processes, compliance, and back-of-house standards * A hands-on, process-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment * Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills * Confidence in using data and KPIs to inform decisions and drive improvements * Ambition to grow within the business and take on more senior operational roles Apply Today! If you're a back-of-house expert or stockroom leader looking for your next career move, this is your opportunity to join a high-growth retail business in the heart of Bicester Village. Submit your CV now and be part of something exciting! BBBH34615

Join Our Team as an Stockroom Supervisor Bicester. Location: Bicester Salary: Up to £33,000 Are you an organised and hands-on leader with a passion for logistics, process, and efficiency? Join a fast-growing, market-leading retail brand as an Stockroom Supervisor focused on back-of-house and stockroom excellence. Why Join Us? Be part of a dynamic and expanding retail business known for delivering unbeatable value and exceptional service. With multiple new store openings, we're looking for strong operational leaders who want to grow their careers while playing a key role behind the scenes. Your Role: As an Stockroom Supervisor, you'll be the driving force behind the smooth running of our stockroom and back-of-house areas. Reporting to the Store Manager, you'll ensure that stock flow, replenishment, compliance, and warehouse standards are all maintained at the highest level. You'll lead and develop a team, manage stock accuracy, and play a vital role in supporting overall store performance. Key Responsibilities: Oversee all back-of-house operations, including stockroom organisation, deliveries, and replenishment Ensure stock is received, stored, and processed efficiently and accurately Maintain full compliance with company procedures around stock control, H&S, and audit standards Supervise and develop the back-of-house team to ensure high productivity and engagement Monitor and manage KPIs including stock accuracy, shrinkage, and operational efficiency Support the Store Manager in driving a high-performance culture across the store Step in as Duty Manager when required What We're Looking For: Proven experience in a stockroom, warehouse, or operations leadership role within retail A strong understanding of stock processes, compliance, and back-of-house standards A hands-on, process-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills Confidence in using data and KPIs to inform decisions and drive improvements Ambition to grow within the business and take on more senior operational roles Apply Today! If you're a back-of-house expert or stockroom leader looking for your next career move, this is your opportunity to join a high-growth retail business in the heart of Bicester Village. Submit your CV now and be part of something exciting! BBBH34750 TPBN1_UKTJ

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Bicester Kingsmere! Leading Nursery Group in the UK Are you a superstar in early years education, ready to sprinkle joy and ignite little imaginations?Busy Bees Bicester Kingsmereis on the lookout for aNursery Managerwhos bursting with energy, creativity, and a love for helping young minds grow! If youve got yourLevel 3 childcare qualification, plus2+ years of leading a teamin an early years setting, we want your sparkle, your passion, and your EYFS know-how on our team! Why Youll Love It Here AtBusy Bees, we dont just care for childrenwe inspire them! Withnearly 400 nurseries across the UK(and more around the globe), were proud to be the UKs leading nursery group. And we dont just win awards for childcareweve got a pretty great workplace too, where everyone isheard, supported, and celebrated. What's in it for You? • A buzzing, supportive environment where your ideas matter, • Exclusive access to our playful, purpose-drivenBee Curious curriculum, • Opportunities to get involved in funcharity eventswithBBC Children in Need, • Loads of room togrow your careerwith us About Our Nursery Bicester Kingsmere! RatedGood by Ofsted, our lovely 110-place nursery is all aboutfun, learning, and laughter with a great community spirit. Whether its dressing up in role play, discovering a new favorite book, or digging for treasure in the garden, every day is a new adventure at Busy Bees Bicester Kingsmere! About our Benefits • Up to 25% annual salary bonus, • Salary up to 50,000 per annum DOE, • Ongoing professional development and career progression, • Our Hive benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers, • Up to 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off its our gift to you!, • Significant Childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial support through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI), • Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices via our Talent Exchange program. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities:, • Lead & Inspire: Drive excellence and motivate your team., • Quality Improvement: Enhance educational programs and operational processes., • Compliance: Ensure a safe and secure environment, meeting all regulations., • Financial Oversight: Manage budgets and resources effectively., • Engagement: Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and the community., • Professional Development: Foster team growth to provide exceptional care. Required Qualifications: About you:, • We are looking for a passionate and ambitious Nursery Manager whose primary goal is to deliver the highest standards of childcare and early years education., • You will be resourceful, commercially minded, have strong leadership ability and excellent communication skills., • You will have strong organisational skills with a keen attention to detail and be able to prioritise your workload effectively.Qualifications and Experience:, • NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3., • Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager., • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills., • A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education.Apply now and be part of our dynamic team!