Total 233 Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory job vacancies in Manchester, M1 3BG

Here at Bonmarche we have a fantastic opportunity for a Store Manager based in our Ena Mill store.
If you would like to be part of a forward-thinking business and have a job with excellent career prospects, we would love to hear from you.
As well as being part of an exciting and dynamic team you will also have the opportunity to gain an industry recognised qualification within your first 18 months of you wish to do so.
As Store Manager we are looking for a well rounded and commercial ‘retail manager’ who is proactive in their approach and can work using their own initiative, fashion retail experience desirable however not essential as full training provided. The ideal candidate will have previous experience either in management or supervision of personnel within a retail outlet.
As Store Manager, you will be expected to:
•Drive sales through your team
•Manage the day to day operation of the store whilst ensuring costs are contained within targets.
•Maximize store profitability by promoting sales within the store.
•Ensure that a high level of customer service is delivered at all times.
•Manage, coach and motivate the team to deliver to all targets and lead by example.
The ideal candidate will have:
•Commercial awareness
•Excellent leadership credentials
•An ability to drive sales through your team
•Good training and development capabilities

Here at Bonmarche we have a fantastic opportunity for a Store Manager based in our Stockport store.
If you would like to be part of a forward-thinking business and have a job with excellent career prospects, we would love to hear from you.
As well as being part of an exciting and dynamic team you will also have the opportunity to gain an industry recognised qualification within your first 18 months of you wish to do so.
As Store Manager we are looking for a well rounded and commercial ‘retail manager’ who is proactive in their approach and can work using their own initiative, fashion retail experience desirable however not essential as full training provided. The ideal candidate will have previous experience either in management or supervision of personnel within a retail outlet.
As Store Manager, you will be expected to:
•Drive sales through your team
•Manage the day to day operation of the store whilst ensuring costs are contained within targets.
•Maximize store profitability by promoting sales within the store.
•Ensure that a high level of customer service is delivered at all times.
•Manage, coach and motivate the team to deliver to all targets and lead by example.
The ideal candidate will have:
•Commercial awareness
•Excellent leadership credentials
•An ability to drive sales through your team
•Good training and development capabilities

Liberty has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Buyer to join our team, based in Salford. You will be working on a full time basis, on a 9 month FTC contract working 40 hours per week and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £42k to £44,805 per annum (dependant on qualifications & experience) Plus Excellent Benefits!

The strength of our organisation lies in the quality of the people we work with. We’re proud to employ the most talented, driven individuals within the property services sector.

Established in 1969, We are an experienced and innovative Heating and Compliance, reactive/planned maintenance, renewable technology and new build specialist that is committed to putting customers and clients at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking for an experienced Buyer to join our Procurement Team. Working alongside the Director of Supply Chain to deliver an effective and efficient procurement service for the Liberty Group with a focus on value for money and quality. Support the procurement process by procuring construction materials/ equipment for Liberty Repairs and Maintenance as well as renewable materials for the Liberty Group.

The ideal candidate will be a competent individual, who works well in a team, who uses their own initiative and also has good people skills. Work closely with stakeholders at all levels both internally and externally to the business, ensuring good working relationships are developed and maintained.

Responsibilities for the Senior Buyer will include:

Main point of contact for all material and equipment suppliers

Onboard approved subcontractors, checking documentation

Setup and maintain electronic price files for all material and equipment suppliers

Agree and monitor supplier credit terms

Working alongside the commercial manager, agree commercial terms

Monitor and record performance of key suppliers

Liaise with operational managers and commercial staff to identify procurement needs

Benchmark suppliers by competitive tender or market research

Represent procurement mobilisations of new R&M contracts, including demobilisations

Maintain a register of hired plant and equipment

Attend mobilisations of new contracts, also demobilisations at end of contract

Develop relationships with suppliers

Research new products and new legislation in the sector

Support stock taking materials when needed

Liaise with the finance team to resolve price queries

Represent group procurement for planned and project work

Ensure compliance with safety, health and environmental requirements for products

What we are looking for in our ideal Senior Buyer:

Experience working as a Buyer/ Assistant Buyer & CIPS Qualifications. Have good knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Proficient in using IT systems, including Microsoft office software in particular Outlook, Word and Excel. Good analytical skills. Effective communication skills, good time and priority management, problem solving skills, confident in decision making, ability with deal with high volumes and good people skills.

