Job Title: Procurement Officer (LC6)
Location: Preston
Salary:

• CIPS Level 5: £16.22 - £18.41 per hour
• CIPS Level 6: £18.41 - £20.63 per hour

Job Category: Financial

Description:
Service Care Solutions is assisting a police force in Lancashire with the recruitment of a skilled Procurement Officer. We are looking for candidates who are part or fully qualified in Level 5 or Level 6 of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). The role involves managing procurement processes, tendering, and contract negotiations within public sector frameworks.

Requirements:

• CIPS Level 5 or Level 6 qualification
• Experience in public sector procurement
• Strong knowledge of procurement regulations and contract management
• NPPV3 Vetting required

Responsibilities Include:

• Undertaking procurement projects in line with public contract regulations
• Managing high-value tenders and contracts
• Providing procurement advice to senior managers
• Ensuring compliance with procurement laws and achieving value for money

To apply or for more information, contact:
Lewis Ashcroft
Email: Lewis.Ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk OR call 01772 208962

Job Title: Procurement Officer (LC6)
Location: Preston
Salary:

• CIPS Level 5: £15.48 - £17.57 per hour
• CIPS Level 6: £17.57 - £19.70 per hour

Job Category: Financial
Description:
Service Care Solutions is assisting a police force in Lancashire with the recruitment of a skilled Procurement Officer. We are looking for candidates who are part or fully qualified in Level 5 or Level 6 of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). The role involves managing procurement processes, tendering, and contract negotiations within public sector frameworks.
Requirements:

• CIPS Level 5 or Level 6 qualification
• Experience in public sector procurement
• Strong knowledge of procurement regulations and contract management
• NPPV3 Vetting required

Responsibilities Include:

• Undertaking procurement projects in line with public contract regulations
• Managing high-value tenders and contracts
• Providing procurement advice to senior managers
• Ensuring compliance with procurement laws and achieving value for money

To apply or for more information, contact:
Lewis Ashcroft
Email: Lewis.Ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk OR call 01772 208962

Junior ESG Procurement Officer

Our Business Support teams deliver the vital services to ensure the continued success of our business divisions. These services include HR, Finance, Procurement, Marketing, Legal and Commercial, Estates and Facilities, Core Technology, Corporate Security, IT, and Fleet. Every person in every team is contributing to the lasting impact our Team makes. Help keep the nation's critical digital infrastructures connected and protected.

At Telent, we're committed to creating social, economic, and environmental value through our supply chain. We are seeking a Procurement ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Officer to join our team. This is a great opportunity for recent graduates or individuals with relevant skills seeking a career in sustainable procurement

As a Procurement ESG Officer, you will be responsible for collecting and analysing data, assessing performance, and driving sustainable development initiatives within our supply chain. You will play a key role in reducing Scope 3 carbon emissions, enhancing social value, and promoting ethical standards.

What you'll do:

• Extract, gather and analyse supplier data to identify trends and opportunities for improving ESG performance


• Handle reporting requirements for various legal and industry frameworks, ensuring accuracy and transparency


• Work with internal and external stakeholders to gather and validate data required for ESG reporting.


• Collaborate with Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety (QEHS), Engineering, Project, and Compliance teams to align Procurement ESG goals.


• Conduct research and benchmarking to identify leading practices related to ESG in Procurement


• Build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders while retaining the ability to question, challenge, and influence.


• Assist in developing and implementing ESG-related policies and procedures.


• Provide training and guidance to procurement teams on ESG principles, practices, and tools.


• Monitor ESG regulatory developments and advise on potential impacts on procurement processes.


• Present ESG-related updates and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.


• Make prompt and clear decisions, taking responsibility for strategic priorities and promoting Telent's social value principles.


• Support Procurement's input to the corporate Disaster Recovery & Continuity Plan.


• Engage in bid support and functional activities to meet business requirements and promote the use of Telent's tools and processes.


• Support the development of a high-performing and inclusive procurement team.

