Total 41 Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory job vacancies in Coventry

Role Overview

Warehouse Operatives Inbound - Nights (Coventry)

NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED !! TRAINING PROVIDED

• £13.73 ph (£11.44 per hour plus 20% shift allowance)
• 23:00 - 07:30am shift
• 40 Hours per Week
• Working 5 days on a Rota between Monday - Sunday

Benefits:

• Free On Site Parking
• Opportunities to progress
• Overtime always available!
• Uniform provided
• 28 Days Holiday Entitlement
• Excellent Pension Programme
• Staff also receive 25% Discount Benefit of Items on Very.

What you'll be doing

As a Warehouse Operative with a leading distribution company, there's no such thing as a dull day. You'll be a vital part of every parcel's journey, working in all parts of the warehouse, scanning, sorting and loading all sorts of parcels.

It can be fast-paced work but if you're willing to roll up your sleeves and get going, you'll fit right in here. Our dedicated team take pride in a job well done that keeps customers smiling.

What you need to show us

You'll need to be able to communicate with people from all walks of life and also have the keen eye for detail that's needed to thrive in a well-organised, structured environment. As there's a physical element to this warehouse distribution role too, you'll need to be comfortable loading trailers and lifting and carrying.

Why work for us

You don't need to be behind the wheel to go the extra mile for your customers. That's why our Warehouse Operatives take such pride in their work. They know what they do makes a difference to millions of people every week. It keeps things interesting, too.

It's hard to put a finger on what makes it so special here in our national sort centres. But lots of our Warehouse Operatives would say it's the family feel. We pull together. We get on. And whilst managers are there to support you, they're not looking over your shoulder, they trust you to do your job well and meet the high standards we all expect from each other.

Yodel recognises that its people are fundamental to its success. We are committed to equal opportunities, we value differences between people, and we aim to build teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills.

If you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements for the recruitment process or the role, please contact the recruitment team who will be happy to discuss

Learn more, Apply now!

Role overview

Join Our Leadership Team: Store Manager Position Open in Walsgrave, Coventry!

Are you an experienced Retail Store Manager, Branch Manager, Deputy Manager, Assistant Store Manager, or Customer Trading Manager
ready to elevate your retail management career? Heron Foods is seeking a dynamic leader to drive our Walsgrave store's performance
to new heights. In this key role, you will leverage your strong leadership skills to inspire and motivate your team towards
exceptional retail standards and impressive sales growth. At Heron Foods, our Store Managers are hands-on leaders. You'll be on
the shop floor, directly engaging with your team, providing coaching, and fostering an environment where everyone can excel.

As a Store Manager at Heron Foods, you will demonstrate unmatched leadership by guiding your team to excel in a fast-paced,
community-focused retail environment. Supported by your Area Manager, you'll develop robust succession plans and nurture top
talent, ensuring the ongoing success and expansion of Team Heron as a leading discount retailer. If you thrive in a high-energy
setting and are committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in retail, we invite you to apply today and join us in our
mission to serve the community while growing your career.

Heron Foods is one of the UK’s fastest-growing food retailers with over 320 stores across England and Wales. As part of the B&M
retail group, we are really going places, with new store openings planned month-by-month. Last year we won a ‘Happiest Workplace’
award in the WorkL awards which is based on employee feedback and reviews, and as we have grown, we have retained the ethos and
spirit of a family-owned business.

We are passionate about nurturing our team's potential, offering unrivalled opportunities for growth and development. Our Store
Managers play a crucial role in this journey, leading by example and inspiring their teams to achieve more every day.

What we offer our Store Managers:

* A salary of up to circa £33,000 plus bonus opportunity
* Workplace Pension
* 30 days annual leave with accrual of additional leave for long service plus option to purchase additional days.
* 10% discount across both Heron Foods and B&M stores; double discount weekends throughout the year.
* Money off a range of products and services via BenefitHub.
* Free, confidential wellbeing support via our employee assistance programme
* 24/7 online access to a GP for you and your family (partner and children up to aged 21).
* Access to BenefitHub for you and your family for exclusive deals and discounts on everyday purchases, eating out, family days
out, financial services etc.
* Ongoing learning and career development including on-the-job training, eLearning or apprenticeships.
* Reward and recognition schemes and celebration of long service & work anniversaries.



