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Mission & Main Objectives: This is an exciting opportunity to join our Client's team as they approach future expansion within the battery manufacturing industry. Reporting to the SCM Production Control Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for parts/material supplier management and inventory, ensuring seamless supply to production. Outline and Responsibilities: Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable and timely supply of materials; presenting risks and mitigations to management when they occur. Maintain accurate inventory records in SAP system and assist with stock audits to minimize stock discrepancies. Lead supplier development activities to ensure SOP readiness to achieve all key Master Schedule milestones. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth supply chain operations. Facilitate meetings and discussions to resolve any issues or conflicts that may arise during the process. Enhance efficiency through development and implementation of key SCM processes. Experience and Qualifications Required: Minimum 3 years experience in Parts/Material Control. Strong understanding of supply chain processes and best practices. Previous project management and cross functional team working experience desirable. Computer literacy, including familiarity with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel. Previous experience working with SAP or other ERP system. Ability to work and interact with all levels in a multicultural organization. Clear written and verbal communication skills at all levels including the ability and confidence to present to the senior management team. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. 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

Technical & Buildings Manager The Sunderland Empire Thinking about a fresh start in the North East, region of culture, castles and coasts? Sunderland is a lively city by the sea, and the Empire Theatre is right at its heart of its transformation—the biggest theatre between Edinburgh and Manchester. Officially one of the best workplaces in the world (GPTW survey 2025) and hosting big West End shows and increasingly buzzing with energy. What's the job? We’re looking for someone experienced in operating within the theatre/live events sector, to lead our technical and facilities team, making sure every show and event runs smoothly and safely. You’ll be the go-to person for visiting productions, manage building projects, and help keep our venue in top shape. You’ll also play a key part in our senior management team, helping shape the future of the theatre. This year you’ll be working on the RSC’s Matilda, Moulin Rouge, Woman in Mind starring Sheridan Smith, pantomime (oh yes you will!) amongst a stellar line up of many others. What you’ll do: Lead and motivate the technical and buildings teams Be the main contact for producers, tour managers, and contractors Champion health, safety, and wellbeing for everyone in the building Oversee budgets and technical projects Make sure the building is always safe, welcoming, and ready for action Work with our creative learning and community teams on events and outreach Collaborate with Technical Operations colleagues across ATG where required What we’re looking for: Experience managing technical teams in live performance venues Strong leadership and people skills Solid knowledge of health & safety and building management - Bonus points for IOSHH/NEBOSH certification or experience with building systems Great at planning, organising, and working under pressure Comfortable with Word, Excel, and Outlook Bonus points for IOSHH/NEBOSH certification or experience with building systems Why join us? Be part of a friendly, ambitious team in a city with loads to offer Help bring world-class shows to the North East Opportunities to grow, learn, and make a real impact We value diversity, inclusion, and sustainability—everyone’s welcome Interested? Please click on the link to view our full Job Description. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strive to provide a stage for everyone. Onstage and off, we hold ourselves accountable for nurturing an inclusive culture. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer, which means that we are taking action to ensure that people with disabilities and long-term health conditions feel supported, engaged and able to fulfil their potential in the workplace. We will offer an interview or recruitment event to disabled candidates who tell us they wish to participate in the scheme and who demonstrate in their application that they best meet the essential criteria for the role. Where we receive more applications than we are reasonably able to interview for any given role, we will retain applications for the next available interview opportunity wherever possible. If you’d like to discuss accessibility prior to applying, please email where you can find our contact details to request a confidential discussion. Salary: Circa £50k depending on experienceClosing Date: