As our next Procurement and Supply Chain Manager, you’ll liaise closely with client procurement managers and supply chain managers within a variety of UK manufacturing businesses, applying versatility and consulting strategically with the senior leadership team and stakeholders. You’ll be at the heart of procurement processes, inventory management, and sales and operations planning (S&OP). Your title will become Procurement & Supply Chain Coach.This is predominantly a remote-based role, working with companies based across the UK.The strength of your key relationships and collaborations will be vital in helping businesses thrive through those lightbulb moments. To make things happen, you’ll need that blend of strategic planning and practical know-how, with a flair for hands-on interaction and collaborative communication.Do you offer senior-level, strategic procurement & supply chain experience? Have you led and delivered projects, from planning through to execution? Are you commercially savvy with the knack and experience of building credibility and buy-in from a CEO right down to the shop floor?If so, your next career step could be joining our mission to champion UK manufacturing enterprises through training, coaching, and mentoring. We spearhead transformational projects and deliver tailored solutions for our clients' unique objectives and obstacles.The Opportunity…This isn’t about being the hero and showing clients how it's done! As business transformation coaches, we don’t waltz in and rewrite the rulebook; instead, we harness and hone our clients' great ideas and goals, transfer knowledge, and develop theories and optimise processes. A focal point will be your ability to build rapport, engage your clients, and earn their trust and respect. You can expect to be working remotely, travelling to clients across the UK, four or five days a week. This is a nuanced, relationship-based role, and you’ll be entrusted to manage and organise your workload.Our values are delivered in everything we do through integrity, inspiration, and purpose. We place our trust in the expertise of our team and encourage collaborative efforts to exchange best practices. Our pride lies in our reputation for wholeheartedly celebrating victories and progress, driven by a genuine passion for influencing positive change.The Benefits…
Enhanced Company PensionPrivate medical insuranceThe full benefits package will be discussed with shortlisted candidates
You…To be a great fit for this role if:
You have experience working within UK manufacturing businessesYou have a background in procurement & Supply chain, operating at a senior levelYou have a deep understanding of how a business operates, from a commercial and operations perspectiveYou are prepared to work across the UK and potentially be prepared to spend four nights a week away
Interested…?Click ‘Apply’. Your CV will be reviewed by our recruitment partner, and all applicants will receive a follow-up email requesting additional information related to the role.Shortlisted candidates who meet the key requirements will be contacted for an informal telephone call. During this call, we will provide full details about the position and the benefits package before deciding together whether to proceed with a formal application for this job opportunity.Unsuccessful candidates will also receive communication regarding their application status.....Read more...
Are you an experienced Customer Services Manager, Office Manager, Administrative Lead, or Member Services Manager? Can you take ownership of administrative process whilst supporting customers and building relationships? If this description fits, then let Informed Recruitment help you achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity as a Member Services. Informed Recruitment are a specialist provider of resource to the Construction & Property Technology markets, we are delighted to be partnering with a Social Enterprise undertaking an exciting expansion and looking to bolster their customer service provision.The objective of the role will be to support departments heads to ensure outstanding customer services are provided to customer and supply chain partners. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include engaging with and supporting members; drafting, sending, tracking & chasing new membership packs, as well as member reviews packs for existing members; compiling management, operational, and supply chain reports; the identification of potential new members as well as competitor analysis; attending member and operational meetings; spend monitoring; attending conferences and events; drafting social media content and managing bulk email communications; maintaining audit files; taking ownership of the accounts of smaller members; supporting contract pack creating; and identifying additional opportunities with which to support members.BackgroundWell-trodden paths into this role include:
Construction and Development – managing customer service, accounts, or administration for construction companies, development & regeneration, or modular builders.
Customer Services / Account Management – A successful track record as an account management/customer success management/customer service management professional with a successful track record of looking after customers, building relationships, and promoting services. Any experience of working with procurement frameworks or within the housing or property sectors would be beneficial.
Office Manager – Experience in taking responsibility of the smooth running of office processes and documentation to provide a seamless and efficient customer experience.
Property background - Experience as a Social Housing professional with subject matter expertise in Assets, Property Services, Development or Building Safety looking for a new challenge.
Supply Chain/Merchants - Experience working within the supply chain providing materials, goods, and services to the Housing, Construction, Building Safety, Asset Management, &/or Property services sectors with knowledge of the relevant goods, services, prices, and people.
