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Summary of job:This position reports to the Senior Manager Electronics. The role is based in the company's R & D Department and focuses on the development of new, sophisticated, electronic systems & subsystems. Working shoulder to shoulder with enthusiastic Physicists, Software and Mechanical Engineers, the work will encompass the full product life cycle from system design specifications through to manufacture.Responsibilities:· Responsible to MALDI Group Manager for specific parts of product design and working to the current Kratos quality system.· Ensure the company health and safety procedures are adhered to all the time, only operating equipment for which you are suitably qualified or have received suitable training.· Production of the specifications for new designs.· Detailed design and associated documentation (schematics, PCB layouts and PLD/FPGA configurations).· Provide the MALDI Group Manager with as accurate as possible, estimates of timescales for designs.· Use the Management Information Systems for creating and controlling bills of materials, drawing numbers and bought out parts.· Raising Manufacturing Change Notes for design changes and enhancements.· Raising permits and concessions as appropriate to allow production to continue.· The implementation of approved changes to the design.· Liaison with new and old suppliers both on and off site.· Liaison with Fitters and Test Engineers.· Building prototype assemblies.· Meet appropriate company, national and international standards in product design, e.g., ISO61010, ISO13485, 21CFR820 etc.· To keep up to date with available third-party components.· To keep up to date with design techniques of analogue and digital circuits as well as PLD/FPGA design. To raise Design Change Requests whenever problems or opportunities arise.· Evaluation and testing of prototype designs.· Investigation of problems found on existing designs in engineering, test and from field failures.· Provide support to the Purchasing team to evaluate new and existing suppliers.· Providing technical assistance and advice to colleagues as required.QualificationsBSc/BEng degree in Electronics (or equivalent experience/competences) (E)Experience (Essential/Desirable)Experience in the development of XPS or MALDI Mass Spectrometer instruments, (or similar scientific or medical devices) to FDA (where applicable) and other requirements with demonstrable experience (D)Experience designing both digital and analogue electronics, preferably including FPGA design skills. (E)Experienced with electronic simulations, design verification(E)Experience of full product life cycle from design to volume manufacture(E)Experience of designing for EMC, RoHS and UL approved products is a benefit. (D)Experience with component/product risk assessment and FMEA. (D)Job Related Aptitude and SkillsGood all-round electronics design skills and experience; designing embedded FPGA control and acquisition systems will be considered an advantage. (E)High speed digital design, microcontroller/microprocessors, memory, timing (E)Analogue design, power management, sensor interfaces, ADC/DACs, amplifiers and control. (E)Schematic Capture and PCB Design –Altium, “Cadstar” preferred. (E)Communication interface design from board to board and network connectivity (E)High Voltage design knowledge is an advantage(D)C/C++ firmware, VHDL design and Xilinx “Microblaze” experience an advantage. (D)Good team player (E)Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status, or a willingness to work towards professional registration, would be an asset. (D)TPBN1_UKTJ

Commercial Manager - US/Canada/LATAM Market / Manchester M3 / £60-70,000 A Commercial Market Manager's role in this business has two core activities; 1) lead, develop, and empower a high‑performing sales community to achieve the assigned goals. 2) co-create the development of and execution of an ambitious market growth strategy. The business is focused on Energy, Utilities & Sustainability infrastructures and technology This role exists to determine business strategy, translate into actionable sales plans, build strong internal relationships, and drive sustainable commercial success. Through coaching, data‑driven decision‑making, and cross‑functional collaboration, the Commercial Market Manager ensures the team consistently meet targets, strengthens our market presence, and supports the long‑term profitability and growth of the business. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership & Performance Management Lead, coach, and develop a high performing sales team through regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and tailored development plans. Set clear expectations for activity, behaviours, and results, ensuring accountability across the team. Motivate and inspire the team to achieve and exceed revenue, margin, and KPIs. Drive a strong culture of collaboration & continuous improvement. Oversee day to day sales activities, including prospecting, pipeline management, territory planning, and qualification. Ensure the team follows structured sales processes, CRM discipline, and accurate data entry. Review and challenge pipeline quality, deal progression, and forecast accuracy. Identify areas for improvement in sales techniques and team structure.Talent Management & Recruitment Recruit, onboard, and retain top sales talent to support the growth strategy. Identify skills gaps and implement development programmes or coaching interventions Create a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages accountability and high performance.Reporting Track and report on sales performance, forecasts, and KPIs to senior leadership. Ensure compliance with company policies, pricing frameworks & standards. Serve as an escalation point for customer or internal issues related to the sales process.Strategy Work closely with all internal stakeholders (Board, Sales Director, Regional Sales Managers, Purchasing, Finance, etc.) to a) asses the market potential b) design the appropriate strategy to meet our ambitions c) ensure consistent execution of the strategic imperatives identified. Deliver and implement a feasible, yet growth focused strategy based on both revenue and margin growth, incorporating a full understanding of market demand to maximise cost of sales around customer and brand segmentation opportunities. Essential Experience Must be able to demonstrate experience of leading a sales team and managing individuals in a performance‑driven environment. Must have the proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop sales talent to achieve high performance. Must be experienced in conducting performance reviews, setting KPIs, and driving accountability. Must have excellent communication and influencing skills across all stakeholder levels within the organisation. Must be able to attend business trips to the US. Must have experience of creating, developing, and executing, country wide growth strategy.BBBH37453

We’re seeking an experienced and proactive Office & Facilities Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of our Manchester (Deansgate) office. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on creating a professional, welcoming environment and enjoys ensuring everything runs smoothly. It’s a great opportunity to use your organisational and facilities expertise in a varied position that has real impact. Location and Working Pattern Manchester, Deansgate – 5 days on site. Easily accessible via train / tram. Client Overview Our client is a respected organisation with a strong presence across the UK and internationally. They operate in a dynamic professional sector, providing high-quality services to clients and colleagues alike. The successful candidate will play a key part in maintaining a well-run workplace aligned with the company’s operational standards. Responsibilities Manage the day-to-day operation of the Manchester office, ensuring it remains safe, professional and well maintained. Act as the main point of contact for facilities, buildings and office-related matters, working with internal teams and external suppliers. Oversee repairs, maintenance and contractor activity, ensuring timely resolution of issues. Manage office supplies, equipment and consumables to maintain working order and stock levels. Support budgeting, expenditure monitoring and invoice processing for office-related costs. Maintain health, safety and environmental compliance, including relevant checks and documentation. Oversee office security and access systems and ensure consistent application of safety procedures. Deliver local onboarding, ensuring a welcoming induction for new starters.Must‑have Requirements Proven experience in office management, facilities management or a similar role. Solid understanding of budgeting, supplier management and basic financial processes. Excellent organisational skills and ability to handle competing priorities with professionalism. Strong communication abilities when liaising with staff, suppliers and visitors. Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Confident, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.Nice‑to‑have Skills Familiarity with compliance, purchasing or HR administration. Experience managing health and safety processes or audits.Apply Now If you’re a self-motivated Office & Facilities professional looking for a hands-on role where you’ll truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this 12‑month contract position in Manchester. The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future. We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer. You can ensure you stay safe when job searching online by visiting the JobsAware website

Job Title: Purchasing Assistant Location: Manchester Salary: £24,000 - £26,000 per annum Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Do you have administration experience ideally looking to be part of a successful, niche, but industry leading organisation? EDM design, manufacture and install specialist mechanical applications to a diverse client base. On offer is an opportunity to work for a company that have an excellent reputation in their industry and a state-of-the-art facility to enable them to deliver on bespoke projects for a range of clients. Based in Manchester we are currently recruiting for a purchasing assistant on a permanent basis to join our friendly purchasing team. The Purchasing Assistant will be responsible for the ordering of components in line with the build requirements, the expediting of existing orders and the support of the Purchasing manager. Duties and Responsibilities: Review Requisitions / MRP and consolidate where possible Obtain quotations from approved suppliers Timely conversion of requisitions to Purchase orders Gain order acknowledgements and expedite to project requirements Highlight any concerns to the Purchase manager regarding part supply Identify and materialise savings Liaise with Planning and design regarding part issues Work with Quality engineers to resolve issues and return to vendor of materials Assist Purchase manager with strategic projects / tasks Work within the larger purchase department for joint projects / strategiesAbout you: Key Requirements: Experience in purchasing is preferred but not essential Excellent administration skills Confident in use of Microsoft Office (Excel is a must) Good communication skills with all levels of authority Able to consider multiple issues to gain the best solution Excellent attention to detail Confident in their own skills Ability to achieve UK security clearance essentialBenefits: Flexi time hours and 1 day a week WFH Supportive and enjoyable working environment Continuous Training and development Company Pension 25 days holiday + public holidays Life Insurance following 12 months servicePlease click on the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Purchaser, Purchasing, Procurement Administrator, Procurement Executive, Procurement Operations, Assistant Procurement Executive, Procurement Admin, Purchasing Assistant, Assistant Buyer, Office Assistant, Office Admin, Procurement Assistant, Senior Administrator, Office Administrator may also be considered for this role

Commercial Manager - US/Canada/LATAM Market / Manchester M3 / £60-70,000A Commercial Market Manager's role in this business has two core activities;1) lead, develop, and empower a high-performing sales community to achieve the assigned goals.2) co-create the development of and execution of an ambitious market growth strategy.The business is focused on Energy, Utilities & Sustainability infrastructures and technologyThis role exists to determine business strategy, translate into actionable sales plans, build strong internal relationships, and drive sustainable commercial success.Through coaching, data-driven decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration, the Commercial Market Manager ensures the team consistently meet targets, strengthens our market presence, and supports the long-term profitability and growth of the business.Key ResponsibilitiesTeam Leadership & Performance ManagementLead, coach, and develop a high performing sales team through regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and tailored development plans.Set clear expectations for activity, behaviours, and results, ensuring accountability across the team.Motivate and inspire the team to achieve and exceed revenue, margin, and KPIs.Drive a strong culture of collaboration & continuous improvement.Oversee day to day sales activities, including prospecting, pipeline management, territory planning, and qualification.Ensure the team follows structured sales processes, CRM discipline, and accurate data entry.Review and challenge pipeline quality, deal progression, and forecast accuracy.Identify areas for improvement in sales techniques and team structure.Talent Management & RecruitmentRecruit, onboard, and retain top sales talent to support the growth strategy.Identify skills gaps and implement development programmes or coaching interventionsCreate a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages accountability and high performance.ReportingTrack and report on sales performance, forecasts, and KPIs to senior leadership.Ensure compliance with company policies, pricing frameworks & standards.Serve as an escalation point for customer or internal issues related to the sales process.StrategyWork closely with all internal stakeholders (Board, Sales Director, Regional Sales Managers, Purchasing, Finance, etc.) to a) asses the market potential b) design the appropriate strategy to meet our ambitions c) ensure consistent execution of the strategic imperatives identified.Deliver and implement a feasible, yet growth focused strategy based on both revenue and margin growth, incorporating a full understanding of market demand to maximise cost of sales around customer and brand segmentation opportunities.Essential ExperienceMust be able to demonstrate experience of leading a sales team and managing individuals in a performance-driven environment.Must have the proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop sales talent to achieve high performance.Must be experienced in conducting performance reviews, setting KPIs, and driving accountability.Must have excellent communication and influencing skills across all stakeholder levels within the organisation.Must be able to attend business trips to the US.Must have experience of creating, developing, and executing, country wide growth strategy.BBBH37453TPBN1_UKTJ

Commercial Manager – Infrastructure / Engineering Projects A leading UK infrastructure services organisation is looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Manager to support the continued growth of its engineering and infrastructure division. The business delivers critical infrastructure projects across the energy, power, water, telecoms and social infrastructure sectors, working with major clients to deliver complex, high-value projects nationwide. Following significant investment and recent growth, this is an exciting opportunity to join a business at a key stage of its development, playing a pivotal role in strengthening and scaling its commercial function. The Opportunity As Commercial Manager, you will take ownership of the commercial delivery of multiple infrastructure projects while working closely with senior leadership to develop and improve commercial processes, governance and best practice. This role offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact, supporting the growth of the commercial and purchasing function, mentoring team members and driving improved commercial performance across the business. Key responsibilities will include: Leading commercial management across multiple infrastructure projects Managing client, supplier and subcontractor relationship Producing CVRs, valuations, cost forecasts and commercial reports Working collaboratively with operational teams and senior stakeholders About You The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience as a Commercial Manager, Senior Quantity Surveyor or similar commercial role Experience working within civil engineering, utilities, energy, rail or wider infrastructure sectors Strong knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts, including change management and contract administration Experience producing CVRs, valuations, forecasts and management reports Qualifications & Experience Degree in Quantity Surveying or a similar commercial discipline preferred MRICS or MCIOB qualification desirable Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills Experience with management accounts and commercial reporting Previous experience within construction, engineering or infrastructure environments Valid UK driving licence What's on Offer? Competitive salary package / Bonus Car allowance Hybrid working arrangements 26 days holiday plus bank holidays (with option to purchase additional days) Company pension and life assurance Medicash health plan, virtual GP and wellbeing support Excellent training and career development opportunities Employee discounts and Cycle to Work scheme * Opportunity to help shape and develop a growing commercial function within a leading infrastructure group This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious commercial professional looking to join a growing organisation and play a key role in its future success

A specialist renewables division within a national group of electrical distribution businesses is looking for a bright and commercially minded graduate to join its team in Trafford Park, Manchester. The business supplies a broad range of renewable energy technologies to trade customers across the UK, including solar PV, battery storage, inverters and EV charging equipment. Working with suppliers and manufacturers across the UK, Europe and Asia, the commercial team plays an important role in sourcing products, managing stock and supporting the continued growth of the business. The Role As a Graduate Commercial Trainee, you'll play a key role in supporting the Commercial Manager with the day-to-day management of supplier relationships and product purchasing. Your responsibilities will include: Building and maintaining relationships with suppliers in the UK and internationally Supporting procurement and purchasing activities Monitoring inventory levels and helping to optimise stock availability Analysing sales and purchasing data using Excel to identify trends and opportunities Assisting with commercial reporting and supplier performance analysis Working closely with internal sales and operations teams to ensure products are available when customers need themRewards Starting salary of £31,000 - £32,000 Uncapped bonus Full mentoring from an experienced Commercial Manager Excellent training and career development Opportunity to build an exciting career within the fast-growing renewables sector Working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Pension schemeRequirements To be considered for this Graduate Commercial Trainee role, you should have: A degree ideally in a business-related subject Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Strong Excel skills and confidence working with data Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities A commercial mindset and genuine interest in business A proactive attitude and willingness to learnIf you're looking for a graduate opportunity where you'll receive excellent mentoring, develop valuable commercial skills and build a long-term career within a successful and growing business, apply today to find out more

Contained Air Solutions is seeking a Project Manager / Design Engineer in the United Kingdom to lead customer projects from concept to delivery. You will work across Contracts, Design, Production, Purchasing, Quality, Service and Installation, ensuring technical accuracy, timely planning and commercial control. The role combines design engineering with project leadership, offering training to develop management capabilities while you build on your technical background and collaborate with #J-18808-Ljbffr

At Hairburst, we believe in the importance of helping everybody achieve their healthiest, strongest and longest hair possible with our specially formulated haircare vitamins and cosmetics. Each Hairburst product is uniquely formulated using safe, natural and proven ingredients for healthy hair maintenance, with benefits that can be seen in as little as 90 days. We are now an established 10‑year‑old brand, selling through our Shopify store and in 30,000 retailers globally. We are going through rapid growth and taking things to the next level internationally! Check out what we’re doing here: Hairburst is looking for a commercially minded and retention‑focused CRM Manager to take ownership of CRM, lifecycle marketing and customer engagement across multiple international markets. This role sits within the wider CX & Retention function and will play a key part in shaping how Hairburst communicates with, retains and grows its customer base globally. The business is looking for someone who understands how to combine effective lifecycle journeys with fast‑paced eCommerce trading activity. You’ll use customer behaviour, segmentation and performance data to increase repeat purchases, improve engagement and drive long‑term customer value across both subscription and non‑subscription customers. Alongside developing automated lifecycle journeys, you’ll oversee promotional campaigns, product launches and regular trade communications across email, WhatsApp and SMS, ensuring CRM activity is commercially effective, relevant and aligned across markets. This role requires someone strategic enough to shape direction, while remaining close enough to execution to review campaigns, troubleshoot issues and continuously improve performance. • Build and own onboarding and lifecycle journeys that create a seamless and personalised customer experience from day one., • Develop and optimise replenishment, refill reminder, post‑purchase and re‑engagement journeys that encourage repeat purchasing., • Design and optimise retention programmes focused on repeat purchase behaviour, purchase frequency, subscriber engagement, AOV growth and long‑term customer value., • Own Hairburst’s CRM strategy across lifecycle, retention and eCommerce trading activity., • Plan and oversee the CRM trading calendar across multiple territories, including promotional campaigns, product launches and locally relevant activity., • Drive retention and customer value across both subscription and non‑subscription customer segments., • Own the automation strategy across email, WhatsApp and SMS, building customer journeys that feel relevant, timely and human., • Develop smart segmentation and behavioural‑trigger strategies to create personalised customer experiences at scale., • Coordinate the CRM calendar across multiple territories, ensuring alignment across markets while allowing flexibility for local trading requirements., • Manage and develop two remotely based team members responsible for supporting CRM execution., • Provide clear briefs, oversee delivery and ensure campaigns and automated journeys are accurate, on‑brand and commercially effective., • Manage CRM strategically while remaining close enough to execution to QA, troubleshoot and continuously optimise performance., • Work cross‑functionally with CX, Growth and local market teams to ensure CRM is fully integrated into the wider customer and commercial strategy., • Champion CRM internally as a strategic growth lever rather than simply a communications function., • Define, track and report on key CRM and retention metrics, including CRM revenue, repeat order rate, purchase frequency, AOV, churn, engagement and LTV., • Build and manage a test‑and‑learn framework across promotional campaigns, lifecycle communications and automated journeys., • Translate customer, campaign and performance data into actionable commercial improvements., • Strong CRM and lifecycle marketing experience within a DTC or eCommerce brand environment., • Experience managing both automated lifecycle journeys and a fast‑paced promotional CRM calendar., • Strong understanding of eCommerce trading mechanics, including promotions, product launches and repeat‑purchase strategies., • Multi‑market or international CRM experience is highly desirable., • Strong automation expertise across email, with WhatsApp and SMS experience highly valued., • Strong understanding of retention strategy, lifecycle management and repeat‑purchase behaviour., • Experience driving retention and LTV across non‐subscription customers, with subscription experience considered beneficial., • Commercially minded, with a strong grasp of metrics including CRM revenue, LTV, repeat purchase rate, purchase frequency, AOV and churn., • Iterable experience is highly preferred, although strong ESP experience across other platforms is also valuable., • Experience building segmentation, personalisation and behavioural‑triggered customer journeys., • Comfortable balancing strategic thinking with operational oversight and performance optimisation., • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to turn insight into action., • Experience within beauty, cosmetics, skincare, wellness or another regularly purchased consumer category is highly desirable., • Previous experience managing or mentoring remotely based team members would be advantageous., • Genuine go‑getter mentality – someone who wants to build, improve and make an impact., • Naturally solutions‑oriented and proactive., • Collaborative and low‑ego, but confident owning your area and making decisions., • Strong attention to customer experience, not just campaign output., • Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, scaling environment., • Commercially aware and comfortable balancing long‑term customer retention with shorter‑term trading priorities., • Able to manage remote team members effectively by providing clear direction, support and accountability., • Rewarding salary + 15% bonus., • Hybrid working, ideally with two days per week in our Manchester office. One day per week may be considered for the right candidate., • Company trips abroad., • Monthly socials., • Monthly staff order allowance., • 40% off for friends and family., • Fast career development., • An opportunity to grow with one of the most exciting brands in the UK! At Hairburst, diversity and inclusion are at the core of our values. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Description Under general supervision, is responsible for devoting his/her attention to the care and development of the residents in one of the Agency's residential facilities. Interacts in a manner that fosters dignity and learning in a way that helps lead to greater independence. Helps create a homelike atmosphere for residents in an agency facility. Provides guidance in daily operations to Residence Program Specialists. Depending on residential facility, will create work schedules and assign shifts to Residence Program Specialists. The duties and responsibilities of the Senior Residence Program Specialist will include, but are not limited to the following: • Provides care and assists with personal development and independence of the people we support., • Ensures that all measures for safety and well-being are maintained at highest level., • Trains residents in activities of daily living and in development of self‑help and social skills., • Maintains a personalized, homelike atmosphere in residence facility., • Attends weekly staff meetings as well as any other assigned meetings and in‑service training., • Prepares concise written reports including Incident Reports, Progress Notes and other reports as assigned., • Responds to crisis situations and medical emergencies, including accidents by taking quick and decisive action., • Ensures actions are conducted in a manner that prevents abuse and reports observations of co‑workers who may be abusive in accordance with established procedures., • Administers appropriate first aid based on visible symptoms and resident history in accordance with established guidelines and accepted first aid practices., • Summons police, fire, ambulance or other emergency personnel if situation warrants it., • If emergency has caused a person we support to exhibit behavior that is threatening or dangerous, you will be asked to provide strategies for crisis intervention prevention in accordance with OPWDD approved Behavior Management guidelines., • Provides transportation for the people we support in agency vehicles to and from work, shopping, programs, doctor's appointments, etc., • Assists with meal planning and preparation as well as with purchasing of food and supplies., • Demonstrates and understanding of and Implements behavioral programs., • Participates fully as a member of interdisciplinary plan., • Maintains an ongoing informal exchange of information. Maintains written logs for recording daily activities., • Performs housekeeping, cooking, laundry, light maintenance and light preventative maintenance duties as needed in order to maintain a safe and homelike environment., • Supervises any other activities as may be necessary in order to maintain quality of program., • Dispenses prescribed medications to the people we support after successful completion of medication administration course and in line with Agency protocol. AMAP's are supervised by residential nurse in all areas related to medication administration., • Attends to personal hygiene needs of the people we support, i.e. toileting, bathing and changing as situation warrants., • Handles all program specific documents in a secure and confidential manner., • Provides guidance to Residence Program Specialists in absence of Residence Manager and/or Case Manager., • Directs all important situations, inquiries and concerns which do not fall under Residence Manager, Case Manager and Program Director., • Participates in orientation of new staff by modeling direct services in program., • Prepares work schedules and assign shifts to Residence Program Specialists as requested., • Performs related duties as requested. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Valid New York State Driver's License and must maintain it in good standing, • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English, • Good oral and written communication skills, • Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, employees, residents and their families, • Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures, • High School Diploma or GED, • Two years of related experience is preferred, • Must be Approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP) COMPENSATION: $20.09/hour + Industry‑Leading Benefits! At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture. ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Role: Business Development Manager Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week Location: Remote, Manchester/Leeds Area(M62 Corridor) Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + Commission & Car Allowance Who We Are: Western Global delivers best-in-class storage solutions with speed and precision wherever and whenever power, fuel, and water are needed around the world. Our responsiveness and commitment to customer satisfaction have fueled our significant growth. We pride ourselves on having a great culture that values caring, fearlessness, resilience, responsiveness, and accountability. Attracting and retaining talented individuals is crucial to our success. Our values aren’t just statements — they’re the foundation we stand on every day, and a promise we live out daily, driving us to be the kind of employer our team can rely on and the kind of partner our customers can trust. The strength of our teams and our internal culture are major contributors to our continued growth and success. Even better, our teams enjoy working here. Western Global is proud to be a certified Great Place to Work across all locations! This role is primarily field‑based, covering the North area, with regular travel, focused on building and developing relationships with new, existing and previous customers. You will be on the road visiting customers 2-4 days per week, working from home on the remaining days, with periodic/occasional overnight stays also required. You will identify and drive growth opportunities, promote Western’s products and services to prospective clients, and ensure ongoing engagement across your customer base. Working closely with the Inside Sales Team, you will support customers’ purchasing needs while effectively communicating new and existing products, services and programmes. Other responsibilities include: • Build, develop and maintain strong relationships with existing portfolio of customers through proactive account management, focusing on customer support, retention and growth., • Identify, research and develop new business opportunities, including new markets, growth areas, products, services, partnerships, and innovative approaches to existing markets., • Take full ownership and accountability for the regional sales budget, forecasting and performance delivery., • Collaborate closely with internal teams to design and implement effective sales initiatives that drive revenue growth., • Act as the primary liaison between customers and internal teams, ensuring customer requirements are clearly understood and successfully delivered., • Communicate market intelligence internally, including opportunities, risks, challenges and trends affecting assigned accounts., • Develop and execute customer-specific sales plans aligned to agreed budgets, pricing structures and costings., • Work in partnership with Sales and Marketing teams to set and implement strategies informed by market and customer trends., • Network with gold customers to identify evolving customer needs, maintaining regular engagement through visits, calls and industry events., • A highly motivated sales professional with at least 1-3 years proven experience in a similar role; we're equally open to candidates earlier in their career who bring the right energy and drive., • Proven track record of successfully managing the full sales cycle., • Must be based in Manchester/Leeds area on the M62 corridor and willing to be on the road 2-4days per week, working from home the remaining days., • Experience working in a similar industry., • Ability to work autonomously in managing own diary., • Demonstrable experience in negotiating and meeting clients’ requirements., • Excellent analytical and organisational skills., • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written as you will be conversing with senior level decision makers daily., • Confident presenting to and engaging with customers and internal stakeholders at all levels., • Must be team oriented with the ability to be flexible in pursuit of the larger goal., • Must be a ‘people-person’ – someone who is approachable, easy to talk to, and trusted., • A self-starter with the drive to exceed goals, overcome challenges and continuously develop., • A competent CRM user ideally with experience of using NetSuite. We offer a market competitive pay and benefits program, as well as opportunities for advancement, knowledge and skills development, and recognition of achievements. In addition, we offer the following benefits to our employees: • Financial Incentives: Annual salary reviews and Life Insurance (4 X base salary)., • Generous Holiday: 25 days paid holiday + Bank Holidays (option to buy another 5 days)., • Personal and Family Time: Paid Volunteering and Enhanced Parental Leave., • Retirement Planning: 5% Employer Contribution & 5% Employee Contribution., • Health Incentives: Cycle to Work Scheme, Private Medical Insurance and access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support mental health., • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with significant tax and NI savings on electric cars., • Personal and Professional Development opportunities with dedicated budgets for study support., • Supportive work environment built on taking care of each other, decisiveness, resilience, responsiveness, and accountability with a reward and recognition scheme based on these values. Our professional culture, our dedication to our employees, and career opportunities — these are just a few benefits we’re proud to offer. Our employees know every job is critical, and our commitment to each other and our customers drives innovation. Western Global is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr

What we’re looking for: We're looking for a Regional Agronomy Manager to join our team in Prospecton. The successful incumbent will be responsible for the management of the commercial potato supply in relation to negotiations, contracting, supply co-ordination and potato supply chain management for KZN (including commercial potato transport and storage) within the required AOP framework. This entails potato supply and demand balance management, regular monitoring of crop cycles, identification of supply risks, management of the regional agronomist team and driving solutions to cover supply risks. In addition, KZN is to aim to become a self-sufficient hub where seed from G0 to commercial is to be managed within this role, determined by commercial demand over PSP. To provide Agronomic leadership and technical growing support to Simba potato growers. Roll out revised agricultural best practices to new and existing growers to support IPS product design. Responsible for production information capturing (SmartAgro), volume forecasting and the successful integration of new PepsiCo proprietary varieties within the BU’s agronomy productivity agenda. • Manage the commercial potato supply programme in accordance with the production needs of the Prospecton factory., • Manage the seed pipeline in KZN, in accordance with Prospecton PSP, under the guidance of the Technical Services Manager., • Manage negotiations and contracting of commercial and seed potato supplier agreements; including transport., • Manage the KZN commercial potato supply to ensure the following:, • The efficient flow of timeous crop information., • The timeous execution of delivery contracts (coordination of planting & harvesting)., • The accurate and timeous capturing of supporting crop data through the SmartAgro system., • Manage KZN seed potato supply, in conjunction with the Technical Services Manager, to ensure the following:, • Seed planning from G0 – G4, based on the PSP volume requirements of the Prospecton factory., • The timeous execution of delivery contracts (coordination of planting & harvesting)., • Accurate pipeline management to minimize seed requirements from external regions., • The accurate and timeous capturing of supporting crop data through the SmartAgro system., • Maintain accurate weekly, monthly and annual potato supply plans for the KZN factory., • Review supply balances, evaluate risks (e.g. processing plant stock levels, demand, weather, crop availability, quality loss, etc.) and cause of change on a regular basis (daily/weekly/monthly)., • Work with planning team to understand demand and capacity developments for short and medium term supply (e.g. outsourcing projects, promotional activity, capacity changes, etc.) and provide input from potato supply., • Manage any mandates for spot purchasing / out-of-contract procurement of potatoes for contingency purposes., • Support the Agro BU Lead with productivity target execution, supplier development, price and volume negotiations, and supplier performance reviews through KPI reporting, feedback and meetings., • Responsible for educating growers on latest agronomic practices that drive best in class potato quality (lower defects, higher solids), increased yields, reduce foreign objects, inspects and recommend farmer washing/grading operations and equipment., • Develop, implement and maintain good handling practices for potatoes to ensure high quality potatoes from storage to the factory., • Provide Simba growers with best in class, specialist agronomic support to deliver improved potato quality, monitor crop performance (SmartAgro) and implement sustainable improvements across all Simba growers and growing regions., • Provide regional Agro management with monthly commercial crop volume estimates compared to contracted volumes, forecast crop losses where it occurs, and/or identify potential supply risks in order to effectively plan for “short/over-supply” for commercial contract periods., • Interact with plant schedulers regularly, potato laboratory when needed, FLM’s and Operations Managers where needed to facilitate effective management of the potato supply chain from farm to production., • Facilitate the successful integration of new potato varieties into SA Program (identify suitable fields and areas for field trials, monitor fields and crop progress regularly, monitor crop quality, arrange plant trials and jointly collate and analyze conversion and consumer performance)., • Assist Commercial Potato Supply Manager in selecting regional strategic planting areas and farmers that will minimize risk and maximize productivity., • Facilitate and execute research projects (new plant materials, fertilizers and chemical, planting and irrigation practices), which will contribute positively to sustainability and productivity programs., • Drive the implementation and upkeep of the emerging farmer program., • Stay updated with latest/best available technology in the agricultural industry in order to be able to assist farmers in making informed decisions. What will qualify you for the role: • Specialist Agronomical Knowledge of Potato Crop, with emphasis on quantity and quality forecasting (Preferably B.Sc. (Agric) degree or Diploma in agriculture)., • Knowledge and experience of agricultural industry (5 + years)., • Good technical and planning skills., • High level of computer literacy., • Experience in the processing sector would be an advantage., • Experience in Agronomy related food safety programs., • Experience in Logistics would be beneficial. “PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer in line with the Employment Equity Act” #J-18808-Ljbffr

