Summary

Job Description for Buyer

There's never been a more exciting time to be part of the nuclear sector. New opportunities are being created all the time. At NNL, you'll be in the ideal place to capitalise on this momentum, face new challenges and develop a long, successful and meaningful career.

We're an organisation that's here to experiment and push the limits of what's possible. So, if you're keen to excel in your chosen field, this is the place to do it. Because at NNL, anything is possible.

To work within the Procurement Team on a range of categories of spend, which will include procuring, implementing and managing a range of contracts and agreements with third party suppliers and supply chain partners. The location for this role is flexible and can be based at Risley, Workington or Preston with hybrid working available.

Main Responsibilities for Buyer

• Support the Department in delivering its Strategic Objectives, taking responsibility for engaging with stakeholders to ensure early engagement and a teaming approach throughout the Procurement Lifecycle.


• Responsible for managing and delivering multiple sourcing strategies. This will include but not be limited to:
  
  
  
  • Sourcing activities which generate benefits and achieve financial savings targets.Market analysis and creation of markets where necessary.
  
  
  • Identification of internal and external cost drivers.
  
  
  • Preparation of tender documentation and agreement of associated evaluation criteria.
  
  
  • Drafting and negotiation of Supply Chain contract Terms and Conditions, ensuring customer Flowdown Terms are integrated appropriately.
  
  
  
  


• Support NNL's bid process to ensure any sub-contract requirements are understood and underpinned as necessary.


• Lead cross functional Sourcing Teams to undertake compliant procurements in accordance with the approved Sourcing Strategy, ensuring the team are aware of and adhere to their responsibilities.


• Negotiate contractual agreements with suppliers to ensure that service, quality, cost, security of supply and the deployment of the suppliers capabilities in innovation are secured.


• Undertake contract management where appropriate and continually develop supplier relationships through the SRM strategy.

Essential Criteria for Buyer

• Previous procurement experience with responsibility for delivery of procurement sourcing strategies.


• Strong negotiating and influencing skills at all levels.


• Excellent analytical skills.


• Excellent interpersonal skills.


• Excellent organisational skills.


• Project management skills / awareness.


• Good IT skills.


• Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years' worth of UK residency).

Desirable Criteria for Buyer

• Experience in Public Sector procurement including a variety of procurement routes and knowledge of exemptions.


• Experience of contract and supplier management.


• Experience within the Nuclear sector or other highly regulated industry would be advantageous but not essential.


• Experience of working in a team across multiple locations.


• CIPS Level 4.

Why join us?

NNL isn't just a place where you can do career-defining work that makes a real-world impact. It's also a place where you'll feel appreciated and valued. We're creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is free to be themselves and feel like they belong. We put your wellbeing first, we push you to reach your potential, and we do everything possible to help you feel safe, supported and inspired.

We also offer a range of employee benefits:

• Sector leading Family-Focused Policies: celebrate life events, including enhanced maternity and paternity leave and a week off for your marriage.


• NNL offers attractive pension plans. If you contribute 5%, NNL contributes 15%. Alternatively, if you choose not to contribute (0%), NNL will still contribute 10%.


• Annual Leave: Benefit from 25.5 days of leave, plus 4 extra days to be taken during Christmas shutdown, plus Bank Holidays.


• Reduced gym membership with discounts of up to 25% from 3,700 gym and leisure providers across the UK


• Company Bonus: Be rewarded for your contributions.


• Learning Opportunities: Enhance your skills through excellent development programmes.


• Employee Assistance: Access support for personal and professional challenges.


• Cycle to Work: Stay active and eco-friendly.


• Life Assurance: Ensure peace of mind for you and your loved ones.


• Enhanced Sick Pay Benefits: Receive support during illness or injury.


• Access to 'Mydiscounts' which has a range of special offers and discounts from more than 200 suppliers, including medical insurance and dental insurance.


• Health Care: Health savings plan which allows you to claim money back on visits to the dentist, optician and/or physiotherapist (limits apply).

About The Company

NNL is an incredible place to work. A place where people do things that have never been done before. A place where people push boundaries to further themselves, the business and society as a whole.

This is a place where personal and professional opportunities are limitless. If you want to change the world, if you want to tackle climate change, if you want to help advance medical science, if you want to help put things in space, if you want to answer the big questions, if you want to work with extraordinary materials, if you want to meet great people, learn new skills, challenge yourself, work flexibly, and build a long successful career with the power to make a real impact… you can do it all here.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

NNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) where NNL aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.

Recruitment Agency Notice

We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for the provision of recruitment services. Only agencies on our PSL may provide CVs and only when the role is released to them by our recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from suppliers not currently on our PSL. We explicitly reserve the right to add candidate details from unsolicited CVs from non-PSL agencies into our own candidate database and to pursue/hire such candidate(s) without any obligation, financial or otherwise, to the agency concerned.

Role Overview

Warehouse Operatives Inbound - Nights (Carlisle)

NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED !! TRAINING PROVIDED

• £11.44ph (£13.73 5:00am - 6:00am)
• 5:00am - 11:30am shift
• 30 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!

Shop Manager - Charity Retail Opportunity

Key Details

• Location: Cockermouth
• Salary: Up to £22,093 per annum + benefits
• Hours: Full-time/35 hours per week

Position Overview
We're seeking a passionate and experienced Shop Manager to lead our charity store in Cockermouth. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine retail expertise with a commitment to sustainable fashion and community engagement.

Responsibilities:

• Maximise income generation and exceed store targets
• Ensure smooth store operations in line with company guidelines
• Lead and develop a team of staff and volunteers
• Implement effective visual merchandising strategies
• Drive new business and engage with the local community
• Recruit and manage volunteers

Our ideal candidate will possess:

• Leadership Experience: Previous management role in retail or charity sector
• Customer Focus: Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Target-Driven: KPI-aware with a track record of meeting financial goals
• Positive Attitude: Energetic, flexible, and solution-oriented approach
• Retail Acumen: Understanding of charity retail operations (preferred)

What We Offer:
Join a well-established national charity retailer that values its team members. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the community while developing your retail management skills.

How to Apply:
If you're passionate about sustainable fashion and ready to lead a dynamic charity shop, we want to hear from you. Please submit your CV to apply for this exciting role. This position offers a chance to bring the wonders of charity shops back to life while contributing to a meaningful cause. Join us in making a difference through retail excellence and community engagement

By applying for this role, you are consenting for us to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations.

To view other great vacancies please visit our website or call us for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities in:

Buying & Merchandising and Ecommerce | Charity & Non Profit | Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production | Finance | HR & Talent | H&S & Compliance | Hospitality, Catering & Leisure | Marketing, Digital & Technology | Office & Administration | Property & Centre Management | Retail, Trade and Luxury Operations | Senior Appointments & Executive | Sales & FMCG | Supply Chain & Logistics & Warehouse.

Keep it Clean!

Job Details

Location: Kendal

Job Title: In Store Cleaning Manager

Pay Rate: £25,875.00 per annum

Hours: 40 hours over 5 days

Days to be discussed at interview stage

Mornings only

About the role

Managing to keep it Clean!

Do you enjoy supervising teams?

Do you get a buzz out of delivering a great cleaning service in a retail environment?

If so, read on….

We're looking to recruit an In-Store Cleaning Manager.

You'll be supervising the team responsible for delivering a high-quality cleaning service to Sainsbury's store, but you'll also be carrying out some cleaning tasks yourself.

You'll support with recruiting and training your Cleaning team, planning their rotas and work patterns, and completing their timesheets so that they get paid correctly.

You will need to have a degree of flexibility with working times required to meet business needs.

Health & Safety is our No.1 priority, so you'll be on top of monitoring and managing this - not just for yourself, but for all others on site. That might sound a bit daunting, but don't worry - we'll provide you with all the equipment and support you need.

To be successful in this role you'll be an experienced team manager who enjoys working in a fast-paced retail environment, with experience of cleaning. In previous roles you'll have been responsible for stock management and time recording, as well as dealing with employee relations matters such as investigations, disciplinaries and performance management.

Don't miss out on this great opportunity, apply today by clicking on the 'apply' button.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Keep it Clean!

Job Details

Location:Cockermouth

Job Title: In Store Cleaning Manager

Pay Rate: £12.44 per hour

Hours:29 hours over 6 days

Sunday - 13:00-17:00

Monday - 04:00-09:00

Tuesday -04:00-09:00

Wednesday - 04:00-09:00

Thursday - 04:00-09:00

Friday - 04:00-09:00

Saturday - Day Off

About the role

Managing to keep it Clean!

Do you enjoy supervising teams?

Do you get a buzz out of delivering a great cleaning service in a retail environment?

If so, read on….

We're looking to recruit an In-Store Cleaning Manager.

You'll be supervising the team responsible for delivering a high-quality cleaning service to Sainsbury's store, but you'll also be carrying out some cleaning tasks yourself.

You'll support with recruiting and training your Cleaning team, planning their rotas and work patterns, and completing their timesheets so that they get paid correctly.

You will need to have a degree of flexibility with working times required to meet business needs.

Health & Safety is our No.1 priority, so you'll be on top of monitoring and managing this - not just for yourself, but for all others on site. That might sound a bit daunting, but don't worry - we'll provide you with all the equipment and support you need.

To be successful in this role you'll be an experienced team manager who enjoys working in a fast-paced retail environment, with experience of cleaning. In previous roles you'll have been responsible for stock management and time recording, as well as dealing with employee relations matters such as investigations, disciplinaries and performance management.

Don't miss out on this great opportunity, apply today by clicking on the 'apply' button.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Warehouse Stock Auditor - Sherburn-in-Elmet - £22,405

The position

• This is a full time permanent position based at our customers distribution centre in Sherburn-in-Elmet.
• Rate of pay: £22,405 per annum
• Weekly hours: 37.5 hours plus daily 30-min unpaid break
• Shift Patterns: 5 days out of 7 - Shifts between: 14:00-22:00
• Working Environment - Mixed

A day in the life of a Warehouse Operative

As a Warehouse 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.

As a Project Manager, Procurement Ops & Procure to Pay at Western Digital, you will be responsible for leading and managing digital projects aimed at transforming and optimizing our procurement processes. This role requires a unique blend of project management expertise, procurement knowledge, and digital technology acumen. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement cutting-edge solutions that drive operational excellence in procurement and be a value-added partner to the business to meet procurement needs and enhance the day-to-day processes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Digital Transformation Leadership:

• Lead the development and execution of the procurement digital transformation strategy.
• Collaborate with procurement, IT, and other relevant stakeholders to align digital initiatives with overall business objectives.

Project Planning and Execution:

• Develop comprehensive project plans, outlining tasks, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Execute and oversee the implementation of digital projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.

Supplier Management:

• Collaborate with technology vendors and internal stakeholders to select and implement digital solutions that align with procurement goals.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, ensuring the successful delivery of digital solutions.

Data Integration and Analytics:

• Oversee the integration of digital tools with existing procurement systems.
• Utilize data analytics to track and measure the impact of digital initiatives on procurement performance.

Change Management:

• Develop and implement change management strategies to ensure successful adoption of digital tools and processes.
• Provide training and support to procurement teams to enhance digital literacy.

Procure to Pay Process and Systems:

• Work with business users and IT to define requirements for enhancements or new functionality; work with team members to design and solution the applications, participate in unit testing, test scrips preparation, coordinate with business users on system integration testing; assist in planning and executing deployment and provide post-implementation support.
• Work with Oracle and/or SAP for system issue troubleshooting and improvement opportunities.
• Document processes and provide training to business users when there is a change or new functionality introduced.
• Participate in all procurement related audits as required.

Keep it Clean!

Job Details

Location: Penrith

Job Title: In store cleaning manager

Pay Rate: £12.44 per hour

Hours: 33 hours over 5 days

Sunday - 05:00 - 12:00

Monday - 05:00 - 12:00

Tuesday - Day off

Wednesday - Day off

Thursday - 05:00 - 12:00

Friday - 05:00 - 12:00

Saturday -05:00 - 12:30

About the role

Managing to keep it Clean!

Do you enjoy supervising teams?

Do you get a buzz out of delivering a great cleaning service in a retail environment?

If so, read on….

We're looking to recruit an In-Store Cleaning Manager.

You'll be supervising the team responsible for delivering a high-quality cleaning service to Sainsbury's store, but you'll also be carrying out some cleaning tasks yourself.

You'll support with recruiting and training your Cleaning team, planning their rotas and work patterns, and completing their timesheets so that they get paid correctly.

You will need to have a degree of flexibility with working times required to meet business needs.

Health & Safety is our No.1 priority, so you'll be on top of monitoring and managing this - not just for yourself, but for all others on site. That might sound a bit daunting, but don't worry - we'll provide you with all the equipment and support you need.

To be successful in this role you'll be an experienced team manager who enjoys working in a fast-paced retail environment, with experience of cleaning. In previous roles you'll have been responsible for stock management and time recording, as well as dealing with employee relations matters such as investigations, disciplinaries and performance management.

Don't miss out on this great opportunity, apply today by clicking on the 'apply' button.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

• Day shift: £11.44 p/h

• Night Shift: £12.75 p/h

• Day shift: 6AM-6PM
• Night Shift: 6PM-6AM
• Must be available to work weekends.

• Loading plastic food trays onto a conveyor belt, the trays are unloaded at the other end and returned to the suppliers
• Unloading cages and trays from trailers, and taking them to a baling machine, where the cardboard and plastic is then pressed into bales, which come out at the other end
• You must enjoy physical work as you will be on your feet throughout the shifts.

• Free on-site parking
• Tea and coffee machines
• No experience needed - full Warehouse Operative training provided
• Weekly pay on Friday

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 (part of the Challenge-trg Group) is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We don't just embrace change, we welcome it. We celebrate equality and diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

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.

Our EEO practices are upheld in every location that we operate in and in all aspects of the employment relationship, including hiring, recruiting, placement, transfer, promotion, compensation, layoff/redundancy, discipline and grievance, termination, training, and leaves of absence.

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

Challenge-trg Recruitment is currently hiring for a prestigious client in Sutton-in-Ashfield, NG17 1JF. We are looking for multiple Warehouse Operatives!

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: £14.32p/h | Weekends £16.19 p/h
• NIGHT SHIFT: (10pm-6am) from £14.78 to £20.55 per hour
• Weekdays: £15.57p/h | 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 - 90%
• 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

• Day shift: £11.44 p/h

• Night Shift: £12.75 p/h

• Day shift: 6AM-6PM
• Night Shift: 6PM-6AM
• Must be available to work weekends.

• Loading plastic food trays onto a conveyor belt, the trays are unloaded at the other end and returned to the suppliers
• Unloading cages and trays from trailers, and taking them to a baling machine, where the cardboard and plastic is then pressed into bales, which come out at the other end
• You must enjoy physical work as you will be on your feet throughout the shifts.

• Free on-site parking
• Tea and coffee machines
• No experience needed - full Warehouse Operative training provided
• Weekly pay on Friday

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 (part of the Challenge-trg Group) is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We don't just embrace change, we welcome it. We celebrate equality and diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

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.

Our EEO practices are upheld in every location that we operate in and in all aspects of the employment relationship, including hiring, recruiting, placement, transfer, promotion, compensation, layoff/redundancy, discipline and grievance, termination, training, and leaves of absence.

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

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme