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Our client, a leading and highly respected craft bakery supplying premium foodservice, retail, and private label customers, is seeking a commercially aware and detail-focused Stock Control & Purchasing Manager to manage inbound ingredients and packaging procurement across their busy production site. This is a pivotal role sitting at the heart of operations, ensuring accurate stock control, supplier performance, and cost efficiency across the business.\n\nJob Role\n\nReporting to the Operations Director, the Stock Control & Purchasing Manager will be responsible for managing the full inbound stock portfolio, including ingredients and packaging materials. You will work closely with Production, Technical, Finance, and Warehousing teams to ensure optimal stock levels, pricing accuracy, and smooth month-end reporting processes.\n\nThis role requires strong organisational skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage supplier relationships while maintaining tight control over systems, processes, and compliance.\n\nResponsibilities\n\n * · Manage purchasing of all ingredients and packaging materials in line with production requirements.\n\n * · Conduct daily stock level checks and liaise with production and packing teams to ensure continuity of supply.\n\n * · Maintain accurate stock records within the inventory management system.\n\n * · Manage purchase orders, goods receipt, and invoice matching processes.\n\n * · Check delivery notes against purchase orders and supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy in description, pricing, and quantities.\n\n * · Manage and maintain stock pricing within the IT system.\n\n * · Develop and manage supplier relationships, sourcing new suppliers where appropriate.\n\n * · Work closely with Production and Technical teams to balance cost, quality, and compliance requirements.\n\n * · Lead and coordinate the monthly stock take process.\n\n * · Support month-end reporting and financial reconciliation in collaboration with Finance.\n\n * · Contribute to process improvements, including stock management and traceability systems.\n\n * · Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, and company policies at all times.\n\n * · Undertake additional responsibilities as required to support wider operational needs.\n\nPersonal Profile\n\n * · Previous experience in purchasing, stock control, or inventory management.\n\n * · Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and inventory management systems / MRP software.\n\n * · Good numeracy and literacy skills with strong attention to detail.\n\n * · Organised and methodical with the ability to manage multiple priorities.\n\n * · Strong relationship-building skills and ability to work cross-functionally.\n\n * · Commercially aware with a proactive and solutions-driven mindset.\n\n * · High level of integrity with respect for company policies and confidentiality.\n\n * · Flexible, resourceful, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced production environment

Our client, a leading and highly respected craft bakery supplying premium foodservice, retail, and private label customers, is seeking an experienced and hands-on Assistant Production Manager to support the leadership of their Bread production department. This is a pivotal role within a fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment, offering the opportunity to combine artisan expertise with operational excellence at scale.\n\nJob Role\n\nReporting to the Head Baker, the Assistant Production Manager will act as the number two within the Bread production function, supporting day-to-day operations, team leadership, and new product development. You will play a key role in balancing traditional artisan bread-making techniques with efficient, high-volume production, ensuring consistent quality, productivity, and cost control.\n\nWorking closely with Sales, Technical, and Operations teams, you will help drive production planning, continuous improvement, and a structured Sales & Operations cycle, while embedding best practice across the department.\n\nResponsibilities\n\n * · Support the leadership and development of a large Bread production team within a 24/7 operation.\n\n * · Drive operational excellence, productivity improvements, and tight cost control across the department.\n\n * · Coach, develop, and motivate team members, embedding clear operational protocols and standards.\n\n * · Manage shift planning, rota scheduling, and workforce organisation.\n\n * · Lead and support new product development across foodservice, branded retail, and private label channels.\n\n * · Work collaboratively with Sales, Technical, and senior leadership on structured production planning cycles.\n\n * · Maintain rigorous food safety, traceability, and quality standards in line with company policy.\n\n * · Monitor productivity metrics and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.\n\n * · Contribute to departmental budget planning, headcount management, and performance monitoring.\n\n * · Represent the business where required with key customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.\n\n * · Ensure adherence to health and safety standards and company procedures at all times.\n\n * · Support wider business initiatives and undertake additional responsibilities as required.\n\nPersonal Profile\n\n * · Proven experience within artisan or craft wholesale bakery production.\n\n * · Strong track record of leadership within a food manufacturing environment.\n\n * · Demonstrable experience delivering productivity gains and managing cost controls.\n\n * · Experience of structured operational processes and high standards of food safety and traceability.\n\n * · Hands-on leadership style with the ability to lead from the front in a busy production setting.\n\n * · Strong coaching and team development capability.\n\n * · Experience of gluten-free production would be advantageous.\n\n * · Organised, resilient, and energetic with a strong work ethic.\n\n * · Comfortable working cross-functionally with Sales, Technical, and senior stakeholders.\n\n * · High integrity with strict adherence to health & safety and company procedures.\n\nHours\n\n6 Days Per Week (24/7 Operation) – Ideal start time 10am, but will require flexibility

Position: Account Manager (Direct Mail) Location: London Salary: Up to £45k The Company: Print & Direct Mail company Role: • To support the achievement of the business’s goals by adhering to all policies and procedures applicable to your job role and area of responsibility. • To be entirely responsible for the service delivery of key client accounts (direct mail, print and digital services). • To be responsible for a high level of client communication, that issues are managed and resolved professionally, that clear audit trails for jobs are available, when requested, and have a proactive approach to ensure invoicing is carried out on a timely basis, ensuring all additional costs are captured, communicated in a timely manner and charged on invoices to clients. • Ensure that all key clients are kept up to date with any changes that may affect their day-to-day dealings with the company. • A working knowledge of the range of services provided by the Group. • Manage key strategic clients assigned ensuring that the company is presented as a professional, value added solutions provider to all clients. • Understand and comply with company policies and procedures. • Undertake support tasks as required (e.g. managing issues, invoicing, etc.). • Ensure that all documentation is correctly completed on time and in a presentable manner. To ensure that all documentation meets compliance requirements and that all jobs have an estimate, time and sequence plan, brief, clear work instructions & matrices, approvals, proof of delivery/postage and invoices available. • To ensure that all invoicing is completed within 48 hours of completion of a job. • To ensure that all additional costs are fully documented and invoiced. • Participate in team meetings for production status and pre-production meetings for new projects. • Administer jobs with effective cost management to ensure work is completed on time and within budget. • To ensure that clients are kept informed of the progress of their job daily. • To be fully aware of the client portfolio allocated and to track performance on each account to include full awareness of turnover and trends. • To be fully aware of job status at all times – to ensure a daily presence on the production floor to ascertain jobs are being processed in accordance with client requirements and sign offs. • To escalate and manage any issues internally through to client resolution and satisfaction. • To monitor overall client satisfaction through Customer Satisfaction Surveys and scheduled Service Review Meetings where appropriate. • To host Service Review Meetings and deliver key account management information, identify process and campaign improvements and present new opportunities when required. • To develop and add additional revenue to active accounts. Requirements: • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Effective listening skills • Good administration skills • Computer literate with a good understanding of Management Information Systems (e.g., Shuttleworth) and Microsoft applications. • Methodical with good attention to detail • Ability to accurately translate key strategic client requirements into production requirements • Excellent knowledge and practical understanding of; lithographic printing & finishing, digital & laser printing, managing data and data briefs, envelope production, mailing and postal services • Be able to generate innovative and effective solutions and added value to both meet and exceed client requirements • Able to cope with multiple projects at one time • Team player, able and willing to assist other members of their team and to contribute towards common team objectives • Flexible and able to cope under pressure • Understanding of commercial issues surrounding jobs and the need for invoicing jobs within 48 hours of completion of work. • Understanding of responsibilities in regard to compliance issues and safeguarding the company

