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Senior Software Engineer - TypeScript / Next.Js / SQL A growing technology-led business is rebuilding and modernising the core system — including billing, invoicing, reconciliation, integrations, operational workflows, reporting, customer tooling, and internal platforms. These systems sit at the heart of the organisation and directly influence revenue, operational efficiency, customer trust, and commercial decision-making. This role is suited to someone who enjoys solving complex operational and data problems, and who takes ownership of outcomes rather than simply delivering tickets. Strong engineering judgement, systems thinking, and an appreciation for correctness are essential in an environment where mistakes can have meaningful downstream impact. AI-assisted development is already central to the engineering workflow. Tools such as Claude Code and Cursor are actively used day-to-day, and senior engineers are expected to use them confidently and pragmatically. What You’ll Be Responsible For • Designing and evolving business-critical systems across operations, finance, integrations, and customer workflows, • Leading technical investigations into workflows, operational issues, integrations, and data discrepancies, • Partnering closely with finance, operations, support, engineering teams, and customers to solve complex business problems, • Leading technical and operational discussions with customers over calls and video meetings, • Building systems that are accurate, auditable, explainable, scalable, and maintainable, • Driving improvements in reliability, observability, documentation, and engineering standards, • Using AI-assisted development tools to accelerate delivery while maintaining engineering quality and judgement, • Helping shape technical direction, architecture, and long-term platform decisions What They’re Looking For Essential • Strong TypeScript experience across frontend and backend systems, • Deep experience with Next.js, NestJS, and modern backend architecture, • Strong SQL and data modelling skills, ideally PostgreSQL, • Experience building and maintaining business-critical systems where correctness, auditability, and operational reliability matter, • Strong understanding of distributed systems, data flows, reconciliation logic, and failure handling, • Comfortable working through operational exceptions, edge cases, and complex integrations, • Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Highly Desirable • Go experience, particularly in backend systems, infrastructure, concurrency-heavy workloads, or performance-sensitive services, • Experience in logistics, shipping, or supply chain operations, • Background in billing, invoicing, payments, finance, audit, or compliance-heavy environments, • Familiarity with cloud infrastructure, APIs, and data-heavy integrations, • Hands-on experience with AI tooling such as Claude Code or Cursor as part of daily engineering workflows Salary & Benefits • Up to £75,000 depending on experience, • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Flexible working arrangements - 3 days office / 2 days remote, • Opportunity to shape systems critical to business operations Interested? Please Click Apply Now! Senior Software Engineer - TypeScript / Next.Js / SQL

Process Automation & Digitalization Specialist Location: Manchester Rate: £30 (An hour) Duration: 12 Months Initially Location: Manchester IR35: Inside (Must use an umbrella company) Key Responsibilities • Process Automation: Identify, design, and implement automation solutions (workflow automation, automated reporting, data validation, milestone monitoring, exception management, document processing, and notification workflows) to eliminate manual tasks in supply operations processes, • AI & Analytics: Support development based on AI/ML-based tools for decision support, data analysis, predictive capabilities, and operational insights within Supply Operations team, • Digitalization: Support the digital transformation roadmap by building prototypes, proof-of-concepts, dashboards, Power Apps, and scalable digital solutions, • Integration: Connect automation solutions with existing systems (SAP S/4HANA, planning tools, reporting platforms, SharePoint, Microsoft Power Platform, and visibility tools), • Documentation & Knowledge Transfer: Create technical documentation, process guides, and user training materials to ensure sustainability beyond the contract period, • Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with Supply Operations team (Logistics & Order Management Europe (ELOM), Planning & Customs), operations leads, and IT to understand pain points and translate them into practical technical solutions, • Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities for simplification, standardization, and efficiency improvements across operational and reporting processes Required Skills & Experience: • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Supply Chain Analytics, or related technical discipline, • Proven experience in process automation (Python, Power Automate, Power Apps, UiPath, or similar technologies), • Working knowledge of AI/ML tools and frameworks (e.g., machine learning libraries, NLP, generative AI applications, AI copilots, or automation agents), • Experience with data manipulation and visualization (SQL, Power BI, Databricks, Excel automation, or equivalent), • Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA preferred), • Experience working with APIs, system integrations, and structured/unstructured data sources * Ability to work independently, manage multiple workstreams, and deliver within tight timescales, • Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into business-friendly language for non-technical stakeholders Desirable: • Experience in supply chain, logistics, or manufacturing environments, • Familiarity with SAP S/4HANA, APO, OTM, or logistics visibility platforms, • Experience with API integrations and cloud platforms (Azure preferred), • Exposure to Agile or iterative delivery methods, • Knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform ecosystem (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate), • Experience supporting digital transformation or automation initiatives in operational environments

Spectrum Brands is a ~$3B global consumer products company with a portfolio of trusted, market-leading brands. Within Home & Personal Care, we operate brands including Remington, Black & Decker, George Foreman and PowerXL spanning across multiple consumer categories. We’re looking for two EMEA Category Planners to join our growing Supply Chain team, supporting the Home & Personal Care (HPC) division across the EMEA region. This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced planners who thrive in production/manufacturing environments, particularly those managing long lead-time supply chains. You’ll play a key role in translating demand into actionable supply plans, ensuring excellent product availability while optimising inventory and working capital. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, international environment and collaborating across regions (including the Far East), this role offers real scope to make an impact. The Role As an EMEA Category Planner, you will own the end-to-end supply planning process for your category, ensuring alignment between demand, procurement, and supply execution. Key responsibilities include: • Translating business forecasts into effective procurement and supply plans, working closely with demand and commercial teams, • Managing long lead-time supply planning within a production/manufacturing environment, • Leading new product launches and lifecycle planning, ensuring smooth phase-in/phase-out (PIPO), • Acting as a key point of contact for suppliers, including coordination with Far East partners, • Owning the full purchase order lifecycle, from creation through to delivery, • Building and managing replenishment plans across multiple locations, • Monitoring inventory to balance service levels (target 95%+) with working capital optimisation, • Maintaining accurate master data and cost inputs within SAP, • Tracking and improving key KPIs including OTIF, stock cover, supplier performance, and order fill rate, • Contributing to and supporting the wider S&OP process About You We are looking for experienced supply chain professional who combines strong planning capability with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset. We’re particularly looking for: • Proven experience in supply planning within a production or manufacturing environment, • Strong understanding of long lead-time supply chains, • Experience working with international suppliers, ideally including the Far East, • Solid systems knowledge – SAP experience is essential, with S/4HANA (S4) highly desirable, • Highly experienced with MS Excel, • Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into actionable insights, • Experience balancing service, cost, and inventory performance, • Confident stakeholder management skills, able to work cross-functionally and across regions, • Highly organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities Experience within consumer goods and exposure to tools such as SAP IBP would be advantageous, alongside a relevant degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Economics, or a related field. If you’re looking for your next challenge in a dynamic, international supply chain environment, we’d love to hear from you – apply now to be part of a team where you can make a real impact Benefits • 25 days holiday + Bank holidays, • Company Pension, • Life Assurance, • Healthcare plan, • Colleague discount, • Hybrid working (3 days onsite, 2 days WFH)

Multimodal Logistics Coordinator Location: Manchester Salary: £27,000 – £35,000 Ready to move past basic data entry? Join a dynamic, fast-growing Manchester logistics provider that treats its operations team as the backbone of the business. Take full ownership of global trade lanes in a role where your expertise genuinely matters. Your Role: • End-to-End Freight: Manage the full lifecycle of global imports and exports across Air, Sea, and Road., • Supply Chain Synergy: Act as the main link between overseas agents, shipping lines, and transport teams., • Customs & Compliance: Handle customs entries and regulatory paperwork smoothly for hassle-free border crossings., • Client Management: Provide proactive updates and creative problem-solving for key customer accounts., • Financial Control: Manage job files with a commercial mindset, ensuring accurate costing, invoicing, and margin protection. What You Need: • Experience: 2+ years in a fast-paced UK freight forwarding environment., • Systems: Hands-on experience with CargoWise, MultiFreight, or similar software., • Compliance: Strong understanding of current UK customs procedures and trade regulations., • Skills: Excellent attention to detail and sharp problem-solving abilities under pressure. What’s in it for You? • Career Growth: Structured internal promotions and company-funded industry certifications., • Great Culture: A modern, supportive office environment that rewards high performance., • Stability: Long-term job security with an established market leader.

Spectrum Brands, a ~$3B global consumer products company, are on the lookout for an experienced and commercially minded EMEA Demand Planning Manager to lead the demand planning function across our Home & Personal Care division throughout Europe, the UK, Middle East and Africa. This is a high-impact leadership role, responsible for driving forecast accuracy, improving planning capability, and ensuring the business has a robust and aligned demand plan to support strategic growth. Reporting into the Head of EMEA Planning, you will lead a team of seven Demand Planners and play a key role within the wider S&OP process. Working cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain and Finance, you’ll ensure demand plans are both commercially informed and operationally achievable, enabling effective decision-making across the region. This role would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building high-performing teams, and is passionate about using data, insight and collaboration to drive business performance. The Role As EMEA Demand Planning Manager, you will own the end-to-end demand planning process across multiple EMEA markets, ensuring the delivery of a single aligned consensus forecast that supports operational and financial objectives. You’ll lead the Demand Review process within S&OP, providing an accurate unconstrained forecast while identifying risks, opportunities and key market insights for senior stakeholders. A key part of the role will be developing and embedding consistent forecasting standards, governance and best practices across the region, whilst still allowing flexibility for local market requirements. You’ll work closely with commercial teams to understand promotional activity, product launches and market trends, ensuring forecasts reflect the latest business intelligence. Partnering with Supply Planning and Finance, you’ll help balance demand with operational capability and support wider budgeting and forecasting activities. Alongside leading the team day-to-day, you’ll focus heavily on continuous improvement - analysing forecast performance, identifying root causes, improving processes and driving planning maturity across the organisation. You’ll also support system enhancements and project activity linked to demand planning and wider supply chain transformation initiatives. Success in the role will be measured through forecast accuracy and bias, inventory optimisation, excess and obsolete stock management, and customer service performance. About You We are looking for an experienced Demand Planning leader with a strong understanding of S&OP and a proven ability to operate within complex regional or global environments. You bring both strategic thinking and operational delivery, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and drive alignment across cross-functional teams. You’ll be confident leading and developing teams, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. Strong analytical capability is essential, alongside the ability to turn data into clear insight and actionable recommendations. You’ll also bring experience working with ERP and planning systems such as SAP, S/4 Hana, SAP IBP or similar tools, with a solid understanding of forecasting methodologies, planning governance and demand analytics. You’ll ideally have: • 5+ years’ experience within Demand Planning, including leadership experience managing planning teams, • Strong exposure to S&OP processes within a fast-paced commercial environment, • Experience working with forecasting and planning systems such as SAP, SAP IBP or similar, • Strong analytical and forecasting capability, including statistical analysis and interpretation, • Experience managing complex supply chains, including Far East / long lead-time suppliers, • The ability to influence and collaborate effectively across Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain and Finance, • A degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Logistics, Economics or a related discipline This is an exciting opportunity to join a business operating across a diverse and growing EMEA region, where you’ll have real visibility, influence and the ability to shape planning capability at scale. You’ll be joining a collaborative environment that values innovation, continuous improvement and strong leadership, with the opportunity to make a genuine impact across the organisation. Benefits • 25 days holiday + Bank holidays, • Company Pension, • Life Assurance, • Private Health Care, • Colleague discount, • Hybrid working (3 days onsite, 2 days WFH)

Finance Manager required for an expanding logistics group Your new company Your new company is a large global logistics group known for delivering fast, reliable supply chain solutions backed by advanced technology and a global distribution network. With a focus on precision, transparency, and customer care, they help businesses move goods efficiently across local and international markets. Your new roleAs the Finance Manager you will oversee all General Ledger and financial accounting activity for the EMEA region within a central Shared Service Centre. You will lead the move towards standardised multi country accounting, ensuring strong controls, smooth month end close, and consistency across all forms of reporting. The role focusses on leadership, governance, and continuous improvement owning quality, compliance, and increasing automation across the business. You will ensure full compliance with US GAAP while meeting all applicable local statutory requirements. Maintaining a robust internal control environment and remain consistently prepared for audits is going to be crucial in this highly visible role. You will need to provide accurate and timely financial close deliverables each month, quarter, and year, whilst leading and developing a team a high functioning team. What you'll need to succeedTo succeed in this role, you will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified and need a strong background in General Ledger and financial accounting across multinational environments, along with a good understanding and knowledge of US GAAP, whilst aligning with local statutory requirements. You will have strong experience within a Shared Service environment, with the ability to demonstrate how you have driven standardisation and process optimisation, whilst maintaining rigorous internal controls and ensuring full audit readiness. The successful candidate will require a track record of delivering accurate and timely month end, quarter end, and year end close results, combined with the ability to be a strong leader and guide teams through ongoing transformation, automation, and continuous improvements, all whilst being in a fast paced and dynamic environment. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive a salary of £65,000 along with competitive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work life balance. You’ll be joining a forward thinking, acquisitive organisation where you can shape meaningful improvements, contribute to a high performing regional finance function, and develop your career within a dynamic, collaborative, and increasingly automated environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. # 4785328

Role Profile: Process Automation & Digitalization Specialist Location: Manchester, UK Contract Type: Temporary (6 months) Rate: £21.90 per hour Purpose of the Role Support the Europe Supply Operations Transformation agenda by designing, developing, and deploying automation solutions and digital tools that improve operational efficiency across supply planning, Logistics & Order Management Europe (ELOM), logistics visibility, and customs processes. Bring technical expertise in AI, process automation, data analytics, and digitalization to accelerate ongoing transformation initiatives and support the development of scalable digital capabilities across Supply Operations. Key Responsibilities • Process Automation: Identify, design, and implement automation solutions (workflow automation, automated reporting, data validation, milestone monitoring, exception management, document processing, and notification workflows) to eliminate manual tasks in supply operations processes, • AI & Analytics: Support development based on AI/ML-based tools for decision support, data analysis, predictive capabilities, and operational insights within Supply Operations team, • Digitalization: Support the digital transformation roadmap by building prototypes, proof-of-concepts, dashboards, Power Apps, and scalable digital solutions, • Integration: Connect automation solutions with existing systems (SAP S/4HANA, planning tools, reporting platforms, SharePoint, Microsoft Power Platform, and visibility tools), • Documentation & Knowledge Transfer: Create technical documentation, process guides, and user training materials to ensure sustainability beyond the contract period, • Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with Supply Operations team (Logistics & Order Management Europe (ELOM), Planning & Customs), operations leads, and IT to understand pain points and translate them into practical technical solutions, • Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities for simplification, standardization, and efficiency improvements across operational and reporting processes Required Skills & Experience • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Supply Chain Analytics, or related technical discipline, • Proven experience in process automation (Python, Power Automate, Power Apps, UiPath, or similar technologies), • Working knowledge of AI/ML tools and frameworks (e.g., machine learning libraries, NLP, generative AI applications, AI copilots, or automation agents), • Experience with data manipulation and visualization (SQL, Power BI, Databricks, Excel automation, or equivalent), • Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA preferred), • Experience working with APIs, system integrations, and structured/unstructured data sources, • Ability to work independently, manage multiple workstreams, and deliver within tight timescales, • Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into business-friendly language for non-technical stakeholders Desirable • Experience in supply chain, logistics, or manufacturing environments, • Familiarity with SAP S/4HANA, APO, OTM, or logistics visibility platforms, • Experience with API integrations and cloud platforms (Azure preferred), • Exposure to Agile or iterative delivery methods, • Knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform ecosystem (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate), • Experience supporting digital transformation or automation initiatives in operational environments Key Competencies • Problem-solving and analytical thinking, • Self-starter with initiative to identify opportunities and drive improvements, • Collaboration across functions, cultures, and geographies, • Delivery-focused with pragmatic approach to solution design, • Ability to balance technical development with operational business needs, • Adaptability and willingness to work in fast-changing transformation environments

We are supporting the search for an experienced Clinical Supply Chain Logistics Manager to join a global clinical operations environment focused on ensuring uninterrupted delivery of investigational medicinal products (IMP) across critical clinical trial programs. This is a highly operational, fast-paced role requiring strong hands-on logistics execution, stakeholder management, and the ability to perform effectively in high-pressure “hypercare” environments. Key Responsibilities • Act as the primary logistics point of contact for assigned clinical supply programs, • Provide end-to-end oversight of clinical supply logistics activities and shipment execution, • Monitor and manage Stock Transfer Orders (STOs) across internal and external depots, • Coordinate urgent, temperature-sensitive, and patient-critical shipments to ensure continuity of supply, • Partner closely with Study Teams, Trial Supply Managers (TSMs), Regional Delivery Leads (RDLs), CMOs, depots, and logistics providers, • Drive issue resolution, escalation management, and proactive risk mitigation during critical study phases, • Track shipment execution timelines and intervene quickly where delays or deviations arise, • Support release planning and align logistics activities with clinical milestones and enrollment priorities, • Deliver regular hypercare status reporting including shipment health, risks, mitigations, and critical path updates, • Ensure logistics activities remain compliant with GDP and clinical supply chain standards Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Life Sciences, Engineering, or related discipline, • 10+ years’ experience within clinical supply chain logistics operations in a global clinical trial environment, • Strong operational experience with STO management, shipment coordination, and logistics issue resolution, • Experience working with CMOs, depots, and external logistics providers, • Strong understanding of clinical trial supply processes and GDP requirements, • SAP knowledge is essential, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across cross-functional and international teams, • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in time-critical environments, • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills Ideal Profile The ideal candidate is a highly execution-focused clinical supply chain professional who thrives in complex and fast-moving environments. You will be comfortable operating as the central coordination point between study teams, logistics providers, and external partners, ensuring critical clinical shipments are delivered on time and without disruption. Experience managing urgent or high-risk clinical supply situations, combined with a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset, will be key to success in this role.

Senior Manager role – Supply Chain Locations: London, Birmingham, Glasgow and Manchester Summary of Role Purpose: KPMG's Supply Chain practice helps clients build leading-edge supply chain capabilities across end-to-end operations. We combine deep sector insight, expert consulting capabilities, and trusted relationships to design and implement supply chain transformation programmes, including digital and technology integration. We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Manager who is looking to leverage and expand their expertise in Supply Chain, with a proven track record of delivering exceptional results leading complex projects and driving business growth. The diverse nature of our engagements requires candidates to demonstrate comfort working with ambiguity and a commitment to continuous adaptation and professional development. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in developing transformative operating models across a broad spectrum of industries through data-driven insights and the effective deployment of leading-edge technologies. Description of the role: Our clients trust us to deliver trusted advice, and we need a Senior Manager who can uphold and elevate that standard. You’ll lead client engagements, drive business development initiatives, and foster team growth, making a significant impact on our success and the strategic direction of our practice. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and oversee high-impact client engagements, solidifying our position as the most trusted advisor in Supply Chain., • Apply cutting-edge problem-solving to projects across Transformation, Digital, and Sustainability, driving innovation and thought leadership., • Serve as the primary client contact, delivering clear and impactful communications, building long-term relationships and identifying new opportunities., • Drive insightful analysis, blending KPMG expertise with market intelligence and data analytics, to provide strategic recommendations and actionable insights., • Leverage your industry experience to fuel sales, new business, and proposition development, expanding our market presence and service offerings., • Cultivate an inclusive team culture, empowering team members and fostering their growth, mentoring and developing future leaders within the practice. What You’ll Bring: • Proven experience leading Supply Chain technology projects for diverse clients., • Expertise in Supply Chain processes: S&OP, Transport, Warehouse Management, Network Optimisation, and more., • Experience designing and implementing Supply Chain operating model transformations., • Experience of ERP platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle and/or best of breed supply chain solutions (LLamasoft, Kinaxis, o9, Anaplan etc), • Change management experience in complex, multi-national environments (a plus)., • A passion for contributing to the development of innovative solutions and assets., • Ideally experience in one of the following sectors Consumer Goods, Retail, Oil and Gas, Aerospace & Defence, or Industrial. Role dimensions: Leadership and management KPMG's Operational Transformation team comprises circa 60 team members. You will be responsible for managing projects ranging in length from several weeks to many months and leading diverse teams of up to 6-8 consultants supported by sub-contractors and members of the client’s own staff. You will deliver projects to agreed deadlines and budgets, although the focus of this role is employing complex analysis to solve client issues. Stakeholder Interaction & challenges: You will be required to regularly interact with Partners, Directors and Senior Managers within KPMG to source insight and expertise and to provide progress updates. You will also manage interactions with senior members of the client’s leadership team. Your clients will be from all industry and commercial sectors. The ability to develop strong relationships with clients from diverse backgrounds and at all levels of seniority, including senior leaders, will be crucial. You will effectively communicate points of view and evidence that shapes decision making. Impact, Risk, Accountability & Governance: More and more we are seeing significant events that are having unprecedented impacts on our clients Operations - major disruptions changing customer expectations, emerging technologies, ethical supply chain focus and disruptors entering the market. We help our clients not only to resolve their biggest operational problems but to transform their Supply Chain functions to drive differentiation in the marketplace, deliver superior customer experience and competitive advantage. The Person: We are looking for someone with a background in Consulting or industry with a focus on Supply Chain (operational or transformation). You should have strong experience in one or more of the technical areas below, and some exposure across the others: • Supply Chain Transformation, • Digital Supply Chain (robotics, automation, AI, analytics), • Supply Chain Sustainability (decarbonisation, human rights), • Supply Chain Analytics (modelling, data analysis, visibility, AI), • Network Optimisation (design, modelling, warehouse optimisation), • Planning (Sales & Operational Planning), • Logistics & Manufacturing (performance improvement) Key Requirements: • Experience developing transformation roadmaps with solutions to operational challenges., • Ability to lead transformation workstreams, ideally including technology implementation., • Experience as a workstream lead on large engagements or project manager on smaller engagements., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to present complex data analysis to diverse audiences, • Willingness to travel, as the projects could include working on client site in the UK, Europe or Middle East, • Candidates must be eligible, able to gain and retain National Security Vetting at the level of Security Check (SC).

METTLER TOLEDO are a global manufacturer with over 17,000 employees worldwide. We specialise in manufacturing analytical and precision instruments across the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. At our unit in Manchester, we design and manufacture metal detectors used to detect and reject metal contamination in food and pharmaceutical applications. As we continue to invest in the talent of tomorrow, we now have an exciting new opportunity for a Supply Chain apprentice to join the Supply Chain team. This is a gateway to a career as a Supply Chain professional, surrounded by industry experts who will mentor and guide you every step of the way. Get ready to dive into a world of exciting challenges and learning opportunities where you'll build a powerful toolkit of skills: 💻From mastering supplier management and sharpening your negotiation skills, to delivering exceptional customer service and managing vital business relationships. 🌟You’ll also gain hands-on experience in project management, deepen your commercial awareness, and learn the ins and outs of inbound and outbound logistics. 📈Your apprenticeship will blend hands-on, practical experience with focused online classroom learning. The classroom element will include dedicated revision days, and personalised one-to-one tutor support to ensure your success and growth. 🎓On successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will have achieved the CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement & Supply, a globally recognised qualification. Application closing date: June 12th 2026 Start date onsite: July 2026 Start date with CIPS: November 2026 Duration: 22 months What You Need to Succeed • Minimum Grade 4 in GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English, • Minimum 112 UCAS points from A-levels or equivalent Level 3 qualification, • Two years of experience in a business/procurement environment, • Ability to be on site 4-5 days a week - Mon-Thurs: 7.30am - 3.30pm Fridays: 7.30am - 12.30pm (there is some flexibility around start/finish times), • Willingness to learn, • Motivation and a can-do attitude Our Offer to You • Comprehensive benefits – including 26 days annual leave + bank holidays., • Strong Work-Life Balance – enhanced policies, focus on employee wellbeing, employee engagement events, free breakfast and early finish on Fridays if you're onsite., • Global Exposure – work with international stakeholders and teams across METTLER TOLEDO's global network., • Inclusive Culture – thrive in an environment that values authenticity, diversity, and inclusion., • Career Progression – learn from industry experts, enhance existing skills, benefit from our commitment to training and development., • Community Involvement – actively contribute to the well-being of our community through initiatives such as local litter picking and supporting charity events. Choose what you do with your skills and apply now to be part of a team that engineers solutions for a better, safer world. About Mettler Toledo METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com. Equal Opportunity Employment We promote equal opportunity worldwide and value diversity in our global workforce, which reflects the diversity in the many countries in which we operate internationally. Our commitment to Equal Opportunity and Diversity begins with our recruitment and selection process. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process. If you consider yourself to have a disability or learning difficulty which means you are unable to complete the application process online, please get in touch by email to ukrecruitment@mt.com so that we can make alternative arrangements for you. For more information on our commitment to Sustainability, Diversity and Equal Opportunity please visit us here.

SENIOR FASHION MERCHANDISER/ / BUYER MEN'S FASHION/ STREETWEAR BRAND / FASHION SUPPLIER CENTRAL MANCHESTER UP TO £58K doe FULL TIME HEAD OFFICE BASED ROLE Our client is a successful, well established and fast-growing fashion brand house based in Central Manchester, home to a portfolio of established men’s fashion streetwear brands. They are now looking to recruit an experienced Senior Merchandiser / Account Manager / to develop and manage menswear fashion brand accounts. The successful candidate with have a strong background in the import supply chain fashion industry in account management/ import merchandising/ buying and working with overseas suppliers and manufacturers, and able to work in a fast paced environment. Role: Building relationships is vital to this role, whether with internal team, supplier side or with customers. Managing multiple projects is key so any applicant must have exceptional management skills and an eye for detail. Overseeing one junior merchandiser work along side 2 seniors -Working with a team of 5 designers, 2 garment techs, two senior merch and one junior merch as the wider team, outside of logistics / finance etc. -Reporting to the directors. -To nurture and manage various customer accounts from concept to delivery. -Engage with customers to hold regular meetings, take seasonal briefs and maintain / grow current business. -Work with design and tech team to create concept to be presented to customers. -Oversee production of collection and brief out to supply base in conjunction with design and tech teams, while controlling CP for seasonal development. -Negotiate prices with suppliers. -Monitor and manage sample trackers / sample development lead-times. -Present collections to customers in conjunction with directors / design team. -Place POs and manage Order Summary. -Maintain and manage CP with regular communication with suppliers and customers on a weekly basis. -Carry out product review meetings with directors, design and tech teams on a daily / weekly basis. -Ensure goods are made to required customer standards alongside tech team with regards to factory audits, compliance, product testing, AQL reports etc. -Working with logistics team to ensure packing lists, shipping schedules, product approvals are in place and correct. -Nurturing and managing supply base to balance production volumes and brands between supply base to maximise efficiency and skill across supply base.

Junior Process Automation Analyst – Supply Operations Contract Type: Contract / Interim Client: Global Life Sciences Organisation The Opportunity We are partnering with a leading global life sciences organisation on an exciting transformation programme across their European Supply Operations function. This is a fantastic opportunity for an early-career professional who is passionate about automation, data, and digital technologies, and is eager to develop hands-on skills in a real business environment. You will work alongside experienced specialists to help improve and modernise supply chain processes using automation, data insights, and digital tools. What You’ll Be Doing Support Process Automation • Help identify manual or repetitive tasks across supply operations and support the development of simple automation solutions, • Assist in building workflows for tasks such as reporting, data checks, and notifications Work with Data & Analytics • Support data analysis activities to help teams make better decisions, • Contribute to dashboards and reports using tools like Excel, Power BI, or similar Assist in Digital Solution Development • Help build and test simple apps, dashboards, or prototypes (e.g. using Power Apps or similar tools), • Learn how digital tools are applied to solve real business problems Learn Systems & Integration Basics • Gain exposure to core business systems such as SAP and planning tools, • Support integration activities under guidance from senior team members Collaborate with Teams • Work closely with supply chain teams (logistics, planning, order management) to understand their challenges, • Help translate business needs into simple technical solutions with support Documentation & Training Support • Assist in creating user guides, documentation, and training materials, • Help ensure solutions are easy to understand and adopt Continuous Improvement Mindset • Proactively suggest small improvements to processes and ways of working, • Show curiosity and a willingness to learn new tools and technologies What We’re Looking For Education & Interest • Degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Analytics, Supply Chain, or a related field, • Strong interest in automation, data, and digital technology Technical Foundations (Basic to Intermediate) • Some experience or academic exposure to tools such as:, • Excel (formulas, data analysis), • Power BI / data visualisation tools, • Basic coding (e.g. Python or similar – not essential but beneficial), • An interest in learning tools like Power Automate, Power Apps, or similar platforms Nice to Have (But Not Required) • Exposure to supply chain, logistics, or operations (through study, internship, or projects), • Basic understanding of ERP systems (e.g. SAP), • Awareness of automation or low-code platforms (Power Platform, UiPath, etc.), • Familiarity with Agile or project-based ways of working

Title: Product Owner Location: Manchester - (3 days on-site) Salary: £65,000 - £70,000, plus bonus of up to 12% Type: Permanent Maxwell Bond is working with a leading organisation in the retail and logistics technology space, currently undergoing significant digital transformation. They are seeking a product owner to take responsibility for a critical operations technology landscape and drive meaningful business impact. This is a high-visibility role where the successful candidate will act as the bridge between business stakeholders, operational teams, and engineering, ensuring that complex systems deliver measurable value across warehousing, transport, and supply chain functions. The Opportunity As a product owner, you will take end-to-end ownership of a suite of operational systems, including WMS, ERP, and transport platforms. You’ll shape product direction, define priorities, and ensure delivery aligns with strategic goals while maintaining a strong focus on value, performance, and scalability. You’ll be working in a fast-paced, enterprise environment where collaboration, clarity, and continuous improvement are key. This role offers the chance to influence how technology supports large-scale operations and to make a tangible impact across the business. Key Responsibilities • Own and manage a complex product backlog across multiple operational systems, • Translate business strategy into clear product goals, user stories, and deliverables, • Work closely with delivery teams to ensure priorities, scope, and outcomes are aligned, • Engage stakeholders across operations, technology, and leadership to drive decisions, • Ensure systems remain fit for purpose, scalable, and continuously improved, • Oversee supplier relationships, cost control, and product performance in BAU environments, • Proactively manage risks, dependencies, and operational impacts What We’re Looking For • Proven experience working as a product owner (or in a similar product-focused role), • Strong understanding of enterprise systems such as WMS, ERP, or supply chain platforms, • Experience operating in Agile environments with cross-functional teams, • Ability to translate complex operational needs into clear technical requirements, • Confidence engaging senior stakeholders and driving outcomes, • Strong awareness of data flows, integrations, and system interactions Why Apply? • Opportunity to own and shape critical operational technology products, • Work within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment, • Play a key role in large-scale digital and operational transformation, • Exposure to complex, data-driven systems with real commercial impact If you’re a product owner looking to take ownership of impactful products within a dynamic and evolving environment, this could be an excellent next step. Additional Information Applicants must be a UK resident to be eligible for this opportunity, visa sponsorship is not available on this occasion.

Interim Process Automation Analyst (AI & Supply Chain) Manchester (2 days onsite) | 🕒 12-Month Temporary Contract We’re hiring for a global organisation undergoing a major supply chain transformation, and they need a smart, solutions-focused analyst to help automate and digitise their operations. This role is perfect for someone with a basic understanding of supply chain or planning who is genuinely excited about AI, automation and improving processes. What you’ll be doing: • Identifying inefficiencies across supply planning & logistics processes, • Turning manual workflows (think Excel-heavy reporting) into automated, scalable solutions, • Supporting development of AI-driven tools and automation agents, • Translating operational challenges into practical digital solutions, • Working cross-functionally with planning, logistics and tech teams What we’re looking for: • Exposure to supply chain, planning or logistics, • Strong analytical mindset with a passion for process improvement, • Interest in AI, automation, digital tools (Power Platform, Python, etc.), • Ideally some experience with SQL / data handling, • Someone proactive — keen to learn, build and grow in role Why apply? • Work on a visible transformation programme with real impact, • Get hands-on with AI and automation in a global environment, • A role with genuine scope to develop and shape solutions

Location: Manchester Full Time Onsite JD.com are recruiting for a Warehouse Manager to join this brand new warehouse due to open in the next few months. Role: As Warehouse Manager you will over see comprehensive warehouse operations management in alignment with corporate strategy and operational objectives. Develop warehousing strategies, process standards, and annual plans. Lead and motivate a team to coordinate inbound/outbound logistics, inventory control, cost optimisation, and team development to increase operational efficiency and ensure a safe environment. Responsibilities • Develop warehouse development strategies, process standards, and annual plans aligned with company objectives., • Establish a comprehensive warehouse management system, design warehouse layouts, and plan equipment allocation to drive standardisation and intelligent upgrades, enhancing operational efficiency., • Oversee the complete workflow of inbound/outbound logistics, storage, inventory management, and order fulfilment., • Monitor key metrics such as inventory turnover and accuracy, optimise task routing and resource allocation, and ensure smooth, error-free warehouse operations to minimise losses., • Manage warehouse team recruitment, training, and performance evaluations., • Optimise organisational structure to strengthen execution capabilities. Implement safety protocols, address major incidents, and mitigate operational risks to ensure compliance and workplace safety., • Partner with logistics, sales, and other departments to align supply chain resources and resolve operational bottlenecks., • Gather customer insights to refine service processes, elevating satisfaction and competitive advantage. Qualifications • Extensive experience of warehouse operations, • Proven track record in leading team in complex environments, • Clear communicator, • Knowledge in health and safety, legislation and compliance, • Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Excel and Word)

About the job 🚀 We’re Hiring: Senior Operations Manager - Outbound 📍 Location: Onsite 🕒 Full-time 40 hours Flexibility required across shift patterns (06:00–14:00 / 14:00–22:00) The Company Join one of the fastest-growing retailers in the UK and be part of something extraordinary. We aim to offer own-brand on-trend products for home and life, for a price that suits all budgets. OHS sell everything from the latest bedding styles, soft towels, throws, curtains, rugs, furniture and much more. OHS constantly develops and innovates its product range and growing its customer base. If you’re a proactive, dynamic person who wants to learn in a high-performing environment, we are the company for you. Role Description We are seeking a Senior Operations Manager to play a key leadership role within our outbound function. Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day execution of outbound warehouse activities, ensuring the efficient picking, packing, and dispatch of customer orders. This role requires strong operational leadership, with accountability for performance, people management, process optimisation, and compliance. You will drive operational excellence, ensuring that customer expectations and service level agreements (SLAs) are consistently met, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance. As a Senior Operations Manager, your responsibilities will include, but not exhaustive: Outbound Operations Leadership • Take full ownership of outbound operations, including picking, packing, and dispatch, ensuring all orders are fulfilled accurately and within customer SLAs., • Oversee carrier allocation and dispatch processes to guarantee timely and cost-effective deliveries., • Act as the senior operational lead during shifts, managing escalations and ensuring business continuity. Operational Efficiency & Planning • Design, implement, and monitor processes to improve outbound efficiency, productivity, and throughput., • Optimise labour planning and resource allocation in line with volume forecasts and peak trading periods., • Work cross-functionally with inbound, logistics, and planning teams to ensure end-to-end operational alignment. Operational Efficiency & Planning • Design, implement, and monitor processes to improve outbound efficiency, productivity, and throughput., • Optimise labour planning and resource allocation in line with volume forecasts and peak trading periods., • Work cross-functionally with inbound, transport, and planning teams to ensure end-to-end operational alignment. Performance Management & Reporting • Monitor, analyse, and report on key outbound KPIs, including productivity, accuracy, and service levels., • Use data insights to identify trends, address performance gaps, and drive informed decision-making., • Provide regular operational updates and reporting to senior leadership. Quality, Safety & Compliance • Ensure full compliance with health & safety regulations, company policies, and standard operating procedures., • Promote a strong safety culture, ensuring adherence to safe working practices and maintaining a clean, organised warehouse environment., • Proactively address any risks or non-compliance issues. Continuous Improvement • Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance, reduce cost, and improve customer experience., • Drive innovation within the outbound function, including process enhancements and adoption of new ways of working., • Support wider business transformation projects and operational change initiatives Requirements: • Strong organisational skills and the ability to adapt to changes and tackle challenges efficiently and effectively., • Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure., • Strong attention to detail., • A Diploma in Warehouse Operations or Supply Chain Management would be desirable., • Extensive Senior Management experience., • Excellent knowledge of warehouse operations., • Time management and organisation., • Strong interpersonal and communication skills., • Proficiency in using warehouse software and Microsoft Office. Why Join Us? • Fast-moving collaborative company culture, • Regular company social events, • Company pension, • Employee discount, • Free flu jabs, • On-site parking, • Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Policies Note for Recruiters: We do not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies. Any CV's submitted without a signed agreement in place will be considered our property, and we will not be liable for any fees should we choose to engage the candidate. We operate a preferred supplier list (PSL) and will only accept submissions from agencies on that list who have been instructed to work on the role.

We’re working with a multi-channel retailer based in Manchester City Centre that are looking to bring a Demand Planner into their team. This is a perfect opportunity for a candidate who wants involvement in managing one of their busiest portfolios end to end. This role sits within the Demand Planning function and will play a key role in managing forecasting, inventory planning, supplier coordination, and global supply chain activity across both internal manufacturing operations and external suppliers. Demand Planner – Responsibilities: • Demand Planning & Forecasting, • Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts across multiple product lines and global markets, • Analyse sales trends, historical data, inventory levels, and operational requirements to support planning decisions, • Ensure demand requirements are captured accurately across multiple sites and suppliers, • Identify and manage stock risks including shortages, overstocks, and obsolete inventory, • Supply Chain & Inventory Management, • Manage replenishment planning and purchasing activity with internal manufacturing sites and external suppliers, • Monitor supplier lead times, inventory levels, and order fulfilment performance, • Coordinate inventory movements and inbound stock to support operational requirements, • Support stock optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain, • Supplier & Stakeholder Management, • Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, logistics partners, and internal stakeholders, • Monitor supplier performance and support improvement initiatives where required, • Liaise with international sites, freight providers, customs agents, and warehouse operations to ensure smooth flow of materials and products, • Escalate supply chain risks and implement corrective actions where necessary, • Reporting & Systems, • Generate KPI reports relating to inventory, supplier performance, forecast accuracy, and operational performance, • Analyse planning and inventory data to support strategic and operational decision-making, • Utilise ERP/MRP systems to manage planning, purchasing, and stock control activities Demand Planner – Candidate Profile: • Previous experience within Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Planning, or Supply Chain Planning, • Strong understanding of forecasting, inventory management, and supplier coordination, • Experience working within manufacturing, distribution, or complex operational environments, • Strong ERP/MRP systems experience (SAP, D365 or similar advantageous), • Advanced Excel and strong analytical capability, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, • Highly organised with a proactive and methodical approach Demand Planner – Package: • Salary – £35-45k OTE, • 25 days holiday plus birthday leave, • Pension scheme Death in service benefit, • Opportunity to join a growing international business

About the Company As one of the inaugural core members for the UK market, you will be directly responsible for serving our most elite VIP clients. Your mission extends beyond merely ensuring the smooth deployment of automated equipment; through exceptional project management, you must significantly optimize the industry-standard acceptance cycle—reducing it to under two months—thereby establishing the company’s benchmark for delivery excellence within the UK market. Responsibilities VIP Client Delivery & Acceptance Leadership • Full Lifecycle Management: Lead the entire process from the equipment's arrival at UK ports, through on-site installation and system commissioning, to final formal handover and acceptance., • Delivery Cycle Optimization: Play a deep, active role in preliminary site surveys; coordinate client-side IT, civil engineering, and electrical resources to ensure that site conditions are fully prepared for installation immediately upon equipment arrival., • High-Level Relationship Management: Act as the bridge between technical and commercial functions; manage VIP client expectations, expertly handle on-site Change Requests, and ensure successful Proof-of-Concept (PoC) conversions leading to continued expansion orders. Industrial Safety & HSE Compliance Benchmarking • Safety Procedure Implementation: Responsible for establishing and overseeing the execution of on-site LOTO (Lockout-Tagout) procedures, ensuring all maintenance operations strictly adhere to UK PUWER regulations., • Compliance Documentation: Author and submit RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements) that meet UK industry benchmarks; act as the company's liaison with the client's Safety Committee. Cross-Border Operations & Logistics Coordination • Supply Chain Integration: Collaborate closely with the Operations Manager at our German headquarters to track the status of cross-border equipment customs clearance and manage local spare parts inventory within the UK., • Subcontractor Management: Select, train, and manage local UK subcontractors for installation and after-sales services, ensuring the quality of their work consistently meets company standards. Qualifications • Must Mandarin & English Speaker, • Professional Experience: 5+ years of on-site management experience in automated warehousing (AS/RS), robotic systems, or large-scale logistics integration projects., • UK Certifications: Hold a valid CSCS Card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme); candidates possessing IOSH or NEBOSH safety certifications will be given priority (or must obtain such certification within one month of joining)., • Language Proficiency: Excellent business-level English communication skills; the ability to communicate in Chinese to liaise with the Group's R&D team will be considered a significant advantage., • Mobility: Holds a UK driving license and is able to accommodate frequent on-site travel. Compensation & Development • Salary Budget: Negotiable, • Car Allowance, • Travel Expense Reimbursement, • Statutory Annual Leave: 30 days (inclusive of 8 public holidays), • Workplace Pension Auto-enrolment

TEXTILES SENIOR SALES ACCOUNT MANAGER (BEDDING BRAND ) MANCHESTER - £55K Our client a premium bedding and textiles brand based in Manchester are now looking to recruit an experienced Senior Sales Account Manager with a strong background in Textiles and Bedding/ soft homeware products who have supplied to the multiple high street retailers and independents such as John Lewis, Marks & Spencers, Dunelm, TK Maxx and many more. THE ROLE To build a relevant, growing and profitable home textile business by extending the brands portfolio into all targeted trade channels, in existing & new categories/geographies. To manage existing accounts such as John Lewis for the brand across various regions within the UK and continuously bringing in new account opportunities in national and independent retailers Duties: Managing and developing key retail accounts such as John Lewis As a key member of the national sales team, the role will contribute to the achievements of the business’s overall growth plan by driving and delivering profitable sales Responsible for achieving the budget goals of sales in the agreed markets you are expected to develop the sales and customer strategy. With your sales and business development experience you will also need to create the short; mid and long term sales strategies. You will have a strong interpersonal, analytical, and strategic skills which will enable you to manage the existing account based and have the ability to research and on-board new customers in order to further develop new business opportunities. Candidate Profile: With 5- 10 years’ experience in sales account and business development for a bedding textiles company . You should be able to think strategically and be able to perform detailed planning to achieve the business objectives. A proven history in business development and account management in the market working with national retailers such as John Lewis, Marks and Spencer's, Next, TK MAXX etc Demonstrate track record of delivering sales and profitable growth. Commercial sales experience within the home textiles Key Responsibilities: Day to day management of groups national retail accounts such as John Lewis Manage the sales budget Analyse and monitor the current global markets to identify and develop new sales opportunities and develop go to market strategies. Actively contribute to the long-term vision and developing the sales strategy Manage and develop successful relationships with distributors, direct retail and new channels. Work with existing and new relationships to create & implement business market plan – monitor and review. Follow up leads quickly and efficiently to secure business. Continually assess company progress through sales analysis and reporting at senior level Provide global market intelligence and competitor activity reports to the management. Proactively develop constructive and effective solutions to any issues that slow down or hamper procedures and activities. Awareness of market and undertake regular market research to ensure correct products are in place and any opportunities / gaps are identified. Present new products and opportunities to customers. Ensure customers receive requested products and services in a timely fashion. Ensuring correct branding and marketing support is in place. Work closely with internal departments: Product Development, Marketing, Logistics, Customer Service, Accounts, Sourcing and Factories to ensure all customer requirements are being serviced. tock forecasting and managing of stock inventory THE CANDIDATE You should be able to think strategically and be able to perform detailed planning to achieve the business objectives. A proven history in business development and account management in the market. B2B Demonstrate track record of delivering sales and profitable growth. Commercial sales experience within the housewares/homewares industry in desirable. Proven track record in achieving sales targets over 2million (individual achievement) Experience in home textiles (Bed and Bath) and working with retailers such as Marks and Spencers, John Lewis etc, Product & market knowledge Experience working with high street retailers in homeware/textiles/bedding products Bedding /textiles product knowledge and import supply chain industry experience Customer focused with strong account management skills. Planning and organising. Negotiating and meeting customer requirements. Business Development Skills Produce and deliver PowerPoint presentations. Able to travel as needed within UK and to trade shows overseas Hold UK Driving Licence

CEO\n\nWe are partnering with a high-growth online retail business at a pivotal stage in its journey. With a strong brand, loyal customer base, and proven product-market fit, the business is now looking to appoint a CEO to lead the next phase of scale.\n\nThis is an opportunity to take a digitally-led retail brand from successful operator to category leader-driving growth across channels, geographies, and customer segments while building a best-in-class leadership team and operating model.\n\nThe Role\n\nThe CEO will take full responsibility for the strategic, operational, and financial performance of the business. Working closely with the Board / investors, you will define and execute a clear growth plan, balancing top-line acceleration with sustainable profitability.\n\nYou will lead a digitally native organisation, ensuring excellence across customer acquisition, retention, trading, supply chain, and brand execution.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nStrategy & Growth\n\nDefine and deliver a clear 3-5 year growth strategy\nScale revenue across DTC, marketplaces, and international markets\nIdentify and execute new revenue streams (product, channel, partnerships)\n\nDigital & Trading Excellence\n\nOwn performance across all digital channels (paid, organic, CRM, marketplaces)\nDrive best-in-class trading, merchandising, and customer journey optimisation\nLeverage data to improve conversion, AOV, and lifetime value\n\nBrand & Customer\n\nStrengthen brand positioning and ensure consistent execution across all touchpoints\nChampion a customer-first culture, improving retention and loyalty\nOversee marketing strategy including performance marketing, brand, and content\n\nOperations & Supply Chain\n\nEnsure a scalable and efficient end-to-end supply chain\nOptimise inventory, fulfilment, and logistics to support growth\nBalance speed, cost, and customer experience\n\nLeadership & Culture\n\nBuild, lead, and inspire a high-performing executive team\nDrive accountability, pace, and a results-oriented culture\nDevelop internal capability while attracting top-tier talent\n\nFinancial Performance\n\nOwn P&L, budgeting, and forecasting\nDeliver profitable growth with strong cash discipline\nReport to Board/investors with clear, data-driven insights\n\nThe Person\n\nExperience\n\nProven CEO / MD / Commercial Director experience within online retail or e-commerce\nTrack record of scaling a digital-first business (£10m-£100m+ revenue range ideally)\nStrong understanding of performance marketing, trading, and digital growth levers\nExperience working with investors, PE, or high-growth founder-led environments\nDemonstrated success in building and leading senior leadership teams\n\nCapabilities\n\nHighly commercial with a sharp instinct for growth opportunities\nData-driven decision maker with strong financial acumen\nDeep understanding of consumer behaviour and online retail dynamics\nOperationally credible-able to execute as well as strategise\nComfortable operating at pace in a scaling environment\n\nStyle & Mindset\n\nHands-on, sleeves-rolled-up leadership style\nResilient, adaptable, and comfortable with ambiguity\nHigh energy, pace, and accountability\nClear communicator, able to align teams and stakeholders\n\nWhy Join?\n\nOpportunity to lead and scale a high-potential digital retail brand\nGenuine autonomy with strong backing from investors/Board\nAbility to shape strategy, team, and long-term value creation\nEquity participation aligned to growthBH35814

Location: Manchester\n\nSalary: £130,000 + additional benefits\n\nSummary: A market-leading FMCG business is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Transport Director to lead and optimise a large-scale UK transport operation. This is a high-impact leadership role with responsibility for operational performance, cost efficiency, service delivery, fleet strategy, compliance, and continuous improvement across a fast-paced national distribution network.\n\nReporting to the Supply Chain Director, you will lead a sizeable transport function operating within a demanding FMCG environment where customer service, efficiency, and agility are critical.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nLead and develop the national transport strategy across multi-site operations\nDrive operational excellence across fleet, routing, planning, and carrier management\nDeliver measurable improvements in OTIF, cost-to-serve, utilisation, and productivity\nEnsure full compliance with all transport legislation, health & safety, and operator licensing requirements\nBuild high-performing leadership teams across transport and logistics functions\nManage significant transport budgets and identify opportunities for efficiency savings\nPartner closely with warehousing, supply chain, procurement, and commercial teams\nLead transformation and continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and sustainability programmes\n\nKey Skills / Experience\n\nProven senior leadership experience within FMCG, retail, or high-volume distribution environments\nStrong background managing large transport fleets and complex distribution operations\nCPC qualified with strong knowledge of UK transport compliance and legislation\nDemonstrable success delivering operational and commercial improvements\nStrategic thinker with hands-on leadership capability\nStrong stakeholder management and people leadership skills\nExperience leading change within fast-moving operational environmentsProcessing Your Data \n\nBis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so.\n\nPlease visit our website to read our Privacy Policy in full, in this Policy you will find information about our compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations.\n\nAll applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role

The Company:\n\nAn exciting opportunity for a Shipping Analyst/ Logistics Coordinator to join a fast-moving manufacturer\n\nThe Shipping Analyst will link the Shipping and Merchandising functions, managing open orders and providing support and input to the wider Team on shipments and supplier performance.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nPurchase order management post order placement\n\nEstablish relationships with suppliers, driving improvement in service levels\n\nMonitor and chase suppliers for bookings based on shipment report / order book dates\n\nCollation, distribution, and management of supplier shipment reports\n\nCustoms clearance queries and import processes\n\nMonitor supplier performance to agreed lead times\n\nUpdate the wider business on movement of vessels, shipments as they happen\n\nMaintain close relationship with freight forwarder\n\nManage vessel schedule information with nominated freight forwarder\n\nCommunicating date movements to the relevant merch teams as required\n\nSupport critical path discussions ensuring correct vessels met to hit launch\n\nManagement of air freights post instruction from merchandiser\n\nSupport improvement initiatives covering people, processes, and systems\n\nMake recommendations to improve current processes within Supply Chain and Shipping\n\nExperience and Skills\n\nExperience in supply chain, logistics, or similar role, preferably in retail or ecommerce\n\nWorking knowledge of import customs processes, entries, and clearances\n\nKnowledge of ERP systems\n\nExcellent communication skills\n\nStrong attention to detail\n\nProblem solving\n\nAdvanced Excel skills\n\nAbility to work under own supervision\n\nBy submitting your CV, you are agreeing to the Terms and Conditions as stated on our website and consenting to us processing your personal details in relation to current/future job opportunities. The information that you have submitted to us will be used in order to consider your suitability for the role you have applied for. A copy of our Privacy Policy can also be viewed on our website which explains how we gather, protect and manage any personal data that you share with us\n\nPlease be aware the duties listed above are an interpretation of the role and do not form any part of your employment contract. Please ask the interviewer any questions about the role that you wish to clarify.\n\nTagged Resources Limited acts as an employment agency. We have 25 years of Recruitment and Industry experience, working with Retail and Supply Chain markets and have various positions available. If this vacancy does not suit your experience and you are looking for a suitable role, please look at our website or follow us on social networking sites. All are updated daily

Our client, a leading provider of comprehensive logistics and supply chain solutions, specialising in airfreight, warehousing, and distribution services, are looking for a HR Manager & Facilities Co-ordinator to join their team and be based at their offices in the Greater Manchester area.\nOn Offer:\n Competitive salary package, up to £55K, depending on experience\n 2 days WFH, following the successful completion of probationary period,\n Dynamic office environment based in Greater Manchester\n Supportive, collaborative team culture\n Ongoing training and professional development opportunities\n Be part of a company that values your contribution and encourages growth\nMain Purpose of the Role:\nReporting to the CFO, the HR Manager & Facilities Co-ordinator supports the smooth operation and growth of the business by ensuring effective people management, compliance, and a safe, well-maintained working environment. This role acts as the interface to co-ordinate with our health and safety consultants. The HR & Facilities Manager acts as a trusted point of contact for employees and management, ensuring HR processes run efficiently while facilities support business productivity.\nDuties and Responsibilities of the HR Manager & Facilities Co-ordinator:\n Manage recruitment, onboarding, contracts, employee records, and HR policies\n Support managers with employee relations, performance management, and disciplinary matters\n Ensure compliance with UK employment law and company procedures\n Support and ensure the company payroll is accurate. The main point of contact between the outsourced provider and the staff.\n Maintain HR systems, documentation, and reporting Track, analyze trends, report to management, OT, Sickness, Retention rates.\n Coordinate training, appraisals, and internal communications\n Support leadership with HR data and operational insights\nTo Be Considered:\n 5-10 years’ of experience in HR role with good understanding of UK employment law & HR best practice.\n CIPD Qualifications, minimum level 5, ideally 7\n HR experience gained within logistics, freight, or fast-paced operational environments\n Experience managing facilities, suppliers, or office operations\n Must have very strong IT skills / system Savvy\n * Strong English verbal and written communication skill\nFor full details, please contact Willis Global - Experts in Recruiting

The Company:\n\nWe are recruiting for an amazing opportunity to be a key person in a dynamic and fashion led Multi -Brand Menswear business. The company influence trends with some of the leading brands and high street retailers and as such a looking for someone who is passionate about the fashion industry.\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, trend-driven Merchandiser Manager / Senior Account Manager / Buyer to join a fast-paced and fast-growing company.\n\nMain duties:\n-A pivotal role for a key team member who oversees the Merchandising side.\n\n-One junior to oversee and another senior to work alongside and guide / support as needed.\n\n-Working with a team of 5 designers, 2 garment techs, one senior merch and one junior merch as the wider team, outside of logistics / finance etc.\n\n-Reporting to the directors.\n\n-To nurture and manage various customer accounts from concept to delivery.\n\n-Engage with customers to hold regular meetings, take seasonal briefs and maintain / grow current business.\n\n-Work with design and tech team to create concept to be presented to customers.\n\n-Oversee production of collection and brief out to supply base in conjunction with design and tech teams, while controlling CP for seasonal development.\n\n-Negotiate prices with suppliers.\n\n-Monitor and manage sample trackers / sample development lead times.\n\n-Present collections to customers in conjunction with directors / design team.\n\n-Place POs and manage Order Summary.\n\n-Maintain and manage CP with regular communication with suppliers and customers on a weekly basis.\n\n-Carry out product review meetings with directors, design and tech teams on a daily / weekly basis.\n\n-Ensure goods are made to required Supplier or customer standards alongside tech team with regards to factory audits, compliance, product testing, AQL reports etc.\n\n-Working with logistics team to ensure packing lists, shipping schedules, product approvals are in place and correct.\n\n-Nurturing and managing supply base to balance production volumes and brands between supply base to maximise efficiency and skill across supply base.\n\nSkills required:\n\nMust be very organised and good energy.\n\nExperience within a fashion business.\n\nAmbitious and driven.\n\nAbility to manage and motivate people.\n\n*By submitting your CV, you are agreeing to the Terms and Conditions as stated on our website and consenting to us processing your personal details in relation to current/future job opportunities. The information that you have submitted to us will be used in order to consider your suitability for the role you have applied for. A copy of our Privacy Policy can also be viewed on our website which explains how we gather, protect and manage any personal data that you share with us*\n\nPlease be aware the duties listed above are an interpretation of the role and do not form any part of your employment contract. Please ask the interviewer any questions about the role that you wish to clarify.\n\nTagged Resources Limited acts as an employment agency. We have 25 years of Recruitment and Industry experience, working with Retail and Supply Chain markets and have various positions available. If this vacancy does not suit your experience and you are looking for a suitable role, please look at our website or follow us on social networking sites. All are updated daily

Supply Chain Manager\n Location: Manchester\n Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum\n Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm\n Working Pattern: Office based 5 Days per week\n\nOur client, an established Manchester‑based business, is looking for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead its end‑to‑end supply chain, and customer service functions.\n\nReporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a hands‑on leadership role with full accountability for supplier performance, inventory strategy, customer OTIF delivery and overall supply chain efficiency. The successful candidate will be comfortable operating at both strategic and operational level, while remaining closely involved in day‑to‑day activity.\n\nThe role has ownership of the complete supply chain journey, from purchase order placement and inbound supply through to customer dispatch, delivery confirmation and contract performance.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nLeadership & Stakeholder Management\n Overall responsibility for Procurement, Order Processing and Customer Service functions\n Line management and development of an office‑based Supply Chain & Customer Service team (circa 4 direct reports)\n Acting as a key interface between customers, suppliers and internal commercial teams\n Working closely with the Managing Director and senior stakeholders to support commercial and operational objectives\n\nEnd‑to‑End Supply Chain Management\n Full ownership of supplier engagement through to customer delivery\n Hands‑on placement of purchase and sales orders, including creation and management of order books\n Proactive review of customer order books, identifying risks and implementing solutions to avoid delays\n Accountability for customer OTIF performance, late order resolution and delivery confirmation\n Participation in customer contract reviews and regular customer meetings to resolve issues or escalate risks\n\nInventory & Demand Planning\n Strategic and operational management of inventory across a high‑SKU environment\n Managing stock levels using replenishment methods including Min/Max, Order Point / Order Quantity and Up‑To systems\n Forecasting demand while accounting for seasonality and changing customer requirements\n Managing time‑critical, perishable and short shelf‑life products to minimise write‑offs and residual stock\n\nLogistics & 3PL Management\n Managing third‑party logistics providers, including escalation of service issues\n Monitoring logistics performance and benchmarking costs\n Identifying opportunities to reduce overall spend through improved efficiency and consolidation\n Coordinating shipping, dispatch and arrival schedules to minimise landed costs\n\nSystems, Reporting & Continuous Improvement\n Using Excel extensively to analyse large data sets and produce clear, actionable reports\n Developing KPI reporting to support decision‑making across supply chain and customer performance\n Reviewing and updating SOPs, particularly in line with ERP system implementation or improvement\n Driving continuous improvement across supply chain, customer service and procurement processes\n\nAbout you...\n\nThe ideal candidate will have proven experience in supply chain, or operations management and be degree qualified or equivalent through professional experience. They will be commercially aware, confident negotiating with suppliers and experienced in managing third‑party partners.\n\nA strong analytical skillset is essential, with advanced Excel capability and experience working with ERP or supply chain systems. The role requires someone comfortable leading a team while remaining hands‑on, with strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with customers, suppliers and senior stakeholders.\n\nWe 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.\n\nAdecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.\n\nBy applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website

