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Buyers Automotive Engineering Fixed Term Contract Opportunities Locations: Woking, Surrey & Bicester, Oxfordshire Hybrid Working: 3 days onsite per week We're supporting a growing automotive engineering business with a number of opportunities across its Procurement team. Whether you're an experienced Buyer or looking for your next challenge in automotive procurement, there are several exciting opportunities available across a range of technical commodity groups. Working closely with Engineering, Quality and Programme teams, you'll play a key role in sourcing high-quality suppliers, negotiating commercial agreements and supporting the successful delivery of innovative engineering programmes. Current Opportunities Senior Buyer Powertrain 6 Month Fixed Term Contract £45,000 - £55,000 Based in Woking Immediate requirement Strong Powertrain purchasing experience required (Body commodity experience beneficial but not essential) Buyer Test & Design 14 Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover) £40,000 - £50,000 Based in Woking or Bicester Travel to test facilities as required Planned start later this year Commodity Buyer Interior 2 Year Fixed Term Contract £45,000 - £55,000 Based in Woking or Bicester Commodity Buyer Exterior 2 Year Fixed Term Contract £45,000 - £55,000 Based in Woking or Bicester The Role Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you'll take ownership of sourcing activities within your allocated commodity area, developing supplier strategies and managing commercial relationships to ensure quality, cost and delivery targets are achieved. Working alongside Engineering, Supplier Quality and Programme teams, you'll identify and develop strategic suppliers, negotiate commercial agreements and support the successful delivery of new and existing engineering programmes. Key Responsibilities Lead sourcing activities within your assigned commodity area. Negotiate supplier contracts and commercial agreements. Develop and implement commodity sourcing strategies. Drive cost reduction initiatives and manage supplier cost increases. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships. Complete supplier assessments and sourcing recommendations. Work closely with Engineering and Supplier Quality teams. Support risk assessments, cost analysis and supplier performance reviews. Ensure suppliers meet programme requirements for quality, timing, cost and technical performance. About You We're keen to hear from Buyers with experience in automotive or complex engineering manufacturing environments. You'll ideally have: Previous experience in Procurement, Purchasing or Commodity Buying. Experience within automotive or manufacturing environments. Strong commercial negotiation skills. Experience negotiating supplier contracts and managing supplier relationships. Knowledge of sourcing strategies, cost analysis and supplier performance management. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Degree qualified in Business, Engineering or a related discipline (preferred). MCIPS qualification, or working towards it, would be advantageous. What's on Offer Hybrid working (3 days onsite each week). 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Private medical insurance. Company pension. Life assurance (4x salary). 40-hour working week. Opportunity to join an innovative automotive engineering business with a number of exciting procurement opportunities across multiple commodity areas. TPBN1_UKTJ

About Le Creuset: If you want to know about the requirements for this role, read on for all the relevant information. At Le Creuset, every dish begins with a story - and every story begins with people. Since 1925, weve brought generations together around the table, transforming everyday meals into cherished memories. Our legacy is built on colour, craft, and a deep passion for innovation - shaped as much by our iconic products as by the people who bring them to life. Were not just creating cookware; were creating moments that last a lifetime. If youre inspired by heritage, driven by creativity, and ready to shape the future of the kitchen, wed love to welcome you into our story. The Recipe for Success: Role Summary As our Retail General Manager, you'll be the master chef behind a thriving retail business, expertly combining commercial insight, operational excellence, exceptional customer experiences, and people leadership to create a winning formula for success. Working through your management team, you'll ensure every element of the store is prepared and served to the highest standard. You'll have direct responsibility for an Assistant Store Manager and a team of approximately 15 colleagues, creating an environment where talent flourishes, high performance is celebrated, and everyone is equipped to deliver exceptional results. Through coaching, development, and inspirational leadership, you'll help shape the next generation of retail leaders within Le Creuset. With full ownership of the business, you'll carefully balance the key ingredients of profitability, productivity, customer engagement, talent development, and operational execution. By blending these ingredients seamlessly, you'll create a consistently exceptional Le Creuset experience that delights customers and drives outstanding results. You'll foster a culture where excellence is always on the menu, inspiring your team to grow, innovate, and perform at their very best. Through your leadership, the store will become a destination of choice, delivering sustainable growth and creating an environment that customers, colleagues, and stakeholders are proud to be part of. Ingredients: Key Responsibilities Whats on your Daily Menu: These are the everyday ingredients youll be working with: Business Leadership • Take full ownership of the store's commercial and operational recipe, combining sales growth, profitability, and productivity to deliver exceptional results., • Turn company strategy into locally tailored plans that unlock new opportunities and maximise market potential., • Carefully balance sales, labour, conversion, average unit price, units per transaction, stock performance, and customer experience. Leadership & Talent Development • Lead, inspire, and develop a multi-layered leadership team, cultivating a high-performing culture across the entire store., • Build a strong talent pipeline by identifying future leaders and nurturing their growth through coaching, mentoring, and meaningful development opportunities., • Create an environment where colleagues feel valued, motivated, and empowered to bring their best every day. Exceptional Customer Experience • Champion a premium customer experience, making sure every interaction reflects the quality, craftsmanship, and heritage of the Le Creuset brand., • Drive client engagement initiatives, local partnerships, events, and community connections., • Handle escalated customer concerns with professionalism and care. Commercial & Financial Performance • Own sales forecasting, labour planning, and business performance reviews, ensuring commercial targets are consistently achieved., • Identify opportunities to increase revenue, improve profitability, and refine operational efficiency., • Use data, customer insights, and performance metrics to inform decisions and continuously improve results., • Provide strategic insights and business updates to the Commercial Director and Senior Leadership Team. Operations & Inventory Management • Oversee all aspects of store operations, ensuring efficient and safe business practices aligned with company standards., • Maintain high standards of presentation, merchandising, stock accuracy, and inventory control., • Ensure a seamless omni-channel experience. Compliance & Risk Management • Maintain a safe, secure, and compliant operating environment., • Protect company assets through effective stock management, loss prevention, and proactive risk mitigation., • Ensure all policies, procedures, and legal requirements are consistently followed. Whats on your Seasonal Menu: • Strategic Planning: Deliver business plans for sustainable growth and profitability., • Recruitment & Succession: Source and develop future leaders., • Community & Brand Partnerships: Build local relationships and create new opportunities., • Reporting & Business Reviews: Prepare and present business analysis to shape future strategy., • Project Leadership: Lead operational enhancements and projects., • Additional Duties: Take on ad-hoc responsibilities as needed. The Perfect Blend: What Were Looking For We're looking for an inspiring and commercially astute leader with proven experience in senior retail management, able to lead people and processes to deliver outstanding commercial results. Passion for talent development, customer experience, and operational excellence are essential. Key traits include being customer-obsessed, an inspirational leader, commercially astute, a strategic thinker, great communicator, adaptable, a developer of talent, detail-focused, a problem solver, and professional & accountable. Skills & Qualifications: • Extensive senior retail leadership experience (General Manager, Area Manager, or similar) in large, high-performing environments., • Proven success in managing high-turnover, flagship, or complex retail locations., • Experience in leading managers and developing high-performance teams., • Strong financial and commercial acumen, including productivity, labour planning, profitability, and performance management., • Excellent coaching, communication, and stakeholder management skills., • Proficiency with retail systems, merchandising, inventory processes, and reporting., • Previous premium, luxury, or destination retail experience highly desirable., • Passion for cooking, food, entertaining, or premium cookware is a plus., • Ability to lift/move products (11-13 kg)., • Aged 18+ (keyholding/opening/closing responsibilities)., • Flexibility to work across retail trading hours, including weekends and holidays (expectation to work 3 in 4 weekends)., • Full UK driving licence requiredoccasional travel to Andover HQ (expenses paid)., • Acts as a brand ambassador in the local market. Why Join Our Table? Find your seat at our colourful and historic table. Our values are Passion, Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, and Teamwork. Every talent adds flavour, every idea brings colour, and every day creates shared stories and moments. Join a legacy that brings people together around food and meaning. Diversity & Inclusion Statement: We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, race, ethnic or national origin. xrnqpay We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered.

Contracts Manager - Local Authority Property Services | Remedial Repairs Location: Oxfordshire Salary: Up to £75,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced Contracts Manager with a background in Local Authority Property Services, Housing or the Public Sector? Do you have a proven track record delivering remedial repairs, planned maintenance and property improvement programmes, with exposure to Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) projects? We're recruiting for an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee the delivery of remedial repair projects across a public sector property portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong operational, commercial and client management experience who understands the demands of working within a Local Authority environment. The Role Manage remedial repairs, planned maintenance and compliance-led projects from inception through to completion. Support the delivery of FRA remedial works and wider building safety programmes. Build strong relationships with Local Authority stakeholders, contractors and internal teams. Oversee budgets, programmes and contract performance to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget. Manage subcontractors, resources and site teams across multiple projects. Ensure works meet quality standards and comply with health and safety and statutory requirements. Monitor performance, resolve issues and provide regular progress and financial reporting. About You Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within Local Authority Property Services, Housing or the Public Sector. Strong knowledge of remedial repairs, planned maintenance and property services. Experience delivering or supporting FRA remedial projects and an understanding of building safety and compliance requirements. Commercially aware, with experience managing budgets and contract performance. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Full UK driving licence. What's on Offer? Up to £75,000 DOE 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays. Pension scheme. Ongoing professional development. Employee Assistance Programme. Retail and travel discounts. Clear opportunities for career progression.If you have a client-side Local Authority Property Services background with experience delivering remedial repairs and maintenance programmes, alongside knowledge of FRA and building safety projects, we'd love to hear from you

About Le Creuset: At Le Creuset, every dish begins with a story - and every story begins with people. Since 1925, weve brought generations together around the table, transforming everyday meals into cherished memories. Our legacy is built on colour, craft, and a deep passion for innovation - shaped as much by our iconic products as by the people who bring them to life. Were not just creating cookware; were creating moments that last a lifetime. If youre inspired by heritage, driven by creativity, and ready to shape the future of the kitchen, wed love to welcome you into our story. The Recipe for Success: Role Summary As our Retail General Manager, you'll be the master chef behind a thriving retail business, expertly combining commercial insight, operational excellence, exceptional customer experiences, and people leadership to create a winning formula for success. Working through your management team, you'll ensure every element of the store is prepared and served to the highest standard. You'll have direct responsibility for an Assistant Store Manager and a team of approximately 15 colleagues, creating an environment where talent flourishes, high performance is celebrated, and everyone is equipped to deliver exceptional results. Through coaching, development, and inspirational leadership, you'll help shape the next generation of retail leaders within Le Creuset. With full ownership of the business, you'll carefully balance the key ingredients of profitability, productivity, customer engagement, talent development, and operational execution. By blending these ingredients seamlessly, you'll create a consistently exceptional Le Creuset experience that delights customers and drives outstanding results. You'll foster a culture where excellence is always on the menu, inspiring your team to grow, innovate, and perform at their very best. Through your leadership, the store will become a destination of choice, delivering sustainable growth and creating an environment that customers, colleagues, and stakeholders are proud to be part of. Ingredients: Key Responsibilities Whats on your Daily Menu: These are the everyday ingredients youll be working with: Business Leadership - Take full ownership of the store's commercial and operational recipe, combining sales growth, profitability, and productivity to deliver exceptional results. - Turn company strategy into locally tailored plans that unlock new opportunities and maximise market potential. - Carefully balance sales, labour, conversion, average unit price, units per transaction, stock performance, and customer experience. Leadership & Talent Development - Lead, inspire, and develop a multi-layered leadership team, cultivating a high-performing culture across the entire store. - Build a strong talent pipeline by identifying future leaders and nurturing their growth through coaching, mentoring, and meaningful development opportunities. - Create an environment where colleagues feel valued, motivated, and empowered to bring their best every day. Exceptional Customer Experience - Champion a premium customer experience, making sure every interaction reflects the quality, craftsmanship, and heritage of the Le Creuset brand. - Drive client engagement initiatives, local partnerships, events, and community connections. - Handle escalated customer concerns with professionalism and care. Commercial & Financial Performance - Own sales forecasting, labour planning, and business performance reviews, ensuring commercial targets are consistently achieved. - Identify opportunities to increase revenue, improve profitability, and refine operational efficiency. - Use data, customer insights, and performance metrics to inform decisions and continuously improve results. - Provide strategic insights and business updates to the Commercial Director and Senior Leadership Team. Operations & Inventory Management - Oversee all aspects of store operations, ensuring efficient and safe business practices aligned with company standards. - Maintain high standards of presentation, merchandising, stock accuracy, and inventory control. - Ensure a seamless omni-channel experience. Compliance & Risk Management - Maintain a safe, secure, and compliant operating environment. - Protect company assets through effective stock management, loss prevention, and proactive risk mitigation. - Ensure all policies, procedures, and legal requirements are consistently followed. Whats on your Seasonal Menu: - Strategic Planning: Deliver business plans for sustainable growth and profitability. - Recruitment & Succession: Source and develop future leaders. - Community & Brand Partnerships: Build local relationships and create new opportunities. - Reporting & Business Reviews: Prepare and present business analysis to shape future strategy. - Project Leadership: Lead operational enhancements and projects. - Additional Duties: Take on ad-hoc responsibilities as needed. The Perfect Blend: What Were Looking For We're looking for an inspiring and commercially astute leader with proven experience in senior retail management, able to lead people and processes to deliver outstanding commercial results. Passion for talent development, customer experience, and operational excellence are essential. Key traits include being customer-obsessed, an inspirational leader, commercially astute, a strategic thinker, great communicator, adaptable, a developer of talent, detail-focused, a problem solver, and professional & accountable. Skills & Qualifications: - Extensive senior retail leadership experience (General Manager, Area Manager, or similar) in large, high-performing environments. - Proven success in managing high-turnover, flagship, or complex retail locations. - Experience in leading managers and developing high-performance teams. - Strong financial and commercial acumen, including productivity, labour planning, profitability, and performance management. - Excellent coaching, communication, and stakeholder management skills. - Proficiency with retail systems, merchandising, inventory processes, and reporting. - Previous premium, luxury, or destination retail experience highly desirable. - Passion for cooking, food, entertaining, or premium cookware is a plus. - Ability to lift/move products (11-13 kg). - Aged 18+ (keyholding/opening/closing responsibilities). - Flexibility to work across retail trading hours, including weekends and holidays (expectation to work 3 in 4 weekends). - Full UK driving licence requiredoccasional travel to Andover HQ (expenses paid). - Acts as a brand ambassador in the local market. Why Join Our Table? Find your seat at our colourful and historic table. Our values are Passion, Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, and Teamwork. Every talent adds flavour, every idea brings colour, and every day creates shared stories and moments. Join a legacy that brings people together around food and meaning. Diversity & Inclusion Statement: We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, race, ethnic or national origin. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. TPBN1_UKTJ

Project Manager - Aerospace & Defence Bicester, Oxfordshire £45,000 Basic Salary + Bonus + Potential Car Allowance Total Package Circa £60,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Manager to join a growing organisation operating within the Aerospace & Defence sector. This role offers the chance to work on technically complex, high-profile customer projects across the EMEA region, collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions. This position would suit an ambitious Project Manager with experience within a technical, engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, defence, or related industry environment who is looking to develop their career within a highly specialised and customer-focused business. The RoleAs Project Manager, you will take ownership of customer projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring delivery against agreed timescales, budgets and quality objectives. You will act as the primary point of contact for customers, coordinating cross-functional teams and driving successful project outcomes. Key responsibilities include: Managing projects throughout the full lifecycle, from kick-off to final delivery Leading customer-facing activities and maintaining strong client relationships Supporting project bids and proposals, including commercial and technical considerations Coordinating internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure successful execution Chairing project meetings and managing project risks, issues and escalations Supporting customer audits, assessments and compliance activities Monitoring project performance, budgets and delivery milestones Ensuring projects adhere to company processes and governance requirements Contributing to strategic initiatives that support business growth across the EMEA region About YouWe're keen to speak with candidates who have: Previous project management or project coordination experience within a technical, engineering or manufacturing environment Strong stakeholder management and customer-facing skills Excellent organisational and communication abilities The ability to manage multiple priorities and work within a structured project environment Commercial awareness and experience working towards customer deliverables Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word A UK-based location and willingness to travel occasionally across the EMEA regionDesirable Experience within Aerospace, Defence, Space, Electronics, Telecommunications or related sectors A technical qualification in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electronics or a similar discipline Knowledge of network communications or complex technical systems Project Management certification (PRINCE2, APM, IPMA, PMP or equivalent What's On Offer? Basic salary circa £45,000 Performance-related bonus Potential car allowance Combined package worth approximately £60,000 Opportunity to work on challenging international projects Exposure to leading Aerospace & Defence programmes Excellent career progression opportunities Collaborative and technically focused environment If you're looking to develop your project management career within a growing Aerospace & Defence business and want to be involved in delivering complex customer projects across an international market, we'd love to hear from you