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Following a period of sustained growth our client is seeking to appoint an experienced Finance & Operations Director or ambitious FD Designate to act as strategic partner to the MD. The business has expanded through strategic acquisition and organic growth and is now forecast double digit turnover for the current financial year. As they enter the next stage of development they are investing in people and systems to strengthen the financial, operational and administrative functions to ensure they are fit for purpose and further growth.About the business Based in the north Lancashire area the company supplies specialist equipment to commercial and domestic customers in the UK and Europe. By working closely with manufacturers on design and product development their ability to offer innovative solutions and excellent support services have positioned them as market leaders in their field with a prestigious customer base.About the role This opportunity would suit someone keen to go on an exciting journey and act as strategic partner to the MD and genuine number two. This will be an important role helping to ensure the business runs efficiently so you will take ownership of the office and administration, support operations, manufacturing and the warehouse, driving projects and improving systems. You will therefore be fully involved in the day to day running of the business, allowing the MD to focus on sales, product development, acquisitions and growth. The suitable candidate must have a proven track record of working in a fast-moving SME business and a flexible approach to supporting a busy MD.Key responsibilities Developing a finance function capable of supporting the businesss continued growth. Delivering timely and insightful MI to drive decision making. Strengthening financial controls, governance and compliance. Leading budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management Managing the companies FX exposure with oversight of all import / export documentation Credibly leading commercial discussions with customers and overseas suppliers. Providing support to purchasing and supply chain negotiations Leading business systems and ERP projects. Providing commercial analysis and strategic decision support across all departments Driving accountability across department heads Supporting manufacturing and production planning with the Operations Manager. Improving warehouse efficiency, stock accuracy and operational performance. Overseeing statutory reporting and external audit requirements Manage relationships with bankers, accountants and other external advisers Evaluate investment opportunities and potential acquisitions Acting as the MDs trusted second-in-command, taking responsibility for the day-to-day operational running of the businessIdeal candidate profile You will be an ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant already operating at a senior level in a finance role. Likely to be an existing Finance Director looking for a broader new challenge or an ambitious Head of Finance / Senior Financial Controller looking for a leadership opportunity with a clear pathway to FD. You will be someone who enjoys building rather than maintaining and is motivated by making a difference rather than just reporting the numbers. You will be a great communicator, able to develop and motivate your team and work with colleagues across the business to drive positive change and instil a culture of excellence. The ideal candidate will have good experience of modernising and improving systems, ensuring integration with other business platforms, automating where necessary and potentially project managing an ERP implementation in the future.This fantastic opportunity has real potential and can offer a rewarding experience to a finance leader looking for a broader challenge or possibly taking on an MD / Commercial Director role at a later stage. Given the nature and seniority of the position the role will be office based (anticipated minimum 80-90%). This company is on an exciting journey and is looking to attract someone high calibre so a competitive salary, company car and package is on offer with potential LTIP / equity participation available in the future.TPBN1_UKTJ

An established and highly successful FMCG business is seeking an experienced Head of Transport to lead its national transport operation across multiple distribution sites. Reporting directly to the Head of Operations, you will take strategic responsibility for the company's transport function, leading a team of Transport Depot Managers, Planning Managers and Compliance specialists to deliver exceptional service, operational excellence and regulatory compliance across a complex national distribution network. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the transport strategy, optimising fleet operations, improving transport KPIs and supporting the wider operational objectives of the business. Working closely with senior stakeholders across Operations, Commercial, Planning and Supply Chain, you will lead transport optimisation projects, develop high-performing teams and embed best practice across all depots. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a market-leading business where you will have the autonomy to shape a national transport operation, influence business strategy and drive meaningful operational improvements. Ideal Candidate Proven experience leading multi-site transport operations within a fast-paced FMCG company. Strong knowledge of DVSA legislation, Operator Licence compliance and transport best practice. Demonstrable success delivering transport optimisation and continuous improvement projects. Experience managing transport budgets and delivering against key operational KPIs including OTIF, service, labour and fleet performance. Strong understanding of transport planning, fleet management and operational systems, ideally including ERP platforms. An inspirational leader with the ability to develop, coach and influence high-performing teams across multiple locations. Inernational CPC (Essential), NEBOSH (Desireable).If you believe you have the skills and experience to succeed in this confidential opportunity, please get in touch with Will Malcolm at or (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion. Get in touch with Henderson Brown today to view all of our current manufacturing, engineering and supply chain opportunities and to find out more about our specialist recruitment services across food manufacturing, fresh produce, FMCG and industrial sectors

The Head of Manufacturing and Supply Chain will lead the end-to-end manufacturing and supply chain operation at Park Royal, ensuring the business can scale with pace, consistency and excellence. Head of Manufacturing and Supply Chain. The successful candidate will be an experienced senior leader fro

The Head of Manufacturing and Supply Chain will lead the end-to-end manufacturing and supply chain operation at Park Royal, ensuring the business can scale with pace, consistency and excellence. Head of Manufacturing and Supply Chain. Lead a multifunctional organisation of circa 300 colleagues acros

Wasabi Sushi & Bento in Park Royal is seeking an exceptional senior operations leader to head end-to-end manufacturing and supply chain.

Wasabi Sushi and Bento is seeking a Head of Manufacturing and Supply Chain to lead end-to-end operations from Park Royal.

A digital supply chain company is seeking an experienced Director of Product Marketing to enhance partnerships with enterprise clients and drive product positioning. This role requires a strong background in B2B SaaS, particularly within supply chain technology. Candidates should have 8-12 years of

Head of Supply Chain We’re seeking a permanent Head of Supply Chain to take full ownership of end‑to‑end supply chain operations within a fast‑paced contract development and manufacturing (CDMO) environment that is undergoing sig

A digital supply chain company is seeking an experienced Director of Product Marketing to enhance partnerships with enterprise clients and drive product positioning. This role requires a strong background in B2B SaaS, particularly within supply chain technology. Candidates should have 8-12 years of

Head of Supply Chain Planning & Transformation. For the right person, this role offers the chance to make a visible impact, lead meaningful change and shape a key area of the supply chain function. A leading retail business is looking for a senior supply chain leader to join its leadership team and

A digital supply chain company is seeking an experienced Director of Product Marketing to enhance partnerships with enterprise clients and drive product positioning. This role requires a strong background in B2B SaaS, particularly within supply chain technology. Candidates should have 8-12 years of

This is an opportunity for an established Head of Supply Chain / Site Supply Chain Leader / Senior Supply Chain Director-level professional to take ownership of a critical manufacturing Supply Chain operation and have a genuine impact on the site's future performance. Walker Cole International are p

A digital supply chain company is seeking an experienced Director of Product Marketing to enhance partnerships with enterprise clients and drive product positioning. This role requires a strong background in B2B SaaS, particularly within supply chain technology. Candidates should have 8-12 years of

For the right person, this role offers the chance to make a visible impact, lead meaningful change and shape a key area of the supply chain function. Head of Supply Chain Planning & Transformation. This is an opportunity to join a well-known retail business at an important stage of its supply chain

We’re seeking a permanent Head of Supply Chain to take full ownership of end‑to‑end supply chain operations within a fast‑paced contract development and manufacturing (CDMO) environment that is undergoing significant positive investment and expansion. Proven leadership of end‑to‑end supp

The Head of Supply Chain will take ownership of building a resilient, efficient and scalable supply chain — ensuring the operation can support both the needs of the business today and where it is heading next. The Head of Supply Chain will have responsibility for the performance and continued deve

Head of Supply Chain | Central London 3 days in the office. Extensive experience within Food FMCG supply chains across demand, supply, and production planning. You will lead the alignment of demand, supply, inventory, production, and financial plans, ensuring the business can effectively balance ser

This is an opportunity for an established Head of Supply Chain / Site Supply Chain Leader / Senior Supply Chain Director-level professional to take ownership of a critical manufacturing Supply Chain operation and have a genuine impact on the site's future performance. Walker Cole International are p

Proven ability to manage and lead a team of 10+ direct reports, together with the ability to soft influence teams and individuals that sit in other areas of the business. The Global Head of Data Solutions will lead our global data delivery function, ensuring the accurate, timely, and high-quality pr

Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. The firm services an international community of clients and provides advice in situations where the constraints of geography often do not apply. Proven track record of drivi

A leading financial services organization in London is seeking a Head of Technology Operations. Compensation includes a base salary of up to £190,000 plus bonus.

Richard James Recruitment Specialists Ltd is assisting a London-based crude and oil products trading group to find a Head of Treasury Operations. This is a senior, international treasury role reporting to the Head of Structured Finance.

Birmingham, London or Edinburgh with a preference for 2-3 days in the office. All roles are open to part-time, job-share and other types of flexibility. We offer our colleagues flexibility, trust and benefits that work for whatever life brings.

