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We are seeking a highly motivated Purchasing Manager for our client based in Colchester. You will take ownership of their procurement function and play a pivotal role in driving efficiency, value, and performance across the business. This is a standalone position that combines hands-on day-to-day purchasing with the opportunity to shape and implement strategic initiatives. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, confident in managing the full purchasing cycle—from administration and order processing through to supplier strategy and performance management. Key Responsibilities • Oversee and action day-to-day purchasing administration, including placing and chasing purchase orders (parts and services) to ensure smooth automotive style production process , managing returns, and maintaining accurate ERP data., • Take full ownership of the purchasing function, ensuring materials and services are delivered on time, to cost, and to quality standards., • Develop and implement procurement strategies that deliver measurable cost savings, efficiency improvements, and risk reduction., • Conduct spend analysis and market research to identify opportunities for improvement., • Build and manage strong supplier relationships to support long-term business objectives., • Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Operations teams to align purchasing activity with operational needs., • Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives., • Introduce best practices and innovation into procurement processes, including digital tools and automation., • Proven experience in a Purchasing Manager or senior procurement role within a fast-moving or growing business. An industrial, assembly or automotive background is ideal, • Demonstrated ability to manage purchasing administration while delivering strategic improvements., • A self-starter with the drive and initiative to lead the function independently., • Track record of delivering savings, improving supplier performance, and implementing effective procurement strategies., • Strong commercial awareness with excellent negotiation and analytical skills., • Hands-on, adaptable, and proactive approach—equally comfortable with strategy and day-to-day tasks., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills., • Familiarity with ERP systems and procurement software., • Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 per annum., • Profit share bonus scheme., • A chance to own and develop the purchasing function in a growing SME business., • A varied role with both operational and strategic responsibility., • Real opportunity to progress within a rapidly growing organisation and eventually grow and lead a team., • Supportive working environment where your impact will be visible and valued.

European Consortium for Political Research. As HR Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting the charity’s people and culture. You’ll provide trusted advice to managers, lead on policy and process development, and support initiatives that enhance staff engagement, wellbeing, and retention

They are looking for a hands-on Research Manager (roughly 60% technical 40% leadership) to improve the way their AI captures and processes data. Position: Research Manager Location: London Salary: £85-110k Benefits: Pension, Private medical insurance with Bupa, Commuter club, Bike2Work s

The Data & Research Manager plays a key role in Youth Futures Foundation’s Impact and Evidence team, helping us understand and address youth unemployment in England. The postholder will lead on managing our data infrastructure including our flagship youth labour market dashboard and contribute

Hard Rock Digital is a team focused on becoming the best online sportsbook, casino, and social gaming company in the world.We’re building a team that resonates passion for learning, operating, and building new products and technologies for millions of consumers.We care about each customer interact

Hiring #ResearchManager #MarketResearch #HealthcareJobs #RemoteJobs #NutritionJobs #AYMES #CommercialLeadership #Sales. We’re Hiring: Market Research Manager. Experienced delivering research across multiple platforms.

Our client is looking for an experienced Research and Strategy Manager to support the development of its award-winning onboard experience through insight-led planning, product innovation, and strategic alignment. Minimum 7 years’ experience in strategy, product insights, research, or consulting—

Senior Project Manager – Oncology R&D // Start-up culture, Pharma resources // Remote. They are looking to hire a Senior Project Manager R&D Oncology to sit across both the well-established & resourced pharma and their dynamic, agile, fast-paced subsidiary to ensure ambitious deadlines are met and

Special events manager Location: Contracted to our Peterborough office with the flexibility for hybrid workingContract type: 12 Month fixed term contract - maternity coverHours: Full time: 37.

One of our small clients is looking for an account manager/research assistant.

Position : Research Manager Location : London Salary : £85-110k Benefits: Pension, Private medical insurance with Bupa, Commuter club, Bike2Work scheme, gym membership, Income protection, Life assurance, equity scheme, continuous professional development. They are looking for a hands-on

This is a full-time on-site Research and Development Manager role located in Whetstone. Research and Development (R&D) and Research skills. The role involves overseeing day-to-day R&D operations, managing research projects, and ensuring innovative product development in line with industry standards.

Research hot policy topics and craft content for national events.

This is a full-time on-site Research and Development Manager role located in Whetstone. Research and Development (R&D) and Research skills. Research, Analyst, and Information Technology.

We’re looking for a Research Manager - Events to research hot policy topics, shape agendas, and secure senior speakers – from MPs and ministers to business leaders and policymakers. Research high-level policy topics and shape event agendas.

Helping companies hire the best research, insights and strategy professionals!. Our client is a global strategic advisory consultancy that blends research, communications, and intelligence to deliver results for some of the world’s most influential organisations. They’re known for bringing a cam

Cairn Research is seeking a motivated and experienced Remote Field Sales Manager to join our dynamic team. Customer Engagement: Identify, engage, and nurture relationships with prospective and existing customers in the life sciences research community. Office Presence: Attend monthly meetings and co

A global research and insights business which provides market leading research across a variety of sectors including entertainment, consumer tech, Edtech, broadcast and more. You will be selling off-the-shelf research, bespoke research solutions and subscriptions based access to business intelligenc

Be among the first 25 applicants.Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Hard Rock Digital is a team focused on becoming the best online sportsbook, casino, and social gaming company in the world.We’re building a team that resonates passion for learning, operating, and buildi

Closing Date:19 November 2025Hours:Full-time, 37 hours per weekTerm:Permanent## Superstore Manager content## About the roleWe are currently looking for a Superstore Manager to join our Retail, Services and Operations team to launch and manage our new Superstore in York. The role of Superstore Manage

Senior Research Program Manager, Quantitative Operations EMEA. Research Scientist Manager, Computer Vision & GenAI. Research Manager, Client Service (Healthcare).

The purpose of the Open Research Manager (RDM & Metrics) is to provide operational management of research data management (RDM) services, developing and delivering researcher-focused services to support the effective management of research data and increase its impact across the university and exter

This role will suit an SRE/RM level researcher working in a research agency, media agency or a client-side insight team (where you’re hands-on with research). Research Services and Market Research. Are you passionate about music, data, and audience insights? Want to work with some of the biggest f

Proven recent experience as a Lead Clinical Data Manager with substantial RAVE experience. Senior Clinical Data Manager (Remote).

Our client, a leading name in the fenestration and curtain walling sector, is seeking an experienced and hands-on R&D Manager to lead their Research & Development function.

The postholder will work in close collaboration with the Director of Research, Engagement and Impact, and provides BAU (business as usual) support to the Dean of Research. The role ensures alignment with institutional priorities, strengthens the sustainability of large-scale investments, enhances re

Lead research projects to generate actionable insights and present these findings to Portfolio Managers and wider investment team. Our client, a leading global asset management firm, is looking to hire a Quantitative Research Analyst to join their Quantitative Equity investment team. The successful

Manager, Technical Support (L2 Focus). Serve as a peer leader with L1 Managers, fostering collaboration on swarming initiatives, bug triage and reporting, and the creation and delivery of knowledge and training across the entire support team.

Senior Consultant (Research Manager) – Market Research – Business. Savanta is a data, market research and advisory company with teams in the UK, Americas, and APAC. Within Savanta, the Business team conducts research for Business‑to‑Business (B2B), partners and suppliers – from raw ingredi

Everest Clinical Research (“Everest”) is a full‑service contract research organization (CRO) providing a broad range of expertise‑based clinical research services to worldwide pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries. Everest recently completed the acquisition of August R

Senior/Staff Product Manager – AI Research at Mimica. Research and understand customer pain points and use cases to inform product development and validate new ideas. Proven experience as a Product Manager for an enterprise or B2B product, with a track record of improving and expanding established