Due to increased global growth in the business, our client, a recognized player within the freight forwarding and logistics industry is looking for a Road Freight Operator to join their land freight team based at offices in Manchester.\nMain Purpose of the Role:\nThe Road Freight Operator is responsible for supporting the day-to-day running of the road freight forwarding operations with imports/exports accounts.\nOn Offer:\n Monday – Friday working pattern, 8.30am-5.30pm\n Salary ranging from £28,000 - £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)\n Competitive bonus structure based on results and company growth\n 20 days annual leave + Public holidays. Holiday loyalty days up to a maximum of 5 days (1 additional day on the anniversary of the date you joined.\n Confidential EAP platform for you and your immediate family members as spouse/partners and children aged 16 to 24 in full-time education, living in the same household\n Access to Employee Discounts and Benefits, which includes Grocery Shopping, Holidays, Movies, Sports, Wellness and many more\n Death in Service equal to three times your annual salary / Private Medical Scheme (application process required)\nDuties and Responsibilities:\n Assist the Road Freight Operations Supervisor in the execution of their duties in support of the Head of Operations Land Freight North’s vision of the company to become more competitive and profitable.\n Understand and execute the departments vision of good business development in order to successfully import/export products\n Ensure all customers and clients are invoiced correctly and on time in conjunction with SOPs.\n Ensure all duties/VAT is charged correctly upon invoicing and collect any monies due in line with SOPs.\n Complete all import/export activities and documentation correctly and on time.\n Ensure all other operational activities are completed on time and in conjunction with SOPs including financial, legal and invoicing transactions.\n Ensure all other operational activities are completed on time including preparing spot quotations, raise jobs, liaise with overseas offices/clients and raise delivery orders.\n Scrutinise all documentation for accuracy, authorise and pass for payment all invoices on time.\n Maintain excellent customer and inter-departmental relationships including assisting with client audits, inspection and collections and liaising with sales.\nTo Be Considered:\n Proven experience as a Road Freight Operator or in a similar role (with experience in road freight).\n Quality organisational skills and ability to manage many tasks or projects at the same time.\n Ability to prioritise own workload but also be able to work as part of a team.\n Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.\n Conversant in IT skills e.g., Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and CRM systems.\n Demonstrate working administrative background. Must have an analytical skill, with a high level of attention to detail.\nFor more details, please contact Willis Global – a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics Industry

Land freight operator / road freight forwarder required for ROAD FREIGHT required for a required for a international Logistics company. This company has branches in various countries around the world, this role is for the south manchester office. The company covers a wide range of Logistics functions and work with some big names. Logistics coordinator for Road Freight (exports/imports) £28-30k\n\nThe role:\nWe are looking for a land freight forwarder within the Road freight department who covers both exports/Imports. This role will include making sure all appropriate documentation is correct, Provide customs clearance instruction to import agents and suppliers / customers on a daily, weekly & monthly basis, Keep the import log up to date. The road freight is mainly roll on/roll off into Europe. You will be ensuring you are managing all aspects of the import process and this role will include all the normal Freight forwarder / Land freight operator duties.\n\nExperience:\nWe are looking for a freight forwarder / Logistics Coordinator in a current role within Logistics as a freight forwarder, ideally within Imports/exports. You will be organised and have good attention to detail. This role is on road import/export, so knowledge of roll on/roll off is important.\n\n Freight forwarder / Land freight operator\n\n Exports / imports\n\n south manchester\n\n £28-30k\n\n * ROAD FREIGHT\n\nApply today\nHtE Recruitment over the past 17 years has been trusted by professionals across the UK in finding their next job. As well as this role, our Supply Chain Recruitment team has a wide range of other roles across the UK. If you are currently looking for a move, contact HtE Recruitment today. HtE Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this permanent position

Job Title: Business Development Manager – Freight Forwarding (North UK)\nLocation: Remote / Anywhere in the North of the UK\nSalary: £40,000 – £60,000 per annum (depending on experience) + Commission (5% of GP generated)\n\nAbout Us:\nWe are a well-established, medium-sized international freight forwarder with a strong reputation in sea, air, and road logistics. While our expertise lies in sea freight, we pride ourselves on offering flexible solutions across all transport modes. We are now focused on expanding our presence in the North of the UK.\n\nThe Role:\nWe are looking for an experienced and ambitious Business Development Manager with a proven background in freight forwarding sales to drive new business growth in the North. This home-based role gives you the autonomy to develop your region from the ground up. Your primary focus will be sea freight, handling import, export, or both, with support available from our air and road divisions when needed.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nIdentify, approach, and win new clients across the North of the UK.\nDevelop and grow a regional customer base from scratch.\nPromote our sea freight offerings while leveraging air and road logistics solutions as appropriate.\nMaintain strong relationships with clients to secure repeat business.\nCollaborate with the wider team to ensure seamless service delivery.\nRequirements:\n\nMinimum 5 years’ experience in freight forwarding sales, ideally with sea/ocean logistics (import, export, or both).\nProven track record of winning new business and developing a region.\nStrong understanding of international freight forwarding and supply chain logistics.\nSelf-motivated, target-driven, and able to work independently from home.\nExcellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.\nWhat We Offer:\n\nCompetitive salary of £40,000 – £60,000 depending on experience.\nCommission: 5% of GP generated on new business and repeat orders (after a one-time threshold of approximately £150k).\nPotential to earn a £7,000 car allowance once performance is established.\nSalary increases based on target achievement.\nExpenses paid for travel, overnight stays, and other work-related costs.\nFlexible home-based working with the opportunity to make a significant impact on regional growth.\nInterested?\nFor further details, please contact:\nShannon Clough\nInteraction Leeds\n \n (phone number removed)\n\nINDLEE

Senior Supply Chain Planner\n\nReports to:\n \n Buyer / Planning Lead\n\nJoin a globally recognised engineering business specialising in high-efficiency fluid-flow and HVAC solutions, with a workforce of 1,000+ employees and a manufacturing footprint spanning multiple continents. This organisation is known for its long-standing heritage in innovation, sustainability, and smart building technology, supporting critical infrastructure worldwide.\n\nOperating at the intersection of engineering excellence and environmental responsibility, the business is focused on developing intelligent solutions that reduce energy consumption and support net-zero goals across commercial and industrial sectors.\n\nThe Opportunity\n\nThis is a key role within a highly collaborative supply chain function, where you’ll be responsible for aligning demand, supply, and production strategies in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You’ll play a central part in ensuring materials flow efficiently through the business while balancing service levels, cost, and working capital.\n\nYou’ll work cross-functionally with procurement, production, logistics, and commercial teams, acting as a critical link in delivering operational performance and supporting strategic decision-making.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nSupply & Demand Planning\n\nSupport end-to-end supply planning by aligning forecasts with production and procurement strategies\n\nConvert sales forecasts into actionable supply plans, considering capacity, lead times, and inventory policies\n\nContribute to Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) cycles\n\nManage inventory levels to balance availability and working capital efficiency\n\nProcurement & Supplier Strategy\n\nReview MRP outputs and ensure timely execution of supply plans\n\nWork closely with procurement to enhance supplier performance and resilience\n\nSupport supplier KPI tracking (delivery, quality, responsiveness)\n\nAssist in sourcing initiatives and cost reduction programmes\n\nContribute to supplier negotiations around pricing, lead times, and service levels\n\nOperational Execution\n\nIdentify and mitigate supply risks proactively\n\nSupport escalation of critical shortages to minimise production disruption\n\nCollaborate with production planning to maintain schedule adherence\n\nAssist in logistics optimisation and shipment consolidation\n\nSystems & Continuous Improvement\n\nMaintain ERP/MRP data integrity (lead times, MOQ, safety stock, etc.)\n\nAnalyse supply chain KPIs and support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean / 5S)\n\nIdentify opportunities to improve planning tools and processes\n\nContribute to digital transformation and optimisation projects\n\nWhat We’re Looking For\n\nExperience & Qualifications\n\nDegree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or similar\n\nCIPS (or working towards) preferred\n\nProven experience in supply chain / purchasing within a manufacturing environment\n\nExperience working with international suppliers\n\nStrong ERP/MRP systems knowledge\n\nSkills\n\nStrong communication and negotiation abilities\n\nHighly organised with excellent attention to detail\n\nComfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment\n\nCollaborative, cross-functional mindset\n\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills\n\nTechnical\n\nERP/MRP proficiency\n\nAdvanced Excel skills\n\nUnderstanding of supply chain processes, logistics, and lead times\n\nFamiliarity with quality standards and supplier compliance\n\nWhy This Business?\n\nGlobal engineering leader in energy-efficient fluid-flow solutions\n\nStrong sustainability focus and contribution to net-zero initiatives\n\nEstablished brand with decades of innovation and technical excellence\n\nOpportunities for growth within an international manufacturing network\n\nCollaborative, forward-thinking culture with investment in digital transformation

Operations Director | Support Services Business | UK Wide \n\nZachary Daniels are delighted to be supporting this well known market leader in the appointment of an Operations Director to head up a rapidly growing division within their organisation.\n\nReporting to the Managing Director, the Operations Director will provide strategic, commercial and operational leadership to the division and its strategic growth. The role holds full accountability for the P&L and is responsible for delivering sustainable organic growth in partnership with the Sales Director and wider SLT.\n\nThe role of the Operations Director is to ensures that Regional General Managers, Business Managers and their direct reports deliver operational excellence, measurable customer savings, sustainability improvements and best-in-class service.\n\nThe role requires strong commercial acumen, excellent operational judgement and significant leadership capability to influence senior stakeholders across the business whilst balancing long-term strategic planning with the demands of daily operational delivery, ensuring reliability, compliance and excellence at all times.\n\nPRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES\n\nStrategic Leadership\nOperational Excellence\nCommercial & Financial Accountability\nInternal Collaboration & Supply Chain Management\nCustomer Leadership\nPeople Leadership & Culture\nCompliance & Safety \n\nPERSON SPECIFICATION\n\nEducation / Qualifications\n\nDegree or equivalent professional experience.Experience\n\nSignificant senior operational leadership experience within logistics, manufacturing support services or a similar contract-driven environment.\nFull P&L ownership with a proven track record of delivering revenue and EBITDA targets.\nDemonstrable experience of working with commercial teams to drive organic growth and support tender development.\nStrong leadership experience managing multi-layered operational teams across a national footprint.\nEvidence of delivering operational improvement, process standardisation and high-quality service performance.Technical Knowledge\n\nStrong understanding of waste and recycling operations, sustainability drivers and sector legislation.\nRobust knowledge of environmental and H&S compliance requirements.\nCommercial literacy including pricing, margin management, forecasting and contract governance.Skills & Behaviours\n\nStrategic thinker with excellent analytical and decision-making skills.\nStrong leadership presence with the ability to influence at all organisational levels.\nHighly commercial, financially astute and data-driven.\nExcellent relationship-builder with strong collaboration skills, especially in matrix environments.\nResilient, proactive and solutions-oriented, able to balance strategic priorities with operational realities.\nHigh integrity with a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.BH35888

Title: Supply Chain Manager \n\nLocation: Manchester\n\nSalary: £40,000 - £45,000\n\nThe Client \n\nOur client are an extremely well-established industrial supplies business distributor of a diverse range of Industrial Supplies to blue-chip organisations nationally.\n\nThe role of Supply Chain Manager \n\nThis is an office based hands-on role. The successful candidate will be comfortable placing purchase and sales orders, creating and managing order books and taking direct ownership of relationships with some of our clients most complex suppliers. You will also manage a team of Customer Service / Supply Chain Co-ordinators. \n\nKey Responsibilities of the Supply Chain Manager: \n\nThis role is responsible for the complete end-to-end supply chain, from purchase order placement and receipt through to customer order dispatch and delivery confirmation.\nAccountable for Customer OTIF performance and maintaining relationships with customers. \nThis includes contributing to Customer contract review meetings, as well as attending regular Customer meetings to resolve issues or escalate any foreseen Supply Chain delays.\nReview customer order books, offer solutions and manage internally to avoid potential delays to the customer.\nCommercially minded, with the ability to work with suppliers to obtain best pricing during RFQ stages and through general day-to-day purchasing activity.\nManage internal stock levels (circa £2.5 million) by using different stocking methods such as Min/Max, Up To, Order Point/Order Qty, whilst considering seasonal demand and other potential changes in customer demand.\nWork with different departments within the company to understand the business's requirements for overseas products and place future orders with well-established suppliers in the Far East.\nThis includes working to reduce landed costs by consolidating orders and managing shipping, dispatch and arrival schedules. \nA beneficial skill is an understanding of international lead times, Incoterms and the impacts of public holidays such as Chinese New Year.\nManage perishable/short-life items, ensuring they are processed through the business and dispatched in a timely fashion to minimise stock write-off.\nResolve escalated delivery issues with 3PL partners, manage these relationships and monitor performance, whilst working to reduce overall spend through consolidation and minimising additional charges.\nUse Excel extensively to analyse large datasets and produce clear, meaningful reports, with the ability and appetite to build new reports for the department.\nReview and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in line with new ERP system implementations and ongoing continuous improvement activity.\n\nEssentials: \n\nCandidates must live within a 15-mile commute of the office\n\nBachelor's degree \nMinimum 3 years' experience\n\nWhat's on Offer: \n\nCompetitive Salary \n25 Days Holiday\nPension Scheme\nMonday to Friday 8:30 - 17:00\nOnsite Parking\nProfessional Development\nCollaborative Team\nExciting Growth Potential \n\nKeywords: Supply Chain Manager, Supply Chain, International Lead Times, 3PL, Logistics\n\nBowdon Associates is a member of the Guild of Quality Employment Agencies and has agreed to adopt the compliance and recruitment standards that form the basis their code of conduct. A quality, transparent and responsible recruitment agency committed to raising the industry standards

This is a rare opportunity to join a genuinely exciting start-up within the logistics sector. The business is growing quickly, with big plans ahead and they’re looking for someone who wants to be part of that journey, not just do a job.\n\n You’ll be joining a team that’s professional but down to earth - people who work hard, support each other, and recognise effort and results.\n\n The Role \nYou’ll take ownership of pricing domestic road freight jobs in a fast-paced, same day environment.\n This will include:\n \nSame day deliveries \nNext day movements \nFull loads (FTL) \nPart loads (LTL) You’ll be working with customers and suppliers to ensure jobs are priced competitively, delivered efficiently, and commercially sound.\n \nWhat We’re Looking For \nProven experience pricing domestic road freight jobs \nHands-on experience using Courier Exchange (CX) \nBackground in same day / urgent transport is highly desirable \nStrong commercial awareness and ability to make quick decisions \nAble to manage multiple jobs in a fast-paced environment \nA strong work ethic and a “get stuck in” attitude Just as important as experience — we’re looking for someone who believes in what the business is building, wants to grow with it, and is motivated to be part of something long-term.\n\nPackage\n \nSalary circa £30,000 \nHours Monday to Friday 8.30am-5.30pm \nBe part of a growing, ambitious business from an early stage \nWork with a supportive, friendly and professional team \nOpportunity to grow as the business scales \nHard work is recognised and rewarded Location This is a remote role, however there may be a requirement to travel to a Manchester-based office in the future. Applicants should therefore be within a commutable distance.\n\n Apply If you’re experienced in same day freight pricing and want to be part of something exciting, we’d love to hear from you.\n\n Apply now or contact Jade at Spring Supply Chain for a confidential conversation

Due to increased global growth, our client a recognized player within the Freight Forwarding and Transportation industry, are looking for a Logistics Operator to join their Logistics Department in Manchester.\nOn Offer:\n Monday – Friday working pattern, 8.30am-5.30pm. 40 hrs per week.\n Salary up to £28,000 per annum, DOE\n Competitive bonus structure based on results and company growth\n 20 days annual leave + Public holidays. Holiday loyalty days up to a maximum of 5 days (1 additional day on the anniversary of the date you joined.\n Confidential EAP platform for you and your immediate family members as spouse/partners and children aged 16 to 24 in full-time education, living in the same household\n Access to Employee Discounts and Benefits, which includes Grocery Shopping, Holidays, Movies, Sports, Wellness and many more\n Death in Service equal to three times your annual salary / Private Medical Scheme (application process required)\n After one year’s service company contributions increase 9% for the Group personal Pension Plan\nDuties and Responsibilities of the Logistics Operator:\n To work as a link between the freight forwarding & warehouse operations team.\n Prepare manual or scanned entry packing lists.\n Prepare orders for dispatch.\n Prepare weekly stock checks.\n Ensure all orders are ordered and booked accurately.\n Accountable for looking after customer’s specific requirements.\n Produce and send packing lists to customers and enter on to iMove where applicable.\n Ensure customer record reporting is kept up to date at all times and effective customer communication is maintained.\n Arrange deliveries for storage accounts.\n Create monthly invoices for storage accounts.\n Record stock locations and work closely with Warehouse Assistants to ensure goods are correctly located.\n Manage Key Accounts where required.\n Propose new ideas to reduce costs and improve efficiency.\n Maintain at all times high standards of personal Quality, Health & Safety and professionalism, and actively promote all Company policies and procedures.\nTo be Considered:\n Previous experience within logistics or warehouse operations.\n Good understanding of logistics processes and procedures.\n Strong organisational and administrative skills.\n High attention to detail and accuracy.\n Strong communication skills.\n Ability to prioritise and manage workload effectively.\n * Able to work independently and as part of a team\nFor more details, please contact Willis Global – a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics Industry

Site Engineer / Project Engineer (Electrical, OHL, Transmission, National Grid) Transmission, Distribution, OHL Salary: £dependent on experience + benefits + site bonuses Benefits: Company vehicle (for site travel), professional memberships, support toward chartership Location: UK-wide (travel to project sites and office locations as required) Full-time ARCA Resourcing is partnering with an ambitious and fast-growing engineering organisation within the UK construction and energy sector to recruit a Site / Project Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer looking to develop a well-rounded skillset across design, site delivery, and project engineering, working on high-voltage infrastructure and renewable energy projects across the UK. The Role This is a hybrid engineering role combining design coordination, CAD work, project support, and site-based responsibilities. You’ll gain exposure across the full project lifecycle - from early-stage surveys and design through to construction, commissioning, and close-out - supporting the delivery of substations, overhead lines, cable installations, and grid connection schemes. Key Responsibilities • Interface with clients including National Grid and UK DNOs, • Support communication between site teams, design teams, and project leadership, • Coordinate and support topographical, environmental, and utility surveys, • Produce and update 2D and 3D CAD drawings for design and construction use, • Assist with preparation of technical documentation, including method statements and construction phase plans, • Coordinate site logistics, deliveries, and supply chain interfaces, • Assist in managing site activities to ensure safe and efficient delivery, • Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and client representatives, • Support implementation of SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment & Quality) standards, • Contribute to risk assessments, HAZIDs, and constructability reviews, • Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations and site safety requirements, • Proficiency in AutoCAD and relevant CAD software (e.g. Civil 3D, MicroStation), • Understanding of transmission & distribution or renewable energy projects, • Awareness of health & safety legislation, including CDM, • Good communication and stakeholder engagement skills Experience & Qualifications Essential: • Experience on live construction or infrastructure projects in an engineering or supervisory role, • Practical understanding of site-based project delivery, • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel Desirable: • Experience working on National Grid or DNO projects, • Familiarity with project controls (cost, programme, risk), • Exposure to substations, overhead lines, cables, or grid connections, • Progress toward or holding relevant authorisations (e.g. SR163, Competent Person, NSI8), • Experience with UAV surveys, GIS systems, or digital field tools Why Apply? • Work with a forward-thinking and growing organisation in the energy sector, • Gain exposure across design, site delivery, and project engineering, • Be involved in high-profile UK infrastructure and renewable projects, • Strong support for career development and professional progression, • Competitive salary, benefits, and performance-related bonuses Apply Now If you’re a motivated engineer looking to build a diverse career across project delivery and site engineering, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today through ARCA Resourcing. Please click on the link to apply.

Freight Sales Business Development Manager (Multimodal) Manchester Basic Salary up to £60,000 + Exceptional Uncapped Commission Choice of Company Car or Car Allowance Are you a proven freight forwarding sales professional tired of capped commission structures and unrealistic promises? This is an opportunity to join a business where performance is rewarded properly! Our client is seeking an experienced Freight Sales BDM with a strong track record in winning new business across multimodal freight solutions including air, sea and road freight. The role is focused on developing new commercial opportunities across import/export and end-to-end logistics solutions. Working with a highly experienced operations and customs team, you'll have the support and flexibility needed to genuinely grow your customer portfolio and earnings potential. What's On Offer Basic salary up to £60,000 depending on experience Exceptional uncapped commission scheme tailored to GP generated Choice of company car or car allowance Supportive and experienced operational infrastructure Genuine career progression within a growing freight business Opportunity to join a respected independent forwarder with nationwide presence The Role Winning new freight forwarding business across air, sea and road freight Developing and managing your own customer portfolio Building long-term relationships with importers, exporters and supply chain decis...

Business Development Manager – Freight ForwardingLocation Manchester – Hybrid / Field-Based Salary £40,000 – £65,000 Basic Salary + Uncapped Commission + Car Allowance + Benefits The Company Our client is a globally recognised top 10 freight forwarder, delivering market-leading logistics and supply chain solutions across air freight, sea freight, road freight, customs brokerage, warehousing, and contract logistics. With an established international network and a strong reputation for operational excellence, they are continuing to invest heavily in commercial growth across the UK market. Due to continued expansion, they are now seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to join their high-performing commercial team. The Role The successful candidate will be responsible for driving new business growth across freight forwarding and supply chain solutions, targeting SME and corporate customers across multiple sectors. This is a consultative sales role focused on identifying opportunities, developing strategic relationships, and delivering tailored logistics solutions to customers. Key responsibilities include: • Generating and developing new business opportunities across air, sea, and road freight, • Managing the full sales cycle from prospecting through to onboarding, • Building and maintaining a stro...

