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Step into the role of Aldi Store Manager and lead your team to deliver exceptional shopping experiences that go beyond customer expectations. You'll inspire a positive, high-performing work environment while driving operational excellence, maintaining top-quality standards, controlling costs, and ensuring compliance. Your leadership is the driving force behind the store's success! Key Responsibilities Lead your team to deliver exceptional customer service that consistently exceeds expectationsDrive KPI performance, consistently meeting challenging operational targetsOversee the execution and supervision of in-store tasks to meet targets and standardsRecruitment for your team, leading them and fostering their growth and developmentHandle customer complaints with professionalism and maintain compliance with health & safety standardsSkills & Experience Extensive experience leading and inspiring high-performing teams in a fast-paced, lean environmentProven track record in optimising operational efficiency through strategic time and cost managementDemonstrated success in achieving KPIs while upholding the highest standards of compliance and due diligenceCommitment to delivering exceptional customer service and driving business resultsAgile, visionary leader who can proactively embrace change with a results-driven mindsetOur Benefits A market-leading salary package25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, as well as the chance to purchase extra holidays through our holiday purchase schemeA flexible contract of 40 or 45 hours a week26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter LeaveComprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi careerLifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals.TPBN1_UKTJ

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!More about your roleYou'll support the Developments Finance function by producing accurate and timely management information, helping to drive effective decision-making. This includes preparing monthly management accounts, KPI reports, cashflow forecasts and detailed variance analysis, ensuring clear insight into financial and operational performance.You'll be involved in business planning processes, reviewing financial and non-financial results, and supporting the wider finance team with month-end activity and ad-hoc reporting. The role also includes working with stakeholders across the business to provide analysis for projects and programmes, contributing to regulatory and external reporting requirements, and supporting audit and Board reporting activities.Essential criteriaQualified or part-qualified CCAB (or equivalent experience) with evidence on your CVProven experience producing monthly management accounts and financial reportsStrong Excel skills, including advanced data analysis and modelling capabilityExperience preparing cashflow forecasts, KPI reports, and variance analysisDemonstrable experience working in a management accounting or finance role within a complex organisationMore about youYou're a proactive and detail-focused finance professional who enjoys working with data to provide meaningful insight. You bring strong technical expertise, particularly in Excel, alongside the ability to solve problems in a practical and flexible way. You're comfortable managing priorities, working independently, and delivering to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.You build effective working relationships across teams and are committed to delivering a high standard of service to both internal and external stakeholders. Experience in development or construction, or working with systems like COINS, would be beneficial but isn't essential.BenefitsWe are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:Competitive salary with regular annual reviewPension with matched contributions up to 7%35 days holiday (including bank holiday) with option to buy or sell daysHealthcare cashback plan for everyday medical costs - up to £500 savings per yearAccess to wellbeing support such as counselling and flu jabsPrivate GP and health support services availableAccess to a rewards platform with retail and lifestyle discountsSavings on groceries, travel, shopping and home productsOngoing training and development opportunitiesAccess to professional qualifications and career progressionInternal development programmes and learning supportRecognition schemes such as Star Awards and Colleagues AwardsStrong focus on inclusion, wellbeing and colleague engagementFree membership to Places GymsWhat's next?If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us.As part of ourcommitment to diversity and inclusion, we offer a guaranteed interview to candidates who are disabled, neurodiverse, or have served in the Armed Forces, provided they meet the essential criteria for the role. If you would like to be considered under this scheme, please indicate this in your application. We are dedicated to creating a supportive and accessible recruitment process for all.We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview experience, please let us know. We're happy to work with you to ensure you have the opportunity to perform at your best.If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on .W e understand the importance of a supportive and inclusive work culture so please talk to us at interview about flexibility you may need. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but we promise not to judge you for asking. For this role we are open to discussing the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times or compressed hours.If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold callsSafeguardingAt Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect.We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment.By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communitiesTPBN1_UKTJ

Buyer / Procurement Specialist – Genuine Opportunity for Progression! Blackburn | £45,000 per annum + Excellent Benefits | Permanent | Fully Office Based Are you an experienced Buyer or Procurement Specialist with a strong commercial mindset? We are working exclusively with an established and growing award-winning manufacturing business based in Blackburn, who are looking to appoint a Buyer / Procurement Specialist to join their expanding Supply Chain team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong commercial purchasing and supplier negotiation experience to take ownership of purchasing activity and make a genuine impact on the business. Working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will be responsible for securing the right products and materials at the right price, while identifying opportunities to reduce costs, improve supplier terms and deliver commercial value. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, this is a hands-on role with no direct reports, offering genuine opportunity to develop and progress as the procurement function grows. Systems and IT-savvy candidates will excel in this role. The Role Commercial Purchasing & Procurement Managing purchasing activity across assigned product and material categories Negotiating pricing, payment terms, lead times and service levels Obtaining and analysing quotations, RFQs and tenders Identifying cost-saving and alternative sourcing opportunities Challenging supplier pricing and identifying opportunities to improve value Managing purchase orders from placement through to delivery Ensuring purchasing decisions balance cost, quality, availability and service Supplier Management Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships Negotiating with suppliers to achieve improved commercial terms Monitoring supplier performance across cost, quality and delivery Supporting supplier reviews and performance improvement initiatives Resolving supplier, pricing and delivery issues Developing long-term supplier partnerships Commercial & Process Improvement Reviewing supplier spend and identifying cost reduction opportunities Supporting procurement reporting and KPI tracking Using ERP systems and Excel to analyse purchasing data Identifying opportunities to improve purchasing processes Working closely with planning, production and operations to ensure requirements are met About You We are looking for a commercially driven purchasing professional who can demonstrate the ability to deliver tangible value through effective procurement. You will ideally have: Previous experience within buying, purchasing or procurement Manufacturing experience would be advantageous Proven supplier negotiation experience Experience negotiating pricing, terms and service levels A track record of identifying cost-saving opportunities Experience with RFQs, quotations or supplier selection Strong understanding of purchase order management Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills Experience using ERP systems and Microsoft Excel Strong communication and organisational skills The confidence to challenge suppliers and negotiate effectively A CIPS qualification or working towards one would be advantageous, although practical purchasing experience and commercial ability are equally valued. There is potential for the company to support CIPS qualification in the future. What's In It For You? £45,000 per annum 25 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays Genuine opportunity for progression CIPS qualification support Cycle to work scheme Employee product discount Birthday day off Company pension scheme Supportive working environment Free on-site parking Why Apply? This is a great opportunity for a Buyer or Procurement Specialist who wants to have a genuine commercial impact. You will have the opportunity to influence supplier pricing, negotiate improved terms, identify cost savings and improve purchasing processes within a successful and growing manufacturing business. This is not currently a management role, with no direct reports, so the focus is firmly on your commercial purchasing expertise and ability to deliver results. Role Details Location: Blackburn – Fully Office Based Salary: £45,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm Core Hours: 9:30am – 4:00pm with flexibility around start and finish times Contract: Permanent Reporting to: Supply Chain Manager Direct Reports: None Parking: Free on-site To Apply Please send your current CV, salary expectations and notice period to (url removed) or call me on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion