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Store Manager | Stockport | Lifestyle Retail | £33,000 + Bonus \n We are recruiting for an experienced Store Manager to lead a successful retail store in Stockport. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on retail manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys leading from the front, and has a passion for delivering exceptional customer service and commercial results. \n As a Store Manager, you will take ownership of the day-to-day store operation, leading your team to achieve sales targets, maintain excellent retail standards, and create a great customer experience. \n Why Join Us? \n\n • \n £33,000 salary + bonus \n • \n Lead a high-traffic, brand-new retail store \n • \n 28 days annual leave \n • \n Generous staff discount scheme \n • \n Workplace pension and Employee Assistance Programme \n • \n Excellent career development opportunities within a growing retail brand \n\n Store Manager Responsibilities \n\n • \n Lead, motivate, and develop a retail team to achieve sales targets and deliver outstanding customer service \n • \n Be a visible, hands-on leader, working alongside your team to drive performance and create a positive store environment \n • \n Manage all store operations, including stock control, visual merchandising, compliance, and health & safety \n • \n Drive commercial performance through effective KPI management and sales analysis \n • \n Recruit, train, coach, and develop your team to maximise performance \n • \n Maintain excellent retail standards across store presentation and customer experience \n\n The Ideal Candidate \n\n • \n Previous experience as a Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager, or senior retail leader \n • \n Experience managing a fast-paced retail environment with a hands-on approach to leadership \n • \n A strong people manager who leads by example and enjoys developing teams \n • \n Commercially focused with experience delivering against sales targets and KPIs \n • \n Passionate about retail, customer service, and creating memorable customer experiences \n\n If you are a hands-on Store Manager looking for your next challenge within a fast-paced retail environment, apply today! \n Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy. \n BH36886

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Service and Installation Engineer to join a well-established company. \n \n Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent. \n Salary: Competitive Salary, Depending on Experience. \n Location: Candidate can be based anywhere in the UK. The job does involve travel around the UK. \n \n About The Company: \n \n Since being established in 1984, they have grown to become the UK’s market leading gate and barrier company and has cemented a legacy that is synonymous with quality, reliability and service. \n \n The company ethos has always been to put the client first. Engaging with their clients and using their wealth of employee experience and expertise to deliver a first-class product every time. \n \n About The Role: \n \n This is a field-based role covering a designated area (North West of England/South London), reporting directly to the Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for installations, fault finding, repairs and preventative maintenance in your region. \n \n The role \n \n\n • Diagnose faults and complete repairs, replacing components as required\n, • Ensure attendance on site is in a timely manner for onsite inductions\n, • Manage and deliver service, maintenance and installation projects\n, • Fault find, test and service company and others electromechanical products\n, • Provide accurate reports relating to the completed service, maintenance and installation jobs in a timely manner.\n, • Liaise with the Service/Contracts/Maintenance teams to ensure that all jobs are completed on time and to the Company’s quality standards\n, • Liaise with Customers in a professional manner to ensure that all service maintenance and new installations are completed to the customer’s satisfaction\n, • Liaise with the technical and production departments\n, • Completing necessary documentation accurately.\n, • Manage van stock to ensure sufficient levels to carry out required works.\n, • Ensure your vehicle is cleaned and serviced regularly and is road legal.\n, • Ensure time sheets are completed accurately and sent to accounts before 10.00am on Monday for previous week.\n, • Comply with all Health & Safety requirements and adhere to best working practices at all times\n, • Comply with all company rules, regulations and legal requirements.\n, • Over-night stays will be required and it may be at times necessary to travel to other locations within the UK\n\n \n The ideal candidate will have the following personal attributes: * \n \n\n • Be highly organised, with the ability to plan tasks and time effectively.\n, • Have a thorough and methodical approach to completing tasks including fault finding.\n, • Able to use initiative to resolve problems\n, • Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision and to specific deadlines\n, • Flexible attitude and ability to work within a team\n, • Will be a strong communicator, confident liaising with clients, engineers and staff internally\n\n \n Qualifications \n \n\n • Electrical certification including, but not limited to, 17th/18th Edition.\n, • City and Guilds level 3 in electrical installations (or equivalent).\n, • Previous experience within the gate and barrier industry.\n, • Experience with access controls.\n\n \n \n Must be able to work at weekends on a rota basis; to carry out contractual work (installations) as and when required. \n \n Due to the nature of the business, successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. \n \n If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration. \n \n The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.

Head of Assets & Investment North West | Social Housing | Senior LeadershipWe are working with a social housing organisation in the North West to recruit an experienced Head of Assets & Investment to lead its strategic asset management, investment and sustainability agenda.This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced property professional who can combine strategic thinking with strong operational delivery, ensuring homes are safe, well maintained, financially sustainable and supported by robust asset data.Reporting into the Director of Asset Management, you will lead the Asset & Investment function, with responsibility for asset condition, investment planning and delivery, decarbonisation and the ongoing development of a data-led approach to understanding property performance.Key Responsibilities Lead the strategic asset management and investment service.Develop and deliver planned investment and decarbonisation programmes.Ensure effective oversight of stock condition, asset performance and investment requirements.Manage significant budgets, ensuring strong financial control and value for money.Use asset data and insight to inform investment priorities and long-term planning.Lead contractor procurement and performance to deliver high-quality services.Strengthen governance, reporting and assurance to senior leadership and Board.Identify and maximise opportunities for external and grant funding.Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes and service delivery.Lead, develop and inspire high-performing teams through change.Build strong relationships with customers, internal stakeholders and external partners.About you We are looking for an established social housing asset management professional with significant experience of leading strategic asset management and/or planned investment services.You will ideally bring:Strong knowledge of social housing asset management, investment and property compliance.Experience developing and delivering significant planned investment programmes.Knowledge of decarbonisation, energy efficiency and environmental sustainability.Strong commercial and financial management experience.Experience of contractor procurement and management.A strong understanding of asset data, stock condition and investment planning.Experience providing high-quality reporting and assurance to senior leadership and Board.Proven leadership skills with experience developing teams and improving performance.Relevant property/building qualifications such as MRICS, MCIOB or equivalent experience .This would suit an experienced Head of Assets, Head of Asset Management, Head of Investment, Senior Asset Manager or similar senior property professional looking for an opportunity to influence asset strategy and investment at organisational level.We can offer a competitive salary and package, flexible hybrid working and a personal development programme.For a confidential conversation about the opportunity, please contact MK Consult.TPBN1_UKTJ

Axon Moore are working with an exciting business based in Salford to appoint an Assistant Management Accountant. The business is well established and going through a huge growth phase. This role will support with the production of the management accounts, reporting into the Finance Manager. You will look at KPI reporting and weekly forecasts, helping business leaders to make sound decisions and help improve overall performance.Salary and Benefits:Salary £32,000 -£35,000 DOE, study support, flexibility with start/finish time, 25 days holiday plus banks, on-site parking, pension, staff discounts.Your Role:\n\n • Prepare and produce management accounts, including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow, with variance analysis and commentary against budgets and forecasts.\n, • Perform balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.\n, • Post journals, including accruals and prepayments, and review purchase invoice postings to confirm correct nominal coding.\n, • Assist with quarterly VAT return preparation and ensure compliance with financial regulations.\n, • Support year-end statutory accounts, audit requirements, and tax queries in collaboration with the Financial Controller and Finance Manager.\n, • Contribute to the annual budgeting and financial planning process.\n, • Analyse financial information to support business profitability, performance, and growth.\n, • Produce reports and deliver data analysis as required by the business.\n, • Provide ad-hoc financial analysis to the Financial Controller and Finance Manager.\n, • Review accounting processes and practices, recommending improvements to enhance efficiency across the finance function.\n, • Support finance-related projects and contribute to wider process improvement initiatives.\nWhat We Need From You:\n\n, • AAT qualified and/or studying ACCA/CIMA.\n, • Previous experience in a similar month-end focused role.\n, • Experience with accounting systems and intermediate Excel sills. Sage 200 would be beneficial.\n, • Multi-currency and stock experience would be beneficial.\n, • Able to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment.\n, • Ambitious and looking to progress in the role.\n, • Proactive, organised individual comfortable working to set deadlines.\n, • Open and honest with good communication skills.\n, • Ability to show initiative, add value and contribute to the team goals.\nFor more information, please get in touch with Harriett Busby at Axon Moore.INDFIN

Axon Moore are delighted to be working with a rapidly growing business in Manchester city centre, to appoint a Management Accountant to the team. The business has grown consistently year on year and continues to scale rapidly. They are looking to build a finance team who will drive the business forward by delivering meaningful insight to help the wider business make better decisions and this role is a key part of that.You'll report to the Head of Finance, taking ownership of the month-end process whilst helping to build reporting, controls and systems to gear up for the next period of growth. This role offers a genuine opportunity to grow into a future Finance Manager or Finance Business Partner position as the business continues to expand.Salary & Benefits£45-55k DOE, hybrid working 3 days in the office, early finish Fridays, central Manchester location, 2 weeks Christmas close down, Medicash, Pension, 24 days holiday plus banks.Key Responsibilities\n\n • Own the month-end close process, preparing accurate monthly management accounts, journals, accruals, prepayments, balance sheet reconciliations and management reporting.\n, • Ensure accurate revenue recognition, review COGS, manufacturing margins, inventory movements and project profitability to support reliable financial reporting.\n, • Produce insightful financial analysis and reporting on business performance, revenue streams, sales, margins and operational trends to support decision-making.\n, • Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Consultancy and Operations teams to improve financial visibility and provide commercial insight into projects and business performance.\n, • Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning through robust analysis and performance monitoring.\n, • Manage cash flow forecasting, daily cash reporting, supplier payment proposals and treasury activities while monitoring key working capital metrics.\n, • Oversee inventory accounting, including WIP and GRNI reconciliations, investigate stock variances and strengthen inventory controls and costing accuracy.\n, • Lead finance compliance activities, including VAT returns, payroll support, year-end audit, statutory reporting and R&D tax claim preparation.\n, • Drive continuous improvement of finance processes, systems, controls and reporting to support scalability and business growth.\n, • Support, coach and develop junior finance team members while working closely with the Head of Finance to enhance financial understanding across the wider business.\nEssential Requirements\n\n, • Nearly or fully qualified ACCA/CIMA\n, • 3+ experience preparing monthly management accounts in an SME sized business\n, • Experience working within a manufacturing or project-based environment.\n, • Excellent Excel skills and use of Power BI would be beneficial.\n, • Proactive, accountable and comfortable taking ownership from start to finish.\n, • Strong commercial awareness and analytical capability\n, • building relationships with non-finance stakeholders.\n, • Naturally curious with strong attention to detail.\nFor more information, contact Harriett Busby at Axon Moore.INDFIN

Product Specialists (Junior Product Developer - Product Manager) | Licensing \n Greater Manchester | £35,000 - £50,000 DOE \n Overview: \n Are you passionate about developing licensed products and looking for a business where you can genuinely make an impact? \n We're open to speaking with ambitious product professionals at different stages of their career - whether you're an emerging Junior Product Developer, an experienced Product Developer, or an established Product Manager. What matters most is your commercial mindset, experience within licensed consumer products, and your desire to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. \n This is an opportunity to join a business with an exceptional culture, inspiring leadership team and an impressive track record of growth. You'll become part of a collaborative team where ideas are valued, ownership is encouraged and success is recognised. \n Depending on your experience, you'll take ownership of multiple licensed product categories, managing the product lifecycle from concept and licensing approvals through to launch, trading and ongoing performance. \n Blending product development, category management and supplier management, this role requires someone who enjoys balancing creativity with commercial thinking while working closely with licensors, suppliers and internal teams to bring exciting products to market. \n What We're Looking For: \n\n • \n Experience within Product Development, Product Management or Own Label Buying, within a licensing environment. \n • \n Experience working with licensed brands and managing the product approval process with licensors. \n • \n Experience managing products from concept through to launch (appropriate to your level). \n • \n Commercial awareness with exposure to pricing, margins and supplier negotiations. \n • \n Experience working with UK and international suppliers and manufacturers. \n • \n Ability to interpret sales and performance data to support commercial decisions. \n • \n Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. \n • \n Excellent organisation with the ability to manage multiple projects. \n • \n Experience within consumer products such as homewares, gifting, toys, lifestyle, stationery or general merchandise. \n • \n Exposure to international sourcing would be advantageous. \n\n You'll Be Someone Who... \n\n • \n Is commercially minded with a passion for creating products customers genuinely love. \n • \n Enjoys working with well-known brands and bringing licensed products to life. \n • \n Thrives in a fast-moving, ambitious environment. \n • \n Is proactive, curious and eager to learn. \n • \n Takes ownership and enjoys making things happen. \n • \n Builds strong, collaborative relationships with licensors, suppliers and internal teams. \n • \n Is adaptable, resilient and comfortable managing changing priorities. \n\n The Role \n Depending on your experience and level, you'll have the opportunity to: \n\n • \n Develop and manage licensed product categories aligned to commercial objectives. \n • \n Lead the end-to-end product development process from concept through to launch. \n • \n Manage the licensing approval process, ensuring artwork, packaging and products meet brand guidelines. \n • \n Build commercially successful ranges with clear pricing and margin strategies. \n • \n Manage sampling, approvals, costing and production handover. \n • \n Conduct market, competitor and trend analysis to identify new opportunities. \n • \n Ensure products meet quality, commercial, customer and licensor expectations. \n • \n Build and develop strong relationships with licensors, UK and international suppliers. \n • \n Negotiate costs, lead times, MOQs and commercial terms. \n • \n Identify new sourcing opportunities and manufacturing capabilities. \n • \n Monitor sales, stock and category performance, identifying opportunities for growth. \n • \n Analyse trading performance and implement actions to maximise results. \n • \n Support forecasting and range planning alongside Merchandising and Planning teams. \n • \n Attend supplier meetings, licensor meetings and trade shows where required. \n\n What's On Offer \n\n • \n Salary: £35,000 - £50,000, depending on experience and level. \n • \n Genuine career progression as the business continues to grow. \n • \n An ambitious, entrepreneurial culture where people are trusted and empowered. \n • \n Exceptional leadership team with a proven track record of success. \n • \n The opportunity to make a real commercial impact within a growing licensing business working with globally recognised brands. \n\n BH36898

#GoWithYourFlow Come and join us as a results driven Assistant Manager to deliver sales and exceed customer expectations as part of a hugely successful branch team.The Role: As an Assistant Branch Manager, you will report directly to the Branch Manager and support the day to day running of the branch. You will identify and capitalise on every sales opportunity, inspiring your customers with the perfect solutions for their requirements. The Assistant Branch Manager will be an expert at building rapport quickly and creating trusted relationships to ensure that everything we do enables us to deliver on our promises to our customers and exceed expectations. You’ll naturally promote and embrace our inclusive team environment and we’re sure you’ll have some fun along the way!Key Responsibilities Effective management of the team and resource in the absence of the Branch ManagerAssisting the Branch Manager to profitably meet and exceed the branch sales targetsManaging the sales office, branch purchasing and stock controlMaximising margin and net profitKeeping everyone safeBuild and maintain relationships with new and existing trade and retail customersPrevious sales experience in a similar environment is preferable, but the right positive attitude is more importantYou: As an Assistant Branch Manager, you’ll have an innovative and agile approach to identify growth opportunities. You’ll enjoy working collaboratively with a dedicated focus on driving results, whilst being committed to acting with integrity and honesty in everything you do.Skills and competencies Tenacity and resilienceA pro-active approach to sales, with a strong desire and ability to win and grow new businessExperience of customer relationship management and developing a true partnership approachExcellent communication skillsSelf confident and self motivated, with the ability to work on own initiative or as part of a wider teamAbility to interpret basic financial and statistical informationDon’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs if they feel they don’t have every one of the required skills. All Highbourne Group companies are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. So if you’re interested in this role but think that your previous experience doesn’t completely match - apply anyway. You could be just the person we’re looking for!Us: From boilers to bathroom suites, tubing to towel rails and everything in between, City Plumbing has all the products our customers need to complete the job. And we have all you need to build a successful career! We’re proud of our reputation for selling quality plumbing and heating products to both trade and retail customers and we’re super excited about our future. We put our colleagues at the heart of all we do, giving them all the tools they need to be successful, happy and feel rewarded in their career with us.Benefits Package and Cultural Environment: BonusDiscounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailersLife assuranceExtended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and moreMental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each otherComplete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages developmentFinancial education and loansFlexible working optionsA business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true selfAnd more!#BelongWithUs We’re passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. Bring your whole self to work regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We don’t want you to ‘fit’ our culture, we want you to enrich it. We are committed to best practices in recruitment and undertake Basic Criminal Record Disclosures for candidates that are offered employment within our branches that undertake deliveries for British Gas. This check will only be undertaken after the acceptance of an offer of employment.

Dual Skilled - Mechanical and Electrical Fitters required to work within Rolling Stock.Rullion have a requirement for Maintenance Team Members, with strong electrical and mechanical skills, backed up with associated qualifications, to work on a contract for a leading rail company.You will be working as part of a large maintenance team on the Trans-Pennine Express fleet, based at Manchester Train Care Centre.Start Date: ASAPContract Length: Long term (No expected end date)Location: Manchester M12 4HRRates and Shift Patterns:Trans Pennine Express FleetDays only (Earlies and Lates)Pre 12 Weeks: PAYE £23.38 per hour / Umbrella £29.83 per hourPost 12 Weeks: PAYE £26.54 per hour / Umbrella £35.74 per hourPPE will be provided by Rullion and Tooling by the client.Description:Reporting to the Production Manager, you will be a senior team member, servicing, maintaining and repairing prestigious rolling stock fleets. Within the team you will ensure that traction and rolling stock are serviced and maintained in a safe, efficient and cost-effective manner whilst constantly seeking to improve quality.Main Tasks:Corrective maintenance (Electrical and Mechancial)Preventative maintenance (Electrical and Mechanical)Basic maintenance competency. eg: side skirt cleans, brake pads, block changes etc.Primary and secondary fault finding/reportingDepot or fleet specific requirements where requiredDMU/ELEC service examsBasic SAP, SES input and IT recording of tasksDepot cleaning and general housekeeping dutiesDriving company vehicles if certifiedHealth and Safety:Understand and abide by safety notices, rules and regulations and follow safe working practicesH&SAWA and COSHHComply with Life Saving RulesKey skills and requirements for the role include; Must be located in the North-West region of the UK. Time served apprenticeship in Electrical / Dual Engineering or an ONC or NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Electrical or Dual Engineering/Maintenance. Rail experience (Not essential), Aerospace, Military Engineering, HGV or Large Transportation. In-depth fault-finding experience. Basic MS Office IT skills. Prepared to work shifts including days, nights and weekends depending on shift pattern.* Must reside in the North-West region of the UK.Our client operates a strict zero-tolerance Drug and Alcohol Policy. Be aware that you will be required to take a Drug and Alcohol test either at interview or on your first day.For any further questions, please contact Julian @ Rullion.Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.TPBN1_UKTJ

