Overview of salaries statistics of the profession "Procurement Manager in UK"

The Operations Manager will be responsible for multiple projects encompassing planned & capital works of social housing properties across the midlands (circa £17m pa). They will have 5 direct reports and c. 50+ indirect reports, be client-facing and ensure projects are completed on time and to budget.The Operations Manager will possess at least 5 years experience within a similar role overseeing a substantial business unit or portfolio of projects within the social housing sector. They will be predominantly focused on planned and capital works in terms of their focus and career experience. They will posses exceptional communication & leadership skills and be client facing.

Title: Senior Environmental Project ManagerLocation: Newbridge, Co. Kildare, Ireland with hybrid arrangements (2 days in the office/3 days from home)Job Type: Full-Time & PermanentPlease note: This position is a hybrid inside Ireland. Applicants MUST be based in Ireland and possess previous working experience in the Irish Environmental/Planning Sector to be consideredAre you ready for a rewarding career with a market leader in Renewable Energy? We are seeking a talented Senior Project Manager to lead and project manage the delivery of Planning Applications and Environmental Impact Assessment Reports/Appropriate Assessments for a renowned semi-estate company in Ireland and lead their  Renewable Energy infrastructure projects.Key responsibilities:Project Leadership: Lead and project manage planning applications and associated EIA/AA processes for Renewable Energy projects from site selection to consenting decision.Document Delivery: Lead the delivery of Planning Application documentation, including EIAR chapters, AA/NIS, and associated appendices. Manage the legal review process and decision-making on proposed changes.Environmental Expertise: Provide environmental, planning, and project management expertise. Keep abreast of planning/environmental outcomes, legislative changes, and policy decisions.Stakeholder Engagement: Implement protocols for effective engagement with key stakeholders. Develop project plans for communications and consultation with local communities and relevant stakeholders.Procurement Support: Prepare/check scopes for third-party services, participate in procurement processes, and ensure compliance with company procurement guidelines.Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure all works comply with Health & Safety and Environmental policies, as well as relevant EU and National policies and statutory requirements.Performance Management: Proactively participate in the Performance Management process to ensure the delivery of team objectives.Qualifications and Experience:Hons Degree (Lvl 8 FETAC) in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or equivalent. 4 - 7 years of experience in project managing/planning applications and preparing EIAR/AA for large-scale infrastructure projects in an Irish context. Significant experience in leading/inputting to project planning applications, Environmental Impact Assessments, or other consenting processes.Technical expertise in infrastructure planning processes, environmental assessment, and in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and policy.Project management across projects with differing priorities, risk profiles, and timelines.Specific expertise in delivering EIS/EIAR/AA/NIS documentation for large-scale development projects.It's desirable, but not essential: Post Graduate (Lvl 9 FETAC) qualification in a relevant discipline.Emphasis on Power Generation (Renewable) and related infrastructure, or SID projects is desirable.What is on offer:Competitive salaries (from €70,000 DOE). Flexible working hoursHybrid settingsCompany pension schemeTax saver schemeGenerous annual leave allowanceCareer pathway programFamily-friendly working policiesContinuous career developmentProfessional memberships are paid. Employee Assistance ProgrammeBike to Work SchemeAnything else you may see as essential for your work-life balance or career will be happily discussed. To apply, please submit your CV directly to GreenJobs or by email to [email protected]

Potential PACKAGE from £51,700 + £3,000 Recruitment and Retention Allowance + £5,000 Gold Standard for accreditation, leading pension, holiday entitlement, hybrid working arrangements in addition to fascinating programmes of transformation!GPA has moved from "start up to scale up" stage and is reaching the end of its first wave of digital transformation. We have implemented the best in class systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, ServiceNow, Salesforce, Planon IWMS and will be implementing other systems like JIRA, Confluence, Ardoq and Microsoft 365. The GPA has delivered all of its major digital & data implementation and now requires a period of stabilisation, embedding & consolidation over the next 18 months to drive efficiencies before embarking on the next phase of innovation.We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Systems Manager to lead the strategy, architecture, delivery and operation of critical corporate systems within the GPA. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving digital innovation, ensuring seamless integration of systems and optimising operational efficiency.The candidate willDevelop and articulate a clear corporate systems strategy aligned with GPA's Property and Digital Strategy and industry best practices.Lead the design and development of the enterprise, business and application architecture ensuring scalability, flexibility and alignment with enterprise architecture principles and standards.Collaborate with stakeholders to define and prioritise system requirements, considering long-term business strategy and target operating model.Oversee end-to-end project delivery for corporate systems, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.Establish and maintain effective operational processes for ongoing system functionality, including monitoring, maintenance, and support.Implement and maintain robust configuration management processes for corporate systems to ensure systematic control of configuration items and adherence to standards.Lead the planning and execution of release and deployment activities for corporate systems, ensuring a smooth transition of changes from development to production environments.Stay abreast of technological advancements relevant to business systems, assessing their potential impact and overseeing the integration of new technologies to enhance system capabilities such robotic process automation (RPA) and AI tools like Microsoft Copilot.Ensure comprehensive documentation of configurations, releases, and changes, facilitating knowledge transfer within the team and contributing to the overall knowledge management strategy.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of corporate systems into daily operations.Identity, assess, and mitigate risks related to corporate systems strategy, architecture, delivery and operations.We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the communities and wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a sense of belonging in a workplace where everyone feels valued.Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing strategic plans for corporate systems that align with organisational goals and industry best practices.In-depth knowledge and experience in designing and implementing robust and scalable business and systems architecture. Qualifications in Enterprise Architecture, such as TOGAF.Experience in implementing and managing IT Service Management (ITSM) best practices to enhance the delivery and support of IT services within the organisation. Certifications in ITSM, such as ITIL FoundationExperience in delivering large and complex technology led projects. Qualifications / certifications in project management such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 or APMG AgilePMFamiliarity and experience with the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) framework, including successful rollout and adoption of ITIL practices for improved IT service delivery. Certifications in ITSM, such as ITIL Foundation.Experience in monitoring industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices to drive continuous improvement initiatives for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of corporate systems.Strong leadership skills, including the ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams, foster a collaborative work environment, and mentor team members of skill development.Candidates will be assessed against these behaviours during selectionWorking TogetherManaging a Quality ServiceSeeing the Bigger PictureLeadershipCandidates will be assessed against these technical skills during selectionCustomer perspectiveCommercial acumenProperty market knowledgeInnovation

