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Who Are We? Gear4music is a leading UK & European musical retailer. Since launching in 2003, our mission has been to make music accessible for all. We now offer over 62,000 products, serve customers in 190 countries, and operate in 15 languages and 9 currencies. In 2022, we also launched AV.com – retailing HiFi, Home Cinema, and accessories. Behind the scenes, we’re powered by a growing technical team who make all of this possible. We recently turned over £147m and continue to grow, evolve, and innovate. Who Are You? You’re a sharp, thoughtful, and organised Product Manager with a passion for technology and process improvement. You love asking the right questions, spotting bottlenecks, and figuring out how things can be done better, faster, smarter. You thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments and enjoy solving real-world problems. You’re a confident communicator who can bring together technical and non-technical minds to drive tangible change – and you're excited to make a serious impact on how we work. Your Mission Sitting within the Tech Team’s product management function, You’ll play a key role in enhancing operational efficiency. Your job is to act as the bridge between technical teams, business stakeholders, and third-party vendors, helping us design and implement solutions that drive real results. You will: • Gather, document, and analyse complex business requirement., • Translate business needs into clear, actionable technical specifications., • Work with technical SMEs to understand our current technical set up, identifying areas of particular complexity and challenge., • Analyse and model current and future processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency and improvement., • Work closely with developers, external partners and infrastructure teams to deliver scalable technical solutions., • Support project delivery using Agile practices – contributing to sprint planning, retrospectives, and stakeholder demos., • Drive test planning and UAT, ensuring business goals are met before solutions go live., • Proactively communicate project progress, blockers, and outcomes to stakeholders at all levels., • Act as a champion for continuous improvement, working across departments to reduce manual processes and increase operational efficiency. The Technical Bits We don’t expect you to code – but you’ll need to be technically fluent enough to hold your own in discussions with developers, product teams, and vendors. Here’s the sort of experience we’re looking for: • Demonstrable experience as a Product Manager, Business Analyst, Systems architect, or similar role (3+ years)., • Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS), operational systems, or logistics platforms., • Familiarity with business analysis tools (e.g. JIRA, Confluence, Visio, Lucidchart)., • Understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies., • Comfortable working with technical documentation, workflows, and data models., • Experience with WMS platforms, Logistics technology, or e-commerce back-office functions is highly desirable. Bonus points for: • Experience in systems/process transformation in a logistics, warehouse or retail operations environment. Why Us? Because we actually care. No, really. We're not about flash perks or empty promises. We’re about giving you the space, support, and flexibility to do your best work, grow in your role, and feel valued along the way. From wellbeing resources and mental health support to properly planned progression paths – you’ll be part of a culture that values honesty, collaboration, and impact. You’ll work with real people solving real challenges – not stuck in endless meetings or writing reports no one reads. You’ll get to shape how we work and play a key part in building solutions that scale with our business. We’re a flat team – our directors sit with the teams, and everyone has a voice. Critiquing your boss is allowed. Encouraged, even. Our Head Office and UK warehouse operations are based in York, so that’s where you’ll spend the majority of your time, but there will be opportunity for hybrid working and flexible hours, depending on your circumstances. What We Will Offer • Great pay – and it’s always on time., • No expectation of long hours. We respect your time., • A personal development plan and regular 1:1s., • Your choice of Mac or Windows Laptop, • Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme., • A generous staff discount scheme., • Flexible hours and no dress code., • Mental health first aiders., • A strong learning culture with support for external training. And the usual good stuff: • Cycle to work scheme., • Eyecare vouchers., • Company pension scheme., • Employee referral bonuses. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, in line with the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please let us know. A member of our friendly recruitment team will contact you to discuss your needs in more detail and ensure appropriate arrangements are made.

Head of BI Business Intelligence and Data York, North Yorkshire YO26 £80,000 - £85,000 per annum Permanent role with Hybrid working option (1 day working from home) The opportunity Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are seeking a technically exceptional, hands‑on Head of BI & Data to lead and scale business intelligence, data, reporting, and decision support across a growing business based in York, North Yorkshire This is a senior leadership role for someone who enjoys working close to the detail while setting clear technical direction. You will play a pivotal role in helping the organisation maximise the value of its data, supporting significant transformation initiatives such as the migration from a legacy data warehouse to Microsoft Fabric, alongside the development of customer, CRM, and CDP data capabilities. You will work closely with senior stakeholders across technology, operations, and the wider business to deliver trusted, timely insights that drive commercial and operational performance What you’ll be responsible for Strategy & Delivery • Own and deliver a clear, practical BI and Data strategy aligned to business objectives and long‑term growth ambitions, • Translate business priorities into a focused, achievable data roadmap, • Own and evolve the enterprise data platform, including pipelines, models, integrations, and the transition to Microsoft Fabric, • Set and uphold high standards for data architecture, modelling, and engineering, • Deliver reliable, consistent MI, reporting, and dashboards for operational and strategic decision‑making, • Establish and maintain a trusted single version of the truth, with clear definitions and metric governance, • Lead, develop, and mentor a small but high‑impact BI and Data team, • Set clear direction, priorities, and technical standards, • Act as the senior authority on BI and Data, partnering with senior stakeholders and influencing decision‑making, • Establish strong data standards, quality controls, and transparency across the data estate Essential • Proven senior‑level leadership experience in BI, Data, or Analytics, • Strong technical background with a hands‑on, delivery‑focused mindset, • Exceptional stakeholder management skills at senior level, • Highly collaborative and cross‑functional approach, • Clear, confident communicator able to simplify complex topics, • Strong analytical thinking and intellectual curiosity, • Experience with Microsoft Fabric, • Experience with modern cloud‑based data platforms and data engineering practices, • Familiarity with Agile delivery in a data environment, • Experience supporting commercial, operational, or customer analytics, • Up to 25% off Colleague Discount, • 33 days Holiday (incl BH) Plus the Option to Buy 3 Extra Days, • Commuter Club discount, • Health Cash Back Plan, • Eurostar Agent Rates This is a high‑impact leadership role with genuine influence over the organisation’s data strategy, platform, and culture. You’ll have the opportunity to shape “what good looks like” for BI and Data, lead meaningful transformation, and build a function that underpins confident, data‑driven decision‑making. If you would like to apply for the role of Head of BI and Data then please email your CV to or call Deb on 07557803946 Closing date is 9.5.2026 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications. Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are acting as an employment agency on behalf of its client. By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. To view our full Privacy Policy please visit our website. Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future

Our client is one of the fastest growing providers of Cold Chain Logistics. They require a POD Engineer to join their busy team onsite team on a permanent basis. Offering a salary of £52,882 per annum the role is based 5 days out of 7, with a core pattern of Monday to Friday, 08:00am to 17:00pm - there is occasional weekend work. Key Responsibilities: Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below. We are seeking a proactive and technically capable POD Engineer to ensure the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the automated conveyor systems that interface with trailers, including powered chains, motors, air systems and associated control components. This role delivers planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive fault response and spare parts management for both fixed automation and trailer-mounted equipment. You will play a key part in maximising uptime, maintaining compliance with site and OEM standards, and supporting the smooth flow of goods through the automated loading process. Ideally based locally to your POD based in Scarborough Intermittent travel expected across all other client UK sites and customer locations, to support with maintenance and operational requirements. Depending on location, hotel accommodation will be arranged with your line manager, costs to be covered by the business and associated travel expenses. Key Duties: Automated Conveyor & Trailer Interface Systems Maintain and service automated conveyor systems feeding trailers. Work on motors, gearboxes, chains, rollers, sprockets, bearings and transfer units. Support automation interfaces between warehouse systems and trailers. Diagnose mechanical, electrical and pneumatic faults at conveyor-trailer handover points. Trailer Maintenance Deliver full PPM servicing of trailers, including powered floor systems, motors and pneumatic systems. Inspect air pressure lines, valves, hoses and connectors. Conduct condition checks during docked and undocked periods. Identify wear trends and recommend component replacements ahead of failure. Carry out cleaning of trailers as required. Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) Execute structured PPM schedules including daily/weekly inspections, monthly servicing, quarterly checks and annual overhauls. Record all PPM activity in the site CMMS or maintenance logs. Ensure compliance with site safety, food safety and cold-store standards. Reactive Maintenance & Fault Response Provide first-line reactive breakdown support for automation and trailer systems. Troubleshoot faults quickly to minimise downtime. Escalate complex issues to manufacturers or specialist support when required. Support recovery plans following major failures. Spare Parts & Inventory Management Manage on-site spare parts inventory for conveyors and trailer systems. Maintain accurate stock levels for motors, gearboxes, chains, sprockets, bearings, sensors, air fittings and trailer-specific components. Monitor usage trends and forecast future demand. Raise replenishment requests and support standardisation of parts to reduce SKU complexity and cost. Safety, Compliance & Continuous Improvement Work in line with LOTO and site safety procedures. Identify reliability risks and propose improvement actions. Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce breakdown frequency. Provide technical feedback to operations and engineering management. Must be comfortable working in sub-zero freezer conditions of -19C and below. Requirements: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in electrical or mechanical engineering. Experience working with pneumatics, electrical, and mechanical systems. Competence in PPMs and structured maintenance routines. Ability to work with OEM equipment and documentation. Experience with inventory tracking for engineering spare parts. Understanding of LOTO procedures. Please apply in writing with your CV in the first instance to Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. xrnqpay For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Aka Recruitment are thrilled to continue our longstanding partnership, with our client on the outskirts of Wakefield, to bring you this Logistics Coordinator position. You’ll work Monday to Friday, completing 8-hours per day between 7:00am and 6:00pm, plus alternate Saturday mornings (8:00am–1:00pm). Salary basic starts at £29,740k with the option to develop and further progress within the business Job Duties include: Manage a team of drivers, using IT software to support and deliver agreed delivery service to all customers, providing a customer 1st attitude and service. To perform other general warehouse duties when required. To carry out multiple deliveries to our existing Branch network, collecting cash on a daily basis from our existing Branches. Ensure we offer high-quality all-round customer service, day in day out. To ensure parts are picked and packed in an accurate and timely manner. Support warehouse operations and resolve issues related to delays, damages or discrepancies. Be responsible for the care and maintenance of the fleet of vans including daily checks etc. Maintain a high level of Health & Safety standards Requirements: A good local knowledge of the area An excellent team player with the desire to succeed. Good communication skills. A person who can pay careful attention to the job & follow instructions precisely. A Valid Driving License Ability to thrive in a high pressure and fast-paced environment. Reasons to apply: Family run business Varied position Option to progress/divert within the business This role is ideally matched to someone with a logistics background, initially from a multi drop aspect but that isn't essential. If you have a strong attention to detail and are able to think quickly then this role will be great for you! To apply for this role, please send your CV in confidence to us here at Aka Recruitment, job reference for this role is Aka3767