S&H have been exclusively instructed by a consumer business on a Head of Legal Operations position. Managing a team of engineers and legal operations specialists, you will be responsible for shaping and designing (and implementing) legal ops to a global legal function, aiming for a best‑in‑class

My client, a large UK Financial Service Organisation is seeking a Head of Technology Operations to build a Technology Operations function from scratch and lead it at national scale to join their London based office. Head of Technology Operations – Technology, Reliability, Incident Management, Team

Record PLC is seeking an experienced Head of Infrastructure to lead global infrastructure operations, security, and resilience from our London base. The role reports to the CTO and requires hands‑on leadership of a high‑performing team, with strong governance, risk management, and operational ex

People who love building great products, redefining success, and turning the complexity of a chaotic world into the simplicity of a beautiful solution. Developing strategic supply chain partnerships and negotiating commercial terms. Executing and scaling Australia operations, working with the local

In this fixed-term transformation role, the Head of Finance Operations will lead the end-to-end modernisation of the organisation's Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and Payroll functions. These qualities are essential for us to engage with and meet the needs of our varied global stak

This role is based in London with remote flexibility and an expectation of connecting in the office one to three days a week. Understanding of data center cost drivers, including power, cooling, network infrastructure, and capacity utilisation, is preferred. We strongly encourage applications from p

Supply Chain Resilience: Assess the security posture of third-party APIs and integrations to prevent data leaks or service disruptions. Pentest Ownership: Own the global Penetration Testing schedule, ensuring all critical outward-facing assets (website, head office, stores) are tested regularly. Loc

The Head of Treasury Operations, EMEA is responsible for leading the regional Treasury Operations function and ensuring the effective, controlled and scalable execution of Treasury operational processes across EMEA. Role model the highest standards of integrity and conduct, reflecting Company Values

Reporting to the Head of Head of Structured Finance, the Head of Treasury Operations will be responsible for:. Annual audits of all banking mandates of Group ensuring they are in line with Delegations of Authority. Managing the development and delivery of any treasury projects covering all aspect of

Contract Type: Temporary to permanent The Role: Operating the FLT counterbalance truck to move products around site Supporting the wider team moving and lifting products General warehouse duties as and when required Loading and loading vehicles using the truck About You: A minimum of 1 years of expe

Inventory Control: - Support inventory management by maintaining accurate records of packed items to uphold precise stock levels. Health and Safety: - Operate safely within a team environment, fully complying with site health and safety regulations and Safe Systems of Work. Valid Forklift Truck lice

The company An established company in the Atherton area Offering a competitive salary of £33,150 per annum Hours of Work: Mon to Weds: 07:30 to 17:00, Thurs & Fri: (Alternating Shift) 07:30 to 17:00 / 08:00 to 17:30 To apply in confidence, please send your CV to Tracey McDermott at TRF Technica

You must be reliable, hard working and able to work both alone and as part of a team.

Build and manage a strong pipeline of opportunities across a broad range of sectors. In the right candidate they are looking for: - Proven experience in a commercial or business development role within logistics, transport or supply chain. This is a newly created key commercial role, responsible for

The role combines operational excellence with strong commercial strategyensuring efficient, compliant transport of goods while maximising profitability, developing new business opportunities, building client relationships, and negotiating competitive supplier partnerships. A major UK & International

As the Procurement & inventory Manager, you will be getting involved in: Lead, coach, and develop the procurement, planning, and warehouse teams Oversee purchase order approvals, pricing agreements, contract negotiations, and supplier compliance Drive supplier sourcing, performance reviews, and

Supply Chain & Logistics OversightWork closely and lead the Logistics team to ensure the efficient movement of inventory across Thrivins global supply chain. Requirements7+ years experience across <stron

What you’ll lead Full lifecycle procurement of Hard FM contractsCoordination of operational, contractual and technical workstreamsTender documentation, governance activity and mobilis

The RoleReporting into the European Procurement team, youll take ownership of procurement activity across the Construction/Hard FM category, along with other indirect categories partnering with operations teams to support the continued g

This newly created leadership role will become the operational backbone of the business, taking ownership of the internal running of the organisation and allowing the Managing Director and Technical Director to focus on commercial growth, innovation and customer delivery. Head of Business Operations

A leading UK-based leisure and attractions operator with a varied estate of high-footfall destinations across visitor experiences, hospitality and entertainment. This senior event management role is responsible for leading, developing and inspiring Event Management and Event Support teams across a c

Reporting directly to the Chairman, you will lead the commercial and operational performance of the business, driving occupancy, revenue, customer experience and operational excellence across a growing portfolio, while building the platform for future growth.

Minimum of 3 years of experience in Innovation Planning, Supply Planning, Demand Planning or an R&D innovation focussed role. There will be plenty of opportunities to work on new initiatives/experiments across supply chain as well as business functions as Elida evolves into bigger company. Defines a

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, you'll be responsible for maintaining optimal stock levels, analysing demand trends, and ensuring the smooth flow of products throughout the supply chain. If you're looking for a role where you can develop your career and play an integral part in a high-perform