Total 11 Manager level Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory job vacancies in M1 4AL

We are seeking driven Procurement Managers to lead complex procurement activities across a diverse portfolio of projects and services aimed driving change across Greater Manchester, supporting the levelling up of communities with healthy active lives, better access to education and employment.

Your Role

As a Procurement Manager, you’ll be empowered to lead procurement strategy and delivery across a diverse portfolio of categories, partnering with functional teams such Information Services, Bee Network services, Facilities Management and Marketing, and often stakeholders beyond TfGM.

You’ll be working within the regulatory framework of public sector procurement, leading in the development and delivery of complex procurements, with a strong focus on commercial outcomes and on creating a greener, fairer, more prosperous city region.

To find out more, see the job profile below.

Who are we?

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) delivers the transport strategy and commitments for Greater Manchester. We’re facing new and exciting challenges with our delivery of the Bee Network; our fully integrated transport system across Greater Manchester, so it’s never been a better time to join us.

In the Procurement team, we are committed to supporting the delivery of a Greater Manchester transport system that operates safely, sustainably and efficiently. We ensure that our services to the organisation deliver a high-quality transport offer, ultimately improving the experience of the travelling public and supporting healthier and more sustainable choices.

What you’ll bring

What you do and how you do it is important whatever type of role you work in at TfGM and even small behaviours and actions can have a really big impact. At TfGM, our behaviours bring to life our values of Deliver, Care and Adapt.

You will be an experienced procurement professional, knowledgeable in cross functional working, and the development and implementation of procurement strategies. Ideally, you will be MCIPS qualified, and have experience in public sector related procurement activity.

What we can offer you

This is a permanent role with a salary of £46,249 - £51,576 per annum, depending on skills and experience.

Benefits

• 28 days holiday per annum (plus bank holidays)
• Flexible and hybrid working options to promote and support a good work/life balance
• Free bus, rail or Metrolink travel to and from work within the Greater Manchester boundary
• Local Government Defined Benefit Pension Scheme which includes life cover of 3x your salary and options to increase your pension contributions
• Commitment to learning and personal development and upskilling with reimbursement of professional fees, where essential to the role
• We promote good physical and mental health and can provide additional support to staff via our employee assistance programme when required

What's next?

To apply please submit your CV and also provide a covering letter providing clear examples of how your experience meets the requirements of the role, all appointments will be based on merit. Our short-listing process is anonymised, so please do not include your name or contact details on either of these documents. If any personal details are included these will be visible to the hiring manager.

TfGM is proud to be an equal opportunities employer that encourages and celebrates diversity. We want to recruit and retain a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcome individuals from all backgrounds by committing to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We will offer support and reasonable adjustments if required and we also have a Guaranteed Assessment Scheme which you can find out more information on here.

For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Please note we are not a licensed sponsor.

Please note we may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Job profile

Role overview

Join Our Leadership Team: Store Manager Position Open in Manchester!

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

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

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

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

What we offer our Store Managers:

* A salary of up to circa £32,000 plus bonus opportunity
* Workplace Pension
* 30 days annual leave with accrual of additional leave for long service plus option to purchase additional days.
* 10% discount across both Heron Foods and B&M stores; double discount weekends throughout the year.
* Money off a range of products and services via BenefitHub.
* Free, confidential wellbeing support via our employee assistance programme
* 24/7 online access to a GP for you and your family (partner and children up to aged 21).
* Access to BenefitHub for you and your family for exclusive deals and discounts on everyday purchases, eating out, family days
out, financial services etc.
* Ongoing learning and career development including on-the-job training, eLearning or apprenticeships.
* Reward and recognition schemes and celebration of long service & work anniversaries.



Store Manager Essential skills and/or experience:

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



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

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

Role overview

Join Our Leadership Team: Store Manager Position Open in Manchester!

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

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

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

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

What we offer our Store Managers:

* A salary of up to circa £32,000 plus bonus opportunity
* Workplace Pension
* 30 days annual leave with accrual of additional leave for long service plus option to purchase additional days.
* 10% discount across both Heron Foods and B&M stores; double discount weekends throughout the year.
* Money off a range of products and services via BenefitHub.
* Free, confidential wellbeing support via our employee assistance programme
* 24/7 online access to a GP for you and your family (partner and children up to aged 21).
* Access to BenefitHub for you and your family for exclusive deals and discounts on everyday purchases, eating out, family days
out, financial services etc.
* Ongoing learning and career development including on-the-job training, eLearning or apprenticeships.
* Reward and recognition schemes and celebration of long service & work anniversaries.



