Total 5 Senior Executive level Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory job vacancies in Runcorn, Borough of Halton, WA7 3DJ

Job Purpose:

The role will be responsible to driving operational efficiency, ensuring exceptional customer service, and maximizing profitability. The responsibilities will encompass various aspects of store management, including sales performance, cost control, inventory management, and team leadership.

Principal Accountabilities

Sales and Financial Management:

• Monitor daily sales performance and strive to achieve sales targets.
• Analyze sales data, identify trends, and implement strategies to optimize revenue.
• Control costs of goods sold (COGS) by managing inventory levels, pricing strategies, and waste reduction initiatives.

KPI Monitoring:

• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as sales per labor hour, average transaction value, and customer satisfaction scores.
• Use KPI data to identify areas for improvement and implement action plans to enhance store performance.

Inventory and Stock Control:

• Manage stock levels and conduct regular stock checks to prevent shortages or excess inventory.
• Optimize stock rotation and minimize waste through efficient inventory management practices.

Waste Management:

• Monitor food waste levels and implement strategies to reduce waste, such as portion control measures and inventory rotation.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to minimize food spoilage and ensure freshness.

Manpower Management:

• Supervise and allocate tasks to team members to ensure smooth operations and optimal customer service.
• Schedule shifts and manage staffing levels based on business demand and labor budgets.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate staff performance to maintain a high-performing team.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address operational challenges, resolve customer complaints, and make data-driven decisions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with customers, communicate expectations to staff, and collaborate with management.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and procedures.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to motivate and inspire team members.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs, handle pressure in a fast-paced environment, and make quick decisions when necessary.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.

Perks & Benefits

• Personal leave
• Open culture
• Personal development opportunities

Job Purpose:

The role will be responsible to driving operational efficiency, ensuring exceptional customer service, and maximizing profitability. The responsibilities will encompass various aspects of store management, including sales performance, cost control, inventory management, and team leadership.

Principal Accountabilities

Sales and Financial Management:

• Monitor daily sales performance and strive to achieve sales targets.
• Analyze sales data, identify trends, and implement strategies to optimize revenue.
• Control costs of goods sold (COGS) by managing inventory levels, pricing strategies, and waste reduction initiatives.

KPI Monitoring:

• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as sales per labor hour, average transaction value, and customer satisfaction scores.
• Use KPI data to identify areas for improvement and implement action plans to enhance store performance.

Inventory and Stock Control:

• Manage stock levels and conduct regular stock checks to prevent shortages or excess inventory.
• Optimize stock rotation and minimize waste through efficient inventory management practices.

Waste Management:

• Monitor food waste levels and implement strategies to reduce waste, such as portion control measures and inventory rotation.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to minimize food spoilage and ensure freshness.

Manpower Management:

• Supervise and allocate tasks to team members to ensure smooth operations and optimal customer service.
• Schedule shifts and manage staffing levels based on business demand and labor budgets.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate staff performance to maintain a high-performing team.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address operational challenges, resolve customer complaints, and make data-driven decisions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with customers, communicate expectations to staff, and collaborate with management.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and procedures.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to motivate and inspire team members.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs, handle pressure in a fast-paced environment, and make quick decisions when necessary.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.

Perks & Benefits

• Personal leave
• Open culture
• Personal development opportunities

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

The Assistant DNI for Acquisition Procurement & Facilities (ADNI/AP&F) ensures U.S. intelligence superiority by enabling the identification, development and timely fielding of breakthrough capabilities, innovatively applying advanced technologies and promoting acquisition excellence. ADNI/AP&F is the Intelligence Community (IC) catalyst for technical innovation, responsive stewardship, and acquisition & procurement excellence addressing the key intelligence challenges by establishing and maintaining an agile and transparent best-practice environment that promotes innovation, responsible financial stewardship, and IC acquisition and procurement success. The Intelligence Community Senior Procurement Executive (IC SPE) reports to the ADNI/ AP&F and is responsible for oversight of IC procurement programs, policies and processes and strategic sourcing initiatives; fostering a well-qualified mission focused IC procurement workforce; and promoting IC level industry outreach.

