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Head of Warehouse & Distribution Operations Vacancy (URGENT) \n\n • Annual Salary: £70k - £80k per annum DOE\n, • Location: Bedfordshire\n, • Job Type: Full-time\n\n We are seeking a strategic leader to take on the role of Head of Warehouse & Distribution Operations. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this pivotal role involves driving operational excellence and transformational change across our warehouse and distribution functions. The successful candidate will ensure our supply chain supports business growth while delivering outstanding service, efficiency, and cost performance. \n Core Responsibilities \n\n • Develop and execute the warehouse and distribution strategy, aligning operational performance with business objectives for cost, service, and scalability.\n, • Lead all warehouse and distribution activities, including inbound logistics, stock control, order fulfilment, and outbound delivery.\n, • Own relationships with third-party logistics providers (3PLs), parcel carriers, and pallet network partners, ensuring optimal service, cost control, and contractual compliance.\n, • Drive cross-functional change initiatives, embedding new processes, technologies, and ways of working across the business.\n, • Deliver operational performance against key KPIs including OTIF, inventory accuracy, cost-to-serve, and customer service metrics.\n\n Operational Duties \n\n • Hold full P&L accountability for warehouse and distribution operations, identifying opportunities to improve productivity and reduce costs.\n, • Lead, develop, and inspire warehouse management teams and frontline colleagues through effective recruitment, coaching, performance management, and succession planning.\n, • Ensure compliance with all health & safety, regulatory, and quality standards while maintaining best-in-class inventory accuracy.\n, • Manage carrier and 3PL performance through robust governance, KPI management, service reviews, and commercial negotiations.\n\n Transformation & Continuous Improvement \n\n • Lead the implementation and ongoing optimisation of a new Warehouse Management System (WMS), including vendor management, process design, testing, training, and go-live delivery.\n, • Act as business owner for warehouse technology platforms, ensuring effective integration between WMS, ERP, automation solutions, and logistics partners.\n, • Identify and deliver process improvement, automation, and operational excellence initiatives to enhance efficiency, service levels, and scalability.\n, • Foster a continuous improvement culture through Lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven decision-making.\n\n Required Skills & Experience \n\n • Proven experience in a senior warehouse, distribution, or supply chain leadership role, with responsibility for operational performance, people leadership, and budget management.\n, • Demonstrable success leading major business transformation initiatives, including WMS implementation, upgrade, or migration projects.\n, • Significant experience managing outsourced logistics operations, including 3PLs, parcel carriers, pallet networks, and transportation procurement.\n, • Strong understanding of warehouse and fulfilment best practices, including inventory management, picking and packing, slotting, cycle counting, and logistics performance management.\n, • Expertise in KPI development, capacity planning, and operational performance reporting.\n, • Proficient in WMS and ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Iptor, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Excel; warehouse automation technologies experience advantageous.\n\n Apply now if interested! \n

ELFT has long been recognised as a centre of excellence for mental and health care, innovation and improvement. So it is a very exciting time for you to come and work for us. Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive – so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations. This vacancy has arisen for a consultant psychiatrist to provide clinical and managerial leadership as part of the Luton and South Bedfordshire CRHT. The successful candidate will work alongside the existing substantive consultant. T he post will provide clinical leadership as one of the two consultants in the CRHT. The post holder will support the CRHT in multidisciplinary assessment, treatment and management of patients with mental disorders as envisaged in NICE Guidelines. Luton and South Bedfordshire CRHT covers the geographical area of Luton and South Bedfordshire. The service covers 5 Primary Care Networks and a population of 56,000 in Luton. For South Bedfordshire the service covers 3 Primary Care Networks covering a population of 132,000. Luton and South Bedfordshire CRHT work in close partnership with Bedford CRHT who offer support to patients living in the rest of Bedfordshire. • Team Manager, • Three Band 7 CRHT team leaders, • Fully staffed Nursing team, • Junior Doctors on rotation, • Clinical Psychologist, • Assistant Psychologist, • Social Workers, • Occupational Therapist, • Support workers, • Pharmacist, • Students from nursing and medical backgrounds Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive – so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations. • Provide consultant leadership to the CRHT team., • Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and management of issues relating to mental and physical health for adults with acute and severe mental illness in the community (over 18 years)., • Undertake all work in the context of the recovery approach which is emphasised across the Trust, placing the service user at the centre of planning and decision making., • Fulfil Responsibilities as a Psychiatrist approved under Section 12 of the Mental Health Act 1983, where relevant, • The service has KPI targets and a requirement to meet them. The post holder will work with the operational lead to ensure the targets are met., • Provide support and training to other health care professionals and support service users through the care pathway as required whilst working with other teams in the hospital and the community setting., • Lead on the delivery of high quality care in all settings and be mindful of quality targets set by the Trust and those set nationally., • Develop the service with a view to achieving QN-CRHTT accreditation at the earliest opportunity., • Work closely with senior clinical and managerial staff to ensure bed occupancy in Luton and Bedfordshire remains at optimal levels, • Liaise with the linked inpatient adult mental health services, primary care mental health, general practitioners and community mental health teams when indicated. Work closely with colleagues from other specialist teams including the psychiatric liaison service, substance misuse services, court liaison and diversion teams to ensure that CRHT provide a collaborative approach to the care of patients who are jointly under the care of these services. Develop appropriate referral pathways with these services to ensure collaborative working between different teams working ensuring good continuity of care for service users., • Develop an expertise and knowledge of local services for people with mental health problems and refer to facilities available to specialist mental health services, including psychotherapy and psychology services based in secondary care., • Provide appropriate clinical supervision and training for junior medical staff and lead the multidisciplinary team., • Take part in mandatory Trust audit programmes and also develop local relevant audit cycles to improve the function of the team., • Actively participate in the Trust’s clinical and strategic development., • Engage in annual appraisal and job plan review with the Clinical Director., • Participate in Quality Improvement work and provide leadership to embed Quality Improvement into core business., • Get involved in local educational programmes for medical staff and the crisis team., • Get involved in teaching fifth year medical students from University of Cambridge attached to the team, • You will be encouraged and supported to complete the training to become a named clinical supervisor to trainees attached to the team, • Fully registered with GMC, • On GMC specialist register, • Member or Fellow of RCPsych, • Approval under Section 12(2) of Mental Health Act 1983, • Higher degree e.g. MD or PhD, • Experience of clinical work in Acute Adult Psychiatry at SpR, SASG or consultant level within the last 3 years, • Excellent working knowledge and experience of the application of the Mental Health Act, • Appreciation and understanding of ethnic minority issues and a commitment to developing culturally sensitive practices, • Robust experience of working with severe and enduring mental illness and risk assessment, management, • Experience of service development and introducing new services in mental health, • Leadership skills, • Ability to work as a part of multidisciplinary, multi-model team, • Ability to manage complex workloads and support others to do that, • Consultation skills to services, teams and individuals, • Commitment to working with service users on service development, • Formal leadership and management training, • Experience of team /service leadership, • Ability to work in multi-disciplinary team and provide leadership for the team, • expertise in risk formulation, • experience in supervision of others, • Experience in teaching junior staff, • Good teaching and communication skills, • Experience of teaching medical undergraduates and postgraduates, • Experience of teaching non-medical mental health professionals, • Medical education qualification Quality Improvement is a key part of our work to improve our services and refine how we do things. We have a global reputation for our quality improvement work and we don't stand still! So we offer a fantastic opportunity for our staff to learn, lead and contribute towards improving our services. We launched our Five Year Strategy in April 2018, #J-18808-Ljbffr

Continuous Improvement Engineer - Part 145 Pitstone, Bucks Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future. Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. It is a key player in the equipment electrification & in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. Mastering the on-board energy system, the company designs and provides modular, innovative and optimised architectures and solutions. Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you, both in and out of work, including: Competitive salary Excellent Pension and bonus scheme 33 Days Holiday (including bank holidays) Dental and BUPA cover Midday finish on Fridays Enhanced family friendly policies Wellbeing programme Employee assistance programme including health and finance Onsite subsidised canteen Your Role: As a Continuous Improvement Engineer, you will lead and drive strategic continuous improvement initiatives across our aerospace Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) operations. Acting as a senior technical expert within Manufacturing Engineering, you will be responsible for improving turnaround time (TAT), yield, on-time delivery, cost performance, and operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with regulatory and customer requirements. You will work collaboratively with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain and Engineering teams to implement innovative technologies, optimise manufacturing and repair processes, introduce best-practice methodologies, and embed a culture of continuous improvement across the site. Key responsibilities: Act as senior technical authority for MRO processes, complex findings, and escalated repair/test issues across multiple product families Lead continuous improvement across MRO processes and procedures, focusing on productivity, quality and cost reduction Approve and govern repair process documentation, special processes and test methods; own method standardisation across shops Lead repair development and alternative repair introduction with Engineering (incl. customer approval as required) Define shop capability & technology roadmaps (advanced NDT, digital inspection, test automation, data analytics) Drive site wide maturity in defect classification, root cause eradication, and yield recovery; mentor engineers/technicians Own TAT/yield strategy, WIP control and constraint removal across value streams; set repair routing standards What you'll bring: Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, industrial engineering or related engineering discipline Demonstrable experience in manufacturing engineering or continuous improvement within a complex engineering environment Strong working knowledge of Part 145 Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels Desirable: Experience within Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) operations Experience deploying APQP standards and quality tools We know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert. We encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process that may better facilitate your participation. We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success. TPBN1_UKTJ

Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. It is a key player in the equipment electrification & in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. Mastering the on-board energy system, the company designs and provides modular, innovative and optimised architectures and solutions. Safran - Here, We Craft Excellence Together At Safran, excellence is a journey, and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Quality Systems Manager to lead and continuously improve our Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with customer, aerospace, military, and regulatory requirements. This is a highly influential role responsible for maintaining key certifications and approvals, managing audit programmes, driving process improvements, and acting as the primary interface with regulatory and certification authorities. You will play a critical part in ensuring our business maintains the highest standards of quality, safety, airworthiness, and compliance while supporting operational excellence across the organisation. Key Responsibilities - Manage and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS). - Maintain regulatory approvals and certifications across design, manufacturing, repair, and support activities. - Lead internal and external audit programmes and ensure effective closure of findings. - Act as the primary point of contact for customers, certification bodies, and regulatory authorities. - Manage EASA Form 1 approvals, training, and associated systems. - Oversee audits of third-party repair organisations and suppliers. - Develop and deploy quality auditors across the business. - Ensure quality procedures, manuals, and documentation remain compliant and effective. - Provide QA MRB approvals for concessions and permits. - Drive business-wide quality improvement initiatives and compliance activities. - Train, assess, and approve personnel operating within regulated quality processes. Get involved: We also have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs. Essential Requirements - Aerospace industry experience within Quality, Compliance, Airworthiness, or Engineering. - Strong knowledge of AS9100, AS9102, EASA Part 21G, Part 21J, Part 145, and associated regulatory requirements. - Lead Auditor qualification and audit management experience. - Experience managing Quality Management Systems and regulatory approvals. - Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills. - Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills. - Ability to drive change and continuous improvement across a complex organisation. - Willingness to travel to Safran and third-party locations as required. We know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert. We encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process that may better facilitate your participation. We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success. TPBN1_UKTJ

The Senior Manager, Operational Excellence (PPI) is a key member of the UK Clinical Trials Business Site Leadership Team (SLT), responsible for driving operational excellence, productivity, organisational effectiveness, and business transformation across the site. The role combines Operational Excel

Regional Operational Excellence Specialist, you'll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history. Regional Operational Excellence Specialist, you will help drive our goals by:. Leading and supporting operational excellence programmes that improve productivity, quality,

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As the Regional Operational Excellence Lead,. Regional Operational Excellence Lead, you will help drive our goals by:. Operational Excellence roadmap aligned to business strategy.

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This job is with WTW, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community.Please do not contact the recruiter directly.Join FINMAR’s Ipswich-based technical management team and help develop the data, reporting and analytical capabilities

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Senior Support Worker Salary: £13.Location: Gloucester We are currently recruiting for Support Workers to join our team in and around Gloucester.We support individuals with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, mental health, and challenging behaviours in residential, supported living and