A Finance Manager is an imperative role in a Finance Department.
Key Responsibilities for a Finance Manager can include:
- Providing financial reports and interpreting financial information for management
- Making recommendations to management around financial expectations to aid in long-term and short-term decision making
- Advising on investment activities and provide strategies that the company should take
- Maintaining the financial health of the organisation
- Analysing costs, pricing, variable contributions, sales results and the company’s actual performance compared to the business plans
- Managing the preparation of the company’s budget.
- Establishing and maintaining financial policies and procedures for the company
- Liaising with auditors to ensure appropriate monitoring of company finances is maintained.
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Group FP&A Analyst
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£55000 - £60000 per annum + Bonus
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London
Permanent KennedyPearce are working with a very exciting leisure, multi-site company hiring an FP&A analyst within the group team. This company is PE Backed and this role will be responsible for preparing the key reports used by senior team members and working closely with our global teams to provide insight and analysis. This role offers hybrid working and an excellent team around you. The ideal candidate will be newly qualified. Key Responsibilities: Provide key monthly reporting, including global management reports, global product performance reports, and KPI reporting to senior management. Review of month end submissions, issuing queries to territory finance teams where required. Manage timetable of month end process. Management of Group finance system administration and provide troubleshooting to users where required. Support with the annual budget and long-term plan, providing ad hoc analysis on plans. Business partnering with global operational teams to understand KPIs and growth initiatives. Collaborate with territory finance teams and build strong relationships. Required Skills: CIMA/ACA/ACCA qualified. Fully proficient in Excel, preparing reports and ensuring data integrity in all outputs. Ability to build reports & models from scratch, to manipulate data, able to use advanced formulas and features. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail with the ability to work independently. Experience in a Group Finance setting. Experience in working in a subscription-based revenue business ideal
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Finance Analyst
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£40000 - £50000 per annum
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Greenwich
Contract KennedyPearce are hiring a Finance Analyst for a Facilities Management company based in London. This role is a 12 month maternity contract with the potential to go permanent. This role offers flexibility and will be split between North Greenwich and Heathrow (on average 2/3 days required in the office). The key focus of this role is cost focused and partnering with senior stakeholders and external clients. The role: Ensure invoicing on a regular basis and accurate against contract. Monitor & challenge costs for rebilling purposes. Work with credit control to resolve issues on unpaid invoices. Cost - Assist with the review, allocation & reconciliation of worked hours. Monitor mobile phone costs, fuel cards, vehicle expenses and assist with the reporting. Reporting & Analysis - Preparing the monthly management pack including Operational KPI's & Department P&L's. Identify areas of concern & communicate to management. Assist with the annual budgets and rolling forecasts for costing for pricing purposes. Liaise with budget holders monthly to establish the cause of budget or forecast variances when comparing to actual results. Effectively handle all queries from key budget holders, and proactively help them to manage costs in their areas of the business. Complete all monthly accruals/ prepayment/ recharge and reallocation journals Assist operations by acting as point of contact between them and Central finance functions to ensure supplier payments are made promptly. Agency timesheets, review submissions before sent to the supplier The ideal candidate: Will be able to start in April 2025 ACCA/ CIMA Finalist or QBE AAT qualified or experience bookeeping Relevant commercially focused experience with cost understanding
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Finance Manager
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£50000 - £55000 per annum
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City of London
Contract KennedyPearce are hiring a Finance Manager for a construction business based in London on a 10-12 month maternity cover contract. This role is based in the heart of London and will offer one day working from home. This job would suit a qualified by experience candidate with a minimum of 5 years of experience working in an SME. The successful individual will have in-depth knowledge of UK tax regulations, including VAT, PAYE, and Corporation Tax. They must have proven experience in payroll management, financial reporting, and budgeting. Proficiency in using financial software tools and expert-level Excel skills is essential for this role. Job responsibilities: Oversee daily financial operations with a focus on accuracy and efficiency. Manage and optimise payroll, ensuring compliance and timely processing. Ensure full compliance with UK tax regulations. Lead budgeting and forecasting, identifying potential risks and opportunities. Prepare and present financial reports, highlighting key trends and actionable insights. Deliver data-driven insights to support business decisions and long-term growth. Explore funding options and financial strategies to support growth and sustainability. Identify cost-saving measures without compromising service quality. Manage credit control to maintain a healthy cash flow. Ensure adherence to financial regulations and company policies. Oversee asset management to maximise efficiency and returns. Administer pension schemes and ensure compliance with employee benefit regulations. This is a great varied and challenging role for an ambitious Finance Manager. Please note we are looking for somebody to start in or by April 2025.
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Finance Officer
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£30000 - £32000 per annum + Pension, Healthcare
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London
Temporary I am partnered with an iconic charity based in Central London who are looking to appoint a Finance Officer on a full time basis. This role will initially be temporary with the view to go permanent. You must be available to start no later than w/c 31st March 2025. A hybrid working arrangement is available with an office presence only required a maximum of 1-2 days per week. Reporting to the Financial Controller and working closely with other members of the finance team, the primary responsibilities of this role include processing the purchase and sales invoices, administering credit control, and supporting tax and VAT requirements. Key Accountabilities: Accounts Payable Process invoices by checking, scanning, and accurately inputting them into the Yooz Purchase Order system within two days of receipt. Coordinate with the Finance Assistant to ensure deadlines are met. Manage internal and external purchase ledger communications. Verify invoice coding and ensure VAT is applied correctly. Identify and separate invoices for the subsidiary Trading Company, ensuring correct posting. Reconcile supplier statements and ensure timely processing of outstanding invoices. Resolve queries by liaising with purchase order originators, budget managers, and suppliers. Verify supplier details before payments. Perform other accounts payable tasks as needed. Payment Processing Process fortnightly BACS runs for the Gallery, Capital Project, and Trading Company, ensuring suppliers are paid within agreed terms. Initiate urgent payments when necessary. Accounts Receivable Input all receipts into the finance system and notify relevant departments. Issue and manage sales invoices, ensuring timely distribution to clients. Prepare monthly catering recharges and organise refunds. Process miscellaneous income and donations daily. Prepare and input all received cheques for banking. Maintain an efficient filing system for sales ledger records and complete period-end procedures. Provide detailed statistical income information as required. Execute additional accounts receivable tasks as needed. Credit Control Review outstanding debtors and chase overdue amounts following internal guidelines. Prepare a monthly debtors report for the Financial Controller. Issue monthly statements and reminders to customers. Maintain accurate debt collection records. Resolve customer queries in a timely manner. Complete withholding tax documentation. The postholder is expected to demonstrate relevant knowledge and experience in these responsibilities. This job description is indicative but not exhaustive. Additional duties may be assigned as required within the scope of the role. Person Specification: Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience Prior experience working in accounts, primarily in an accounts payable role. Strong understanding of accounts receivable, particularly invoicing and credit control. Skills and Attributes Familiarity with VAT principles. Solid understanding of basic accounting principles. Proficiency with finance software packages. Intermediate-level proficiency in Excel. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively, gaining confidence from both finance and non-finance staff. Enthusiastic and proactive approach to work. What's in it for you?: This position is initially offered on a temporary basis with the view to go permanent. Applicants who are only searching for temporary roles only will also be considered. On offer is an annual salary equivalent of circa £30,000, which is potentially negotiable, plus enhanced benefits.
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HR Manager
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£40000 - £50000 per annum + Bonus, Pension, Healthcare
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Downham Market
Permanent I am partnered with a privately owned manufacturing company based in Downham Market to recruit for a HR Manager on a part time permanent basis. The ideal candidate would be able to work 3 full working days, however there is flexibility on the start/finish times and working days if required. The HR Manager will oversee all aspects of human resources practices and processes. This role is crucial for ensuring the company attracts, hires, develops, and retains talented employees while fostering a positive and productive work environment. Key Responsibilities: Recruitment and Onboarding: Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings (adverts and agency interactions), candidate screening, interviewing, and selection. Oversee the onboarding process to ensure new employees are integrated smoothly into the company. Employee Relations: Act as a point of contact for employee concerns and grievances, ensuring issues are resolved promptly, fairly and consistent with the company values. Foster a positive work environment through effective communication and conflict resolution. Escalate concerns to the Operations Director or Managing Director as and when required. Performance Management: Develop and implement performance review systems. Ensures that regular performance reviews and feedback mechanisms are adhered to by employees and managers. Training and Development: Identify training needs and create development programs to enhance employee skills and career growth. Organise and facilitate training sessions and workshops to build capability and knowledge within teams. Compliance and Policy Management: Ensure company policies comply with UK employment laws and regulations. Update, maintain and communicate effectively HR policies and procedures. Compensation and Benefits: Oversee payroll and benefits administration. Review and update compensation structures to ensure competitiveness and fairness. HR Strategy and Planning: Working alongside and with the support of the Fractional People Director develop a Strategic People Plan to achieve company goals. Monitor HR metrics and report on key performance indicators that support the achievement of the Strategic People Plan. This is a newly created, stand alone role, reporting into either the Operations or Managing Director. To be considered for this role, it's essential you have sufficient experience in a similar hands-on position. A CIPD qualification would be beneficial, however we are also willing to consider candidates who are qualified by experience. On offer is a salary between £40,000-£50,000 per annum, which is potentially negotiable depending on experience. On top of this, the benefits include a bonus profit share scheme.
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Talent Acquisition Partner
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Competive Salary + Hybrid Working, Bonus, up to 30 days holiday
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City of London
Permanent Our Client a leading financial services business, offering innovative solutions to clients worldwide is looking for a Talent Acquisition Partner to join their talent team. Priding themselves on fostering a collaborative and dynamic workplace that encourages growth, and excellence, the talent team are looking for a Talent professional specialising in Risk Recruitment to join their team. Job Description: As a Talent Acquisition Partner focusing on risk recruitment, you will play a critical role in identifying, attracting, and hiring top-tier talent for risk-related roles across our business. You will work closely with senior business leaders and hiring managers to support the growth and strengthening of our risk and compliance teams. Your expertise in risk management recruitment will help us attract professionals who have a deep understanding of financial regulations, operational risk, and risk mitigation. Key Responsibilities: Full-Cycle Recruitment for EMEA: Lead end-to-end recruitment processes for a variety of risk-focused roles, including but not limited to Risk Analysts, Risk Managers, Compliance Officers, Operational Risk, Credit Risk, Market Risk, and Regulatory Affairs positions. Strategic Talent Acquisition: Develop and execute effective talent acquisition strategies to attract high-caliber candidates within the risk and financial services sector. Leverage innovative sourcing techniques, networks, and partnerships to build a pipeline of top talent. Stakeholder Management: Partner with senior leaders, hiring managers, and HR teams to understand business needs, advise on market trends, and tailor recruitment strategies for risk recruitment. Market Expertise: Stay up-to-date with industry developments, trends, and regulations in the financial services and risk management sectors. Share market insights with the hiring team to optimize recruitment approaches and ensure competitive hiring practices. Candidate Assessment & Engagement: Screen, interview, and assess candidates' technical expertise, experience, and cultural fit for risk management roles. Present shortlisted candidates to hiring managers with thorough evaluations and recommendations. Offer Negotiation & Onboarding: Manage the negotiation process for job offers, ensuring alignment between candidate expectations and business requirements. Support candidates through the offer and onboarding processes, ensuring a seamless transition into the organization. Metrics & Reporting: Track and report on recruitment KPIs, including time-to-fill, candidate quality, and diversity. Provide regular updates and insights to senior leadership. Requirements: Experience: Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in recruitment, with a strong focus on risk-related positions in the financial services industry (e.g., banking, insurance, investment management). Industry Knowledge: In-depth understanding of risk management, compliance, financial regulations, and related sectors. A solid grasp of the financial services landscape and its talent needs is essential. Recruitment Expertise: Proven track record of successfully filling mid- to senior-level risk positions in a fast-paced, competitive environment. Stakeholder Management: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and partner with senior stakeholders and hiring managers. Sourcing Skills: Expertise in sourcing passive candidates using a variety of platforms and networks, including LinkedIn, industry events, and professional associations. Analytical & Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail with the ability to assess candidate suitability accurately. Data-driven approach to tracking and improving recruitment performance. Benefits: Competitive Salary Hybrid Working (4 days in the office, 1 day WFH) Annual Bonus Inclusive Culture 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays. Holiday increases to up to 30 days for every year worked Birthday off Office snacks and refreshments Salary to be discussed on application.
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Receptionist
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£25000 - £26000 per annum + Pension, Healthcare
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Grantham
Permanent Partnered with a well-established business based in Colsterworth, I am hiring for a Receptionist on a full time permanent basis. Key responsibilities will include: Ensure all calls are answered in a timely and professional manner. Directing and dealing with queries efficiently. Manage mail room support services and contract relationships. Ensure timely distribution of all incoming mail across the business and process outgoing mail. Maintain stationery supply levels, special requirements and storage. Deliver a consistent and professional visitor experience in accordance with the current guidelines for both internal and external customers. This includes meeting room bookings and requirements, hotel bookings and events. Deal with all day-to-day administration processes relevant to reception duties to include data checking and supporting the wider business with various administrative duties. Daily duties include contract confirmation processing for Compliance and weight entry processing and scanning for Customer Support. On offer is an annual salary of £25,800 per annum plus a whole host of benefits including free onsite parking, sick pay, company events, healthcare and much more. The working hours are Mon to Fri, 08:00-16:00 with a 30 minute lunch break. To be considered for this role, you must have your own transport and previous work experience in a customer service or administrative role.
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HR Manager
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£40000 - £50000 per annum + Pension, Healthcare
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King's Lynn and West Norfolk District
Permanent Partnered with a business based in West Norfolk, we are searching for an experienced HR Manager on a part time permanent basis circa 2-3 days per week. This is a newly create, stand alone role due to organic growth of the business. Your key responsibilities will include, but not limited to, the following: Manage the full recruitment cycle, including selection and induction processes. Develop, implement, and review HR policies and procedures. Conduct compensation and benefits benchmarking to ensure competitive positioning. Handle employee relations, communications, and engagement initiatives. Oversee training and development programs. Provide guidance to managers on people leadership matters. Support internal audit processes and compliance inspections related to the Quality Management System (QMS). HR administration On offer is a competitive salary depending on experience plus a whole host of benefits.
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Credit Portfolio Assistant Mandarin Speaking
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Bonus, 11% Pension, Medical & Dental, £2.5k Housing Allowance and More
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City of London
Permanent A Global bank based in London, currently seek a CreditPortfolio Assistant to join the banks Credit Management Division. Our client offers fantastic benefits as listed below. The role requires 5 days in their London office. The ideal candidate will have experience in portfolio analysis and speak fluent mandarin Key Responsibilities Responsible for assessing, analysing, and managing the potential risks associated with extending credit businesses or other entities. Minimise the Bank's credit-related losses by monitoring and analysing the loan portfolio and identifying early warning signals. Produce reports both in Chinese and English Portfolio monitoring: continuously monitor the credit portfolio to identify important message/early warning signals of distress or deteriorating credit quality by tracking and analysing the repayment patterns, financial covenants, internal rating, country risk, large exposure, and other changes related to credit risk. Prepare regular reports/MI pack to the Management, committees, Head Office, regulators and other relevant stakeholders, providing updates and analysis on credit risk exposure, risk appetite metrics, and other indicators to reflect the effectiveness of risk management strategies. Credit risk control: including limit reservations for derivatives and money market, and etc. Credit Risk Analysis: Evaluate the credit risk impact to the Bank's loan book by monitoring and analyzing macro economy, industry/sector trends, peers performance, products, and other specific in depth analysis. Essential Experience Required Possesses a minimum of 2 years + work experience in Credit Portfolio Analysis. Fluent in English and Mandarin. Strong data analysis capability with tools like Excel and Power BI. Python and Access optional. Benefits Discretionary Bonus 11% Pension £2.5k Housing Allowance Life Assurance Income Protection Bupa Private Medical & Annual Health Check Travel Insurance Dental Payment Plan 27 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days Season Ticket Loan
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Trade Finance Guarantees
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£55000 - £65000 per annum + Hybrid + Benefits
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West London
Permanent Our client, an international bank based in West London, who offer Hybrid working, currently seek a Trade Finance Officer/Supervisor with proven experience in processing, verifying and managing complex Guarantees To be eligible for this role you must have a technical, sound understanding of Guarantees Key Responsibilities Reporting to the Deputy Head of Trade, you will responsible for all aspects of the guarantees process, (opening, amending and administering), across the banks Branches Ensure all Guarantees are handled in line with agreed SLA's to ensure that customer service standards Ensure that instructions from customers/branches of the Bank and other banks regarding all aspects of guarantees are implemented within agreed turnaround times and are without errors Ensure that copies of Guarantees issued are sent to customers and other banks and relative charges are collected/claimed promptly Approve release of transactions at the request of the Senior Trade Services Officer or Deputy Head of Trade Services. Share responsibility for clearing outstanding reconciliation items in respect of Guarantees and any other items relating to Trade Services. Ensure that month end balancing of guarantees and commission accounts are done promptly Essential Experience Required Extensive Trade services background in particular processing, verifying and managing complex Guarantees Sound knowledge of how complex guarantees work across a variety of Trade Finance Transaction types A team player, happy to support other areas of the Trade Services team Some supervisory experience would be highly beneficial
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Trade Finance Guarantees
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£55000 - £65000 per annum + Hybrid + Benefits
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West London
Permanent Our client, an international bank based in West London, who offer Hybrid working, currently seek a Trade Finance Officer/Supervisor with proven experience in processing, verifying and managing complex Guarantees To be eligible for this role you must have a technical, sound understanding of Guarantees Key Responsibilities Reporting to the Deputy Head of Trade, you will responsible for all aspects of the guarantees process, (opening, amending and administering), across the banks Branches Ensure all Guarantees are handled in line with agreed SLA's to ensure that customer service standards Ensure that instructions from customers/branches of the Bank and other banks regarding all aspects of guarantees are implemented within agreed turnaround times and are without errors Ensure that copies of Guarantees issued are sent to customers and other banks and relative charges are collected/claimed promptly Approve release of transactions at the request of the Senior Trade Services Officer or Deputy Head of Trade Services. Share responsibility for clearing outstanding reconciliation items in respect of Guarantees and any other items relating to Trade Services. Ensure that month end balancing of guarantees and commission accounts are done promptly Essential Experience Required Extensive Trade services background in particular processing, verifying and managing complex Guarantees Sound knowledge of how complex guarantees work across a variety of Trade Finance Transaction types A team player, happy to support other areas of the Trade Services team Some supervisory experience would be highly beneficial
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Sales Administrator
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£25000 - £32000 per annum + Hybrid Working,Bonus,9% Pension,Healthcare
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City of London
Permanent An international import and export business based in the City of London is looking to hire a Sales Administrator to join their team. The client offers hybrid working, 2 days in the office and 3 days from home. Reporting to the Manager the role as Sales Admistrator will be responsible for: Ensure Sales Contracts and Purchase Contract are signed and exchanged between supplier and customer. Co-ordinate the delivery of goods from the supplier to the customer in line with terms and conditions of the contract. Provide all shipping information and shipping documents to customers and counterparties in a timely manner. Record and control all information on an Excel spread sheet and keep shipping documents in files. Deal with enquiries and complaints from the suppliers and customers such as delivery date adjustment, quantity adjustment and quality control in a timely fashion with professionalism. Maintain accurate and up to date records of all metal stock products using Excel. Check stock levels and usage amounts regularly, issue consignment report monthly. Cross check stock levels in line with current and pending orders. Maintain accurate records of all delivery notes, invoices and purchase orders using SAP systems. Record all money received and paid, and submit Payment Requests to the Accounting Department. Issue invoices to customers for good received in line with inventory records. Liaise with customers to chase late payments for invoices. Renew and apply Application for Transactions and monitor to make sure that our business is conducted within approved credit limit. Liaise with the internal Accounting Department and provide them with the necessary information. Providing ad hoc general administration support to the team. Candidate Profile: Strong communicator Experience in sales administration and inventory management MS office skills Customer service skills Finance administration skills Japanese language would be beneficial but isn't essential SAP experience woud be beneficial Benefits: 9am-5pm working hours 2 days in the office, 3 days work from home Company pension 9% Discretionary bonus Life assurance x 4 Critical illness protection Private medical Employee assistance programme Gym membership
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Procurement Manager
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£55000 - £65000 per annum + Pension, Healthcare
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Downham Market
Permanent Partnered with a well-established business based in Downham Market, we are searching for an experienced Procurement Manager on a full time permanent basis. Key responsibilities include: Form an understanding of our existing suppliers and the history, products and services they are used for. Centralise the buying function in the business, commercialising with forecasting the function from project managers and the buying function. Source new suppliers, travelling when applicable to qualify, test their capabilities. Set up and manage tender processes for key goods and services supply agreements and deliver on agreed savings Communicate and negotiate with suppliers and vendors to land more profitable deals, by building long term strategic relationships - this involves meeting with suppliers on an on-going basis Support the business on the 95% OTIF brand promise objective in 2025 from a Supply Chain perspective. Analyse, evaluate and report Supply Chain & Procurement related data to identify opportunities for improvements. Maintain supply chain inventory and records. Find cost-effective solutions for supply chain processes. Find solutions for day to day issues that arise within the Supply Chain, for example delivery delays, trading terms, quality control. Collaborate with the senior leadership team and other departments to create coordinated plans for business growth and updates on industry trends and forecasts. Ensure supply chain processes meet legal requirements and standards, both from an internal process and supplier perspective. Monitor Purchase Order receipts to ensure stock is received correctly into the business Monthly analysis of stock levels to identify and remedy anomalies Lead and mentor the procurement team to drive efficient use of resource Identify opportunities for sales / estimating to utilise alternative products / services which offer a commercial advantage to the business On offer is a competitive salary plus a whole host of benefits. This is a Mon to Fri, 42.5 hour week. If you're experienced with the above duties and you are ready to embark on a new role within a growing organisation based in West Norfolk, click apply now!
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