http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-listing.aspxThe latest from SupplyChainOnline.Copyright (C) SupplyChainOnline Limited5South Gloucestershire Council is recognised as an excellent authority and the Strategic Procurement Manager will be the new professional procurement expert for the Council. The Strategic Procurement Manager’s role will be to carry out procurement for the Chief Executive & Corporate Resources Directorate and to be the professional lead for the four directorate hubs of the Council. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining coherent and effective strategies and procedures and providing challenge and guidance to ensure compliance with these is embedded across the Council. The ability to establish and maintain effective external working relationships with other organisations and agencies is also crucial. This is an important new strategic role within the Council with responsibility for driving, delivering and reporting on the Council's procurement strategies and activities to ensure all procurement is via the most appropriate and economically advantageous route. You will need to hold a relevant degree or equivalent qualification with a minimum level 6 MCIPS. You will have substantial managerial experience organising and co-coordinating business support services with experience of controlling financial expenditure to provide best value for money. You will also need a proven commercial awareness and customer focused approach with excellent interpersonal and people skills to build relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders. This will be a demanding and exciting role, and presents a significant opportunity for the right candidate. To request an application pack please email: southgloucestershire@penna.com If you would like to have a confidential discussion about this role, please contact our retained consultant at Penna Executive Search: Liz Holderness on 07717 810481. Closing date: Friday 21st February 2012http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76057Thu, 2 Feb 2012 16:06:18 GMTOverview Are you looking for a chance to make a real difference and challenge processes within an award winning Supply Chain - one who has the highest employee engagement scores in the UK? This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional with exceptional interpersonal and influencing skills, and proven experience of implementing change with a Continuous Improvement approach to drive efficiency. About us RS Components is the world’s largest high service distributor of electronics and maintenance products and the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc. Serving 1.5 million customers worldwide through operations in 29 countries and 17 warehouses, the Group distributes over 500,000 products ranging from semiconductors and optoelectronics to power tools and protective clothing. The product and service portfolio supports the entire product lifecycle from R&D through pre-production to maintenance and repair, shipping more than 40,000 parcels on the same day the orders are received. About the role You’ll be supporting business growth by facilitating the introduction and managing availability of New Products, collaborating with Product Management and Purchasing colleagues to ensure that our investment in NPI is appropriate to meet both service related targets and stock reserve targets for Europe. You’ll be actively seeking and implementing process and policy improvements to drive efficiency, optimise inventory and maximise customer service. Working with Supply Chain Logistics to ensure that the inbound process is efficient, and with Supply Chain Planning colleagues to address vendor related issues affecting ongoing supply of NPI. You’ll also be responsible for the effective handover of articles to ensure ongoing stock and service targets are realised, managing the end to end purchase order process to ensure that vendor arrears and delivery on time targets are realised – in order to meet service level, stock turn and stock reserve targets for Europe. What we’re looking for · A ‘true’ team leader with a passion for people · Experience of CI techniques to drive efficiency · Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to drive change · Effective interpersonal skills, planning & organising, negotiation skills and problem solving. · Able to perform work load planning for self and others. · Good working knowledge of Microsoft Packages including Excel, Word and Powerpoint · HNC Business studies or equivalent. · A ‘can do / will do’ attitude with high service level standards · Proven experience of Supply Chain and inventory management tools, techniques and principles, Inventory Management systems and processes and Product Lifecycle Management extremely advantageous What we can offer In return, we offer an outstanding benefits package, which includes pension scheme, childcare vouchers, life assurance, flexible working and career development to rival any global organisation. We provide a healthy work/life balance, along with a fulfilling and rewarding long term career. How to apply Please apply online and upload your CV. Further information; please contact Alison Birch in the HR Resourcing Team on 01536 405520 External candidates will be subject to successful pre-employment screening.http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76026Wed, 1 Feb 2012 16:30:19 GMTGLOBAL SOURCING DIRECTOR “Industrial B2B manufacturing – A critical supply chain transformation role” UK, Netherlands, or other European locations will be considered This company is a long established and very successful Global leader in its specialist B2B manufacturing sector. The division supplies product solutions to a wide variety of customers Worldwide across many sectors from its plants and operating locations in Europe, the US and further east. Following rapid expansion, and with more planned, there is now a need to focus on transforming the complete supply chain into a world class level/model sharing best practice and optimising synergies across all units. Currently there are a variety of local arrangements encompassing sourcing, logistics, planning, IT, with little standardisation. The Global Sourcing Director will be a member of a completely new Global supply chain leadership team charged with transforming the supply chain more or less from scratch that will realise substantial benefits in terms of costs, quality, reliability, forecasting, planning, inventory, standardisation and reduction of SKU’s, lead times, service levels and competitiveness. The Role • Contribute to and drive the development and implementation of the transformational change programme to achieve the overall Global sourcing and supply chain strategy • Build, lead and develop the sourcing organisation and a high quality collaborative and flexible sourcing excellence team • Identify new supply sources and develop sourcing strategies to optimise margins and strategic supplier relationships • Develop and negotiate beneficial contract structures with suppliers and manage Global sourcing contracts where appropriate • Establish a market intelligence function on supply market economics, global commodity price trends, and new supply source. • Participation in new product innovation, standardisation and substitute raw materials. • Partner with market manufacturing supply chain teams to ensure the use of World class sourcing practices and procedures • Partner with corporate supply chain colleagues to achieve Group wide sourcing benefits The Profile • A minimum of 10 years strategic sourcing experience gained manufacturing companies, maybe FMCG, automotive or industrial, but renowned for leading edge sourcing and supply chain practices. Consultancy backgrounds will be useful provided it is combined with operational strategic sourcing experience • A demonstrable track record of designing, implementing and delivering transformational change management initiatives resulting in improved productivity and cost performance • Strong leader with 5+years of people management experience ideally including multi-country, multi-cultural and remote teams managing individual performance including managers • Proven ability to operate successfully within an international matrix organisation including cross-functional integration with commercial, finance and other supply chain specialisms to drive innovation and gain competitive advantage • Strong project/programme management skills essential • Self-motivated and resourceful with a strong drive to achieve coupled with an entrepreneurial , collaborative, team-orientated approach and demonstrable strategic and intellectual thinking and capability • Experience in sourcing petroleum based raw materials or other similar commodities subject to fluctuating prices is useful • A first degree is essential and a Masters desirable • Fluent English is essential, ideally with another language, and the ability and willingness to travel in order to deliver this high profile global transformation programme Location for this role is flexible either in the UK (London or close to another major airport) or the Netherlands, other mainland European locations may be considered. If you believe you can rise to the challenge, please contact us for a confidential discussion, without delay by emailing your CV for the attention of Roheela Khan or Martin Veasey to applications@martinveasey.com quoting reference 1112-15. Telephone 00 44 1905 381320 www.martinveasey.comhttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75979Wed, 1 Feb 2012 00:21:35 GMTCommutable from Northampton, Leicestershire, Warwickshire, Derbyshire, Cambridgeshire, Milton Keynes, Warwickshire, South Birmingham Our client is a leading international company with headquarters in Europe. It has a reputation for excellence as a creator and manufacturer worldwide, partnering with best-selling global household and food and beverage brands. As a result of international expansion, our client has recently established a Supply Chain Centre of Excellence in the UK. Our client has a wide range of product categories which are produced in house and also via third party manufacturing partners. Its supply chain is characterised by large volumes of raw materials, a high number of SKU’s and extensive material movements between in house and third party sites. This makes the supply chain extremely complex. This is a high profile, internally focused role, combining a mix of hands on analysis utilising SAP, Excel and Crystal Reporting with a strategic influencing role driven from the Centre of Excellence, to the global regional teams, highlighting best practice supply planning, inventory management and scheduled production adherence. This will entail regular presentations, persuasion, influencing and collaborative meetings at all levels internally, in order to execute process improvements initiatives that will drive significant increases in overall inventory and supply planning performance and efficiencies. Specifically you will strategically: • Work with process owners to ensure project gains • Facilitate and share best practice • Define, develop and document process improvements • Define indicators to analyse accuracy of implementations • Deliver the business case/expected benefits from each analytical project Operationally you will: • Deploy your high level analytical capabilities to direct and collect data and conduct experiments for improvement projects • Propose changes to increase performance of KPI’s and SLA’s • Analyse, identify and propose predictive analytical processes • Adjust analytics environment to execute potential improvements and their impact • Escalate issues and risk whilst proposing solutions for them The Ideal Applicant will be University Degree educated ideally in a numerate/analytical subject and will possess a supply chain and logistical analysis track record gained within retail or manufacturing. This experience should ideally have been within a SAP environment and you will be an advanced Excel user with expertise in inventory/supply/production planning models and parameters. You will also be adept at agreeing and monitoring inventory and supply planning targets and KPI’s. Relocation assistance may be considered. To apply, without delay, please email your CV, in word format, for the attention of Roheela Khan quoting reference 1201-31 to applications@martinveasey.com Telephone 00 44 1905 381 320 www.martinveasey.comhttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75978Wed, 1 Feb 2012 00:17:30 GMTCommutable from Northampton, Leicestershire, Warwickshire, Derbyshire, Cambridgeshire, Milton Keynes, Warwickshire, South Birmingham Our client is a leading international company with headquarters in Europe. It has a reputation for excellence as a creator and manufacturer worldwide, partnering with best-selling global household and food and beverage brands. As a result of international expansion, our client has recently established a Supply Chain Centre of Excellence in the UK. Our client has a wide range of product categories which are produced in house and also via third party manufacturing partners. Its supply chain is characterised by large volumes of raw materials, a high number of SKU’s and extensive material movements between in house and third party sites. This makes the supply chain extremely complex. This is a high profile role, combining a mix of hands on analysis utilising SAP, Excel and Crystal Reporting with a strategic influencing role driven from the Centre of Excellence, to the global regional teams, highlighting best practice supply planning and supplier performance management. This will entail regular presentations, persuasion, influencing and collaborative meetings at all levels both internally and externally to ensure optimum sourcing and supplier performance in terms of delivery lead time and OTIF between global sites. You will undertake indepth analysis of raw material stock out ratios, inventory levels, cost to serve, logistics costs, supplier punctuality and lead times and raw material obsolescence. Specifically you will strategically: • Work with process owners to ensure project gains • Facilitate and share best practice • Define, develop and document process improvements • Define indicators to analyse accuracy of implementations • Deliver the business case/expected benefits from each analytical project Operationally you will: • Deploy your high level analytical capabilities to direct and collect data and conduct experiments for improvement projects • Propose changes to increase performance of KPI’s and SLA’s • Analyse, identify and propose predictive analytical processes • Adjust analytics environment to execute potential improvements and their impact • Escalate issues and risk whilst proposing solutions for them The Ideal Applicant will be University Degree educated ideally in a