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Health and Social Care Assessor \n Colchester and Surrounding Areas | Hybrid working \n Full Time & Part Time Available | Permanent \n £27,000 - £30,000 per year + bonus + expenses \n \n Please only apply if you meet the following essential criteria: \n\n • Level 3+ qualification in Health & Social Care\n, • Minimum 2 years’ recent experience in Adult Health & Social Care (Senior Carer level or above)\n, • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel\n\n \n Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet all the essential criteria listed above. \n \n This role would suit candidates with experience in Adult Care as a Senior Carer, Care Coordinator, Team Leader, Deputy Manager, Registered Manager, Care Manager or an existing Health & Social Care Assessor \n \n The Role \n\n • We’re recruiting for a Health and Social Care Assessor to support learners working towards apprenticeship qualifications across workplace settings.\n, • You will support, coach and assess learners, helping them develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to successfully complete their programme.\n, • You will work with learners across Colchester and surrounding areas, combining remote delivery with planned workplace visits.\n, • You will manage your own diary and workload to meet key performance targets and ensure learner progress.\n, • No learner sourcing is required – all learners are provided, allowing you to focus on delivery, coaching and assessment.\n, • This role is sometimes referred to as Apprenticeship Assessor, Health and Social Care Tutor or Skills Coach within Health and Social Care.\n\n \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Build strong relationships with learners and employers through regular reviews and engagement\n, • Deliver high-quality teaching, coaching and assessment sessions aligned to apprenticeship standards\n, • Conduct workplace observations to assess practical competency\n, • Review learner work and provide timely, constructive feedback\n, • Support learners with Functional Skills (Maths & English) where required\n, • Prepare learners for End Point Assessment (EPA)\n, • Monitor learner progress and ensure timely achievement of qualifications\n, • Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and a safe learning environment at all times\n\n \n Benefits \n\n • Home-based role with planned travel (mileage and expenses paid)\n, • 25 days holiday + bank holidays + Christmas & New Year shutdown\n, • Bonus scheme\n, • Pension & life assurance\n, • Health cash plan & wellbeing support\n, • EV car scheme access\n, • Access to employee discounts\n, • Referral bonus\n, • Plus, many more\n\n \n About t2 Group \n t2 Group is the UK’s largest health and social care apprenticeship provider, delivering high-quality apprenticeships and professional qualifications. \n We focus on quality, consistency, and supporting both learners and employers to achieve strong outcomes across the Health & Social Care sector. \n \n Apply today to join our team and support the next generation of Health & Social Care professionals.

Head of Procurement Looking to take the function to the next level — improving visibility and strengthening supplier strategy Salary:Competitive salary plus package Working Hours:Full-time, 8.30am – 5.15pm (Monday-Friday) About the role: My client is a HVAC wholesale business specialising in air conditioning, ventilation and associated products. As they scale, they need a Head of Procurement to take the function to the next level — improving visibility, strengthening supplier strategy, and helping the business operate more efficiently as it grows. While the role requires regular on-site presence across the sites, they offer flexibility where possible. What you’ll be doing: Lead, develop and mentor a high-performing procurement team and assess the potential of a category management approach / practice Own and deliver a procurement strategy that improves stock availability, margin, and supplier performance Improve procurement processes, systems, and data to increase visibility and reduce manual activity Enable procurement automation to reduce manual processes and labour inefficiency. Assist the Supplier Relationship Manager in managing key supplier relationships, driving commercial value through effective negotiation of pricing, rebates, and long-term supply agreements. Take ownership of inventory performance, balancing availability, lead times, and working capital Expand drop ship and supplier-led fulfilment models Work closely with operations and sales to align supply with demand What you’ll bring: Experience leading procurement or supply chain in wholesale, distribution, or technical product environments (HVAC ideal) Track record of developing high performing departments and teams Strong background in supplier negotiation and global sourcing Experience improving procurement processes, systems, or automation Confident using ERP systems and data to support decisions Experience managing stock, product ranges, and inventory performance including demand planning Understanding of imports, lead times, and international supply chains (EU/Asia) Commercial mindset with a practical, hands-on approach Benefits: 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays! (rising with service to a maximum of 28 days) Quarterly Bonus Scheme BUPA healthcare Free on‑site parking Car Allowance Free snacks, cold drinks, and a seriously good coffee machine Employee Assistance Programme Dress down Friday's Internal recognition scheme Monthly Spin The Wheel Annual pay reviews & development plans Employee pension scheme * Cycle To Work Scheme

Location: Essex, UK Salary: Competitive + benefits Sector: Fresh Produce | Procurement | Commercial Ready to take your procurement career to the next level? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Fresh Produce Procurement Manager to take ownership of a dynamic product portfolio and play a key role in ensuring the right produce is sourced, at the right quality, at the right price — and at the right time. This is a role for someone who understands that successful procurement isn’t simply about negotiating a price. It’s about knowing the market, understanding supply, building trusted grower relationships and spotting opportunities before the competition does. What will you be doing? You’ll take responsibility for the end-to-end procurement of raw material, working closely with growers, suppliers, commercial teams, technical colleagues, logistics and customers. Your responsibilities will include: Developing and managing a strong network of UK and international growers and suppliers Negotiating commercial terms, pricing and supply agreements Monitoring market conditions, crop forecasts, availability and pricing Securing reliable supply while maintaining the required quality standards Building long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with growers and suppliers Managing supply risk and identifying alternative sources where required Working closely with Technical and Quality teams to ensure suppliers meet customer requirements Supporting commercial teams with market intelligence, pricing and product availability Identifying new sourcing opportunities and potential suppliers Managing budgets, margins and procurement performance Using market knowledge and data to make commercially sound decisions What are they looking for? The successful candidate will ideally have proven procurement experience within fresh produce, horticulture, food manufacturing or a closely related environment. They’ll be someone who: Understands the fresh produce supply chain Has strong commercial and negotiation skills Builds excellent relationships with growers and suppliers Is confident working with pricing, margins and market data Can negotiate firmly without compromising long-term relationships Has excellent communication and influencing skills Is commercially driven, proactive and highly organised Can react quickly when markets and supply conditions change Enjoys getting into the detail but can also see the bigger picture Most importantly, they’ll be a relationship builder, commercially astute and genuinely passionate about fresh produce. Why this opportunity? This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where procurement is central to commercial success. You’ll have the autonomy to influence sourcing strategy, develop supplier relationships and make a tangible difference to the performance of the business. If you know your growers from your growers’ prices, understand how quickly a crop situation can change, and thrive on the challenge of securing great produce in a competitive market — this could be the role for you. Interested? If you’re an experienced Fresh Produce Procurement professional looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now for a confidential conversation about the opportunity or call Ian Reed at Redfox quoting ref: 6107IR

Energy Jobline ZR in Essex, UK, is seeking an experienced Fresh Produce Procurement Manager to own a dynamic product portfolio, sourcing high-quality produce at the right price and time.

Education Delivery Consultant – Fast Paced, Dynamic Organisation – Essex/London Overview This role forms part of a fast-paced, dynamic team committed to supporting high-quality educational provision for learners. The organisation prides itself on a collaborative culture, ongoing development opportunities and a supportive working environment. Location As part of this role, you would be required to work from our head office based in Harlow in Essex and visit our learner sites in London to monitor learner engagement and tuition progress. Role Purpose The Education Delivery Consultant focuses on supporting tutors, families, and partner organisations to ensure effective, impactful educational delivery. The role involves relationship management, coordination of support services, and ongoing oversight of tuition activity within the local area. Reports to: Education Manager Key Responsibilities Sourcing tutors and support staff through a range of methods, including database searches, job boards, advertising, social media, referrals and professional networks. Acting as a primary point of contact for tutors/support staff, understanding their skills and aligning them with appropriate educational needs. Overseeing the full provision process, including coordination, guidance, progress monitoring, and ongoing support. Building and maintaining effective relationships with Local Authorities to support collaboration and service delivery. Developing a strong understanding of the local area, its communities, clients, and tutor networks to identify opportunities and maintain positive partnerships. Providing ongoing support to tutors and families, including site visits to ensure progress and positive learner engagement. Managing workload, prioritising tasks effectively, and maintaining high professional standards.Skills, Knowledge & Experience Background in education is preferred. Experience within sales/recruitment, or related professional sectors. Interest, knowledge or passion for SEND/SEMH education. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently with a proactive, solutions-focused approach. Confidence with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook). Full driving licence and access to a vehicle.What the Organisation Provides A positive and collaborative team culture. A supportive office environment. Funded training and professional development delivered internally and externally. A structured framework for progression. Full benefits package + commission INDREC

Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our leading Essex based client to recruit for a Procurement Manager (Electronics) The role: You will take a leading role in driving subcontractor performance and supplier capability across complex, cutting-edge programmes. You will play a key part in strategically managing important PCBA system integration projects, each at different stages of their lifecycle, ensuring seamless progression from concept through to stable production. Main Responsibilities: Subcontract & Supplier Delivery Lead supplier selection activities ensuring capability, capacity, and maturity alignment to programme phase (NPI through to production ramp) and delivery risk profile. Own end-to-end delivery performance of assigned subcontractors, ensuring alignment to programme milestones, cost targets, and quality requirements. Establish and maintain robust supplier delivery plans, tracking performance against agreed schedules and proactively managing risks and constraints. Lead recovery planning and execution for underperforming suppliers, driving timely resolution of delivery or quality issues. Supplier Readiness & Technical Programme Support Engage suppliers early in the design and NPI phases to ensure technical capability, capacity, and readiness to support programme requirements. Conduct supplier readiness and capability assessments, including industrialisation, compliance, and documentation maturity. Ensure alignment between engineering change processes and supplier execution, minimising disruption to programme delivery. Support structured onboarding and qualification of suppliers, including compliance with regulatory and environmental standards. Commercial & Contract Management Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned to programme and business objectives. Lead contractual negotiations and establish framework agreements that appropriately manage delivery risk, performance expectations, and commercial outcomes. Manage change control, variations, and commercial risks throughout the subcontract lifecycle. Supplier Performance & Development Drive supplier performance management through data-driven reviews, KPIs, and structured improvement plans. Identify and implement supplier development initiatives to improve capability, capacity, quality, and delivery reliability. Develop resilient supply strategies including dual sourcing and alternative supplier identification. Cross-Functional Leadership Act as the primary link between procurement, suppliers, engineering, quality, and manufacturing to ensure integrated execution. Support programme teams in defining procurement requirements and ensuring supplier deliverables meet technical and programme objectives. Provide clear communication and escalation of supplier-related risks and opportunities. Experience, Skills and Qualifications Significant experience in procurement, subcontract management, or supply chain roles within a technical or engineering environment. Demonstrated experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) and managing supplier engagement from design through to production. Strong understanding of supplier readiness, qualification processes, and compliance requirements, including regulatory, environmental, and quality standards. Proven ability to manage supplier performance and deliver recovery in challenging delivery environments. Experience working within complex, low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environments. Strong commercial and contractual acumen, with experience managing risk and negotiating agreements. Excellent cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills. Analytical capability with strong data handling skills, including Excel, SQL and ERP systems such as SAP. Professional procurement qualifications, such as MCIPS are desirable. Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering discipline would be advantageous. Eligibility for Security Check (SC) clearance is a requirement Some travel within UK 52048DHR INDPRO The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position

Head of Procurement Looking to take the function to the next level — improving visibility and strengthening supplier strategy Salary:Competitive salary plus package Working Hours:Full-time, 8.30am – 5.15pm (Monday-Friday) About the role: My client is a HVAC wholesale business specialising in air conditioning, ventilation and associated products. As they scale, they need a Head of Procurement to take the function to the next level — improving visibility, strengthening supplier strategy, and helping the business operate more efficiently as it grows. While the role requires regular on-site presence across the sites, they offer flexibility where possible. What you’ll be doing: • Lead, develop and mentor a high-performing procurement team and assess the potential of a category management approach / practice, • Own and deliver a procurement strategy that improves stock availability, margin, and supplier performance, • Improve procurement processes, systems, and data to increase visibility and reduce manual activity, • Enable procurement automation to reduce manual processes and labour inefficiency., • Assist the Supplier Relationship Manager in managing key supplier relationships, driving commercial value through effective negotiation of pricing, rebates, and long-term supply agreements., • Take ownership of inventory performance, balancing availability, lead times, and working capital, • Expand drop ship and supplier-led fulfilment models, • Work closely with operations and sales to align supply with demand What you’ll bring: • Experience leading procurement or supply chain in wholesale, distribution, or technical product environments (HVAC ideal), • Track record of developing high performing departments and teams, • Strong background in supplier negotiation and global sourcing, • Experience improving procurement processes, systems, or automation, • Confident using ERP systems and data to support decisions, • Experience managing stock, product ranges, and inventory performance including demand planning, • Understanding of imports, lead times, and international supply chains (EU/Asia), • Commercial mindset with a practical, hands-on approach Benefits: • 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays! (rising with service to a maximum of 28 days), • Quarterly Bonus Scheme, • BUPA healthcare, • Free on‑site parking, • Car Allowance, • Free snacks, cold drinks, and a seriously good coffee machine, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Dress down Friday's, • Internal recognition scheme, • Monthly Spin The Wheel, • Annual pay reviews & development plans, • Employee pension scheme, • Cycle To Work Scheme

Location: Essex, UK Salary: Competitive + benefits Sector: Fresh Produce | Procurement | Commercial Ready to take your procurement career to the next level? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Fresh Produce Procurement Manager to take ownership of a dynamic product portfolio and play a key role in ensuring the right produce is sourced, at the right quality, at the right price — and at the right time. This is a role for someone who understands that successful procurement isn’t simply about negotiating a price. It’s about knowing the market, understanding supply, building trusted grower relationships and spotting opportunities before the competition does. What will you be doing? You’ll take responsibility for the end-to-end procurement of raw material, working closely with growers, suppliers, commercial teams, technical colleagues, logistics and customers. Your responsibilities will include: • Developing and managing a strong network of UK and international growers and suppliers, • Negotiating commercial terms, pricing and supply agreements, • Monitoring market conditions, crop forecasts, availability and pricing, • Securing reliable supply while maintaining the required quality standards, • Building long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with growers and suppliers, • Managing supply risk and identifying alternative sources where required, • Working closely with Technical and Quality teams to ensure suppliers meet customer requirements, • Supporting commercial teams with market intelligence, pricing and product availability, • Identifying new sourcing opportunities and potential suppliers, • Managing budgets, margins and procurement performance, • Using market knowledge and data to make commercially sound decisions What are they looking for? The successful candidate will ideally have proven procurement experience within fresh produce, horticulture, food manufacturing or a closely related environment. They’ll be someone who: • Understands the fresh produce supply chain, • Has strong commercial and negotiation skills, • Builds excellent relationships with growers and suppliers, • Is confident working with pricing, margins and market data, • Can negotiate firmly without compromising long-term relationships, • Has excellent communication and influencing skills, • Is commercially driven, proactive and highly organised, • Can react quickly when markets and supply conditions change, • Enjoys getting into the detail but can also see the bigger picture Most importantly, they’ll be a relationship builder, commercially astute and genuinely passionate about fresh produce. Why this opportunity? This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where procurement is central to commercial success. You’ll have the autonomy to influence sourcing strategy, develop supplier relationships and make a tangible difference to the performance of the business. If you know your growers from your growers’ prices, understand how quickly a crop situation can change, and thrive on the challenge of securing great produce in a competitive market — this could be the role for you. Interested? If you’re an experienced Fresh Produce Procurement professional looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now for a confidential conversation about the opportunity or call Ian Reed at Redfox quoting ref: 6107IR

Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our leading Essex based client to recruit for an Indirect Category Manager. The role: You will be balancing a variety of spend categories, managing multiple stakeholders. Main responsibilities: Control of the sourcing strategy for a selected group of indirect commodities. Identify, benchmark, and select new suppliers to deliver your sourcing strategy. Manage an established global network of suppliers and contracts to deliver against challenging project schedules. Establish contracts and framework agreements to ensure security of supply and delivery of improvements against KPIs. Identify alternative sources to reduce supply costs and improve quality. Implement and progress effective supplier development plans, yielding tangible improvements. Co-ordinate activities between the business and suppliers to improve performance aligned with operational and business priorities. Manage supplier performance, drawing on your experience and performance data to yield consistent improvements. Work with project teams to establish procurement requirements and ensure suppliers are managed to deliver against project milestones, specifications, and objectives. Skills and Experience required: Specific indirect commodity management experience Experience working in a manufacturing environment (preferably low volume / high mix). Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject would be advantageous. MCIPS qualifications would be advantageous. Working with excel to compile and evaluate data will be an important aspect of your role. MS Office proficient - Word, Excel, Access, Project, Visio, PowerPoint. Managing change in the right way. 51593DHR2 INDPRO The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position

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