Job Overview We have a fantastic opportunity for a Warehouse Operative to join our Paragon Customer Communications site in Dagenham. Working within the Warehouse Operations, supporting all aspects covered by the department.The site contains printing, mailing and warehousing capability for the production of outbound and inbound document services. As a Warehouse Operative, your main duties would include: Loading and unloading goods, moving stocks and items of mail packed on pallets or in crates around the storage facility, stacking goods in the correct storage bays, following stock control instructions, checking loads are secure, stacking empty pallets, performing daily equipment checks and performing other warehouse tasks like picking stock and moving it to the appropriate location on factory floor and dealing with stock returns. Forklift Licence Desired (VNA Driver desired) This is a permanent role and works on an annualised hour shift pattern. 42 Hour week - DAYS SHIFT PATTERN - 6am - 6pm (Weekend rotation required) 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on 3 days off, 3 days on Key Responsibilities * Adhere to all defined standards and processes with an SLA focus * Ensure any issues are escalated in timely manner and accurately to the Line Manager * Follow direction from the warehouse supervisor and perform any other duties as required * Ensure all stock is accurately handled according to task specifics, report any damaged or missing stock * General tidying and cleaning of the warehouse * Take appropriate responsibility for maintaining health & safety standards in the team Skills and Attributes we are looking for * Self-motivated, organised and customer focused with a willingness to learn * Effective communicator with a logical and resiliant approach * Team Player but able to work on own initiative * Committed and reliable with excellent timekeeping * Experience of working to tight deadlines within a fast paced envrionment * IT Literate & competent in the use of MS Excel * Ability to lift and manoeuvre items, such as boxes, of up to 22KG * Warehouse / Production experience required Various Employee Benefits included Please note that due to the high volume of responses we receive, only successful applicants will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or marital status

Ready to find the right role for you? Salary: Competitive plus Veolia benefits Grade: 5.1 Hours: 42.5 hours (average) per week 4 on x 4 off Days only Location: 16 Choats Road Dagenham Essex RM9 6LF When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. As a Lead Maintenance Engineer you'll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. What we can offer you; * 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays * Access to our company/people's pension scheme * Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers * Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to * 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household * One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community * Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential What you'll be doing; * Lead day-to-day and shutdown maintenance activities to maximise plant throughput and minimise downtime. * Coordinate workflow between two shifts, plan weekly maintenance, and allocate weekend shutdown tasks. * Supervise on-shift technicians, assigning labour across PPM, process issues, and breakdowns. * Plan, schedule, and organise all maintenance activities using SAP CMMS to optimise plant uptime and availability. * Carry out both planned and reactive maintenance on a wide range of mechanical, electrical, and process equipment. * Manage service contractors, including inductions, work permits, RAMS reviews, and compliance with safe working practices. * Oversee parts identification, ordering, and repairs to support continuous operations and reduce disruption. * Inspect equipment and work areas for hazards or defects, completing required documentation and reporting issues to the Maintenance Manager. What we're looking for; * The successful candidate will possess a City & Guilds or NVQ level 3 in mechanical and/or electrical maintenance or a recognised formal apprenticeship with an ONC/HNC or Btech in the relevant discipline. You will have experience in process manufacturing, production industry or food manufacturing facility. * The ideal candidate will have proven experience of working at a high level and fully conversant with material handling equipment, be experienced with conveyors, baling equipment, Low Voltage equipment, pumps, motors, plant auxiliaries, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical and optical separation, magnetic and Eddy current separation technology. Comprehensive practical experience in maintenance within a process industry preferably gained in a recycling environment, but not essential. * You will be enthusiastic and a competent problem solver with a practical approach to engineering problems, be able to demonstrate an analytical approach to investigation, allied with a practical ability to resolving engineering problems. Experience in low voltage power systems, control systems and Software (DCS/SCADA/HMI/PLC), CMMS / AMMS systems would be advantageous. What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team. What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive

Logistics and Warehouse Manager Our client is looking for a hands-on and adaptable Logistics and Warehouse Manager to join their amazing and supportive, family-run business. This is a varied and dynamic role that combines logistics and warehouse management with hands-on delivery driving. You'll be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our delivery service, from scheduling routes and managing drivers to personally delivering our products to customers. You will also be responsible for ensuring our product inventory is accurate, working with other departments to coordinate stock availability, streamline operations, and deliver an excellent customer experience. Key Responsibilities: * Planning: Plan and execute efficient delivery routes across London using scheduling software * Vehicle & Equipment Management: Maintain delivery fleet (currently 3 vans), including servicing and maintenance * Inventories and Systems: Fully utilise our stock management software whilst stock checking, customer information and scheduling. * Logistics Administration: Manage delivery records, track KPIs, and handle logistics administration tasks on Mondays. Ensure delivery costs are kept under control with weekly data input and monthly reports from the accounting department. * Ecom and Couriers: manage third party logistics including couriers used for driver cover, national couriers for online shop orders and pallet couriers. * Collaboration: Work closely with the Operations Director, Production team, and Sales team to ensure seamless coordination across departments. About You: * Experienced Driver: You possess a valid driver's licence with a clean driving record and are confident navigating London roads. * Relentless Problem Solver: You are highly detail-oriented and persistent when investigating stock variances, proactively tracking down root causes and seeing issues through until they are fully resolved. * Team Player: You are a collaborative team player who is willing to support colleagues and contribute to a positive working environment. * Schedule and ensure all deliveries are executed and completed on the system each day. * Keep vans mechanically and cosmetically in excellent order * Prepare stock for the drivers each morning using the forklift, ensure all manifests are collected and signed off by each driver each day Due to a very high number of applications we are unable to come back to every candidate with feedback. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Your CV will be registered with us and we will keep you updated with any other positions that may be of interest. However please keep checking our website as new roles will be updated daily, Nouvo Recruitment (London) Ltd wishes you the best of luck in your job search. Nouvo Recruitment (London) Ltd operate as an independent recruitment agency with over 20 years of experience supporting clients and candidates nationally across the UK

We are currently working with a UK Property Maintenance provider to recruit a Bid/Project Coordinator to work alongside the Bids & Business Development team and other stakeholders to provide coordination of business development and bidding activity The role will be remote/home based with very occasional travel to meetings (expenses fully paid), and therefore can be flexible for location Responsibilities include: • Coordinate production activities for pre-tender questionnaires including reading and understanding client bid documentation, deadlines and submission requirements and consolidate content from contributors into the required format and flag gaps to Bid Manager, • Responsible for coordinating all administrative aspects of a bid including organising meetings, agendas, production of minutes and subsequent reports, • Document management: Support the timely production, collation and distribution of accurate bid documentation, and ensure appropriate records are securely kept for reference purposes, • Produce and coordinate the bid plan, preparing reports as appropriate, • Coordinate all information from external and internal sources and collate as necessary, • Coordinate the development, review processes and production of bid submission/presentation documents and manage version control process, • Monitor bid teams, at team and board project meetings, ensuring action points are logged and acted upon and make recommendations to the Bid Manager of progress, highlighting problems in advance Requirements: • 2 years+ experience in an administration, project support/coordination or sales environment, • Attention to detail, • Commercially savvy, and meticulously organised, • Methodical and organised approach to work, ability to multi-task, • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, • Any further experience of bidding/business development is advantageous

Production Account Manager (Hybrid).

The Production Manager will manage resources, labour, and materials from the in-house manufacturing facility, working closely with project managers, engineers, warehouse, and site teams to ensure smooth operations and compliance with industry standards. They are seeking an M&E Production Manager

Production Account Manager (Hybrid).

Ensure warehouse operations run efficiently Plan staffing to meet demand Maintain quality control Coordinate loading/unloading of vehicles Report any loss or damage Carry out daily H&S checks.Recruit, train and support staff Maintain employee records in BrightHR.Conduct site inspections and prom

There's a clear opportunity here to establish yourself as a key part of the team and grow into the number two and eventual successor for the Factory Manager. You'll report directly into the Factory Manager, with no layers and no customer-facing element - this is a hands-on operational role. What mat

Key responsibilities Managing and coordinating daily large format print production Planning production schedules to ensure deadlines are consistently met Supervising and supporting print and finishing staff on the shop floor Monitoring quality control throughout the production process Liaising with

We are currently seeking an experienced Production Manager for FULL TIME PERM role based in Scunthorpe. Responsible for: Shift Managers, respective shifts and roles. Take ownership of the production department and all manufacturing operations.

They are seeking an M&E Production Manager to oversee production and delivery of MEP items, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and to the required qua.

With continued growth and investment in production capability, there has never been a better time to join as Senior Production Manager. An exceptional opportunity for an experienced Senior Production Manager to join a high-performing experiential agency renowned for delivering bold, large-scale outd

Are you an Operations Manager or similar coming from a background within the production/manufacturing/textiles industry or a related field, looking to take the next step in your career by joining a well-established, rapidly growing company leading company, recognised for being at the very forefront

Are you an experienced Production Manager looking to lead on an incredibly portfolio of luxury, high profile projects - this could be the role for you!. This London-based luxury event production company tat has been creating extraordinary events for private clients, global brands and businesses for

They are seeking an M&E Production Manager to oversee production and delivery of MEP items, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and to the required quality standards. The Production Manager will manage resources, labour, and materials from the in-house manufacturing facility, workin

This role is seeking an exceptional Senior Event Production Manager to lead the planning and delivery of multiple projects simultaneously. With a growing client base and a passionate team, there has never been a better time for a Senior Event Production Manager to come on board!. Depending on the ev

Were looking for an experienced Assistant Bakery Production Manager to join Ottolenghis Central Production Unit.

This position offers more than just an Assistant Production Manager role; it is an opportunity to build a career within the company, develop industry relationships, and grow professionally within a supportive environment earned us a reputation as a key partner for clients worldwide. As part of a dyn

Are you a driven Production Manager who thrives in fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environments? Ready to take full ownership of operations and make a tangible impact every single day?. We're partnering with a leading global manufacturer (confidential) to find a standout Production Manager to

As Senior Production Manager at Hillier, you'll lead the day-to-day running of production across the two nursery sites, ensuring crops are grown to exceptional quality, operations run efficiently, and the business is ready for its next stage of growth. Horticulture Senior Production Manager. Hillier

Key responsibilities include: ·Leading day-to-day bakery production operations ·Stabilising and developing production teams ·Driving improvements in efficiency, quality, and output ·Implementing structure, processes, and best practices ·Engaging teams and lead

They are currently recruiting for an Assistant Production Manager to join their Production Team. If you are seeking further responsibility and want to progress your career within the Flavours, Essential Oils and Fragrance Production industry, then this role would be the perfect fit! The Assistant P

As Food Production Manager, you will take ownership of daily production operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance across the board. Food Production Manager - Days Role. Proven experience in food production management or a similar role.

Are you a Production Shift Manager, Front Line Manager or Area/Section Manager looking for a new position? Looking for a well-established, family feel business where you can make your own stamp? We are currently working with a well-established, family-owned food manufacturer who are looking for

As Food Production Manager, you will take ownership of daily production operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance across the board. Food Production Manager - Days Role. You'll lead from the front, coordinating teams, managing production plans, and driving continuous improvement.

They are looking for a Technical Production Manager to take ownership of the technical delivery of events, working closely with clients and internal teams to bring productions to life from concept through to execution. We are working with a leading live events production team based at one of London�

They are seeking an M&E Production Manager to oversee production and delivery of MEP items, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and to the required quality standards. The Production Manager will manage resources, labour, and materials from the in-house manufacturing facility, working cl

The Production manager will focus on developing individual and collective skills and improving performanc.

Calder Valley (Home-based initially, option to move to local office as company grows).Flexible / Outcome-based (To be agreed).Part-Time candidates considered.Open to PAYE, Freelance, or Contractor applications.This is not an entry level role.

Workshop Manager / Production Manager. Workshop Manager (Joinery / Interior Design / Production Manager).

Lead operations across 6 production sites as part of the senior leadership team. Strong background in industrial/gas / Chemical production environments.

You will play a vital role in delivering production targets, maintaining quality and safety standards, and developing a high-performing team. Deliver Production Performance. Lead your department/zone to achieve productivity and efficiency targets in line with the production plan.

Our client, an award-winning manufacturer and innovator of science-backed supplements and functional health products, is seeking additional Production Managers with a background in food manufacturing. Were seeking driven food production leaders to manage production operations, ensure quality and com

Production Manager (Joinery) £45,000 - £50,000 + Christmas and Easter Shutdown + Training + BenefitsLydneyAre you a Production Manager with experience in bespoke joinery, cabinetry, or manufacturing, looking to oversee production flow and drive operational efficiency within a respected craft-led b