Product Manager
Birmingham
30,000 - 35,000
Hours - 9am - 530pm

Our client is a rapidly growing multi-channel online retailer with a sustained focus on growth. The culture is entrepreneurial & fast paced, and the vision is to be the market leader in the electrical trade sector.
They are now looking for a Product Manager to join the growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate who possesses great people management and communications skills with experience of putting in place business processes, workflows and managing stakeholder relationships. As Product Manager you will take ownership of the 5000+ Branded products we currently offer with access to thousands more as well as supporting own Brand products department.
You will eventually manage a growing team and report directly to the Head of Purchasing and Commercial.
This is a hugely exciting opportunity which requires an individual who has the passion and drive to make it a success, including career progression opportunity with a forward thinking company

Key Roles and Responsibilities
Owning and driving the product database from start to finish. Identifying the successful lines to gain maximum opportunity while managing failing lines out of the business
Working with the supply chain and the product team, enriching all product data to facilitate product search and selection to ultimately support on site customer conversion (titles, descriptions, specifications, key features, images, PDFs, manuals, videos, cross sales, categorisation, alternatives)
Managing product pricing, margins and ROI to drive increased revenues and profitability. Helping the Head Of Commercial to achieve Brand growth and P/L targets including Marketing and promotional activity with subsisted product or support
Reviewing website category structure, categorisation, searchability and category ordering to improve the Customer journey and increase conversion rates
With the Product Team, creating content for high volume landing pages and categories to increase conversion and decrease bounce rates [do we want them to create the content?
Improve and create high value content and buying guides to assist with customer knowledge and website interaction with the ultimate goal of monetising these interactions


Manage and improve the new product adding process from selecting new Brands, ranges & products to collating data and merchandising of the new products up to successful launch and successful sell through
Dealing with key internal and external stakeholders including Ecommerce and Marketplaces departments, Suppliers and Sales reps
Knowledge and Experience
• 2+ years' experience in Product/Category Management and Online Merchandising skills
• Focus on achieving growth and increased profitability through the ethos of driving continuous improvement and cost maximisation across all areas of responsibility
• Preparing regular reports for management
• Knowledge and experience of business process and working with other functions (Ecommerce, Marketplaces, Procurement, Operations etc.)
• Knowledge and understanding of Ecommerce, Marketplaces and Digital marketing would be advantageous
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel which include key functions such as Vlookups, Pivot tables, etc and working with large datasets would be advantageous
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Logistics & Supply Chain Workforce are responsible for placing thousands of dedicated professionals out to work across the Midlands. We operate from several prime locations in the area, and are likely to have an office right near you. Job categories include; Food Production, Food Processing, Warehouse, distribution and Planning. We are always on the lookout for the very best talent, so if you know anyone, refer them to our professional and friendly team who will be more than happy to help.

Stock and Logistics Coordinator
Birmingham
23500 - 25,000
Hours - 9:00 to 530
Our client is a rapidly growing multi-channel online retailer with a sustained focus on growth. The culture is entrepreneurial & fast paced, with a vision to be the market leader in the electrical trade sector.
They are now looking for a highly motivated, hardworking individual to join the team as a Stock and Logistics Coordinator. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate who possesses great organisational and communications skills with experience of putting in place business processes, workflows and managing stakeholder relationships. As Stock and Logistics Coordinator you will take ownership of the stock across our own warehouse and partner warehouses.
You will report directly to the Head of Purchasing and Commercial as well as supporting their own brand team with Far Eastern imports.
This is a hugely exciting opportunity which requires an individual who has the passion and drive to make it a success, including career progression opportunity with a forward thinking company

Key Roles and Responsibilities
• Effectively and efficiently manage stock across multiple company owned and partner warehouses
• As needed, forecast stock requirements for Amazon FBA locations
• Arrange for transfers between sites using forecasting measures
• Coordinate closely with the Marketplaces team to ensure adequate stock levels across company owned warehouses and third party, partner warehouses
• Action all good's in paperwork daily and control the process through to the accounts team reporting, investigating and resolving any inaccuracies appropriately
• Monitor and control the aged stock within the business through robust seasonal measures and arrange for stock cleanses where necessary
• Support the warehouse team by communicating closely all stock activities and ensure deliveries are received and checked off fully in a timely manor
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders supplier information and proposed deliveries, ensuring all efforts have been made to minimise any negative impact
• Liaise with forwarding agents to ensure smooth delivery from overseas suppliers
• Own the logistics coordination from our Far Eastern suppliers, ensuring strong methodology and clear reporting
• Assist the head of department with monthly tracking and reporting
• Support the WH team with supplier returns and provide visibility on due deliveries

Knowledge and Experience
• Organisation and attention to detail essential
• Stock management
• Supplier documentation understanding
• Warehouse transfers
• Communication and time management
• Willingness to learn and contribute to the team
• Experience with numbers/spreadsheets and data analysis
• Minimum 1 year experience as a stock controller
• Freight, logistics management and Amazon FBA would be advantageous

Logistics & Supply Chain Workforce are responsible for placing thousands of dedicated professionals out to work across the Midlands. We operate from several prime locations in the area, and are likely to have an office right near you. Job categories include; Food Production, Food Processing, Warehouse, distribution and Planning. We are always on the lookout for the very best talent, so if you know anyone, refer them to our professional and friendly team who will be more than happy to help.

European Logistics Coordinator
Redditch
30,000

JOB DETAILS

Responsible for
• Managing customer enquiries/orders by phone and email and loading them onto the system
• Booking and tracking shipments
• Sourcing and communicating with suppliers required for transport
• Responding to customer enquiries, providing quotations and keeping them updated as to the progress of jobs
• Closing out job files by obtaining POD and any other required information (Purchase orders, SPTR references etc) and scanning documents onto the system
• Reviewing routes and suppliers to ensure transport is planned cost effectively and to maximise profitability
• Ensuring clear and accurate communication with the warehouse so they are aware of returns and outgoing loads and can plan work effectively
• Ensuring jobs are completed on the system and checked prior to invoicing
• Ensuring paperwork is filed accurately and in a timely manner
• Managing priorities to achieve desired results and deadlines
• Liaising with Operations, Accounts and Warehouse
• Effective escalation of issues relating to customer/ System requirements
• Maintenance of system data and its integrity
• Managing and monitoring KPIs
• Ensuring all support tasks are undertaken and completed ina timely and accurate manner


Overall Purpose / Scope of Position
The candidate must be able to demonstrate a full understanding of the transport forwarding industry, be able to communicate effectively, be highly organised and remain focused under pressure. They must take control of the management, planning and tracking of movement of goods from A to B using methods of freight such as Hand carry, Airfreight and Road travel to achieve the result for the customer. The post holder must be in full control at all times and be able to communicate at the highest level. Must have a can-do attitude and a desire to get the job done right first time, with a total quality service at the right cost.


Key Result Areas
• Communication with customers and internal staff and managers
• Accuracy of the information captured
• Understanding of the role
• Timely input onto the system of jobs
• Escalation of any queries or issues
• Closing out of Jobs
• System housekeeping
• Profit maximisation


• Hours are 40 per week Monday to Friday, shifts as required. Weekends may be required at times plus any reasonable requirements associated with the position.
• Will include requirements to travel to Customer and Supplier sites

JOB REQUIREMENTS & COMPETENCIES

Qualifications
• Must be computer literate including MS Office, email, spreadsheets and databases
• Good level of numeracy and literacy
• 5 GCSEs or equivalent
• CPC (an advantage but not essential)


Job Skills
• Sound knowledge of the Transport and Freight forwarding industry
• Account management and development
• Good communication skills
• KPI management

Experience
• Similar role within the industry
• European planning experience is essential

Personal Competencies
• Must have a 'Can Do Attitude' and a desire to improve
• Must be able to resolve and prioritise conflicting requirements
• Good listener with the ability to resolve issues
• Able to identify improvements and see those improvements though to implementation
• Customer and service focused
• Self-managing and good attention to detail
• Second language is an advantage
• Ability to multitask and prioritise
• Highly organised with the ability to remain focussed under pressure
• Flexibility and a team player

Logistics & Supply Chain Workforce are responsible for placing thousands of dedicated professionals out to work across the Midlands. We operate from several prime locations in the area, and are likely to have an office right near you. Job categories include; Food Production, Food Processing, Warehouse, distribution and Planning. We are always on the lookout for the very best talent, so if you know anyone, refer them to our professional and friendly team who will be more than happy to help.

Quotes Logistics Coordinator
Redditch
30,000

JOB DETAILS
Responsible for
Effective, accurate and timely management of European and International support tasks listed below, (but not limited to):
• Managing customer enquiries by phone and email / orders and loading them onto the system
• Booking and tracking shipments
• Sourcing and communicating with suppliers required for transport
• Responding to customer enquiries, providing quotations and keeping them updated as to the progress of jobs
• Closing out job files by obtaining POD and any other required information (Purchase orders, references etc), and scanning documents onto the system
• Reviewing routes and suppliers to ensure transport is planned cost effectively and to maximise profitability
• Ensuring clear and accurate communication with the warehouse so they are aware of returns and outgoing loads and can plan work effectively
• Keeping on top of legislation requirements, including WTD, tachos and maintenance for different vehicle types
• Monitoring and following up trailer damage issues to ensure that the proper information is captured and that customers are aware of any charges incurred
• Ensuring completed jobs are updated on the system and checked prior to invoicing
• Ensuring paperwork is filed accurately and in a timely manner
• Managing priorities to achieve desired results and deadlines
• Liaison with Operations, Accounts and Warehouse
• Effective escalation of issues relating to customer / System requirements
• Maintenance of system data and its integrity

Overall Purpose / Scope of Position
• To assist Operations with the above activities
• Ensuring all support tasks are undertaken and completed in a timely manner
• To ensure the Transport system is kept up to date with incoming enquiries and closing out jobs
• Support Operators and Managers
• Any other reasonable request to support business requirements

Key Result Areas
• Communication with customers and internal staff and managers
• Accuracy of the information captured
• Understanding of the role
• Timely input onto the system of jobs
• Escalation of any queries or issues
• Closing out of Jobs
• System housekeeping

Shift pattern
7am - 7pm, 4 on 4 off shifts
JOB REQUIREMENTS & COMPETENCIES

Experience
• Proven experience in a similar position
• MS outlook and MS Office - full proficiency in Word and Excel
• An understanding of KPIs and the importance of monitoring these on a regular basis
• Using Database systems (desired)
• Working within a fast-paced environment

Personal Competencies
• Self-managing with good attention to detail
• Highly organised with the ability to remain focused under pressure
• Methodical and thorough approach to work
• Must have a good level of English and Maths
• Must have strong geographical UK knowledge
• Must be computer literate including MS Office, email, spreadsheets and transport databases
• Ability to multi-task and juggle priorities to meet requirements
• Ability to adhere to processes
• Leading by example with a self-motivated, can do approach to achieving requirements & targets
• Must have a 'Can Do Attitude' and a desire to improve
• Flexible - a team player
Logistics & Supply Chain Workforce are responsible for placing thousands of dedicated professionals out to work across the Midlands. We operate from several prime locations in the area, and are likely to have an office right near you. Job categories include; Food Production, Food Processing, Warehouse, distribution and Planning. We are always on the lookout for the very best talent, so if you know anyone, refer them to our professional and friendly team who will be more than happy to help.

Harvest Supervisor
Alcester
25,000 - 28,000

Our client are looking to recruit for a Harvest Supervisor, to oversee and ensure the smooth running of the rig. This is a hands on role, you will assist in the planting and harvesting of crop.
Please note - this is an outdoor role, any applicants must be aware that the duties all year round are outdoor.

The position
* Overseeing 5 - 10 staff
* Development assistance to enhance profit and time saving
* Supporting the farm manager
* Administration and completing of records
The person
* You must be self-motivated and an excellent communicator
* Strong and assertive personality
* Ability to work outside in all weathers
* A team player
Plenty of training for this role will be given
Hours are Mon - Fri 730 - 430 and some Saturdays

Customs Clearance Planner
Worcester
21,500 plus shift allowance

Job Details
Responsible for
• Handling European and warehouse customs operations
• Speaking to customers, suppliers and other internal depts to assist them with their enquiries on a daily basis
• Problem solving and proactively helping to manage the custom processes.
• Communicating with customers to extract the correct information and ease the passage of goods
• Capturing, data-entry and validating master data, reporting any errors and ensuring they are resolved prior to next customs submissions
• Working closely with the customs agents, in particular Customs Clearance Consortium (CCC) to complete customs declarations and resolve queries.
• Communication with HMRC where necessary to ensure issues are reported and resolved to a satisfactory conclusion
• Producing and managing adhoc/regular reports

Overall Purpose / Scope of Position
The candidate must take control of customs/border processes and customer data flow to fast support the movement of goods from A to B


Key Result Areas

• Accuracy of the information captured
• Understanding of the role
• Communication with others
• Escalation of any queries or issues
• System housekeeping

Hours - Various options
Shifts
1.0600-14.30hrs (5 days)
2.14.30 - 23.00hrs (5 days)
3.0700hrs-19:00hrs, 19:00hrs-0700hrs (4 on 4 off, alternating nights a2 weeks on 2 weeks off)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Out of Hours/weekend support as appropriate


JOB REQUIREMENTS & COMPETENCIES



Job Skills
• Good attention to detail
• Excel experience
• Customer service experience
• Proactive
• Self-motivated

Experience
• Sound knowledge of European transport
• 1-2 years customs experience would be an advantage but is not mandatory


Personal Competencies
• Proactive
• Good communicator
• Self-motivated
• Ability to multitask and prioritise
• Ability to communicate and co-ordinate with the team and other departments

Logistics & Supply Chain Workforce are responsible for placing thousands of dedicated professionals out to work across the Midlands. We operate from several prime locations in the area, and are likely to have an office right near you. Job categories include; Food Production, Food Processing, Warehouse, distribution and Planning. We are always on the lookout for the very best talent, so if you know anyone, refer them to our professional and friendly team who will be more than happy to help.

Transport/Facility Manager
Droitwich
30,000 - 40,000 D.O.E
Our client based in Droitwich is expanding their team due to an exciting relocation. They offer grab lorry and tipper lorry hire along with the recycling of inert construction waste which happens on site at their yard and plant facilities. They operate a variety of modern machines and equipment, which ensure they can offer customers the best recycled aggregate available.

Responsibilities
• Managing the yard and the incoming/outgoing of material to process and finished product for sale.
• Managing daily duties of drivers and yard staff
• Working directly alongside the Managing director to ensure smooth running of the facility/recycling depot.
• Route planning for 5 HGVs, these are expected to be single drops.
• Load allocation and compliance checks
• Taking responsibility for 5 drivers including briefing/de - briefings
• General running of the recycling facility.
• Managing the traffic desk and dealing with any escalated driver or transport issues.
• Identifying and progressing opportunities to develop business with existing customers

Background
• The ideal candidate will come from the skip hire/recycling industry or HGV logistics linked with construction industry.
• Transport manager CPC licence is essential
• WAMITAB qualification an advantage
• Experience in routing vehicles
• Management experience of a yard environment
• Ability to quickly gain a good understanding of the customer base and market.
• Ability to coach, train, develop and inspire your staff to promote a hardworking and positive team spirit.
• An understanding of standard operating procedures and how to create, develop, record and manage their adherence.

Logistics & Supply Chain Workforce are responsible for placing thousands of dedicated professionals out to work across the Midlands. We operate from several prime locations in the area, and are likely to have an office right near you. Job categories include; Food Production, Food Processing, Warehouse, distribution and Planning. We are always on the lookout for the very best talent, so if you know anyone, refer them to our professional and friendly team who will be more than happy to help.

Stores Coordinator

Worcester

20,000 - 24,000

Overview:You will coordinate receipt of all deliveries, ensuring that they are inspected, booked in and batch labelled, and allocated either to storage or processing.

You will ensure stock is stored in such as way as to be readily accessible (efficient access and retrieval, particularly of high frequency items), protected from possible product contamination or spoilage, clearly labelled, and listed on a rolling inventory list to assist the Accounts team in stock valuations.

Your Incoming Goods and Storage role is to critically inspect incoming goods against commonly accepted and documented standards, report non-conformance through the Operations team or purchaser, safely and efficiently store materials and consumables, assist in keeping production flowing by accessing off-site or harder to access materials required for processing, and ensure all goods are batch controlled, traceable, clearly labelled and identifiable as having passed or failed inspection. You are expected to maintain excellent housekeeping standards and to ensure storage and safety standards are maintained. You will also oversee waste management on site, ensuring production operations remain efficient through removal of waste and supply of empty containers, also managing waste collections to ensure sufficient capacity exists for storage of waste in a hygienic and orderly manner.

In the area of off-site sub-contracted processes, you will pack goods for transport, completing appropriate records; and may be required to ferry goods locally to and from outworkers or sub-contractors, completing relevant goods inwards inspections on re-entry.

An additional aspect to the role is to handle all pallet despatch, packing and preparing consignments for transportation and ensuring they are fully protected, labelled according to customer requirements, compliant with customer standards and booked in to the haulier's delivery system. You will aim to minimise transport costs while ensuring goods reach customers in the same condition that they left Meridian.

Reporting to the Warehouse Manager you will also offer support in all areas of goods inwards, storage, picking and despatch as per the immediate needs of the business.

Quality and safety checks must be carried out as per documented instructions and records must be kept including signatures on relevant paperwork (delivery notes, incoming goods check lists, works instruction dockets, etc.).

Main Responsibilities:_Goods inwards - receipt of goods, inspection, paperwork completion, storage or movement
_Outwork & sub-contracted processes - packing, ferrying, completion of paperwork
_Production flow - ensuring all materials and sundries or consumables are accessible efficiently as needed by production
_Pallet despatch - preparation, adherence to customer standards, booking, packing, loading
_Waste management - retrieval of full containers and supply of empty containers, booking collections




Health and Safety Requirements:Awareness of safe use of wrapping equipment
Awareness of safe use and inspection routine for Fork Lift Truck
Awareness of general risks in production and stores
Awareness of external site risks and moving vehicles
Awareness of evacuation procedures
Awareness of chemical handling and storage including location of fireproof solvent containers
PPE: mandatory safety footwear; mandatory hi-visibility outside

Purchasing Assistant - JOB DESCRIPTION


We have an exciting opportunity for a Purchasing Assistant to join our well established clients Purchasing Team.

Reporting to, and assisting, the Head of Purchasing, you will be responsible for a dedicated category and collaborate in delivering 'best in class' purchasing performance.

Working in partnership with suppliers, internal stakeholders and collaboratively with both the replenishment and Technical teams to drive excellence within the business and, in turn, to our customers.
This is an ideal opportunity for somebody to forge an exciting career in food manufacturing and procurement.

1. Job Title

Purchasing Assistant

2. Reporting Structure

The Purchasing Assistant reports directly to the Head of Purchasing. In the absence of the Head of Purchasing, the Purchasing Assistant reports to the Purchasing Director. The personnel leader is the Head of Purchasing.

3. Role Scope

The role of the Purchasing Assistant is to provide a comprehensive and professional support service to the Head of Purchasing / Purchasing Director.
Undertaking administrative tasks as outlined by the Head of Purchasing, in a diligent, professional and timely manner.

4. Substitution

Cover for the Purchasing Assistant is provided within the Purchasing Team.

5. Key Accountabilities

* Manage the efficient and accurate flow of correspondence and information, both incoming and outgoing, with external and internal parties ensuring an ongoing understanding of current issues, proposing/taking action where appropriate.

* Full responsibility for a defined buying category, e.g. Herbs & Spices.

* General administrative tasks, data entry, tender coordination, filing and travel booking.

* Ensure contracts are developed and maintained.

* Review Supplier Performance, delivery schedules and KPI's.

* Have full knowledge of all products and suppliers.

* Source and review new raw materials in partnership with NPD team requirements.

* Work closely with Technical and Replenishment teams.

* Manage due diligence for raw materials and new launches collaborating with internal stakeholders.

* Actively manage the area of responsibility by using initiative and suggesting ways of improving systems for greater efficiency.

* Ensure all manual and computerised procedures and files are accurate and up to date at all times.

* Take full share of responsibility of collective tasks.

* Produce and maintain reports for the wider business.

* Ensure that a polite and professional manner is maintained in all internal/external communications.

* Contribute positively and constructively to the Purchasing Team.

* Carry out any other reasonable tasks requested by Head of Purchasing.


6. Qualifications and skills:
* Educated to A Level with GCSE Maths and English or equivalent

* Methodical in approach with keen attention to detail

* Strong verbal and written communication skills

* Enthusiasm to learn and develop

* Confident working both independently and as part of a cross-functional team

* Organised with the ability to plan and prioritise different tasks.

* Strong administrative skills, proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

* Knowledge of supply chain, food supply chain, supplier management, portfolio management

Responsible for sourcing and managing a portfolio of suppliers and negotiating contracts in accordance with the Company's needs in terms of price, quality and delivery. Achieve and Monitor annual savings in line with budget targets.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Principal duties and responsibilities:

• To source and identify best supplier for commodity range
• To negotiate contracts with suppliers for direct and indirect material: price, batch, delivery condition, warranty condition, consignment stock and tooling
• To liaise with Engineering Design Department and manage supplier selection for new product introduction and place orders for sample and tooling.
• To create annual savings plan in line with Group Purchasing Targets
• To achieve / monitor actual savings achieved in line with budget targets and report updates to Corporate Purchasing team as necessary.
• Work and liaise with the Corporate Strategic Sourcing team.
• To support Operational purchasing team in lead times negotiations if required to fulfil specific customer requirements.
• To update SAP supplier information records and source lists for any new change of supply
• Undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required within the scope of the role.



QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION

Proficiency in Mathematics and English Language

Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office Systems (Excel and Access)

Engineering component buying/Sourcing experience

CIPS Certification or equivalent purchasing module (DESIRABLE)

Experience

Proven ability to negotiate contracts with suppliers

Proven ability to build strong relationships with suppliers

Demonstrative proactive approach and initiative in problem solving

Ability to communicate and interface diplomatically and effectively with all levels of the organisation, external suppliers etc

Salary 30,000-32,000

With other benefits apply to hear more!

Branch Manager
Solihull
30,000 - 35,000 OTE 50,000

An exciting, new opportunity has arisen within an expanding local estate agency. The client is ideally looking for an experienced candidate who know the local area to assist the set-up of a brand new branch.
With brilliant career progression opportunities and fantastic on target earnings this is an opportunity not to be missed.

Branch Manager Job Purpose:
Managing and overseeing branch personnel, supervising branch operations, and ensuring efficient operation on a day-to-day basis. Improving productivity and streamlining branch activities to maximise results and achieve peak performance levels.

Branch Manager Job Duties:
Organising and executing training programs for branch personnel
Evaluating employee performance and providing feedback and coaching as needed
Recognising employee achievements and encouraging excellence in the work environment
Developing and implementing sales plans
Conducting regular sales and operations meetings
Briefing employees on current sales goals, promotions, and other relevant information
Organising marketing activities and events for the branch
Increasing brand awareness for the company within the community
Interacting with customers on a regular basis to ensure satisfaction and gain useful feedback
Resolving customer problems as needed
Complying with all applicable laws and regulations for the industry within your state
Assessing market conditions and identifying opportunities
Drafting forecasts and business plans
Managing budgets, allocating branch funds, and defining financial objectives
Coordinating with other branches to share knowledge, plan promotional activities, or achieve goals
Adhering to high ethical and professional standards


Branch Manager Skills and Qualifications:
Management Experience, Ability to Meet Set Goals, Proven Record of Achieving Revenue Targets, Experience Growing Branch Revenues, Knowledge of Industry Rules and Regulations, Results Driven Attitude, Leadership Skills, Strong Customer Service Skills, Written and Oral Communication Skills, Human Resource Management Skills, Outstanding Organisation Skills, Attention to Detail, Basic Computer Skills, Advanced Skills with Microsoft Office, Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or a Related Field or the Equivalent Work Experience