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Here at Travis Perkins we work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with a culture that takes pride in what we do. We work as one team, achieving our goals by listening and supporting each other. Our team is brimming with some of the most creative and savvy minds in the industry, and we remain at the forefront of our markets thanks to our in-house product knowledge and brand marketing experience.\n \n \nWe have huge ambitions and to keep achieving our goals we’re on the lookout for an experienced, commercially minded and target driven Area Sales Representative who is equally passionate about our customers and the service we provide. This calls for a solid business development plan and a flair for negotiation. With both – and your natural drive for success – you’ll help make a £5 billion business even bigger.\n \n \nWhat will I be doing?\n \n \nYou will be responsible for the development of profitable sales from both new and existing customers within your region. You will be self driven to maximise the sales and profits from those customers, by delivering sales against target through liaison with key stakeholders.\n \n \nThis is a great autonomous opportunity, where you will support the Regional Sales Manager by maintaining contact with National Account branches within the local sales area.\n \n \nWhat experience do you need?\n \n \nWe are after someone who’s enthusiastic, resilient and resourceful, with a sharp eye for identifying new sales opportunities and a passion for excellence. Being well-organised and planned goes without saying, as you will be responsible for meeting our valued customer expectations.\n \n \nThe successful candidate will ideally have:\n \n \n* Proven ability of working within a territory/field based sales role.\n \n* Built strong relationships with multiple customer and internal stakeholders\n \n* Proven experience in identifying new sale opportunities and the ability to create solutions for customers, to deliver long term profitable sales growth for both parties\n \n \nBeing an Area Sales Representative in TP gives you a fantastic opportunity to excel and to continue to develop. How will you know you are doing a great job and developing your career? Simple. We will support you with a development plan that embraces our values - we call them Cornerstones. These are Working For Our Customers, Upholding Family Values, Being The Best, Keeping People Safe, Making Decent Returns\n \n \nYou’ll also receive £Competitive pay + Benefits (which includes a half yearly colleague bonus, company car, contributory pension, private healthcare, life assurance, sharesave scheme, group wide colleague discounts across the Travis Perkins Group (including Wickes and Toolstation). Plus we have a number of online discounts at leading retailers from airport parking to theme parks to eating out and cinemas. Our working hours also offer a great work life balance - most of our customers choose to enjoy their weekends and bank holidays which means you can too!\n \n \nYou may not know much about Travis Perkins, but if you look a bit closer you might be surprised, despite our size, we have the values of a family run business and the mindset and ambition of a forward thinking Company. We pride ourselves on being a great place to work that's why we have been voted one of the UK’s Top Employers every year since 2010. We offer our employees access to extensive career opportunities across our 20+ leading businesses. We operate out of more than 2,000 outlets nationwide and have over 28,000 colleagues.

Branch Operations Manager- Edinburgh\n \n \nWho we are\n \n \nWe’re CCF, part of the Travis Perkins Group, and we’re all about building better interiors! With over 35 branches across the UK, we supply the materials that keep homes and buildings dry, warm, cool, and secure. From insulation to ceilings, we’ve got builders and contractors covered with the right products at the right price, every time. Our expert team is always ready to offer top-notch advice, from technical guidance to sustainability solutions. At CCF, we’re passionate about delivering exactly what our customers need—when they need it!\n \n \nWhat you’ll be doing\n \n \nAs the Branch Operations Manger, you’ll be the heartbeat of the branch, making sure everything runs smoothly and efficiently. You’ll hit those operational targets by sharing top tips, spotting areas to improve, and creating a high-energy, high-performance culture. You’ll lead a team of 1-10 directly, with a ripple effect that influences 20+ others, all while keeping things running like clockwork and inspiring everyone to do their best. Ready to make an impact?\n \n \nWhat’s in it for You?\n \n \nYou’ll be at the heart of the construction industry, providing top-quality materials for creating better, more sustainable buildings. You'll be part of a dynamic, expert team with over 35 branches across the UK, helping builders and contractors get the job done right, on time, and within budget. With a strong focus on customer care, sustainability, and technical expertise, joining CCF means you’ll be in the business of making a real impact. Plus, you’ll have plenty of opportunities for career growth and development in a supportive and rewarding environment.We offer:\n \n \n*\n \n \nAttractive annual salary\n \n \n*\n \n \nPerformance-based bonus that rewards your hard work\n \n \n*\n \n \nSave-as-you-earn & Buy-as-you-earn schemes for smart financial growth\n \n \n*\n \n \nGenerous contributory pension scheme to secure your future\n \n \n*\n \n \nExclusive colleague discounts across a variety of Group businesses, including 20% off at Toolstation\n \n \n*\n \n \nWellbeing support to keep you feeling your best\n \n \n*\n \n \nMyPerks discounts at top retailers, restaurants, and more!\n \n \nWorking hours: Monday to Friday, 7am - 5pm, NO WEEKENDS!