Essential Skills
Self-starter with a positive approach with a background in customer services or account management.
A consultative approach based on looking after customers, building positive relationships, and with the ability to turn ideas into action and results.
The ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
A good understanding of creating value and managing costs.
The ability to engage with prospective customers at conferences, seminars, and workshops.
Strong MS Office skills.
Highly Desirable / Will Strengthen Application
Experience of the current Construction, or Property Asset Management market(s), including current issues within development, compliance, building safety, property services, construction, and/or property asset management.
A base understanding of procurement
As an individual you will be an excellent communicator, adept at liaising at all levels with a variety of stakeholders. You will also be highly analytical with a keen eye for problem solving and meticulous attention to detail & record keeping. This role is hybrid based, with some time spent in an office in Birmingham, some time working from home. Other team members are based in South Birmingham and Worcestershire. This is an exciting time to join the organisation and your contribution will certainly be felt, in return you will receive a very competitive salary, car allowance, life assurance, healthcare and benefits package with a generous holiday allowance. Interviews are available now, so please apply without delay to secure your slot!
Informed Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Agency in respect to this vacancy as defined by the Employment Agencies Act. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Informed Recruitment is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests’. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website.....Read more...
Support the operation on a daily basis
Support the planning, organisation, admin and strategic running of the operation
Get exposure to your customer, site, operation to gain a real understanding of logistics
Training:
You'll have a dedicated job role on site, so most of your training will be done on the job
Outside of that you'll be at Leeds Trinity University and the Supply Chain Academy in Upminster every couple of months
Training Outcome:
This is a fast track 4 year programme to senior management roles such as Transport Manager, Warehouse Manager, Operations Manager and beyond
Employer Description:XPO is a leading provider of world-class solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.Working Hours :Monday to Friday. Shift pattern will depend on site but either a morning or afternoon shift.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
Reporting to the Branch Manager, duties will include:
Provide admin and operational support to Operational Department, allowing Supervisor to pass operational work back to branch
Work closely with internal and external customers
Use of Next Gen/MS office as requested
Invoicing and job costing
Customs Entries
Assist in all aspects of the operation where/when required
Focus on customer service
Regular customer communication / meetings and business reviews
Ensure all reports including internal and customer specific are completed within the deadline
Resolve queries from customers and suppliers
Operate within companies QA system
Any other tasks as directed by their Supervisor or line manager
Admin as required
Ensure Best Practice models are adopted throughout the department
All other tasks as requested by management
Training:
On the job training delivered by the employer
Apprentices without Level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the end point assessment
For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement, the apprenticeships English and mathematics minimum requirement is Entry Level 3
Allocation of an apprenticeship delivery coach who will carry out regular training
Assessment and support visits to ensure you acquire new learning, knowledge skills and behaviours in order to progress and develop
Identify, track and support 6 hours off the job training activities
Quarterly formal progress review meetings, identifying learning achievements and next steps
Training Outcome:
Upon successfully completing the apprenticeship we envisage a full time role being offered
Employer Description:GEODIS Freight Forwarding UK Ltd supplies and combines freight services, information management and added value into integrated solutions. As part of the GEODIS Group, GEODIS Freight Forwarding supports GEODIS’ capacity to offer customers one partner to solve their supply chain challenges worldwide. It has revenues of 2 billion euro’s and more than 5000 employees working in 45 countries around the world.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.30pm with 1 hour lunch.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working....Read more...
Assist in the development, maintenance and improvement of the Quality Management System
Create and update quality documentation to support operational excellence
Participate in internal audits to ensure compliance with QMS standards
Support external audits conducted by customers or certification bodies
Perform inspection, measurements and verification tasks on products and processes
Conduct in-house calibrations and maintain the calibration register
Assist in root cause analysis and problem - solving activities
Collect, analyse and report on quality-related data
Help manage and resolve non-conformances effectively
Training:This is a level 4 Quality Practitioner apprenticeship delivered over a period of 21-months.
The apprentice would be required to attend the training centre for a one-week block, followed by 7 x 1 day per week workshops at the training centre and attending meetings with an assessor, at the company, one day per month.
The training provider is In-Comm Training Services. You will attend the Aldridge WS9 8UG site.Training Outcome:A full-time role as a quality practitioner within the company.Employer Description:Welbilt (Halesowen) Ltd - Multiplex UK is one of Europe’s leading manufacturers and suppliers of cooling and dispense equipment to the beverage industry. Our unrivalled knowledge has been gained by serving customers internationally for over 40 years, in over 50 countries. Our efforts are coordinated from our headquarters in Halesowen, West Midlands, with a network of distributors throughout Europe to support us.
We are committed to research and development within our manufacturing facility so we are continually able to offer our customers sustainable, reliable technology in our product lines. As a result of this, we offer the market a wide range of products and services, always aiming to exceed our customers' changing expectations. At Multiplex UK, we work in partnership with our customers to ensure we fully understand their needs, so they can deliver even more flexible solutions to theirs.
Our key focus is on soft drink and beer cooling, as well as beverage dispense. We have a comprehensive range of coolers and dispense units to suit any application within the pub and chain restaurant environment. We also supply an extensive range of spares and accessories to all major soft drinks and brewing companies.Working Hours :Monday - Thursday, 8.00am- 5.00pm. Friday, 8.00am - 1.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Interaction with others,Proactive work ethic,Desire to learn new skills,Self motivated and driven,Keen to learn and develop,Detail orientated,Resilient....Read more...
Warehouse Operations Supervisor - Level 3 apprenticeshipDSV CONTRACT LOGISTICS LIMITEDStaffordshire DE12 8AASalary: £14,526.20 for your first year, then could increase depending on your ageNational Minimum Wage rate for apprenticesTraining course Transport and warehouse operations supervisor (level 3)Hours: Full time on a rota, 37 hours a weekStart date: Monday 1 September 2025Duration: 1 year 3 monthsClosing date: Friday 15 August 2025 at 11:59pmSummaryAs a Transport & Warehouse Operations Supervisor Apprentice you'll fast-track your career in logistics! Over 12-18 months, you'll develop the skills to lead teams, manage transport & warehouse operations, ensuring smooth, safe, & efficient delivery. You’ll gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment — all while earning and learning.Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.What you'll do at work
Responsible for the operation of the Warehouse function. Supporting the Management Team with the day-to-day operation of the warehouse, responsible for a team of operators and ensuring an efficient warehouse operation in achieving business targets.Provide line management to the team, coordinating their workloads, providing support to ensure that the team delivers.Monitoring any issues and ensuring production targets, KPIs, and quality standards are achieved, in order to meet the requirements of the customer.Develop the team by focusing on individual performance and support requirements to achieve high standards, whilst fostering a culture of working safely. The ideal candidate must be driven and want progression throughout DSV
Where you'll workUnit 6 Mercia Park Hill Top Way Stretton on Le Field MeashamSwadlincoteStaffordshireDE12 8AATrainingApprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.Training providerSEETEC BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY CENTRE LIMITEDTraining courseTransport and warehouse operations supervisor (level 3)What you'll learn
Course contentsTraining scheduleTransport and Warehouse Operations Supervisor Level 3On-the-job training delivered by the employer.
Apprentices without Level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the end point assessment. For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement, the apprenticeship English and Mathematics minimum requirement is Entry Level 3.Allocation of an apprenticeship delivery coach who will carry out regular training.Assessment and support visits to ensure you acquire new learning, knowledge, skills and behaviours in order to progress and develop. Identify, track and support 6-hours of off-the-job training activities. Quarterly formal progress review meetings, identifying learning achievements and next steps.RequirementsDesirable qualificationsGCSE in:
English (grade A-C (4-9))Maths (grade A-C (4-9))
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.Skills
Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsTime efficiencyUnderstanding of CargoWrite
About this employerAs a global freight forwarder, DSV provides and manages supply chain solutions for thousands of companies every day. Whether you are a small family-run businesses or large global corporation we focus on keeping your supply chains flowing through operational excellence and sustainable growth. This is at the core of our purpose, vision and mission.Company benefits
Enhanced Annual Leave EntitlementSalary Sacrifice Car and Cycle SchemeWeCare App, for support with physical and mental wellbeing, including access to GPsLifeWorks appLife InsuranceEyecare Voucher Scheme
After this apprenticeshipAfter successful completion of the apprenticeship, the potential of a permanent position with DSV.The contact for this apprenticeship is: SEETEC BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY CENTRE LIMITEDJess SmithThe reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000332273.Apply now INDLS ....Read more...