Store Manager Essential skills and/or experience:

* Experience within a similar retail role at Store Management level.
* A record in the achievement of the development of teams and accomplishment of results.
* A genuine passion for retail, customer and product.



If you have experience as a Store Manager, Retail Manager, Branch Manager, General Manager, Grocery Manager or wanting the next
step up from being a Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager, Deputy Store Manager, Duty manager, Senior Supervisor, Supermarket
Manager, Grocery Team Leader, Department Manager, Shop Manager, Branch Manager, Night Manager, Retail Store Manager then this
could be the next best opportunity for you.



If you have the ambition and drive to succeed within a rapidly expanding business, we want to hear from you. Please click apply
now and we will review your application.

To assist in the development & management of the Trust's Procurement Strategy ensuring the Trust's contract portfolio is maintained. Provide an effective and professional service for procurement projects, delivering ongoing cost efficiencies & benefits to the Trust. Achieve value formoney in all procurement activities, ensuring compliance with all statutory legislation, Trust Standing Orders & Standing Financial Instructions and Departmental policies & procedure. For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

The Job

• Working as part of a team providing excellent customer service wherever there is interaction with one of our customers
• Customer communication management is utilised to drive Branch sales
• Ensure a working and effective quote bank is maintained
• 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.

The successful candidates will be joining the team at an exciting time. Procurement Services are at the heart of the on-going economic and social development of the city and are involved with supporting plans for Very Light Rail (VLR) and the City Centre South development. Procurement Services are also integral to the improvement of services for Adults and Children’s Social Care, Public Health and Homelessness strategies.

Procurement Services have a demonstrable track record of developing its staff and providing career pathways into procurement.

A wealth of information about the service can be found on our website: https://www.coventry.gov.uk/business-council

We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.

Our Values

In line with our One Coventry Values we strive to have a workforce that reflects our local communities and welcome applicants from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic backgrounds, applicants who have a disability and applicants who are from the LGBTQ+ community to apply for our senior leadership roles.

Our Values are:

• Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.
• Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.
• Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.
• Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.
• Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.
• Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.

What is the job role?

Working to the Procurement Systems and Contracts Manager, you will have responsibility for supporting the delivery of the Council’s Corporate Procurement Strategy by providing advice, information and support on procurement and commissioning matters to procurement colleagues, procurement practitioners and service managers.

The role of the Procurement and Commissioning Assistants includes;

• The management of procurement systems, including:
  • Business World (formerly known as Agresso)
  • Purchase Cards (Lloyds)
• being the source of expertise on procurement systems and processes
• developing, implementing and improving electronic procurement systems
• the monitoring, control and compliance of procurement processes
• developing and monitoring the application of legislation and procurement policies and procedures reporting on exceptions and risk
• training and dissemination of best practice throughout the authority to maximise corporate procurement effectiveness
• supporting the Council's governance framework through the preparation and analysis of reports for the strategic procurement board and procurement panels​
• publication of transparency information for the Council's website

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for motivated applicants who enjoy working as part of a flexible and dedicated team, with excellent analytical skills. The ideal candidate will possess effective verbal and written communication skills.

If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our accessibility page to see how we can assist you.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

For full details on the application process please read the attached document labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.

Interview date(s): 29 & 30 August 2024

About Coventry

Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse.

At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies

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ACR Recruitment and Training Ltd are looking for an experienced Engineering Buyer to join our engineering Client based in Coventry permanently, working a dayshift. To apply for this position you will have at least 3 years of previous purchasing and buying experience within an Engineering or manufacturing environment. Experience in offshore and overseas market exports and imports advantageous.

The main purpose of this role:

• Managing improving deliveries into the company to maintain targeted production levels through interaction with suppliers and departmental heads
• Work on purchasing projects/reduce cost of material etc.
• Manage stores inclusive of dispatch and customer liaison.
• Keep stock orders accurate, ensuring on-time delivery of orders
• Work with suppliers to identify cost savings for the company
• Manage Kanban. Consignment of stock systems, levels and deletion of new parts
• Consumable ordering for production ensures an option of tact time improvement
• Undertake visits where required to assist supplier development
• Ensure efficient running of stores and efficient stock control systems
• Relevant business/commercial or manufacturing/engineering degree is preferred, HNC, City and Guilds
• BTEC Higher
• Professional Diploma
• NVQ Level 4 Qualifications
• Strong negotiation, communication and influencing skills
• Analytic, numerical astute with strong problem-solving abilities. Results-orientated with the ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines.
• Commercially and financially aware, keen attention to detail
• Ability to travel and ability to work additional hours and weekends where necessary

Benefits

• Free Parking
• On-site parking
• Referral programming
• Sick pay

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £32,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: On the road

Reference ID: COVEBPWK30

ACR Recruitment Ltd areseeking an Assistant Buyer for our Engineering client based in Coventry. This is a permanent position. Previous purchasing experience in an engineering/manufacturing environment is Preferred but optional. Candidates must have a Certificate (GCSE) in Maths & English (or equivalent) and be computer literate.

Job Purpose / Objectives:

· Assist with the purchasing of direct & indirect commodities to support internal and external stakeholder requirements.

· To purchase a range of products, materials and components for the production process, to ensure continuous availability to meet the Production timing plan.

To ensure the effective and efficient administration of the procurement process.

Certificate (GCSE) in Maths & English (or equivalent)

Computer literate

Job Responsibilities and Major Activities / Tasks:

· Support the Purchasing team by taking ownership and accountability for a small product category

· Purchasing of direct and Indirect commodities, ranging from workwear, stationery and consumables to components and sob-contract processes to support production.

· Ownership of Purchase Requisitions and conversion into Purchase Orders.

· Use of the MRP/ERP system to support the ordering process.

· Achieve cost-down targets within the supplier base in line with objectives

· Obtain supplier quotations and in-depth cost analysis to support resource or sales activities

· Ensure effective interfacing with all areas, particularly Production Planning and Sales

· Develop and maintain professional working relationships with suppliers in line with their strategic importance to the company

· Arrange and secure support from within the company to meet the customers’ requirements

· Provide Purchasing support for special projects as required

· Monitor the financial relationship with key suppliers, payment status, consequential loss and resolution of invoice queries

· Ensure all work is carried out according to the Company’s quality and environmental standards

Any other Ad-hoc duties as required

Hours of work:

7.30 am- 4.30 pm Mon Thurs 30 min lunch Friday 7.30- 12.30hrs

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £25,000.00-£27,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: On the road

Reference ID: COVABWK30

Are you looking for an opportunity to progress in store management?

We’re looking for an Assistant Store Manager to join our fashion store team in Coventry so we could be the perfect match!

What does this role involve:

As an Assistant Store Manager, you support the Store Manager with the day to day running of the store and take full responsibility in their absence.

Inspiring and supporting staff and volunteers to deliver an excellent customer journey that reflect our values, our Assistant Store Managers contribute towards the success of their stores by:

Ensuring highest standard of customer service
Achieving targets
Maintaining a high standard of visual merchandising
Maximising sales through physical and digital channels
Supporting with the recruitment and development of volunteers
Achieving expectations within campaign activities
Working with the manager to generate stock
Our stores are fast-paced and trade 7 days a week which means we require flexibility from our store teams to work weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis. 

Due to the volume of donations, it can be physically demanding at times, yet most rewarding as you play a part in helping to fund life-saving research.

What are we looking for:

Experience in a customer facing role
Supervisory experience
Commercially driven to encourage new ideas
Inclusive approach to developing teams
Passion for delivering exceptional customer service and achieving the highest retail standards
Results driven but with a recognition of right result, right way.

Why join the BHF?

We have a strong culture of internal progression and will actively support you to develop your career.

Our generous staff benefits include:

38 days annual leave (plus the option to buy and sell leave)
Wagestream - claim early access to your wages as you earn them
Holistic support leave of up to 10 additional days off each year
Enhanced family policies (maternity, paternity and adoption leave
25% staff discount
Health cash plan (Dental, Optical, Therapies, etc)
Access to a 24/7 Virtual GP and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Pension with employer contribution of up to 10%
Cycle to work scheme
Discounts on gym memberships
Discounts with a wide range of retailers

Capturing accurate data on the receipt of new devices into stock, and their subsequent use in clinical care. Communicating and recording other events, such as the loss of stock via wastage and where stock is at the risk of reaching its expiry date. Assisting the clinical teams with enquiries around device stock and usage, and providing them with device-related support. Preparing reports and analysis based on device related data. The role holder may also be requested to perform other duties as required in accordance with the grade and nature of the post. For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Cadent Gas Ltd

At Cadent we’re excited to be part of the future of UK energy!  We’ve got a clear roadmap that will drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050.

We’re making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together we’re shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers whom we put at the heart of everything we do.



About the role:
Unleash your buying power!

We have an exciting, new opportunity for a Buyer to join our Procurement and Supply Chain team.

Are you ready to take the step into a Cadent Buyer role?

Our new colleague will need to have existing skills in sourcing and/or in the commercial world.

In return we’ll equip you with the knowledge and resources to create great contracts and deals. Did you know we were recently shortlisted in Team of the year at the World Procurement Awards! Come and join us
- Apply now to learn more
What you'll get to work on:






- Engaging with our knowledgeable stakeholders and suppliers
- Executing sourcing strategies for contracts
- Assessing suppliers and market trends for future contract opportunities and risk
- Driving value by effectively delivering tender events
- Scoping and developing contractual agreements to meet Cadent’s needs
- Leading supplier relationship management





Who we are looking for:




Qualifications

- Relevant commercial / procurement experience

Practical Experience

- Experience of sourcing and other procurement activities (contract management experience, understanding of cost management and commercial principles, leading supplier meetings including negotiations etc.)
- Confident with data and insights
- Experience in supporting process improvements to improve the customer experience
- A well established communicator at all levels
- Building effective relationships





What’s In It For You
Here at Cadent, we are committed to supporting our employees to get the best out of themselves. For this role in particular we can offer:

- Funding and support towards completing qualifications
- Ample opportunity for progression within the business
- Mentoring and guidance opportunities


Why Join Us
We offer a host of benefits to suit your lifestyle and support your well-being. These include:

- Annual bonus
- Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary (i.e., employee contributions of up to 6%, double matched by a Cadent contribution of up to 12%)
- 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
- Fantastic career development prospects with funded learning options, including support with exams, and internal and external learning and development
- Strong focus on supporting you as an individual including:
- Flexible working
- Strong commitments to ED&I
- Generous family provision policies
- Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, insurance, and healthcare packages, plus much more
- My Offers membership card – offering discounts and savings from hundreds of retailers
- 2 paid volunteering days per year
- Free gym access at the Ansty office, as well as a ‘Gympass’ scheme providing free or heavily subsidised local gym memberships


We want our employees to achieve a healthy work-life balance and are happy to discuss flexible working options with you if the role can accommodate it. Let us know about your flexibility requirements, whether that be reduced hours, remote working, flexible start/finish times, or compressed hours, and we will be more than happy to explore what’s possible for the role.

Diversity and Inclusion
Don’t meet every single requirement listed?

Understanding, learning, and celebrating what makes us different, as well as what we have in common, is good for us as individuals and enables us to work better together as one team. Cadent is committed to being an equitable and diverse employer that fosters an inclusive culture for all our employees, therefore, all our employment decisions are assessed based on qualifications, merit, and business need. So, if you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application – You may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.

As a recognised Disability Confident Employer, we are proud to champion inclusion in the workplace and ensure to provide an environment that is accessible to all and supports individuals throughout their journey with Cadent. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process.

We place great importance on equity, diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Our employee communities Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability) and the Cadent Military Community can’t wait to welcome you!

Circle Back Initiative
As an active and proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we aim to ensure that all candidates receive a response to their application, regardless of the outcome.
We will be receiving applications until the specified date above, though Cadent retains the right to close this vacancy early without prior notification, so it is advisable to complete your application at your earliest convenience.

Be part of something big. Help shape the future of gas for generations to come.

What’s next?
To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up-to-date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon.To learn more about Cadent and what we do, visit our website at Home | Cadent (cadentgas.com)

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Cadent Gas Ltd

At Cadent we’re excited to be part of the future of UK energy!  We’ve got a clear roadmap that will drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050.

We’re making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together we’re shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers whom we put at the heart of everything we do.



About the role:
Unleash your buying power!

We have an exciting, new opportunity for a Buyer to join our Procurement and Supply Chain team on a 9month fixed term contract basis.

Are you ready to take the step into a Cadent Buyer role?

Our new colleague will need to have existing skills in sourcing and/or in the commercial world.

In return we’ll equip you with the knowledge and resources to create great contracts and deals. Did you know we were recently shortlisted in Team of the year at the World Procurement Awards! Come and join us
- Apply now to learn more
What you'll get to work on:





- Engaging with our knowledgeable stakeholders and suppliers
- Executing sourcing strategies for contracts
- Assessing suppliers and market trends for future contract opportunities and risk
- Driving value by effectively delivering tender events
- Scoping and developing contractual agreements to meet Cadent’s needs
- Leading supplier relationship management




Who are we looking for:




Qualifications

- Relevant commercial / procurement experience

Practical Experience

- Experience of sourcing and other procurement activities (contract management experience, understanding of cost management and commercial principles, leading supplier meetings including negotiations etc.)
- Confident with data and insights
- Experience in supporting process improvements to improve the customer experience
- A well established communicator at all levels
- Building effective relationships





What’s In It For You
Here at Cadent, we are committed to supporting our employees to get the best out of themselves. For this role in particular we can offer:

- Funding and support towards completing qualifications
- Ample opportunity for progression within the business
- Mentoring and guidance opportunities


Why Join Us
We offer a host of benefits to suit your lifestyle and support your well-being. These include:

- Annual bonus
- Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary (i.e., employee contributions of up to 6%, double matched by a Cadent contribution of up to 12%)
- 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
- Fantastic career development prospects with funded learning options, including support with exams, and internal and external learning and development
- Strong focus on supporting you as an individual including:
- Flexible working
- Strong commitments to ED&I
- Generous family provision policies
- Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, insurance, and healthcare packages, plus much more
- My Offers membership card – offering discounts and savings from hundreds of retailers
- 2 paid volunteering days per year
- Free gym access at the Ansty office, as well as a ‘Gympass’ scheme providing free or heavily subsidised local gym memberships


We want our employees to achieve a healthy work-life balance and are happy to discuss flexible working options with you if the role can accommodate it. Let us know about your flexibility requirements, whether that be reduced hours, remote working, flexible start/finish times, or compressed hours, and we will be more than happy to explore what’s possible for the role.

Diversity and Inclusion
Don’t meet every single requirement listed?

Understanding, learning, and celebrating what makes us different, as well as what we have in common, is good for us as individuals and enables us to work better together as one team. Cadent is committed to being an equitable and diverse employer that fosters an inclusive culture for all our employees, therefore, all our employment decisions are assessed based on qualifications, merit, and business need. So, if you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application – You may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.

As a recognised Disability Confident Employer, we are proud to champion inclusion in the workplace and ensure to provide an environment that is accessible to all and supports individuals throughout their journey with Cadent. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process.

We place great importance on equity, diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Our employee communities Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability) and the Cadent Military Community can’t wait to welcome you!

Circle Back Initiative
As an active and proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we aim to ensure that all candidates receive a response to their application, regardless of the outcome.
We will be receiving applications until the specified date above, though Cadent retains the right to close this vacancy early without prior notification, so it is advisable to complete your application at your earliest convenience.

Be part of something big. Help shape the future of gas for generations to come.

What’s next?
To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up-to-date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon.To learn more about Cadent and what we do, visit our website at Home | Cadent (cadentgas.com)

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Immediately start available!

We are currently hiring for our Prestigeous client for Warehouse Operatives roles in Coventry, CV6 4BX Ambient picking only, no chill.

What do we offer?

• Weekly Pay and flexible pay access through Wagestream
• Access to Company Shop Membership
• Fully paid one day course and test to gain Low Level Order Picker (LLOP) license
• Subsidised food in our local canteen
• Great work environment with monthly competitions
• Secure car park and bike storage on-site
• The contract is an on-going temporary position which may lead to a permanent job for the right candidates.

Pay Rates & Shifts as a Warehouse Operative:

You will be working 5 days out of 7, this is not Monday to Friday

• DAY SHIFT RATE: (6am-2pm) from £12.45 to £20.55 per hour

Weekdays: £12.45p/h, Weekends: £14.32p/h

• BACK SHIFT RATE: (2pm-10pm) from £14.32 to £20.55 per hour

Weekdays: £14.32 Weekends £16.19p/h

• NIGHT SHIFT: (10pm-6am) from £15.57 to £20.55 per hour

Weekdays: £15.57 Weekends £17.44p/h

Your role as a Warehouse Operative:

• Pick items using a voice activated pick system Operate LLOP (full training provided)
• Maintain and support wider team to ensure high standards of housekeeping and Health & Safety Achieve pick rate targets set for the team - 88%
• Contribute to performance and productivity targets set for staff
• Remain focused under pressure in a time-sensitive environment

We're a Flexible Pay Employer that offers Wagestream. The money management app lets you choose when to get paid, put money aside each month, get discounts on your shopping, check your benefits entitlement, and much more.

Challenge-trg Recruitment has partnered up with the Company Shop, which will enable our staff and colleagues the opportunity to access their membership scheme free of charge. You can gain access to discounted food at up to 70% off the recommended retail price.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) in all our employment practices to all employees, temporary workers, and applicants for employment without regard to age, gender reassignment, married or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

If you want to become a Warehouse Operative, click Apply Now!

Challenge-trg Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy

A Vacancy at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust.


Responsible for managing and coordinating the invoicing and administrative staff functions to provide a comprehensive, effective and efficient administrative and clerical service (A&C).

Liaising and working closely with the Procurement Manager and other team members to ensure queries are dealt in a timely manner and all administrative duties are kept up to date.

Expected to work autonomously, using own initiative and able to work unsupervised when undertaking specific work identified. Must be able to plan and manage a range of duties, organise own work to meet deadlines and respond professionally to enquiries both internal and external to the organisation.



**Interviews for this post are due to take place 11th and 12th July 2024***
• Excellent interpersonal skills and able to communicate with staff, service users and responding to enquiries via telephone or email.
• Provide effective problem solving, potentially working with the Trust finance team.
• Attend procurement huddles / departmental meetings and contribute to building effective teamwork in exchanging views and ideas and communicating effectively.
• Communicate work procedures, motivating departmental staff to achieve objectives.
• Plan, prioritise and schedule own and other staff workload on a daily basis to meet the needs of the service and achieve set timescales.
• Support creation and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as and when agreed with the Pharmacy Procurement Manager.
• Work collaboratively as part of an integrated team.
• Provide appropriate assistance to Pharmacy Procurement Manager or other team members.
• Work within and keep up to date with National and Trust legislation, guidelines, policies, procedures, protocols and code of conduct relating to own role.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
1. Responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of a comprehensive administrative support service.
2. Responsible for the supervision of Band 2 and Admin Apprentice Support staff.
3. Establish and maintain agreed systems for effective record keeping including collation and submission of timely statistics.
4. Provide flexible administrative and clerical cover as required across the department.

For further details please see the attached job description.


This advert closes on Wednesday 26 Jun 2024

Responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of a comprehensive administrative support service. Responsible for the supervision of Band 2 and Admin Apprentice Support staff. Establish and maintain agreed systems for effective record keeping including collation and submission of timely statistics. Provide flexible administrative and clerical cover as required across the department. For further details please see the attached job description.

Cadent Gas Ltd

At Cadent we’re excited to be part of the future of UK energy!  We’ve got a clear roadmap that will drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050.

We’re making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together we’re shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers whom we put at the heart of everything we do.



We have an exciting, new opportunity for an Associate to join our Procurement and Supply Chain team.

As an Associate Buyer you will be assisting in procurement operations supporting the Senior Buyer and / or Buyer in identifying future opportunities to drive commercial value through sourcing and ongoing contract management activities. With support you will also be responsible for the execution of sourcing (primarily mini tender and call off activity) and contract management activity, working with stakeholders to understand requirements and expedite those through the procurement and contract management processes

You will also be the point of expertise for the transactional procurement processes providing support and guidance to ensure that the procurement systems operate effectively, data is up to date and issues are resolved and assist in the development and delivery of portfolio and sourcing strategies for contracts up to an agreed value.

Additionally you will also review contract payments and claims in line with contract terms and undertake benchmarking to ensure Cadent’s arrangements and Contractor costs remain competitive.

What you'll get to work on:





- Supporting the profiling of supply chains through supplier research and market trends to assess future contract risks and opportunities
- Enabling value by supporting and leading aspect of tendering process, in order to meet Cadent’s needs
- Assisting the proactive management of contracts, by analysing performance and supporting the resolution of contract issues
- Ensuring compliance with sourcing and contract management frameworks, as appropriate
- Aiding the resolution of contract performance issues and putting in place plans to resolve
- Supporting supplier relationship management and contract relationship management activities and monitoring supplier service level and cost performance through KPIs
- Analysing and forecasting inventory levels and manages stock obsolescence, where appropriate and supporting cost and commercial control processes across Cadent activities for contracts up to an agreed value
- Central point of expertise relating to the management and operation of procurement systems (Ariba), including data management and issue resolution.




Who are we looking for:




Qualifications

- Relevant commercial / procurement experience
- Valid UK Driving Licence holder.

Practical Experience

- Experience of sourcing and other procurement activities (contract management experience, understanding of cost management and commercial principles, leading supplier meetings including negotiations etc.)
- Confident in analysing and presenting data to inform sourcing / contract decisions
- Experience in supporting process improvements to improve the customer experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- An understanding of EU and Utility Procurement Directives ideally supported by evidence of running a competitive compliant tender process
- Able to build effective relationships both internally and/or with external organisations





What’s In It For You
Here at Cadent, we are committed to supporting our employees to get the best out of themselves. For this role in particular we can offer:

- Funding and support towards completing qualifications
- Ample opportunity for progression within the business
- Mentoring and guidance opportunities


Why Join Us
We offer a host of benefits to suit your lifestyle and support your well-being. These include:

- Annual bonus
- Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary (i.e., employee contributions of up to 6%, double matched by a Cadent contribution of up to 12%)
- 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
- Fantastic career development prospects with funded learning options, including support with exams, and internal and external learning and development
- Strong focus on supporting you as an individual including:
- Flexible working
- Strong commitments to ED&I
- Generous family provision policies
- Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, insurance, and healthcare packages, plus much more
- My Offers membership card – offering discounts and savings from hundreds of retailers
- 2 paid volunteering days per year
- Free gym access at the Ansty office, as well as a ‘Gympass’ scheme providing free or heavily subsidised local gym memberships


We want our employees to achieve a healthy work-life balance and are happy to discuss flexible working options with you if the role can accommodate it. Let us know about your flexibility requirements, whether that be reduced hours, remote working, flexible start/finish times, or compressed hours, and we will be more than happy to explore what’s possible for the role.

Diversity and Inclusion
Don’t meet every single requirement listed?

Understanding, learning, and celebrating what makes us different, as well as what we have in common, is good for us as individuals and enables us to work better together as one team. Cadent is committed to being an equitable and diverse employer that fosters an inclusive culture for all our employees, therefore, all our employment decisions are assessed based on qualifications, merit, and business need. So, if you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application – You may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.

As a recognised Disability Confident Employer, we are proud to champion inclusion in the workplace and ensure to provide an environment that is accessible to all and supports individuals throughout their journey with Cadent. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process.

We place great importance on equity, diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Our employee communities Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability) and the Cadent Military Community can’t wait to welcome you!

Circle Back Initiative
As an active and proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we aim to ensure that all candidates receive a response to their application, regardless of the outcome.
We will be receiving applications until the specified date above, though Cadent retains the right to close this vacancy early without prior notification, so it is advisable to complete your application at your earliest convenience.

Be part of something big. Help shape the future of gas for generations to come.

What’s next?
To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up-to-date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon.To learn more about Cadent and what we do, visit our website at Home | Cadent (cadentgas.com)

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