Major duties and responsibilities include the following:

Serve as principal advisor to DDNI/P&C, ADNI/ AP&F, the IC CFO, the IC CIO, and other senior officials within the ODNI on contracting and procurement matters;

Support a flexible acquisition environment that facilities rapid exploitation of emerging technologies and innovation within industry;

Oversee IC-wide strategic sourcing of commodities, services, and technology to include the IC Enterprise Agreement (IC EA) program and relevant Services of Common Concern (SoCC). Oversee policy and processes to enable effective ODNI governance and oversight of IC SoCCs;

Oversee procurement policy activities across the IC and set strategies to develop the vision, goals, objectives and direction of policy activities for IC-wide procurement policies and activities that align with the National Intelligence Strategy and DNI strategic goals and objectives;

Chair the IC Procurement Executive Council and oversee the IC Enterprise Software Efficiencies Steering Group to promote sharing and understanding of best practices in acquisition, contracting and procurement and policies within the IC;

Represent the IC on contracting and procurement matters to external entities, coordinating with ODNI Office of General Counsel and with affected IC elements, as appropriate;

Coordinate with IC elements and ODNI components to facilitate the effective IC contracting and procurement activities and execution of National Intelligence Program (NIP) funds;

Create and sustain partnerships with other IC elements to include Senior Procurement Executives and other ODNl leaders to ensure a continuing dialogue and active insight into ongoing and planned procurement efforts, policy developments, and technology activities. Develop and maintain a network of senior-level contacts within DoD and the IC to foster intelligence integration and interagency cooperation;

Oversee efforts in collaboration with National Counterintelligence and Security Center (NCSC) and IC CIO senior officials to support the ADNI AP&F as the DNl's senior representative to the Federal Acquisition Security Council (FASC);

Foster a culture of excellence and demonstrate independent initiative to proactively identify and communicate challenges facing ODNI/SPE, the Policy and Capabilities (P&C) Directorate, the ODNI, or the IC. Develop innovative and creative ways to address these challenges in a collaborative manner within P&C, across ODNI, with the broader IC, and in partnership with other external stakeholders, as appropriate that advance efforts to lead the Intelligence Community to future mission success;

Lead a professional staff in successfully defining and managing complex programs and projects that may include ill-defined requirements, ambiguity, parallel tasks, multiple dependencies, high risks, and multiple interfaces; ensure timelines, costs, deliverables, and outcomes are achieved according to approved plans;

Lead, manage, and direct a professional level staff, evaluate performance, collaborate on goal setting, and provide feedback and guidance regarding personal and professional development opportunities;

Maintain effective working relationships with other ODNI and IC components and other government agencies to elicit customer/stakeholder requirements and address issues that span multiple mission or program areas;

Lead the development and implementation of building a workforce and culture to deliver services that exceed customer expectations;

Promote inclusiveness, diversity, communication, collaboration, teamwork, and partnership between and among all ODNI employees, including peers and subordinate supervisors. Foster an inclusive organizational culture by promoting collaboration, flexibility, fairness, and transparency.

This position is located at ICC-B in Bethesda, MD. However, there is the potential for use of other ODNI locations on a limited basis.

Starting at $147,649 Per Year (SL 00)

Ever wanted to work for a surf and snow lifestyle brand!?

Well... here's a rare opportunity to join our new Cowbridge, South Wales Store Team!

We’re on the hunt for an enthusiastic and motivated Senior Store Associate to support the Cowbridge Store Manager.

Who are Tiki?

Established since 1967, Tiki has been at the forefront of British surfing for over 50 years and remains the UK’s leading home-grown surf company. We’re a specialist surf and snow company that’s true to our core belief – designing and developing cold water surf gear and providing extensive snow brands to gear you up ready for the mountains.

We’re proud to be among the top surf stores in the UK with a growing online retail business to boot. We’re expanding opening a new Surf and Snow store in Cowbridge, South Wales.

Love skiing, snowboarding, or/and surfing and surf culture? This could be the role for you.