Potential PACKAGE from £51,700 + £3,000 Recruitment and Retention Allowance + £5,000 Gold Standard for accreditation, leading pension, holiday entitlement, hybrid working arrangements in addition to fascinating programmes of transformation!GPA has moved from "start up to scale up" stage and is reaching the end of its first wave of digital transformation. We have implemented the best in class systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, ServiceNow, Salesforce, Planon IWMS and will be implementing other systems like JIRA, Confluence, Ardoq and Microsoft 365. The GPA has delivered all of its major digital & data implementation and now requires a period of stabilisation, embedding & consolidation over the next 18 months to drive efficiencies before embarking on the next phase of innovation. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Systems Manager to lead the strategy, architecture, delivery and operation of critical corporate systems within the GPA. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving digital innovation, ensuring seamless integration of systems and optimising operational efficiency.The candidate willDevelop and articulate a clear corporate systems strategy aligned with GPA's Property and Digital Strategy and industry best practices.Lead the design and development of the enterprise, business and application architecture ensuring scalability, flexibility and alignment with enterprise architecture principles and standards.Collaborate with stakeholders to define and prioritise system requirements, considering long-term business strategy and target operating model.Oversee end-to-end project delivery for corporate systems, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.Establish and maintain effective operational processes for ongoing system functionality, including monitoring, maintenance, and support.Implement and maintain robust configuration management processes for corporate systems to ensure systematic control of configuration items and adherence to standards.Lead the planning and execution of release and deployment activities for corporate systems, ensuring a smooth transition of changes from development to production environments.Stay abreast of technological advancements relevant to business systems, assessing their potential impact and overseeing the integration of new technologies to enhance system capabilities such robotic process automation (RPA) and AI tools like Microsoft Copilot.Ensure comprehensive documentation of configurations, releases, and changes, facilitating knowledge transfer within the team and contributing to the overall knowledge management strategy.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of corporate systems into daily operations.Identity, assess, and mitigate risks related to corporate systems strategy, architecture, delivery and operations.We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the communities and wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a sense of belonging in a workplace where everyone feels valued.Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing strategic plans for corporate systems that align with organisational goals and industry best practices.In-depth knowledge and experience in designing and implementing robust and scalable business and systems architecture. Qualifications in Enterprise Architecture, such as TOGAF.Experience in implementing and managing IT Service Management (ITSM) best practices to enhance the delivery and support of IT services within the organisation. Certifications in ITSM, such as ITIL FoundationExperience in delivering large and complex technology led projects. Qualifications / certifications in project management such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 or APMG AgilePMFamiliarity and experience with the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) framework, including successful rollout and adoption of ITIL practices for improved IT service delivery. Certifications in ITSM, such as ITIL Foundation.Experience in monitoring industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices to drive continuous improvement initiatives for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of corporate systems.Strong leadership skills, including the ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams, foster a collaborative work environment, and mentor team members of skill development.Candidates will be assessed against these behaviours during selectionWorking TogetherManaging a Quality ServiceSeeing the Bigger PictureLeadershipCandidates will be assessed against these technical skills during selectionCustomer perspectiveCommercial acumenProperty market knowledgeInnovation

As a Category Manager you will help to implement the procurement strategy and policy that enables the delivery of value for money. You will be required to lead and deliver programme management and support performance and risk management in contracts.· Procurement Support, develop and manage the procurement of Operations services in line with internal and external regulation to enable the delivery of value for money. · Category Management Provide specialist knowledge of the Operations and Repairs Services category, and supporting procurement programme management across the team, while ensuring value for money is delivered through new and existing commercial and contractual arrangements resulting in reduced risk and improved overall business outcomes. · Vendor Management Implement a vendor management process to ensure a strong working relationship is in place with key vendors to ensure the business-to-business relationship is robust and managed effectively. · Negotiation Negotiate and lead discussions, in conjunction with others if appropriate, relating to Operations and Repairs Services (procurement contracts, renewals and extensions). · Advice Provide expertise and support to Operations service colleagues, including sourcing options, contract specifications, forms of contract, tender packaging, and pricing strategies. · Spend Analysis - Use data analysis techniques to provide monthly reports on actual spend against contract, off contract spend, new suppliers, supplier issues and performance. · Developing the service Develop and embed programme management.A successful Senior Category Manager / Procurement Manager you should have:· Experience of Public Sector Category Management, Private Sector candidates will also be considered. You will also need strong project management skills as well as be able to manage key stakeholders in a complex environment · Experience of Public Contract Regulations, issuing of contract notices and contract award processes. · Experience in Vendor Management and Supply Chain Management. · Experience of contractual terms and conditions relating to Operations and Repairs Services or Property, Facilities Management. · Experience of working proactively to develop programme management. · Experience of delivering innovative solutions giving value for money. · IT skills - Microsoft office up to intermediate level. · Experience of leading Category Management in a multi-site operation. Desirable: · Market knowledge of Operations and Repairs & Maintenance or Property Facilities Management · Experienced in using e-tender systems, contracts registers and e-auctions. Able to work independently as well as a member of the procurement team and project teams.· CIPS or working towards this.

As Ingredients Procurement Manager based in Leicestershire, the focus will be to drive engagement with the procurement strategy, and lead initiatives and projects to ensure that procurement is recognised as a valued function, including.In addition, you will have category responsibility for a portfolio of ingredients and drive engagement with suppliers across cost, value, sustainability, quality, innovation, efficiency, risk management etc.A successful Ingredients Procurement Manager should have:Proven experience as a Senior Category / Commodity / Procurement Manager within the food manufacturing industryExperience of strategic category management, alongside strong negotiation skills, with the ability to maintain professional relationshipsExcellent stakeholder management and cross-functional leadership skillsStrong negotiation skills and the ability to network and influence suppliersProject management skillsDegree education and CIPS qualification desirable but not essential

The Procurement Manager will be responsible for developing the business to achieve best practice and add value across the Supply Chain. In conjunction with the wider business, you will be responsible for developing purchasing strategies and sourcing initiatives across all categories.Identifying areas for improvement to continually drive performance and business resultsCreate, review and challenge processes within the department and company to ensure it is value-addedSupplier capacity reviews to support any new or on-going business requirementsPreparing reports and presentations for senior managementIdentification and implementation of cost saving opportunitiesBuilding long term business relationships and partnering with reliable vendors and suppliersPerforming strategic procurement activities across multiple categories of spendAbility to make systematic and logical judgements with an attention to detail and having a high degree of accuracyThe successful candidate will have proven ability to foster and develop a procurement function along with implementing new processes and developing ways of working.Self-confident - able to rely on their own judgementDemonstrable experience of leading a purchasing functionGood commercial awareness and acumenFlexible and adaptableExcellent communication skills, clear and concise written and verbal skill, with demonstrated skills of negotiation and influencing at all stakeholder levelsStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate cross functionally and as part of a team

Oversee and manage all indirect procurement activitiesDevelop and implement cost-effective procurement strategiesCollaborate with various departments to ensure procurement needs are metNegotiate with suppliers to secure advantageous termsTrack and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectivenessCraft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal termsControl spend and build a culture of long-term saving on procurement costsPartner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentationA successful 'Indirect Procurement Manager' should have:A degree in supply chain management, logistics or business administrationProven working experience as a procurement manager or procurement officerKnowledge of sourcing and procurement techniquesA knack for negotiation and networkingGood knowledge of supplier or third party management softwareAptitude in decision-making and working with numbersExperience in collecting and analysing dataStrong leadership capabilities

About LawDeb Law Debenture is an Investment Trust supported by a wholly owned professional services business. LawDeb is an unusual and exciting proposition; on a day–to-day basis we are nimble, ambitious and small enough to know everyone by name, whilst also benefiting from the profile and credibility of a listed business. This is thanks to our 132-year-old FTSE250 investment trust and our fast-growing independent professional services business of over 250 colleagues across 6 business lines. At LawDeb, doing work that has a positive impact is important to us. We need the very best people to be the custodians of our business for the next stage of our proud history and growth. We’re ambitious to innovate, collaborate and push forward in providing peace of mind and excellence for our clients and each other. We’re on a journey to shape a culture we’re all proud to be part of. One where everyone feels trusted, supported and empowered to own their success. Working at LawDeb, you will have access to our enviable network of clients and innovative projects, as well as brilliant colleagues to learn from and collaborate with. Role Overview Our growing Global Entity Management business is looking to hire a Legal Services Network manager to manage our global network of partners (law firms, corporate secretarial service providers), which extends to 80+ jurisdictions worldwide. As Legal Services Manager, you will report to the Director of Managed Service and your mission is to develop and grow the GEM’s partner network. You will be given a wide range of responsibilities including nurturing and growing existing partnerships, identifying potential new partners, forming new partnerships, evaluating existing ones, commercial negotiation, managing a central database of partner information, and liaising with the Service and Sales team. We are looking for a team player with demonstrated experience in managing commercial and operational partner relationships, strong commercial acumen, good project management skills and an eye for detail. Proactivity is key, and we are looking for someone who will drive this project forward independently, whilst aligning with senior management for guidance and keeping them informed on progress made. Main Responsibilities Maintain and grow the existing supplier network relationships Ensure referrals are managed across the network Identify jurisdictions where new partnerships are needed Identify, set-up and manage new service providers Collaborate and negotiate commercials with new service partners and re-negotiate with existing partners Evaluate existing partnerships and taking corrective action where necessary Manage and maintain a central database of partner information such as partnership agreements, Service Level Agreements, letters of engagement and pricing Liaise with the Service Director to assist with preparing pitch documents for clients, maintain a healthy balance between competitive pricing and deal profitability Gather feedback from our service team who interact daily with service provides in our jurisdictions and use this feedback to establish areas for improvement Work with our internal risk and legal team and own the internal processes, procedures and guidelines related to procurement, coming up with suggestions for improvement and implementing those improvements to achieve better results Is This You? Experience in maintaining commercial and operational relationships with multiple parties at once Reliability, diligence and maintenance of excellent attention to detail whilst managing high workload in a fast-paced environment Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to communicate professionally with senior internal and external stakeholders Strong time management, organisational and planning skills - ability to prioritise work, multi-task and meet tight deadlines A willingness to take control, strategize, plan, and work proactively and independently A positive, curious and constructive mindset and a willingness to help improve internal processes as the organization grows Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to maintain and develop internal and external relationships with a range of stakeholders and different levels of seniority Essential Knowledge, Skills, Experience Educated to degree level or equivalent IT literate, advanced skills in all MS Office packages Strong written and verbal communication skills (incl. excellent English grammar and ability to adapt communication style to suit audience) Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Experience Professional services or financial services industry experience an advantage Previous experience in Project Management is an advantage A legal background or a solid experience with a legal service provider is preferable Proficiency in other languages and an affinity with languages in general is a plus Your Reward Competitive salary with annual review and performance bonus scheme Generous pension contribution Full healthcare cover Health cash plan Life assurance Study support Hybrid working after probation Attractive office space Things To Note People who thrive at LawDeb make the most of this foundation to grow themselves, help us improve and have fun playing their part in building the culture that’s fuelling our growth. LawDeb hires people based on personal merit and qualifications regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background or any other protected attribute. We celebrate the diversity of our colleagues and provide an inclusive environment so you can bring your true self to work. We recognise that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. Here’s the legal bit, please note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks. If you’d like to find out more about LawDeb and our open vacancies please contact our careers team on [email protected].