Join Our Team : Flow CoordinatorPosition: Flow CoordinatorLocation: Unit H1-H2, Wheel Forge Way, Trafford Park, Manchester, M17 1EHSalary: Up to £14.51/hourApply Now!Why Choose Job&Talent:Career growth opportunitiesComprehensive benefitsProfessional stabilityBenefits:Competitive Salary28 Holidays, Weekly Pay, Pension Scheme, Mortgage ReferencesRequirements:Experience of working in a fast-paced environment ideally managing teams.Food hygiene, security, H&S experience.Minimum of 1 year's relevant operational experience.Demonstrable experience of taking accountability.Experience using Microsoft Office.Able to use Warehouse Management Systems for stock holding & inventory checks.Responsibilities:As a Flow Coordinator, you will:Maintain overall productivity within the designated area against section objectives and targets.Coach and train General Assistants to department/company standards. Feedback issues to Manager.Resolve conflict/provide solutions by exercising high levels of influencing, negotiation and communication skills. Lead and participate in staff briefings.Create a positive working environment.Maintain legal/compliance across health and safety, food safety, Department for Transport (DfT), security, gateOPEX (in-house operational excellence programme).Contribute and manage within defined systems of working to ensure quality of product, service to the customer and team progression/development.Follow company, process and section procedures.Instigate and support continuous improvement initiatives.Deputy for Manager when required.Rotate through different departments/units as reasonably required.Conduct quality, quantity and security checks.Solve small problems occurring in the assembly areas.Answer staff questions and support staff as required.Take small decisions about priorities and instruct the staff to ensure the flights are completed.Be trained as a DfT checker as required and support on this function as required.Ability to cover a 7-day operation.About Us:Job&Talent is recruiting for Flow Coordinator to join a leading company in the Manchester area, known for being a major hub for the world's leading airline catering and hospitality provider.How to Apply:Click 'Apply Now,' and our team will contact you shortly.An excellent opportunity for Gate Group roles in Manchester Gategroup. Join Job&Talent for a journey of growth and success!If you are looking to contact our onsite team, please visit the site locator on our website.Job&Talent do NOT charge any fees for our services.Job&Talent acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.TPBN1_UKTJ

The Company: \n An exciting opportunity for a Merchandiser/ Demand Planner to join an established manufacturing company. You will work as an integral part of a busy Merchandise Team, developing positive and professional working relationships with suppliers, work colleagues and customers, assisting with strategy planning, on a wide range of products \n This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of an established and friendly team, great work culture and development opportunities \n Excellent Benefits Including: \n Hybrid working, discounted products, early Friday finish, to name a few \n \n Duties Include: \n\n • Forecasting within the designated product range based on trend/sales analysis\n, • Maximise sales opportunities through driving additional volume into stores at key event periods and clearing overstocks where possible\n, • Where applicable manage essential product holdings at the factory to ensure lead times are maintained\n, • Agreeing launch dates with the Merchandise Manager, and customer, placing orders for the season accordingly\n, • Attend weekly critical path meetings with the technical team to ensure sealing is on track, and shipment requested for initial orders can be achieved.\n, • Liaising with the logistics team to aid with the planning of intake/ distribution\n, • Full review of products following launch to ensure all lines are live and on sale\n, • Management of the supply base to ensure that all deliveries arrive at the specified time, being fully aware of any delays or stock shortages. Liaise with customer as and when required.\n, • Complete monthly forward estimates with suppliers, managing product planning to service lead times\n, • Keep up to date with all customer reports and customer communication, including stock availability reports, new launch reports, stock visibility reports, high/low demand to forecast, forecast accuracy report etc.\n, • Complete regular category reviews\n, • Liaise with the technical department regarding product development\n, • Support design team with sales analysis to help with decision making on new products\n, • Any additional duties as and when required\n\n \n Skills Required: \n\n • Experience in Merchandising / Demand Planning role with strong analytical and numerical skills.\n, • Advanced excel skills, ability to manipulate data and build reports.\n, • Knowledge of forecasting systems\n, • Ability to establish, develop and maintain supplier and customer relationships with professionalism.\n, • Established decision making skills with the ability to prioritise and manage workload accordingly.\n\n

Electrical Engineer or Senior Engineer \n Manchester \n \n About us \n Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. \n \n We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. \n \n We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working. \n \n Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do. \n \n About the role \n We have an opportunity for an Electrical Engineer or Senior Engineer to play a key role in delivering high quality, sustainable electrical engineering solutions across multiple projects in the built environment. \n \n You will join our Electrical team based in our Manchester office. \n \n We have a well-established reputation for delivering outstanding design on built environment projects throughout the North. We have maintained an office in Manchester for many years, developing strong relationships with clients across the region, and working on a variety of local, regional and international projects. \n \n We are a recognised leader in the built environment, shaping some of the most ambitious and technically demanding projects across the residential, hospitality, leisure, commercial, and complex engineering sectors. \n \n Our work spans cutting-edge healthcare and research facilities, high-performance data centres, critical infrastructure and state-of-the-art manufacturing and technology environments projects that push boundaries and deliver real-world impact. \n \n Driven by a commitment to excellence, we combine innovation, technical expertise, and practical delivery to create solutions that are not only robust and reliable, but forward-thinking and sustainable. Our teams work at the forefront of the industry, collaborating with leading clients across the public and private sectors, both locally and internationally. \n \n Working alongside a range of specialist engineers and consultants, you will be joining a collaborative, knowledgeable, highly engaged team who love what they do, and offer a supportive, flexible, and high-performing work culture. \n \n You will own project deliverables, manage elements of the internal delivery team, and liaise with multidisciplinary colleagues, clients and contractors to ensure holistic, compliant and commercially aware solutions. You will typically lead defined elements and smaller projects (Engineer) or take full lead responsibility for larger schemes and broader client engagement (Senior Engineer). You will be helping to develop junior staff and foster relationships that support future business growth. \n \n In this key and varied role, you can expect to: \n • Take briefs and deliver electrical design work from inception through to completion. \n • Produce electrical calculations, drawings and technical documentation that comply with relevant regulations, design guides and client standards. \n • Ensure quality standards and technical accuracy across deliverables. \n • Coordinate electrical design with other disciplines (MEP and our specialist groups) and third‑party consultants. \n • Review and comment on technical information provided by contractors and sub‑contractors; check site installations against the design intent. \n • Attend and report at design team meetings, client meetings and project meetings. \n • Witness selected testing and commissioning activities and support handover documentation. \n • Manage own workload to meet programme deliverables and report progress to your line manager. \n • Contribute to the professional development of junior colleagues. \n \n Additional responsibilities for Senior Engineer: \n • Develop briefs and take responsibility for delivering a small project or the electrical discipline on a significant/complex scheme. \n • Exercise considerable autonomy and take ownership for technical decisions and project delivery within cost constraints. \n • Delegate, manage and check work undertaken by others; mentor and motivate colleagues across project teams. \n • Play an active role in commercial aspects (scope, risk, cost control) and ensure outputs meet project and budgetary requirements. \n \n About you \n To be successful in this role you’ll need: \n • Degree or equivalent in Electrical/Building Services Engineering; industry membership preferred. \n • Working towards or holding IEng/CEng. \n • Strong technical competence in LV distribution, lighting, earthing/protection and emergency/standby systems; able to produce calculations and drawings. \n • Proficient with industry software (Revit, AutoCAD, Dialux, OM Electrical) and MS Office. \n • Able to work independently: deliver an element of a project (Engineer) or lead discipline/small projects and larger schemes (Senior). \n • Effective communicator with experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and liaising with clients/contractors. \n • Experience of site checking, witnessing testing/commissioning and reviewing contractor submissions. \n • Demonstrable commitment to meeting programmes and quality standards; commercially aware. \n • Supportive team player who mentors junior staff and pursues continuous professional development (Senior expected to supervise; Engineer to support). \n \n How to apply \n To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact aureliacherradi@hoarelea.com \n \n If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices. We aim to provide feedback at each stage of the process. \n \n Adjustments and accommodations \n If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know. \n \n Data privacy \n We have updated our terms and conditions for candidates, click here to find out more. \n \n Recruitment agencies \n We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners who assist us when required. We do not acknowledge speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.

Corporate: \n \n Light & Wonder’s corporate team is comprised of incredible talent that works across the enterprise, defying boundaries to provide essential services in an extraordinary manner to ensure the success of the organization and the well-being of employees. \n \n Position Summary \n We're excited to offer an opportunity for an experienced Payroll Manager to join our team in Manchester. In this role, you'll lead payroll operations across a complex EMEA landscape, overseeing payroll delivery for 1000 employees across 15 countries and 19 legal entities. \n \n Working closely with People Capabilities, Finance, In-Country Partners (ICPs) and our payroll provider, ADP, you'll ensure payroll is delivered accurately, compliantly and on time, while driving continuous improvement across processes and systems. \n \n As a member of the Regional Finance Leadership Team, you'll have the opportunity to influence broader business initiatives, build strong stakeholder relationships and help shape the future of payroll operations across the region. \n \n We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced international environment, enjoys solving complex challenges and is passionate about delivering an exceptional employee experience. \n \n We're looking for people who are full of ideas, want to challenge the norm and live our core values: \n\n • Dare to be Bold – We always bring courage to work to reach for the unbelievable.\n, • Uphold Integrity – We promote accountability and respect to raise the bar for ourselves and the industry.\n, • Never Settle – We relentlessly push forward to create the extraordinary in every detail.\n, • Celebrate Perspectives – We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways.\n, • Win as a Team – We bring out the best in each other to share collective success.\n\n \n What You'll Do \n\n • Lead the end-to-end monthly payroll process across 15 European countries, including the UK, Spain, Greece and Bulgaria.\n, • Build strong partnerships between People Capabilities, Finance, In-Country Partners (ICPs) and external payroll providers to ensure seamless payroll delivery and timely issue resolution.\n, • Act as the primary point of contact for outsourced payroll providers, including ADP, managing service delivery and ensuring payroll processing is completed accurately and on schedule.\n, • Ensure payroll queries are effectively managed and resolved through established service processes, maintaining accurate Jira records, monitoring trends and driving improvements to enhance employee experience and service delivery.\n, • Collaborate with ICPs across each supported country to ensure compliance with local legislation, regulatory requirements and payroll best practices.\n, • Ensure payroll activities are completed accurately, efficiently and in compliance with local legislative requirements.\n, • Oversee the production, review and verification of payroll data and payslips for more than 500 employees across the region.\n, • Validate payroll outputs provided by ADP Celergo and support payroll-related balance sheet reconciliations.\n, • Monitor payroll controls, identify risks and implement improvements to strengthen accuracy, compliance and efficiency.\n, • Support Regional Finance initiatives as a member of the Regional Finance Leadership Team.\n, • Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, systems and ways of working across the region.\n, • Coach, mentor and develop team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.\n\n \n What You'll Bring \n\n • Significant payroll management experience across multiple European countries.\n, • Experience managing payroll operations within a complex, multi-entity international organisation supporting a geographically dispersed workforce.\n, • Proven experience overseeing payroll delivery across multiple countries, legal entities and employment models within the EMEA region.\n, • Experience working with outsourced payroll providers, including ADP Celergo, and coordinating payroll activity through In-Country Partners (ICPs).\n, • Proven knowledge of UK and European payroll legislation, compliance requirements and payroll governance.\n, • Experience processing off-cycle payrolls, salary adjustments and payroll corrections.\n, • Knowledge and experience of Restricted Stock Unit (RSU) processing and associated payroll and tax implications.\n, • Understanding of UK pension administration, reporting and compliance requirements.\n, • Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders across Finance, People Capabilities, external providers and senior leadership teams.\n, • Analytical and problem-solving skills, with a structured approach to identifying and resolving issues.\n, • Experience creating, maintaining and continuously improving Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and payroll process documentation across multiple countries, ensuring consistency, compliance and knowledge sharing across teams and providers.\n, • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including reporting, reconciliations, data analysis, calculations and payroll reporting.\n, • Strong Microsoft Office skills, including PowerPoint, with the ability to create clear reports, presentations and insights for a variety of stakeholders.\n, • Experience leveraging technology and digital tools, including Microsoft Copilot, to improve productivity, reporting and process efficiency.\n, • Proven experience driving change, continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.\n, • Experience coaching, mentoring and motivating team members to achieve shared goals.\n, • A proactive, self-motivated and collaborative approach to work.\n\n \n Qualifications \n \n\n • CIPP qualification is advantageous\n\n \n How You'll Grow \n\n • Expand your international payroll expertise by overseeing payroll operations across 15 countries, multiple legal entities and a diverse EMEA workforce of approximately 1,000 employees.\n, • Drive transformation and continuous improvement, influencing payroll processes, systems and service delivery across the region.\n, • Develop your leadership and strategic impact through partnerships with senior Finance, HR, PSC teams, ICPs and external payroll providers.\n\n \n What can we offer you? \n\n • Annual performance bonus\n, • 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays\n, • 1 day paid leave to work on charitable projects\n, • 1 day paid for personal celebration e.g. birthdays\n, • Half Day for Health (encouraging you to take time away for you & your wellbeing)\n, • Up to 8% employer pension contributions\n, • A reward platform offering a cycle to work scheme and shopping and lifestyle discounts/cashback\n, • Remote GP Access alongside a wellbeing platform\n, • Private Medical Insurance\n, • Elective Benefits: Tastecard/ Travel/Dental Insurance/ Give As You Earn\n, • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)\n\n \n Please note, we are unable to sponsor visas at this time. If you require visa sponsorship now or in the future, we will not be able to progress with your application. \n This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above.

Purchasing Assistant / Buyer - Food Manufacturing – Hybrid / Stockport - £30,000 - £35,000 \n \n Ever wondered how all the ingredients actually make it into a food factory at the right time, in the right quantities, and at the right price? \n \n This is where that happens. \n \n We're looking for a Purchasing Assistant to support a busy procurement team within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. It's a role for someone who enjoys organisation and likes working with data. \n \n The role \n \n You'll work closely with the Purchasing Manager, helping to keep suppliers, forecasts, contracts, and product information organised and up to date. \n \n No two days are likely to look exactly the same. \n \n One minute you'll be updating forecasts, the next you'll be helping launch a new ingredient, supporting a tender process, or investigating why a supplier's pricing doesn't quite add up. \n \n You'll be: \n \n\n • Supporting procurement projects and tender activity\n, • Managing supplier specifications and approvals\n, • Maintaining contracts and purchasing data within the MRP system\n, • Producing stock cover and forecasting reports\n, • Working closely with Technical, NPD, Planning and Operations teams\n\n \n What they're looking for \n \n\n • Strong administration skills\n, • Good Excel and IT skills\n, • Previous experience within purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or food manufacturing would be beneficial\n\n \n If you're organised, curious, and enjoy being the person who keeps everything moving behind the scenes, we'd love to hear from you.

General Manager | High Volume Restaurant | Manchester | Up to £45,000 + Bonus \n Salary: Up to £45,000 + Performance Bonus \n \n Are you an experienced General Manager who thrives in a fast paced, high energy hospitality environment? We're working with one of the UK's most recognised premium burger brands, looking for an exceptional leader to take ownership of a high-volume restaurant in Manchester. \n This is an opportunity to join a business that invests heavily in its people, promotes from within and genuinely empowers its General Managers to run their restaurant like their own business. \n You'll be an experienced General Manager with a proven background in high volume hospitality or quick service restaurants. \n \n Your responsibilities as a General Manager will include: \n • Leading, coaching and developing a large management and restaurant team. \n • Creating a culture focused on people, quality and operational excellence. \n • Delivering outstanding customer experiences every day. \n • Driving sales, profitability and labour performance through strong commercial decision making. \n • Managing all financial controls, stock, food safety and compliance. \n • Recruiting, developing and retaining top talent, building a strong succession pipeline. \n • Working closely with your Area Manager to deliver business objectives and long term growth. \n \n What's On Offer \n • Salary up to £45,000 \n • Performance related bonus \n • Excellent training and structured career development \n • Clear progression opportunities within a growing national brand \n • A supportive and people focused culture \n • Staff perks and additional company benefits \n \n If you're looking for your next General Manager opportunity with a fast-growing branded hospitality business that values leadership, people development and operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you. \n

Spectrum Brands, a ~$3B global consumer products company, are on the lookout for an experienced and commercially minded EMEA Demand Planning Manager to lead the demand planning function across our Home & Personal Care division throughout Europe, the UK, Middle East and Africa. This is a high-impact leadership role, responsible for driving forecast accuracy, improving planning capability, and ensuring the business has a robust and aligned demand plan to support strategic growth. \n \n Reporting into the Head of EMEA Planning, you will lead a team of seven Demand Planners and play a key role within the wider S&OP process. Working cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain and Finance, you’ll ensure demand plans are both commercially informed and operationally achievable, enabling effective decision-making across the region. \n \n This role would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building high-performing teams, and is passionate about using data, insight and collaboration to drive business performance. \n \n The Role \n \n As EMEA Demand Planning Manager, you will own the end-to-end demand planning process across multiple EMEA markets, ensuring the delivery of a single aligned consensus forecast that supports operational and financial objectives. \n \n You’ll lead the Demand Review process within S&OP, providing an accurate unconstrained forecast while identifying risks, opportunities and key market insights for senior stakeholders. A key part of the role will be developing and embedding consistent forecasting standards, governance and best practices across the region, whilst still allowing flexibility for local market requirements. \n \n You’ll work closely with commercial teams to understand promotional activity, product launches and market trends, ensuring forecasts reflect the latest business intelligence. Partnering with Supply Planning and Finance, you’ll help balance demand with operational capability and support wider budgeting and forecasting activities. \n \n Alongside leading the team day-to-day, you’ll focus heavily on continuous improvement - analysing forecast performance, identifying root causes, improving processes and driving planning maturity across the organisation. You’ll also support system enhancements and project activity linked to demand planning and wider supply chain transformation initiatives. \n Success in the role will be measured through forecast accuracy and bias, inventory optimisation, excess and obsolete stock management, and customer service performance. \n \n About You \n \n We are looking for an experienced Demand Planning leader with a strong understanding of S&OP and a proven ability to operate within complex regional or global environments. You bring both strategic thinking and operational delivery, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and drive alignment across cross-functional teams. \n \n You’ll be confident leading and developing teams, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. Strong analytical capability is essential, alongside the ability to turn data into clear insight and actionable recommendations. \n \n You’ll also bring experience working with ERP and planning systems such as SAP, S/4 Hana, SAP IBP or similar tools, with a solid understanding of forecasting methodologies, planning governance and demand analytics. \n \n You’ll ideally have: \n\n • 5+ years’ experience within Demand Planning, including leadership experience managing planning teams\n, • Strong exposure to S&OP processes within a fast-paced commercial environment\n, • Experience working with forecasting and planning systems such as SAP, SAP IBP or similar\n, • Strong analytical and forecasting capability, including statistical analysis and interpretation\n, • Experience managing complex supply chains, including Far East / long lead-time suppliers\n, • The ability to influence and collaborate effectively across Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain and Finance\n, • A degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Logistics, Economics or a related discipline\n\n \n This is an exciting opportunity to join a business operating across a diverse and growing EMEA region, where you’ll have real visibility, influence and the ability to shape planning capability at scale. You’ll be joining a collaborative environment that values innovation, continuous improvement and strong leadership, with the opportunity to make a genuine impact across the organisation. \n \n Benefits \n \n\n • 25 days holiday + Bank holidays\n, • Company Pension\n, • Life Assurance\n, • Private Health Care\n, • Colleague discount\n, • Hybrid working (3 days onsite, 2 days WFH)\n

Merchandising and Supply Chain Manager \n An exciting opportunity for an experienced Merchandising & Supply Chain Manager to drive continuous improvement, use data-led insights to identify opportunities, manage risk and support strategic business decisions leading a supply chain team. \n Reporting into the Operations Director the role will lead forecasting, replenishment, merchandising, supply chain operations and order fulfilment, working closely with Buying, Sales, Logistics, Suppliers and other key stakeholders to deliver excellent product availability, customer service and commercial performance to key High Street Retailers. \n Overview of Key Responsibilities \n\n • Supply Chain & Merchandising Strategy\n, • Management of Forecasting & Replenishment\n, • Reporting & Commercial Analysis\n, • Supply Chain Operations & Critical Path Management\n, • Customer Service & Stakeholder Management\n, • Leadership & Team Management\n\n Key Requirements & Experience \n\n • Experienced in Supply Chain, Merchandising, Inventory Planning, Demand Planning or Purchasing.\n, • Proven experience managing inventory levels, forecasting and replenishment planning.\n, • Strong leadership experience with responsibility for managing, motivating and developing teams.\n, • Advanced analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate insights into actions.\n, • Excellent organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.\n, • Strong commercial awareness and a thorough understanding of stock management principles.\n, • Strong customer focus and commitment to delivering exceptional service.\n, • Proactive, solution-oriented approach with a focus on continuous improvement.\n, • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.\n\n

Senior Mechanical Engineer \n Manchester \n \n About us \n \n Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. \n \n We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. \n \n We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working. \n \n Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do. \n \n About the role \n \n We have an opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to play a key role in delivering high‑quality, sustainable mechanical engineering solutions across multiple projects in the built environment. \n \n You will join our Mechanical team based in our Manchester office. \n \n We have a well-established reputation for delivering outstanding design on built environment projects throughout the North. \n \n We have maintained an office in Manchester for many years, developing strong relationships with clients across the region, and working on a variety of local, regional and international projects. \n \n We are a recognised leader in the built environment, shaping some of the most ambitious and technically demanding projects across the residential, hospitality, leisure, commercial, and complex engineering sectors. \n \n Our work spans cutting edge healthcare and research facilities, high-performance data centres, critical infrastructure and state-of-the-art manufacturing and technology environments projects that push boundaries and deliver real-world impact. \n \n Driven by a commitment to excellence, we combine innovation, technical expertise, and practical delivery to create solutions that are not only robust and reliable, but forward-thinking and sustainable. Our teams work at the forefront of the industry, collaborating with leading clients across the public and private sectors, both locally and internationally. \n \n Working alongside a range of specialist engineers and consultants, you will be joining a collaborative, knowledgeable, highly engaged team who love what they do, and offer a supportive, flexible, and high-performing work culture. \n \n You will own project deliverables, manage elements of the internal delivery team, and liaise with multidisciplinary colleagues, clients and contractors to ensure holistic, compliant and commercially aware solutions. You will typically take full lead responsibility for larger schemes and broader client engagement. You will be helping to develop junior staff and foster relationships that support future business growth. \n \n In this key and varied role, you can expect to: \n \n\n • Take briefs and deliver mechanical design work from inception through to completion.\n, • Produce mechanical calculations, drawings and technical documentation that comply with relevant regulations, design guides and client standards.\n, • Ensure quality standards and technical accuracy across deliverables.\n, • Coordinate mechanical design with other disciplines (MEP and our specialist groups) and third‑party consultants.\n, • Review and comment on technical information provided by contractors and sub‑contractors; check site installations against the design intent.\n, • Attend and report at design team meetings, client meetings and project meetings.\n, • Witness selected testing and commissioning activities and support handover documentation.\n, • Manage own workload to meet programme deliverables and report progress to your line manager.\n, • Contribute to the professional development of junior colleagues.\n, • Develop briefs and take responsibility for delivering a small project or the mechanical discipline on a significant/complex scheme.\n, • Exercise considerable autonomy and take ownership for technical decisions and project delivery within cost constraints.\n, • Delegate, manage and check work undertaken by others; mentor and motivate colleagues across project teams.\n, • Play an active role in commercial aspects (scope, risk, cost control) and ensure outputs meet project and budgetary requirements.\n\n \n About you \n \n To be successful in this role you’ll need: \n \n\n • Degree or equivalent in Mechanical/Building Services Engineering; industry membership preferred.\n, • Working towards or holding IEng/CEng.\n, • Strong technical competence in HVAC systems; able to produce calculations and drawings.\n, • Proficient with industry software (Revit, AutoCAD) and MS Office.\n, • Able to work independently: lead discipline/small projects and larger schemes.\n, • Effective communicator with experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and liaising with clients/contractors.\n, • Experience of site checking, witnessing testing/commissioning and reviewing contractor submissions.\n, • Demonstrable commitment to meeting programmes and quality standards; commercially aware.\n, • Supportive team player who mentors junior staff and pursues continuous professional development.\n\n \n How to apply \n \n To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact aureliacherradi@hoarelea.com \n \n If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices. We aim to provide feedback at each stage of the process. \n \n Adjustments and accommodations \n \n If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know. \n \n Data privacy \n \n We have updated our terms and conditions for candidates, click here to find out more. \n \n Recruitment agencies \n \n We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners who assist us when required. We do not acknowledge speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.

Position: General Manager \n Location: El Gato Negro Tapas, Manchester \n Reports to: Operations Manager \n El Gato Negro is an award-winning, contemporary Spanish tapas restaurant renowned for exceptional food, warm hospitality, and vibrant dining experiences. We are seeking an experienced, passionate, and commercially minded General Manager to lead our Manchester restaurant, inspire our team, and ensure every guest enjoys an outstanding experience. \n As General Manager, you will be responsible for the overall performance of the restaurant, driving financial success while maintaining the highest standards of service, food quality, and team engagement. \n Leadership and People \n\n • Recruit, develop, motivate, and retain a high-performing management and front of house team.\n, • Lead, coach, and support departmental managers to achieve operational excellence.\n, • Conduct regular performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback and development.\n, • Create a positive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment.\n, • Ensure staffing levels are appropriate to meet business demands. \n\n Guest Experience \n\n • Deliver exceptional customer service and ensure consistently high hospitality standards.\n, • Build strong relationships with guests and respond professionally to feedback and complaints.\n, • Maintain the restaurant's reputation for quality, service, and atmosphere.\n, • Drive initiatives that enhance guest satisfaction and loyalty. \n\n Finance Performance \n\n • Manage restaurant P&L and deliver agreed financial targets.\n, • Maximise sales while controlling labour, food, and operating costs.\n, • Analyse business performance and implement strategies to improve profitability.\n, • Monitor KPIs including sales, labour percentage, GP, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency.\n\n \n Operations \n\n • Ensure smooth day-to-day restaurant operations.\n, • Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation, and maintenance.\n, • Ensure compliance with company standards and operating procedures.\n, • Oversee stock control, ordering, and inventory management.\n, • Work closely with the Head Chef to ensure excellent communication between front and back of house.\n\n \n Compliance \n\n • Ensure full compliance with food safety, licensing, health & safety, and employment legislation.\n, • Maintain accurate records and complete all required audits.\n, • Promote a safe working environment for employees and guests.\n\n \n Business Development \n\n • Support local marketing initiatives and community engagement.\n, • Identify opportunities to increase revenue and improve operational performance.\n, • Work collaboratively with senior leadership on strategic initiatives and business growth.\n\n \n Skills And Experience \n Essential \n\n • Proven experience as a General Manager or Senior Restaurant Manager within a high volume, premium hospitality environment.\n, • Strong commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and P&L.\n, • Outstanding leadership and people development skills.\n, • Excellent communication and organisational abilities.\n, • Passion for hospitality and delivering memorable guest experiences.\n, • Experience managing large teams across multiple departments.\n, • Strong understanding of labour management, stock control, and cost management.\n, • Knowledge of UK food safety, licensing, and health & safety legislation.\n\n \n Desirable \n\n • Experience within premium casual dining or quality restaurant brands.\n, • Knowledge of Spanish cuisine, tapas, or Mediterranean hospitality.\n, • Personal Licence Holder.\n, • WSET or hospitality-related qualifications.\n\n \n Personal Attributes \n\n • Inspiring and approachable leader.\n, • Positive, energetic, and resilient.\n, • Hands-on with a strong presence on the restaurant floor.\n, • Commercially focused with attention to detail.\n, • Calm under pressure and solutions-oriented.\n, • Passionate about developing people and creating a positive team culture.\n\n \n What We Offer \n\n • Competitive salary.\n, • Performance-related bonus scheme.\n, • Opportunities for career progression.\n, • Employee discounts.\n, • Ongoing training and leadership development.\n, • Company pension.\n, • Employee Assistance Programme \n

Please note: This role follows a Thursday-to-Monday working pattern, with mandatory weekend work and afternoon/evening shifts aligned with US operating hours) \n ---- \n \n We're on the lookout for a Support and Commissioning Associate to join our support team in Manchester, UK. This is a hybrid role providing support coverage aligned to US operating hours, weekend support, and assistance with the commissioning of new client installations. \n \n This is an entry-level, first-line position responsible for handling incoming support requests, performing initial triage, and delivering first stage resolution where possible, escalating issues where required. \n \n The role also plays an active part in commissioning new products for clients, including joining remote setup calls and using remote access tools to configure and validate installations. \n In addition, the role will also support the coordination of worldwide client spares orders, working closely with the stock controller and supply chain team to facilitate timely processing and delivery, helping to keep operations running smoothly. \n \n About Us: \n \n CONDUCTR is a dynamic collective of designers, technologists, media experts, producers & engineers. The vision is simple - fuse the creativity of a design studio, with the innovation of a tech lab, to create a one-stop shop for extraordinary guest-centric, 360 attraction experiences. \n \n Working Pattern and Location: \n \n This role provides support and commissioning coverage aligned to US operating hours, which means afternoon and evening shifts, including weekends. Weekend working is a standard and required part of this role rather than an occasional requirement. \n \n The working pattern is five days per week, Thursday to Monday, with Tuesday and Wednesday as standard non-working days. Exact start and finish times will be confirmed during the recruitment process. \n \n\n • 5 days per week, including mandatory weekend working\n, • Saturday and Sunday are standard working days for this role\n, • Afternoon and evening shifts, aligned to US operating hours\n, • Flexibility may be required depending on commissioning schedules and support demand\n\n \n This is a hybrid role based out of our UK office in Manchester, combining office-based days with days worked from home. Candidates must live within commuting distance of Manchester and be able to attend the office regularly. \n \n Role Alignment: \n \n This role forms part of the wider Client Support function and is designed to provide first-line operational support, commissioning assistance, and extended service coverage. \n \n The Support and Commissioning Associate will work closely with the Client Support Specialist and Client Support Manager, helping to manage incoming support requests, complete initial triage, resolve basic issues where possible, and escalate more complex matters with clear and structured information. \n \n By providing frontline support coverage across US operating hours and weekends, this role helps ensure timely client responses, improved ticket handling, and effective support continuity across the wider team. \n \n Key Responsibilities: \n \n\n • Act as the first point of contact for incoming support requests\n, • Respond to and manage tickets via a ticketing platform\n, • Handle live chat and messaging support channels\n, • Communicate clearly and professionally with clients in a B2B environment\n, • Perform initial triage by gathering key information and assessing issue severity\n, • Deliver first stage resolution where possible\n, • Carry out basic troubleshooting across Windows, connectivity, and peripherals\n, • Escalate issues to senior team members with clear, structured detail\n, • Support the commissioning of new client installations, including tables, arenas, and other products\n, • Join commissioning calls and use remote access tools to configure and validate new product installations\n, • Support the coordination of worldwide client spares orders\n, • Work closely with the stock controller and supply chain team to facilitate timely processing and delivery\n, • Liaise internally to ensure follow-ups and actions are completed\n, • Maintain accurate ticket updates, tagging, and documentation\n, • Support updates to knowledge base articles and internal documentation\n\n \n You should have: \n \n\n • Strong written and verbal communication skills\n, • Confidence working in a client-facing, B2B support environment\n, • Basic technical understanding, including Windows and general troubleshooting\n, • Comfort working remotely with clients to set up and validate equipment\n, • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at once\n, • A proactive, reliable, and detail-oriented approach\n, • Willingness to learn and follow structured processes\n\n \n It would be great if you have: \n \n\n • Previous support, helpdesk, or customer service experience\n, • Experience working with social gaming venues and arcade locations\n, • Familiarity with hardware troubleshooting and basic networking\n, • Experience setting up, installing, or commissioning hardware or equipment\n, • Experience using ticketing or live chat platforms\n, • Confidence interpreting basic error messages or logs\n\n \n Please note this role is not suited to candidates seeking a standard Monday–Friday schedule or those who are unable to commit to regular weekend availability. \n \n What We Offer: \n \n\n • A competitive salary and benefits package.\n, • A vibrant, inclusive, and dynamic work environment.\n, • Opportunities for personal and professional growth.\n, • A chance to be part of a forward-thinking team making a real difference.\n\n \n What it's like working at CONDUCTR: \n \n CONDUCTR is proud to be recognised as a Great Place to Work®, officially certified for our outstanding workplace culture and employee satisfaction. We’ve also been named on the UK’s Best Workplaces™ 2026 list, recognised as a top 50 company to work for in the UK. We’re also honoured to be placed on UK’s Best Workplaces™ lists for: Wellbeing, Development, Women, and Tech, ranking highly among the top 100 companies for employee support, growth and career development - and we’re just getting started! \n \n On top of that, we’re one of the UK’s fastest growing companies - recently ranked 5th nationwide - creating exciting opportunities for our team to grow as fast as the business. \n \n Our 5 core values articulate this best, and we are looking for people who can demonstrate them: \n \n\n • We go above and #beyond\n, • We work as a #team & make it fun\n, • We creatively #kick-ass\n, • We #do it efficiently, on time & on budget\n, • We deliver work that makes us #proud\n\n \n Does this sound like the job for you? \n \n Apply via this post with your CV and share your linked in profile. If you sound like you are a good fit, we will reach out for an initial, informal chat.

Smiths Equipment Hire Ltd are the Northwest's Largest Independent Equipment Hire Company with 19 Hire It Centres located across the region.We have a fantastic opportunity for a driven and enthusiastic Deputy Manager to join our busy Openshaw Depot. The role of Deputy Manager is to support the Depot Manager on a day to day basis in the management and smooth running of the team and the Depot itself.The ideal candidate for this role will have Depot / Sales experience and will have a clear understanding of how to work efficiently in a Deputy Manager role. This position requires someone who is a dedicated team player and who has the success of the overall depot in focusYou may be required to cover the Depot Manager if he is absent or, you will be working alongside the Manager focusing on the following key areas:Position Objectives:Oversee All Depot Operations in the absence of the Depot ManagerEnsure open quotations are dealt with in a timely mannerChase all late cash hires and keep to a minimumDeal with all loss damages initially and liaise with the Depot ManagerKeep Stock replenished at all timesAssist the Sales Hire Controller Taking OrdersContract conversions must be 85% aboveEnsure no equipment is hired under inspectionEnsure all telephone calls are handled correctlyImprove Hire Protect SalesHelp the Depot Meet its depot targetsContribute to the overall depot sales targetsBenefits what we offer youSalary: D epending on experience25 Days plus statutory holidays (33 days in total)An extra 2 days holiday after 5 years serviceWeekly payFREE tool hire for all employees - Excluding consumables and deliveryGroup Life Cover is provided at three times your annual salaryMy Wellbeing ServicesEmployee Referral SchemePension schemeFull uniform providedDiscounted personal legal servicesThis is a full time position, Monday to Friday.If you have the skills and experience required for this position and you are looking for your next long term career opportunity, we would like to hear from youTPBN1_UKTJ

WEARE LOOKING FOR APROGRAMME MANAGERNumber of Roles: 1 | Division: Facilities |Location: CopperworksSigma areexperts at transforming commercial space. With over 20 years experienceoperating in the fast-paced and dynamic retail sector, Sigma provide a trueend-to-end service; from store construction and consolidation to fixtureprocurement, projects, and mechanical & electrical installation.Ranked in thetop 10% of the 2019 Sunday Times International FastTrack 200 awards, weve beenacknowledged as being one of Britains fastest growing private companies.Its ourpeople that make us who we are, and we are proud to have some of the mostexperienced, knowledgeable, passionate, and dedicated individuals within ourindustry, at every level in our business. Sigma is committed to creating adiverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. our business.Outline of roleThe Programme Manager isresponsible for leading the operational administration team and overseeing theday-to-day delivery of activity across the Shared User operation. The rolefocuses on people management, operational performance, project delivery andcontinuous improvement, ensuring all work is effectively planned, prioritisedand completed on time, in full and within agreed budgets.Working closely with theAccount Manager, warehouse teams and key stakeholders, the Programme Managerwill ensure operational risks are proactively identified and managed, costs arecontrolled, and processes are followed consistently. The role is also responsiblefor utilising operational data and KPIs to drive efficiencies, improve servicedelivery and maintain high standards of operational performance.Main responsibilitiesLead, coach anddevelop the operational administration team to achieve business objectives.Manage allday-to-day people matters, including attendance, holidays, performancemanagement, development and formal HR processes where required.Plan, prioritiseand allocate workloads to ensure operational and client requirements aredelivered effectively.Oversee thesuccessful delivery of operational activity and projects, ensuring servicelevels and timescales are achieved.Monitor projectprogress, identify risks and implement mitigation plans to protect service,cost and delivery targets.Support thedelivery of projects within agreed timelines and budgets.Monitoroperational and project costs, identify potential overspend and take correctiveaction when required.Coordinateactivities with warehouse operations to ensure the efficient flow of inbound,storage and outbound processes.Maintain stockintegrity and effective inventory control practices.Monitor warehousecapacity and stock volumes to support operational efficiency and spaceutilisation.Reviewoperational KPIs and performance reporting, identifying trends andopportunities for improvement.Ensureoperational reporting is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.Develop, maintainand audit operational processes to ensure consistency, compliance and serviceexcellence.Promote adherenceto procedures and maintain accurate audit trails.Investigateoperational issues and implement corrective and preventative actions.Drive continuousimprovement initiatives across people, processes and systems.Build andmaintain effective relationships with customers, suppliers and internalstakeholders.Provideoperational updates, performance information, cost analysis and risk reportingto the Account Manager.Motivate andengage the team to improve productivity, accountability and service standards.Ensure compliancewith company policies, health and safety regulations and GDPR requirements.Knowledge and experiencerequiredExperience withinan operational, warehousing, distribution, stock management or similarenvironment.Previousexperience leading, managing and developing teams.Experienceplanning and prioritising workloads within a fast-paced operational setting.Understanding ofstock control, inventory management and operational processes.Experiencemonitoring budgets, costs and operational performance.Experience usingKPIs, reporting and performance data to support decision-making and continuousimprovement.Knowledge ofcompliance requirements, including health and safety and GDPR.Skills requiredStrongleadership, people management and coaching skills.Excellentorganisational, planning and project coordination abilities.Strong analyticaland problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify risks and implementsolutions.Good commercialawareness and understanding of cost control.Excellentattention to detail and commitment to accuracy.Strongcommunication and stakeholder management skills.Proficient inMicrosoft Office, particularly Excel.Flexible andadaptable, with the ability to manage changing priorities and drive continuousimprovement.QualificationsEducated to GCSElevel (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.Managementqualification or relevant professional qualification desirable.Benefits:25 days holidayplus bank holidaysA days birthdayleave to be taken within your birthday monthOpportunity tobuy or sell up to 3 days holidayOpportunity forhybrid workingAbility toparticipate in the Octopus EV salary sacrifice schemeAbility toparticipate in the Cycle to Work SchemeEmployeeAssistance ProgrammeHealthshield cashplan with discounts on high street storesFree externalfinancial advice offering support for mortgages, pensions and insurancesEnhanced familyfriendly payFree tea, coffeeand fruit on all sitesSubject toeligibilityOpportunity to be involved withGroup ColleagueBoardQuarterlyCorporate Events/Charity InvolvementSigma is committed to providing colleagues with opportunities to progress their career, supported by a range of training and developmentactivities and interventionsIf you think youve got what ittakes to join our growing, winning team wed love you to hear from you.TPBN1_UKTJ

Job Description: Stores / Sales Assistant (Engineering & Industrial) Job Title: Stores / Sales AssistantDepartment: Stores / SalesReports To: Stores Manager / Office ManagerSalary Range: £25,000 - £35,000 per annum - dependent on experienceJob Purpose We are seeking a technically minded and customer-focused Stores / Sales Assistant to join our busy engineering and industrial supply operation. This is a pivotal, dual-function role that bridges the gap between the sales desk and the warehouse. You will be responsible for providing an exceptional level of service to both internal and external customers, leveraging your engineering knowledge to identify the correct components and solutions, while managing the physical flow of stock through the storesThis role is ideally suited to someone with an engineering background - either professional or as a knowledgeable hobbyist, who enjoys "hands-on" problem-solving and has a passion for industrial productsKey Responsibilities Sales & Customer ServiceCustomer Support: Act as the first point of contact on the trade counter and via telephone, handling incoming sales enquiries, advising customers on product selection, and providing technical insight on hydraulic, pneumatic, and other industrial componentsQuotations & Order Processing: Process customer orders and quotations accurately, negotiating prices in line with company guidelines and achieving deadlines for submissionsRelationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with customers to ensure repeat business and loyalty. Actively identify up-selling opportunities and support external sales staff where requiredStores & Warehouse OperationsGoods Inwards/Outwards: Manage the receipt of deliveries, checking accuracy against paperwork, and coordinate the dispatch of goods, including packing and shippingInventory Management: Monitor stock levels, conduct regular cycle counts and stock-taking activities, and ensure inventory records are updated accurately within the computerised stock management systemWarehouse Maintenance: Maintain an efficient and safe storage environment, ensuring correct location of stock and promoting a high level of quality and safety within the departmentPerson Specification Experience & KnowledgeProven experience in a stores, warehouse, or trade counter environment, ideally within the industrial or engineering sector e.g., Compressed Air, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Electrical Wholesale, Lifting Equipment, or MRO suppliesTechnical Knowledge: A sound understanding or keen interest in engineering components, industrial parts, or technical productsComputer Literacy: Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and a working knowledge of a stock management e.g. Protean / Job Logic, is highly beneficialSkills & AttributesCustomer Focus: Excellent communication skills with a confident telephone manner and a commitment to providing the highest level of customer serviceOrganisation: Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise workload effectively in a fast-paced reactionary environmentInitiative: A self-motivated individual who can work both independently and as part of a teamHealth & Safety: Awareness of workplace health and safety practicesDesirableA Counterbalance Forklift Truck - FLT licenceExperience with CRM softwareWorking Conditions Full-time, PermanentMonday to Friday - 7.30am - 4.30pmThis role is based on-site at our warehouse/office premisesPackage & Benefits :Overtime and Quarterly profit share bonusesPrivate medical and dental cashback scheme + Wellbeing and assistance programmeCompany Pension scheme + 23+ days holiday plus bank holidaysTPBN1_UKTJ

Electrical Site Manager Manchester 12 Month+ Contract 1st Step Solutions are working on behalf a Tier 1 M&E Contractor that have a requirement for an experienced Electrical Site Manager to join them on a new resdiential project in Manchester. You must have previous experience working with a Tier 1 M&E Contractor on residential apartments and come from a electrical background. Responsibilities: Liaise with colleagues and supervisors on timeframe and labour requirement. You will be required to respond to electrical issues as they occur. Gather information about the electrical installation and all potential surprises. Oversee direct labour or electrical subcontractors. Complete mechanical site safety audits and electrical completion paperwork Ensure safe working practices and electrical safety rules are followed by Electrical Sub-Contractors on site. Ensure all paperwork is completed as required Reporting on a daily basis with site issues or progression. Assist teams with resolving matters arising. Identify corrective actions and implementation of countermeasures to maximise productivity. Ensure relevant materials and consumables are identified, sourced and delivered in a timely manner to minimise project disruptions maintaining records and controlling stock. Maintain effective health and safety systems, including completion of risk assessments, method statements, toolbox talks, etc. Requirements: City and Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent CSCS Gold Card. SSSTS/SMSTS. Good literacy skills. Proactive thinking with an enthusiastic character. Well organised and able to meet deadlines. Excellent people management skills

As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, youll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. Youll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role.Key ResponsibilitiesRunning the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store ManagerDeliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectationsSupport the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIsMonitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistentlyOversee till cashing up and safe depositsEnsure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintainedSkills & ExperienceExperience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environmentsSkilled in time management and cost controlMotivated to achieve and exceed targets consistentlyStrong customer service and compliance skillsPrevious Store Management experience is a plus but not essentialOur BenefitsAn additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the storeA flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week28 days annual leave including bank holidays26 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 dealsTPBN1_UKTJ

About the roleAre you a natural leader with a passion for delivering outstanding customer service? Join Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care as a Branch Manager, where you will play a key role in ensuring the success of your branch while leading a dedicated team in providing expert eye and hearing care. You will inspire and support your team to deliver exceptional service, drive business growth, and maintain high professional standards in a customer-focused environment.ResponsibilitiesLead and motivate your team to consistently provide outstanding customer serviceManage all branch operations, including meeting sales targets and driving business growthOversee staff training, coaching and performance managementEnsure every customer receives expert advice and the highest quality of careOversee stock management, compliance, and day-to-day branch efficiencySupport and collaborate with Optometrists and Hearing Aid Audiologists to maintain clinical excellenceEngage with the local community to promote the branch and build strong customer relationshipsMaintain compliance with Company policies, health and safety standards and regulatory requirementsWhat were looking forWe are seeking an experienced retail manager, ideally with a background in optics, audiology, or healthcare. You should possess strong leadership and people management skills, combined with a customer-first mindset and excellent communication abilities.Commercial awareness is essential, along with a proactive, hands-on approach to solving problems and developing your team. Basic I.T. skills and familiarity with point-of-sale systems are also required.If you thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and want to drive business performance, this role is for you.What we offerCompetitive salary with performance-based incentivesOpportunities for ongoing training, career progression and personal developmentThe chance to lead and develop a supportive, passionate teamA family-run company culture that values professionalism and a personal approachA rewarding benefits package including staff discounts and pension scheme28 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro-rata)Generous staff discount schemeTPBN1_UKTJ

Amazon Marketplace Manager | Greater Manchester | £50k + BenefitsWe're partnering with an ambitious direct-to-consumer brand to recruit an Amazon Marketplace Manager who will take full commercial ownership of one of the business's most important sales channels.This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing ecommerce business and play a key role in driving revenue, profitability and long-term growth across Amazon.Working alongside a specialist Amazon team, you'll be the in-house expert for the channel, owning trading performance, advertising strategy, account health and commercial optimisation. As the Amazon Marketplace Manager, you will collaborate closely with Product, Merchandising and Operations teams to maximise performance and identify new opportunities for growth.Key Responsibilities in the Position of Amazon Marketplace Manager:Own the commercial performance, growth and profitability of the Amazon channel.Develop and deliver the Amazon trading and growth strategy.Manage Amazon account health and Seller Central performance.Partner with the Amazon team to optimise PPC, SEO and advertising performance.Monitor and improve key metrics including revenue, margin, TACoS, conversion and Buy Box performance.Optimise pricing, promotions, listings and catalogue performance.Work closely with Supply Chain to align stock availability with trading plans.Produce regular trading reports, performance analysis and commercial recommendations.Act as the internal Amazon expert, driving best practice across the business.About YouWe're looking for a commercially driven marketplace professional with:Proven experience managing Amazon Seller Central within a retail, ecommerce or DTC business.A strong track record of growing Amazon sales profitably.Experience managing Amazon PPC and working with external Amazon agencies.Strong commercial awareness with experience owning budgets, revenue and performance targets.Excellent analytical skills with the ability to turn data into commercial action.Experience managing pricing, promotions, catalogue optimisation and marketplace trading.A proactive, hands-on approach and the confidence to influence stakeholders.Experience within a fast-paced ecommerce or retail business; knowledge of third-party Amazon tools or multi-marketplace experience would be advantageous.Why Join?This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a key commercial channel within a growing ecommerce business. You'll have genuine autonomy, work alongside an ambitious leadership team and play a significant role in shaping the future growth of the Amazon marketplace.Apply today to be considered for the position of Amazon Marketplace Manager.BH36878TPBN1_UKTJ

Manager, Asset Productivity & ControlAbout the RoleWe are looking for a Manager, Risk & Supply Chain Controls to join our global finance team. Review, update, and ensure the adherence of global supply chain operating procedures related to hire stock, establishing global standard rules and control

Buyer – Branded Beauty We’re looking for a commercially minded Buyer with a passion for beauty, new brands and discovering the products customers will want next. You’ll be responsible for sourcing and managing an exciting range of third-party branded beauty products for our online platform – identifying emerging brands, viral products and new beauty trends across the UK and international markets. Working closely with the Buying Manager and wider Ecommerce, Trading, Merchandising and Marketing teams, you’ll help shape a distinctive and commercially successful beauty assortment. What you’ll be doing: • Discover and source exciting new beauty brands and products, • Build strong relationships with brands, distributors and suppliers, • Negotiate pricing, margin, payment terms and promotional support, • Keep ahead of emerging beauty trends, viral products and market newness, • Build a strong pipeline of new brands and product launches, • Manage and review range performance across sales, margin and stock, • Identify opportunities to grow sales and profitability, • Support promotional planning, pricing and competitor analysis, • Work cross-functionally to bring new brands and products to market quickly What we’re looking for: • Previous buying experience within beauty, cosmetics, skincare, fragrance, haircare or another fast-moving branded consumer category, • Experience sourcing and buying third-party branded products, • Strong commercial and negotiation skills, • A genuine passion for beauty and natural curiosity for emerging brands, products and trends, • Confidence using sales, margin, stock and customer data to make buying decisions, • An entrepreneurial, proactive approach and the ability to move quickly when opportunities arise, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced ecommerce environment, • International sourcing experience would be an advantage This is a great opportunity for a Buyer who loves the commercial side of retail but is equally excited by discovering what’s next in beauty and getting the right brands and products in front of customers at the right time.

LEAD INFORMATION Job Title – Bendi / Flexi / Pivot Steer Operator Nights Site location – Trafford Park, Manchester Responsible to – Shift Manager Purpose of the role – To support the warehouse, Stock Rotation and Replenishment of customer goods with the safe operation of Bend

Company Description Great Bear (Part of the Culina Group) provides distribution services to FMCG clients. Customer centric service focus is delivered through a site-level empowered culture. At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired! Job Description We are looking for confident and hands-on Warehouse Team Leaders to join our Great Bear operation in Northampton. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a fast-paced, modern warehouse environment where you will lead a team to help deliver excellent service for a range of key customers. In this role, you will support the Shift Manager in leading, motivating and developing the team, while making sure productivity, quality, health and safety, and customer service standards are achieved every day. You will play a key part in keeping the operation running smoothly and ensuring all customer requirements are delivered to a high standard. This is a full-time, permanent position working 4 on 4 off Days 06:00 to 18:00, 40.25 hours per week. Salary : GBP 15.51 per hour (Inc. TL step-up), plus overtime paid at time and half Qualifications Previous warehouse experience, ideally within a fast-paced warehouse operation Previous team leader or supervisory experience in a similar environment. Strong communication skills with the ability to share information clearly and confidently. Able to prioritise workloads effectively and meet deadlines in a busy operational environment. A proven ability to motivate teams and help deliver or exceed targets and KPIs. Confident using IT systems and standard computer applications. Professional, approachable and supportive in the way you work with others. Additional Information What you'll be doing Lead, organise and support a team of warehouse colleagues across the operation Drive shift performance to ensure productivity, service and operational KPI targets are consistently achieved. Promote high standards of health, safety, hygiene and compliance, making sure all processes and records are completed accurately. Carry out quality and compliance checks to ensure the operation meets customer and audit standards. Deliver team briefings and clear communication so colleagues stay informed, engaged and focused on priorities. Support the smooth running of goods in and warehouse operations so stock is received, handled and made available efficiently. Coach, support and develop team members to maximise performance and encourage progression. Support people processes, including investigations, disciplinary and grievance matters, in line with company procedures. As part of our drive to make Great Beara great place to work, we are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers. Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives. Our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include: Annual Leave 28days inclusive of the bank holidays. Pension scheme We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirementso we offer agreat contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer. Life Assurance - x2 your annual salary. Wellness Via our Employee Assistance Programmewe offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year. Eye Care Vouchers We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses. Reward & Recognition We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the Month and Year, special recognition and long service awards. Everyday discounts - Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings! If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity, please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam! TPBN1_UKTJ

EXL (NASDAQ: EXLS) is a global data and artificial intelligence ("AI") company that offers services and solutions to reinvent client business models, drive better outcomes and unlock growth with speed. EXL harnesses the power of data, AI, and deep industry knowledge to transform businesses, including the worlds leading corporations in industries including insurance, healthcare, banking and financial services, media and retail, among others. EXL was founded in 1999 with the core values of innovation, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect. We are headquartered in New York and have more than 60,000 employees spanning six continents. Role Title: Team Manager BU/Segment: Utilities / Energy Location: Manchester, United Kingdom Employment Type: Permanent Contact Centre Operating Hours: 8am-8pm 7/365 days per year. Shiftwork applies. Help Power a Smarter, Greener Future Join a nationwide mission to transform the way energy is delivered and consumed. This role plays a vital part in supporting the UKs smart metering programme, helping connect homes and businesses to a secure network for digital smart meters. Smarter, connected homes are key to improving energy efficiency and accelerating Britains transition to a low-carbon economy. As a valued member of our Service Centre team, you will work closely with energy suppliers and distribution network operators, ensuring smart metering processes run smoothly and efficiently. Your contribution will directly support the delivery of high-quality service and help shape a cleaner, more sustainable future for everyone. Summary of the role: The Team Manager plays a pivotal role in leading and developing a high-performing team, ensuring operational excellence and exceptional service delivery. This position requires strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, the ability to motivate and guide team members, and a proven track record in performance management. The role involves setting clear expectations, monitoring progress, providing constructive feedback, and fostering a positive and collaborative working environment. With excellent people skills and a performance-driven mindset, the Team Manager will drive continuous improvement, maintain high levels of team morale, and ensure business objectives are consistently met. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills, a deep understanding of Smart Metering Networks , and the ability to analyse complex technical information to support decision-making. They must thrive under pressure, demonstrate excellent problem-solving abilities, and apply ITIL best practices to enhance IT service management and delivery. Collaboration and clear communication across teams are essential to success in this role. This role is fully on-site in Manchester. As part of your duties, you will be responsible for: Leading and motivating a team of Service Desk Analysts, who play a critical role in delivering high-quality IT support to service users, internal stakeholders, and suppliers. The team is responsible for managing ticketing systems such as Remedy and ServiceNow, troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring effective incident resolutioneither directly or through supplier coordination. Driving performance to meet agreed objectives, Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Regularly coaching and mentoring team members in line with personal development plans, focusing on both technical skills and soft skills to enhance service delivery. Developing Service Desk Analysts skillsets to expand team capabilities and provide opportunities for career growth. Ensuring Service Desk Analysts meet their objectives and fulfil the responsibilities of their roles effectively and consistently. Undertaking HR activities such as 1-2-1 meetings, appraisals, disciplinaries, and return-to-work interviews in line with company policies. Handling formal escalations from the Service Centre, service providers, and service users, ensuring timely and satisfactory resolution. Qualifications and experience we consider to be essential for the role: Proven experience in a Service Desk or Customer Service environment. Previous supervisory or management experience, including the direct line management of team members. Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to communicate and build relationships at all organisational levels. Demonstrated ability to lead, influence, and develop both self and others, acting as a coach to guide and support team growth. Proven training skills to develop both individual and team performance. Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with a track record of driving continuous service improvements. Ability to convey complex information clearly and adapt communication style to suit the audience. Knowledge of the regulatory environment and GDPR, ensuring compliance in all processes and interactions. Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively for both self and team. Adaptability and openness to change, with a willingness to embrace new ways of working in a fast-changing industry. Confidence in acting promptly and decisively when addressing issues or challenges. Skills and Personal attributes we would like to have: Smart Metering / Energy Industry Knowledge Experience handling meter faults, connectivity issues, or providing technical support within the energy sector. Ticketing & Email-Based Support Familiarity with platforms such as ServiceNow, Remedy, Zendesk, or similar CRM/ticketing systems for efficient incident resolution. Technical Troubleshooting (Non-IT Specialist) Understanding of smart meter functionality, connectivity challenges, firmware updates, and common faults. Incident & Escalation Management Skilled in logging, prioritising, and escalating issues appropriately to ensure timely resolution. Regulated Industry Experience Background in utilities, telecommunications, or other compliance-driven sectors with high service standards. Customer-Centric Mindset Committed to delivering exceptional service, ensuring customer and service provider issues are resolved effectively and efficiently. As part of a leading global analytics and digital solutions company, you can look forward to: A market competitive package and a rewarding pension. EXL provides everyday financial well-being solutions, such as cash back cards, in which you can earn cashback while enjoying discounts, promotions, and offers from top retailers. We also offer a Cycle Scheme where you can save money on bikes and cycling accessories. At EXL , we are committed to providing our employees with the tools and resources they need to succeed and excel in their careers. We offer a wide range of professional and personal development opportunities. We also support a range of learning initiatives that allow our employees to build on their existing skills and knowledge. From online courses to seminars and workshops, our employees have the opportunity to enhance their skills and stay up to date with the latest trends and technologies. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, EXL is committed to diversity. Our company does not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, or disability status. EXL employees are eligible to purchase stock as part of our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). To be considered for this role, you must already be eligible to work in the United Kingdom. TPBN1_UKTJ

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We're hiring: EU Channel Development Manager @ Homely. A genuine platform to prove yourself - own a region, build a channel, make your mark. Win new channel partners - and get them taking physical stock of Homely.

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