\n \n \nWhat you’ll be responsible for\n \n \n*\n \n \nLeading the Charge for Best Practice & Change: Championing best practices, driving change, and supporting branch colleagues to achieve outstanding results while maintaining a fun, high-performance atmosphere.\n \n \n*\n \n \nCustomer Focused: Collaborating closely with the Branch Manager and Sales team to provide top-tier service and ensure the customer experience is second to none.\n \n \n*\n \n \nDelivering Results: Helping the branch hit financial and operational targets by sharing best practices, identifying improvement opportunities, developing capabilities, and leading the charge on performance.\n \n \n*\n \n \nSafety First: Ensuring the branch stays safe and compliant, supporting the Branch Manager with safety meetings, delivering the safety message, and coaching colleagues on the right procedures.\n \n \n*\n \n \nFleet & MHE Compliance: Overseeing fleet and machinery compliance, making sure all company vehicles pass pre-departure checks and that paperwork is spot on and up to date.\n \n \n*\n \n \nMaximising Fleet Efficiency: Monitoring fleet KPIs across branches, working with the team to maximise efficiency, and sharing best practices to keep things running smoothly.\n \n \n*\n \n \nBusiness Improvement Plans: Partnering with the Branch Manager, Sales, and Warehouse teams to improve performance, streamline processes, and manage stock control and audits.\n \n \n*\n \n \nStock Control & Range Reviews: Working with Branch Managers on stock ordering, optimising stock levels, reducing dead stock, and managing new range rollouts and core product requirements.\n \n \n*\n \n \nSmooth Transitions: Supporting the branch in transitioning to new safety principles, ensuring full engagement and a smooth changeover.\n \n \n*\n \n \nCovering Holidays & Absences: Stepping in flexibly to cover for Transport Managers across the cluster branches when needed.\n \n \nWho you are\n \n \n*\n \n \nA Natural Leader: You’ve got experience managing teams and know how to inspire and motivate people to reach their full potential.\n \n \n*\n \n \nCustomer-Centric: You’re passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and know how to ensure the customer experience is always top-notch.\n \n \n*\n \n \nSafety-Focused: You take safety seriously and have experience implementing safety protocols and ensuring compliance across the team.\n \n \n*\n \n \nResults-Driven: You thrive in a fast-paced environment and know how to hit targets while keeping things efficient and running smoothly.\n \n \n*\n \n \nOrganised & Proactive: You’re a strong planner and are always one step ahead, able to juggle multiple tasks and priorities with ease.\n \n \n*\n \n \nExperienced in Operations: You’ve got solid experience in managing operational processes, including fleet and stock control, and driving business improvement.\n \n \n*\n \n \nTeam Player & Coach: You enjoy working with a team, coaching them to success, and ensuring everyone is engaged and achieving their best.\n \n \n*\n \n \nFlexible & Resilient: You’re adaptable and able to step in wherever needed to support the team and keep things on track, even when challenges arise.\n \n \nHow to Apply\n \n \nReady to take the next step in your career? Apply now and join a company that truly values its people. We can’t wait to hear from you!\n \n \nWe’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a diverse team. No matter your background, we believe in giving everyone the opportunity to succeed.\n \n

Job Purpose: As a Sales Advisor, you will work with your Management team to implement the ultimate Omnichannel shopping experience for our customers, ensuring they are given the highest level of service by living our Service Promise. You will be part of a team that has fun, supports each other and delivers results. You will do this by living and breathing our brand values in everything you do: Customer Obsessed, Play To Win, We Are One and It Starts With Me. You will inspire our customers to look good and express themselves with the latest fashion wherever and whenever they want. You will achieve this by being an ambassador for the brand and demonstrating our Customer Obsessed value. • You'll help inspire our customers to look and feel good by delivering our service techniques, • You are able to create a fantastic customer experience and you let your personality and individual style shine through in everything you do, • We're Omnichannel, which means we don't just sell products in store, but online as well, through our App and website so if a customer can't find what they are looking for in store, you will help them find it online. In doing so, you will make it easy for them, so they feel like they are shopping with one brand, • You're passionate about understanding who our local customers are and embrace this to not only drive sales but also connect to our customers and the local community including our charity partners, • We want all our stores to look great and be easy to shop. You'll support in delivering great standards in store, and helping create a visually exciting experience that inspires our customers to walk in and shop with us, • You will help to create an environment that embraces everyone, valuing different people and different opinions and encouraging everyone to have fun and have a voice, • We want our team to grow and develop themselves. To do this, you will take a proactive approach to your own journey of self-development stretching yourself to realise and fulfil your own potential, • You'll be able to work collaboratively to deliver our Retail Strategy, • You recognise your own contribution makes a difference towards performance and Objective Key Results (KPIs), • Keep up to date with everything New Look has to offer so you can recommend our products and services in a genuine and authentic way, driving store performance and brand awareness, • You will be aware of store targets and show a determination to exceed these, • You will ensure the store environment is safe for our customers and team members by understanding your responsibility to follow all Health and Safety procedures, • You'll help protect our profit by understanding the areas the store needs to focus on to maximise sales, reduce loss and control our costs, • You will fulfil your responsibility to remain compliant with all Mandatory Training Modules, • You're confident with people and passionate about talking to our customers. You communicate well and deliver a great customer experience that showcases your personality every time, • You understand who the core customer is that shops within your local market, • You're passionate about fashion and clothes, and you stay up to date with the latest trends, • Retail is fast paced and forever evolving you embrace this change and demonstrate resilience, supporting your team members to do the same, • You understand what it is to be a part of a team and work together, demonstrating the values and behaviours that make you a great team player, • You'll have a keen eye for detail in maintaining great store standards, • Previous experience in retail is desirable but not essential, • Store Manager, • Deputy/Sales Manager, • Supervisor, • Wider Store team, • Local New Look store, • The Your Voice Representative role is incredibly important in store, as you'll help give your team members the confidence to voice their own ideas and opinions about virtually anything that impacts how the team feel and about how we can help in continuing to make New Look a great place to work, • As well as being a representative in store, you'll support the communication and delivery of key engagement initiatives and messages in store., • You'll also be an ambassador for your store at quarterly Territory Your Voice meetings, and possibly even at bi-annual divisional Your Voice meetings too. This means rolling up the big deals in terms of key themes/ideas from either your store/Territory and sharing back within this forum, • You'll have the confidence to challenge store management to influence change based on the feedback of your team, • You'll have close relationships with your team and will role model the company values, showcasing a great example to customers and your team, • As a Key Holder, (subject to completing mandatory training) you will, in exceptional circumstances and with Territory Leader approval, be a key holder to support the opening and set up of the store in the absence of a member of management, • In some circumstances you will be a keyholder to, • access the store prior to trade to complete delivery or other tasks that need to be carried out before opening and before other members of management., • In both circumstances, you'll ensure all our H&S and security procedures are adhered to, and you'll be responsible for the team, service levels and stock in the absence of a member of management., • You'll work with pride to deliver exceptional standards on your department and maintain overall operational excellence to benefit the customer journey, help drive store performance and support your own self development, • Your passion and confidence shines through as you share and shape the performance of your department utilising data and reporting, • You're the go-to expert for that department in your store and will be able to confidently recommend products to our customers to further enhance performance, • You'll support delivery of the brand VM and POS guidelines through great product handling and retail standards, showcasing your visual flair, • You'll execute window and mannequin styling to a high standard and in line with guidance. You will regularly support floor moves in line with trade activity i.e. sale or promo launch, • You'll keep up to date with current trends, what our competition are featuring and take an interest in what influencers are promoting #J-18808-Ljbffr

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a SHE Lead to join the Edwarsd team at Product Company Eastbourne. As a SHE Lead, your mission is to ensure employees, contractors and visitors at the Eastbourne Product Company can undertake their activities safely and with minimal impact on the environment. Through effective leadership of the SHE team, provide expert guidance, coaching and support to managers and employees, fostering a positive Safety, Health and Environmental culture and ensuring compliance with legislative, regulatory and business requirements.. You will report to the SHEQ Manager. You will • Lead and promote a positive Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) culture through visible leadership, engagement and coaching., • Influence, support and challenge managers to ensure SHE responsibilities are understood, owned and effectively managed., • Lead, develop and manage the SHE team, including recruitment, onboarding, resource planning, performance management, development, engagement and wellbeing to maintain a high-performing function., • Act as the site SHE subject matter expert, providing professional guidance and driving proactive safety management through leading indicators, behavioural observations and employee engagement., • Ensure SHE training and competency requirements are identified, maintained and monitored., • Implement and maintain SHE policies, procedures and management systems in line with legal, corporate and business requirements., • Ensure risk, COSHH and environmental assessments, together with safe systems of work, are implemented, reviewed and remain effective., • Support workplace assessments, specialist equipment provision and operational, organisational, engineering and process changes, ensuring SHE risks are identified, assessed and controlled in partnership with managers, HR and other functions., • Monitor legal and environmental compliance requirements, maintaining effective controls and alignment with legislation and best practice., • Lead audits, inspections, incident investigations and corrective action processes, ensuring robust root cause analysis and continuous improvement., • Maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems, including the Significant Environmental Impact Register, and support internal, certification and external audits. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role. You have a minimum of 5 years' of experience, working as a SHE professional within a manufacturing environment • Strong knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation and compliance requirements., • Practical experience of the application of ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 standards., • Experience of risk assessment, COSHH management and implementation of safe systems of work., • Proven ability to influence, coach and challenge stakeholders at all levels to improve SHE performance and accountability., • Experience of leading, coaching and developing individuals and teams., • Experience of conducting SHE audits, incident investigations and root cause analysis., • Ability to develop and improve processes, prepare procedures and deliver effective training., • Strong communication, stakeholder management and presentation skills., • Ability to make sound risk-based decisions within a manufacturing environment., • Good systems aptitude with strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, and experience of using electronic management systems for reporting, compliance and record management, • Culture of trust and accountability, • Lifelong learning and career growth, • Innovation powered by people, • Comprehensive compensation and benefits, • Health and well-being On-Site This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Eastbourne, United Kingdom (GB). You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration. The SHE Lead is responsible for supporting and coordinating all aspects of Safety, Health and Environmental management across the Eastbourne Product Company. The role supports the delivery of the wider SHE strategy through the implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of SHE policies, procedures and management systems. The role supports a complex manufacturing environment comprising approximately 250 permanent employees and up to 350 employees including temporary labour. Operations are undertaken across multiple shift patterns, including weekend working, within a diverse site environment that includes manufacturing areas, laboratories, offices, shipping and logistics functions, together with associated off-site goods-in and parking facilities. The role works closely with managers across the business, providing guidance, coaching and support to ensure SHE responsibilities are understood and effectively carried out. Whilst managers remain accountable for safety within their own areas, the SHE Lead plays an important role in monitoring compliance, promoting best practice and supporting continuous improvement in SHE performance and culture. The position includes line management responsibility for up to two SHE team members and requires the ability to balance people leadership, technical SHE expertise and effective stakeholder engagement. Success in the role depends on building positive working relationships, influencing safe behaviours and supporting managers to deliver SHE responsibilities effectively. The role works closely with Production, Engineering, HR, Facilities, Supply Chain and other support functions, as well as Divisional SHE colleagues and peers across other Product Companies, to ensure consistent application of SHE standards and the sharing of best practice. The role is part of the wider site leadership community and works closely with the Site Leadership Team, providing SHE guidance, support and challenge as required, whilst not being a formal member of the Site Leadership Team. The role is based in Eastbourne, East Sussex, UK and is a full-time office-based position. Some travel within the UK and Europe may be required, with occasional international travel. Behind every innovative solution, there are people working together to transform the future. With careers sparked by initiative and lifelong learning, we are uniting curious minds, and you could be one of them. Information at a Glance Edwards is a leader in the vacuum and abatement markets. The brand’s products are essential for industries such as semiconductor, power generation, chemical and food processing. Edwards believes in working with customers to set new standards and creating environments where innovation thrives. This trailblazer prides itself on making a difference in areas that are intrinsic to people’s everyday lives – from the medical care they receive to the coffee they drink. Wherever there is vacuum, Edwards can also be found, leading the way. Edwards is a brand within Atlas Copco Group. Visit the Edwards website Posting End Date: Legal Entity: Edwards Ltd #J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: HSL Chairs, Eastbourne (this is for our brand new showroom in Hampden Park Retail Park!) Salary: £37,169.60 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week At HSL, we’re passionate about helping people feel good – from our customers to our colleagues. As a Showroom Manager, you’ll play a key role in bringing this to life, delivering outstanding experiences for our customers while coaching and inspiring your team to be their very best. Our feel-good benefits: • Health cash plan - cashback on dental, optical and more, • Discounted shopping & gym memberships with Westfield Rewards, • Brilliant colleague discount (friends and family too!), • 30 days' holiday (pro rata), rising to 33 with long service, • Contributory pension and death-in-service cover, • Discretionary bonus, • Free onsite parking (at most locations), • Lovely surprise & delight events throughout the year A day in the life of an HSL Showroom Manager As the leader of your showroom and home visit service (where applicable), you’ll be responsible for creating a warm, professional and supportive environment for both your team and your customers. You’ll take ownership of the showroom’s commercial performance, leading by example and always looking for ways to improve. A few things you’ll need: • Commercial awareness to deliver showroom targets and KPIs, including average order value and customer conversion rate., • The ability to manage payments and handlecash in line with company procedures., • An awareness of local market conditions and competitor activity., • The ability to coach your team in delivering exceptional service standards, product knowledge, upselling and cross-selling to maximise every sales opportunity., • Pride in your working environment ensuring your showroom, team and any associated delivery vans reflect the standards of a premium brand., • The ability to recruit the right people who represent HSL’s values and provide a high-quality induction and ongoing development., • The ability to conduct regular performance reviews, giving feedback and recognising achievements., • A passion for people by ensuring a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for all colleagues, customers, and visitors. The kind of person we love working with: • Can lead and inspire a team of Comfort Specialists to deliver exceptional service with heart., • Is the go-to contact for your Area Manager, sharing insights, updates, and feedback from your team., • Creates a supportive team culture where individuals feel empowered to grow and succeed., • Delivers meaningful training, coaching and mentoring that unlocks potential and helps people thrive., • Takes pride in your own learning and development, keeping up to date with new products, tools and training opportunities., • Has a real passion for delivering world-class customer service., • Is a natural leader who can coach, guide, and motivate others to succeed., • Has commercial awareness and the ability to spot sales opportunities and grow performance., • Has strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to adapt your style to different people., • Is a passionate believer that customer satisfaction is at the heart of a successful organisation. All customer facing roles in HSL require the completion of a satisfactory DBS check. Training and development? We've got you. You’ll be supported with in-depth training through our HSL Academy at Comfort House in West Yorkshire, with hands‑on learning and expert guidance from our independent Occupational Therapist, Julie Jennings. We're proud to help our people grow. A little more about us: At HSL, we don’t just sell furniture – we create feel good moments. Each piece is handcrafted to support comfort and wellbeing, tailored to fit the individual. Our commitment to world‑class service has earned us an incredible 4.9/5 rating on Trustpilot, and we’ve been proudly recognised as a 2 Star Outstanding company by Best Companies in 2024. At HSL, we’re building something truly special – a community where you are valued for your contributions, inspired to make a difference and empowered to do the right thing. We recognise and celebrate what makes people unique. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Embedded Software Manager Location : Eastbourne + Hybrid Working from Home Salary : Up to £80,000 + 15% Bonus The Role KO2's client is seeking an experienced Software Manager to take ownership of the software engineering function within a business developing control and drive technology solutions. You will lead the design, development and integration of primarily embedded software, shaping the engineering delivery strategy and setting the standard for technical excellence across the team. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this is a genuine leadership opportunity: as part of standing up the role, you'll scope and size the function itself, with between 5 and 15 engineers expected to report to you as it matures. This is a role for someone who can operate at both a strategic and technical level - comfortable setting engineering direction and capability frameworks, while remaining close enough to the detail to act as the software authority when it matters. Main Responsibilities Oversee the design and development of embedded software and HMIs for vacuum equipment, driving innovation and efficiency in scientific and semiconductor applications Guide and manage the overall capability of the software engineering function, ensuring alignment with industry standards and company objectives Define engineering strategies, ensuring robust hardware/software integration to optimise performance and reliability Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project management, hardware engineering, test engineering and manufacturing to ensure seamless project execution Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations, safety standards and emerging technologies Drive continuous improvement, leveraging new methodologies to enhance engineering efficiency and product quality Act as the software engineering authority, providing expertise in architecture, coding (C++, C#, Java, Python etc.) and delivery methodologies including Agile, Spiral and V-model lifecycles Scope of the Role Direct communication with functional leads, the software team lead and the Engineering Manager, with the ability to engage senior group stakeholders and communicate externally with suppliers and customers A strategic remit: planning resource allocation, setting priorities with the project management team, establishing and maintaining capability frameworks, and ensuring training needs are planned and delivered Responsibility for building out the function, with 5 to 15 direct reports expected as the team is scoped and sized What You'll Need At least 5 years managing software and IT teams or complex projects, with a proven track record of delivering scalable, user-centric software solutions Experience coaching and developing engineering talent to foster growth and innovation within teams Strong capabilities in stakeholder engagement, process optimisation and leading organisational change initiatives A robust background in complex enterprise environments with broad exposure to diverse business functions and operational challenges A deep understanding of integrating business strategy with software delivery, ensuring projects align with long-term objectives Proficiency in vendor management, budgeting, resource planning and risk assessment Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to bridge technical and business teams and drive accountability and continuous improvement The Package Up to £80,000 basic salary 15% bonus Hybrid working available Apply If you're a technically credible software leader looking to build and shape a function from the ground up, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV for immediate consideration, or contact KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions in confidence - specialists in electronics and embedded engineering. TPBN1_UKTJ

Location: HSL Chairs, Eastbourne (this is for our brand new showroom in Hampden Park Retail Park!) Salary: £37,169.60 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week At HSL, we’re passionate about helping people feel good - from our customers to our colleagues. As a Showroom Manager, you’ll play a key role in bringing this to life, delivering outstanding experiences for our customers while coaching and inspiring your team to be their very best. • Health cash plan - cashback on dental, optical and more, • Discounted shopping & gym memberships with Westfield Rewards, • Brilliant colleague discount (friends and family too!), • 30 days' holiday (pro rata), rising to 33 with long service, • Contributory pension and death-in-service cover, • Discretionary bonus, • Free onsite parking (at most locations), • Lovely surprise & delight events throughout the yearAs the leader of your showroom and home visit service (where applicable), you’ll be responsible for creating a warm, professional and supportive environment for both your team and your customers. You’ll take ownership of the showroom’s commercial performance, leading by example and always looking for ways to improve., • Commercial awareness to deliver showroom targets and KPIs, including average order value and customer conversion rate., • The ability to manage payments and handle cash in line with company procedures., • An awareness of local market conditions and competitor activity., • The ability to coach your team in delivering exceptional service standards, product knowledge, upselling and cross-selling to maximise every sales opportunity., • Pride in your working environment ensuring your showroom, team and any associated delivery vans reflect the standards of a premium brand., • The ability to recruit the right people who represent HSL’s values and provide a high-quality induction and ongoing development., • The ability to conduct regular performance reviews, giving feedback and recognising achievements., • A passion for people by ensuring a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for all colleagues, customers, and visitors., • Can lead and inspire a team of Comfort Specialists to deliver exceptional service with heart., • Is the go-to contact for your Area Manager, sharing insights, updates, and feedback from your team., • Creates a supportive team culture where individuals feel empowered to grow and succeed., • Delivers meaningful training, coaching and mentoring that unlocks potential and helps people thrive., • Takes pride in your own learning and development, keeping up to date with new products, tools and training opportunities., • Has a real passion for delivering world-class customer service., • Is a natural leader who can coach, guide, and motivate others to succeed., • Has commercial awareness and the ability to spot sales opportunities and grow performance., • Has strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to adapt your style to different people., • Is a passionate believer that customer satisfaction is at the heart of a successful organisation.All customer facing roles in HSL require the completion of a satisfactory DBS check.You’ll be supported with in-depth training through our HSL Academy at Comfort House in West Yorkshire, with hands-on learning and expert guidance from our independent Occupational Therapist, Julie Jennings. We're proud to help our people grow.At HSL, we don’t just sell furniture - we create feel good moments. Each piece is handcrafted to support comfort and wellbeing, tailored to fit the individual. Our commitment to world-class service has earned us an incredible 4.9/5 rating on Trustpilot, and we’ve been proudly recognised as a 2 Star Outstanding company by Best Companies in 2024.At HSL, we’re building something truly special - a community where you are valued for your contributions, inspired to make a difference and empowered to do the right thing. We recognise and celebrate what makes people unique. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Eastbourne + Hybrid Working from Home Salary: Up to £80,000 + 15% Bonus KO2's client is seeking an experienced Software Manager to take ownership of the software engineering function within a business developing control and drive technology solutions. You will lead the design, development and integration of primarily embedded software, shaping the engineering delivery strategy and setting the standard for technical excellence across the team. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this is a genuine leadership opportunity: as part of standing up the role, you'll scope and size the function itself, with between 5 and 15 engineers expected to report to you as it matures. This is a role for someone who can operate at both a strategic and technical level — comfortable setting engineering direction and capability frameworks, while remaining close enough to the detail to act as the software authority when it matters. • Oversee the design and development of embedded software and HMIs for vacuum equipment, driving innovation and efficiency in scientific and semiconductor applications, • Guide and manage the overall capability of the software engineering function, ensuring alignment with industry standards and company objectives, • Define engineering strategies, ensuring robust hardware/software integration to optimise performance and reliability, • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project management, hardware engineering, test engineering and manufacturing to ensure seamless project execution, • Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations, safety standards and emerging technologies, • Drive continuous improvement, leveraging new methodologies to enhance engineering efficiency and product quality, • Act as the software engineering authority, providing expertise in architecture, coding (C++, C#, Java, Python etc.) and delivery methodologies including Agile, Spiral and V-model lifecycles, • Direct communication with functional leads, the software team lead and the Engineering Manager, with the ability to engage senior group stakeholders and communicate externally with suppliers and customers, • A strategic remit: planning resource allocation, setting priorities with the project management team, establishing and maintaining capability frameworks, and ensuring training needs are planned and delivered, • Responsibility for building out the function, with 5 to 15 direct reports expected as the team is scoped and sized, • At least 5 years managing software and IT teams or complex projects, with a proven track record of delivering scalable, user-centric software solutions, • Experience coaching and developing engineering talent to foster growth and innovation within teams, • Strong capabilities in stakeholder engagement, process optimisation and leading organisational change initiatives, • A robust background in complex enterprise environments with broad exposure to diverse business functions and operational challenges, • A deep understanding of integrating business strategy with software delivery, ensuring projects align with long-term objectives, • Proficiency in vendor management, budgeting, resource planning and risk assessment, • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to bridge technical and business teams and drive accountability and continuous improvement, • Up to £80,000 basic salary, • 15% bonus, • Hybrid working available #J-18808-Ljbffr

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Department: Store Management Location: Eastbourne Compensation: £26,445 FTE • FTC, • 16 HRS PER WEEK We are looking for an energetic and inspiring People & Service Team Leader to support our store operations and lead our team to success. As a People & Service Team Leader, you will constantly strive to improve the customer journey through creating an engaged and motivated team who deliver exceptional customer service. Supporting the People & Service Manager to develop the team and maintain visual and operational standards, and in turn driving conversion, sales and KPIs. For a more detailed overview of this role, check out the job description attached at the bottom of this advert. • Consistently deliver great service and role model this throughout the store team., • Create a diverse and inclusive environment where all your store team feel valued., • Create a wellbeing culture in store by being a direct line of communication for the store team., • Confidently duty manage in all areas of the store operation including product and operations., • Support the People & Service Manager to consistently delight customers through delivering the best customer journey across service, people, visual and operations., • Support the People & Service Manager to empower the team within store to deliver for the customer by always putting customer experience at the centre of decision making., • Have a good understanding of commercial tools and how to use to drive actions., • Take accountability to drive store KPIs, including sales, stock loss, payroll, conversion, voice of customer, RFID, and people KPIs., • Support the management of store operations, including compliance with health & safety standards., • Support the development of the store team to deliver a high performing, motivated and engaged store team who feel valued and recognised for their contribution., • You have previous experience in retail, preferably in a supervisor role., • You are passionate about fashion and stay updated on the latest trends., • You possess strong communication and interpersonal skills., • You can motivate and inspire a team to achieve their best., • You are proactive, adaptable, and thrive in a fast-paced environment., • And most importantly love our products as much as we do so we create the best possible customer journey!, • Fast-Paced Environment: This is a high-energy role where priorities can shift quickly based on sales performance, customer trends, and seasonal demands. You’ll need to be comfortable adapting to situations and juggling multiple tasks., • Reporting: Your ability to analyse customer feedback and sales data will be crucial in driving improvements to your store., • Managing People: Strong emotional intelligence is essential, as you’ll be managing a diverse team., • Hands-On Role: While this position is strategic, it also requires you to be hands-on with product movement, floor resets, and physical tasks like