We offer a range of benefits for a rewarding career including though not limited to:


Pension scheme
25 days Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays
Cycle to Work scheme
Liberty Sense Awards – employees are nominated by colleagues for living the Liberty values, those who win receive a high street voucher
YuLife, includes:
Life Insurance/Death in service benefit – 2x annual salary value
Smart Health (including round the clock access to 24/7 UK-based GPs)
Best Doctors to provide a second opinion on complex cases or diagnosis
Mental Health Support, 4-6 sessions with a psychologist or psychotherapist
Online Health Check
Nutrition consultations
Online fitness program
YuMatter+ Employee Assistance Programme designed to support mental, financial & professional wellbeing including up to 5 confidential sessions with a counsellor
Free will writing
Reward scheme for healthy behaviors to earn YuCoin which can be redeemed on the app for vouchers/rewards
Exclusive membership and wellbeing product discounts
Medicash Health Cash Plan (optional to register, P11D tax value approx £11.60 per year however allows claims for up to £996 per year) includes:
Claiming eligible cash back on dental or optical treatments, specialist consultations, tests or scans
Discounted gym membership
Savings on cinema tickets, travel, holidays & retail


In addition to the above, at Liberty we look to invest in the up-skilling and development of our employees, ensuring competency and compliance to industry standards, in turn we will look to offer additional training where appropriate to give you the skills you need to deliver the service required.

Liberty strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where we can ALL be ourselves. We commit to achieving equal opportunities in employment for all suitably qualified candidates, through upholding our values of Passion, Openness, Respect and Trust, underpinned by Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Engagement.

Please note, only candidates who have the right to work in the UK will be considered for this vacancy.

As part of our recruitment process all employees need to be vetted and undertake pre-employment checks. For this role you may need to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check, previously Criminal Records Bureau, prior to or upon commencing employment with Liberty.

If you have the desire to work in a busy and high performing team, why not join us as our Senior Buyer, click “apply” below – we want to hear from you!

Closing date: 22nd July 2024, (we do however reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier due to the volume of applications received).

Location: Heywood

Company & Role

Our client, based in Heywood, is a fast-growing supplier of refurbished and used IT equipment.
They are seeking an experienced IT Tester to work as part of the testing team within the Operations Department.
As the IT Tester, you will be responsible for breaking down equipment, data wipes, and testing units and parts for resale.

As the IT Tester, your duties will be:

Booking in IT equipment
Wiping data
Conducting minor repairs
Testing of equipment
Assist in warehousing and stock count duties as and when required.

As the IT Tester, you will have the following skills/experience:
Have a strong interest in IT technology/equipment.
Knowledge of computer hardware
Previous experience of PC parts testing would be desirable.
Basic knowledge of MS Office applications.

Other tasks include:

* Order Picking: Efficiently and accurately picking computers and laptops as per customer orders.
* General Warehouse Tasks: Engaging in day-to-day warehouse activities such as stock management, packaging, and maintaining a clean and organised workspace.
* Testing and Refurbishing Computers: Conducting quality checks, testing, and refurbishing electronic devices to meet our client's high standards.
* Loading and Unloading: Handling the loading and unloading of palletised goods with care and precision.
* Other Associated Warehouse Duties: Assisting with other tasks as needed to ensure the warehouse's overall efficiency.
Requirements: To excel in this role, you will need to meet the following requirements:
* Excellent English Language Skills: Proficiency in both verbal and written communication is essential.
* Efficiency in Fast-Paced Environments: The ability to work quickly and meet targets within a fast-paced warehouse setting.
* Prior Electronics Industry Experience: While not essential, prior experience in the electronics industry is a significant advantage.
* IT Literacy: Proficiency in warehouse management systems and basic computer skills.
* Warehouse Experience: Previous experience working in a warehouse is required.
* Strong Literacy and Numeracy Skills: The capacity to accurately handle written and numerical information.
* Team Player: The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
* Attention to Detail: A high level of accuracy is crucial to ensure the quality of refurbished equipment.

The working hours are Monday to Friday 08:30-17:30

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Your new company
My Public Sector body acts as an independent regulator within the healthcare sector.

OverviewThe Procurement Manager will play a crucial role in ensuring that the client obtains value for money from its contracts while adhering to the Procurement Act 2023. This position involves managing procurement projects, maintaining compliance, and fostering positive relationships with stakeholders.
Main Responsibilities

1. Procurement Project Delivery:
   • Lead and oversee various procurement projects, including tenders and framework call-offs, in alignment with the Procurement Act 2023.
2. Guidance and Implementation:
   • Contribute to the implementation and guidance related to changes brought about by the Procurement Act 2023.
3. Efficient and Compliant Processes:
   • Ensure that all procurement processes are efficient, legally compliant, and effective in delivering value for money.
4. Policy Maintenance:
   • Maintain and update the organisation's Procurement Policy.
5. Training and Development:
   • Develop, maintain, and deliver training sessions on procurement practices for staff.
6. Stakeholder Relationships:
   • Build strong relationships with colleagues involved in the procurement process to promote best practices.
7. Issue Escalation and Resolution:
   • Act as the point of contact for resolving procurement issues.
8. Transparency Requirements:
   • Ensure transparency throughout the procurement process.
9. Guidance to Team Members:
   • Provide advice and guidance to other members of the Procurement Team.
10. System Support:
    • Support the updating or replacement of the finance and procurement system.
11. Adherence to Management Systems and Policies:
    • Apply relevant management systems, procedures, and policies related to staff management, risk management, health and safety, information security, and business continuity.
12. Safeguarding and Sustainability:
    • Understand and apply safeguarding policy and contribute to sustainability initiatives.
13. Additional Duties:
    • Undertake any other reasonable duties assigned from time to time.

Person SpecificationEssential Criteria

• Knowledge:
  • Familiarity with the Procurement Act 2023.
• Qualifications:
  • Either qualified as a member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPS) or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and capability.
• Experience:
  • Proven experience of procuring a range of goods and services.
• Skills:
  • Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft packages (Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
  • Strong influencing and negotiation skills with the ability to establish credibility.
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills for building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Flexibility to prioritise work and adapt to changing priorities without missing deadlines.
  • Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, capable of explaining complex information to diverse audiences.
  • Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience:
  • Experience of procuring IT services.
  • Involvement in continuous improvement projects, including business process re-engineering and change management.
  • Participation in ERP system implementation.

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 about your career.

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2BM Recruitment Ltd are working in partnership with a supplier of products for the oil and gas industry, to recruit a Technical Buyer for their Stockport site on a permanent contract. The organisation, who are seeking a Technical Buyer to join their purchasing team have experience on a global scale, with innovation and investment into new technology.

• Salary circa £40k - £41k (Depending on experience & skills)
• Days only, Monday to Thursday 8am to 4.30pm & Fridays 8am to 3.30pm
• 25 Days Annual Leave + Statutory Holidays
• 4% Employer Contribution Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance Policy
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free Parking
• Enhanced Family Friendly Policies

The Technical Buyer will report to the Commercial Manager and will help develop an efficient and effective purchasing department, specifically in areas of policy and procedure, with experience in highly regulated environments such as Oil and Gas, Nuclear, Scientific etc.

Key Responsibilities
• Extract drawings, part reports, from engineering drawings and database information to compile technical RfQ (Request for Quote) for Tier 2 suppliers and OEM part manufacturers
• Working in the purchasing department with a good understanding of RAW material specifications. Knowledge of common Oil and Gas standard materials is advantageous. (For example Norsok M650, DNV-GL-RP0034, API 6A.)
• Continually appraise and develop the company’s supply chain to improve and reduce the EFACS supplier database were possible
• Liaise with Suppliers, Production Control and Quality Department for engineering drawing/specification changes.
• Monitor suppliers’ performance to ensure that the approved suppliers achieve the goals set during the management review and produce a monthly report highlighting performance

We’re extremely keen to talk to people who have experience of working as a Technical Buyer / Engineering OEM Buyer / Raw Materials Purchaser that are ideally from a mechanical engineering background and have the following:
• Ability to read engineering drawings is essential
• Ability to interpret technical specifications.
• Mechanical Engineering Background / Experience in purchasing raw material, engineered products and services
• Sub contract / OEM Manufacturing experience highly desired

To apply please email your CV or call us if you would like to discuss the opportunity further.

2BM Recruitment Ltd values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Due to the high number of applications, we’re not able to give individual feedback, if you have not been contacted within 7 days please understand your application may have been unsuccessful at this time, but we encourage you to apply for future vacancies with us.

Müller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by the Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller which employs over 24,000 people throughout Europe. In the UK, Müller develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products made with milk from more than 1,700 British farmers. The Müller brand is ranked at No.7 in The Grocer’s Top 100 list of Britain’s Biggest Brands, and is also the 7th most chosen brand in the UK.
We are recruiting.... Production Operatives

We are currently looking to recruit for Production Operatives to join our Chill Department at Manchester Dairy within our Müller Milk & Ingredients business. The successful candidates will strive to process the most effective and safe way to produce the best quality finished product whilst working to continuously improve in line with the Müller values.

Contract: Full Time / Perm

Salary: Starting from £29,716.52 plus overtime premiums

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off 7am – 7pm / 7pm – 7am

Location: Manchester

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:


- Work within the factory using complex equipment to ensure production to plan.
- Operate equipment and processes effectively, including asset care, maximising output adhering to plan, waste reduction and cost saving.
- Replenish materials as required.
- Performance accredited chemical testing.
- Completion of operational documentation.
- Keep yourself and your team members safe.
- Maintain a positive attitude and communicate any issues.


Muller Responsibilities:


- Maintain high standards of hygiene
- Comply with food safety requirements and adhere to site quality procedures
- Constantly maintain health and safety of yourself and others, actively encourage positive safety behaviours.
- Complete all mandatory training in a timely manner, including but not limited to health and safety and food hygiene.
- Participate in muller excellence and continuous improvement activity
- Complete chemical and environmental awareness training.


Please note this role requires you to work within a chilled environment however all PPE including Hi
- Vis coat is provided.
Demonstrable skills, experience and knowledge within the following:


- Previous manual packing work desirable, though not necessary
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Capability & Accountability
- A flexible approach; able to adapt to changing daily production plans
- A good listener/communicator
- Able to demonstrate initiative and prioritisation skills
- Effective team worker



Compensation & Benefits:

We value our people and are proud to offer a wide range of benefits:


- Salary sacrifice pension scheme with Muller matching up to 4%
- Life Assurance at 2 x your annual salary
- We know it’s important to take time to spend with family and friends so you will receive 23 days annual leave
- Enhanced overtime rates

The Job

• Ensuring all in house vehicles comply with all legal and contractual requirements
• Motivate and inspire a team of drivers, order pickers and loaders to ensuring our customers receive their deliveries on-time, in full and safely.
• Ensure effective and economic delivery routing
• Keyholding and Duty Management
• The contracted hours for this role are 37 or more

What's in it for you?

Here at Selco, we value our colleagues, and you will be entitled to a whole host of benefits when working with us. We offer a wide range of lifestyle perks, including;

• Free health cash plan, making it easy for you and your family to get the healthcare you need and claim back the costs.
• Profit Based bonus scheme, up to £175 per month.
• Discounts and offers at thousands of retailers, cinemas, restaurants, amusement parks and gyms.
• Generous staff discount on all products sold in store.
• Competitive company pension scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Holiday Buying.
• Free life assurance.
• Share save scheme.

At Selco, the opportunities for professional growth and development are limitless. We actively support and encourage internal advancements through a fully developed and supported career path, with plenty of training opportunities along the way to help you develop the career path you want.

About Us

Fancy developing your career with the UK's fastest growing builders' merchants? We're on the lookout for enthusiastic and ambitious individuals with a 'can do' attitude to help us serve the nation's tradespeople.

We won't pretend it's not hard work and at times a challenging environment however you'll be working with some great people and in return we offer a first-class rewards package.

We're growing year-on-year with no signs of slowing down. With new branches opening their doors nationwide, this is your chance to be a part of our exciting journey and build your career with Selco.

We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a work environment that is diverse, inclusive and welcoming to all. Our aim is for Selco colleagues to be a true representation of all sections of society. We are committed to the Health and Safety of our Colleagues being our top priority.

The Job

• Working as part of a team providing excellent customer service wherever there is interaction with one of our customers
• Carrying out daily cash and banking procedures
• Updating colleague payroll reconciliation and HR records
• Supporting the Branch team
• The contracted hours for this role are 37 or more

What's in it for you?

Here at Selco, we value our colleagues, and you will be entitled to a whole host of benefits when working with us. We offer a wide range of lifestyle perks, including;

• Free health cash plan, making it easy for you and your family to get the healthcare you need and claim back the costs.
• Profit Based bonus scheme, up to £175 per month.
• Discounts and offers at thousands of retailers, cinemas, restaurants, amusement parks and gyms.
• Generous staff discount on all products sold in store.
• Competitive company pension scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Holiday Buying.
• Free life assurance.
• Share save scheme.

At Selco, the opportunities for professional growth and development are limitless. We actively support and encourage internal advancements through a fully developed and supported career path, with plenty of training opportunities along the way to help you develop the career path you want.

About Us

Fancy developing your career with the UK's fastest growing builders' merchant? We're on the lookout for enthusiastic and ambitious individuals with a 'can do' attitude to help us serve the nation's tradespeople.

We won't pretend it's not hard work and at times a challenging environment however you'll be working with some great people and in return we offer a first-class rewards package.

We're growing year-on-year with no signs of slowing down. With new branches opening their doors nationwide, this is your chance to be a part of our exciting journey and build your career with Selco.

We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a work environment that is diverse, inclusive and welcoming to all. Our aim is for Selco colleagues to be a true representation of all sections of society. We are committed to the Health and Safety of our Colleagues being our top priority.

Your new companyOur client is a well known housing provider in South Manchester.
Your new roleYou will be responsible for processingof invoices and payments to all suppliers

• Processinvoices and ensure timely payments
• Manage supplier accounts and resolve any issues
• Reconcileaccounts payable transactions
• Prepareand process electronic transfers and payments
• Maintainaccurate records of all transactions

What you'll need to succeedYou will have:

• AATor equivalent qualification or equivalent experience
• Experience in Purchase Ledger Function
• Proficientin Microsoft Office Suite (Excel)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

What you'll get in returnThis company offers long term stability, 25days Annual Leave, rising to 30 with length of service, matched 10% pension contribution. Flexible working opportunities including hybrid working min 2 days in the office,

Health Care Plan gives you money back fordental, optical, therapy costs and more.
What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.If this job isn'tquite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact usfor a confidential discussion on your career.

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Your new company
We are working with a well-respected public sectororganisation that is committed to serving the community and making adifference. They value integrity, collaboration, and excellence.

Your new role
As the Accounts Payable Assistant, you will manage theaccounts payable process, ensure timely payments of invoices, reconcilesupplier statements, and maintain accurate financial records. You will alsoassist in month-end closing procedures and support the finance team with ad hoctasks.

What you'll need to succeed
You will have:

• Proven experience in an accounts payable role,preferably within the public sector.
• Proficiency with accounting software and MS OfficeSuite.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention todetail.
• The ability to work independently and as part of ateam.
• Strong communication skills

What you'll getin return
You will get:

• A competitive salary
• Generous pension contributions
• Hybrid working
• A supportive team environment

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, please click 'applynow' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. If this job isn't quite rightfor you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for aconfidential 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 hays.co.uk

Müller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by the Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller which employs over 24,000 people throughout Europe. In the UK, Müller develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products made with milk from more than 1,700 British farmers. The Müller brand is ranked at No.7 in The Grocer’s Top 100 list of Britain’s Biggest Brands, and is also the 7th most chosen brand in the UK.
We are recruiting for a Procurement Category Manager (CAPEX & Operations UK Indirect Procurement), to manage an area of spend of high complexity; creating robust spend category strategies and active business partnering with key stakeholders. This is a hybrid role with an office location of either Manchester, Droitwich or Market Drayton.

Key Responsibilities:
Managing spend area

- Create and implement category strategies for key spend areas aligned with the Business Units and Group Service functions
- Ensure procurement policy, processes and spend compliance rules are in place
- Support new product launches within the Business Units (involvement in strategic projects)

Stakeholder Management

- Create and present recommendations to the business units
- Present key insight/updates to the key stakeholders covering data analysis & market insight in order to ensure effective planning and decision making

Supplier Management

- Implement a supplier relationship strategy to achieve the agreed KPIs and to develop sustainable added value potential

Subject matter expertise

- Significant experience in Utilities procurement or other similarly heavily data-driven procurement categories. Experience in Food stuffs, FMCG or similar operational procurement. Clear understanding of requirements to support business but also what drives costs, able to challenge specifications and operational methods in working with stakeholders to drive value for the business from a procurement perspective.
- A capable project manager in their own right, able to drive action from a project team and deliver sourcing events to a defined and sometimes challenging timescale

Continuous Improvement

- Carry out continuous improvement and efficiency reviews within the function and business units with defined action plans detailing accountabilities and timelines


Key Skills and Experience:


- Minimum 5 years experience in Procurement
- Specialist knowledge & experience in the defined categories of energy, utilities, chemicals, waste management and packaging recycling is desirable
- Ability to turn strategies and decisions into action
- Strong communication skills at all levels within a business
- Excellent data interpretation & analysis skills
- Moderation/presentation skills
- Competent project management skills
- Can participate in and lead project teams as required
- Advanced Project Management skills would be desirable

The Process:
If you are interested in applying for the role or Procurement Category Manager and have the necessary skills and experience, then please apply via www:mullercareers.co.uk
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Car allowance (£6600) or company car, bonus, pension, private medical, holidays, flexible benefits programme

My very busy, well established clients have an exciting opportunity for a Purchase Ledge Clerk.

Must have lots of Purchase ledger experience

35 per week (9.00am until 5.00pm, Monday – Friday. 1 hour unpaid lunch)
Salary DOE
4% pension
20 days annual leave (rising by one day each year over 5 calendar years of service)
1 x Life Assurance

Main Purpose of the Role:
• To be responsible for the full purchase ledger process, from purchase orders through to invoices and reconciliation.

Main Responsibilities and Duties:
• Matching, checking, coding invoices and delivery notes.
• Working out VAT payments
• Making payments via BACS.
• Processing staff expenses
• Setting up of new supplier accounts and maintaining existing account details
• Reconciliation of supplier statements
• Processing invoices on a credits within a paperless office environment.
• Managing petty cash
• Being first point of contact for all relevant enquiries

Essential Criteria:
• Experience of working within a team.
• Experience working within a similar role.

Desirable Criteria:
• Working in foreign currency
• Experience of working with an ERP system.
• Basic Excel proficiency


Please note that United In Recruitment can’t always respond to all applicants due to the high volume of CV's received every day. Should you not receive a response within 2 working days please accept this as not been successful, and we wish you all the best in your job search. Your details will not be held, and we apologise that we are unable to contact everyone in person and thank you for your interest.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Procurement and SRM Partner to join the Guinness Team. This is a permanent, full-time vacancy based in our Oldham, Bower House office. We are currently working to a hybrid working style, working 2 days per week in the office and 3 from home. As such, it is a requirement for candidates to be able to work 2 days per week from the office mentioned above.

The overall purpose of the role is to develop and deliver Procurement, Contract and Supplier Relationship strategies to support business and operational delivery and achieve value for money throughout Guinness.

Our Procurement and SRM team has recently undergone a large and exciting transformation, introducing contract and supplier management standards and support into the purpose of the team. This has included 'Partner' roles where individuals have their own portfolios of work to manage. With the upcoming implementation of the new Procurement Act 2023, Guinness are seeing this as further opportunity to continue the transformation of our Procurement and SRM function.

What we're looking for

We know that how we do things is just as important as what we do, so you'll not only be highly self-motivated with the rigour to pursue goals, but you'll also be a confident collaborator, networker and relationship builder with a willingness to go the extra mile to get the job done.

You'll be able to demonstrate:

Essential:

• Experience of delivering large scale cost effective and compliant procurement solutions across a range of functions that deliver VFM, enable operational efficiencies and appropriately manage risk.
• Significant experience of generating additional value through contract and supplier relationship management strategies.
• Experience of developing and implementing procurement, contract management and supplier relationship policies.
• Experience of identifying contract management best practice and conducting contract assurance reviews.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Proven programme and PMO management experience, including oversight of multiple concurrent programmes, ideally in a commercial environment.
• Knowledge and experience of working within the Public Contract Regulations.
• Excellent financial and data analysis skills.
• Excellent oral and written communications and presentation skills.
• Demonstrates the Guinness Behaviours.
• Demonstrates the Guinness Leadership and Management Standard.

Desirable:

• Experience of working within a procurement function across a geographically dispersed environment.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Educated to degree level or equivalent.
• MCIPS qualified and/or equivalent.
• Project or programme management professional qualification and/or equivalent.

Desirable:

• WCC (IAACM) qualified and/or equivalent.

About Us

The Guinness Partnership is one of the leading providers of affordable housing and care services in England. We build and manage homes and provide housing services for around 140,000 customers nationwide. Our vision is to deliver great service, provide great homes, to be a great business and to be a great place to work. Because everything we do is about our customers, our communities and our people, any profit we make is re-invested in new and existing homes and improving services.

The Guinness Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

The Job

• Motivating and inspiring a team of colleagues
• Customer communication management is utilised to drive Branch sales
• All sales opportunities and large-scale projects explored to maximise sales and margin
• The contracted hours for this role are 37 or more

What's in it for you?

Here at Selco, we value our colleagues, and you will be entitled to a whole host of benefits when working with us. We offer a wide range of lifestyle perks, including;

• Free health cash plan, making it easy for you and your family to get the healthcare you need and claim back the costs.
• Profit Based bonus scheme, up to £175 per month.
• Discounts and offers at thousands of retailers, cinemas, restaurants, amusement parks and gyms.
• Generous staff discount on all products sold in store.
• Competitive company pension scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Holiday Buying.
• Free life assurance.
• Share save scheme.

At Selco, the opportunities for professional growth and development are limitless. We actively support and encourage internal advancements through a fully developed and supported career path, with plenty of training opportunities along the way to help you develop the career path you want.

About Us

Fancy developing your career with the UK's fastest growing builders' merchants? We're on the lookout for enthusiastic and ambitious individuals with a 'can do' attitude to help us serve the nation's tradespeople.

We won't pretend it's not hard work and at times a challenging environment however you'll be working with some great people and in return we offer a first-class rewards package.

We're growing year-on-year with no signs of slowing down. With new branches opening their doors nationwide, this is your chance to be a part of our exciting journey and build your career with Selco.

We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a work environment that is diverse, inclusive and welcoming to all. Our aim is for Selco colleagues to be a true representation of all sections of society. We are committed to the Health and Safety of our Colleagues being our top priority.