Oak View Group: Oak View Group (OVG) is the world’s leading arena development, management, and hospitality company founded in 2015 by Tim Leiweke and Irving Azoff to positively disrupt business as usual. As the largest developer of sports and entertainment facilities in the world, OVG prioritises the way we do business focusing on making long-term investments in our people and our planet. OVG have completed seven arenas, with many more in development, including Co-op Live, with more to be announced in the future. Co-op Live is in a joint venture partnership with City Football Group and we are proud to work with Co-op as our Naming Rights Partner. For more information - Oak View Group About the Venue: Rhubarb Hospitality Collection are delighted to be the Food and Beverage partner for Co-op Live. RHC are a premium hospitality collection on an exciting journey to create and deliver food and beverage experiences across an array of events and iconic locations. RHC specialise in venue hospitality, restaurant dining and luxury event catering. Co-op Live will offer a food and beverage hospitality service that will put us head and shoulders above the crowd, as we welcome over 23,500 fans and amazing artists to taste the delicious food and drinks unique to the space in Manchester. With 32 amazing bars and restaurants and 12 premium lounges and clubs – we’re going to be delivering an exceptional hospitality service for the people of Manchester and beyond. On the menu will be great food, seasoned with world class service and all with a planet friendly vibe in the heart of our vibrant community. For more information - Co-op Live Role Purpose: As we gear up to opening our doors, we’re excited to announce we are looking for a talented IT Manager to take ownership of the IT department for F&B provision at Co-op Live Arena and associated responsibilities. Oversee and drive all IT developments in line with business strategy. Support the mobilization of Co-op Live with all relevant IT infrastructure, reviewing and making future recommendations. Review and report on security and risk awareness and supporting us in creating the best live music experience in the UK. This role will work closely with the F&B operators and operational staffing to ensure all F&B IT systems and equipment are functioning correctly on live event days. It will provide 1st line IT support for all F&B areas. Responsibilities: Work with the Coop Live Arena team and Rhubarb Hospitality’s Director of IT to ensure F&B IT systems and processes are fit for purpose and market leading. Lead a team of F&B IT support staff. Responsible for entire IT F&B department. Ultimately responsible for all F&B IT assets and maintenance. Hardware and software updates and repairs. Management of IT procurement, software and hardware. Writing and implementation of any relevant company IT policies. Ensuring infrastructure is managed suitably by any outsourced IT companies. Provide timely support to IT infrastructure where required Work closely with your equivalent IT Manager from the Arena side of the business Set the future IT roadmap and implementation of new projects. Project manage the rollout of any new IT tenders. Assist with integrations between software and applications. Conduct any relevant IT awareness training. Helping onsite with adhoc issues in particular live event days. Work with the F&B Commercial Analyst with setting up of the F&B tech stack in Coop Live ahead of opening and any other relevant IT systems. Liaise with key stakeholders such as Hospitality Director and Head of Operations, to continually drive ‘value’ and ‘continuous improvement’ across the business. Advise on and oversee IT annual budgets and forecasts. Communicate recommendations to senior management for improvements that will lead to streamlining operations. What RHC will give to you Alongside the benefit of working with an awesome team of talented people, we want to help you get the best out of your work and have a work life balance. Provide you with development opportunities and regular one to ones Key objectives for you to succeed in your role Your general wellbeing is at the forefront of our minds, we understand the importance of balancing work and personal commitments This is an office base role, it’s really important we work together to mobilise the biggest music and live entertainment arena in the UK Working 5 out of 7 days - this may include evenings and weekends Salary: £50,000 Ongoing training, in house and externally 40% discount in RHC restaurants and bars Career development and study support Meals on duty Enhanced maternity pay Regular food and drink tastings Regular pay reviews 1 and 5-year work anniversary dinners Employee Assistance Programme, 24/7 Knowledge, Skills and Experience: Essential Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, management staff and guests in a clear, professional, and courteous manner. Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment. Understanding of the hospitality F&B industry and relevant F&B operational systems. IT academic background/qualification. Network/IT Specialist. Solid all-round academic background. Intermediate to advance level ability of MS functions. Reliable. Forward thinking self starter. Hands on approach. Strong problem solving skills; must be able to partner effectively with all levels of the organization. Experience in mobilizing F&B technology systems for a large new venue. Awareness of general IT risks and opportunities. Possess a high level of organisational and project management skills with a positive approach to work. Ability to consistently adhere to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, ethics, and confidentiality. Desirable Experience in an arena, stadium or multi-concept venue preferred. Systems management. Experience in implementing IT projects or policies. Curious with IT development. Experience in mobilizing F&B technology systems for a large new venue. Closing date for applications: 23 September 2023 Our Inclusion Commitments: Our venue is for the fans, the artists, everyone! Attracting a diverse workforce which reflects our local community is what will make our venue the best music venue in the UK! We understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. We are committed to creating a great place to work amplifying voices from all different backgrounds. There is something for everyone at Co-op Live, come and get involved. If you do require any additional support or reasonable adjustments to support your application, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need. We will consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the required skills necessary to fulfil the role. Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work: We recognise the importance of safeguarding, dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview. If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the ‘Eligibility to Work in the UK’ requirements.

As we gear up to opening our doors, we’re excited to announce we are looking for a talented IT Manager to take ownership of the IT department for F&B provision at soon to be the biggest music venue in UK and Manchester! Oversee and drive all IT developments in line with business strategy. Support the mobilization of the venue with all relevant IT infrastructure, reviewing and making future recommendations. Review and report on security and risk awareness and supporting us in creating the best live music experience in the UK. This role will work closely with the F&B operators and operational staffing to ensure all F&B IT systems and equipment are functioning correctly on live event days. It will provide 1st line IT support for all F&B areas. Responsibilities: Lead a team of F&B IT support staff. Responsible for entire IT F&B department. Ultimately responsible for all F&B IT assets and maintenance. Hardware and software updates and repairs. Management of IT procurement, software and hardware. Writing and implementation of any relevant company IT policies. Ensuring infrastructure is managed suitably by any outsourced IT companies. Provide timely support to IT infrastructure where required Work closely with your equivalent IT Manager from the Arena side of the business Set the future IT roadmap and implementation of new projects. Project manage the rollout of any new IT tenders. Assist with integrations between software and applications. Conduct any relevant IT awareness training. Helping onsite with adhoc issues in particular live event days. Work with the F&B Commercial Analyst with setting up of the F&B tech stack in the venue ahead of opening and any other relevant IT systems. Liaise with key stakeholders such as Hospitality Director and Head of Operations, to continually drive ‘value’ and ‘continuous improvement’ across the business. Advise on and oversee IT annual budgets and forecasts. Communicate recommendations to senior management for improvements that will lead to streamlining operations. Knowledge, Skills and Experience: Essential Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, management staff and guests in a clear, professional, and courteous manner. Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment. Understanding of the hospitality F&B industry and relevant F&B operational systems. IT academic background/qualification. Network/IT Specialist. Solid all-round academic background. Intermediate to advance level ability of MS functions. Reliable. Forward thinking self starter. Hands on approach. Strong problem solving skills; must be able to partner effectively with all levels of the organization. Experience in mobilizing F&B technology systems for a large new venue. Awareness of general IT risks and opportunities. Possess a high level of organisational and project management skills with a positive approach to work. Ability to consistently adhere to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, ethics, and confidentiality. Desirable Experience in an arena, stadium or multi-concept venue preferred. Systems management. Experience in implementing IT projects or policies. Curious with IT development. Experience in mobilizing F&B technology systems for a large new venue. Our Inclusion Commitments: Our venue is for the fans, the artists, everyone! Attracting a diverse workforce which reflects our local community is what will make our venue the best music venue in the UK! We understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. We are committed to creating a great place to work amplifying voices from all different backgrounds. There is something for everyone, come and get involved. If you do require any additional support or reasonable adjustments to support your application, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need. We will consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the required skills necessary to fulfil the role. Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work: We recognise the importance of safeguarding, dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview. If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the ‘Eligibility to Work in the UK’ requirements.

This role is based at Alderley Park, with the flexibility to work remotely for part of the working week. Medicines Discovery Catapult is a national facility connecting the UK community to accelerate innovative drug discovery. We provide unique scientific capabilities and act as a gateway to UK resources and expertise, supporting UK SMEs to drive the development and industrialisation of new approaches for the discovery of new medicines. By validating new ways of discovering medicines and driving key talent and expertise across the sector, we will support the UK life sciences industry, SMEs and innovators to deliver growth for the UK economy and maintain the UK’s heritage position as a global leader in medicines R&D. Ultimately, new industrialised technologies are vital for delivering new medicines to patients, faster. We are looking for the very best people to join the Medicines Discovery Catapult team in driving the UK to the forefront of commercial success for medicines discovery, committing to place the patient at the beginning of discovery and helping the sector move faster to the patient. The values of the Catapult are: Excellence – we continually strive to deliver the best solutions for our partners and for each other. In everything we do, we instil confidence. Integrity – Our strong commitment to what we do and why we are here drives us to do the right thing for our partners and each other. Community – We’re a strong team, we work well together, and we respect each other. Innovation - We’re driven by the need to make a difference. We constantly look for ways to drive change in our sector and how we work. Role purpose Reporting to the Head of IT, this role will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the internal IT service to the organisation. The nature of the Catapult’s mission necessitates a responsive, secure, and flexible IT provision. There will always be a large amount of change to manage at any given time, and a fast pace of change. The Catapult has an internal team comprising of the Head of IT and three engineers. The IT Manager will work closely with the Head of IT to develop a clear strategy to enhance MDC’s IT provision, implement the security strategy, and support the Catapult’s ambitious goals. This role will lead two engineers specialising in Microsoft, networking, and mobile device management. The engineers will handle the bulk of project and support tasks, as well as contributing to the strategy. We make use of many SaaS products, centred around the Microsoft 365 suite, alongside business applications such as CRM, HR, P3M, Risk Management, and others. MDC also operates a complex infrastructure comprising two physical sites (Office/Labs, Datacentre) and two public clouds (Azure, AWS). Networking is based around FortiNet (FortiGate, FortiEMS, ZTNA, etc.) with Cumulus Linux switching, and Meraki WiFi. MDC use a combination of Dell, Oracle, Lenovo, Gigabyte, NVIDIA and SuperMicro server hardware, Dell and VAST Data storage, using VMware as the onsite hypervisor, Kubernetes and containerisation, alongside a number of physical ‘bare metal’ servers. We operate a mixture of Windows, Ubuntu, RedHat, CentOS and Amazon Linux servers and VMs, alongside Windows 10/11, Ubuntu, iOS/iPadOS, Android, and MacOS clients. Alongside traditional IT, the department supports IoT, AV, and (where appropriate) laboratory instruments/PCs on a more OT basis. Our users include a diverse range, from mobile business development staff to lab-based staff, software engineers, data scientists, and project delivery function. The Catapult is committed to continuous improvement in Cyber Security, holding Cyber Essentials Plus certification, mapping to the CIS standards, and implementing a Zero Trust strategy. Main duties and responsibilities Management of Microsoft, networking and SaaS technology Leading and developing a team of engineers End user computing – service desk, device management, onboarding/offboarding, training, and support Asset management – logical and physical asset tracking, warranties, criticality assessment Network management • Infrastructure management Setting and managing the related portions of the IT budget Managing third party service providers and vendors Essential qualifications, experience and knowledge Extensive knowledge of Microsoft 365 products Office 365 (Exchange Online, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint Online, Azure AD, Conditional access) Intune (Autopilot, device and app configuration) Microsoft Defender Experience of using service desk software Fortinet (FortiOS, FortiEMS, FortiClient) or extensive experience with firewalls, VPNs, ZTNA Networking experience (switches, WiFi) VMware experience (ESXi 7+) Microsoft Windows Windows Server 2019/2022 Windows 10/11 Windows services (Group policy, DFS, DNS, DHCP, IIS) Working in an IT Manager role or equivalent Management of budgets Strong interpersonal skills Flexible, collaborative, pragmatic approach in order to support innovation Analytical, methodical style and excellent troubleshooting skills Ability to work well in high pressure situations Discretion and diligence when handling sensitive data Enthusiastic and eager to learn new technologies Strong prioritization skills Ability to lead and mentor team members Desirable qualifications, experience and knowledge Manage Engine Endpoint Central & Asset Explorer Jira Service Management MacOS Android Apple iOS NagiosXI Cisco Umbrella Egress Defend, Prevent, Protect Powershell Meraki Linux (Cumulus, Ubuntu, RedHat, CentOS, Amazon Linux) Experience within life sciences Experience with public sector contracting regulations/procurements Experience of Cyber Essentials Plus certification Experience managing telephony contracts and configuration Closing date: Friday 10th November 2023 Please note the closing date for applications may be brought forward if a high volume of applications are received.

Corporate Entity Manager / Statutory Governance Manager Packaging Services are a wholly owned division of DS Smith PLC, a FTSE100 listed multi-national packaging and display manufacturing business who are a leading global provider of corrugated packaging solutions. We have a sub division called TMS/Retail which specialise in the outsourcing of retail display, print and packaging and are active in 97 markets globally and we are made up of just over 300 people who are spread internationally across APAC, LATAM, EMEA and NA. To operate in our different markets, we have a number of diverse statutory entities throughout the world. About the Role As our Corporate Entity Manager/Statutory Governance, you can be based anywhere in the UK, but ideally able to travel to Manchester 1 day per week. This is primarily to liaise with the rest of the team to facilitate document approvals and signature. Our head office is in Manchester so if you would prefer to be office based with hybrid working then this option is also open to you. The roles is largely about marking sure that all the Company Secretarial and legal compliance and regulations are being met for our division by working with external providers and following DS Smith Group protocols and guidance. You will also need to make sure that all documents are retained and recorded appropriately. You will manage a team of 1 and collectively will be responsible for ensuring that all TMS entities are compliant with all local laws and regulations from a Company Secretarial (CoSec) Perspective. You will do this by: Working with the outsourced service provider for each entity to establish the annual compliance calendar. Working with the financial controller team to ensure the annual financial statements for each entity are prepared in time for relevant submission. Working with entity directors to ensure all compliance requirements are met. Working with third party providers to maintain a register of all the entities. There is a number of TMS documents requiring statutory/legal signature to ensure we are compliant and that you will be responsible for, this includes documents that may arise from any of the following areas: The standard Company Secretarial activities for all the TMS entities which are carried out by our corporate secretarial provider or any applicable service provider. There are 31 TMS entities located all around the world (including 3 in the UK). For any event-driven-changes that are carried out by our corporate secretarial provider or any applicable service provider e.g. director change, registered office changes, dividend payments etc. Bank mandate changes, Supply chain finance authority/user changes, Employment contracts Other adhoc requirements including but not limited to: Renewal of power of attorney Customer contracts Annual business licences Supplier contracts For any customer/supplier/master service agreements/statement of works/NDA’s, you will review these to ensure they are in accordance with DS Smith Group legal and procurement guidelines and may need to work with relevant business stakeholders and providers in group functions to make changes where necessary. You will also be responsible for maintaining the record of TMS Documents and where they are stored, managing the relationship with the principle CoSec service provider and maintain an accurate register of external directors that are in place for each entity. You will be the key link in with our Group Company secretarial team, to ensure that all information held on our blueprint system is up to date and correct. About You This role could be a great fit for you if you have dealt with company secretarial work previously and have experience of Global Entity governance/management and are a Chartered Governance Professional or Chartered Secretary or have a qualification or certification from ICSA (Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators), having an education in Law or closely related subject would be essential for this position. It will be key that you are comfortable dealing with sensitive documents from a range of areas for example: company secretarial, banking, finance, legal and HR. To be successful within this role you will need to have a critical eye for detail due to the nature of the documents dealt with at a senior level, and you will need to build a significant knowledge base of localised requirements and procedures for the various international locations. Within this role you will sometimes work independently and sometimes as part of a team so it’s great if you are comfortable in both settings and also thrive within a role where there will be a high level of internal and external stakeholder interaction. Benefits: 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays Discretionary Bonus Pension and share scheme Life assurance and income protection Employee assistance programme Cycle to work scheme Flexible work Policy

As the Commodity Manager you will be responsible for:Manage and control all procurement activities related to assigned commodities.Develop and implement commodity strategies that align with company goals.Identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.Negotiate contracts with suppliers to ensure the best price and quality.Monitor market trends and analyse their impact on procurement activities.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their procurement needs.Maintain relationships with suppliers and manage their performance.Ensure compliance with all company policies and procurement laws and regulations.The successful Commodity Manager should have:Previously worked in a similar position within manufacturing - ESSENTIAL.Strong negotiation and communication skills - ESSENTIAL.Ability to work effectively in a team environment - ESSENTIAL.Strong analytical skills and attention to detail - ESSENTIAL.A relevant qualification such as CIPS - DESIRABLE.

Negotiate and implement agreements with suppliers to ensure all contractual terms are clearly documented and signed off, and contractual risk is minimised. Together with the legal team, review and advise on current supplier contracts to ensure adherence to business legal principles and local legal requirements.Proactively carry out the appropriate sourcing arrangements with existing and new suppliers to deliver the goods and services in most cost-efficient manner. Delivering cost savings and avoidance is an essential feature of this role.Seek wherever possible to consolidate and leverage marketing purchases across the business. This includes effective collaboration with procurement specialists in the global regions (e.g., Asia Pacific and The Americas).Develop and maintain a working understanding of the cost structures of goods and services, ensuring that market analysis is done and an awareness of the marketplace and trends in input costs can be demonstrated, with external benchmarks where required.Identify new initiatives and continuous improvements with either existing or new suppliers.Lead review meetings with key suppliers.Significant experience in purchasing and direct negotiation with working knowledge of legal terms and conditions and constructing agreements.Fundamental knowledge of the wider Marketing function needs and global operations.Working understanding of Marketing spends including media, insights, point-of-sale and agency services.Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.Demonstrated capability of key stakeholder engagement, relationship building and process introduction especially in the areas of marketing and commercial.Capable of planning and organising a diverse workload, whilst managing changing priorities.The ability to work independently and meet deadlines, ensuring line manager is updated on progress.Project management skills: manage projects from brief to completion.

Develop a category management strategy for the procurement function, based in NorthamptonDevelop and lead a commercial and customer-focused team - c. 3 direct reports, 7+ indirect reportsSourcing and contract negotiation with suppliers (typically low cost country Inc. Far East)NPD focused, ensuring top-tier products are sourced sustainably for customerKeep up to date with innovation and market trendsThe successful candidate for this Procurement Manager role, will have strong leadership experience and qualities.In addition, experience of managing an sourcing within a low-cost country supply base is key e.g., PPE.Commercially focused and strong stakeholder management skills within a matrix supply chain operation.

Oversee the entire procurement process, from sourcing to contract negotiation.Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the company's goals.Manage supplier relationships and ensure optimal service delivery.Maintain a thorough understanding of the health care industry and market trends.Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify procurement needs.Monitor and report on procurement metrics and KPIs.Streamline and improve procurement processes where necessary.Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulations.A successful Group Procurement Manager should have:Strong knowledge of procurement processes and strategies.Must have indirect procurement experience Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills.Experience within the health care industry, particularly in procurement.The ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external suppliers.Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.

IT Infrastructure ManagerGovData are a dynamic and well-established UK SME and are the leading experts in government business. Our mission is simple - ensure the UK Public Sector has the best suppliers possible.GovData are embarking on a transformative journey towards establishing our Technology Department and creating our proprietary enterprise and AI solutions supported by reliable and state-of-art IT Infrastructure. As the IT Infrastructure Manager, you will play a critical role in shaping our IT landscape, managing support, infrastructure, and security to ensure the seamless function of our business operations and technology ecosystem.You will be working Monday to Friday from 9am until 5:30pm.Department: TechnologyTeam: InfrastructureReports to: CTOBenefits: Salary of up to £48,000 (depending on experience) Fun work environment and office, which includes a dog creche, games room and a diner Personal and career growth Weekly training to develop your skills Company share scheme with annual review of options Training Academy & Accredited Training with Harvard Business School-Law Division Fantastic progressive opportunities for travel globally supporting Business Growth Regular A* social events, concerts, sports events and corporate events globally Private GP & Medical Free Drinks Staff Referral Scheme Employee of the Month Free On-site ParkingRole Overview:In this pivotal position within our Infrastructure Team, you will manage and take ownership of key IT infrastructure responsibilities and the IT Helpdesk and IT support. While you will initially collaborate closely with the CTO, your role is designed to evolve as you gain proficiency to take full responsibility and independently manage and lead the Infrastructure team within the Technology department and enhance our IT infrastructure, ensuring our infrastructure and data security and infrastructure performance and reliability that we need to count on during this high-growth stage for the company.Your day-to-day duties as the IT Infrastructure Manager will include: Infrastructure Administration and Management: Assist the CTO in configuring, maintaining, and administering the network, on-premises servers, cloud, and telephony infrastructure. Be prepared to assume full responsibility and take full ownership as you gain familiarity and more expertise. Infrastructure Maintenance: Perform software installations, deployments, basic hardware maintenance, and service/repair tracking and management, contributing to the reliability of our technology environment. Security Management: Uphold the security of our data, infrastructure, servers, and networks, and working with the CTO, implement best practices to safeguard our technology assets and data. IT Support Management and Issue Tracking:Provide efficient and timely IT support to end-users, resolving technical issues, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. Asset Management: Maintain an up-to-date IT Asset Database by registering and tracking all IT assets, ensuring optimal asset utilisation. Onboarding and Offboarding: Take charge of setting up systems for new joiners, ensuring a seamless technical onboarding process. Manage the initial technical stage of the exit interview processes for departing employees. Procurement Assistance: Collaborate with the CTO and Office Manager in IT purchases, gradually taking ownership of the procurement processes and ensuring cost-effectiveness and technology alignment.As the IT Infrastructure Manager you will have: Proven experience in IT infrastructure management or a related role. Previous experience and extensive knowledge of Microsoft 365 administration, including Exchange Online, Entra, Defender and SharePoint Extensive experience with computer networking, networking protocols, network security, subnetting and configuring and managing network switches, routers, and access points. Extensive experience with setting up and managing Windows server domains, configuring Active Directory, DHCP, DNS, RDS and Group Policy deployments. Sound understanding of SIP and telephony infrastructure and integrating them with the business information systems (e.g., CRM, ERP). Essential working knowledge of PowerShell scripting for Windows Server and Microsoft 365. Advanced working knowledge of software installation/deployment, hardware maintenance, and service tracking. Proficiency in IT support management and troubleshooting. Sound knowledge of IT security best practices and cybersecurity protocols. Effective collaboration and communication skills. Commitment to continuous learning and the ability to take ownership of IT infrastructure.It would be desirable as IT Infrastructure Manager if you have: DevOps Experience Experience with Azure web services Familiarity with IT procurement processes, MS volume licensing and cost optimisation. Ability to independently configure, maintain and manage the IT infrastructure. Project management skills for infrastructure enhancement initiatives. IT certifications related to infrastructure, security, and support.Join us in this exciting phase of growth and transformation. We are targeting experienced IT Infrastructure Managers or highly skilled IT engineers ready to take the next step in their career and take on the challenge of managing our technology infrastructure independently, with guidance and mentorship from the CTO. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for technology and a drive for excellence, we invite you to apply and be a part of our innovative team.Job Types: Permanent, Full-timeSalary: £42,000.00-£48,000.00 per yearBenefits: Company events Company pension Free parking Gym membership On-site parking Referral programmeSchedule: Day shift Monday to Friday No weekendsAbility to commute/relocate: Warrington: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)Experience: IT infrastructure management: 2 years (required)Work Location: In person

Ensure the effective and efficient delivery of end-to end finance and performance function to enable the organisation to deliver its strategic objectives. 11.3 FTEsDevelop and lead the team so they feel valued and have the appropriate skills to deliver their roles.Day to day functional oversight and support the Finance Business Partner to provide business insight and drive performance improvementManagement of finance, procurement and payroll teamsManagement and continuous improvement of end-to-end accounting practicesPrepare and post monthly accruals, prepayments and similar accounting entries ensuring reliable monthly performance reportingOversight of monthly payroll ensuring compliance with legislation and timely tax paymentsTreasury functions and monitoring of cash flowEnsure compliance with financial strategies and regulationCompile and submit various government and regulatory statisticsManage the external audit, including preparation of statutory accounts and liaising with external auditorsMember of Operational Performance Group (OPG) to oversee and ensure day to day performance meets or exceeds target.Work across the business to provide financial insight to stakeholders, providing financial support to drive improvement and effective decisions makingDevelop systems and other ways of working to further aid the effective running of the finance and performance function and wider organisationContribute to the production of the annual budgetPreparation of monthly performance reporting and commentary against Budget and ForecastProfessionally qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) with post-qualified experienceStrong accounting experience, including budget setting, forecasting, and preparing monthly management and annual statutory accountsExperience of leading similar teams and/or a working knowledge of how to successfully manage each of these types of teamsAbility to drive improvements in efficiency, effectiveness and productivityAbility to analyse financial, statistical information and business activitiesAn effective communicator, with strong report writing skills, able to present complex financial models in a clear and concise wayStrong organisational skills, able to manage a multi-faceted workload incorporating short, medium and long-term work activitiesAbility to handle own time, prioritise and meet timelines without compromising on qualityProficient in using technology and leveraging digital applicationsA highly emotionally intelligent and people-focused approach that inspires trust and commitment of othersA demonstrable commitment to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion and their practical application and integration in the work place and communityA resilient, clear and decisive decision-making approach which is allied to a consultative and collaborative management style

Key Responsibilities:As the manager, you will be expected to do the following:Supply prescriptions, deliver a range of NHS services and Private services and provide healthcare advice to customers according to GPHC standard.Play an active role in the charity organisations they partner with, giving advice to the local community at risk of or living with cancer, heart disease, and diabetes.Lead, train, support and develop colleagues.Be able to use a planning system to ensure pharmacy staff are available, to meet the customers' needs.Oversee the procurement and supply of medicines.Develop strong relationships with customers, GP's, and other health professionals.What you'll need?You will need:MPharm degree.Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).Passionate about leadership and empowering a team.Valid DBS.