Store Manager Essential skills and/or experience:

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



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

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

Assistant Manager, Bexley/Dartford

You're probably already familiar with this household name paint brand and its adorable mascot, but have you considered working for them? If you're a people person with the drive to deliver excellent customer service, they've got just the job for you.

The Role

Their decorator centre in Bexley/Dartford is looking for a new Assistant Manager. Working closely with the Store Manager, you'll support them with day-to-day operations, as well as the development, engagement and motivation of store colleagues, helping them deliver a great customer experience. You'll also take on an account manager role, forming close partnerships with key customers and ensuring they receive expert advice, exceptional service and a perfect cuppa every time they shop with them.

They're looking for someone with a positive attitude and the energy to get things done. Someone hungry to learn new things, who's keen to make something of their career, and finds fulfilment in seeing others thrive. An inspiring leader who isn't afraid of responsibility and enjoys going above and beyond to make a customer's day.

Sound like you but don't know anything about decorating? Don't worry. You bring the passion, and they'll give you the skills.

Why work for this well-known brand?

They aren't just any employer. This reputable business does things differently.

They want you to enjoy your role and see you succeed, so offer a fantastic benefits package and all the training needed to progress in your career. Testament to how happy their staff are, they've been recognised as a Top 100 Employer, achieving Investors In People Gold for their commitment to the development of their people.

Benefits include:

• No evening or Sunday shifts
• 25 days holiday
• Up to 50% off all products sold in store (including family and friends discount)
• A defined contribution pension scheme (they'll pay in double the amount you do!)
• Sales-based bonus schemes
• Flexible yearly benefits suite, allowing you to pick and choose additional benefits (e.g. 'cycle to work' schemes, discounted gym memberships and childcare vouchers)

More about the company

You will be working for a well-known brand that is part of a market-leading global business. They have the largest decorating store network in the UK and see huge successes year-on-year. They currently have over 200 stores, with more opening all the time.

Assistant Store Manager

Salary: £27,000 Per Annum Plus Quarterly Bonus
Location: Bexley/Dartford
Region: South East - 13

Contract Details: Permanent

If you're ready to elevate your career with a wealth of retail experience and a passion for driving sales, our Assistant Store Manager role awaits you at Dulux Decorating Centres. This position is all about partnering with the Store Manager to oversee day-to-day operations, foster the growth of our exceptional store team, and ignite a culture of first-class customer service-all while benefiting from our recent salary increase. Join us and take advantage of a new competitive compensation package that reflects your commitment and achievements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Store Manager for seamless store operations
• Foster the growth and development of store colleagues
• Efficiently manage stock and customer accounts
• Work with colleagues to meet and exceed sales targets
• Inspire and deliver first-class customer service
• Cultivate and maintain strong customer relationships

About You:

• Proven experience in supervising a store and reviewing performance
• Understanding the importance of nurturing and developing a high-performing team
• Ability to motivate and inspire colleagues
• Proficient computer skills and numerical acumen
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Thrives in a collaborative working environment where supporting colleagues is paramount

Our Offer:

• Lucrative sales-based bonus
• No evening or Sunday shifts
• 25 days of holiday
• Pension Scheme with a generous contribution match
• Up to 50% store discount (extended to family and friends)
• Comprehensive training and continuous career development
• A fantastic flexible benefits scheme, including cycle to work and discounted gym membership

About Dulux Decorating Centres: As the UK's largest paint and decorating merchant, Dulux Decorating Centres has over 230 nationwide stores, forming part of the AkzoNobel group-a world expert in coatings and home to some of the UK's favourite brands. At Dulux Decorating Centres, we pride ourselves on doing things differently, fostering your success with a remarkable benefits package and the training needed for career progression. Recognized as a Top 100 Employer with 'Investors in People-Gold' accreditation, we prioritize a healthy work-life balance and mental well-being, offering flexible working options for all roles. Join us in redefining success!

For more information and to apply, please click on the apply button.

Assistant Store Manager

Salary: £25,100 Per Annum Plus Quarterly Bonus
Location: Bexley/Dartford
Region: South East - 13

Contract Details: Permanent

If you are ready for a new challenge, with some experience in supporting a successful retail team and growing sales, then our Assistant Store Manager position with Dulux Decorator Centre is for you. This role is all about supporting the Store Manager with the day-to-day running of the store, nurturing, and developing store colleagues and inspiring first-class customer service.

The role

• Support the Store Manager with the day-to-day running of the store
• Nurture & develop store colleagues
• Manage stock & customer accounts
• Collaborate with colleagues to achieve sales targets
• Inspire first class customer service
• Build & maintain strong customer relationships

About you

• Experience of assisting running a store and reviewing performance
• Understands the importance of nurturing & developing a team
• Ability to motivate & inspire colleagues
• Confident using a computer and good with numbers
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
• Calm under pressure
• Enjoys a collaborative working environment where supporting colleagues is key

What we offer

We take pride in our work-place culture and our reward package includes:

• fantastic sales-based bonus
• no evening or Sunday shifts
• 25 days holiday
• A Pension Scheme that doubles what you pay in
• up to 50% store discount (including family & friends)
• full training provided and ongoing career development
• a fantastic flexible benefit scheme, including cycle to work and discounted gym membership

About Dulux Decorator Centres

Dulux Decorator Centre is the UK's largest paint & decorating merchant. With over 230 stores nationwide, we supply the public and trade with all the decorating supplies and advice they need. We are part of the AkzoNobel group, a world expert in making coatings and home to some of the UK's favourite brands.

However, we aren't just any employer. At Dulux Decorator Centre, we do things differently. We want to see you succeed, offering a fantastic benefits package and all the training you need to progress in your career. We have been recognised as a Top 100 Employer and have achieved 'Investors in People-Gold' for our commitment to nurturing the many talents of our people.

We are advocates of a healthy work life balance and mental wellbeing. We are happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles.

Assistant Manager, Bexley/Dartford

You're probably already familiar with this household name paint brand and its adorable mascot, but have you considered working for them? If you're a people person with the drive to deliver excellent customer service, they've got just the job for you.

The Role

Their decorator centre in Bexley/Dartford is looking for a new Assistant Manager. Working closely with the Store Manager, you'll support them with day-to-day operations, as well as the development, engagement and motivation of store colleagues, helping them deliver a great customer experience. You'll also take on an account manager role, forming close partnerships with key customers and ensuring they receive expert advice, exceptional service and a perfect cuppa every time they shop with them.

They're looking for someone with a positive attitude and the energy to get things done. Someone hungry to learn new things, who's keen to make something of their career, and finds fulfilment in seeing others thrive. An inspiring leader who isn't afraid of responsibility and enjoys going above and beyond to make a customer's day.

Sound like you but don't know anything about decorating? Don't worry. You bring the passion, and they'll give you the skills.

Why work for this well-known brand?

They aren't just any employer. This reputable business does things differently.

They want you to enjoy your role and see you succeed, so offer a fantastic benefits package and all the training needed to progress in your career. Testament to how happy their staff are, they've been recognised as a Top 100 Employer, achieving Investors In People Gold for their commitment to the development of their people.

Benefits include:

• No evening or Sunday shifts
• 25 days holiday
• Up to 50% off all products sold in store (including family and friends discount)
• A defined contribution pension scheme (they'll pay in double the amount you do!)
• Sales-based bonus schemes
• Flexible yearly benefits suite, allowing you to pick and choose additional benefits (e.g. 'cycle to work' schemes, discounted gym memberships and childcare vouchers)

More about the company

You will be working for a well-known brand that is part of a market-leading global business. They have the largest decorating store network in the UK and see huge successes year-on-year. They currently have over 200 stores, with more opening all the time.