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle‑market businesses thrive. We are a fast‑growing firm with big ambitions - we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you. RSM is expanding its audit offering in the banking, building society, and lending sectors, focusing on both regulated and unregulated lenders. As an Audit Manager role in our banking and lending team, you will lead the delivery of audits for lending clients with a strong emphasis on IFRS9 whilst managing a diverse portfolio. This leadership position includes developing and mentoring team members, supporting technical and training teams to build specialist expertise, and contributing to strategic growth initiatives while enhancing audit methodology. RSM offers a transparent, supportive culture with clear opportunities for career progression and professional development, making this an exciting time to join our rapidly growing service line. • Manage a portfolio of statutory audits in the lending sector, ensuring compliance with firm procedures and quality standards, • Oversee and brief staff on assignments, provide training, liaise with senior client staff, and resolve key audit matters in consultation with stakeholders, • Attend and present at client audit committees and board meetings, and supporting with business development, including scoping and pitching, • Lead recruitment, line management, sector‑specific training, and development of junior team members, while participating in industry organizations., • Collaborate with national technical and training teams to enhance audit methodology and training on IFRS9 and other technical areas impacting lenders Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday life and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you! • ACA, ACCA, CA or equivalent qualification, • Experienced Audit Manager with strong IFRS 9 expertise, particularly in accounting and auditing expected credit losses, • Practical experience auditing ECL models for retail/consumer lending products such as mortgages, personal loans, credit cards, and consumer finance, • Background in banking, commercial, or retail finance sectors, with ability to develop or enhance IFRS 9 audit methodologies, • Proven leadership and project management skills, with experience leading teams and delivering complex assignments, • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with a collaborative and team‑oriented approach Within audit, we promote from within wherever possible, listen to your career goals and aspirations, and support you in your short‑and long‑term goals. We offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work. • Hybrid working between our office in London and on client site, • 27 Days Holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days), • Lifestyle, health, and wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP, • Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse talent development team At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion. At RSM we work hard to create an environment where our people can make a difference - to themselves, their career, their teams, and to the success of our firm and clients. We support all our people to work flexibly, to manage their family and other responsibilities alongside their work commitments; we believe this is key to achieving an inspiring and fulfilling working environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions - we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you. Are you ready to drive excellence in global VAT compliance? Join our team at RSM UK as the GVRC Compliance Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping our VAT compliance services across the UK, EU, and beyond. You’ll be at the heart of a dynamic team, ensuring quality and efficiency in tax reporting for a diverse portfolio of clients. As the GVRC Compliance Manager, you’ll take the lead on VAT compliance engagements, providing insightful analysis, quality assurance, and exceptional client service. You’ll act as the central point of contact for clients, oversee the accuracy of all indirect tax filings, and work closely with clients to understand their business models and VAT needs. Additionally, you'll mentor junior team members, ensuring their growth and supporting RSM’s commitment to excellence. • Delivering accurate, timely VAT compliance services across UK, EU, and international markets., • Providing expert insights on VAT returns and assuring quality in indirect tax filings., • Becoming a trusted advisor for clients by understanding their unique VAT requirements and anticipating compliance opportunities., • Supporting efficiency improvements by building a knowledge centre for VAT compliance within the team., • Leading and developing junior team members in VAT compliance and client service. Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday life and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you! We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate: • Strong VAT compliance skills, ideally from a European or global role., • Passion for VAT process improvement and technology enablement., • Solid experience in managing and mentoring junior team members., • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Alteryx, and similar tools., • Excellent relationship management and the ability to handle international projects. We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work. • Hybrid and Flexible working, • 27 Days Holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days), • Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP., • Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse Talent Development team. At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion. At RSM we work hard to create an environment where our people can make a difference - to themselves, their career, their teams, and to the success of our firm and clients. We support all our people to work flexibly, to manage their family and other responsibilities alongside their work commitments; we believe this is key to achieving an inspiring and fulfilling working environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Design Engineer Engineering Manager We are seeking an experienced Design Engineer to support the development and manufacture of specialist vehicle-based solutions. This role will involve designing bespoke mechanical and electrical integration components, producing engineering documentation, and supporting projects from initial concept through to final implementation. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering innovative vehicle enhancement and equipment installation projects while ensuring designs meet quality, safety, and customer requirements. • Develop design solutions for specialist vehicle modification and equipment integration projects., • Produce detailed 2D and 3D CAD models, technical drawings, and manufacturing documentation., • Design brackets, mounting systems, enclosures, and supporting vehicle adaptations., • Create and maintain engineering specifications, assembly instructions, and bills of materials., • Ensure all designs align with relevant industry standards, safety requirements, and operational specifications., • Collaborate with manufacturing, purchasing, and workshop teams to support efficient project delivery., • Assist with prototype development, product trials, and design verification activities., • Investigate technical issues and implement corrective design improvements where required.Maintain engineering records, design revisions, and document control procedures., • Support supplier and customer technical discussions throughout the project lifecycle., • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing product performance, quality, and cost efficiency., • HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Automotive Engineering, or a related discipline., • Previous experience in a design engineering role within a manufacturing, automotive, transport, or engineering environment., • Proficient in 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, AutoCAD, CATIA, or similar., • Understanding of fabrication, assembly, and manufacturing processes., • Experience producing technical drawings and engineering documentation., • Awareness of electrical or electro-mechanical integration would be advantageous., • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities., • Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise workload effectively., • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally., • Experience designing equipment installations, vehicle enhancements, mobile workspaces, transport solutions, or specialist engineering products., • Exposure to regulated industries where compliance and documentation are essential., • Knowledge of mechanical assemblies, electrical systems integration, or bespoke product development., • Familiarity with engineering change control processes., • Methodical and detail-focused approach., • Proactive mindset with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement., • Strong commitment to quality, safety, and engineering best practice., • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and within a team environment., • Delivery of engineering projects within agreed timescales., • Accuracy and quality of design output., • Reduction of manufacturing and installation-related issues., • Compliance with customer and industry requirements., • Contribution to process improvements and operational efficiencies. £40,000 - £45,000 Permanent, full-time position. Day shiftsWe use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention Opportunity to work on bespoke engineering projects within a growing specialist manufacturing environment. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website #J-18808-Ljbffr

Alternatively, Grant Thornton At Grant Thornton we do things differently - looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work life balance. A true alternative. With over 5,000 people in the UK, and a presence in 150 global markets, we're on an ambitious journey, from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential. And with that comes the opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like, and what you want from your career. Job Description: Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals. You will join our growing Private Capital Corporate Tax team and facilitate the continued growth of the tax practice in and across the central belt with a particular focus on the mid-market and OMBs. We can offer outstanding opportunities to develop and grow the portfolio of business, establish strong relationships with clients and across the firm and contribute to domestic and cross border tax assignments. The team helps clients to navigate the increasingly complex tax and sector landscape by providing tailored solutions to manage risks today and stay ahead of future changes. We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we’ll support you to balance your work and life. As an Assistant Manager within our Private Capital Corporate Tax team you will: • You’ll be managing a portfolio of clients consisting of owner-managed businesses, private equity backed and large groups, supporting them on their corporation tax affairs. In addition to the annual corporation tax work and specialist claims, you will also be working on tax advisory projects including project financing and transactions, • You will also be responsible for supervising / reviewing work prepared by junior members of the team, and will (in most cases) report directly to Partners and Directors, • You’ll be a key part of delivering corporate tax compliance services, audit of tax and tax advisory for our clients. You will oversee and manage your own portfolio of clients, including liaising with Audit colleagues where necessary, and other teams – becoming the main point of contact for clients in your portfolio. You’ll help coach and develop junior members of staff, proactively seek out new business development opportunities and participate in pitch / proposal sessions, • You will be responsible for organising the delivery of tax work and problem solving on a daily basis. By becoming the key point of contact for your clients, you will have the opportunity to build your internal and external network – giving you the opportunity to build your communication skills and collaborate with others. You will be commercially minded and have a clear perception of client requirements We’ve set ambitious growth targets for the firm, and we need the right people to help us achieve these. We’re looking for people who will bring ambition and drive to their role. In changing markets, we need to be able to work at pace and be adaptable to change and to be curious, asking questions of ourselves, each other and our clients to ensure we are delivering the services and quality we expect. Joining us as an Assistant Manager, the minimum criteria you’ll need is to be qualified (ACA, ATT, CTA) with experience of working in a corporate tax position. It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way. • Strong, up to date, knowledge of UK corporation tax legislation and international tax concepts, • Experience in reviewing work and supervising staff in a tax environment, • Evidence of managing corporation tax compliance portfolios and tax accounting / audit of tax, • Excellent communication skills in supporting the team grow and deliver on key client accounts, • Be flexible in order to juggle client commitments and meet deadlines The culture at Grant Thornton is what sets us apart, we’re known for our inclusive culture and creating environments where all our people can flourish. The things that set you apart, we value them, and this helps us all to perform at our best. Our values are the unwavering principles that shape our daily behaviours and decisions, alongside our drive to do the right thing. We’re looking for people who align with our values and are purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind. You can learn more about our values in practice here. It’s not just about our culture and values, in addition to a competitive salary and reward package, us you’ll also get: • Tailored development programmes and access to coaching, • Flexible bank holidays - allowing you to celebrate the days that are important to you, • Benefits including pension, life assurance and private medical, additional holiday purchasing and health benefits, • Any benefits giving you access to shopping discounts, gym memberships, financial advice, • And more: Visit our benefits section to read more. We have a trust-based way of working, driven by responsible people who have the best interests of our firm and our clients at heart. Our how we work framework gives flexibility in where, how, and when we work to deliver the best results for our clients, whilst helping you keep a balance between work and life. Life is more than work, the things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles. That is how it should be. We’re looking for people who can help drive the business forward, who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It’s how it should be. #J-18808-Ljbffr

the MALDI Group Manager with as accurate as possible, estimates of timescales for designs. Use the Management Information Systems for creating and controlling bills of materials, drawing numbers and bought out parts. Raising Manufacturing Change Notes for design changes and enhancements. Raising permits and concessions as appropriate to allow production to continue. The implementation of approved changes to the design. Liaison with new and old suppliers both on and off site. Liaison with Fitters and Test Engineers. Building prototype assemblies. Meet appropriate company, national and international standards in product design, e.g., ISO61010, ISO13485, 21CFR820 etc. To keep up to date with available third-party components. To keep up to date with design techniques of analogue and digital circuits as well as PLD/FPGA design. To raise Design Change Requests whenever problems or opportunities arise. Evaluation and testing of prototype designs. Investigation of problems found on existing designs in engineering, test and from field failures. Provide support to the Purchasing team to evaluate new and existing suppliers. Providing technical assistance and advice to colleagues as required. Qualifications BSc/BEng degree in Electronics (or equivalent experience/competences) (E) Experience (Essential/Desirable) Experience in the development of XPS or MALDI Mass Spectrometer instruments, (or similar scientific or medical devices) to FDA (where applicable) and other requirements with demonstrable experience (D) Experience designing both digital and analogue electronics, preferably including FPGA design skills. (E) Experienced with electronic simulations, design verification(E) Experience of full product life cycle from design to volume manufacture(E) Experience of designing for EMC, RoHS and UL approved products is a benefit. (D) Experience with component/product risk assessment and FMEA. (D) Job Related Aptitude and Skills Good all-round electronics design skills and experience; designing embedded FPGA control and acquisition systems will be considered an advantage. (E) High speed digital design, microcontroller/microprocessors, memory, timing (E) Analogue design, power management, sensor interfaces, ADC/DACs, amplifiers and control. (E) Schematic Capture and PCB Design Altium, Cadstar preferred. (E) Communication interface design from board to board and network connectivity (E) High Voltage design knowledge is an advantage(D) C/C++ firmware, VHDL design and Xilinx Microblaze experience an advantage. xlzlddp (D) Good team player (E) Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status, or a willingness to work towards professional registration, would be an asset. (D) #J-18808-Ljbffr

Alternatively, Grant Thornton At Grant Thornton we do things differently - looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work life balance. A true alternative. With over 5,000 people in the UK, and a presence in 150 global markets, we're on an ambitious journey, from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential. And with that comes the opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like, and what you want from your career. Our M&A Tax team is structured in a unique way – we are focused on providing the full spectrum of tax services to private equity, across funds, deals and portfolio companies on a wide scope of transactional work both domestically and internationally. We are leading advisers to mid-market private equity firms and large acquisitive corporates with deal values of anywhere from a few million to over a billion. We support our clients throughout the entire deal lifecycle from the initial proposal stage and assisting with offer terms, undertaking due diligence and advice on the acquisition structure through to completion and post-deal advice. We work with businesses across a huge range of sectors – from technology and gaming, through to care homes, art galleries, travel and retail. This is a fast-moving and exciting environment. It is technically led but with a keen eye on service and so this role will involve technical tax application, extensive interaction with clients and great interpersonal and organisational skills. M&A Tax are a small, tight-knit team, and have experienced exceptional growth year on year. We have a strong pipeline and as part of a growing team, you will have significant opportunities to take on responsibility and develop as the team grows. We are looking for bright and enthusiastic individuals who are looking to step up into a Manager role and are interested in a career in M&A tax. We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares and, whilst the hours in a project-based environment can be varied and, at times, quite intense, we’ll support you to balance your work, study and life. As a Manager in M&A Tax team, you will provide tax structuring advice and will undertake tax due diligence on both buy-side and sell-side transactions for private equity and corporate clients. You may also have the opportunity to work on public company transactions, primarily on AIM and the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange. If you enjoy working on a variety of projects and sectors, you’ll fit right in. Here are some things you can expect from a role in M&A Tax: • You will be leading discussions with and presenting findings to clients and legal advisers as well as managing the relationship with the target’s management team., • You will take a lead in working alongside FDD and SPA Advisory teams as a Transaction Advisory Services professional to ensure that your work goes hand in hand with theirs., • You will be responsible for leading due diligence meetings with the target business, overseeing the due diligence analysis and reviewing reports to ensure they have been accurately and robustly prepared ahead of final review by the partner/director., • You will prepare and review structuring reports based on the proposed acquisition structure, considering the key tax implications in line with the commercial requirements of the transaction., • You will be involved in all other aspects of the transaction, including reviewing forecast models, funds flows and considering legal documentation with the support of an exceptional team., • Collaborating with other stakeholders is vital in a TAS Tax role, and you will be encouraged to establish a strong internal network to drive opportunities across TAS, Corporate Finance and GT’s international member firms., • You’ll be working closely with external key contacts within private equity funds, corporate clients, law firms and intermediaries to drive business development across the team., • You will be involved in business development, researching and preparing proposals to win new work and taking part in presentations to prospective clients., • You will manage project budgets, ensuring bills are raised accurately and promptly, fees are collected in a timely manner and debtors kept to a minimum., • You will demonstrate an ability to produce a well-supported piece of technical research using legislation, guidance issued by tax authorities and/or the firm’s technical resources., • You will be responsible for ongoing training and development of your team. The ideal candidate will be a qualified chartered accountant or tax adviser (ACA, CA CTA, ADIT or equivalent as a minimum criteria) and have a good grounding in UK tax practices. It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way: • UK corporation tax compliance and/or M&A experience, • Exposure to other tax issues – transfer pricing, R&D, VAT, employment taxes, stamp duty, share transactions/share option schemes, • Proven experience in client handling and project management, building and sustaining relationships, • Experience of advising on technical tax matters is essential, • Demonstrable experience of managing multiple deliverables, showing prioritisation skills and meeting deadlines within an expected timeframe, • Strong Excel and Power Point skills to prepare client and target documentation. The culture at Grant Thornton is what sets us apart, we’re known for our inclusive culture and creating environments where all our people can flourish. The things that set you apart, we value them, and this helps us all to perform at our best. Our values are the unwavering principles that shape our daily behaviours and decisions, alongside our drive to do the right thing. We’re looking for people who align with our values and are purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind. You can learn more about our values in practice here. It’s not just about our culture and values, in addition to a competitive salary and reward package, us you’ll also get: • Tailored development programmes and access to coaching, • Flexible bank holidays – allowing you to celebrate the days that are important to you, • Benefits including pension, life assurance and private medical, additional holiday purchasing and health benefits, • Any benefits giving you access to shopping discounts, gym memberships, financial advice And more. Visit our benefits section to read more. We have a trust-based way of working, driven by responsible people who have the best interests of our firm and our clients at heart. Our how we work framework gives flexibility in where, how, and when we work to deliver the best results for our clients, whilst helping you keep a balance between work and life. Life is more than work, the things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles. That is how it should be. We’re looking for people who can help drive the business forward, who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It’s how it should be. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Nexperia is a world-class company in semiconductor development and in-house production. A proven global player with an entrepreneurial mentality. At our core is an 13,000+ strong international network with a singular focus. Built on passion and commitment to our work, belief in our goals and a drive to succeed regardless of the challenges we face. We support, reward and challenge individuals equally, in a dynamic and energetic environment. Nexperia is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead complex research, development, study, and New Product Introduction (NPI) projects across multiple sites and functions. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering strategic projects that support our product roadmap and business objectives while ensuring quality, timeline, and budget commitments are achieved. Working with stakeholders across R&D, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, finance, purchasing, legal, IT, and leadership teams, you will coordinate cross-functional activities and drive projects from initiation through successful delivery. • Lead multiple projects within one or more strategic programs and ensure delivery of agreed business benefits, • Develop project plans, resource requirements, schedules, budgets, and governance frameworks, • Drive risk identification, mitigation planning, issue management, and project controls throughout the project lifecycle, • Manage project timelines and budgets while ensuring adherence to quality standards and governance requirements, • Coordinate cross-functional teams across R&D, operations, test, quality, supply chain, purchasing, and external partners, • Monitor project performance and proactively address obstacles impacting delivery, cost, or time-to-market, • Provide regular updates to project sponsors and senior stakeholders, • Facilitate decision‑making and ensure accountability for project deliverables, • Support continuous improvement of project management methodologies, governance, tools, and best practices, • Share lessons learned and contribute to strengthening Nexperia's project management capability across the organization, • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Technology, Business, Project Management, or a related discipline, • Minimum 5 years of experience leading multiple complex projects simultaneously, • Proven experience managing large-scale technical or business projects, • Strong project planning, resource planning, budget management, and scheduling capabilities, • Experience managing project risks, issues, changes, and stakeholder expectations, • Excellent communication, presentation, and reporting skills, • Fluent English communication skills, • Strong ability to influence stakeholders across multiple functions and levels of the organization, • Semiconductor, electronics, manufacturing, or high‑technology industry experience, • Experience working within international and matrix organizations, • Knowledge of NPI, product development, or R&D project environments, • Experience managing external suppliers, subcontractors, or technology partners, • Familiarity with business case development and CAPEX management, • Stage 1: Recruiter Review, • Stage 2: 30-60-minute Technical Interview, • Stage 3: 60-minute Behavioural & Competency Interview, • Remuneration & Reward – Comprehensive and competitive package including a bonus, excellent contributory pension scheme of up to 9%, recognition rewards scheme, EV salary sacrifice scheme, income protection, 12 x salary life assurance policy., • Health & Wellbeing – 33 days annual leave, flexible benefits scheme, enhanced parental leave, on‑site medical centre, enhanced sick pay, subsidised canteen, employee assistance programme, retail & entertainment discounts, a variety of sports & social clubs., • Professional Development – As a large multinational organisation, we offer huge growth potential both internally and globally within the business, via both management and technical pathways., • Corporate Social Responsibility & Sustainability – A global commitment to becoming carbon neutral by 2035, working with suppliers who embrace and comply with the Nexperia Supplier Code of Conduct, paid time off for every employee to support charitable work up to 4 times per year., • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – Corporate members of Neurodiversity in Business and a Disability Confident Employer. Dedicated Employee Resource Groups for Neuroinclusion, the LGBTQ+ community, and Women in Nexperia, with a commitment to increase women in management positions to 30% by 2030. As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested. In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women's groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030. #J-18808-Ljbffr

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions - we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you. We are looking for a Professional Qualifications Manager within our Talent Development team to support the Head of Early Careers, Talent Development in shaping and evolving the firm's professional qualifications framework, ensuring qualification pathways remain aligned to business priorities, future capability requirements and the changing needs of the Early Careers population. The role leads qualification governance, provider relationships and programme performance, acting as the firm's subject matter expert to drive learner outcomes, compliance and continuous improvement. • Leading the ongoing review, design and evolution of professional qualification pathways across service lines, ensuring alignment with current and future business capability requirements, • Driving the development of qualification strategies that support the firm's evolving Early Careers population, talent objectives and workforce planning priorities, • Owning end-to-end qualification pathway governance, ensuring compliance with professional body, apprenticeship and regulatory requirements, • Evaluating qualification performance, pathway design and learner outcomes, identifying opportunities to enhance programme effectiveness and commercial value, • Leading the governance framework linking qualification outcomes with progression, reward and career milestone decisions, • Leading strategic relationships with training providers, professional bodies and awarding organisations, • Driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance learner experience, programme effectiveness and operational efficiency, • Owning qualification policies, standards, governance frameworks and associated documentation, • Demonstrated experience leading professional qualification strategy, education programmes or workforce development initiatives, • Experience shaping qualification pathways, learning frameworks or talent development programmes in response to evolving business needs, • Ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders to drive change and improve programme outcomes, • Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance learner outcomes, business priorities and investment decisions, • Experience leading provider performance management, contract governance and continuous improvement initiatives, • ICAEW qualified (or equivalent), • Hybrid and Flexible working, • 27 Days Holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days), • Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP., • Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse Talent Development team. At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion. At RSM we work hard to create an environment where our people can make a difference - to themselves, their career, their teams, and to the success of our firm and clients. We support all our people to work flexibly, to manage their family and other responsibilities alongside their work commitments; we believe this is key to achieving an inspiring and fulfilling working environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Lancashire Cricket was formed in 1864 and is one of eighteen first-class counties within the domestic structure of England and Wales. Driven by our values, we are here to win, inspire play and make memories with the vision of being the best place to enjoy cricket in the world. Emirates Old Trafford, home of Lancashire Cricket, is an award-winning world-class stadium and venue. It is recognised as one of the UK’s most prestigious venues for sport, business, leisure and entertainment with a capacity of up to 50,000 people for concerts; 26,000 for international cricket matches; meetings and events spaces for up to 2,000 delegates; a four-star hotel with 250 rooms; and an on-site Caffè Nero. It’s a unique place to build a career where no two days are ever the same! The Communications Executive is responsible for delivering Lancashire Cricket’s digital content strategy across its social media channels, creating engaging and relevant content that drives digital growth and brand awareness. The role will lead on short-form video content, particularly across TikTok and Instagram, while staying up to date with emerging social media trends, techniques and platforms. It will combine creative content creation with day-to-day planning and scheduling, while helping to drive commercial return. • Delivering Lancashire Cricket’s digital content and communications strategy alongside the Communications Manager., • Managing the Club’s social media channels, including content creation, scheduling, planning and supporter engagement., • Creating and publishing engaging content, with a focus on short-form video across TikTok, Instagram and other digital platforms., • Developing the social media calendar and staying ahead of emerging trends to drive engagement and brand growth., • Creating and promoting content for LancsTV, Emirates Old Trafford and The Hundred, where required., • Coordinating internal and external player media activity across men’s and women’s cricket., • Monitoring social channels, responding to supporter queries and escalating reputational issues where required., • Producing digital performance reports and using insights to improve future content., • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date website content, including proof-reading matchday content., • Delivering digital campaigns and content for commercial partners, ensuring rights are fulfilled and activity delivers measurable value and ROI., • A relevant degree (Media, PR, Journalism or similar) and/or 2+ years’ experience in a digitally focused social media or brand role, preferably within sport., • A good knowledge and understanding of cricket is desirable, alongside a genuine interest in the sport and its audiences., • Proven experience managing and growing social media accounts across multiple platforms, with a strong understanding of current trends., • Strong creative flair, with working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, After Effects, InDesign and Premiere Pro., • Experience using Content Management Systems to update websites., • A strong team player, able to communicate effectively with players, coaches, external agencies, suppliers and internal teams., • Excellent time management skills and the ability to work across multiple platforms, tones of voice and diverse audiences., • Experience using social media measurement and reporting tools, with an understanding of how analytics can improve content performance., • Competent in Microsoft Office. At Lancashire Cricket, we take pride in our people and are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive and rewarding workplace. Our benefits package is designed to support wellbeing, flexibility, and development at every stage of your career. Wellbeing & security • Enhanced pension scheme, • Life assurance scheme, • Health Cash Plan covering everyday healthcare costs (including optical and dental), • Confidential on-site counsellor Work-life balance • Enhanced annual leave, increasing with length of service, • Annual leave purchasing scheme, • Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working and TOIL (where role requirements allow) Family & life moments • Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity pay, • Additional paid leave including birthday leave, grandparent leave, pet adoption leave, and moving house leave Development & community • One paid volunteer day each year, • Up to five personal development days annually, • Career break opportunities (subject to eligibility) Being part of Lancashire Cricket • Two Lancashire Cricket Club memberships, • Staff discounts across on-site retail, the Club shop, Caffè Nero and Hilton Garden Inn, • Regular team events and colleague recognition awards Lancashire Cricket Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues to share this commitment and to support a culture where safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Lancashire Cricket proudly agrees to, and abides by, the ECB Safe Hands Policy. For roles involving regulated activity or contact with children, young people, or adults at risk, Lancashire Cricket operates safer recruitment processes. This includes the requirement to complete the appropriate level of ECB DBS clearance before employment can commence, if this role is classified as a regulated activity. We look forward to hearing from you if you have skills that support our future vision. Lancashire Cricket is an equal opportunities organisation, and we are committed to providing new opportunities and striving for greater diversity. We welcome applications from all ages and backgrounds. It is a priority for Lancashire Cricket to ensure our Club appropriately reflects the communities we serve across the North-West. In line with Sport England Guidance, we welcome applications from individuals with the appropriate skills and experience that can contribute to improving diversity of representation and thinking across the Club. #J-18808-Ljbffr

NeoSphere Tech is searching for a Financial Accounting and Advisory Services Manager for one of our prestigious clients. Make an Impact Consulting brings together multiple teams across Transactions, Risk & Consulting, ABA, and Outsourcing to provide client-centric solutions for our current and future clients within the middle market. Our Consulting team has a major role to play in driving forward the growth of the firm with over 1,700 people delivering almost £200m revenue. At the heart of Consulting are the six solutions we offer our clients: business transformation, deal services, finance function support, risk and governance, forensic and investigation services, and restructuring. Our solutions create an enhanced tailored approach to support our clients in achieving their strategic goals and empower our people to make an impact and develop their own unique career path. We are looking for a Manager who will provide support within our growing Financial Accounting and Advisory Services National team in either the Northeast, Northwest, Midlands, South or London and will be responsible for working on a broad range of technical accounting, financial reporting, and business advisory assignments. You’ll make an impact by: • Working on technically challenging projects, which include the practical application of accounting standards under FRS102, IFRS and FRS101, group reconstructions and accounting considerations, conversion to different GAAPs, technical accounting papers and acquisition accounting support., • Becoming a Specialist in financial reporting and a premium advisor to clients., • Coaching and developing junior staff and developing a skill set in business development., • Delivering exceptional client service through regular updates and being the point of contact for all communications. What we are looking for: • ACA qualified or equivalent., • UK GAAP and IFRS financial reporting experience., • Experience of working in a professional practice, ideally in an equivalent accounting advisory team or experience providing written accounting advice to clients., • Strong project management and organisational skills., • Experience of supervision and coaching of junior staff., • Experience of Microsoft Office, with high competency with Excel, Word and PowerPoint. What we can offer you: • Hybrid and flexible working., • 27 days holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days)., • Lifestyle, health, and wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP., • Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse talent development team. Mid-Senior level Full-time Accounting/Auditing, Consulting, and General Business Professional Services and Financial Services #J-18808-Ljbffr

Do you want to work for one of the world’s leading medical device organisations? Our aim is to make a difference to patients’ lives every day, delivering innovative products and technology to make healthcare better. We are committed to advancing healthcare. We have never been afraid to push forward and navigate the best paths for our clients and patients. The Enterprise Account Manager, establishes, maintains, and expands relationships with strategically selected accounts, within the Private sector of the UK market. Supporting divisions with driving activities to enable growth and profitability through assigned strategic account objectives. They will be responsible for supporting the maintenance of business within high touch accounts and development and growth of new business in selected accounts with low touch/market share. • Develops and maintains relationships with the key decision maker (C-Suite, Senior Management across clinical and purchasing and Finance) in select Enterprise accounts and at Healthcare system level e.g. Senior procurement/supply chain and c-suite/board members., • Design, obtain buy-in, and collaborate with all key internal Stryker stakeholders to implement the criteria to select the portfolio of strategic accounts for the Company, while sustaining long term growth., • Develop business and account plans for selected Enterprise Accounts, Outpatient Surgical centres, and new hospital build. Executing and monitoring plans and prioritizing where necessary., • Support, define and deploy the strategic account plan structure and process across the matrixed organization., • Provide strategic guidance and insight along providing recommendations for selected Enterprise Accounts, playing an active role in developing long-term contracts., • Contractual negotiations with select Enterprise Accounts, • Identify and partner with external stakeholders and create innovative partnership concepts to drive Stryker visibility and market share., • Design and develop bespoke value propositions for individual Enterprise Accounts with key stakeholders., • Collaboration with other COE functions in Europe and with Market Access & Health Economics team and to drive value-based offerings., • Conduct Quarterly Business Reviews and strategy meetings to identify further opportunities and link them to the organization’s products/service/solution strategies. Communicate with Business Unit Leaders, Regional Sales Managers & Marketing Managers on a regular basis to share key account information., • Represent multi franchise initiatives internally and externally and provide central co-ordination of efforts, • Run, and understand financial models specifically for cross-divisional offerings working closely with the COE, Tenders, Contracts and Pricing as well as Finance., • Develop comprehensive annual account reports, • Proactively monitor contract compliance levels and evaluate and communicate results to improve compliance, target new business and contract cross divisionally ahead of expiration., • Track monthly progress against goals; identify: Successes, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats (SWOT)., • Work with Enterprise accounts Supply Chain to assist sales in accelerating the sales process and removing obstacles, identify opportunities, and drive long-term customer loyalty., • Identify overarching issues and supply chain concerns across Enterprise accounts and assist in resolution with local sales teams and CoE Tenders, Contracts and pricing, • Delegate operational tasks timely and effectively such as contract activation, price changes/amendments, orders, and invoice payments to partners within supporting enabling functions, • Cultivate the partnership mentality within Enterprise Accounts and identify opportunities to add “non-price” value using existing initiatives, programs, and other forms of aggregated value., • Be knowledgeable on future Stryker product launches and investment to prepare the market as appropriate, driving healthcare economic solutions alongside science driven Med tech., • Gather market data and provide industry analysis as necessary., • Maintain knowledge of market trends, competitive actions, product needs, and customer base., • Maintain and grow knowledge base of capital equipment, disposable products, Flex Financial and ProCare service agreements, as well as associated contract position for each business unit., • Minimum 5 years in a commercial role (strategic selling, key account management, commercial operations, business development, marketing), • Proven business acumen and success within the medical device industry and ideally experience of the Private Sector, • Ability to be successful and achieve results through others who are not direct reports, • Proven ability to influence internal senior level stakeholders, • Can negotiate skilfully in tough situations with both internal and external groups facilitating the achievement of win/win solutions among a variety of stakeholders, • Deep understanding of customer purchasing process and contract / tendering processes and mechanisms, • Solid understanding of Sales & Marketing strategies as well as commercial acumen to drive growth, • Strong financial experience, able to read a P&L and able to read and assess customer financial offerings, • Comprehensive knowledge in connection with the country’s medical economy, • Knowledge of a CRM system preferred, • Computer skills, MS Office, • Presentation skills with modern presentation media, • Valid UK drivers licence. Our benefits include bonuses; commissions; healthcare; family and parenting leaves; wellness programs; onsite gyms and restaurants; discount purchase programs; and service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities. Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and together with our customers, we are driven to make healthcare better. The Company offers a diverse array of innovative medical technologies, including orthopaedics, medical and surgical, and neurotechnology & spine products to help people lead more active and more satisfying lives. Stryker products and services are available in over 100 countries around the world. For more information, please visit our website at www.stryker.com. • United Kingdom: £69,300 - £115,600 GBP Annual At Stryker, we believe transparency helps candidates make confident decisions about their next career step. Compensation is an important part of that process and we want to be clear about how pay is determined. The compensation information posted for this role may be presented as a salary range or a fixed amount depending on the role. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for incentive compensation (such as bonus and/or commissions where applicable), along with Stryker’s comprehensive benefits package. Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. #J-18808-Ljbffr

This range is provided by James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. We are proud to be partnering with a Housing Association in Greater Manchester, who are looking to appoint an Interim Head of Procurement on a three month initial contract with the possibility of extension. This will be a full-time position with very flexible hybrid working and a daily rate of c.£400 (possible room for negotiation for the right candidate). The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the social housing sector and be confident leading teams through large tenders. Duties will include (but are not limited to): • Managing a Procurement team of 3 – 4 staff including a Procurement Manager, Qualified Procurement Officer, Procurement Officer (currently studying) and Procurement Assistant through a period of change, • Active involvement in day to day duties and helping out with tenders – current £18m tender for amalgamation of repairs due to go live before Christmas, • Delivering various business improvement projects (including but not limited to):, • Pipeline Reporting – following quote received from suppliers, • Purchasing Guide clarity, • Implementing improvements to the intranet page, • Influencing procurement decisions across the business including senior level stakeholder engagement, • Working with the Director of Finance and Procurement to ensure smooth running procurement function across the business Experience required: • Experience required in Social Housing, • Experience working on and delivering large tenders, • Experience managing a team through a period of change Working hours: • 36 hours per week, • Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm (flexible) Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don’t forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details. Mid-Senior level Temporary Purchasing Industries: Civic and Social Organizations Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd by 2x Get notified about new Head of Procurement jobs in Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Do you want to work for one of the world’s leading medical device organisations? Our aim is to make a difference to patients’ lives every day, delivering innovative products and technology to make healthcare better. We are committed to advancing healthcare. We have never been afraid to push forward and navigate the best paths for our clients and patients. Do you want to work for one of the world’s leading medical device organisations? Our aim is to make a difference to patients’ lives every day, delivering innovative products and technology to make healthcare better. We are committed to advancing healthcare. We have never been afraid to push forward and navigate the best paths for our clients and patients. The Enterprise Account Manager, establishes, maintains, and expands relationships with strategically selected accounts, within the Private sector of the UK market. Supporting divisions with driving activities to enable growth and profitability through assigned strategic account objectives. They will be responsible for supporting the maintenance of business within high touch accounts and development and growth of new business in selected accounts with low touch/market share. As the primary point of contact to key stakeholders (C‑Suite , Supply chain, procurement) the EAM will use established relationship building, interpersonal, problem‑solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills to simplify and accelerate the buying process across single and often multiple divisions. Responsibilities in this customer‑facing role range from pricing proposal creation, consultative selling, business‑to‑business negotiations, contract execution, contracting implementations and agreement optimisation. The EAM will work closely with their Stryker divisional teammates to share strategies, execute business reviews, contract within and across portfolios, protect price, evaluate contract profitability and grow Stryker share. The EAM will have ability to develop relationships with emerging and influential decision‑makers including C‑Suite, contract managers, supply chain directors and key clinicians, and facilitate communication to help coordinate internal sales activity. The role will develop creative solutions and approaches to support a dynamic product portfolio and changing landscape, drive value‑based procurement positioning, and support acceleration of growth, representing the entire range of Stryker products and services. They will collaborate and co‑ordinate efforts on cross divisional opportunities and act as an ally for growth with the divisions in the Enterprise Accounts. The role will also collaborate closely with the Government Affairs and Market Access department to align strategy to the continuous evolving and changing healthcare landscape and develop cross divisional value propositions. In addition to the selected Enterprise Accounts, the role will support the Director, Enterprise Accounts with specific projects in the region that focus on business expansion opportunities in the market. • Develops and maintains relationships with the key decision maker (C‑Suite, Senior Management across clinical and purchasing and Finance) in select Enterprise accounts and at Healthcare system level e.g. Senior procurement/supply chain and c‑suite/board members., • Design, obtain buy‑in, and collaborate with all key internal Stryker stakeholders to implement the criteria to select the portfolio of strategic accounts for the Company, while sustaining long term growth., • Develop business and account plans for selected Enterprise Accounts, Outpatient Surgical centres, and new hospital build. Executing and monitoring plans and prioritising where necessary., • Support, define and deploy the strategic account plan structure and process across the matrixed organization., • Provide strategic guidance and insight along providing recommendations for selected Enterprise Accounts, playing an active role in developing long‑term contracts., • Contractual negotiations with select Enterprise Accounts, • Identify and partner with external stakeholders and create innovative partnership concepts to drive Stryker visibility and market share., • Design and develop bespoke value propositions for individual Enterprise Accounts with key stakeholders., • Collaboration with other COE functions in Europe and with Market Access & Health Economics team and to drive value‑based offerings., • Conduct Quarterly Business Reviews and strategy meetings to identify further opportunities and link them to the organization’s products/service/solution strategies. Communicate with Business Unit Leaders, Regional Sales Managers & Marketing Managers on a regular basis to share key account information., • Represent multi franchise initiatives internally and externally and provide central co‑ordination of efforts, • Run, and understand financial models specifically for cross‑divisional offerings working closely with the COE, Tenders, Contracts and Pricing as well as Finance., • Develop comprehensive annual account reports, • Proactively monitor contract compliance levels and evaluate and communicate results to improve compliance, target new business and contract cross divisionally ahead of expiration., • Track monthly progress against goals; identify: Successes, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats (SWOT)., • Work with Enterprise accounts Supply Chain to assist sales in accelerating the sales process and removing obstacles, identify opportunities, and drive long‑term customer loyalty., • Identify overarching issues and supply chain concerns across Enterprise accounts and assist in resolution with local sales teams and CoE Tenders, Contracts and pricing, • Delegate operational tasks timely and effectively such as contract activation, price changes/amendments, orders, and invoice payments to partners within supporting enabling functions, • Cultivate the partnership mentality within Enterprise Accounts and identify opportunities to add “non-price” value using existing initiatives, programs, and other forms of aggregated value., • Be knowledgeable on future Stryker product launches and investment to prepare the market as appropriate, driving healthcare economic solutions alongside science driven Med tech., • Gather market data and provide industry analysis as necessary., • Maintain knowledge of market trends, competitive actions, product needs, and customer base., • Maintain and grow knowledge base of capital equipment, disposable products, Flex Financial and ProCare service agreements, as well as associated contract position for each business unit., • Minimum 5 years in a commercial role (strategic selling, key account management, commercial operations, business development, marketing), • Proven business acumen and success within the medical device industry and ideally experience of the Private Sector, • Ability to be successful and achieve results through others who are not direct reports, • Proven ability to influence internal senior level stakeholders, • Can negotiate skilfully in tough situations with both internal and external groups facilitating the achievement of win/win solutions among a variety of stakeholders, • Deep understanding of customer purchasing process and contract / tendering processes and mechanisms, • Solid understanding of Sales & Marketing strategies as well as commercial acumen to drive growth, • Strong financial experience, able to read a P&L and able to read and assess customer financial offerings, • Comprehensive knowledge in connection with the country’s medical economy, • Knowledge of a CRM system preferred, • Computer skills, MS Office, • Presentation skills with modern presentation media, • Valid UK drivers licence. Our benefits include bonuses; commissions; healthcare; family and parenting leaves; wellness programs; onsite gyms and restaurants; discount purchase programs; and service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities. Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and together with our customers, we are driven to make healthcare better. The Company offers a diverse array of innovative medical technologies, including orthopaedics, medical and surgical, and neurotechnology & spine products to help people lead more active and more satisfying lives. Stryker products and services are available in over 100 countries around the world. For more information, please visit our website at www.stryker.com. • United Kingdom: £69,300 - £115,600 GBP Annual At Stryker, we believe transparency helps candidates make confident decisions about their next career step. Compensation is an important part of that process and we want to be clear about how pay is determined. The compensation information posted for this role may be presented as a salary range or a fixed amount depending on the role. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for incentive compensation (such as bonus and/or commissions where applicable), along with Stryker’s comprehensive benefits package. Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. #J-18808-Ljbffr

This is an opportunity for an individual looking for a challenging and exciting role. We are seeking to appoint Resource Centre Technician's in our Resource Centre in the Faculty of Arts & Humanities, at Manchester Metropolitan University. The role holders support duties in the Creative Practice & Galleries workshops and studios environment and associated gallery spaces. Youwill join a diverse team of technical staff, supporting the effective running of the service, supporting learning, teaching, research, outreach and enterprise activities. Workingin the Creative Practice & Galleries Resource Centre teamas a member of Technical Services therole holder will undertake Counter Services, the safe use of standard equipment, general housekeeping duties across the faculty. You should have an interest in working in a technical environment. • Supporting a counter service in the resource centre., • Purchasing and issuing resources using current operating systems., • Basic preparation of workshop, studio and gallery areas using designated equipment in line with service level agreements, • Cleaning of specialist training facilities including: workshops, studios and associated storage areas in preparation for classes and for annual clean down., • Stripping down, setting up and general upkeep of workshop equipment and, machinery etc., • Assisting in the preparation and installation of artwork in the gallery and studio spaces This is an entry level position into a progressive career in Technical Services, you would be supported to develop and excel in this role. We offer a buddy system and comprehensive ongoing training opportunities. Potential opportunity to undertake a “Collections Technician” Level 3 apprenticeship alongside this role. Having a flexible approach to work, strong communication skills and a commitment to quality service are essential. Participation in internal technical events to widen your skills and knowledge are encouraged. • In addition to joining a great team in a varied role, we offer 25 days annual leave (Pro-Rata for Part-Time Roles), plus bank holidays, plus Christmas shutdown., • Staff have access to Vivup, which offers support to staff and many discounts on the high street., • Travel to work using loans and discounts or the cycle to work scheme are available., • Personal Protective Clothing is provided Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals. We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support. Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups. Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy. For informal queries about the position, please get in touch with Adam Butler #J-18808-Ljbffr

Our client, an award-winning rotating equipment repairs workshop, is seeking a Workshop Supervisor for their electrical repairs division. You will report to the Workshop Manager and oversee a team of workshop electrical fitters and other personnel. • Supervise and provide technical support to workshop operatives on the bench and ensure timely clocking., • Dismantle and inspect work to ensure nothing is missed., • Test motors., • Repair motors and rotating equipment, including gearboxes, pumps and generators., • Ensure workload is managed in the workshop and that the team maintains a high standard of customer service from start to finish., • Progress jobs through the workshop., • Check what work is required and order parts., • Cover for the Workshop Manager to price up jobs when on annual leave., • Ensure parts are ordered., • When parts arrive, allocate team members to assemble, test and verify work before dispatch to customers., • Ensure correct workshop procedures are carried out on the shop floor., • Allocate jobs to operatives and monitor progress, including job times in line with quotations; collaborate with the Purchasing Clerk to progress jobs as parts are received., • Monitor and inspect all jobs in progress at key stages and prior to delivery; record all findings., • Maintain training records for operatives., • Deputise for the Workshop Manager when required and take responsibility for all workshop activity., • Manage calibration of measuring equipment., • Attend sites as required for costings or site work, in line with workshop workload., • Join the on-call team handling out-of-hours calls., • Experience as a workshop electrical fitter with work across motors including AC and DC machines., • Experience repairing rotating equipment from an electrical perspective, including motors, pumps, gearboxes and generators., • Right to work in the UK permanently (sponsorship not provided)., • Located in the Greater Manchester/North West of England area or willing to relocate., • Supervisory, management, team leader or senior experience is preferred., • Full clean driving licence., • Ability to cover shifts on a rota basis., • On-call work is required, with additional pay for on-call duties., • Free parking., • OTE around £55,000 (overtime paid at time-and-a-half and double time)., • Career progression., • Mid-Senior level, • Full-time, • Management and Manufacturing, • Technology, Information and Internet #J-18808-Ljbffr

A specialist renewables division within a national group of electrical distribution businesses is looking for a bright and commercially minded graduate to join its team in Trafford Park. The business supplies a broad range of renewable energy technologies to trade customers across the UK, including solar PV, battery storage, inverters and EV charging equipment. Working with suppliers and manufacturers across the UK, Europe and Asia, the commercial team plays an important role in sourcing products, managing stock and supporting the continued growth of the business. The Role As a Graduate Commercial Trainee, you'll play a key role in supporting the Commercial Manager with the day-to-day management of supplier relationships and product purchasing. Your responsibilities will include: • Building and maintaining relationships with suppliers in the UK and internationally, • Supporting procurement and purchasing activities, • Monitoring inventory levels and helping to optimise stock availability, • Analysing sales and purchasing data using Excel to identify trends and opportunities, • Assisting with commercial reporting and supplier performance analysis, • Working closely with internal sales and operations teams to ensure products are available when customers need them Rewards • Starting salary of £31,000 - £32,000, • Uncapped bonus, • Full mentoring from an experienced Commercial Manager, • Excellent training and career development, • Opportunity to build an exciting career within the fast-growing renewables sector, • Working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Requirements To be considered for this Graduate Commercial Trainee role, you should have: • A degree ideally in a business-related subject, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, • Strong Excel skills and confidence working with data, • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities, • A commercial mindset and genuine interest in business, • A proactive attitude and willingness to learn #J-18808-Ljbffr

NHS Jobs in the UK is seeking an Office and Practice Administrator for a GP Practice on a full-time basis. You will handle daily administration, scheduling, bloods liaison, filing, and maintain maintenance logs. This role involves using Emis for appointments, coordinating room bookings, supporting nursing staff, and assisting the Practice Manager with data, purchasing and monthly ledgers. A strong commitment to confidentiality and health and safety is essential. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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