Our work environment includes:

On-the-job training
Relaxed atmosphere
Company perks
About you:

We're seeking a keen and motivated individual, who has an interest in the surfing lifestyle and community, to join our retail team at the new Tiki Surf store in Cowbridge.

Previous experience working in a retail environment would be an advantage but not essential, (as full product training and shop system training will be given).

The successful candidate should be both confident in engaging with customers and have a genuine interest in promoting our products through sales.

The candidate will also be required to support the Store Manager in the day-today store operations, including merchandising and stock inventory, locking up and key responsibilities and maintaining the shop opening in the Managers absence.

This position is a wonderful opportunity for an ambitious individual who wants to combine their passion for the surf & snow with a career in retail.

To apply please send your CV and cover letter to;

laura@tikisurf.co.uk

Key Tasks:

Opening and running the store in the absence of the Store Manager
Support the Store Manager in the day-to-day operations of the store including, opening and securely closing the store, cashing up and other key responsibilities including alarm call out response.
Driving customer service through team engagement and use of product expertise to build a strong and loyal customer base
Visual merchandising, product and brand launches in line with company direction
Assist the Store Manager in organising, planning, and implementing our vision and purpose
Support the Store Manager in managing stock inventory, completing deliveries and general maintenance of stock and replenishment
Ensuring the store is always tidy and uncluttered
Keeping your knowledge up to date on all products sold in store and learn about technical equipment that we stock that you aren't familiar with
Attending to customers giving technical advice on products providing a personalised customer experience
Be aware of daily sales target and work towards achieving the budget set and collecting customer data
Oversight of junior members of the team helping to create positive and engaging workspace where tasks are completed, and it is welcoming for customers.
We look forward to hearing from you!

To apply please send your CV and cover letter to;

laura@tikisurf.co.uk

OTC Senior Buyer

Minimum 12 month Fixed Term Contract

Runcorn, Cheshire

Competitive Salary

About The Opportunity:

This is a really exciting opportunity. We are now looking to recruit an OTC Senior Buyer, reporting to OTC Trading Manager. You will be responsible for taking the lead for particular categories and how that links to our retail strategy for the future.

This will provide you with the opportunity to make a real difference – you’ve got the chance to really develop our retail offering.

Who We Want: We are looking for someone who can:

• Assist the OTC Trading Manager with the creation & delivery of all OTC Category Strategic Plans.
• Deliver Sales, Margin & Income growth for OTC to meet financial objectives, to include, promotional planning, pricing, range, merchandising and supplier strategies.
• Develop solid supplier relations with manufacturers to generate incremental funding income across OTC whilst ensuring all business planning criteria are undertaken in full.
• Deliver a strong and balanced promotional programme across both retail and wholesale channels, which meets and supports the overall OTC promotional strategy; ensuring sales and profit are maximised, administration is undertaken effectively and accurately, full promotional analysis is undertaken and informs future decisions & quarterly promotional plans by category are created and worked towards.

Although the role is office based and will require some attendance at an office, we will support you in working flexibly and support a hybrid model of working.

Experience

• Experience of working within a Category Management / Senior Buying role within a fast moving Wholesaler/Retailer
• Experience in negotiation of supplier promotional income for value adding activities
• Excellent supplier management skills with exposure to complex relationships
• Extensive knowledge of Retail and/or Wholesale buying and FMCG

Desirable

• Understanding of regulatory aspects of Pharmacy
• Wholesale experience

Knowledge and skills

• Strong commercial acumen
• Extensive knowledge of Retail / Wholesale buying and FMCG
• Highly developed negotiation skills
• Category management skills
• Strong Financial Awareness; ability to analyse and interpret complex data
• Excellent Communication skills

Phoenix Medical Supplies are an equal opportunities employer. We value, support and celebrate working with colleagues from all backgrounds. As part of our commitment to ensuring equal opportunities for all, we strive to support the residents in each and all of our local communities, gaining employment.

The Package

You will benefit from an excellent induction, training and support within a friendly and approachable team.

We pride ourselves on ensuring the wellbeing of our employees and providing a good working environment and benefits package, which includes:

• 22 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with length of service.
• Access to high street discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to excellent training and development opportunities
• Medicash

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