Your new company
A well-known organisation within the public sector who has an excellent reputation in the Northwest. They have recently been in the local press about an exciting new project they have undertaken. They offer hybrid and flexible working, career progression, a friendly and supportive team, as well as a generous benefits package.
Your new role
You will be leading and managing a defined portfolio of commodities and to act as the primary commercial representative for those commodities to deliver savings; improved performance; the best whole life cost and minimised risk to the organisation.
What you\'ll need to succeed
- Previous public sector procurement experience is essential
- Experience within FM & IT/Tech categories is essential
- Experience managing OJEU tenders
- Experience of end to end procurement
- Knowledge and understanding of PCR2015
- Ability to work within a team environment
- Ability to work independently and self-motivate
- High level of communication and negotiation skills
- Stakeholder management experience
What you\'ll get in return
- Flexible working
- Hybrid working
- Career progression
- Generous pension package
What you need to do now
If you\'re interested in this role, click \'apply now\' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn\'t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Your new company

A fantastic opportunity to work for a leading and renowned food manufacturing organisation who have over 4,000 employees across the UK with over 15 manufacturing sites. If you are a experienced Procurement professional who has indirect procurement experience then this could be the perfect opportunity for you to elevate your career and grow with a reputable business.

Your new role

• Reporting directly into the Head of Procurement you will take the lead on implementing and developing the sourcing strategy to deliver value for the business.
• Manage multiple stakeholders across a wide range of indirect categories whilst being involved with resolving operational issues within each category.
• You will focus on developing and procuring a number of categories which will include MHE - forklifts. Returnables - pallets, MRO Parts, Couriers, Water - incoming, effluent and Lab Consumables & Services.

What you\'ll need to succeed

• To succeed in this role it is essential to have indirect procurement experience in one of the above categories.
• Strong stakeholder management/negotiation skills
• Ideally you will have experience supporting Operations/Manufacturing Teams through indirect sourcing strategies.
• Ability to 'think outside the box'

What you\'ll get in return

• Competitive salary up to £60,000 (DOE)
• Fully remote working
• £5460 car allowance
• 25 days holiday + public holidays
• 5% bonus
• Private medical insurance
• Option to buy & sell holidays

What you need to do now
If this role sounds of interest or you may know someone, please respond with an updated copy of your CV.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
A well-known organisation within the public sector who has an excellent reputation in the Northwest. They have recently been in the local press about an exciting new project they have undertaken. They offer hybrid and flexible working, career progression, a friendly and supportive team, as well as a generous benefits package.
Your new role
You will be leading and managing a defined portfolio of commodities and to act as the primary commercial representative for those commodities to deliver savings; improved performance; the best whole life cost and minimised risk to the organisation.
What you'll need to succeed
- Previous public sector procurement experience is essential
- Experience within FM & IT/Tech categories is essential
- Experience managing OJEU tenders
- Experience of end to end procurement
- Knowledge and understanding of PCR2015
- Ability to work within a team environment
- Ability to work independently and self-motivate
- High level of communication and negotiation skills
- Stakeholder management experience
What you'll get in return
- Flexible working
- Hybrid working
- Career progression
- Generous pension package
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company

A fantastic opportunity to work for a leading and renowned food manufacturing organisation who have over 4,000 employees across the UK with over 15 manufacturing sites. If you\'re an experienced Procurement professional who has indirect procurement experience then this could be the perfect opportunity for you to elevate your career and grow with a reputable business.

Your new role

• Reporting directly into the Head of Procurement you will take the lead on implementing and developing the sourcing strategy to deliver value for the business.
• Manage multiple stakeholders across a wide range of indirect categories whilst being involved with resolving operational issues within each category.
• You will focus on developing and procuring a number of categories which will include Returnables - pallets, MRO Parts, Couriers, Water - incoming, effluent and Lab Consumables & Services.

What you\'ll need to succeed

• To succeed in this role it is essential to have indirect procurement experience in one of the above categories.
• Strong stakeholder management/negotiation skills
• Ideally you will have experience supporting Operations/Manufacturing Teams through indirect sourcing strategies.
• Ability to 'think outside the box'

What you\'ll get in return

• Competitive salary up to £60,000
• Fully remote working
• £5460 car allowance
• 25 days holiday + public holidays
• 5% bonus
• Private medical insurance
• Option to buy & sell holidays

What you need to do now
If this role sounds of interest or you may know someone, please respond with an updated copy of your CV.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk