Total 67 Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory job vacancies in Essex, CM9 4LJ

Procurement Officer

Fixed Term, Full Time

£28,203 to £33,180 Per Annum

Location: Chelmsford

Closing Date: Tuesday 12th November 2024 at 11.59pm

Please note this vacancy is available as a Fixed Term Contract or Secondment opportunity for up to 24 months.

This role will be filled on a hybrid basis. This means you can work remotely part of the working week with an expectation to attend the office at least 1 day per week. Any journeys to the office would be at your own expense. More specific details about this can be discussed at the interview stage should you be invited to interview.

The Opportunity

This role will enable the Procurement Officer to support and deliver a wide range of procurements for Brentwood and Rochford Councils, bringing fantastic variety in the categories of procurement being supported and the stakeholders being engaged with. Working across different levels of Local Government the post holder will get a unique understanding of how Local Government works.

Accountabilities

• Manage responses to supplier queries, co-ordinating the support to market engagement events and providing contract administration.
• Lead on the delivery and development of contract and supplier amendment and update processes including, contract novations, price uplifts and on boarding new suppliers to ECC, liaising with internal and external stakeholders as appropriate.
• Manage contracts to ensure that performance standards are achieved and any contractual, commercial or market risks are identified, and appropriate mitigations put in place.
• Deal effectively with supplier correspondence, ensuring that messaging is conducted in a fair, transparent, and auditable manner.
• Lead the delivery of low risk sourcing processes, ensuring compliance with the Authority's Procurement Policy and Procedures.
• Lead the development, planning and delivery of improvement projects, ensuring effective stakeholder management and compliance with existing contractual requirements.
• Adopt a continuous improvement approach to systems and processes to support the development of best practice for wider department benefit.
• Plan and implement a risk-based programme of contract compliance audits in conjunction with specialist areas of the organisation such as Internal Audit, Corporate Health and Safety, Corporate Risk, and Information Governance.

The Experience You Will Bring

Essential:

• Educated to 'A' Level standard and/or qualification by experience of working in a commercial environment.
• Experience of running low level tenders with a working knowledge of public sector procurement law and experience of managing lower-level contracts and monitoring and improving performance and mitigating risks
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel with solid working knowledge of PowerPoint and MS Word.
• Appreciation of working in a political environment and an ability to understand and respond to different perspectives.

Desirable:

• Strong communication; verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Strong customer focus with a drive to provide a valued service.
• A positive attitude: a 'can do' approach, good work ethic and willingness to learn
• Interest in pursuing a career in procurement and either studying for or wishing to study for CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply) accreditation.

Job Introduction

Store Location: Braintree - George Yard Shopping Centre

Store Hours: 42.5

With a real focus on customer experience and colleague development, our Store Managers are key to driving the success of our stores. As a store manager, you will be responsible for delivering commercial growth and developing a team culture of putting the customer at the heart of everything we do.

Role Responsibility

• You will have overall responsibility for the running of the store, focusing on customer experience, colleague development, and delivering commercial growth in line with our 5-year strategy.
• Putting the customer at the heart of everything we do you will develop a team of colleagues who live and breathe our customer promise and actively seek ways to delight our customers.
• You will coach, train and develop colleagues within your store harnessing their strengths and building on development areas.
• Be proactive in recruiting a team of Assistant Managers, Team Leaders, and Sales Assistants that reflect our values, behaviours with the required skill set to meet our business needs.
• Make commercial decisions around stock availability and merchandising.
• Actively seek contact with key stakeholders to gain a wider understanding of the business
• Providing constructive and beneficial feedback to the store team, District and Regional Managers around store performance and business opportunities to encourage continual growth.

The Ideal Candidate

• You will be as passionate about celebrating our customers’ life moments as we are
• Have previous experience as a store manager within a retail environment working collaboratively with wider stakeholders across the business
• Have experience in leading and developing a team of colleagues
• Be prepared to work towards KPIs in a fast-paced environment

Package Description

Store Location: Braintree - George Yard Shopping Centre

Store Hours: 42.5

With a real focus on customer experience and colleague development, our Store Managers are key to driving the success of our stores. As a store manager, you will be responsible for delivering commercial growth and developing a team culture of putting the customer at the heart of everything we do.

About the Company

Card Factory is the UK’s leading specialist retailer of greetings cards, dressings, and gifts with over one thousand stores across the UK and Ireland.  In 2020 we launched our exciting 5-year business strategy including our vision of becoming a true Omni-channel retailer.  This strategy sees significant investment into our colleagues across the business creating multiple opportunities to join a fast-paced environment and be part of our exciting journey. 

In return, we offer a wide range of benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.

Benefits

• Pension
• 15% Card Factory colleague discount in-store and online
• Save As You Earn scheme
• Financial Wellbeing Support
  • Financial Education Tools
  • Salary Advance
• Seasonal incentive schemes
• Retail Management Apprenticeship Programmes with local providers with access to a virtual internal network for learning together
• Discounted gym membership, mobile phone contracts, and car leasing
• Discounts across 100’s of UK retailers
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to tools to support mental, physical, and financial wellbeing
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption leave

This is an exciting role with genuine prospects for the right candidate. If this role describes you and your career aspirations, click apply now.

For any questions email: vacancies@cardfactory.co.uk (we do not accept CVs/Applications via email)

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once sufficient suitable applications have been received. We advise applying early to avoid disappointment as applications will be reviewed regularly.

No agencies, please.

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Sportswift Ltd T/A Card Factory

Key Duties: Provide a professional, customer focused Procurement service to all user departments. Liaise with internal stakeholders /suppliers and investigates queries, providing assistance and advice as required. Respond to general queries and enquiries in a timely and courteous manner, escalating as appropriate. Negotiate and co-ordinate contract renewals including but not limited to price, contract terms, payment terms, sustainability and added value. Process and/or validate Purchase Orders in line with best practice. Provide clear and expert advice on a range of Purchasing issues including best practice, legislation, and the analysis and interpretation of data, and ensure designated business areas are aware of purchasing processes and procedures. Undertake sourcing of new and alternative products that meet the needs of the business area. The full Job Description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilites of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overwiews, please view the Job Description attachment.

About the opportunity...

Store Manager Designate Opportunity: lead, inspire, and excel – creating amazing value everyday!

As a Store Manager in a dynamic team, you're stepping into more than just a leadership position – you're in a pivotal role in shaping the experiences of your team and the customers you serve. Your day-to-day actions don't just drive sales; they create 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 4 qualification through our apprenticeship programme.
Comprehensive induction plan along with 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) with the option to purchase additional days after two years’ service, plus an extra day off for your Birthday.
In-store discount of 10% along with exclusive discounts through our colleague benefits online portal
All year-round initiatives to recognise and reward our colleagues.
Enhanced Family friendly benefits and life assurance.
Access to Employee Assistance to support your well-being.

Your Impact:

Love our customers:
Providing the highest levels of customer service goes without saying: coach and guide your store teams to ensure everyone provides an excellent customer experience during every interaction.
Your leadership will be the cornerstone of the store's success, Having the Right People in the right place at the right time.

Care for our colleagues:
Create a safe environment for your team and ensure all policies and procedures are followed. Working shoulder to shoulder to lead the team around you, knowing that is what gets you up in the morning.
You're not just managing a team; you're developing people, whether it's through upward growth, internal opportunities, or developing their current role.

Protect the pounds (and euros):
Guiding a team that's as passionate about our goals as you are. Make sure your team understands how they contribute to the commercial objectives of the store and the business.
Having a strategic approach to sales, shrink, and service, ensuring the store operates smoothly and efficiently.

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.

**EARN UP TO £520.125 PER WEEK PLUS GENEROUS BONUS SCHEME PAID ON A WEEKLY BASIS, PERFORMANCE DRIVEN**

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 Waltham Point, EN9 3BZ!

**If you are travelling by public transport, PLEASE make sure that you can get to the warehouse**

Your pay rate as a Warehouse Operative:

• Basic rate: £12.48 per hour - POTENTIAL EARNING OF £468 PER WEEK plus overtime
• Premium night rate from 6PM to 6AM additional £1.79 per hour.
• 30 minute break will be paid

After 6 weeks:

• Basic rate £13.73 per hour
• Premium night rate from 6PM to 6AM additional £1.79 per hour.
• 50 minute break will be paid

Overtime reconciled over a 4-weekly period; threshold 169 hours in a month's period. Whatever is on top of those hours gets paid at £18.48 per hour (£19.87 per hour for night shifts). There is potential of up to 2hrs of overtime available each day!

Typical hours as a full time Warehouse Operative:

• We have a variety of shifts available: 6am - 2pm, 8am - 16pm, 10am - 18pm, 14pm - 22pm, 22pm - 6am
• You will be on a rota for any 5 days per week and expected to work 37.5hrs per week (flexibility will be required)

Your role as a Warehouse Operative:

• Order Picking for a leading grocery retailer using MHE equipment
• Prior to employment, successful candidates must pass a drug & alcohol test
• Ensure all operational manuals and safe systems of work are followed 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 always worn when on duty
• This is a physical job so you must enjoy work of a physical nature such as lifting

What benefits are available as a Warehouse Operative?

• Free on-site parking
• Immediate starts are available
• Opportunities for overtime
• No experience needed - full training provided
• Weekly pay on Friday
• Subsidized canteen
• Paid Breaks
• Potential earning of up to £520.125 per week!

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'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.

Location: Waltham Point, EN9 3BZ.

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 color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual
orientation.

Apply now to become a full time Warehouse Operative!

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

Warehouse Stock Checker - Waltham Abbey - £22,962

The position

• This is a full time permanent position based at our customers distribution centre in Waltham Abbey.
• Rate of pay: £22,962 per annum
• Weekly hours: 37.5 hours plus daily 30-min unpaid break
• Shift Patterns: 5 days out of 7, Shifts between: 12pm-8pm
• 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.

Mobile Warehouse Stock Checker - Colchester - £25,043

Own Car is Required

The position

• This full-time permanent position,you will be responsible for driving around the region based in and around Colchester to complete audits on deliveries.
• Rate of pay: £25,043 per annum
• Weekly hours: 40 hours plus 30 min unpaid break (8.5 hours per day) concessions made to 6 hours per day based on stores visits +50 miles.
• Shift patterns Monday-Friday, within a window of 06:00-16:00
• Working Environment: Ambient
• Full Driving License and access to your own transport is essential.

A day in the life of a Warehouse Stock Operative

As a Mobile Accuracy Checker, 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 our customer store is accurate.

Job activities

• Audit the Inbound accuracy of multiple supplier deliveries at customer store level.
• Audit Picker accuracy of stock arriving at 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 - based around the store delivery window
• Competitive salary with optional pension scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Full training to help you perform at your best
• Recognition Awards and Incentives
• Genuine career progression
• Refer a friend bonus
• 20% discount card for our customer (after a qualification period)

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.
• You will be confident in their ability to add and subtract without the use of a calculator.
• Full Driving License and access to your own transport
• All work may require prolonged periods of standing and all employees will be required to kneel, bend and squat in order to access and work with low and ground level stock.

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.

Warehouse Stock Assistant - Waltham Abbey - £22,962

The position

• This is a full time permanent position based at our customers distribution centre in Waltham Abbey.
• Rate of pay: £22,962 per annum
• Weekly hours: 37.5 hours plus daily 30-min unpaid break
• Shift Patterns: 5 days out of 7, Shifts between: 12pm-8pm
• 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.

Mobile Warehouse Stock Auditor - Colchester - £25,043

Own Car is Required

The position

• This full-time permanent position,you will be responsible for driving around the region based in and around Colchester to complete audits on deliveries.
• Rate of pay: £25,043 per annum
• Weekly hours: 40 hours plus 30 min unpaid break (8.5 hours per day) concessions made to 6 hours per day based on stores visits +50 miles.
• Shift patterns Monday-Friday, within a window of 06:00-16:00
• Working Environment: Ambient
• Full Driving License and access to your own transport is essential.

A day in the life of a Warehouse Stock Operative

As a Mobile Accuracy Checker, 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 our customer store is accurate.

Job activities

• Audit the Inbound accuracy of multiple supplier deliveries at customer store level.
• Audit Picker accuracy of stock arriving at 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 - based around the store delivery window
• Competitive salary with optional pension scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Full training to help you perform at your best
• Recognition Awards and Incentives
• Genuine career progression
• Refer a friend bonus
• 20% discount card for our customer (after a qualification period)

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.
• You will be confident in their ability to add and subtract without the use of a calculator.
• Full Driving License and access to your own transport
• All work may require prolonged periods of standing and all employees will be required to kneel, bend and squat in order to access and work with low and ground level stock.

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.

Warehouse Stock Auditor - Waltham Abbey - £22,962

The position

• This is a full time permanent position based at our customers distribution centre in Waltham Abbey.
• Rate of pay: £22,962 per annum
• Weekly hours: 37.5 hours plus daily 30-min unpaid break
• Shift Patterns: 5 days out of 7, Shifts between: 12pm-8pm
• 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.

The Job

• Working as part of a team providing excellent customer service wherever there is interaction with one of our customers
• Using specialist equipment such as the sawmill, paint mixers and forklifts
• We sell building materials, so there will be an element of manual handling, we can make reasonable adjustments if you need them
• Merchandising stock displays and replenishing shelves across the branch
• 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.

Warehouse Stock Operative - Waltham Abbey - £22,962

The position

• This is a full time permanent position based at our customers distribution centre in Waltham Abbey.
• Rate of pay: £22,962 per annum
• Weekly hours: 37.5 hours plus daily 30-min unpaid break
• Shift Patterns: 5 days out of 7, Shifts between: 12pm-8pm
• 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.

Warehouse - Langford Essex CM9

This is an ASAP starts

Location: Langford Essex

Paying: From £11.44

Temporary role - week to week, with the opportunity to go perm after 13weeks.

Shifts: Monday - Friday - 8.30am - 4pm

HRGO Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced warehouse operatives to work in the Langford Essex area.

This role will involve a variety of tasks to ensure the smooth operations of a busy warehouse.

- Picking: Selecting items from the warehouse based on pick request lists or orders. This often involves using handheld scanners or other technology to ensure accuracy.

- Packing: Preparing items for shipment by securely packing them into boxes or other containers. This includes labeling and sometimes wrapping items to prevent damage during transit.

- Delivery Notes: Creating and managing delivery notes, which are documents that accompany shipments and detail the contents and destination of the package.

- Stock Management: Keeping track of inventory levels, restocking shelves, and ensuring that items are stored correctly

If this is an interest to you, please contact HRGO Recruitment East London Branch on 01708 220023

Please register at www.hrgo.co.uk before contacting.

Warehouse Stock Checker - Waltham Abbey - £22,962

The position

• This is a full time permanent position based at our customers distribution centre in Waltham Abbey.
• Rate of pay: £22,962 per annum
• Weekly hours: 37.5 hours plus daily 30-min unpaid break
• Shift Patterns: 5 days out of 7, Shifts between: 12pm-8pm
• 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.

We are looking for a new Store Manager to lead our store at Braintree Village on a temporary basis to cover long term sickness. This is a temporary full-time position, working on a 40 hours per week contract.

Are you an experienced Retail Store Manager or Assistant Manager with a friendly customer centric style, looking for your next challenge?

Do you pride yourself in hitting your sales targets while motivating and developing a team that’s more like family?

Do you want to work for a growing profitable business with family values & green credentials, where you can make a difference?

We are looking for a driven individual with a passion for excellent customer service, who creates a fun and welcoming store to work in and shop in!

We are third generation family owned and even though we continue to grow, the values and culture ring true, even stronger than ever. In our busy stores, no two days will be the same and the days will fly by quickly with no opportunities to get bored with plenty of opportunity to have fun at work!

Pay, Hours & Benefits for our Store Manager

Up to £32,000 per annum


Generous Staff Discount scheme, some of which can be shared with your family and friends!
Holiday Entitlement which increases with service.
Company Contribution Pension, Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme & Death in service benefit.
Access to the Pavers Foundation: an employee-led grant application and charitable giving scheme
Access to the Pavers Academy: providing career pathways to support our colleagues through online learning, face to face courses, apprenticeship, professional qualifications, and mentoring programmes
Access to wellbeing and financial support through RetailTRUST


Day to Day responsibilities as our Store Manager


Drive the performance of your store, making good commercial decisions, liaising with your area manager and head office teams to get the right product at the right time to maximise the sales.
Lead your team in creating a customer first culture, giving genuine, honest, and knowledgeable advice on our products, giving the best customer service and experience possible.
Motivate and develop yourself and your team to achieve and exceed KPI’s and reach your full potential.
Be self-aware, being able to question, learn, and take responsibility for yourself and the performance of your store.
Live and breathe Pavers DNA, always leading by example.


About Us

Pavers has proudly been established for over 50 years, flourishing as a successful and highly profitable family-run footwear retail business, with a robust presence across the UK and Ireland. We operate over 190 stores, including the renowned Jones Bootmaker and Herring Shoes brands and are continually expanding our store network. In 2021, we were honoured to be recognised as one of the Top Retailers to work for in the UK by Best Companies, holding a top 5 place since 2023 and have maintained a prestigious 3* world class employee engagement in 2023 and 2024. We remain committed to doing the right thing by our people and the planet.

As the first major retailer to achieve Carbon Neutral status in 2021, we continue to uphold this status annually, showcasing our unwavering dedication to sustainability. Through the Pavers Foundation, we have contributed over £2.2 million since 2018, supporting vital causes in health, education, and community sectors.

Our supportive family environment fosters exceptional job satisfaction, ensuring our colleagues are well-cared for. We firmly believe that by investing in our people, we provide the best service to our customers.

If this sounds like the kind of business you’d like to join, we’d love to hear from you - please apply today for the role of Store Manager!