Total 12 Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory job vacancies in Greenwich, SE18 3RZ

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Interim Procurement Officer - Strategic Procurement Services

Job Ref: Greenwich RQ1418500

Pay Rate: £23.47 per hour PAYE

Hours per week: 35 Monday – Friday, normal working hours

Role Length: This opening assignment is for 5-6 months

City: WOOLWHICH, LONDON

The Council’s procurement team will play the central role in guiding and advising other departments to achieve those twin objectives of achieving social value and value for money from all its procurement exercises.

Operational work for the Procurement Team is split into three categories, People, Place and Resources. Each category has a Category Lead, one or two Category Managers and one or two Procurement Officers. The Procurement Officer will report to the Category Lead for the team in which they are based, and will support the team as well as provide procurement advice and guidance to individual directorates within the Council to ensure that they deliver effective procurement exercises which seek social value outcomes and value for money within a procurement regulatory environment.

The Procurement Officers will initially be responsible for delivering individual work streams within a procurement exercise with the breadth of their responsibility and if not already qualified, be seeking qualified status and membership in Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)

Key accountabilities:

Support the Category Lead in providing advice and guidance on the procurement regulatory matters and corporate governance relating to procurement processes to ensure the national and local procurement regulations and police are followed.
Be responsible for leading and managing the tendering and awarding of a portfolio of contracts of up to £5-10m per annum in line with Councils best value duty.
Contribute to the development of a culture of performance management of contracts to ensure maximum value and social value benefits are achieved from contracts within the define service area.
Assist in the development and promotion best practice in supplier relationship management to minimise potential risk to the Council as a result of supplier failing to deliver a contract.
Contribute to the development of the service area’s procurement strategy, setting targets which contribute to medium terms financial savings and other Council’s policies.
Be a critical friend; promoting a commercial approach to contract award decisions, processes and practices and positively influence key stakeholders in achieving efficiencies, effectiveness and economies of scale from procurement exercises.
In the absence of a Category Lead or Category Manager, attend and contribute to key Service Management team (and where relevant, departmental service management teams) meetings that develop a culture of high professional standards and continuous improvement in delivery of contracts
Where appropriate represent the Council at national, regional and sub- regional forums relating to the Procurement matters including the LGA, London Procurement Network Forum, London Tenders Portal, SOPO etc.
Work alongside the Category Lead in ensuring the Council’s procurement Strategy, Social Value Policy and Procedures are continuously developed to meet the changes in national and local policy and best practice in the public sector and the requirements of the Council
Work alongside the Category Lead, interpret government procurement regulations and policies to contribute to the development of strategies, policies and practices that help maintain regulatory compliance and ensure the Council satisfies its duty to achieve best value from its procurement exercises.

Key requirements:

Please provide a one page cover letter including the following information:

Significant knowledge of policies and UK Procurement Regulations driving procurement.
Significant knowledge of the rules and processes relating to the procurement of works, services and goods in a local authority setting.
Must have experience of problem solving and decision making.
Must have demonstrable experience of working in a procurement or other relevant environment.
Have well-developed skills in Excel and use of e-procurement systems.
Have an ability to prioritise own workload and meet strict deadlines with a can-do attitude working the hours required to provide the service.
Ability to communicate effectively with senior officers and other colleagues as well as possessing excellent interpersonal skills.


Please quote the Job Title & Vacancy Reference No. in your application, or we will be unable to match your CV to the role being applied for.


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If you are successful in securing this role, please note that for the entire duration of this contract, regardless of extension, you will be working at the PAYE rate that has been advertised. For absolute clarity, we only work on a PAYE basis, rather than umbrella pay terms. We do not offer Ltd/umbrella or outside IR35 rates. If you wish to understand PAYE vs Umbrella more, please let us know and we can send you some additional information for clarity.

Due to the number of CVs being sent to us under current market conditions, unfortunately we cannot respond to all applications. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. We will, however, be very happy to receive future applications from you for other roles.

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Assistant Store Manager Opportunity:

Lead, inspire, and excel – creating amazing value everyday!

As an Assistant Store Manager, you are the vital link between the Store Manager and the store team. You're assuming a pivotal role in shaping the experiences of both your team and the customers' journey within the community you serve. Your day-to-day actions drive sales and allow you to use your creative flair when merchandising on and off plan to showcase our amazing value on GM and FMCG products within the store, creating an environment where our core values of love our customers, care for our colleagues, and protect the pounds (and euros) come to life.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Why Choose Us?

