INTERIM SENIOR BUYERS/CATEGORY SPECIALISTS

"EPC, CAPEX ENGINEERING, CONSTRUCTION & PROJECTS - (INTERIM 12 - 18 MONTHS CONTRACTS)"

£COMPETITIVE RATES (DOE)

Location: Hybrid Working (Client Site North West Based)

Our client is long established and pivotal player within the energy and utilities supply chain and utilises world leading technology at its plant in the North West. As a result of continued growth and major projects our client is looking for Senior Buyers/Category Specialists for its CAPEX, EPC/Engineering, Construction and Projects function on an interim (12-month - 18 month contract) basis.

The focus of the roles will be the leadership of cross functional teams on major sourcing projects, developing and executing sourcing strategies; the tender and negotiation process; supplier selection, drafting, award, and execution of contracts; commercial management of suppliers post contract management of capital investments and infrastructure projects and the delivery of strategic change and operational efficiency. Our client is seeking graduate calibre, MCIPS qualified EPC Construction and Engineering Projects specialists experienced with £multimillion projects and associated CAPEX Spend.

The Role:

• To support the EPC Project Procurement Manager/ Engineering, Construction and Projects Team in the execution of both local and global strategies.
• To work with relevant customers/stakeholders and procurement colleagues in the development and execution of customer aligned and fully integrated category plan(s) for Engineering, Construction and Projects, and taking the commercial lead in the sourcing, selection and management of suppliers for all associated projects.
• As a member of a global procurement and category team actively contribute to the development and execution of the category plan and associated projects in order to drive maximum value from the supply chain and the dissemination of best practice.
• To actively contribute to the development of the Category Plan such that the Team is clear on the vision, strategy and implementation process.
• To develop, evaluate and manage internal and external supplier relationships such that they support the optimisation of our client's position.
• To manage significant and complex supplier contracts in line with corporate policies and procedures to drive both value and compliance for the Company
• To develop partnerships with customer groups and business leaders in order to gain their support and co-operation in the delivery of sourcing projects and the category plan.
• To work with key customers to ensure an effective view of business strategy, portfolio of projects and priorities such that realistic expectations are formed on all sides.
• To develop partnerships with customer groups and business leaders in order to gain their support and co-operation in the delivery of sourcing projects and the category plan.
• To work with key customers to ensure an effective view of business strategy, portfolio of projects and priorities such that realistic expectations are formed on all sides.
• Support the Procurement Manager in the development of self and peers in becoming a professional customer facing value adding function and exploiting the collective knowledge of the Procurement function.

The Ideal Candidate:

• University degree educated (or with evidence of recent CPD) plus MCIPS essential.
• Experience gained within a multinational, corporate and regulated environment such as utilities, aerospace, pharmaceutical, electronics, engineering, capital intensive industry, chemicals, construction, environments etc.
• At least four years' procurement experience including minimum two years in a category manager or senior buyer role within the £multi million multi year, large scale CAPEX, Engineering, Construction Projects category area.
• EPC engineering and construction contract framework experience and knowledge essential.
• An understanding of category management principles and a working knowledge of SAP processes and functionality across the procurement process and integration with other functions.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, persuasion and influencing including business case development and presentation experience.
• Excellent track record of supplier management and development including implementation of supplier management programmes with key suppliers.
• Experience of advising and leading on bid evaluation approach in support of supplier selection.
• Experience of development and execution of project procurement strategies within the context of construction and engineering projects.
• Able to drive a lean sourcing culture, driving efficiencies and improvements by challenging current practice and actively participating with regulatory bodies to support innovative procurement.

To apply without delay, please send your CV quoting reference LX 1087063 Telephone 01905 381 320 www.martinveasey.com

INTERIM BUYER/CATEGORY BUYER- EPC ENGINEERING/CAPITAL PROJECTS (12-18 MONTHS)

£Very Competitive Rates

Location: Hybrid Working - Client Site in North West

Commutable from Ellesmere Port, Mold, Wrexham, Birkenhead, Wallasey, Chester, Warrington, Runcorn, Widnes, Liverpool, Crewe, Knutsford, Macclesfield, South Manchester, Wigan, Newton le Willows, Leigh, Heywood, Skelmersdale.

This is an exciting opportunity for a degree educated and ambitious procurement professional seeking the next step on the ladder within a global multinational energy environment. Our client is a multi-site manufacturing/processing and complex matrix organisation.

Our client has an opportunity for an Interim Buyer to join its EPC Engineering & Construction capital projects procurement management team, for 12-18 months with strong possibility to become permanent.

Specifically, you will provide direct support to the pan European Capital Projects Procurement Management team with the completion of existing contractual requirements as well as providing procurement support to the EPC capital projects procurement capabilities.

This role will offer accelerated career development to a self-starter with lots of initiative, drive and ambition, keen to learn and to build the skills and technical procurement capabilities to progress on a fast track to permanent or interim Senior Buyer roles within the capital projects arena. Our client may also be able to support your CIPS studies as well as offering you lots of other training and development to enhance your career.

An interest in and some previous experience of capital projects procurement, as a Buyer, within civil and general building disciplines of construction would be a good foundation for this role. Some previous experience of drafting and executing model form contracts, such as the management of term and framework contractors will be very useful. Our client will provide extensive training.

The Role:

• Manage the delivery of capital project buying activity for planned spend opportunities within defined contractual spend levels throughout the capital project lifecycles.
• Ensure products and services are purchased in the most cost- and time-efficient manner, delivering 'agile' solutions to implement and ensure purchasing best practices
• Manage transactional negotiating and buying activities and support wider strategic procurement management including raising purchase orders in line with SAP P2P.
• Prepare RFQ's, evaluate, re-tender, renegotiate or extends contracts and suppliers in order to facilitate tactical and strategic sourcing with relevant stakeholders.
• Use of eProcurement tools to assist in the development of detailed business needs analysis for use by Procurement Managers.
• Assist with the commercial management of procurement contracts working in liaison with Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors & Cost Engineers throughout capital and project lifecycles.
• Assist in the development and execution of detailed tender documentation for engineering, projects ranging in size and complexity.
• Assist with the development of supply chain strategies and value delivery plans for allocated categories of spend across the capital and decommissioning projects landscape.
• Identification of savings targets, baseline agreements and methodologies for reporting purposes.
• Reporting on forecasts, actuals, annualised and cumulative savings figures.
• Assisting with the delivery of actual value savings in line with agreed forecasts and contractual parameters.
• Assist with risk analysis of key areas of the supply chain and asset base to establish demand pipeline and drive value delivery targets.

The Ideal Candidate:

• University degree educated
• Part or Fully Qualified MCIPS or willing to study.
• Experience gained within a multinational, corporate and regulated environment such as utilities, chemical, nuclear, energy, power generation, aerospace, construction, pharmaceutical, engineering, capital intensive industry, public sector OJEU environments if combined with private sector procurement experience.
• At least 18 months procurement experience in a buyer role within Direct or Indirect Spend area, Manufacturing, CAPEX, Civils, Minor Works, Capital Projects, Engineering, Facilities Management, General Building Projects, Construction arena.
• Some experience of assisting with the preparation and execution of model form contracts and the management of term and framework contractors highly advantageous but training will be provided.
• An understanding of category management principles and a working knowledge of SAP processes and functionality across the procurement process and integration with other functions.
• Some experience of supplier management including implementation of supplier management programmes with key suppliers would be highly advantageous.
• Confidence and capability to influence at all levels of the organisation through strong relationship management.
• Excellent analytical, research, communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent team working ability, particularly with suppliers and procurement and category managers.
• Ability to develop and manage strong relationships both internally and externally (e.g. suppliers).
• Highly motivated with a drive for results - performance focused.

Our client offers excellent development and the opportunity to make a real difference in a complex and challenging business that really values its people

To apply without delay, please email your CV quoting reference LX 1087060 01905 381 320 www.martinveasey.com

SENIOR BUYERS/CATEGORY SPECIALISTS

"EPC, CAPEX ENGINEERING, CONSTRUCTION & PROJECTS"

£Very Competitive +  Bonus + Excellent Blue Chip Benefits

Location: Hybrid Working (Client Site North West Based)

Our client is long established and pivotal player within the energy and utilities supply chain and utilises world leading technology at its plant in the North West. As a result of continued growth and major projects our client is looking for Senior Buyers/Category Specialists for its CAPEX, EPC/Engineering, Construction and Projects function.

The focus of the roles will be the leadership of cross functional teams on major sourcing projects, developing and executing sourcing strategies; the tender and negotiation process; supplier selection, drafting, award, and execution of contracts; commercial management of suppliers post contract management of capital investments and infrastructure projects and the delivery of strategic change and operational efficiency. Our client is seeking graduate calibre, MCIPS qualified EPC Construction and Engineering Projects specialists experienced with £multimillion projects and associated CAPEX Spend.

The Role:

• To support the EPC Project Procurement Manager/ Engineering, Construction and Projects Team in the execution of both local and global strategies.
• To work with relevant customers/stakeholders and procurement colleagues in the development and execution of customer aligned and fully integrated category plan(s) for Engineering, Construction and Projects, and taking the commercial lead in the sourcing, selection and management of suppliers for all associated projects.
• As a member of a global procurement and category team actively contribute to the development and execution of the category plan and associated projects in order to drive maximum value from the supply chain and the dissemination of best practice.
• To actively contribute to the development of the Category Plan such that the Team is clear on the vision, strategy and implementation process.
• To develop, evaluate and manage internal and external supplier relationships such that they support the optimisation of our client's position.
• To manage significant and complex supplier contracts in line with corporate policies and procedures to drive both value and compliance for the Company
• To develop partnerships with customer groups and business leaders in order to gain their support and co-operation in the delivery of sourcing projects and the category plan.
• To work with key customers to ensure an effective view of business strategy, portfolio of projects and priorities such that realistic expectations are formed on all sides.
• To develop partnerships with customer groups and business leaders in order to gain their support and co-operation in the delivery of sourcing projects and the category plan.
• To work with key customers to ensure an effective view of business strategy, portfolio of projects and priorities such that realistic expectations are formed on all sides.
• Support the Procurement Manager in the development of self and peers in becoming a professional customer facing value adding function and exploiting the collective knowledge of the Procurement function.

The Ideal Candidate:

• University degree educated (or with evidence of recent CPD) plus MCIPS essential.
• Experience gained within a multinational, corporate and regulated environment such as utilities, aerospace, pharmaceutical, electronics, engineering, capital intensive industry, chemicals, construction, environments etc.
• At least four years' procurement experience including minimum two years in a category manager or senior buyer role within the £multi million multi year, large scale CAPEX, Engineering, Construction Projects category area.
• EPC engineering and construction contract framework experience and knowledge essential.
• An understanding of category management principles and a working knowledge of SAP processes and functionality across the procurement process and integration with other functions.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, persuasion and influencing including business case development and presentation experience.
• Excellent track record of supplier management and development including implementation of supplier management programmes with key suppliers.
• Experience of advising and leading on bid evaluation approach in support of supplier selection.
• Experience of development and execution of project procurement strategies within the context of construction and engineering projects.
• Able to drive a lean sourcing culture, driving efficiencies and improvements by challenging current practice and actively participating with regulatory bodies to support innovative procurement.

To apply without delay, please send your CV quoting reference LX 1076741 Telephone 01905 381 320 www.martinveasey.com

BUYER/CATEGORY BUYER- EPC ENGINEERING/CAPITAL PROJECTS

"Graduate calibre high potential sought for accelerated career development programme as an engineering buyer/project procurement senior buyer within global energy leader."

£Very Competitive (Dependent on Experience) Excellent Benefits

Location: Hybrid Working - Client Site in North West

Commutable from Ellesmere Port, Mold, Wrexham, Birkenhead, Wallasey, Chester, Warrington, Runcorn, Widnes, Liverpool, Crewe, Knutsford, Macclesfield, South Manchester, Wigan, Newton le Willows, Leigh, Heywood, Skelmersdale.

This is an exciting career development opportunity for a degree educated and ambitious procurement professional seeking the next step on the ladder within a global multinational energy environment. Our client is a multi-site manufacturing/processing and complex matrix organisation.

Our client has an opportunity for a Buyer to join its EPC Engineering & Construction capital projects procurement management team.

Specifically, you will provide direct support to the pan European Capital Projects Procurement Management team with the completion of existing contractual requirements as well as providing procurement support to the EPC capital projects procurement capabilities.

This role will offer accelerated career development to a self-starter with lots of initiative, drive and ambition, keen to learn and to build the skills and technical procurement capabilities to progress on a fast track to Senior Buyer within the capital projects arena. Our client will support your CIPS studies as well as offering you lots of other training and development to enhance your career.

An interest in and some previous experience of capital projects procurement, as a Buyer, within civil and general building disciplines of construction would be a good foundation for this role. Some previous experience of drafting and executing model form contracts, such as the management of term and framework contractors will be very useful. Our client will provide extensive training.

The Role:

• Manage the delivery of capital project buying activity for planned spend opportunities within defined contractual spend levels throughout the capital project lifecycles.
• Ensure products and services are purchased in the most cost- and time-efficient manner, delivering 'agile' solutions to implement and ensure purchasing best practices
• Manage transactional negotiating and buying activities and support wider strategic procurement management including raising purchase orders in line with SAP P2P.
• Prepare RFQ's, evaluate, re-tender, renegotiate or extends contracts and suppliers in order to facilitate tactical and strategic sourcing with relevant stakeholders.
• Use of eProcurement tools to assist in the development of detailed business needs analysis for use by Procurement Managers.
• Assist with the commercial management of procurement contracts working in liaison with Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors & Cost Engineers throughout capital and project lifecycles.
• Assist in the development and execution of detailed tender documentation for engineering, projects ranging in size and complexity.
• Assist with the development of supply chain strategies and value delivery plans for allocated categories of spend across the capital and decommissioning projects landscape.
• Identification of savings targets, baseline agreements and methodologies for reporting purposes.
• Reporting on forecasts, actuals, annualised and cumulative savings figures.
• Assisting with the delivery of actual value savings in line with agreed forecasts and contractual parameters.
• Assist with risk analysis of key areas of the supply chain and asset base to establish demand pipeline and drive value delivery targets.

The Ideal Candidate:

• University degree educated
• Part or Fully Qualified MCIPS or willing to study.
• Experience gained within a multinational, corporate and regulated environment such as utilities, chemical, nuclear, energy, power generation, aerospace, construction, pharmaceutical, engineering, capital intensive industry, public sector OJEU environments if combined with private sector procurement experience.
• At least 18 months procurement experience in a buyer role within Direct or Indirect Spend area, Manufacturing, CAPEX, Civils, Minor Works, Capital Projects, Engineering, Facilities Management, General Building Projects, Construction arena.
• Some experience of assisting with the preparation and execution of model form contracts and the management of term and framework contractors highly advantageous but training will be provided.
• An understanding of category management principles and a working knowledge of SAP processes and functionality across the procurement process and integration with other functions.
• Some experience of supplier management including implementation of supplier management programmes with key suppliers would be highly advantageous.
• Confidence and capability to influence at all levels of the organisation through strong relationship management.
• Excellent analytical, research, communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent team working ability, particularly with suppliers and procurement and category managers.
• Ability to develop and manage strong relationships both internally and externally (e.g. suppliers).
• Highly motivated with a drive for results - performance focused.

SENIOR BUYER/CATEGORY SPECIALIST - INDIRECTS

"Graduate calibre, CIPS qualified Senior Buyer/ Category Specialist or Category Manager sought by global energy leader."

C£50-60000 (Dependent on Experience) Bonus Excellent Blue Chip Benefits Package

Location: North West (Hybrid Working)

Commutable from Ellesmere Port, Mold, Wrexham, Birkenhead, Wallasey, Chester, Warrington, Runcorn, Widnes, Liverpool, Crewe, Knutsford, Macclesfield, South Manchester, Wigan, Newton le Willows, Leigh, Heywood, Skelmersdale.

This is a permanent career development opportunity for a graduate calibre, CIPS qualified procurement professional to join a global multinational energy environment within its indirect spend area covering corporate and site services. Our client is a multi-site manufacturing/processing and complex matrix organisation.
Our client has an opportunity for a Senior Buyer/Category Specialist for its Indirect Services Category Management team. Specifically, you will support categories such as Corporate & Professional Services, Site Services, Facilities Management, Engineering, MRO, Operational Support and Consumables with tactical and operational buying activities.
The Senior Buyer/Category Specialist will operate as part of a large procurement category management team, and will work closely with national, European and global divisions and business units.