DBR Group, acting as Recruitment Agency, are recruiting for Iberian Route Manager for our very well established and renowned client based in Trafford Park, Manchester. About the Job Working for a very well-established company in the heart of Trafford Park, Manchester. They provide International Freight & Global Logistics Solutions to importers, exporters and their-party logistics companies alike. They have been operational since January 2007. Since then, their services have been further enhanced, and their productivity has increased. They have built the business on providing industry leading levels of customer service, each point of contact be it with a customer, supplier or partner is an opportunity to excel and show why they are different. Your role as an Iberian Route Manager will oversee the end-to-end logistics, transportation, and supply chain operations across European borders. They bridge the gap between clients, hauliers, and international partners, ensuring that freight is moved on time, within budget, and in strict compliance with cross-border trade laws. The role is a direct permanent position. Key Responsibilities Manage and direct European import and export operations, including groupage, part-load, and full-load freight movements

Sales Executive - Freight & Logistics Manchester | Full Time | £32,000 + Bonus + Benefits We're currently partnering with a well-established and rapidly growing logistics organisation to recruit an ambitious Sales Executive for their Manchester-based commercial team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected business operating within the international freight and logistics sector, supporting freight forwarders and supply chain partners across the UK and overseas. The company has built a strong reputation for reliability, flexibility, and customer service, and is continuing to invest heavily in growth, technology, and people. The role would suit a commercially driven individual with experience in freight forwarding or logistics sales who enjoys building relationships, developing new business, and working in a fast-paced environment. What's on Offer • £32,000 Competitive Salary, • Performance-related incentives, • Company pension scheme, • Genuine career progression opportunities, • Supportive and collaborative team culture, • Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious logistics business, • Exposure to international freight markets and key industry clients The Role As Sales Executive, you'll play a key role in driving business growth across wholesale freight and logistics services, including air freight, i...

Company description: GXO Logistics Supply Chain Inc. Job description: Are you an experiencedHGV Class 2 Driverlooking for a change? Would you like to work for a market leading company with fantastic benefits? If so, we have a great opportunity for you! Here atGXO Logistics, a leading name in supply chain solutions, we are currently looking for the full-time, permanentHGV Class 2 Driverto become a part of our growing team inTrafford Park,Manchesterfor our customer, the largest coffee shop chain in the UK,Costa Coffee. This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced drivers who are committed to safe, compliant working practices. This is a demanding role with excellent rewards. You will be contracted to work48 hoursper week over a 17-week period on the shift pattern of5 on 3 offwith the start time window of17:0020:00. Pay, benefits and more: • Annual salary of£49,962, • Overtime paid at time and a half rate, • 25 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), • Ongoing annual CPC training, • Flexible dental insurance plans, • Company sponsored pension scheme, • 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and fully comprehensive employee assistance programme, • Acces...

Kick-start your career with an exciting and fast-paced graduate development programme from the UK's largest B2B supplier of electrical equipment. Enjoy excellent rewards, hands-on learning and a clear pathway into sales leadership and business management.What's on Offer: • £31,000 - £33,000 starting salary, • Two pay rises in your first year, • Profit share bonus + up to £1,800 tax-free training bonuses, • 25 days' holiday + matched employer pension contributions, • Fast progression into B2B sales and management, • Industry-leading, accredited training and mentorship, • Highly sociable company culture with opportunities to network with clients at events such as, golf days, football matches and motorsport About the Company This market-leading group is committed to developing future leaders. Their long-running graduate programme is designed for ambitious, commercially-focused graduates who want to learn how a successful business operates and progress into high-earning sales and management roles.The Role As a Graduate Trainee, you'll learn the business from the ground up, build strong customer relationships and progress into a field sales and business management position.Graduate Training Programme: First 6 Months • Develop core knowledge of how the business operates - sales, warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administrati...

Reports to: Buyer / Planning Lead Join a globally recognised engineering business specialising in high-efficiency fluid-flow and HVAC solutions, with a workforce of 1,000+ employees and a manufacturing footprint spanning multiple continents. This organisation is known for its long-standing heritage in innovation, sustainability, and smart building technology, supporting critical infrastructure worldwide. Operating at the intersection of engineering excellence and environmental responsibility, the business is focused on developing intelligent solutions that reduce energy consumption and support net-zero goals across commercial and industrial sectors. This is a key role within a highly collaborative supply chain function, where you'll be responsible for aligning demand, supply, and production strategies in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You'll play a central part in ensuring materials flow efficiently through the business while balancing service levels, cost, and working capital. You'll work cross-functionally with procurement, production, logistics, and commercial teams, acting as a critical link in delivering operational performance and supporting strategic decision-making. Support end-to-e...

Are you ready to launch your career in one of the UK's leading logistics companies? Davies Turner Plc has an exciting Supply and Logistics A Level Entry Early Careers Programme opportunity! Location: Manchester, M17 1DP Salary: £23,000 minimum per annum Job Type: Full Time, 2-Year Fixed Programme Closing Date: 2 July 2026 Who Are We? Davies Turner Plc is a leading UK-based multimodal freight forwarder specialising in logistics, e-commerce and warehousing. As one of the largest independent freight forwarding companies in the UK, we manage global freight movements by road, rail, air, and sea. Founded in 1870, we operate from 23 branches across the UK, employ nearly 1,000 colleagues, and have a turnover exceeding £225 million. Davies Turner is offering a 2-year Supply Chain & Logistics Training Programme designed for school and college leavers. This is a great opportunity to earn while you learn, gain hands-on experience, and build a long-term career in logistics. Manchester Site: Located in the shadow of Old Trafford football ground in Trafford Park it is a constant hive of activity. Manchester branch is high performing Davies Turner site with a strong ethos and culture underpinned on excellent customer service and high standards. Recent upgrades to staff facilities and continuous modernising of our technical processes makes for a positive and dynamic working environment. The easiest wa...

AI & Digital Transformation Specialist | Manchester Hybrid Opportunity NES Fircroft are currently supporting our client, one of the world’s leading agriculture and crop science companieswith the recruitment of an AI & Digital Transformation Specialist. You will join their European Supply Operations team based in Manchester on a hybrid opportunity! This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in AI, automation, Power Platform, Python, data analytics, and digital process improvement to work on large-scale transformation projects within supply chain and logistics operations. The role will focus on improving operational efficiency through automation, AI-driven solutions, workflow improvements, dashboards, reporting tools, and digital transformation initiatives across European operations. You will be involved in: ✅ Process automation and workflow optimisation ✅ AI / ML-based operational tools and analytics ✅ Power BI, Power Apps & Power Automate solutions ✅ Python scripting and data automation ✅ SAP S/4HANA integrations and reporting tools ✅ API integrations and digital solution development ✅ Supply chain and logistics transformation projects We are keen to speak with candidates who have experience within: ✔ AI & Automation ✔ Digital Transformation ✔ Data Analytics / BI ✔ Power Platform ✔ Python ...

7.5 Tonne Driver - Leigh £16.44 per hour (including holiday pay) We are currently recruiting a 7.5 tonne driver (Class 2) to work in our Logistics Distribution and supply chain team for our client based in Leigh. Newly passed drivers are welcome to apply, so even if you have limited experience, this could be a great opportunity for you. The Role As a 7.5 tonne driver you'll be reporting to the Team Leader, you will work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, adapting to new situations on a daily basis. This is a physically and mentally demanding role that requires reliability, flexibility, and a strong work ethic. Pay Rate: £14.67 per hour Plus £1.77 holiday pay per hour Total: £16.44 per hour Shifts: 5 nights out of 6 (Saturdays off) or 4 nights a week Start time: 02:00 AM 8-hour shifts Temp to perm position Key Responsibilities Safe and legal operation of a 7.5 tonne vehicle Conducting pre-trip vehicle checks Ensuring loads are secure Planning efficient delivery routes Adhering to drivers' hours and road regulations Delivering goods to specified locations on time Requirements Full UK driving licence with Category C (Class 2) Excellent time management and organisational skills Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious Strong work ethic with a positive, can-do attitude Good communication and teamwork skills Right to work in the UK ...

Trainee Freight Operations Coordinator Location: Manchester, Wythenshawe Salary: £26,500 per annum + Quarterly Bonus incentive Hours: Monday to Friday, Full Time Are you looking to start or develop your career within the logistics and freight forwarding industry? We are recruiting for an exciting entry-level opportunity with a well-established and growing international logistics business. This role is ideal for someone looking to build a long-term career in freight forwarding, supply chain, or transport operations. No direct industry experience is required, although any previous knowledge or exposure to logistics, shipping, transport, or freight forwarding would be highly advantageous. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive business that will provide training, development, and genuine career progression.

A leading FMCG business based in Manchester are looking for a Customer Supply Manager with a strong supply chain focus to lead and develop a customer service function that sits at the heart of operations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring a seamless end-to-end customer experience, balancing customer expectations with supply chain capability. You will act as the key interface between customers and internal teams including planning, logistics, warehousing, and commercial, ensuring orders are fulfilled accurately, on time, and in line with service level agreements. Key Responsibilities • Lead, coach, and develop a customer service team to deliver high service standards, • Own the order-to-delivery process, ensuring smooth execution across the supply chain, • Act as the primary escalation point for customer issues relating to availability, delivery, or service, • Work closely with Supply Chain, Planning, Transport, and Warehouse teams to resolve constraints, • Monitor and improve KPIs such as OTIF, order accuracy, lead times, and customer satisfaction, • Manage demand variability by collaborating with planning and forecasting functions, • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across customer service and supply chain processes, • Support new customer onboarding and changes to service models or ways of working, • Produce clear reportin...

Experienced AIR Export Operator South Manchester - Office based NO HYBRID Up to £40,000 Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive AIR Export Specialist to join our logistics team. This role is integral to managing international and domestic shipments, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations, and facilitating smooth supply chain operations. The successful candidate will possess strong organisational skills, experience with various logistics software, and a solid understanding of customs procedures and trade regulations. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to develop their career within a dynamic global organisation. Duties Coordinate AIR export activities, including documentation, customs clearance, and compliance with relevant regulations such as FDA standards. Utilise transportation management systems (TMS), EDI, AS400, and CRM software to track shipments, update records, and manage client relationships effectively. Liaise with 3PL providers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal departments to ensure timely delivery of goods. Negotiate rates and terms with carriers and service providers to optimise costs while maintaining service quality. Manage data entry tasks related to shipment details, inventory levels, and supply chain metrics with accuracy. Support lead generation activities and B2B sales efforts by provid...

Medical Equipment Logistics We are seeking an organised and proactive WarehouseLogistics Coordinator to help oversee day-to-day business operations within an international medical device company servicing the NHS. The role will focus on ensuring smooth supply chain processes, regulatory compliance, and efficient resource management to support business growth and excellent customer service. Experience of goods in / Goods Out Kit booking etc. It is essential you thrive in a fast moving logistics environment Key Responsibilities Oversee daily operational activities across warehousing, logistics, and distribution. Assist in inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely replenishment. Liaise with suppliers and service providers to ensure quality and delivery standards. Ensure compliance with medical device regulations, health & safety, and ISO standards. Monitor and report on operational KPIs, identifying areas for improvement. Support the implementation of process improvements to drive efficiency and cost savings. Work closely with finance, sales, and service teams to ensure seamless business operations. Requirements Previous experience in an Warehouse, supply chain, and logistics role in medical or healthcare industries