Who you are:

This role would be ideal for a candidate with strong numerical and analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and a good understanding of data analysis and visualisation tools. An interest in sustainability and associated metrics/methodologies, such as carbon foot-printing and life cycle assessment. The role includes a structured professional development plan, leading to a Level 4 or 5 Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) qualification and progression to an Analyst role.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or a related fields/specialisms such as Economics, Market Research, Information Management, Statistics or Industrial Engineering.


• Work experience or internships in procurement, supply chain management, sustainability, or related fields.


• Understanding of procurement processes and supplier management.


• Basic knowledge of ESG principles, frameworks and reporting standards e.g. Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi),

What we offer:

A career at Telent can span many sectors, roles, technologies and clients giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to deliver.

We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on-going commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work.

The additional benefits with this role:

• 34 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell five days each year


• Company pension scheme


• A range of family friendly policies


• Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal


• Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping with Telent Reward scheme

Learn more about Telent:

Click here for Telent Video!

Brilliance brought together.

The Role:

Blackpool and The Fylde College (B&FC) is seeking a driven and customer-focused individual to join our IT Services team as an IT Asset & Procurement Officer. This exciting role offers the opportunity to play a crucial part in managing and streamlining our IT asset and procurement processes.

Your Responsibilities Will Include: As a key member of the IT Services team, you will:

Manage the entire lifecycle of IT assets, from acquisition through to disposal, ensuring compliance and accuracy at every stage.
Facilitate IT procurement for hardware and software, liaising with suppliers and internal teams to streamline purchasing and maintain license management.
Maintain accurate asset records, process invoices, and track goods-in, ensuring assets are readily available.
Support the IT Services team by triaging service requests, updating systems, and maintaining operational procedures.
Contribute to team development by mentoring junior apprentices and ensuring compliance through regular asset audits.
Why Join Us? Join a dynamic, collaborative team passionate about technology and innovation. You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our IT services, while growing your skills in a vibrant, supportive environment.

Interested? Apply Early! We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so if this role excites you, apply as soon as possible!

Rewards and Benefits
Enhanced leave allowance of 38 days (full-time equivalent), inclusive of bank holidays
Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
Competitive pension scheme:
Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) - 28.68% employer contribution
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - 19.3% employer contribution
Extensive professional development opportunities for all, with B&FC choosing to invest circa. £1.8m annually in colleague development and professional qualifications
Agile working opportunities
Enhanced Family friendly policies
Extensive wellbeing provision including, but not limited to:
Access to funded Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7, 365 days a year
Occupational Health
FREE Flu Vouchers for those not entitled through the NHS
FREE eye tests
Dedicated Wellbeing Hub available to all colleagues containing rich and varied content with resources relating to emotional, physical, financial and social wellbeing
FREE healthy breakfast
Sports facilities including fully equipped gym and discounted memberships
Health and beauty salon
Trim Trails on Campus (guided routes for walks)
Onsite food outlets and Starbucks at subsidised rates
FREE car parking
Car lease scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Onsite kids ‘Sports Camp’ 8am – 5pm during selected half-term breaks


B&FC is committed to the promotion of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all resourcing practices. Please email jobs@blackpool.ac.uk should a specific adjustment be required to support in the application and selection process

B&FC is dedicated to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of all learners, and expects all colleagues to share in this commitment. As such, employment at B&FC is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. For further information on DBS, please click here

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Summary

Job Description for Head of Procurement:

There's never been a more exciting time to be part of the nuclear sector. New opportunities are being created all the time. At NNL, you'll be in the ideal place to capitalise on this momentum, face new challenges and develop a long, successful and meaningful career.

We're an organisation that's here to experiment and push the limits of what's possible. So, if you're keen to excel in your chosen field, this is the place to do it. Because at NNL, anything is possible.

The Head of Procurement will operate at a strategic level, engaging senior business representatives to set strategy and lead a team of circa 20 procurement professionals to provide effective commercial advice, procurement delivery and contract management oversight. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain a strong understanding of all commercial and procurement activity taking place within the business areas and be able to advise and provide guidance on matters including customer and CAPEX projects and service arrangements across a diverse supplier base. As part of the Professional Services Senior Leadership Team (SLT), the Head of Procurement will also be heavily involved in setting the strategy of the department and will take an active role in delivering continuous improvement and functional new ways of working.

The location for this role is flexible and can be based at Risley, Preston or Workington.

Main Responsibilities for Head of Procurement:

• The successful candidate will be expected to:
  
  
  
  • Develop and implement appropriate plans and strategies in support of business objectives.
  
  
  • Develop highly effective relationships with senior business unit stakeholders and negotiate and influence stakeholders to achieve best commercial outcomes.
  
  
  • Lead a Procurement function to be pro-active, outward-facing and viewed by stakeholders as an essential partner in decision-making. Increase the procurement / commercial capability and business acumen across the business, ensuring a relentless focus on achieving value for money.
  
  
  • Ensure procurement and contract management activities are undertaken in line with prevailing policies and all necessary regulatory requirements
  
  
  • Enable the effective and efficient delivery of procurement activities. Play a key leadership and change management role in developing a strong Procurement function.
  
  
  • Provide hands-on targeted procurement or contract management support where required and oversee contractual dispute handling.
  
  
  • Work as a contributing member of the Professional Services SLT, helping to drive the direction and agenda of the function as a whole.
  
  
  • Provide outstanding leadership to Procurement staff, enabling effective delivery and supporting professional and personal development. Contribute to creating a great place to work, championing diversity and inclusive ways of working.
  
  
  
  

Essential Criteria for Head of Procurement:

• Decisive: Able to evaluate complex commercial challenges and reach appropriate decisions in short timeframes based on evidence and prevailing procurement policy.


• Builds Relationships: Excellent communication and influencing skills, able to build relationships with senior stakeholders, engage, and challenge them to achieve best commercial outcomes.


• Coaching Manager: Significant experience of successfully leading others to deliver objectives in an ambiguous and changing environment.


• Strategy and Policy Development: Demonstrable experience in shaping and implementing commercial / procurement strategy and policy Contract and Supply Management: Proven ability to effectively ensure suppliers deliver the best quality services and support in complicated and regulated environments.


• Qualification: If not already MCIPS qualified, a willingness to work towards securing it, with additional commitment to securing Chartered status.


• Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years' worth of UK residency).

Desirable Criteria for Head of Procurement:

• Educated to degree level.


• CIPS qualified (or working towards).

Why join us?

NNL isn't just a place where you can do career-defining work that makes a real-world impact. It's also a place where you'll feel appreciated and valued. We're creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is free to be themselves and feel like they belong. We put your wellbeing first, we push you to reach your potential, and we do everything possible to help you feel safe, supported and inspired.

We also offer a range of employee benefits:

• Sector leading Family-Focused Policies: celebrate life events, including enhanced maternity and paternity leave and a week off for your marriage.


• NNL offers attractive pension plans. If you contribute 5%, NNL contributes 15%. Alternatively, if you choose not to contribute (0%), NNL will still contribute 10%.


• Annual Leave: Benefit from 25.5 days of leave, plus 4 extra days to be taken during Christmas shutdown, plus Bank Holidays.


• Reduced gym membership with discounts of up to 25% from 3,700 gym and leisure providers across the UK


• Company Bonus: Be rewarded for your contributions.


• Learning Opportunities: Enhance your skills through excellent development programmes.


• Employee Assistance: Access support for personal and professional challenges.


• Cycle to Work: Stay active and eco-friendly.


• Life Assurance: Ensure peace of mind for you and your loved ones.


• Enhanced Sick Pay Benefits: Receive support during illness or injury.


• Access to 'Mydiscounts' which has a range of special offers and discounts from more than 200 suppliers, including medical insurance and dental insurance.


• Health Care: Health savings plan which allows you to claim money back on visits to the dentist, optician and/or physiotherapist (limits apply).

About The Company

NNL is an incredible place to work. A place where people do things that have never been done before. A place where people push boundaries to further themselves, the business and society as a whole.

This is a place where personal and professional opportunities are limitless. If you want to change the world, if you want to tackle climate change, if you want to help advance medical science, if you want to help put things in space, if you want to answer the big questions, if you want to work with extraordinary materials, if you want to meet great people, learn new skills, challenge yourself, work flexibly, and build a long successful career with the power to make a real impact… you can do it all here.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

NNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) where NNL aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.

Recruitment Agency Notice

We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for the provision of recruitment services. Only agencies on our PSL may provide CVs and only when the role is released to them by our recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from suppliers not currently on our PSL. We explicitly reserve the right to add candidate details from unsolicited CVs from non-PSL agencies into our own candidate database and to pursue/hire such candidate(s) without any obligation, financial or otherwise, to the agency concerned.

ESG Procurement Officer

Our Business Support teams deliver the vital services to ensure the continued success of our business divisions. These services include HR, Finance, Procurement, Marketing, Legal and Commercial, Estates and Facilities, Core Technology, Corporate Security, IT, and Fleet. Every person in every team is contributing to the lasting impact our Team makes. Help keep the nation's critical digital infrastructures connected and protected.

At Telent, we're committed to creating social, economic, and environmental value through our supply chain. We are seeking a Procurement ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Officer to join our team. This is a great opportunity for recent graduates or individuals with relevant skills seeking a career in sustainable procurement

As a Procurement ESG Officer, you will be responsible for collecting and analysing data, assessing performance, and driving sustainable development initiatives within our supply chain. You will play a key role in reducing Scope 3 carbon emissions, enhancing social value, and promoting ethical standards.

What you'll do:

• Extract, gather and analyse supplier data to identify trends and opportunities for improving ESG performance


• Handle reporting requirements for various legal and industry frameworks, ensuring accuracy and transparency


• Work with internal and external stakeholders to gather and validate data required for ESG reporting.


• Collaborate with Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety (QEHS), Engineering, Project, and Compliance teams to align Procurement ESG goals.


• Conduct research and benchmarking to identify leading practices related to ESG in Procurement


• Build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders while retaining the ability to question, challenge, and influence.


• Assist in developing and implementing ESG-related policies and procedures.


• Provide training and guidance to procurement teams on ESG principles, practices, and tools.


• Monitor ESG regulatory developments and advise on potential impacts on procurement processes.


• Present ESG-related updates and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.


• Make prompt and clear decisions, taking responsibility for strategic priorities and promoting Telent's social value principles.


• Support Procurement's input to the corporate Disaster Recovery & Continuity Plan.


• Engage in bid support and functional activities to meet business requirements and promote the use of Telent's tools and processes.


• Support the development of a high-performing and inclusive procurement team.

Who you are:

This role would be ideal for a candidate with strong numerical and analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and a good understanding of data analysis and visualisation tools. An interest in sustainability and associated metrics/methodologies, such as carbon foot-printing and life cycle assessment. The role includes a structured professional development plan, leading to a Level 4 or 5 Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) qualification and progression to an Analyst role.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or a related fields/specialisms such as Economics, Market Research, Information Management, Statistics or Industrial Engineering.


• Work experience or internships in procurement, supply chain management, sustainability, or related fields.


• Understanding of procurement processes and supplier management.


• Basic knowledge of ESG principles, frameworks and reporting standards e.g. Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi),

What we offer:

A career at Telent can span many sectors, roles, technologies and clients giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to deliver.

We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on-going commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work.

The additional benefits with this role:

• 34 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell five days each year


• Company pension scheme


• A range of family friendly policies


• Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal


• Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping with Telent Reward scheme

Learn more about Telent:

Click here for Telent Video!

The post holder will take some direction from the Senior Procurement Manager but also work independently and proactively to: Work with colleagues in the procurement team to design and execute the delivery of the procurement strategy and balanced scorecard objectives through the work plan. Provide excellent customer service to clinicians and service users across the LPC Trusts and customer trusts. Develop and lead a range of high value procurement projects including planning and tender selection strategies. This involves working closely with clinical and non-clinical staff in order to achieve project support and sign off Developing appropriate procurement documents via the tendering system and assisting in setting up the award evaluation system. Responsible for the procurement of high value, complex contracts, ensuring appropriate project management processes are in place, status reports are compiled and the procurement requirements are Lead on commercial negotiations with suppliers in accordance with the project Support and guide the professional and training developmental needs within the Supervise a dedicated buying team aligned to a selected customer Day to day management of Senior Buyer and Lead Buyer within delegated limits and as required and directed by the Senior Procurement Manager, ensuring motivational and morale levels are improved and maintained. Support budget holders in managing their budgets for allocated projects (across the whole life cycle) and the provision of regular update reports against agreed Significantly contribute as part of the LPCprocurement team (tower) to the strategy and direction of the tower, in particular with regards to the category of spend within remit. Support the Senior Procurement Managers in the development and execution of the Procurement tower and wider Lancashire Procurement Cluster strategy by ensuring it is communicated, understood and supported by budget Managers and Clinicians, so achieving the LPC objectives and ensuring commercial arrangements are optimised throughout the member Lead on the uptake of local benefit from collaborative arrangements with all collaborative partners. Ensure compliance with statutory and local policies/standards/procedures throughout the procurement Co-ordination of high value quotations and tenders ensuring that there is compliance with Trust Standing Orders and Standing Financial Instructions Identify and deliver projects and efficiencies to achieve agreed performance Working closely with partner Trusts, to analyse spend, control expenditure, understand markets and identify savings opportunities. Ensure that all contracts data is captured on the LPC wide contract register. Record efficiencies in the form of savings from budget and inflation/cost-avoidance

The LPC (Lancashire Procurement Cluster) Procurement team are seeking applications for a Procurement Manager.

Applications are sought from across the private and public sector. The successful applicants will bring energy and customer focus to the role. It is important that we recruit the best possible candidate, recognising that innovation and continuous improvement will be key to delivering
sustainable NHS services for the future.

Training and support is offered to the right candidates to ensure they can be successful in the role.

If you think you have the skills and motivation to take on these challenging and exciting roles and would like an informal discussion regarding the opportunity please contact the Head of Procurement

The LPC encourage applications from those keen on a blended/ hybrid approach to office and home working flexibility.

The Procurement Manager will work within the Procurement tower to support the delivery of the procurement strategy and achieve “balanced Scorecard” targets. This includes delivering against the following objectives:
• Savings and efficiency targets
• Improving compliance with procurement regulations
• Customer service
• Reducing harm initiatives

They will be expected to work with stakeholders at all levels to present the procurement cluster as a progressive and responsive group who work collaboratively, provide new thinking and positively influence system improvement and efficiency.

They will contribute significantly as part of the LPC Procurement team to the strategy and direction of the team.

They will work on specific/allocated projects against agreed timescales and outcomes for LPC customers. This will include sourcing of goods, equipment, materials and services that meet requirements by demonstrating value for money and promoting an integrated approach to procurement.

They will identify and drive through strategic sourcing projects and shape the procurement strategy for spend within their remit.

Provide professional support to users in respect of the procurement process, including PSR and The new procurement Act coming out in October 2024 and required process to be followed.

Contribute as a senior member of the LPC Procurement team to the strategy and direction of the team

The LPC Procurement team is a new exiting team for 2024 and we are all embarking on and by joining us now you will be at the start of a collaborative journey. You can find out more about LPC at https://lancashireprocurement.nhs.uk/media/news/one-lsc-host-announcement or https://www.healthierlsc.co.uk/

The post holder will take some direction from the Senior Procurement Manager but also work independently and proactively to:
1. Work with colleagues in the procurement team to design and execute the delivery of the procurement strategy and balanced scorecard objectives through the work plan.
2. Provide excellent customer service to clinicians and service users across the LPC Trusts and customer trusts.
3. Develop and lead a range of high value procurement projects including planning and tender selection strategies. This involves working closely with clinical and non-clinical staff in order to achieve project support and sign off
4. Developing appropriate procurement documents via the tendering system and assisting in setting up the award evaluation system.
5. Responsible for the procurement of high value, complex contracts, ensuring appropriate project management processes are in place, status reports are compiled and the procurement requirements are
6. Lead on commercial negotiations with suppliers in accordance with the project
7. Support and guide the professional and training developmental needs within the
8. Supervise a dedicated buying team aligned to a selected customer
9. Day to day management of Senior Buyer and Lead Buyer within delegated limits and as required and directed by the Senior Procurement Manager, ensuring motivational and morale levels are improved and maintained.
10. Support budget holders in managing their budgets for allocated projects (across the whole life cycle) and the provision of regular update reports against agreed
11. Significantly contribute as part of the LPC procurement team (tower) to the strategy and direction of the tower, in particular with regards to the category of spend within remit.
12. Support the Senior Procurement Managers in the development and execution of the Procurement tower and wider Lancashire Procurement Cluster strategy by ensuring it is communicated, understood and supported by budget Managers and Clinicians, so achieving the LPC objectives and ensuring commercial arrangements are optimised throughout the member
13. Lead on the uptake of local benefit from collaborative arrangements with all collaborative partners.
14. Ensure compliance with statutory and local policies/standards/procedures throughout the procurement
15. Co-ordination of high value quotations and tenders ensuring that there is compliance with Trust Standing Orders and Standing Financial Instructions
16. Identify and deliver projects and efficiencies to achieve agreed performance
17. Working closely with partner Trusts, to analyse spend, control expenditure, understand markets and identify savings opportunities.
18. Ensure that all contracts data is captured on the LPC wide contract register.
19. Record efficiencies in the form of savings from budget and inflation/cost-avoidance


This advert closes on Tuesday 20 Aug 2024

What skills and experience we're looking for



Who we’re looking for

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic individual who is proactive, with good attention to detail and a passion for excellence in all they do.

You need to have an interest in the built environment and property and facilities management (previous experience not essential), with good IT skills and are able to prioritise and work effectively within a busy team.

You will have:

• 5 GCSEs (Grade 4 or above) including English and Maths or equivalent.
• The ability to use MS Office software packages such as Word, Excel and Outlook, as well as Explorer and databases.
• The ability to prioritise, work efficiently and accurately, particularly under pressure, to deadlines and using own initiative.



What the school offers its staff



About Star Central

Star Central, which is based at our head office in Blackburn, Lancashire, provides leadership, strategic direction and support to Star Academies, Star Institute and our schools.

The Star Central team includes experts from a range of professional backgrounds, who work together to provide an outstanding support service to the Star community. We support our schools to provide educational and operational excellence and to cultivate a strong Star community, with the aim of nurturing today’s young people and inspiring tomorrow’s leaders.

As part of Star Academies’ Capital and Estates team, you will be working in a team responsible for building and opening new schools for thousands of pupils whilst also looking after over 30 other schools across the country.

Working for one of the highest performing multi-academy trusts in the country with 22,000 pupils, the successful candidate will help to support operational excellence at a time when our estate is growing and we are embarking on ambitious programmes to ensure our buildings are NetZero ready.

This is a fixed term opportunity, providing a nationally recognised qualification in Business Administration up to Level 3, with opportunities thereafter to progress further within the Trust.





Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

HRGO are hiring for a Helpdesk operative on behalf of the Hospital Health Centre. As a Helpdesk Operative, you will be responsible for providing technical support and assistance to hospital staff, patients, and visitors. This role requires excellent communication skills, a strong customer service orientation, and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues, including desktops, laptops, printers, and other peripherals.
• Assist with network connectivity, password resets, and system access requests.
• Document all support requests and resolutions in the helpdesk ticketing system.
• Escalate complex technical issues to the appropriate IT support team members.
• Maintain knowledge of hospital health centre's IT policies and procedures.
• Assist with the setup and configuration of new IT equipment for hospital staff.
• Provide training and guidance to end users on IT systems and applications.
• Contribute to ongoing process improvement initiatives within the IT helpdesk team.

Skills:

• Good customer service.
• Competent in Word and computer literate
• Ability to work in a team and under pressure
• Ability to work alone if required
• Able to multi task
• Able to complete ad-hoc admin duties

Working hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

£11.44 ph

Basic DBS required

If you are passionate about providing exceptional technical support in a healthcare environment and possess the skills and qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply for the position of Helpdesk Operative today!

Purchasing Manager - Burnley - Industrial Manufacturing

About The Company

My client is an established industrial manufacturing business with innovation and customer focus at the heart of everything they do. Independently owned and with operations in over 40 countries across Europe, Asia, America and Russia they are driven by quality, efficiency, reliability and stability.

Due to internal progression, they are currently looking to recruit an experienced Purchasing Manager to play a pivotal role in the ongoing development of their Purchasing Department / Team. The successful candidate should have strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and lead the existing team, whilst also contributing to the ongoing direction of the department.

Purchasing Manager - Package Details

• £45,000 - £50,000 dependent on experience
• £8,280 Car Allowance Per Annum
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Private Healthcare
• Enhanced Pension Scheme
• Annual Profit Share
• Free On-Site Parking

Purchasing Manager - Requirements

• Qualified to CIPS Level 5
• At least 6 years Procurement or Supply Chain experience, ideally gained within a fast paced, process based industrial manufacturing environment
• Previous experience of leading a team of buyers and purchasing assistants
• Strong experience in Supplier Sourcing, Vendor Appraisal, Formal Tenders and Contract Negotiation
• Ability to work closely with all areas of the business and key stakeholders
• Previous experience / knowledge of SAP would be highly desirable

Purchasing Manager - Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the On-going development of the purchasing strategy
• Responsible for price and contract negotiation of circa £60M
• Focused on product cost reduction, value engineering, savings and efficiencies
• Provide industry insight to internal stakeholders
• Manage supplier relationships from selection to product availability
• On-going review of supplier performance
• Ongoing Management of Purchasing Team (4 Individuals)
• Manage MRP for all direct inventory

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

You will have the opportunity to work for a global leading manufacturing organisation who're a well-respected and established firm. This firm is a world leader in the precision manufacturer of valves and fittings for the transportation of bulk liquids in the tank container, road tanker and rail industries. This organisation has its own state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, having total control over all manufacturing processes from foundry to testing.
Your new role

• Utilising your strategic procurement experience, you will be involved with all aspects of developing the supply chain from cradle-to-grave.
• Responsible for the measurement and reporting of all key supplier metrics and KPI's across the portfolio of commodities.
• Builds and maintains information on supply market and key suppliers. Provides market trends and cost analysis/modelling to internal networks to improve long term cost position, drive best practices and ensure reliable supply
• Ensuring new suppliers adhere to the business's requirements and continue to do so for the life of the programme.
• You will champion Supplier Relationship Management to seek commercial benefits on behalf of the business.

What you'll need to succeed

• Engineering background with a minimum of 3–5 years previous experience in a Purchasing/Purchasing Management
• Competent use of purchasing modules within ERP/MRP system.
• Proven track record of controlling and reducing external spend whilst developing a robust supplier base.
• Experience of purchasing bespoke manufactured parts including scheduled deliveries.
• Management and coordination of purchasing activities with relation to cost, delivery and quality performance.
• Coordinating and managing with quality personnel, resolutions to Supplier Quality concerns, ensuring timely and effective containment and long-term resolutions.
• Mentoring new starters, providing ‘on the job' training to existing team members and ensuring that the team are satisfactorily supported in their day to day work activities.
• Continuous development of self and individual team members

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary £45,000 per annum DOE
• 32 days holiday including public holidays
• Bonus scheme
• Life assurance
• Enhanced sickness benefit
• Discounted Gym membership
• Childcare vouchers
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free car parking

What you need to do now
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