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Location : Willenhall (West Midlands) Salary : Competitive, plus Company Car (or Car Allowance) plus excellent benefits package We have an exciting opportunity for a Trading Controller, who is passionate about their role in offering excellent service and standards to our customers. Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below. We are looking for someone who is motivated, friendly, and able to work on their own initiative and able to raise concerns where appropriate. The key purpose of this role is to maximise sales, cash margin and percentage GP within a range of defined commodity groups through effective negotiations, promotions, and range management. It also involves optimising the supply chain to ensure full availability of the product range whilst working within agreed stock holding parameters, specifically the stock value targets set by the business. Short dated, quarantined and eliminated stock must be controlled to ensure minimal impact to the bottom line. The Role Deliver annual sales, profit and supplier income in line with the budgeted ask Negotiate an annual JBP for all key suppliers, incorporating a planned promotional activity plan which is effective, competitive and supplier funded, driving the performance of sales and cash profit for the group Negotiate annual trading terms which are favourable to the previous trading year with all key suppliers, delivering the budgeted supplier income number Develop new initiatives and areas of business which will drive incremental sales and cash profit year on year Maintain prices in line with Wholesale and Retail policies Work in conjunction with Sales and Operational teams across the business to ensure all areas are profitable Source, interpret and make recommendations relating to any significant market changes that may impact performance in the market for the defined areas of control Work internally with supply chain and externally with suppliers to forecast stock requirements including promotions and seasonal fluctuations What We're Looking For Minimum of 5 years as a Buyer / Trader within a leading Wholesaler or Retailer a combination of both is highly desirable Experience within the Fresh sector is preferable Previous experience in a similar role managing people, with a track record of success, is essential Demonstrable experience in managing categories from procurement of stock through to marketing and delivery to the consumer Excellent industry knowledge, including specific product knowledge, to deliver a targeted offering to customers Experience of negotiating with senior personnel within 'Blue Chip' suppliers Who Are We We are a dynamic and innovative retail, wholesale and foodservice business, committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and staying at the forefront of industry trends. A company that now owns 303 SPAR convenience stores and employs more than 6,000 people, with a turnover of £1.3 billion. What's In It For You Develop your skills and capability in a highly supportive and multi-diverse culture Outstanding training & development Gain hands-on experience in a high volume, fast paced environment Excellent benefits package including: Holiday, maternity and paternity leave and pay in excess of statutory entitlements Generous staff discount in all our SPAR stores (excl. xrnqpay alcohol & cigarettes) Proactive promotion of internal candidates 24/7 access to your payslips and rotas via HR/Payroll portal Wellbeing support access to emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice Company pension scheme NEST pension scheme Company life insurance worth 1 x annual salary and 6 x annual salary with company pension scheme Extra holidays purchase scheme Long service awards As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we are dedicated to creating a fair, inclusive workplace for all. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role. You may have experience in the following: Trading Controller, Category Manager, Buyer, Senior Buyer, Trading Manager, Category Buyer, Commercial Buyer, Procurement Manager, Fresh Category Manager, Wholesale Trading Manager, Retail Buyer, Supply Chain Manager

Location: Hybrid working - based out of our Willenhall (W. Midlands) depot with an element of home working. Contract type: Permanent Hours: 40 Hours Per Week Salary: Competitive Rate plus excellent benefits package We have an exciting opportunity for a Demand Planner. We are looking for someone motivated and driven to join our team of Demand Planners who will maximise availability whilst minimising wastage to ensure we are on track to deliver our demand planning strategy. A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd is one of the largest privately owned companies in the UK. Our forward-thinking family-owned business began life in 1917 as a counter-service grocery store and has grown from these humble beginnings into a company that now owns 300 SPAR convenience stores and employs more than 6,000 people, with a turnover of £1.3 billion. As one of the largest convenience retailers in the UK, we are always looking for innovative ways to create a point of difference. Food and drink have always been our lifeblood, and today our business has multiple divisions specialising in retail, food service and wholesale distribution. We have always strived to build partnerships with suppliers and trade partners while never underestimating the role that it plays within the communities it serves. Key Tasks/Responsibilities: Maximise group availability on all products in certain commodity groups with Varied seasonally driven sales communicating opportunities and risks Huddles: To challenge, share, understand and action to ensure we are on track to deliver a positive outcome Optimise and deliver targeted Pre/Post chop KPI’s the department is targeted against. Working with Power BI data sources. Identify stock anomalies to avoid wastage issues in line with budgets Building relationships with suppliers to provide forecasts for stock requirements, future promotions, and seasonal activity. Challenge and measure supplier inbound performance Work collaboratively with other departments to make sure end to end availability is achieved Building strong trading and supplier relationships to maximise and deliver our KPI Targets Maintain the Demand Planning programs and product file Work to stock holding targets at commodity group level responsible for managing and analysing stock to ensure best inventory levels Maintaining data-based reports and communicating effectively What's in it for you? Develop your Management/Sales skills and capability in a highly supportive and multi-diverse culture Outstanding Training & Development Gain hands-on experience in a high volume, fast paced company Excellent benefits package including: Early access to your pay through ‘EarlyPay’ 24/7 access to your payslips and Rotas via HR/Payroll portal 10% Staff Discount in our SPAR stores Access to our colleague benefits scheme which offers a wide range of high street retail, holiday & leisure discounts Company Life Insurance worth 1 x Annual Salary and 6 x Annual Salary with Company Pension Scheme Company Pension Scheme NEST pension scheme Extra Holidays - Purchase Scheme Cycle to work - Bicycle purchase scheme Long Service Awards (e.g. 25 years service is £500 in vouchers and extra 4 weeks paid leave) You may have experience of the following: Supply Chain Planner, Inventory Planner, Procurement Planner, Operations Planner, Stock Control Manager, Warehouse Planner, Logistics Planner, Commodity Manager, Distribution Planner, Planning Analyst REF-(Apply online only)

Quality Manager Willenhall, West Midlands Up to £45,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Permanent | Full Time A well-established and growing UK manufacturing business is looking to appoint a Quality Manager to take ownership of the site’s quality and environmental systems and drive continuous improvement across operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a quality professional who enjoys working closely with production, engineering, and customers to improve processes, reduce non-conformances, and maintain high operational standards. The Role The successful candidate will manage the site’s ISO 9001 Quality Management System and support ISO 14001 Environmental Management activities. The role will involve carrying out product and process audits, leading investigations using 5 Why, 8D, and other structured problem-solving techniques, monitoring customer complaints, maintaining calibration and inspection systems, and ensuring effective document control and SOP management across the site. About You Applicants should have experience in a Quality Manager or senior quality role within manufacturing, engineering, metals, or industrial processing. A good understanding of ISO 9001 is essential, while ISO 14001 knowledge would be advantageous. Strong analytical skills, a proactive approach to continuous improvement, and the ability to communicate effectively with both operational teams and customers are key requirements for the role. What’s on Offer The package includes a salary of up to £45,000, a seasonal performance bonus, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, a defined benefit final salary pension, private medical insurance, life assurance, an employee assistance programme, retail and leisure discounts, a cycle-to-work scheme, and free parking. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, with flexibility around start and finish times typically worked between 07:00 and 18:00. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a secure and supportive manufacturing business where quality is genuinely valued and where there is scope to make a real impact and develop a long-term career. Apply now to find out more