A member of our annual Retail Management Bonus Scheme acknowledging your contributions to our success.
Professional development, including the opportunity to pursue up to a Retail Manager Level 3 qualification through an apprenticeship.
Comprehensive induction plan and the opportunity to complete in-house development programmes, setting you up for success.
Rota’s are scheduled four-weeks in advance, creating a culture that cares for your life outside of work.
Holiday allowance increasing by one day per year (up to 33 days), plus an extra day for your Birthday.
Enhanced Family friendly benefits and life assurance.
In-store discount of 10% along with exclusive discounts through our colleague online benefits portal.
All year-round initiatives to recognise and reward our colleagues.
Access to Employee Assistance to support your well-being.

Your Impact:

Love our customers:
Customers are at the forefront of everything we do. You are a role model in delivering excellent customer service consistently to the highest of standards.
Always going above and beyond for our customers, whether greeting them, assisting them, or jumping on the checkouts – Keeping our 'two is a queue' initiative in mind.

Care for our colleagues:
Create a safe environment for your team and ensure all policies and procedures are followed.
Work alongside the Store Manager to help support the team around you.
Managing new colleagues' inductions and collaborating with supervisors to drive ongoing training and development through on-the-job coaching.

Protect the pounds (and euros):
Leading daily huddles to ensure commercial objectives, including sales, service, and shrink, are communicated, and achieved.
Ensure all our products are priced, merchandised and maintained to ensure the store runs smoothly.

Ready to Join Us?

This opportunity is for those ready to make an impact in a vibrant retail environment. We'd love to hear from you if you're driven to lead, inspire, and excel. Apply now and take your first step in a fulfilling career with us.

About us...

From one store in Burton-upon-Trent in 1990 to more than 850 across the UK and the Republic of Ireland today, Poundland & Dealz has developed a reputation for offering top brands and quality own-brand products at an amazing value. We sell everything from food and drink to DIY, pet products to stationery, not forgetting our very own fashion brand, PEP&CO. We have recently invested £45 million in the business, opened new stores and revamped existing ones. We’re on an exciting journey, and you can be a part of it.
We’re part of a much larger group in Europe called Pepco which has 3,000 stores in 17 territories serving 50 million shoppers, and the size of our business means there are so many opportunities for you to come and join us. From our retail stores to our support and distribution centres, everywhere you see Poundland and Dealz, you’ll find passionate and knowledgeable colleagues delivering amazing service to our customers. Once you’re part of our family, we’ll give you everything you need to be the best you can be, from training to coaching and mentoring. Our seven core values and seven leadership principles steer how we do business. They give us the building blocks to create a culture where everybody thrives, and sustainability is at the top of our agenda.

Production Controller
Greenwich, SE10
Ongoing Contract
42.5 hours per week (Weekly pay)
£12.93 P/h
An opportunity has arisen within the material department of a multinational engineering company for an experienced Production Controller/Warehouse Operative, working within the Inventory control team.
The nature of the role requires a high calibre person with a strong knowledge of SAP; experience in the following modules would be an advantage MM, PP, WM, QM.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in the supply chain, with experience gained working in the following industries considered favourable, Automotive, Telecommunications, Pharmaceutical, or Aviation.
You will be required to attend meetings with senior management, be comfortable with presenting information and supporting with the scheduling of the workload for the area.
Responsibilities will also include but are not limited to:

• Supply and control of materials from goods in, to the stores warehouse and production areas.
• Controlling the movement of materials from goods receipt to end user physically and electronically, using Excel spread sheets and SAP systems.
• Ensuring materials are kitted and available to production in an orderly and timely way.
• Conducting cycle counts of stock and inventory on site in the stores area
• Controlling traceability and shelf-life issues for key materials.
• To put stock away into designated locations and awareness of level loads allowed in the warehouse storage areas and maintaining records and databases.
• Interacting with material controllers and production staff on daily needs and issues.
• Assisting in the planning and allocation of Team workload.
• Assisting in the preparation, dissemination, and use of Team KPI to control processes and key materials.
• To assist in cycle counting as requested by the Cycle Count Officer.

Requirement

• Experience of SAP in a manufacturing environment would be a positive advantage.
• Must be able to demonstrate the capability of working in a pressurised, deadline driven, but procedure-controlled production environment.
• Good communication skills, verbal and written, are required.
• Computer literacy, with confidence in the use of standard computer packages, will need to be demonstrated.
• Knowledge of material handling techniques and theory will be a positive advantage.

Hours of work:
Mon - Thu 07:30 - 17:00
Fri 07.30 - 15.45

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. CMS do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Head of Procurement -Construction - Whitbread - Dunstable
Salary: £110 - £120K+ £7K Car allowance + Bonus up to 40%
Location: Hybrid Role based in Dunstable, Bedfordshire LU5 5XE (3 days minimum at our Whitbread Campus). Role will also require UK travel to meet contractors and suppliers.
We're Whitbread the UK's largest hospitality business with over 1,200 hotels and restaurants across the UK but we're more than that. We're the 38,000 people who make every day experiences special that delight over 5 million guests every month.
We are now recruiting a Head of Property Procurement to join our award-winning procurement team, who will be responsible to create and develop our property procurement strategy in line with our business growth plans, which include our planned pipeline commitment of 7,000 rooms.
You'll be working closely with our wider Procurement leadership team and partner across several senior stakeholders including Property, Proposition and Sustainability to deliver a long-term property procurement strategy for our UK business that is sourced responsibility and reduces our environmental impact, at the right costs to support our business growth.
Why you'll love it here:

Bonus: Annual Whitbread performance incentive worth up to 40% of base salary
Car or Car Allowance up to £7,420
Healthcare: Family BUPA Healthcare
Up to 10% Matched Pension, 25 Days holiday (and Bank Holidays) and Company Share Save Scheme.

What you'll do:
Reporting to the Procurement and Supply Chain Director you'll be responsible for sourcing all construction service activity for our UK business including the appointment and management of key contractors and suppliers through;

Developing and implementing optimal sourcing strategies for all construction procurement, using your procurement expertise and deep category knowledge, providing valuable insight on best practice, trends and innovations.
Build strong value adding relationships with cross functional teams to support and deliver plans aligned to category procurement strategies to both maximise savings and align with overall business objectives.
Identify key suppliers across the category and establish appropriate supplier management activities to oversee supplier performance against SLA/ KPI and build greater value across the business.
You will be responsible for all tender management, negotiation and implementing of supplier agreements through determining the right approach to market and contract strategy.
Embed our Sustainability Strategy 'Force for Good' throughout all activities and decision making, working closely with our sourcing function.
Lead, coach and set direction for group property procurement team across UK on day-to-day activities and department strategy.

What you'll need:

Previous proven experience of developing, documenting and implement procurement strategies working in property, construction or similar background managing large multi-million-pound budgets.
A CIPS qualification or Quantity Surveyor would be beneficial but not essential.
You will be a commercially driven individual with the ability to analyse financial information to influence procurement strategy and drive cost efficiencies.
Able to demonstrate strong problem-solving, lateral thinking, project management, planning organizational and interpersonal skills.
An exceptional communicator with the ability to build effective relationships across internal stakeholders at all levels of the business up to Executive level and with external contractors/suppliers.
You'll be a natural leader and motivator who recognise and reward great talent, developing individuals to be the best they can. 

Be part of our Procurement Team
Our award-winning Procurement team isn't just about making sure we get the right products at the right price, in the right place at the right time. These subject experts in supply chain are raising the bar in the profession, making sure we are sourcing sustainable goods for our hotels and restaurants in the UK and beyond. Working collaboratively and commercially across the business with an eye on always doing the right thing, there's a lot to go after and modify here, which keeps things really exciting.

Store Manager - Greenwich, London
200-206 Trafalgar Road, London SE10 9ER
£29,700 - £32,200 plus great benefits


We're looking for a skilled Store Manager to join our retail team. This full-time Store Manager role comes with a competitive salary and brilliant benefits package.

As a Store Manager, you'll help to deliver the store purpose by guiding the commercial and community strategies in your store. You'll also lead your team and show them how to make shopping at Co-op a fantastic experience, you'll help them to grow and learn so they can show our customers, colleagues and members the difference Co-op brings to local communities.

In this role, you can expect to:

* Empower your team to deliver great service, personally promoting the Co-op difference to customers and members
* Build an inclusive culture where everyone can speak up and share their views
* Develop your team through regular performance conversations to help them reach their potential
* Make sure the store is safe, legal and operational
* Manage and optimise your store's commercial performance, recruit new team members and manage HR processes

You'll need experience of guiding and developing a team and working in a busy, service-focused environment. Good communication skills are essential, and you should be able to coach, motivate and inspire your team. You'll also need:

* Resilience and great problem solving skills
* The ability to understand and analyse commercial information
* Willingness to roll up your sleeves and support the team with delivery of store activities

In return for your passion and commitment, you'll get a competitive salary and great benefits package which includes an annual bonus (based on personal and business performance), 36 days holiday including bank holidays (rising with service) and 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores all year-round. You'll also get:

* A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
* Wagestream app - giving access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
* YuLife app - rewarding you for exercising with discounts and vouchers
* Cycle to work scheme
* Coaching and training to support your career development

At Co-op, we're proud to do things a different way. As one of the world's largest co-operatives, owned by millions of members, community is at the heart of what we do. Since our Co-op was founded in 1844, we've had a clear social purpose, and everything we do as a business helps to build a fairer world for our members, customers, colleagues, and communities.

We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.

We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.

If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.

You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process.

You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing.
As part of the application process for this job, you'll need to complete two online assessments. It will take around 20 minutes to complete these tests.
We reserve the right to remove a vacancy before the scheduled closing date.

INTERIM PROCUREMENT MANAGER

We are looking to recruit an experienced Procurement Manager for a leading company in the field of highway electrical assets maintenance and installation & construction. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the procurement process, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials, equipment, and services necessary for the projects. Additionally, the candidate must have experience in team leadership and category management.

ROLE: Procurement Manager
LOCATION: Remote with occasional travel to Birmingham for team meetings
SALARY: £50,000 per annum
JOB TYPE: Contract: 6 months with extension likely
HOURS: Full time, Monday to Friday
IR35: Outside of IR35

THE ROLE:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with company objectives and project requirements.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and service.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts and terms of agreement.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve any issues or discrepancies.
• Prepare, review, and manage contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock levels.
• Develop and manage procurement budgets, ensuring adherence to financial targets.
• Track and report on procurement expenditures, identifying areas for cost reduction.
• Manage team performance, providing regular feedback and conducting performance appraisals.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:

• Professional certification (e.g., CIPS) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, with a focus on construction or utilities.
• Strong understanding of procurement principles, practices, and regulations.
• Proven experience in team leadership and development.
• Expertise in category management and strategic sourcing.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Application by CV or call Paloma Lopez at Carbon60 on 07360 514 822.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

IT Procurement Manager - Software
Your skills are essential for elevating our Premier Inn brand to new heights across Europe.With your expertise in IT Procurement, you'll be at the forefront of our tech-driven growth. Lead strategic projects in our hotels and pioneer innovative initiatives in Germany.
Become a vital part of our elite team of specialist Procurement Managers. You'll excel in negotiations and ensure we remain ahead of the curve with cutting-edge technology. This is your opportunity to make a significant impact and be part of something extraordinary!
Salary: £65,000-£75,000
Location: Dunstable LU5 5XE (3 Days a week minimum in office) - can also be flexible with a couple of days in London per month.
Why you'll love it here:

Bonus: Up to 30% company performance related bonus
Healthcare: Family BUPA healthcare
Discounts: Up to 60% discount on Premier Inn stays and 25% discount on our Restaurant brands
Company Share save Scheme: Share in Whitbread's continued success.

What you'll do

Lead regular supplier review meetings with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers.
Continuous maintenance and update of market insight regarding the IS marketplace, best-practices, trends, and key suppliers.
Documented Software Category Strategy plans for key spend areas.
Rolling 12-month sourcing plan for the IS categories.
Build strong project pipeline to deliver efficiency target.

What we need

IT Procurement Experience - can run tenders, meet suppliers, build contracts, manage contract renewals, build stakeholder relationships, and has experience with project implementation end to end.
Development and implementation of sourcing strategies aligned with functional and business objectives to enable IT investments and operations.
Maintain a broad understanding of the commercial IT environment, how the organisation sources, deploys, and manages external partners.
Have software category knowledge with a track of negotiating complex contracts.

Be part of the Procurement team at Whitbread
Our award-winning Procurement team isn't just about making sure we get the right products at the right price, in the right place at the right time. These subject experts in supply chain are raising the bar in the profession, making sure we are sourcing sustainable goods for our hotels and restaurants in the UK and beyond.

Warehouse Stock Checker - Greenwich - £22,912

The position

• This is a full time permanent position based at our customers distribution centre in Greenwich.
• Rate of pay: £22,912 per annum
• Weekly hours: 37.5 hours plus daily 30-min unpaid break
• Shift Patterns: 5 days out of 7 - Shifts between: 11am-7pm
• Working Environment - Mixed

A day in the life of a Warehouse Stock Operative

As a Warehouse Stock Operative you will work as part of a dynamic and supportive team in what can be described as a fast-paced and target driven environment to ensure the stock entering or leaving the depot is accurate.

Our activities vary, so often, you may be required to work across multiple different workstreams such as Goods Inbound checks, Picker Accuracy audits and Load Adherence checks most of which require periods of manual handling.

Job activities

• Audit the Inbound accuracy of supplier deliveries on the GFR program.
• Audit Picker accuracy of stock destined for stores and fully investigate all errors found.
• Adhere to agreed audit and error verification procedures at all times.
• Maintain integrity at all times.
• Ensure the expected productivity levels are achieved, in line with customer expectations.
• Review daily targets in line with customer expectations.

RAS Benefits

• Flexible working shifts patterns - just ask!
• Competitive salary with optional pension scheme
• Regular overtime is available
• Free onsite parking & subsidised canteen
• Full training to help you perform at your best
• Recognition Awards and Incentives
• Genuine career progression
• Refer a friend bonus

Job specifics

• Able to actively respond to both verbal instructions and audible warning devices
• The ability to communicate well, both written and verbally.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word

About RAS

Retail & Asset Solutions are an innovative and market-leading organisation providing audit services to some of the UK and Europe's largest Food, DIY and Apparel retailers. We engage, listen and work with our customers in a way they can trust, often operating as an extension of their own teams to deliver value-added business.

At RAS Supply Chain we have developed specialised expertise in supply chain assurance services. This helps retailers track and verify goods received from suppliers by checking pick and compliance accuracy, as well as easily integrating with customer IT systems to provide real-time management information.

As leaders in innovation, we embrace new technologies and concepts. We were the first company to use barcode scanning with bespoke reporting, and we were also the first to implement wireless RF data transmission. In the Supply Chain field we are the only organisation providing the end-to-end GFR service to retailers and suppliers. In our ongoing quest for innovation, we continue to research and develop solutions by working collaboratively with our customers and by identifying opportunities to drive sales and combat loss.

With approximately 3,500 employees, we have the largest pool of multi-skilled retail trained colleagues located throughout the UK and Ireland. We also have a fleet of over 70 minibuses ready to deliver count teams to any site in the UK, enabling us to deliver greater consistency in personnel and performance.

This role is being handled by Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS). To discuss this vacancy or any other great positions we have please call us on 01689 879444 for a confidential chat about working for our business.

By applying to this role, you are consenting to Retail & Asset Solutions to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data then please contact us at applications@retailassetsolutions.com and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.

Production Controller
Greenwich, SE10
Ongoing Contract
42.5 hours per week (Weekly pay)
£12.59 P/h
An opportunity has arisen within the material department of a multinational engineering company for an experienced Production Controller/Warehouse Operative, working within the Inventory control team.
The nature of the role requires a high calibre person with a strong knowledge of SAP; experience in the following modules would be an advantage MM, PP, WM, QM.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in the supply chain, with experience gained working in the following industries considered favourable, Automotive, Telecommunications, Pharmaceutical, or Aviation.
You will be required to attend meetings with senior management, be comfortable with presenting information and supporting with the scheduling of the workload for the area.
Responsibilities will also include but are not limited to:

• Supply and control of materials from goods in, to the stores warehouse and production areas.
• Controlling the movement of materials from goods receipt to end user physically and electronically, using Excel spread sheets and SAP systems.
• Ensuring materials are kitted and available to production in an orderly and timely way.
• Conducting cycle counts of stock and inventory on site in the stores area
• Controlling traceability and shelf-life issues for key materials.
• To put stock away into designated locations and awareness of level loads allowed in the warehouse storage areas and maintaining records and databases.
• Interacting with material controllers and production staff on daily needs and issues.
• Assisting in the planning and allocation of Team workload.
• Assisting in the preparation, dissemination, and use of Team KPI to control processes and key materials.
• To assist in cycle counting as requested by the Cycle Count Officer.

Requirement

• Experience of SAP in a manufacturing environment would be a positive advantage.
• Must be able to demonstrate the capability of working in a pressurised, deadline driven, but procedure-controlled production environment.
• Good communication skills, verbal and written, are required.
• Computer literacy, with confidence in the use of standard computer packages, will need to be demonstrated.
• Knowledge of material handling techniques and theory will be a positive advantage.

Hours of work:
Mon - Thu 07:30 - 17:00
Fri 07.30 - 15.45

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. CMS do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Salary: £100 - £110 K+ £7K Car allowance + Bonus up to 40%
Location: Hybrid Role based in Dunstable, Bedfordshire LU5 5XE (3 days minimum at our Whitbread Campus). Role will also require UK travel to meet suppliers.
We're Whitbread the UK's largest hospitality business with 1,200 hotels and restaurants in the UK and Germany but we're more than that. We're the 38,000 people making every day experiences special, sourcing the nation's favourite breakfast, plating up family favourites that delight over 5 million guests every month.
Our Award-winning procurement team manage a world-class supply chain that helps to create memorable experiences for our millions of guests worldwide, and a place where our team are proud to work for, whilst remaining a Force for Good in everything we do from sourcing products to our environmental impact and community engagement.
As Head of Procurement - Food and Beverage you'll report to the Procurement and Supply Chain Director to deliver a refreshed strategy of F&B procurement and product availability, that is sourced responsibly, at the right costs to support our business growth.
Why you'll love it here:

Bonus: Annual Whitbread performance incentive worth up to 40% of base salary
Car or Car Allowance up to £7,420
Healthcare: Family BUPA Healthcare
Up to 10% Matched Pension, 25 Days holiday (and Bank Holidays) and Company Share Save Scheme.

What you'll do:

Developing and implementing optimal sourcing strategies for all food and beverage lines for our UK hotels and restaurant business, providing insight on best practice, trends and appointing key suppliers.
You will collaborate with our commercial restaurants team supporting our menu development and promotions, advise accordingly.
Work closely with our Supply Chain to ensure full availability, manage supplier performance, improve logistics costs and find mutual efficiencies in end-to-end category management.
Identify key suppliers across the category and establish appropriate supplier management activities to oversee supplier performance against SLA/ KPI
You will be responsible for all tender management, negotiation and implementing of supplier agreements through determining the right approach to market and contract strategy.
Embed our Sustainability Strategy 'Force for Good' throughout all activities and decision making, working closely with our sourcing function.
Lead, coach and set direction for group procurement team on day-to-day activities and department strategy.

What you'll need:

Previous experience of developing, documenting and implement procurement strategies ideally working in hospitality/ food and beverage sector.
A CIPS qualification would be beneficial but not essential.
A commercially driven individual with the ability to analyse financial information to influence procurement strategy and drive cost efficiencies.
Skilled at developing new approaches through strategic and innovative thinking.
An exceptional communicator with the ability to build effective relationships across internal stakeholders at all levels of the business up to Executive team/Board level and external suppliers.
You'll be a natural leader and motivator who recognise and reward great talent, developing individuals to be the best they can. 

Be part of our Procurement Team
Our award-winning Procurement team isn't just about making sure we get the right products at the right price, in the right place at the right time. These subject experts in supply chain are raising the bar in the profession, making sure we are sourcing sustainable goods for our hotels and restaurants in the UK and beyond. Working collaboratively and commercially across the business with an eye on always doing the right thing, there's a lot to go after and modify here, which keeps things really exciting.

Head of Procurement - GNFR and International Sourcing - Whitbread - Dunstable


Grade: C20
Location: Hybrid Role based in Dunstable, Bedfordshire LU5 5XE (3 days minimum at our Whitbread Campus). Role will also require UK travel to meet suppliers and occasional international travel to our team in Shanghai.
We're Whitbread the UK's largest hospitality business. With over 85,000 rooms in the UK and another 7,000 in the pipeline, we're the number one operator in the UK and with a growing presence in Germany, that's thousands of beds, kettles, coat hangers that our procurement team are sourcing responsibly every day.
Our Award-winning procurement team manage a world-class supply chain that helps to create memorable experiences for our millions of guests worldwide, and a place where our team are proud to work for, whilst remaining a Force for Good in everything we do from sourcing products to our environmental impact and community engagement.
You'll work closely with our teams in Germany and Shanghai to source goods ethically, and partner across several internal stakeholders (including Proposition and Property teams) and front-line operational teams in our Hotels and Restaurants.
Why you'll love it here:

Bonus: Annual Whitbread performance incentive worth up to 40% of base salary
Car or Car Allowance up to £7,420
Healthcare: Family BUPA Healthcare
Up to 10% Matched Pension, 25 Days holiday (and Bank Holidays) and Company Share Save Scheme.

What you'll do:
As Head of Procurement - GNFR and International Sourcing for Whitbread you'll report to the Procurement and Supply Chain Director, managing our Goods Not for Resale function to develop and deliver a refreshed strategy and product availability, at the right costs, that supports our business growth in UK and Germany through:

Developing and implementing optimal sourcing strategies for GNFR products across the UK and German market providing insight on best practice, trends and appointing key suppliers.
Work closely with our Supply Chain to ensure full availability, manage supplier performance, improve logistics costs and find mutual efficiencies in end-to-end category management.
Identify key suppliers across the category and establish appropriate supplier management activities to oversee supplier performance against SLA/ KPI
You will be responsible for all tender management, negotiation and implementing of supplier agreements through determining the right approach to market and contract strategy.
Embed our Sustainability Strategy 'Force for Good' throughout all activities and decision making, working closely with our sourcing function.
Lead, coach and set direction for group procurement team across UK and Shanghai on day-to-day activities and department strategy.

What you'll need:

Previous experience of developing, documenting and implement procurement strategies having worked across international markets and ideally having worked with similar product categories.
A CIPS qualification would be beneficial but not essential.
A commercially driven individual with the ability to analyse financial information to influence procurement strategy and drive cost efficiencies.
Skilled at developing new approaches through strategic and innovative thinking.
An exceptional communicator with the ability to build effective relationships across internal stakeholders at all levels of the business up to Executive team/Board level and external suppliers.
You'll be a natural leader and motivator who recognise and reward great talent, developing individuals to be the best they can. 

Be part of our Procurement Team
Our award-winning Procurement team isn't just about making sure we get the right products at the right price, in the right place at the right time. These subject experts in supply chain are raising the bar in the profession, making sure we are sourcing sustainable goods for our hotels and restaurants in the UK and beyond. Working collaboratively and commercially across the business with an eye on always doing the right thing, there's a lot to go after and modify here, which keeps things really exciting.

**EARN UP TO £534 PER WEEK PLUS OVERTIME PAY**
Join our client, one of the leading grocery retailers in the United Kingdom TODAY! We have a fantastic opportunity for you to work with our client as a full time Warehouse Operative in Thameside, SE7 7SN!
Your pay rate as a Warehouse Operative:

• Basic rate: £11.65 per hour - POTENTIAL EARNING OF £466 PER WEEK
• Premium night rate: £13.37 per hour - POTENTIAL EARNING OF £534 PER WEEK

Typical hours as a full time Warehouse Operative:

• Shift time: 11:00am until 19:30pm
• You will be working on 8hr shifts - expected to work 40 hours per week Other shifts may be available, please contact us for more details

Your role as a Warehouse Operative:

• Order Picking for a leading grocery retailer using MHE equipment
• Ensure all operational manuals and safe systems of work are followed in order to achieve an accident-free operation
• To reconcile products with documentation and to load/unload vehicles
• Where a company uniform and personal protective equipment have been issued, they must be worn at all times when on duty

What benefits are available as a Warehouse Operative?

• Free on-site parking
• Immediate starts are available
• No experience needed - full training provided
• Weekly pay on Friday
• Opportunities for overtime
• Subsidised canteen
• POTENTIAL EARNING OF £534 PER WEEK!

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.
Location: Thameside, SE7 7SW!
We are a Disability Confident accredited employer, who recognises the diversity of our workforce is the source of our strength, promoting Equal Opportunities for all.
Apply now to become a full time Warehouse Operative!

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