numerate/analytical subject and will possess a supply chain and logistical analysis track record gained within retail or manufacturing or procurement. This experience should ideally have been within a SAP environment and you will be an advanced Excel user. You will have in depth inventory, supply and logistics planning experience. Relocation assistance may be considered. To apply, without delay, please email your CV, in word format, for the attention of Roheela Khan quoting reference 1201-32 to applications@martinveasey.com Telephone 00 44 1905 381 320 www.martinveasey.comhttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75977Wed, 1 Feb 2012 00:15:38 GMTBe part of creating the extraordinary! At Coca Cola Enterprises we thrive on challenge. We deliver innovative global brands and we now require someone to join our highly successful team; someone who will go that extra mile to deliver great results. Bring your drive, enthusiasm and passion and we'll provide the opportunity to succeed! Senior Manager, Procurement - Direct, Packaging A new opportunity exists to develop and execute procurement strategies, negotiation plans and commercial agreements relating to the supply of goods and services to Coca-Cola Enterprises. Reporting into the Associate Director, Strategic Procurement, the role covers purchasing of packaging materials, Associated responsibilities will be to control and limit exposure to price volatility, to provide 5 year cost forecasts to enable effective business planning, lead projects to drive cost/material reduction and drive performance improvement.This role has European scope and there will be a significant need to travel, potentially up to 50%, predominantly in our European territories and can be based at any of the European head office sites, although the preference is GB or Belgium.. Key deliverables: · Decision Making and Leadership - lead relevant functions within CCE Europe in developing strategic procurement plans · Customer Service (product availability) - select and manage a flexible supply base to support current and future requirements · Quality - Select and manage a supply base to consistently meet CCE Europe's quality needs and ensure suppliers meet required standards. · Financial and Budgetary compliance - forecast and negotiate pricing, identify possible cost reductions and deliver agreed reductions · Development of Workforce - develop an appropriate level of commercial awareness, supplier management skills and knowledge of supplier processes . · Company Policy and Business standards - compile legally acceptable documentation to cover all major contractual arrangements and subsequent sign-off by all parties. Qualifications · Degree caliber preferred, significant purchasing/ commercial experience required to lead this category Skills · Strategic thinker · Excellent communication skills (able to influence at a senior level) · Evidence of negotiating complex, high volume transactions · Demonstrate the capacity to evaluate issues analytically and commercially · Significant purchasing experience Previous packaging category experience preferred Strong project and change management skills Languages required: Fluent English essential, other European languages an advantage All CCE roles offer the salary, flexible benefits, great career and development opportunities you'd expect from a global market leader.We believe equal opportunities means inclusion, diversity and fair treatment for all.If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply uploading the most recent version of your CV, closing date for applications is 12th February 2012http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75910Tue, 31 Jan 2012 01:58:57 GMTBe part of creating the extraordinary! At Coca Cola Enterprises we thrive on challenge. We deliver innovative global brands and we now require someone to join our highly successful team; someone who will go that extra mile to deliver great results. Bring your drive, enthusiasm and passion and we'll provide the opportunity to succeed! Do you have the depth of experience, passion and drive to take responsibility for all areas of Quality at our Milton Keynes manufacturing site? Reporting to the QESH Manager, part of European Supply Chain Operations this role manages a team of six direct reports (Quality Co-ordinators, Lab Analysts and Microbiologists) Job Purpose: Be the site expert in Quality and Food Safety and implement Quality and Food Safety policies and standards to ensure the site continues to meet requirements and improve efficiency. Key responsibilities: 1. Define standards for quality testing, working with Manufacturing and Distribution to ensure product quality & food safety. 2. Ensure effective Quality and Food Safety practice in relation to new product development and formulation changes. 3. Lead the team, providing the vision, direction and support to enable them to deliver their objectives and optimise performance. 4. Manage cost control of agreed budget lines and report performance 5. Manage consumer and supplier complaints to ensure branding is maintained 6. Champion site safety policies and best practice to guarantee zero accident behaviour 7. Optimise use of Energy, water and production of solid & liquid waste Qualifications: · Graduate or graduate calibre - ideally with chemistry/food technology qualification Skills and experience: · People leadership and management · Coaching and development in a manufacturing/distribution environment · Food factory experience preferable · Knowledge of legislative and risk management processes · Quality analysis techniques, quality testing methods and technical lab expertise · Investigating customer/supplier complaints Language skills: Proficiency in French, Dutch, Norwegian or Swedish useful but not essential Travel: Under 10% predominantly GB / Europe All CCE roles offer the salary, flexible benefits, great career and development opportunities you'd expect from a global market leader.We believe equal opportunities means inclusion, diversity and fair treatment for all.If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply uploading the most recent version of your CV, closing date for applications is 29th November, 2011http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75909Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:11:36 GMTLeading brands, great people, growth and the reward that comes with it: the raw materials for success are right here. But still, success depends on our skilled management sharing thirst: a thirst for getting more and better from our people and systems, a thirst for pushing limits, and a thirst for the rigour and challenge of a fast moving business. Do you have a personality with the power to influence and connect? Can you sustain the pace to keep on growing? Will you make an impact with your desire to win? We currently have an opportunity for a Quality Coordinator at our Milton Keynes Site. In this pivotal role, you will work as part of our QESH Team and coordinate the implementation and follow-up of Good Manufacturing Process (GMP) and administer customer and consumer complaints to support the site in achieving product quality standards Key responsibilities: * Provide support to delivering key projects on site * Provide administrative support to manage consumer and supplier complaints, investigating and problem-solving to ensure consumers are protected and product integrity and branding is maintained * Co-ordinate the implementation of GMP programs to assure high hygiene standards across the site * Co-ordinate the implementation of the calibration plan to assure that key measuring equipment delivers accurate and precise results * Execute tracking & tracing analyses * Train Lab Technicians * Co-ordinate internal audits to verify that the Quality Policy and testing methods are being applied in Manufacturing and Distribution to assure product quality * Support external auditors with their audit process, providing access to Policy, testing methods and procedures and sampling of activity as required to meet the external audit protocol * Provide advice and support to the team in order to achieve CRS objectives. * Follow site safety policies and best practices to ensure safe-working for self and to protect the safety of colleagues to demonstrate zero accident behaviour * Follow site hygiene standards Qualification: * Quality systems qualification is beneficial and/ or proven experience in this field. Skills and experience: * Practical experience and understanding of Quality Assurance principles * Good project management skills * Excellent organisational skills (in order to coordinate investigations). * Good systems skills, in particular excel * Experience working with both customers and external 3rd parties preferred. All CCE roles offer the salary, flexible benefits, great career and development opportunities you'd expect from a global market leader. We believe equal opportunities means inclusion, diversity and fair treatment for all.If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply uploading the most recent version of your CV, closing date for applications is 10th February, 2012http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75908Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:11:18 GMTOver 300 years of innovation, passion and hard work has kept Twinings at the forefront of the hot drinks industry. But whilst we're proud of our heritage, we're always looking forward, aiming high and constantly looking for new ways to excite and delight people who love our tea. As part of this drive for improvement we are implementing a new ERP system. This project has created a number of opportunities for talented supply chain professionals to join the business on a fixed term contract basis. Initially the roles will be offered as 12 month contracts, but there may be a possibility of extension. The Department The manufacturing facility in Andover produces Twinings' products, predominantly for the UK market, and is currently undergoing a 6m refurbishment as part of the strategic investment in the operation, which has seen production aligned more closely to customer markets globally. The site is dedicated to maintaining the highest levels of quality and operational efficiency, and plays a lead role in the success of the Twinings brand. The Role This position is an exciting secondment. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will contribute to the successful growth of the business through the provision of effective production plans which maximise efficiency, maintaining customer service and plan achievement KPI's. This role is integral to satisfying customer needs and maintaining high standards for quality and quantity. Collaboration with other business areas is a key requisite. You will need to be highly motivated and able to adapt and cope to changing priorities, being able to analyse weekly performance results to the business. Within the role you will be leading a small team, empowering them to make decisions, coaching and developing them and others. Key Duties - Ensure an achievable production schedule is planned for the short term. - Provide a firm four week production schedule which satisfies customer demand whilst falling within committed machine capacities and agreed constraints. - Monitor and report on budget spends by period. - Chair the daily planning meetings with manufacturing teams. - Liaise with central planning and customer services on all issues affecting the fixed plan. - Work with central planning and manufacturing to find ways to accommodate over forecast demand requests. - Liaise with key suppliers and procurement on all aspects of performance. - Generate idea's to drive production efficiency. - Review packaging material and tea stock levels to minimise stock holding. - Investigate losses and gains on packaging materials to minimise waste. - Participate on various projects as required. - Maintain departmental KPI's. - Record and report on all aspects of the production plan on a weekly and monthly basis. - Provide management team with plan performance results by period and year on year. - Accurately record delivery shortfalls and analyse cause to feed back to suppliers at reviews. - Weekly material line side checks, corrections and analysis. - Analyse finished goods losses and write off costs. - Complete vendor rating on supplier delivery and performance. Candidate Requirements - Customer focussed with high standards for quality and quantity - Methodical and with a track record of achieving project goals - Able to adapt to a changing working environment, and able to deal positively with ambiguous situations - Proven in ability to provide direction and co-ordinate action - Able to empower, coach and develop staff - Strong planning and organisational skills, setting clearly defined objectives and planning activities and projects well in advance to take account of changing circumstances - Strong analytical skills, able to seek out and process information from a range of sources, comfortable with complexity and able to probe further when required before making logical and rational judgements - Enthusiastic and able to tackle demanding goals with positivity, able to be flexible to suit the needs of the business - Strategic and always focussed on realising organisational goals - Proven in a similar role within FMCG or similar fast paced manufacturing environment - Working knowledge of production planning tools and manufacturing databases - Experience of a business environment which has high levels of product change - Analytical skills coupled with the ability to make things happen - Customer focus and commercial mentality How To Apply To apply for this position please click on the "apply at our site" below Reference: ADV350700SCO1 Closing Date: 28/02/2012http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75890Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:06:17 GMTThe Gondola Group is the market leader in the UK casual dining sector, operating PizzaExpress, Zizzi and ASK, together with the smaller brands of Milano (PizzaExpress’s brand inIreland), BYRON and Kettner’s. The Group employs approximately 16,500 people, serving almost 40 million meals a year in over 600 restaurants. From high profile, high turnover operations in city centres and shopping complexes to quieter neighbourhood restaurants, each has its own special character - a bit like the people who work for our organisation. A fantastic opportunity has arisen within our Group Supply Chain team for a Coordinator, reporting to the Head of Group Distribution. Working across the different brands - the main aim of the role is to support the Head of Distribution with on-going management of distributors and any key projects within the team, ensuring projects are delivered on time with all necessary objectives being met. Being a pivotal role within the team, your role involves building relationships with suppliers and stakeholders alike to continue to meet the needs of the restaurants, as well as working on ad hoc projects that continually arise. In addition, there will be some UK travel required to visit restaurants and area meetings, with this role being based in our Head Office in Marylebone. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate proven experience within Supply Chain or Logistics, ideally within a retail or FMCG market. This role is not for the faint hearted and needs someone who thrives in a busy, sometimes hectic and fast paced environment with a hands on, proactive rather than reactive approach. In return, you will get to work for an incredible company with a team that recognise and appreciates hard work. If this sounds like the role for you, please apply online to find out more.http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75889Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:46:56 GMTBe part of creating the extraordinary. At Coca Cola Enterprises we thrive on challenge. We deliver innovative global brands and we now require a Team Leader in Labour and Production Planning to join our highly successful team; someone who will go that extra mile to deliver great results. The role will be the Lead production/labour planner with site responsibility for delivery of the site production/labour plan and day to day running of the labour and production planning department. First point of contact for central logistics. There will be responsibility for creating and optimising a weekly Labour and Production schedule that will meet the requirements of Central Logistics and maximise line and people utilisation, coordinating all communication of any changes between Central Logistics, Production and the Planners, ensuring that the plan details the materials required for each production run to ensure effective utilisation of labour and materials. Continuous Improvement will be a focus also, and there will be expectation to share and replicate Best Practice with colleagues to improve line utilisation, yield, quality and CRS targets, along with ensuring close working relationships with Labour Planners and RM/PM Planners to ensure an alignment of all site resources to meet the Central Logistics Plan You will have the opportunity to demonstrate your ability to work with labour and production planning and material ordering systems and Excel, your understanding of Long and Short term planning methodologies, your communication skills, and your ability to build relationships internally, to build a robust production/labour plan that meets the needs of our customers. The successful applicant will also be able to react quickly and positively to any changes in production/crewing and make any amendments immediately - communicating these efficiently and effectively to all stakeholders. The ability to multitask and deal with a variety of scenarios is a must. All roles offer the salary, flexible benefits, great career and development opportunities you'd expect from a global market leader. We believe that equal opportunities mean inclusion, diversity and fair treatment for all. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply uploading the most recent version of your CVhttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75846Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:20:33 GMTBe part of creating the extraordinary. At Coca Cola Enterprises we thrive on challenge. We deliver innovative global brands and we now require a Production Team Leader to join our highly successful team; someone who will go that extra mile to deliver great results. Bring your drive, enthusiasm and passion and we'll provide the opportunity to succeed. The production team leader will safely lead the manufacturing team within work area/production line to ensure the line achieves output required within production performance, people, quality, yield and CRS targets The role will be responsible for driving efficiency and effectiveness, input into continuous improvement, sharing best practices, team management through employee engagement, driving company CRS targets and compliance with QESH standards. You should be able to demonstrate our core competencies at the right level and role model our core behaviours. These are: * Knows and grows the business * Builds customer values * Communicates effectively * Embraces and drives change * Drives performance, efficiency and effectiveness * Grows diverse and high performing teams You should also be able to demonstrate some technical competencies including: * Line utilisation * Labour and produciton planning * Asset care maintenance * Yield management * Advanced computer literacy to be able to utilise on-line manufacturing and reporting systems * Aseptic packaging experience would be desirable How will we measure your success? You will be measured through varying different KBIs and targets; yield, quality, line utilisation, QESH compliance and employee engagement scores. All roles offer the salary, flexible benefits, great career and development opportunities you'd expect from a global market leader. We believe that equal opportunities mean inclusion, diversity and fair treatment for all. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply uploading the most recent version of your CVhttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75845Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:17:27 GMTSpread our philosophy across the land • Boost return on investment for an already profitable grocery account • Promote healthy partnerships across our teams and your customers’ • Experience the freedom to turn your ideas into reality When Forrest Mars arrived in the UK to set up business back in 1932, he used a model based on a “mutuality of benefits” for all. It worked so well that we haven’t changed the way we do things to this day. You’ll advocate this principle as you work between our head office in Slough and Sainsburys’ in London, using it to mould fantastic relationships across the supply chain and continually improve the account’s performance. The best part is that our careers are based on mutual benefits too. So if you’re looking for a move where your ambition will lead to greater knowledge, greater perspective and greater opportunities - this is most definitely for you. To do all this, you’ll need: • A-Levels or the equivalent • a track-record working in sales, supply chain, or for a Top 4 grocery retailer • the confidence to work onsite with our customer three days a week • a customer focus and a passion for achieving results. For the freedom and responsibility to do more than you ever imagined visit mars.comhttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75818Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:12:19 GMTA newly created role to focus on the delivery of a Procurement programme to develop a firm-wide procurement framework for the company. Requiring a combination of procurement, project management and change management expertise to take responsibility for the programme to ensure consistent, good quality procurement practices and controls are in place in each of the firm’s offices. Building on Freshfields’ internal and market best practice to define the firm’s first global procurement policy and supporting tools and processes and work with each of the firm’s offices ensure they are operating at the target level. Key Responsibilities Working with the Head of Sourcing and the assigned Programme Manager, deliver the Global Procurement Framework Programme: • Review and recommend improvements to the current proposals for the Global Procurement framework • Develop detailed scope and plans based on market best practice and taking into account the firm’s environment; • Develop and leverage relationships with key stakeholders across the firm: identifying and applying Freshfields’ best practice; ensuring any variations are based on need; gaining commitment to changes in each office; • Monitor and increase compliance with the framework and associated processes; • Close down the programme on completion ready to move to steady state. • Make and gain agreement to recommendations for the future management and development of procurement framework and practices within Freshfields: • Recommend the future procurement organisation structure and associated resourcing; • Indentify future phases of development for the procurement framework and practices. • Project manage programme timelines, risks and issues Provide operational procurement support as required: • Advice and guidance to users of the procurement framework and tools as they set up and manage third party relationships • Lead or participate in tenders and contracting for significant contracts • Identify and progress opportunities to improve individual procurement opportunities; e.g. by encouraging the use of existing relationships; or applying market knowledge and best practice. Key Requirements • Indepth experience of procurement across a variety of spend categories in multiple countries. • Degree educated and professional procurement qualification e.g. MCIPS • Strong written and verbal communication skills with all levels of the business • Able to influence without line authority across multi-national, multi-disciplinary teams • Able to engage stakeholders at all levels throughout the organisation and build consensus • Track record of delivering change within a professional services environment, including behavioural change management • Experience of building a procurement organisation and implementing procurement practices from scratch • Programme management experience from within a professional, or corporate services environment • Experience of all stages of the procurement lifecycle and knowledge of market best practice and sources of information, resource and support • Process improvement operational experience from within a corporate, global environment • Comfortable working in ambiguous situations and experienced at moving from ambiguity to certainty and action • Able to demonstrate achievement of results working with international and virtual teams. • Knowledge of supporting technology and experience of implementing new tools • Able to deal with large scale and complex business issues • Proven capability and skills in complex negotiations and deal closing • Highly resilienthttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75772Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:40:42 GMTHave a look in your fridge and your kitchen cupboards. Chances are you’ll find some PepsiCo products. It could be some fresh Tropicana juice, our hearty Quaker oats, or some tasty Walker’s crisps. PepsiCo products are true family favourites and, whether they’re in Exeter or Inverness, shoppers always expect to be able to find them on the shelves. And our retail and wholesale partners expect the same. We’re looking for a supply chain specialist to join our UK team. Managing a specific supplier, this role aims to facilitate a consistent service to our trade customers by producing timely and accurate demand forecasts that will drive our supply planning process. Your customer account contributes significant gross sales revenue to our business across 200+ skus. There is ample opportunity to be involved in high profile promotions and new product launches, and therefore your personal performance directly impacts our customer service level. Like all PepsiCo people, you’ll have a high degree of autonomy to manage your own workload. With approximately one day per week spent at the customer head office, you’ll need the confidence to build and use an internal network of contacts that can point you in the right direction. You’ll also need the tenacity to support the needs of both businesses and maintain an already strong relationship. Job Requirements: • Generate the best possible demand forecast for your account in collaboration with our Commercial and Finance teams and your customer supply chain contacts. • Ensure that your demand forecast is input to our IT demand planning systems. • Monitor actual orders against your demand forecast, investigate significant variances, and amend your demand forecast appropriately. • Be the supply chain face of PepsiCo to your customer and own the PepsiCo UK service level into their depots. • In addition to your customer-specific work, you will own a variety of other projects on behalf of the PepsiCo UK Central Supply Chain Team. This could include certain sales events, new product development launches, system enhancements and process reviews. • Provide our ambient supply chain teams with timely analysis, guidance and information. • You will be responsible for developing your direct reports and leading them to successful completion of their own objectives. Key Skills and Experience: • Degree qualified or of degree calibre. • Strong understanding of supply chain. • Experience of working cross-functionally at an operational level, with evidence of influencing your peer group and above. • Ideally possess experience of working in a food & drink, or fast moving consumer goods environment. • Strong examples of relationship building and creation of collaborative, customer-focussed plans. • Good understanding and use of IT systems; database and Manugistics or IMI experience would be ideal. Key Behaviours: • Ability to inspire trust with your contacts. • Successful achievement of results in a fast-moving pressurised environment. • Able to interrogate data to see significant connection and trends. • Be confident in making the right short-term decisions without sacrificing long-term context and results. • Clearly and productively communicates ideas, plans and priorities to others in a commercially sensitive manner. • Is able to tailor the manner of communication to take into account the very different groups of people communicated with. • High personal integrity to develop / manage the relationship with your customer so that we are recognised as a best practice supplier.http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75699Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:09:39 GMTBe part of creating the extraordinary! At Coca Cola Enterprises we thrive on challenge. We deliver innovative global brands and we now require someone to join our highly successful team; someone who will go that extra mile to deliver great results. Bring your drive, enthusiasm and passion and we'll provide the opportunity to succeed! Senior Manager - Equipment Services Development Do you have the vision and passion to shape and develop our incremental Equipment Services business across GB and Europe? Can you identify, develop and deliver new and existing customers, building and sustaining relationships with them in order to implement our ambitious vision for 2014 and ensure we deliver the challenging targets set for the Equipment Services team over the next few years? Your mission will be to deliver significant profitable revenue and OI by driving sales and customer service though our field service or refurbishment/logistic activities. Do you thrive on challenge; enjoy a diverse and critical role and relish the responsibility and opportunity to influence the existing and potential customers of Coca-Cola Enterprises? If the answer to these questions is 'Yes!' and you can demonstrate knowledge and ability to deliver sales and customer service in a high volume, service delivery business this could well be your next challenge! Reporting to the Senior Manager Equipment Services GB as part of the Equipment Services team in Supply Chain, this role is home-based but requires significant travel (up to 70%) predominantly in GB and occasionally across Europe. Key responsibilities: · Identify, plan and develop a new customer prospect strategy to develop and deliver our service business, through strong networking and communication skills. · Build and maintain a prospect database of all new and existing customer contacts, detailing the opportunity and potential to ensure delivery of revenue and OI targets. · Develop a financial analysis and review of each opportunity to ensure that it is in line with expected OI and revenue targets. · To liaise with key internal and external stakeholders e.g. field service teams, production, supply chain. · Ensure appropriate reporting and measurement is designed and implemented · Complete regular customer reviews to review service performance and identify opportunities for extension of service · Develop a thorough understanding of the competitive landscape monitoring when key contracts are ready for renewal. Qualifications: · No specific qualification however previous operational or technical experience highly regarded Skills and experience: · Previous experience of influencing customer at a corporate level with responsibility for relationship management across multiple customers and locations. · Previous experience and track record of building new business · Excellent negotiation and selling skills · Excellent Communication and stakeholder management skills · Evidence of successfully managing delivering budgets · Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills All CCE roles offer the salary, flexible benefits, great career and development opportunities you'd expect from a global market leader. We believe equal opportunities means inclusion, diversity and fair treatment for all. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply uploading the most recent version of your CV, closing date for applications is 31st January, 2012http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75493Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:48:10 GMTBe part of creating the extraordinary! At Coca Cola Enterprises we thrive on challenge. We deliver innovative global brands and we now require someone to join our highly successful team; someone who will go that extra mile to deliver great results. Bring your drive, enthusiasm and passion and we'll provide the opportunity to succeed! Do you have the depth of experience, passion and drive to take responsibility for new and existing customers across our GB Equipment Services business? Reporting to the Senior Manager Equipment Services GB as part of European Supply Chain Operations this role requires innovative thinking, excellent problem solving and relationship management skills. This role will be home-based with regular travel (above 70%), Milton Keynes will be a frequent destination. Job Purpose: In charge of working with new and existing service customers, developing new and incremental Equipment Services accounts and opportunities. Working collaboratively with internal and external customers and suppliers to deliver service plans and commitments in an efficient, timely and profitable manner Key responsibilities: · Build and maintain appropriate internal and external contact strategy, helping support and build a new prospect database to deliver incremental profitable new Equipment service revenue. · Identify and deliver opportunities for extension of service within existing customers. · Accountable for the development, provision and review of regular key customer reports measuring and monitoring SLA's, and customer satisfaction to help improve customer service and continuous improvement initiatives. · Design and develop project plans for new and existing business opportunities, engaging with all relevant stakeholders, working very closely with Senior Manager Equipment Services and Manager Equipment Services Development · Design and development of new business process and communication models for new account wins, working with internal and external contacts to ensure each new business win is implemented to time and standard e.g. field service, training, production and ES supply chain. · Accountable for the on-going provision of appropriate information and detail to the relevant personnel in a timely fashion to ensure successful management of new business wins. · Complete regular customer reviews to review service performance · Help build a thorough understanding of the competitive landscape monitoring when key contracts are ready for renewal. Qualifications: · Graduate or graduate calibre - ideally with operational or technical experience Skills and experience · Proven history of customer relationship management and development · Excellent problem solving skills and evidence of delivering new initiatives. · Food service experience preferable · Experience in investigating and delivering solutions to customer/supplier complaints · Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills · Good negotiation and selling skills · The ability and appetite to grow and develop into other roles within Equipment Services as the business develops and evolves. Travel: Circa 70% predominantly GB, possibly Europe All CCE roles offer the salary, flexible benefits, great career and development opportunities you'd expect from a global market leader. We believe equal opportunities means inclusion, diversity and fair treatment for all. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply uploading the most recent version of your CV, closing date for applications is 31st January, 2012http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75489Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:31:54 GMTPlant Assistant Edmonton Competitive salary benefits Leading brands, great people, growth and the reward that comes with it: the raw materials for success are right here. But still, success depends on our skilled management sharing thirst: a thirst for getting more and better from our people and systems, a thirst for pushing limits, and a thirst for the rigour and challenge of a fast moving business. Do you have a personality with the power to influence and connect? Can you sustain the pace to keep on growing? Will you make an impact with your desire to win? The purpose of the role will be to have responsibility for providing administrative assistance to the Site Operations Director and Leadership Team, and to ensure administrative activity is completed efficiently and effectively. This is a pivotal role for the site and is more than a traditional PA role. As well as the usual PA duties, travel/meeting/diary arrangements and secretarial support to the Site Director, there is also responsibility for arranging all aspects of visits with local VIPs and the associated organisation that goes with hosting visits (including liaising with our education centre); composing site communications, and supporting the senior leadership team on a day to day basis. You will have the opportunity to demonstrate your fantastic organisational ability, your well developed communication skills, and your MS Office skills. Any project skills that you have will be advantageous also. All roles offer the salary, flexible benefits, great career and development opportunities you'd expect from a global market leader. We believe that equal opportunities mean inclusion, diversity and fair treatment for all. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply uploading the most recent version of your CVhttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75363Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:42:31 GMTLeading brands, great people, growth and the reward that comes with it: the raw materials for success are right here. But still, success depends on our skilled management sharing thirst: a thirst for getting more and better from our people and systems, a thirst for pushing limits, and a thirst for the rigour and challenge of a fast moving business. Do you have a personality with the power to influence and connect? Can you sustain the pace to keep on growing? Will you make an impact with your desire to win? Manager, Customer Logistics - Demand Planning Team (12 month fixed term contract) Do you have the customer leadership, commercial acumen, people skills, passion and drive to deliver Coca-Cola Enterprises (CCE) demand plan, manage our customer plans and lead the demand planning team? Can you implement our vision to achieve ambitious goals and objectives on time, on budget throughout the Olympic period? If you thrive on challenge; enjoy a diverse and critical role, relish responsibility and the opportunity to influence leaders across a dynamic and innovative business - this could be your next challenge! This role is a maternity leave cover located in Nottingham, reporting to the Senior Manager, Customer Logistics for the Grocery Sector to commence ideally mid Feb / early March. Primary responsibilities: 1 - Lead and inspire the Demand Planning team comprising of 3 experienced customer demand analysts. 1 - Deliver the Demand Plan to the Business by developing a Collaborative Customer Forecast, working with our Customers to develop a single forecast for all promoted volume (representing 60M cases of volume per year). 1 - Engage and Manage CCE's Customer Plans and define and deliver the Customer Joint Business Plan. Required to be the direct interface with our Customers at Senior Manager / Manager level, representing CCE Supply Chain in the Industry. Core deliverables: · Customer Logistics Operation. They will be trained and expected to manage the total sector response during peak trading and/or challenging operational periods requiring a deep understanding of how the demand from our Customers is generated, how we allocate stock and transport back to our Customers and how we influence and manage that process. · Customer Logistics Stretch Goals. As part of our annual plan we will identify a series of initiatives that will stretch /change our service and cost management. The Manager will lead and support those initiatives, involving working with our Customers, within Industry bodies and across functions within CCE. Qualifications: Degree qualified or equivalent calibre or experience. Extensive customer relationship management and supply chain experience highly regarded. Key competencies/experience: Leadership and Vision. The ability to set a future vision for our Customers and our teams, to be single minded in their focus, undeterred by difficulties. * Communication and Decision Making. Able to distil and deliver clear and succinct messaging to our Customers and the CCE Business to support the right decisions. To make and encourage good fact based and timely decisions. * Customer Engagement. The ability to engage a broad range of Customers , with different personal preferences and to establish an individual relationship based on trust and honesty . The Manager, Customer Logistics, will be expected to role model personal commitment, ambition, collaboration and excellence. All CCE roles offer the salary, flexible benefits, great career and development opportunities you'd expect from a global market leader. We believe equal opportunities means inclusion, diversity and fair treatment for all. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply uploading the most recent version of your CV, closing date for applications is 27th January, 2012http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75362Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:25:47 GMTBrakes are the No. 1 Foodservice distributor in the United Kingdom and are continuingly expanding their national footprint of distribution centres. Due to recent growth and new contracts won, they are opening a brand new 200,000 sq. ft. warehouse in Reading. The state of the art distribution facility will employee 500+ employees and has a fleet of over 150 vehicles. As such they have an immediate requirement to recruit Warehouse Shift Managers. Reporting into the Senior Management Team, the Warehouse Shift Manager will undertake everyday management and planning of a distinct operational team and as a Shift Manager you will ensure that adherence to all company policies and procedures are undertaken by your team with particular attention to Health & Safety. Certain aspects of HR will fall under the Warehouse Shift Manager’s remit including the recruitment, training, retention and development of staff. This will result in the creation of training & development plans and route reviews as well as centre development & succession plans. Budgetary issues will fall under the Shift Manager including managing the fixed assets, inventory, purchase orders, invoicing and distribution costs. The successful candidate will have excellent and strong people management and leadership skills as this is essential to the success of this role. They will have gained appropriate experience within a professional distribution environment, with strong knowledge of warehouse operations as well as experience of managing large teams. IT skills and a full understanding of current legislation are mandatory to the role. The successful candidate will have excellent communications skills and be a confident contact point within the team both internally and externally. The distribution centre will be operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and as a result flexibility on shift patterns will be required. Roles will cover Days and Nights, either fixed or rotating. Do you want to join this exciting new venture from the beginning? If you would like to apply for the position Warehouse Shift Manager, please forward in absolute confidence a full CV and covering letter to Online Resourcing by clicking the apply button below and completing the short application procedure. Please note: If you have already applied your application is under review and do not apply again. Unlike a traditional recruitment agency, we guarantee that your application will be viewed by Brakes Resourcing Team.http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75284Fri, 13 Jan 2012 13:19:23 GMTAlexander Proudfoot is a leading operational improvement firm, working with clients around the world to improve their processes and financial performance. For more than 60 years their mission has been to deliver measurable and sustainable financial benefits to their clients by developing and installing processes and programs to rapidly improve their client’s operations. This role will suit experienced supply chain/procurement professionals looking to move into this type of environment. Location: Headquarters are in London but all of your working time will be spent working on client sites predominantly in Europe but also potentially some global clients. Competitive starting salary + performance bonus. Excellent career prospects Benefits: competitive package Profile Candidates must have critical curiosity, combined with a confident style. They: a) work on the front line, at the heart of clients’ organisations, taking accountability for their role in transforming these clients’ businesses b) combine tried and tested tools and methods with an overall approach to change that is tailored to each client’s specific needs c) apply common sense and first hand business experience d) challenge themselves, their clients and the status quo e) above all, deliver results Position Description In particular, working as part of a project team on supply chain / procurement workstreams: a) analyse work processes, systems, organisational function and structures to determine where and how to generate measurable benefits b) train client individuals in the effective use of management systems, tools, techniques, group problem solving and team building development skills c) assume the appropriate roles of counsellor, facilitator, co-leader, presenter and/or trainer as required by the situation d) initiate innovative solutions where required and work closely with colleagues and project management to ensure they are installed for the most effective impact Essential skills / Experience As basic requirements, candidates should: - possess relevant supply chain/procurement qualifications (degree level as a minimum requirement) - have a strong scientific education, including statistical analysis - demonstrate five to ten years’ relevant experience in the field of supply chain/procurement - be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, notably Excel (pivot tables, modelling and simulation, macros, solver functionality) and Powerpoint - be fluent in English; fluency in French and German is also highly desirable Please apply to recruit-europe@alexanderproudfoot.com, using reference SCON 0112 Successful candidates will be informed within 10 working days.http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75240Thu, 12 Jan 2012 10:47:32 GMTEveryone likes to leave with a memento from a special day out. And whether our visitors are admiring the exquisite views on the EDF Energy London Eye, squealing with excitement at SEA LIFE, or enjoying the adrenaline-charged atmosphere at Alton Towers Resort, you’ll make sure the gift shops at every one of our attractions are full of quality products. About the opportunity: Heading up a team of buyers and managing an extensive supply base, you’ll oversee the sourcing and development of all products and merchandise for our Merlin attractions worldwide. And with theme park attractions like Alton Towers Resort, THORPE PARK and Heide Park in Europe, plus midway attractions such as Madame Tussauds and SEA LIFE further afield – that’s no mean feat. Travelling to the different attractions, you’ll work closely with the marketing and retail teams to consult on suitable products for the individual target audiences; overseeing negotiations with suppliers once product decisions have been made and liaising with Licensors to develop bespoke products linked to branded attractions. To drive sales means keeping an eye on both our competitors and the emerging market, exploring fresh opportunities and suggesting new and innovative products to keep customers inspired. Succeed, and you’ll not only help to showcase our brands, boost our revenue and make sure every visitor leaves with the perfect keepsake; you’ll grow alongside a company every bit as ambitious as you are. About you: A senior buying manager with experience that has possibly been gained in a leisure or attractions environment, you’ll ideally have a background in Gifts & Souvenirs, Confectionary, Plush, or another relevant product group (although this is not essential). Your experience will have given you a good insight into our market however and an understanding of where the best products are sourced – both in the Far East and locally. With excellent communication skills, you’ll have no problem building strong working relationships right across the global business. And as well as being able to work autonomously, you must also be able to inspire creativity and learning in your team. Beyond that, because you’ll be working across all attractions internationally, flexibility and a willingness to travel are vital. About the benefits: Alongside a generous salary, you can look forward to a great benefits package which includes 25 days’ holiday (pro-rata), healthcare, pension, bonus and, of course, a Merlin Magic pass which gives you free admission to all of our attractions worldwide. Perhaps the biggest benefits of joining us, however, are the outstanding opportunities for career development. About us: Merlin Entertainments Group is the leading name in location based, quality family entertainment. Now the world’s number two visitor attraction operator with some 78 attractions in 19 countries, we aim to deliver unique and memorable experiences to our 40 million visitors worldwide. Here in the UK alone, we have a vast portfolio of reputable brands, from Madame Tussauds and The Dungeons, to Chessington World of Adventures Resort and The EDF Energy London Eye. To apply click on the "apply at our site" link belowhttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75166Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:33:03 GMTBe part of creating the extraordinary. At Coca Cola Enterprises we thrive on challenge. We deliver innovative global brands and we now require a Production Team Leader to join our highly successful team; someone who will go that extra mile to deliver great results. Bring your drive, enthusiasm and passion and we'll provide the opportunity to succeed. The production team leader will safely lead the manufacturing team within work area/production line to ensure the line achieves output required within production performance, people, quality, yield and CRS targets The role will be responsible for driving efficiency and effectiveness, input into continuous improvement, sharing best practices, team management through employee engagement, driving company CRS targets and compliance with QESH standards. You should be able to demonstrate our core competencies at the right level and role model our core behaviours. These are: - Knows and grows the business - Builds customer values - Communicates effectively - Embraces and drives change - Drives performance, efficiency and effectiveness - Grows diverse and high performing teams You should also be able to demonstrate some technical competencies including: - Line utilisation - Labour and produciton planning - Asset care maintenance - Yield management - Advanced computer literacy to be able to utilise on-line manufacturing and reporting systems - Aseptic packaging experience would be desirable How will we measure your success? You will be measured through varying different KBIs and targets; yield, quality, line utilisation, QESH compliance and employee engagement scores. All roles offer the salary, flexible benefits, great career and development opportunities you';d expect from a global market leader. We believe that equal opportunities mean inclusion, diversity and fair treatment for all. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply uploading the most recent version of your CVhttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=75054Mon, 9 Jan 2012 12:32:28 GMTBuyer- Procurement - Automotive- Global Blue Chip Firm- Warwickshire- Immediate Start- 20pph A leading blue chip organisation has an urgent need for a Procurement Buyer to join their successful team. The post holder needs to be passionate about procurement, ready to work as part of a team and have some experience in Supply Chain. Job Responsibilities: * Working across a number of procurement spend areas * Negotiating with suppliers and maintaining strong relationships * Working within the Supply Chain to develop strategic and tactical procurement * Providing a source of expertise over a range of spend categories, whilst continuously seeking to improve purchasing knowledge and cost saving processes Job Requirements: * Client engagement with a strong ability to influence and negotiate * Experience in standard Supply Chain Management Processes * Consistently able to hit cost saving and procurement related targets * A background in Automotive industry is an advantage * Degree (Or Equivalent) * CIPs qualification would be an advantage This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading organisation with an ever growing procurement function, with clear career progression into higher management. For more information email h.clements@bramwithconsulting.co.uk To keep up to date with all the latest procurement jobs, follow our twitter feed at http://www.twitter.com/BramwithProcure Keywords: Buyer, Procurement, Warwickshirehttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76128Sun, 5 Feb 2012 17:59:16 GMTProcurement Manager (Generalist) - FTSE 100 Energy Major - London - £60-70k plus excellent benefits One of the world's leading oil and energy firms has an urgent requirement for an experienced generalist procurement manager with experience gained in both direct and indirect procurement to join the organisation in a role that will allow the successful candidate to develop their career in a role where they will be required to lead and develop a procurement team. My client is renowned for the quality of its procurement operations and has experienced continued growth in its global operations. In this generalist procurement manager role, the ideal candidate must: * Have significant experience working across a number of indirect and direct procurement categories in a global organisation. * Have excellent supplier management and stakeholder engagement skills. * Be degree educated or equivalent and be CIPS qualified or equivalent. * Have experience of leading and developing a procurement team. In this generalist procurement manager role, the successful candidate will: * Act as a leader and mentor to members of their procurement team * Regularly lead negotiations with key suppliers across the full spectrum of both direct and indirect procurement categories * Have the opportunity to develop their procurement career within a leading global firm that has experienced continued growth over the past decade. This generalist procurement manager role is an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to join a growing organisation that is recognised as being a leader and innovator within the oil, gas and energy industry. My client is renowned for the opportunities it offers its staff and the successful candidate can expect to work with like-minded, driven individuals who are part of an industry leading procurement function. For more information, please apply with an up to date copy of your CV to c.marson@bramwithconsulting.co.uk To keep up to date with all the latest procurement jobs, visit our twitter feed at www.twitter.com/BramwithProcure Key words: Purchasing, procurement, supply chain, indirect, direct, generalist, procurement manager, sourcing manager, London, global, oil, gas, energy, FTSE 100.http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76127Sun, 5 Feb 2012 09:00:09 GMTDemand Planner x 2 £25,000 - £28,000 + excellent benefits Based in Hampshire Role Profile This world renowned manufacturing business is looking to source two Demand Planners to work within their Automotive team. The responsibilities of the role are as follows; *Utilising SAP/J1 to process sales orders along with the management of invoicing without error or delay. *Utilising the Infor forecasting tool to monitor, analyse and generate accurate long terms forecasts to enable sufficient stock levels to meet the customers demand whilst maximizing ocean freight and enabling better capacity planning within their plants. *React to customer changing demands with liaison between customers, supply managers, Logistics, Account managers and the warehousing agent *Create customer forecasts and demand forecasts *Process sales orders *Invoice processing *Regular liaison with customer to ensure demand and supply is balanced to best fulfil customer requirements. *React to customer delivery, pricing and product queries *Maintain and manage filing systems with regular archiving. *Understand customer business and retrieve any information as required by communication with the customer. *Face to face meetings when appropriate, to ensure good customer relationships. *SAP data management: material and price set up, new account set up *Support to Account Managers and support to Supply Chain team members during absences. Skills & Experience *A good understanding of supply chain processes and strategy. *Previous experience with supply of product to Europe and North Africa. *Experience of working with Automotive customers is a real advantage. *Excellent knowledge of Excel and SAP. Knowledge of Infor is a real advantage. *Experience of forecasting software is essential. *Flexibility in approach and ability to prioritise a heavy workload and work to deadlines with a high level of accuracy *Proactive and independent attitude to work *Good communication skills, sense of urgency *Second language is an advantage Client information A world renowned manufacturing business. Remuneration £25,000 - £28,000 + gym membership + bonus + healthcare + pension + life insurance About Cast UK Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in Procurement, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK and a complete list of all of our current vacancies, please visit www.castuk.comhttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76126Sat, 4 Feb 2012 16:36:22 GMTThis is a great opportunity for an experienced Buyer to join one of the UK's most recognisable brands. The company is currently looking for a Buyer to come and join their team. Key Responsibilities: -Negotiate prices and terms/conditions with suppliers -Order/Buy products from suppliers -Identify products throughout its life cycle -Create different product offers for differing segments of the store base -Monitor sales to identify both fast and slow sellers -Identify and plan range direction in line with company objectives -Keep in touch with customer and store wants and needs through store visits -Initiate and manage relationships with new/existing suppliers to ensure the company is always front of mind -Actively promote and seek out alternative selling channels -Organise markdowns of slow selling products -Manage and support buyers and assistant buyers The candidate needs to have prior Retail Buying experience and be educated to a degree level. Furthermore, the candidate needs excellent negotiation, communication (verbal and written), problem solving and analytical skills. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to progress their Buying career at a large and successful company.http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76125Sat, 4 Feb 2012 06:04:13 GMTA prominent UK Brand and Retailer are looking for a Food Buyer with NPD experience to come and join their team. The company are one of the fastest growing in the UK and have very exciting development plans for the year ahead. Job Purpose: To develop a range of food products in line with the company's requirements. Key Responsibilities: -Work with Head of Buying to develop a commercial range -Be aware of the company's competitors through mapping out the market, trends and pricing -Identify new opportunities and act on them -Work closely with other departments to make sure all business needs are met -Be responsible for all relevant documentation and quality control -Be responsible for New Product Development -Work alongside the Design team to ensure that the products are marketed correctly -Support the Supply Chain process -Develop and control product renewal -Supplier management The candidate needs to have Food Buying and NPD experience and be educated to a degree level. Furthermore, the candidate needs strong communication (verbal and written), negotiation, creative and analytical skills. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Food Buyer looking to progress their career with a company with a very exciting future ahead.http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76124Sat, 4 Feb 2012 06:04:07 GMTWe are currently looking for a Senior Buyer to join a Global Retailer located in London. The company encourages an entrepreneurial environment where ideas are respected, valued and implemented quickly. The aim as a team is to build the widest range of products in the UK, offering customers more choice, the fastest delivery and at great value. Key Responsibilities: -Search for, engage, motivate and build/create new and existing supplier partnerships to grow the business significantly in the next few years. -To manage current supplier relationships maximising sales, market segment share and profitability. -Drive supplier relationships to allow 3-5 year strategic planning and expansion. -To be an ambassador for the company and communicate our core principles and values. -Use experience to drive important change within the department introducing best practice and improving the way cross functional teams work together. -Act as a coach and role model to team - with 1 direct report initially - reporting in the Category Manager (also to deputising for the Category Manager) -Monitoring the competition, spotting new trends and seeking new revenue streams. -Using all tools available to enable strategic, automated, fast decision making. -Management of key performance metrics; sales revenue, sales units, market segment share, profit contribution and supplier contributions. -Working with category team to improve customer experience - via Category Management practice and behaviour -Implementation & engagement of projects across the business. The candidate needs to be an experienced Retail Buyer and be educated to a degree level. You need to have very strong analytical, problem-solving, commercial negotiating, communication (verbal and written) and relationship building skills. This really is a fantastic opportunity for Retail Buyer to join one of the most successful companies in the world.http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76123Sat, 4 Feb 2012 06:04:06 GMTA great opportunity has arisen for an experienced Buyer to join one of the UK's Leading and Most Well-Known Retailers. The company is looking for a Grocery Buyer. Key Responsibilities: -Achieve sales and margins targets as agreed with Head of Trading -Funding/ORD - optimise the amount of trade marketing paid to the company for promotions, listings, space etc -Ranges - ensure that planograms are launched to stores at pre-determined times throughout the year and new products are presented to the Trading Committee, for approval, prior to the buy -Maintain awareness of competitor activity -Suppliers - develop and maintain good relationships with existing/new contacts -Work with Suppliers/Marketing forecasting future category trends -Stockholding - maintain at a level below the target set through regular reviews of sales by line -Communication - ensure that stores are briefed in a timely manner, through the Marketing Department where possible, of promotional activities and other key information Requirements: The candidate needs previous Food Buying experience and be educated to a degree level. Furthermore, the candidate needs excellent negotiation skills, communication skills (verbal and written), numerical skills, problem-solving skills and analytical skills. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to progress their Buying career at a large and successful company.http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76122Sat, 4 Feb 2012 06:03:57 GMTAssistant Buyer (BWS/Food) This is a great opportunity for a Buyer to join one of the UKs largest Supermarket Chains. Purpose of the role: To develop, implement and review a trading plan for a specific product range that leverages the company's scale and efficiency with suppliers to reduce cost of goods, optimise terms and increase income whilst reducing the risks and conditionality for the RDCs and delivering measurable benefits to the group. Key responsibilities: - To identify, source, and develop consumer facing company label products and ranges to meet customer needs and business requirements which meet brand and commercial requirements, including availability levels, and which increase overall sales and participation. - To develop, review and deliver national terms agreements and effective negotiations with suppliers on cost price ensuring cost price is minimised, income is maximised, risk minimised and relevant benchmarks are applied to all cost price; branded and own brand - Obtain, review and analyse supplier promotion plans in conjunction with the company marketing plan to identify, agree with suppliers and deliver a national promotional plan for the products in control, which is a consistent and competitive consumer offer for the RDCs and which increases income - Build effective relationship with the RDCs/suppliers and other key stakeholders to deliver the trading area's plan and ensure that all stakeholders are communicated and informed appropriately and effectively at all times - how to measure - To review, track and analyse the market both in terms of trends and competitor activity ensuring the company trading area's plan and team exploit the opportunities whilst risks and threats are mitigated - To plan, negotiate and deliver the trading budgets with specific responsibility for the tracking, monitoring and delivery of the specific area's trading budget including income (for all income streams), cost price and overall performance - To review stock levels of the company's own brand and take appropriate action to minimise risk of write offs. The candidate must have previous Buying experience within a FMCG organisation and be educated to a degree level as well as having a WSET Diploma. Furthermore, the candidate needs good numeracy skills, literacy skills, communication skills (verbal and written), negotiation skills, problem solving skills and analytical skills. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to progress their career in Buying at a large and successful company.http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76121Sat, 4 Feb 2012 06:03:53 GMTSenior Buyer - Commodity Leader Ipswich, Suffolk £28,000 - £32,000 Role Profile Outstanding opportunity for an accomplished purchasing professional to join a multinational manufacturer and lead commodity strategies for the UK division. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager you will demonstrate strong business acumen, technical awareness and an appreciation for continuous improvement methodologies. This position will be responsible for developing and executing an approved commodity strategy, supplier sourcing and relationship management, commercial agreements negotiations and management, and various forms of continuous improvement for assigned commodities. -Establish a multi-year strategy for assigned commodities on an annual basis and taking into consideration the overall business objectives. -Negotiate and manage various forms of commercial agreements. -Strategic supplier sourcing, selection, and management. Leverage opportunities with other business units where applicable. -Strengthen strategic Supplier relationships through various collaborative continuous improvement initiatives and projects including cost reduction, quality / delivery objectives, and other performance measurements. -Support and facilitate early Supplier involvement in new and current product design improvements. Manage costs and Supplier performance for critical components as identified within a project. -Cross functional team leadership, facilitation, and project management requirements -Assist the tactical purchasing group on production schedule attainment issues where resolution requires assistance. -Accountable for all aspects of purchase price variance, inflation, and deflation planning for assigned commodities. -Work with the tactical buying team to develop material transition planning and execution to support resourcing efforts. -Responsible for resolving and correcting various financial issues and discrepancies with Suppliers. Skills & Experience -3-5 years experience in Purchasing / Supply Chain Mgt. at an O.E.M (Original Equipment Manufacturer) or Tier 1 Supplier manufacturing environment with at least 1 year of strategic purchasing experience. -Previous tactical procurement and technical purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment required -BA/BS in Business, Engineering, or other four year and above degree -CIPS certifications are preferred or currently studying for CIPS -Training and knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma tools are desired Client information Multi Billion pound Manufacturing Organisation employing thousands of staff around the globe. Remuneration £28,000 - £32,000 + Benefits Cast UK who is a leading independent consultancy business, which specialises in Management and Executive Procurement, Supply Chain, & Logistics recruitment, is advertising this vacancy. For more information on Cast UK, please go to our website at www.castuk.comhttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76120Sat, 4 Feb 2012 03:18:48 GMTSenior Buyer - Sourcing Specialist Role Profile Our client is a customer focused, innovative, value-driven engineering company, which manufactures, processes and distributes products and services to customers worldwide. As a result of their commercial success, they are now looking to add a Lead Sourcing Specialist to their procurement team. The objective of this new opportunity is to lead the sourcing team within the category, and support the Business Purchasing Manager to ensure a cost effective and highly professional supplies service to specified business units and commodities, whilst managing commercial relationships effectively. The role will require a combination of high level procurement skills, coupled with strong supplier management and cross functional influencing techniques. The procurement activity will be focussed across a range of categories and the business offers significant opportunity to expand and develop skills into new commodity areas for the right candidate. Further responsibilities include * Supporting leadership for analysing key trends / issues in global supply and Total Cost of Ownership * Ensure that the sourcing team and user entities are supported with timely information and supplier feedback on any key constraints and / or improvement opportunities with assigned suppliers * Participate in and, as needed, provide leadership to the supplier selection process on new or transitioning components * Lead & support supplier negotiation sessions including articulating clear negotiation strategies (in conjunction with EMEA & sourcing team leadership) Skills & Experience It is essential that the applicant will have extensive and demonstrable experience achieving and exceeding targets ideally within a progressive purchasing function in a global organisation. The successful candidate will have proven competencies within the following areas: * Negotiation skills * Product / process knowledge * Analytical ability * Sourcing policies / systems * Champion continuous improvement in supply base * Utilisation of 6 Sigma tools Client information Our client is one of the UK's largest Engineering businesses with innovation and continuous improvement at the heart of its business performance Remuneration £33,000 - £38,000 + Bonus + Benefits Cast UK, a leading independent consultancy business, specialising in Management and Executive Procurement, Supply Chain, & Logistics recruitment, is advertising this vacancy. For more information on Cast UK, please visit our website at www.castuk.comhttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76119Sat, 4 Feb 2012 03:18:47 GMTPurchasing Manager Role Profile Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will be responsible for managing & implementing purchasing activities across the business for all raw materials, products and services. You will also be responsible for selecting suppliers, negotiating commercial terms, building relationships, managing supplier credit agreements, managing product quality and supply, and continuous improvement. In addition, you will also be part of the strategic purchasing team. Therefore, it is expected that you have strategic vision and the ability to work in a diverse and fast moving business. Skills & Experience You will have a minimum of three years experience at a Senior Buyer, Commodity Manager, or Purchasing Manager level. You will be an excellent communicator, have strong negotiating & analytical skills, and have the ability to work on your own initiative. You will also be a natural leader and have an appropriate purchasing qualification. Strong commodity experience (metals, plastics, mechanical) is a distinct advantage. Client information Our client is a specialist engineering & manufacturing business based in Sittingbourne, Kent. Remuneration c £30,000 + Benefits Cast UK, a leading independent consultancy business, specialising in Management and Executive Procurement, Supply Chain, & Logistics recruitment, is advertising this vacancy. For more information on Cast UK, please visit our website at www.castuk.comhttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76118Sat, 4 Feb 2012 03:18:42 GMTSenior Buyer - Commodity Leader Ipswich, Suffolk £28,000 - £32,000 Role Profile Outstanding opportunity for an accomplished purchasing professional to join a multinational manufacturer and lead commodity strategies for the UK division. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager you will demonstrate strong business acumen, technical awareness and an appreciation for continuous improvement methodologies. This position will be responsible for developing and executing an approved commodity strategy, supplier sourcing and relationship management, commercial agreements negotiations and management, and various forms of continuous improvement for assigned commodities. -Establish a multi-year strategy for assigned commodities on an annual basis and taking into consideration the overall business objectives. -Negotiate and manage various forms of commercial agreements. -Strategic supplier sourcing, selection, and management. Leverage opportunities with other business units where applicable. -Strengthen strategic Supplier relationships through various collaborative continuous improvement initiatives and projects including cost reduction, quality / delivery objectives, and other performance measurements. -Support and facilitate early Supplier involvement in new and current product design improvements. Manage costs and Supplier performance for critical components as identified within a project. -Cross functional team leadership, facilitation, and project management requirements -Assist the tactical purchasing group on production schedule attainment issues where resolution requires assistance. -Accountable for all aspects of purchase price variance, inflation, and deflation planning for assigned commodities. -Work with the tactical buying team to develop material transition planning and execution to support resourcing efforts. -Responsible for resolving and correcting various financial issues and discrepancies with Suppliers. Skills & Experience -3-5 years experience in Purchasing / Supply Chain Mgt. at an O.E.M (Original Equipment Manufacturer) or Tier 1 Supplier manufacturing environment with at least 1 year of strategic purchasing experience. -Previous tactical procurement and technical purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment required -BA/BS in Business, Engineering, or other four year and above degree -CIPS certifications are preferred or currently studying for CIPS -Training and knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma tools are desired Client information Multi Billion pound Manufacturing Organisation employing thousands of staff around the globe. Remuneration £28,000 - £32,000 + Benefits Cast UK who is a leading independent consultancy business, which specialises in Management and Executive Procurement, Supply Chain, & Logistics recruitment, is advertising this vacancy. For more information on Cast UK, please go to our website at www.castuk.comhttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76117Sat, 4 Feb 2012 03:18:37 GMTLead Buyer - Motorsport - Formula 1 Oxfordshire c £42,000 + Benefits + Bonus Role Profile Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management of composite procurement of car components and as such the successful candidate should have a sound knowledge of current manufacturing techniques and a good understanding of the market. We are looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic and highly motivated individual with strong management, interpersonal and organisational skills and is able to work well under pressure, within tight timescales. A confident communicator and negotiator and the ability to build strong internal and external relationships is vital for this role. Purchasing experience within similar industries or environments would be advantageous but not essential. Overall responsibility for sourcing of carbon moulds and laminates for race car production. Supplier selection and development. Supplier capacity planning and pre-allocation of orders. Production planning input. General order administration and management. Supplier performance management (Delivery/Quality/Cost). Resolution of technical manufacturing queries and non conformances. Fault resolutions- Circuit faults. Expediting Liaising with designers regarding Design For Manufacturing and lead time reductions. Costing exercises Skills & Experience 'Energetic!', hands on and enthusiastic (this is a demanding high pressured operational role) Highly persuasive strong negotiator. Organised and self disciplined time manager. Concise communicator (verbal and written). Self sufficient team player (may also need to oversee 2 other buyers depending on experience). Strong technical engineering background (preferably within composites). Good understanding of the composite supply market (preferred). Flexible (hours are 8.30-5.30pm, but heavy workload in winter dictates our hours) Client information Leading Formula 1 Racing team. Remuneration c£42,000 + Benefits + Bonus Cast UK who is a leading independent consultancy business, which specialises in Management and Executive Procurement, Supply Chain, & Logistics recruitment, is advertising this vacancy. For more information on Cast UK, please go to our website at www.castuk.comhttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76116Sat, 4 Feb 2012 03:18:21 GMTRole Profile: Manage & implement agreed Sourcing strategy with the UK Sourcing Team Implement Change Management with Key stakeholders and/or category led sourcing initiatives (Local/Global) Overall responsibility for relative sourcing category spend with detail market intelligence of what commercial & service offerings are available. Responsible for meeting targets and deliverables set by Sourcing Management Team. Ensure cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder relationships, with communication to Director level. Lead local supplier negotiation, selection and Development based on strategic sourcing process & working closely with Supplier Quality Management (S.Q.M.) stakeholders. Develop Sourcing unit KPI's mechanisms Skills & Experience: Experienced in Strategic Sourcing ideally within a Manufacturing / Service environment Possess strong communication and organisational skills Excellent negotiation skills, ideally within a large scale / global operation Confident influencing internal stakeholders Project Management focus Experience of coaching/managing other buyers Client information: Manufacturing & Maintenance giant operating globally in over 50 countries. Remuneration : c£30,000 + Benefitshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76115Sat, 4 Feb 2012 03:18:05 GMTSenior Buyer Automotive Industry West Yorkshire £30,000 - £35,000 + Benefits Package Role Profile You will be an experienced purchasing professional looking for a new challenge. You will develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers. This will include ensuring that Service Level Agreements are met. You will be required to identify and implement cost savings. You will also be responsible for inventory levels. You will be responsible for new product development which will include introducing new suppliers. Candidate Profile Minimum of 5 years experience within purchasing, ideally within an automotive environment or a similar FMCG industry Previous supervisory experience Experience of sourcing from low-cost countries (Europe and China) Possess strong organisational skills Excellent negotiation skills Ability to work under your own initiative Degree qualified/relevant professional qualifications Strong IT skills, including use of MS Office tools for data analysis Client Profile The client is a multi-national automotive organisation which is considered to be one of the leaders in the market. Remuneration £30,000 - £35,000 + Benefits Package Cast UK Cast UK, a leading independent consultancy business, specialising in Management and Executive Procurement, Supply Chain, & Logistics recruitment, is advertising this vacancy. For more information on Cast UK, please visit our website at www.castuk.comhttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76114Sat, 4 Feb 2012 03:18:00 GMTReverse Logistics Manager East Midlands £40,000 + Bonus + Car/Car Allowance + Benefits Role Profile The role is to manage the Reverse Logistics operation including return logistics and test and refurbishment production. Own and develop relationships with all related product manufactures including the transfer of technical training and conformance of all tested and refurbished output. The key accountabilities fall into the following 4 points; *People Management - ensure the team is motivated and hitting or exceeding daily performance targets *Operational Management - maximising the Reverse Logistics area development potential by ensuring all industry trends and changes are monitored and incorporated into the Continuous Improvement Plan *Quality & Performance Management - monitor and manage KPI's for areas, customers and employees *Client & Manufacturing Relationships for Operational Development - build creditable relationships with all manufactures and lead the company relationship with them Skills and Experiences Ideally from electronics manufacturing background you will have strong reverse logistics knowledge. You must have previous man management experience and ability to effective communicate at all level both internally and externally. Providing regular progress reports for senior management you be analytical in your approach and with a keen eye for detail. The successful candidate will have a sound knowledge of Continuous Improvement techniques and the ability to influence at all levels. Our Client Our client is a leading 3PL organisation. Remuneration £40,000 + Bonus + Car/Car Allowance + Benefits About Cast UK Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in Procurement, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK and a complete list of all of our current vacancies, please visit www.castuk.comhttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76113Fri, 3 Feb 2012 18:00:25 GMTProject Manager East Midlands £30,000 - £32,000 + Benefits Role Profile A leading Logistics and Distribution business in the East Midlands is looking to recruit a Project Manager. With a background of project manager from solutions design to implementation, this role is key for the successful development of this contract. The key responsibilities for the role include but are not exhaustive of the following; *Complete detailed feasibility studies and submit business cases for approval *Develop detailed project costs and secure relevant project funding *Prepare detailed project plans and manage all project resources to deliver large scale projects within agreed timescales and to agreed budgets *Undertake detailed project work, including analysis, solutions design, testing, training and implementation support as necessary to ensure that project objectives are successfully achieved *Prepare and deliver management presentations to internal and external customers in line with business requirements Skills & Experience It essential that candidates applying for this role have previous experience of complete project management from solution design to implementation. The successful candidate will be degree qualified and have a minimum of 3 years project management experience. You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills together with the ability to develop junior members of a team. Prince2 qualified with experience of using both Warehouse Management (Red Prairie) and Transport Management (Paragon) systems is desirable. Client information Our client is a leading Logistics & Distribution business. Remuneration £30,000 - £32,000 + Benefits About Cast UK Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in Procurement, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK and a complete list of all of our current vacancies, please visit www.castuk.comhttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76112Fri, 3 Feb 2012 18:00:18 GMTWe are currently searching for a Category Head (Fresh Food) to join a hugely successful Food Retailer based in the South East. This is a fantastic experience for someone looking to join a company that is already very prominent right throughout the UK and has exciting development plans for the year ahead. Job role: -You will be responsible for a portfolio generating huge sales with suppliers/lines -You will be managing a team of people -You will be responsible for all strategy, purchasing and merchandising in the Fresh Food category Key Responsibilities: -You will be responsible for developing the brand/category through review of the product range, optimise own brand range, manage the promotional activity and review the selling prices -You will be responsible for growing the business through devising and implementing appropriate operating processes, reviewing business processes, managing all pricing activity, communicating effectively with other departments in the company, identifying appropriate sources of product supply and monitoring the performance of all products -You will be responsible for building long term/stable relationships through leading your team effectively, maintaining and developing supplier relationships, developing customer relations and monitoring vendor performance -You will be responsible for the cross-functional working in the company through guiding the developing of own brand products from concept through to commercial launch, identifying opportunities/challenges in the supply chain, approving promotional activity and undertaking ad hoc cross-functional business projects -You will be responsible for creating the best team through efficient management, appropriate performance review and effective communication The candidate needs to have substantial experience in Food Retail Buying and be educated to a degree level. Furthermore, the candidate needs to have managed a team of at least 10 people, have strong commercial, negotiation, strategic, analytical, management, numerical and communication (verbal and written) skills. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to join a hugely successful Food Retailer with the scope for progression.http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76111Fri, 3 Feb 2012 17:55:26 GMTA fabulous opportunity to join this world renowned company as a Sourcing Manager, focusing mainly on IT and Telco spend areas. To be considered for this opportunity, you must have had experience in sourcing with strong negotiation experience within the IT category (HW, SW, Services, Infrastructure). Our client is a global, blue chip organisation with a highly visible brand within their sector. They require a Sourcing Manager to report in to the Senior Procurement Manager, and you will be responsible for the strategic sourcing of global IT goods and services. You will also be expected to work closely with the team based in the United States. This is a professional procurement role responsible for driving maximum leverage of the supply base through the understanding of the business partner needs. The role will be focused on IT spend, regional and global, but you must be able to diversify into other areas where required. You will therefore have proven experience in IT spend. You must also be able to comfortably liaise with Senior Management, actively seek out new procurement opportunities and achieve savings results. Skills, Education & Experience: o Absolute customer focus o Proven successful negotiator o Ability to work in remote and virtual teams o Action oriented, results focused o Highly motivated self starter and a motivator of others o Articulate, with excellent communication skills written and verbal o Leadership and strong influencing skills, project team management o Awareness of Cultural differences o Experience in sourcing with strong negotiation experience within IT o CIPS qualified to Professional level is preferred o Experience working in an environment where Procurement involvement is not mandated --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76110Fri, 3 Feb 2012 17:25:59 GMTOur Client is a major Financial Services organisation and is undergoing major transformation within Group Sourcing and across its entire portfolio of businesses. The spend in Group IT alone is well in excess of £1 Billion. They are seeking a number of subject matter experts from a Procurement and Strategic Sourcing perspective. Following a recent Group Strategic Review, their Group Procurement function now has the key responsibility for delivering a major Sourcing initiative and as a key part of this, Cost Management. In order to respond to this they need to significantly change Group Procurement by moving on from using simply tactical procurement skills e.g. negotiating a price reduction; and shifting towards a new organisational design to support the application of deeper and broader proactive subject matter expertise and judgement in specialist supply markets across the full supply chain. Core Purpose of the Roles: Assist in the development of category strategies, taking direction to help manage the cost base by delivering opportunities that drive costs out through demand management, simplifying specifications and strengthening supplier relationships to mitigate risk and improve performance. Takes guidance, and provides input, to manage aspects of the sourcing lifecycle ensuring the best value from Group wide agreements in support of the overall Group strategic vision. Manager level salary packages range from £45 to £60k + extensive benefits and bonus The Senior Manager level is £60 to £80k + extensive benefits and bonus Head of Category is £80k to £100k or even higher potentially… Essential for these roles: • Major blue chip Technology Sourcing with proven track record • Subject Matter Expertise in either Hardware, Software or IT Managed Services ***unfortunately, if you are NOT an expert in either of these IT sub-categories then our client will struggle to find a suitable role for you within their new organisational design*** • Deep knowledge of chosen supply market • First class pro-active, forward-thinking strategic sourcing capabilities (this is not tactical, reactive sourcing) • Degree or equivalent ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76109Fri, 3 Feb 2012 17:24:25 GMTCurrently recruiting for 3PL Contracts Manager for FTSE50 oil and gas organisation - defined career progression within 3 years Role: 3PL Contracts Manager Based: Swindon Remuneration: to ?50k plus package 1st-Executive are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading oil and gas organisation for the post of 3PL Contracts Manager, based in the client`s Swindon HQ. Primary remit of role: Manage the UK & I Logistics operations with prime responsibility for the day to day functioning of the 3P Contractor warehousing and secondary transport operations and coordination of business priorities. Educated to degree level and coming from a blue-chip background with significant exposure to the management of 3PL warehousing and logistics contracts and SLA`s the successful applicant will enjoy a defined career progression plan to the senior management level within 3 years. This is an urgent requirement - if this looks to be of interest don`t hesitate to apply. Further details: - Significant work experience in logistics and infrastructure management; - Good ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels; - Skilful in analysing and interpreting data accurately; - Ability to think laterally and develop new concepts; - Proven negotiations skills; - Storage and handling operations experience; - Customer service orientated; - Proven commitment to HSSE; - Proven skills to understand Financial and Non Financial KPI`s; - Skilful application of logistics provider contract execution;http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76108Fri, 3 Feb 2012 17:16:59 GMTHR Category Manager - London - £50-65k plus package A well renowned, global FTSE 100 organisation is in the market for a HR category manager. They are looking for a procurement professional to join their growing procurement team based out of central London This HR procurement role will involve: * Managing and growing all aspects of the HR Procurement function * Developing strategies to fit requirements and analyse alternative strategies * Purchasing and mobilising contracts for the HR category including temporary/permanent recruitment and occupational health services * Preparation and implementation of the procurement sourcing strategies * Liaising with the business to define end user requirements and support best practise procurement The following procurement skills are required: * Proven procurement experience across the HR procurement category, delivering savings within a corporate, blue chip environment * Good understanding of strategic sourcing and strong communication skills * Strong negotiation, analytical and client-facing skills * Ideally degree educated and / or CIPS qualified or equivalent This is a fantastic opportunity to join a blue chip organisation with huge potential to develop your skills and work alongside the best professionals in the industry. You will be given the responsibility drive change and to make a difference in driving bottom line profits. If you are interested please contact Tom Walters on t.walters@bramwithconsulting.co.ukhttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76107Fri, 3 Feb 2012 17:16:17 GMTA great role leading a category team looking at broad spends within the finance area for this global pharmaceutical company. Role description: This is a critical role with accountability for a broad global spends within the Finance categories (Legal, Audit, Consultancy, etc). ? Work with the Category Team to: - Develop the category plan (Vision, Strategy and Implementation Road Map) - Deliver benefits of value enhancement projects through optimum sourcing methods and/or process improvements - Secure the appropriate sponsorship, resources and implementation support available to the Category Team from the Business Champions and Procurement Network - Champions and Procurement Network - Meet deliverables as agreed upon during Category Plan development Supplier Management: ? Ensure that the appropriate supplier management methods are applied to the management of all preferred suppliers. ? Develop a preferred supplier list by sub-category / niche service within the category of spend ? Working with the category team lead and business champion, identify and resolve compliance issues in respect of usage of preferred suppliers ? As appropriate, conduct supplier business review meetings in support of category strategy ? Coach and drive others (e.g. Category Team, Sub-category Leaders, other Procurement professionals) to execute efficient Supplier Management - Lead a Procurement team, establishing and communicating strategic direction, providing business context, coaching and direction to enable the team to meet its performance targets Relationship Management - Form a partnership with the Category Team Business Leader for your category of spend sharing the ownership and accountability for driving and delivering results in accordance with the category plan. Supplier Relationship Management: Develop, evaluate or manage internal and external relationships with suppliers, Category Teams and other cross-functional teams Minimum Requirements: • Degree or equivalent professional qualification • Significant procurement experience (less experience is acceptable if entering from a relevant industry or business area) • Supplier Management experience • Ability to leverage a range of influencing techniques • Proven ability to manage multiple projects/tasks effectively • Proven ability to manage change • Professional Procurement Qualification • Strong analytical and financial skills • Demonstrated success working in a team environment • Industry and/or Commodity experience • Proficiency in Procurement and other business related systems, e.g. ERP, Ariba -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76106Fri, 3 Feb 2012 17:14:11 GMTCategory Manager - Professional Services - London - £50-60k plus package A well renowned global retail organisation, based in Middlesex, is sourcing for a global sourcing manager specialising in professional services, to join their growing procurement team. This procurement role involves: * Managing the spend across the professional services portfolio * Managing supplier relationships and monitoring supplier performance * Cost and category management with a specific focus on driving savings * Leading sourcing initiatives and liaising with key stakeholders within the business The following procurement skills are required: * Procurement experience within the relevant areas of a blue chip organisation * The ability to build and maintain relationships with clients at senior level * Excellent oral and written communication skills including fluency in business and colloquial English * Strong sourcing management experience * Degree and CIPS qualification required This is a wonderful opportunity for a procurement candidate looking to make their mark on a company where they will see their ideas and skills implemented to make an impact on a large and successful organisation. If your are interested please contact Tom Walters on t.walters@bramwithconsulting.co.ukhttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76105Fri, 3 Feb 2012 17:08:42 GMTWork for the biggest name in Pharmaceuticals and Consumer Healthcare. We require an experienced Demand Planner to produce rolling forecasts and supply plans for a specific category of SKU's within the FMCG division of this business. You will need to be experienced in a similar role within FMCG and exposure to both demand planning and supply planning will be preferred. The role is critical to the business in maintain competitive advantage through inventory optimisation and excellent service levels. Knowledge and a track record of supplying into the grocery sector are essential as is the wider awareness of dealing with internal functions such as sales and marketing. The role will be highly cross functional and we need adaptable, switched on analytical candidates able to deal with complexity of data and speed of delivery.http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76104Fri, 3 Feb 2012 16:59:58 GMTJoin a growing international FMCG food company, a business with premiership brands and championed as one of the top companies to work in the UK In this role you will be responsible for the management & demand planning process for a portfolio of leading brands. The company offers an excellent working environment and culture mix, bringing together a global blue chip status in an inclusive and non hierarchical environment. With strong growth over the last 4 years the company is well positioned in the market to succeed further growth in a tough market and will look to develop further brands to add to the UK portfolio. If you are immediately available and have relevant experience in Demand Planning within an FMCG or Retail environment then please apply. You will need strong analytical, influencing and communication skills to succeed in the role. RK Supply Chain carefully considers each application received. However, due to the significantly increased number of responses our advertisements are attracting, we regret that we are unable to contact applicants further, unless your profile closely matches our client's specification. We are only able to assist candidates who are eligible to work in the UK or hold the relevant visas.http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76103Fri, 3 Feb 2012 16:59:35 GMTDue to internal promotion, we are recruiting for someone with experience of working in R & D procurement within the Pharmaceutical sector. This role is to look at Laboratory Equipment & Supplies within the R & D function for this Global Pharma company. The procurement function is at a development stage so this is an exciting time to join the organisation. You will have a proven track record of managing multi million € spends in a large, global Pharmaceutical environment. Responsibilities : - Develops relevant purchasing strategies for commodities under management. - Leads and executes the 7-step Strategic Sourcing Process for basket of commodities under management. - Leads building stakeholder/budget holder buy-in to commercial /purchasing strategies. - Develops and maintains supplier relationships at the highest level. - Seeks and exploits leverage opportunities across in-scope commodities. - Executes commercial strategies as aligned with Category Director. - Delivers agreed yearly purchasing targets. - Applies and adheres to pre-defined management systems and tracking tools. - Aware of industry trends and best practices. Profile : - Strategic purchasing / procurement experience (preferably international) - Preferred specific knowledge of the commodity in question (or have worked in Pharma R & D procurement function) - Strong negotiation / commercial skills - Willing to build experience and develop a career across multiple categories - Dynamic team leader able to mobilize remote multicultural resources - Entrepreneurial mind set, out of the box thinker - Advanced Analytical Skills - English fluent, other languages an asset ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=76102Fri, 3 Feb 2012 16:35:09 GMT