Service manager jobs in Glasgow

Buyer and Procurement Officer Location: Scotland Salary: £38,000 Job Type: Full-time Job overview We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Buyer and Procurement Officer to join our procurement team. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing goods and services, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships to ensure the timely and cost-effective acquisition of high-quality products. This role requires excellent negotiation skills, strong analytical abilities, and a thorough understanding of procurement processes. Key Responsibilities Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with suppliers. Maintain a database of approved suppliers and monitor their performance. Sourcing and Purchasing: Source and purchase goods and services in line with company requirements. Ensure timely delivery and adherence to quality standards. Negotiation: Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers to secure the best possible deals in terms of price, quality, and delivery. Contract Management: Prepare and manage procurement contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements. Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels and forecast demand to ensure optimal stock levels. Coordinate with the inventory management team to avoid shortages and excess stock. Cost Control: Monitor and control procurement costs, seeking opportunities for cost savings and process improvements. Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, ethical standards, and legal requirements. Reporting: Prepare and present procurement reports, including spend analysis, supplier performance, and market trends. Provide recommendations for strategic procurement decisions. Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, such as finance, operations, and production, to align procurement activities with overall business objectives. Qualifications/skills Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field. Experience: 2-5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or a related field. Strong negotiation and contract management skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel). Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Key Competencies Negotiation Skills: Ability to effectively negotiate terms and prices to achieve the best possible outcomes for the company. Analytical Thinking: Strong ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions. Attention to Detail: Precision in managing contracts, orders, and inventory to ensure accuracy and compliance. Relationship Management: Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Strategic Thinking: Ability to align procurement activities with the strategic goals of the company.

Job description: 1. Work as a Team Leader, of a team of volunteers, in outreach into the community, discipling, forming small groups that will support and encourage new and existing members, establish ‘Growth Track’ [a simple program designed to teach members with life skills and Bible understanding]. To work under the supervision and guidance of the Strategic Co-ordinator and Senior Pastor. This is a 24-month temporary appointment. 2. Details of duties Key roles and responsibilities: a. Commits his/her life and service to the Lord Jesus Christ and expression of ministry to the church and the world through the VFC structure. b. Subscribes and commits to the values, philosophy and principles held by VFC Glasgow. c. To follow the daily activities and weekly schedule in line with the given plans so as to accomplish the various objectives within the 24-month time frame. d. To raise, develop and mentor new VFC members to become leaders. e. To submit accurate timely reports (financial, outreach, discipleship, etc) that reflect your daily activities. f. Interact with people from different cultural backgrounds and communities to promote the key activities of the VFC Glasgow church. g. To perform any other job or duty that may be assigned under the guidance of the Corporate Missions Coordinator. 3. Salary /Remuneration UK minimum wage will apply 4. Details of the skill, experience and qualification required for the post. 5. To be qualified to impart, establish, and strengthen the VFC Singapore DNA into the VFC Glasgow Church, the Team Members would need: a) To be a practising Christian, in agreement with the tenants of faith of VFC and fully supportive of the values and mission of the church. b) They must have had at least 3 years of lay ministry experience in VFC Singapore i. completed to at least Level 3 in the Life in the Word, bible classes. ii. been a VFC Connect Group leader [small group] for at least 1 year. iii. has a demonstrated an ability to mix and communicate well with people from multicultural backgrounds. iv. to have strong English literacy (speaking and writing abilities) and able to communicate well via phone, email, and face to face. c) To have completed the VFC Singapore Missions Church Planting Training programme [78 classes over 2 months, a full-time live-in program] i. Multiplication Principles & Outreach: Key principles and roles in leading multiplication, Conducting Youth Alpha, Effective outreach strategies and methods, Healing signs and wonders, Keys to consolidation. Outreach activities may include organizing and participating in community events, providing support to individuals seeking spiritual or emotional assistance. ii. Discipleship: How to conduct an Encounter, making disciples, Growth Track, Forming Connect Groups, Training and developing leaders, understanding cross-cultural world views, Thriving in another culture, SOAP bible study method, inductive bible study method, Self-acceptance, and inner healing. iii. TL & Team: Member-care of the team, resolving conflicts, Team dynamics, sacrifice, Faith, Team management, Building a strong team culture, 6. Reporting and Documentation: Maintain accurate records of activities, achievements, challenges, and progress made. Prepare regular reports for VFC Glasgow, detailing the impact of volunteer Christian work. d) Work experience in working with a VFC affiliated church. i. Demonstrate an ability to have previously worked with a VFC church in another nation.