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Procurement Consultant Contract Length: 3 months (view to review thereafter) Contract Rate: £300-£400 DOE Location: Birmingham - 1 day a week working from the office We are currently working in partnership with a leading Health-care organisation searching for a diligent and capable Procurement professional to support the team with an exciting upcoming project. As a procurement consultant you will be tasked with building and managing great relationships in the health-care sector and managing the end to end procurement process. Responsibilities The key area of focus is sourcing initiatives that are primarily categories with medium spend, complexity, risk and sensitivity. The role holder may have some responsibility for other types of categories for the purposes of development and workload allocation. The role holder will possess knowledge or prior experience in principles and concepts related to sourcing and contract management. Plans and executes project timelines for assigned categories, with guidance from manager. Translates objectives into project planning priorities, creates and manages work plans and timelines for multiple projects and priorities, and finalises negotiations in the time-frame designated for the project Understands or demonstrates an aptitude to learn the product categories assigned and how end-users interface with the products/services Demonstrates a thorough understanding and accountability for the sourcing process for their assigned portfolio. Including market research, bid preparation, RFI, Strategy Development & Validation, SQ, RFP/ITT, Contract Negotiations, and contract launch Communications are primarily focused on effective and efficient communications with internal stakeholders and suppliers.Criteria Working in the Public sector would be advantageous in this role Experience running a full end to end procurement process Mix of Indirect/ Facilities Management Experience in developing buying strategies that align with the organisation goals Health-care experience would be desirable A proven track record in procurement CIPS Qualification (desirable but not essential)Randstad Business Support acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Business Support is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone

Senior Category Manager Portsmouth (Hybrid working) 3 Month Contract £450 p/d (Umbrella) ARM are delighted to be supporting one of our clients with the recruitment of a Senior Category Manager on an initial 3 month basis. The Senior Category Manager is responsible for commercial leadership of a wide portfolio of supply categories, across Marketing, Operations, Product, HR, Finance and Facilities. The Role: * Negotiate exceptional supply contracts, to maximise value. * Business Partnering with Functional Leaders and Contract Owners, to create value through optimised supply contracts. * Develop Category Supplier Strategies and vendor roadmaps. * Oversee Vendor Management, supporting Contract Owners and driving Quarterly Business Reviews with Tier 1 vendors. * Strong category expertise across Marketing, HR, Facilities, Finance, Operations and Product, with knowledge of suppliers in this space. * Deliver a monthly Win Sheet of completed commercial contracts. * Drive contract completion, taking a proportionate approach to managing. * Training other team members as and when necessary to aid in their development. * Procurement advice and assisting the business with procurement related questions. Requirements: * Minimum of 8 years within a similar role, with extensive experience of contract negotiation. * Broad Portfolio of Procurement with experience in Marketing, Operations, Sales, HR, Facilities and Finance. * CIPS qualification * Exceptional commercial and financial acumen, with a solid understanding of how to create value from supply agreements. * Negotiation prowess. * A pragmatic approach, with ability to exercise sound judgment. * Gravitas to be a strong ambassador for the business in front of suppliers. * Experienced in contract review and mark-up with understanding of contract law principles. This vacancy is being advertised by Advanced Resource Managers. ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change

The Procurement & Contracts Manager will be responsible for leading and managing supplier relationships and negotiating terms, as well as contributing to and managing the Procurement Policy and Strategy. They will be the subject matter expert for Procurement & Contracts for the organisation and will be heavily involved in the continuous improvement of the organisations processes. Client Details The organisation are one of the biggest education and training providers in the region who supply career focused courses such as vocational qualifications, apprenticeships, community courses and degrees. These courses aim to provide students with an accessible head start into their chosen career by providing tailored learning both full-time and part-time. The organisation aims to create a better future for all through education by working together with a range of industry partners to support and transform students lives. Description The key responsibilities for the Procurement & Contracts Manager include: Direct line management of two Purchasing Officers. Responsible for supporting and developing these individuals Developing, managing and maintaining strategic supplier relationships Contributing to the organisations comprehensive procurement policy and strategy Negotiating with key suppliers at both a senior and strategic level to ensure the highest supplier performance and price Developing and implementing a strategy to ensure the procurement function operates in line with the organisations objectives to add value and deliver cost savings Leading and managing the Procurement team to deliver appropriate support to the organisation to ensure both corporate and business development objectives are metProfile The successful Procurement & Contracts Manager will: Have understanding of financial regulations and UK Government procurement legislation Have experience of managing service providers and achieving service level agreements Have experience in a previous senior role in procurement and contract management Be learner and quality focused with commitment to the organisations vision Be able to contribute to the organisations journey to create a positive working environmentJob Offer What is an offer for Procurement & Contracts Manager: Competitive salary Generous annual leave entitlement - equivalent to 30 days holidays, plus bank holidays Additional closure days, including 2-week Christmas closure Local government pension scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution Annual salary reviews Career progression opportunities Free sports and gym facilities Free well-being initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor well-being space Access to the organisations benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cash back Discounts on greener travel - cycle to work scheme & local Metro Card and Northern Rail discounts Training and development opportunities

Inside Out Purchasing and Supply has been engaged by our leading Greater Manchester based client to recruit for a Buyer on a 12 month fixed term contract. In order to be considered for this role you must have previous buying experience in a manufacturing/engineering environment. A full written job description will be made available to suitable candidates

Job Title: Assistant Buyer Location: Bedford (MK44) Hourly Pay Rate: £11.67 Hours: 37.5 per week (Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00) Length of the contract: Possibility of Temporary to Permanent Gi Group are now seeking to appoint an experienced Assistant Buyer to our Public Sector client based in Bedford. The Assistant Buyer will be responsible for performing specific strategic programmes for defined categories and providing effective management of the organisation's procurement portfolios in line with Standing Financial Instructions, EU Procurement Directives, and UK Legislation. The postholder will also be responsible for different categories of relatively low value spend, volume, nature, and complexity. Duties of the Assistant Buyer To procure goods, services, and works in line with the organisation's procurement strategy, supporting its implementation in order to achieve their business objectives and financial targets. To ensure that all procurement solutions are innovative, robust, and that an effective supply chain is preserved or enhanced, in a way which is compliant with EU treaty, UK law, TDA rules, and SFIs. Lead on particular lower-risk categories e.g., stationary, hotel bookings, and credit cards, and assist with higher-risk categories when directed by the Procurement Manager. Research and analyse data and contribute to the creation of innovation and high-quality category strategies, working with budget holders and users to influence the application of non-pay budgets outside of postholder's direct control, and make both cashable and non-cashable savings. Reporting against targets and objectives when directed by the Head of Procurement and Logistics or Procurement Manager as required. This may include all parts of the sourcing process, the development of specifications with key users, tendering, supplier interaction, analysis of tenders giving a conclusion and final recommendation, safe contract award, and on-going support to contract monitoring. Develop and maintain acquired category management knowledge and have an awareness of constantly changing markets e.g., supplier exit and entry to the marketplace including knowledge of frameworks related to low spend categories. To raise purchase orders as and when required, ensuring turnaround KPIs are met. Provide advice and guidance to personnel with regard to the tendering process, Public Procurement Regulations, Standing Orders, and Standing Financial Instructions. This will require tact and persuasion on the part of the postholder. Role Criteria Detailed understanding of the EU Directives, Public Contract Regulations, and standard terms and conditions of contact law. Thorough knowledge, evidenced by being qualified in procurement. Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (working towards CIPD Level 3 or above). Experience in a procurement and/or supplies role together with category management experience. Full UK Driving Licence. Good verbal and written communication and presentation skills at all levels, internal and external to the organisation, of highly complex and sensitive financial and technical information. Strong influencing and negotiating skills within a multidisciplinary environment to achieve maximum value through negotiations. Ability to analyse and interpret highly complex, sensitive, and/or contentious information. Numerate with good computer skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, and experience using purchase order systems. Experience in Public Sector procurement. Good knowledge of legislation on UK and EU procurement regulations. Hiring Contact: Tiegan Clark Agency: Gi Group

ROLE: Food production operative SHIFTS AVAILABLE: Rotating 06.00-14.00 / 14.00- finish Monday to friday 1 weekend day every 2 weeks Saturday/ Sunday START DATE / DURATION: IMMEDIATE START / Ongoing WAGE/ SALARY: £10.60 ph initially with the potential to move to £11.20 after training QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS : Ideally food manufacturing experience KEY BENEFITS – • Canteen facilities • Parking on site • Ongoing work • Overtime/ Additional shifts available • Temp to perm opportunities • Training provided for progression THE ROLE: Production Operative You will be working in a chilled food manufacturing environment and duties include the following: • Using Knives to cut, peel and prepare various vegetables • Quality checking • Basic paperwork • Handling and inspection of food • Weighing products into bags • Working to quality and production targets • Full training provided Skills FMCG Food manufacturing general operative quality packing produce warehouse production operative manufacturing operative chef Skills Required FMCG Food manufacturing general operative quality packing produce warehouse production operative manufacturing operative chef Keywords FMCG Food manufacturing general operative quality packing produce warehouse production operative manufacturing operative chef

Account Coordinator- Maternity cover 12 months (Jan start) | North London (near Islington) | Consumer Industry What is in it for you? This is a fantastic opportunity within a rapidly expanding global Toy business who are on track for phenomenal growth. This is a 12-month maternity cover role looking for someone to start early Jan ideally. Competitive basic salary Outstanding culture, which is fun, dynamic and constantly evolving. Team Events & Social HybridThe role The Account Coordinator manages customer and operational transactions in partnership with designated members of the wider team whilst fielding incoming account specific queries. In this role you will be expected to support communication across all functions, most notably commercial, operations and supply chain; ensuring communication is clear whilst maintaining excellent organisational skills. Please find below some further information on the duties and responsibilities. Customer account Support, fielding account specific calls and emails, developing relationships with key partners. product set-up information, providing partners with the detail they need on the products and categories. Process orders (order review and entry) and maintain open order workbook/s, linking with planning, operations, sales and account/s Attending meetings internally/externally. Partnering with the Marketing team when required Develop and maintain strong working relationships with customers, retail partners, peers and other departments Support process improvement. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with customers, retail partners, peers and other departments. Strong knowledge and understanding of company systems, products and processes. End to end administrative support Ensure that records and information is maintained and updated.The candidate Previous admin experience is a must! Effective verbal and written communication skills Attention to detail is a must Analytical mind with a good understanding of numbers Excellent customer service, engagement and communication skills Be able to demonstrate a 'team player' ethic Working knowledge of all Microsoft Office packages essential Process and results driven Methodical approach to daily tasks Confident in working autonomously/independently to meet changing deadlines A willing and adaptable aptitude to provide support to the team when necessary, during busy periods or times of absenceBBBH29361

We are currently supporting a client in recruiting for a Procurement Manager on an interim basis on a 6-12 month contract. The successful candidate should ideally have experience in public sector procurement and be able to manage multiple procurement projects at any given time. You ideally need to have experience within rail and construction/infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: To develop, run and manage tenders, contract negotiations and requests for proposals / quote (in line with the Procurement Policy) within Construction & Works in line with PCR or, preferably, UCR Awareness of CDM regulations and how they are applied to procurements Draft and negotiate contracts (from templates) based on JCT Design Build with limited Legal support Development of pricing / payment mechanisms for Construction specifically (i.e. understanding of and experience with Activity Schedules or Bill of Quantities. Apply appropriate governance in line with Procurement Principles i.e. transparency, fairness, et al and obtain relevant budget approvals, sign-off etc. Strong stakeholder management and the ability to build trust with an established group of stakeholders Lead on embedding procurement best practice within the Asset Management directorate in line with UCR principles Required Skills and Experience: Ideally, working towards or hold Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Qualification (MCIPS) or RIQS Three years + Procurement experience in Construction / Works (CPV) completing end to end procurement projects off frameworks Experience of tendering (restricted, open, negotiated with and without prior call for competition) under Utilities Contract Regulations. Sound commercial and financial awareness. Ability to multitask and manage several concurrent/conflicting projects and deadlines. Ability to work collaboratively with a range of individuals and teams in order to drive ongoing value. If you have the above experience and want to be considered, then please apply and I will be in touch to discuss further with you

Your new company Hair and beauty company Your new role Role: Group Reporting Accountant Company: Hair and Beauty Company Duration: 12 month FTC (maternity cover) Salary/Day Rate: TBC - about £65k-£75k Location: London What you'll need to succeed Looking to speak with Top 4 / Top 10 audit trained accountants, 2/3 years post qualification with IFRS/group consolidations of international entities experience What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Our client is a global Financial Services business based in Canary Wharf, due to continued growth and a successful 2023 they are looking for a Procurement Consultant to join there team on a 6 month contract (potentially longer) A full time role with Hybrid working (2 days in the office) Responsible for leading and managing critical global strategic sourcing and procurement projects within the IT Software spend category (200M annual spend) Paying up to £550 per day you will be responsible for Leads strategic sourcing events including collecting, analyzing, and presenting data and recommendations to various levels of management across the organization on opportunities, risks, and where to prioritize software investments. Responsible for contract & price negotiations across the Marketing, HR, Print and Business Services and Applications categories. Thought leader with experience or interest leading IT Procurement staff. Responsible for Category Management including but not limited to category spend analytics, multi-year strategic sourcing road maps, acquiring and educating the enterprise on markets, suppliers, and trends. Working collaboratively with suppliers to enhance value and innovation. Influences and drives improvements of global policies, programs and processes. Leads and manages RFx (e.g. Request for Proposal, Request for Information, Request for Quote) process, including project management, development of RFx, negotiations and award process. Responsible for contract review, drafting and creation of various agreements, including NDAs, Master Agreements (SaaS, Software License Agreements, etc.), Service Level Agreements, Statements of Work, etc. leading and facilitating all aspects of contract negotiations across multiple Risk Control Functions (e.g. Legal, Privacy, Risk) and ongoing contract administration. Supports and monitors supplier adherence to contracts, manage suppliers via supplier activity reporting and business/performance reviews, support and conduct supplier scorecards, supplier rationalization and demand management opportunities. Manages and supports regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g. OFAC, FCPA, Spend Analysis, Client Relationships). Supports and helps present Procurement performance metrics and projects to senior management. Management of supplier fitness, including analyzing overall business and financial performance of potential and existing suppliers. Establish and maintain relationship with key partners, education on policy/guidelines and resolving related purchasing issues.Qualifications Extensive experience in Software/Banking Applications Category Bachelors Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or Finance and experience in Sourcing or Procurement related field focused on indirect sourcing or an equivalent combination of education and work experience MBA or other advanced degree and a professional Procurement/ Supply Chain Management designation (e.g. CSCP, CPM) are a strong plus. In depth knowledge of supply chain management and procurement Strong analytical, sourcing, negotiation and communication skills. Technically adept with basic application software; proficient in MS Office Suites with advanced Excel skills Experience with ERP system/ Peoplesoft, and Source to Pay (Coupa) Demonstrated success in time management; superior project management skills, attention to detail, thorough and organized Extensive experience in Sourcing or Procurement related field focused on indirect sourcing or an equivalent combination of education and work experience Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or Finance MBA or other advanced degree and a professional Procurement/ Supply Chain Management designation (e.g. CSCP, CPM) are a strong plus. In depth knowledge of supply chain management and procurement Strong analytical, sourcing, negotiation and communication skills. Technically adept with basic application software; proficient in MS Office Suites with advanced Excel skills Experience with ERP system/ Peoplesoft, and Source to Pay (Coupa) Demonstrated success in time management; superior project management skills, attention to detail, thorough and organized