adjusting layouts, displays, and stock replenishment., • Weekend Work: As part of the retail environment, you'll need to work on weekends, public holidays, and during key seasonal periods. This is especially crucial during busy times like sales events, product launches, or store promotions., • Deadlines: Strong time management skills are important for balancing multiple responsibilities and meeting deadlines., • Leading a Team: Your ability to foster a positive team culture will be crucial in creating an enjoyable work environment. We’re a much-loved brand with an exciting future. Our Islanders are a diverse bunch of bright, talented people who love working together – and are proud of the work they do. Progression here can take you in all kinds of directions. This is what a career at River Island is like. And this is where yours starts. • 💰 Generous 50% staff discount & uniform allowance so you can treat yourself to our latest products!, • 🛒 Reducing Islanders everyday expenses through discounts, benefits, financial advice, wellbeing solutions and more through Reward Gateway!, • 🎉 Stores fitted with Kindness Cupboards to support Islanders with basic food & hygiene products if needed. We also work closely with the Retail Trust to create dedicated support for all our Islanders!, • 🤎 Every family is unique, we support Islanders with all different family setups enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption & fertility treatment. We also work closely with the Retail Trust to create dedicated support for all our Islanders!, • 💕 Give as you earn scheme, a ‘Giver Island’ day each year and receive matched funding., • 🎓 Progression focus throughout Retail & Head Office. Support with upskilling skills through on the job training and qualifications., • 💰 A generous bonus scheme & private pension plan., • 😎 28 days (UK) 30 days (ROI) paid holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays. Also the option to buy additional holiday for whatever the need! At River Island we are committed to the safeguarding of all of our employees regardless of age or job role. We will fulfil our obligation under the Prevent duty which seeks to stop extremism and extremist views from materialising in our business. We promote and encourage the belief in British Values- including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance of different faiths and beliefs. Our Island is made up of a diverse community, where we all belong and feel part of something bigger. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Our Supervisors have a special talent for amazing our Customers! Supervisor - Permanent - Full Time We firmly believe that jewellery retail is all about having great product knowledge. Where do the gems come from in that necklace? How does that watch keep such exact time? Every product we sell has many facets behind it - and our Store Supervisors are the people who bring that product knowledge to life! You'll be a role model of amazing customer service for other team members, achieving targets, maximising sales and giving customers the benefit of your product expertise. You'll also help store management, especially in coaching new team members and help them to settle in, develop their product knowledge and grow their amazing customer retail skills. As the face of H. Samuel, we want you to reflect our brand, culture and customers. You certainly won't find our Store team members suited and booted. Instead, we're proud of our team's unique personalities and to showcase this we have a fashion conscious, business casual dress code, which encourages our teams to celebrate their own tattoo's, piercings and style! Your Background You'll have retail or customer service experience, but what really sets you apart is your ability to sell. You'll have the communication skills, confidence and outgoing personality needed to build rapport with customers and showcase product features. You'll also be ambitious. Being a Store Supervisor is a stepping stone into your first management role - and with our coaching, training and support, you can develop quickly. What's next? When you submit your application, you will be invited to complete a short online assessment. If successful, you will be asked to complete a short video which gives you the opportunity to tell us a little more about you and why you would like to join us. Successful applicants will be contacted by the store manager inviting you to the final stage interviews. We recommend to regularly check your emails to ensure you don't miss any updates with your application. We offer a competitive salary and benefits, including sales incentives and a staff discount. The nature of our business also means you can sometimes work additional hours at times like peak trading periods, Bank Holidays and weekends. What is also really amazing about Signet are the career development opportunities. If you've got potential, we'll help you fulfil it. We've got the training and development programmes in place to really help you make the most of your talent! Signet is the name behind H. Samuel and Ernest Jones. Together, we have more than 270 stores in the UK and Republic of Ireland. But that's not all, we are part of the world's largest retailer of diamond jewellery with approximately 2,800 stores. Just imagine where your career could take you. Signet Jewelers (H. Samuel & Ernest Jones) is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are proud to have achieved Disability Confident Committed status (Level 1). All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. JBRP1_UKTJ

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager must have experience with PCBA and leading a manufacturing or production team. As Manufacturing Engineering Manager in East Sussex, you will have experience in a New Product Introduction (NPI) and New Product Development (NPD) role within electronics assembly, a