Research Manager / Senior RM - Specialise in the Ever-Evolving Tech Sector Berkshire based consultancy / hybrid 2 days a week in the office GBP Competitive salary + bonus + generous benefits - (posted Jun 5 2025). Job Spec: Fantastic opportunity for a quant led researcher at RM/SRM level to join an

Innovation and Research Policy Manager (Clinical). Supporting the development of ABPI’s policy work to enhance the UK's clinical trials environment, streamline industry access to research infrastructure, demonstrate the international standing of the UK’s clinical trials offering, and demonstrate

Private Markets - Junior VP Investment Research and Strategy - Leading Asset Manager. Senior Research Program Manager, Quantitative Operations EMEA. Research Scientist Manager, Computer Vision & GenAI.

Working with Research Operations and the Research Director to scale team systems and processes as we grow. Our research organisation is led by Katherine Vaughan, our Director of User Research. Taking an active role in our Design Leadership team, alongside our Chief Design Officer, Research Director,

Marketing Manager, Consumer Portfolio. Building and researching a relevant lead database through partnerships and sourcing; creating dynamic campaigns to attract and begin conversations with potential members and clients.

We're looking for a motivated assistant shop manager to join Cancer Research UK's trading team. You'll be acting as an ambassador for Cancer Research UK, supporting the shop manager and your team to maximise income through people, resources and stock. Supporting the shop manager to guide, inspire an

Research and Development Delivery Manager (Metal Mines). We are hiring a Research and Development Delivery Manager to support Mining Remediation Authority’s mission of reducing pollution from legacy metal mines across the UK. Demonstrable experience in research and development project management,

Leveraging the data produced by the Evident AI Index, this role will be responsible for end‑to‑end production of original research insights—spanning ideation, research design, hypothesis testing, analysis, authorship, and continuing updates. Liaise with Research Analysts focused on our topical

We're hiring for an AI Research Manager to join a well-funded defence start-up building intelligent, collaborative systems to help them shape the future of autonomous systems. AI Research Manager - Exciting Defence Start-Up - London. Ability to be both hands-on and manage a small team of AI/ML Engin

As a Regional Sales Manager, you will be responsible for growing the Cornerstone OnDemand customer base and the sales of our learning, performance and talent management software products and services in your territory. Our compensation strategy is based on three fundamental principles: equitable pay

Hiring #ResearchManager #MarketResearch #HealthcareJobs #RemoteJobs #NutritionJobs #AYMES #CommercialLeadership #Sales. Shape and align research strategy to inform business growth. Build and deliver a scalable research programme to unlock commercial opportunities.

Senior/Staff Product Manager - AI Research. Research and understand customer pain points and use cases to inform product development and validate new ideas. Proven experience as a Product Manager for an enterprise or B2B product, with a track record of improving and expanding established products.

Get notified about new Research Manager jobs in. They combine the expertise of seasoned researchers with innovative engineering talent to reimagine how market and opinion research is conducted. As a Research Manager, you will have full ownership of projects from initial scoping to final presentation

Forecasting Research Institute is looking for a Research Manager to join their team. Coordinating a team of research analysts and research assistants, delegating tasks as appropriate, and ensuring that projects stay on track to meet deadlines,. Contributing to the design of research projects that wi

Senior Growth Marketing Manager, Research. Senior Growth Marketing Manager, Research. We’re looking for a strategic and execution-focused Growth Marketing Manager to own demand generation for high‑value accounts for our Research products.

They’re now looking for a Quantitative Research Manager to join their high-performing research team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with quantitative research experience who’s ready to take full ownership of client relationships and projects from start to finish. Manage and deliver

Are you a detail‑driven researcher who loves turning data into meaningful insight?. You’ll oversee workloads, mentor researchers, review and approve outputs, and occasionally represent your team’s work in formal settings as part of expert testimony. Has strong experience in research or data an