The Role:
* The delivery of agreed category plans through the execution of strategic sourcing projects to meet business partner requirements, maximizing value for our client.
* Contributing to the development of category plans by creating and owning sub-category plans
* Support the development of medium to long range category plans and be able to influence the development of value delivery plans through knowledge of local needs and local supply markets.
* The implementation of strategic sourcing and supplier management activities to deliver in year value as well as using knowledge of local needs and supplier capabilities to contribute to the development of long-range category plans developed using standard company tools and communicated through the appropriate governance models.
* Savings delivery is a critical component of the role and Senior Buyer will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of reporting and management of value outlooks in standard company reporting tools.
* Collaborate with project specific stakeholders to ensure change management is efficient and effective to guarantee sustainable value delivery.
* Change management is a key challenge in the role and Senior Buyers must have expert influencing and negotiation skills alongside key technical competencies relating to procurement transactional planning, commercial contract management and supplier relationship management.
* Senior Buyers will provide the first line of supplier performance management activities to ensure sustainable and secure supply of goods and services to support ongoing safe and effective operation of facilities.

The Ideal Candidate:
* Will be university degree educated, part or fully qualified CIPS, with previous multinational strategic commercial procurement, buying and sourcing experience ideally within indirect categories, although experience in direct categories would still be of interest.
* Commercial procurement/tactical and strategic buying experience gained within a multinational matrix organisation.
* Currently working as a Buyer, Senior Buyer, Category Specialist or Category Manager for a large matrix organisation.
* Experienced in sourcing, negotiation, and management of £multi million spend categories.
* Experienced in developing strategic category plans.
* A proven track record of working with senior stakeholders across multiple sites.
* Self-starter, with lots of initiative, drive, and ambition to succeed.
* Confidence and capability Must be able to influence at all levels of the organisation through strong relationship management.
* Excellent analytical, research, communication, and presentation skills.
* Excellent team working ability, particularly with suppliers and sourcing managers.
* Ability to develop and manage strong relationships both internally and externally (e.g. suppliers).
* Highly motivated with a drive for results - performance focused.
* Strong integrity ensuring procurement operates to high standards and is fully trusted by its internal and external stakeholders.
* Naturally analytical and inquisitive.
* Experience of SAP/SAP Ariba procurement systems essential.
* Demonstrate attention to detail to derive accurate and insightful recommendations.

Our client offers excellent development and the opportunity to make a real difference in a business that really values its people.
To apply without delay, please email your CV quoting reference LX 967278

REGIONAL SALES MANAGER - SOUTH - HOUSEBUILDER CHANNEL

"A Regional Sales Manager role for an innovative manufacturer of MMC Products."

£40-45000 (Dependent On Experience) 20% Bonus Car/Allowance

Field Based Hybrid Role -

M3, M25, M4, M23 Corridor Hampshire, Sussex, Surrey, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Thames Valley

If you had the choice between selling:

a) Standard building products that are the same as a million other companies' products.

b) A highly desirable, innovative MMC product.

Which would you pick?

If you went for option a) then, sorry, you're not the person our client is looking for. Enjoy trying to find the unique selling point of a brick.

However, if you chose option b), you could be a good match for this role. Because that's the essence of our client's business and they want to grow their company by increasing sales.

So, that's where you come in.

They want you to focus on building relationships with architects, housebuilders, and ground workers to position their products early in the process. The ultimate aim is to create long-term relationships where our client's products are specified in the initial plans.

As for your background, there is a technical element to this role which you'll need to understand when talking to clients. So, a building and construction qualification would be perfect, but our client is also happy to consider your experience in the construction industry. The main point is that you will understand the tendering process in the industry and know how to specification sell.

Ultimately, a core characteristic will be your drive and ambition to beat your sales targets and grow with the business.

This is primarily a field-based role, covering the Southern Home Counties in/around M3, M25, M4, M23 so if you are located in Hampshire, Surrey, Sussex, Berkshire, Thames Valley this would be an ideal role for you.

So, to start the process, please submit your CV, quoting reference LX 1050102 or call us on 44 (0)1905 381 320.

REGIONAL SALES MANAGER - MIDLANDS & NORTH - HOUSEBUILDER CHANNEL

"A Regional Sales Manager role for an innovative manufacturer of MMC Products."

£40-45000 (Dependent On Experience) 20% Bonus Car/Allowance

Field Based Hybrid Role

M5/M6 Corridor - West Midlands, Staffordshire, Shropshire, Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Lancashire

If you had the choice between selling:

a) Standard building products that are the same as a million other companies' products.

b) A highly desirable, innovative MMC product.

Which would you pick?

If you went for option a) then, sorry, you're not the person our client is looking for. Enjoy trying to find the unique selling point of a brick.

However, if you chose option b), you could be a good match for this role. Because that's the essence of our client's business and they want to grow their company by increasing sales.

So, that's where you come in.

They want you to focus on building relationships with architects, housebuilders, and ground workers to position their products early in the process. The ultimate aim is to create long-term relationships where our client's products are specified in the initial plans.

As for your background, there is a technical element to this role which you'll need to understand when talking to clients. So, a building and construction qualification would be perfect, but our client is also happy to consider your experience in the construction industry. The main point is that you will understand the tendering process in the industry and know how to specification sell.

Ultimately, a core characteristic will be your drive and ambition to beat your sales targets and grow with the business.

This is primarily a field-based role, covering the Southern Home Counties in/around M5/M6 corridor so if you are located in the West Midlands, Staffordshire, Shropshire, Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Lancashire this would be an ideal role for you.

So, to start the process, please submit your CV, quoting reference LX 1052946 to or call us on 44 (0)1905 381 320.

INTERIM HR ADVISOR - EMPLOYEE RELATIONS (3 MONTHS FTC - HYBRID WORKING)

C£33,500 PRO RATA (OUTSIDE IR35)

High Wycombe (Hybrid Working 3 days on site 2 working from home)

Commutable by road or rail from High Wycombe, Amersham, Greater London, Beaconsfield, Marlow, Maidenhead, Aylesbury, Chalfont St Giles, Slough, Stokenchurch, Great Missenden, Chesham, Cookham, Bourne End, Uxbridge

Our client is a well-known High-Street Retailer, part of a multinational group and operates nearly 1000 stores in the UK. It is consistently recognised as an Employer of Choice and a Top-rated UK Workplace.

As Interim HR Advisor focused on Employee Relations you will be responsible for the following:

* Deal with day-to-day people queries at all levels by phone, email and in person, ensuring that Company policies and procedures are followed and ensure legal compliance.

* Provide advice to line managers on all people related issues, including but not limited to guidance of absence, lateness, performance, disciplinary and grievance issues, and flexible working, ensuring HR policies and processes are applied fairly and consistently

* Write comprehensive, accurate and timely outcome letters to all formal meetings. Maintain all paperwork in relation to employee relations issues accurately and in a timely manner

* CIPD qualified to a minimum Level 3 and keen to continue professional studies.

* Up-to-date and thorough knowledge of employment legislation and its practical application in a commercial fast-moving environment.

To apply without delay, please send your CV, quoting reference LX1052874

KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER - FMCG RETAIL CHANNEL

"A Key Account Manager position in an established, Global premium homewares business"

£30-40000 (Dependent on Experience/Negotiable) + 20% Bonus + Car Allowance & Benefits

Hybrid  National Field/Home Based Role - HO in Thames Valley/Oxfordshire

Having carved a successful career in sales, you'll have learned that there's nothing more depressing than trying to sell a low-quality, cheap, mass-produced product. You end up clutching at straws trying to sell obvious features like, "Our tables have four legs and a wipe-clean surface". Not easy, is it?

So, imagine selling a premium product range where every aspect of the user's experience is carefully considered and built into the design. Speciality homeware that immediately sells itself on its striking visual appeal and functionality.

Sound like a better prospect?

Having already established their brand in high-end retailers like John Lewis, our client is now focusing on building relationships with other quality retail outlets. And that's where you'll come in with your existing knowledge of selling into companies like QVC, Robert Dyas, Argos, Dunelm, Very, Next, or Homebase, to name but a few.

However, as well as creating business with new customers, there are many opportunities to increase sales with existing customers who aren't aware of our client's complete product range.

As for you, our client is relaxed about your qualifications. But excellent written and verbal communications skills will be essential to your success in this role. In addition, you must have previous experience managing key accounts with major retailers. Location isn't too important as this is primarily a field-based role, but you will need to be able to attend the company HQ in Oxfordshire.

To indicate your interest in this role, please submit your details, quoting reference LX 1045846 or call us on 44 (0)1905 381 320.

Head of International Logistics Development

"Logistics network strategy definition, development, and implementation. The perfect role for a talented and visionary leader."

£Very Competitive Excellent Benefits

Buckinghamshire HQ (Hybrid Working with some International Travel)

What do you know about strategic logistics network design for warehousing and distribution?

Hopefully, it's plenty as that knowledge will be essential for your success in this role for our client.

But don't misunderstand; this isn't a solutions design role. It's far more than that as you'll be taking charge of our client's logistics and distribution network in the UK, EU, and APAC, developing, and implementing strategies and solutions which will transform our client's global operations and support ambitious growth plans. As such you will be a strong visionary leader with a track record of strategic logistics network development and design.

Over the years, our client has built an impressive business manufacturing and supplying seasonal and promotions-led consumer products to leading retail, wholesale, and ecommerce channels. They've grown organically and through acquisition and now want to streamline and improve their logistics, warehousing, and distribution facilities. The UK facility needs to be automated. Then they would like a new DC in the EU - possibly Germany or Netherlands, then an APAC facility to service their Australian/Asian markets.

So that's where you come in.

Due to the nature of the role, our client has some essential specifics that you'll have to demonstrate in your background. You'll need to be familiar with wholesale, retail, and e-commerce operations for a start. Experience in 3PL is critical, and we mentioned solutions design earlier, as that's also a vital area of expertise they would like to see combined with programme/project management to drive and facilitate warehousing operational excellence and continuous improvement projects, guide, and coach local operational and project teams. Most importantly you will also lead a programme of works in relation to process design and the implementation of MHE and automation within existing and new Distribution Centres.

Although this role has no direct reports, you will work in partnership with cross functional stakeholders and experienced warehousing and logistics colleagues across continents, to identify and develop scaleable solutions to optimise operations and boost productivity.

This role would suit a degree educated, highly numerate and analytic logistics professional who possesses practical experience of 3PL solutions design in warehouse and material flow planning, automation and the associated cost modelling, analytics, and commercial business cases. This should ideally be combined with progression into logistics project/programme management. Finally, as this role is part of the strategic succession plan to VP level, our client is ultimately seeking candidates who also have strong strategic and operational leadership experience.

Exposure to logistics modelling tools (CLASS, CAST, Logility, Llamasoft) would be advantageous. Advanced MS skills including Excel, Visio, Project and Powerpoint will be a prerequisite. A track record of planning and management of multiple projects, with demonstrable ROI will be critical to success. Prince2 and Black Belt Six Sigma would be advantageous. Experience of AutoCAD would also be advantageous

Whilst third party contract logistics solutions design experience, with the focus on warehousing, will be a key requirement, your operational excellence, project management and strategic and operational leadership experience may have been gained either within 3PL or inhouse within a FMCG retail or FMCG manufacturing environment. Exposure to pan European and International project management would be the icing on the cake.

Overall, this role will provide the platform for you to become a central part of our client's operations and lead to future progression opportunities to the top level of the business.

There's plenty more detail to discuss about this role, so please indicate your interest by emailing your CV quoting reference LX 944991

Head of International Logistics Development

"Logistics network strategy definition, development, and implementation. The perfect role for a talented and visionary leader."

£Very Competitive Excellent Benefits

Buckinghamshire HQ (Hybrid Working with some International Travel)

What do you know about strategic logistics network design for warehousing and distribution?

Hopefully, it's plenty as that knowledge will be essential for your success in this role for our client.

But don't misunderstand; this isn't a solutions design role. It's far more than that as you'll be taking charge of our client's logistics and distribution network in the UK, EU, and APAC, developing, and implementing strategies and solutions which will transform our client's global operations and support ambitious growth plans. As such you will be a strong visionary leader with a track record of strategic logistics network development and design.

Over the years, our client has built an impressive business manufacturing and supplying seasonal and promotions-led consumer products to leading retail, wholesale, and ecommerce channels. They've grown organically and through acquisition and now want to streamline and improve their logistics, warehousing, and distribution facilities. The UK facility needs to be automated. Then they would like a new DC in the EU - possibly Germany or Netherlands, then an APAC facility to service their Australian/Asian markets.

So that's where you come in.

Due to the nature of the role, our client has some essential specifics that you'll have to demonstrate in your background. You'll need to be familiar with wholesale, retail, and e-commerce operations for a start. Experience in 3PL is critical, and we mentioned solutions design earlier, as that's also a vital area of expertise they would like to see combined with programme/project management to drive and facilitate warehousing operational excellence and continuous improvement projects, guide, and coach local operational and project teams. Most importantly you will also lead a programme of works in relation to process design and the implementation of MHE and automation within existing and new Distribution Centres.

Although this role has no direct reports, you will work in partnership with cross functional stakeholders and experienced warehousing and logistics colleagues across continents, to identify and develop scaleable solutions to optimise operations and boost productivity.

This role would suit a degree educated, highly numerate and analytic logistics professional who possesses practical experience of 3PL solutions design in warehouse and material flow planning, automation and the associated cost modelling, analytics, and commercial business cases. This should ideally be combined with progression into logistics project/programme management. Finally, as this role is part of the strategic succession plan to VP level, our client is ultimately seeking candidates who also have strong strategic and operational leadership experience.

Exposure to logistics modelling tools (CLASS, CAST, Logility, Llamasoft) would be advantageous. Advanced MS skills including Excel, Visio, Project and Powerpoint will be a prerequisite. A track record of planning and management of multiple projects, with demonstrable ROI will be critical to success. Prince2 and Black Belt Six Sigma would be advantageous. Experience of AutoCAD would also be advantageous

Whilst third party contract logistics solutions design experience, with the focus on warehousing, will be a key requirement, your operational excellence, project management and strategic and operational leadership experience may have been gained either within 3PL or inhouse within a FMCG retail or FMCG manufacturing environment. Exposure to pan European and International project management would be the icing on the cake.

Overall, this role will provide the platform for you to become a central part of our client's operations and lead to future progression opportunities to the top level of the business.

There's plenty more detail to discuss about this role, so please indicate your interest by emailing your CV quoting reference LX 944991

Head of International Logistics Development

"Logistics network strategy definition, development, and implementation. The perfect role for a talented and visionary leader."

£Very Competitive Excellent Benefits

Buckinghamshire HQ (Hybrid Working with some International Travel)

What do you know about strategic logistics network design for warehousing and distribution?

Hopefully, it's plenty as that knowledge will be essential for your success in this role for our client.

But don't misunderstand; this isn't a solutions design role. It's far more than that as you'll be taking charge of our client's logistics and distribution network in the UK, EU, and APAC, developing, and implementing strategies and solutions which will transform our client's global operations and support ambitious growth plans. As such you will be a strong visionary leader with a track record of strategic logistics network development and design.

Over the years, our client has built an impressive business manufacturing and supplying seasonal and promotions-led consumer products to leading retail, wholesale, and ecommerce channels. They've grown organically and through acquisition and now want to streamline and improve their logistics, warehousing, and distribution facilities. The UK facility needs to be automated. Then they would like a new DC in the EU - possibly Germany or Netherlands, then an APAC facility to service their Australian/Asian markets.

So that's where you come in.

Due to the nature of the role, our client has some essential specifics that you'll have to demonstrate in your background. You'll need to be familiar with wholesale, retail, and e-commerce operations for a start. Experience in 3PL is critical, and we mentioned solutions design earlier, as that's also a vital area of expertise they would like to see combined with programme/project management to drive and facilitate warehousing operational excellence and continuous improvement projects, guide, and coach local operational and project teams. Most importantly you will also lead a programme of works in relation to process design and the implementation of MHE and automation within existing and new Distribution Centres.

Although this role has no direct reports, you will work in partnership with cross functional stakeholders and experienced warehousing and logistics colleagues across continents, to identify and develop scaleable solutions to optimise operations and boost productivity.

This role would suit a degree educated, highly numerate and analytic logistics professional who possesses practical experience of 3PL solutions design in warehouse and material flow planning, automation and the associated cost modelling, analytics, and commercial business cases. This should ideally be combined with progression into logistics project/programme management. Finally, as this role is part of the strategic succession plan to VP level, our client is ultimately seeking candidates who also have strong strategic and operational leadership experience.

Exposure to logistics modelling tools (CLASS, CAST, Logility, Llamasoft) would be advantageous. Advanced MS skills including Excel, Visio, Project and Powerpoint will be a prerequisite. A track record of planning and management of multiple projects, with demonstrable ROI will be critical to success. Prince2 and Black Belt Six Sigma would be advantageous. Experience of AutoCAD would also be advantageous

Whilst third party contract logistics solutions design experience, with the focus on warehousing, will be a key requirement, your operational excellence, project management and strategic and operational leadership experience may have been gained either within 3PL or inhouse within a FMCG retail or FMCG manufacturing environment. Exposure to pan European and International project management would be the icing on the cake.

Overall, this role will provide the platform for you to become a central part of our client's operations and lead to future progression opportunities to the top level of the business.

There's plenty more detail to discuss about this role, so please indicate your interest by emailing your CV quoting reference LX 944991