Total 27 Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory job vacancies in BS1

We are currently recruiting for a dynamic Warehouse Operative / Delivery Driver to join our client, a world-renowned leader in the paints and coatings industry. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys taking responsibility for a variety of key tasks, from product preparation to ensuring timely and safe deliveries to customers.

Key Responsibilities

Mixer Responsibilities:

• Dispense and mix paint to precise customer specifications, ensuring all orders are fulfilled accurately.
• Label and package products according to quality standards, performing thorough checks throughout the process.
• Operate paint dispensers and replace barrels using proper lifting techniques and aids.
• Monitor stock levels, oversee the proper rotation of goods, and ensure materials are stored correctly.
• Complete required paperwork for collections and deliveries.

Driving Responsibilities:

• Plan efficient delivery routes and manage schedules to ensure timely deliveries.
• Load vehicles with products, ensuring that they match the order paperwork.
• Deliver products directly to customer locations, verifying deliveries and completing necessary paperwork.
• Perform regular vehicle maintenance checks to ensure safe operation.

Role Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 25kg to waist height.
• Full, clean UK driving license.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality control.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent customer service skills and a professional attitude when dealing with customers.

Interested?

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Procurement Specialist

Duration: Initially 3 months
Hours: 37 hours a week
Rate: £28 umbrella an hour (£23 PAYE an hour)
Working arrangement: Predominantly working from home with a mandatory day in the office

Bristol City Council are looking for a Procurement Specialist to join their Social Care Service. As a Procurement Specialist you will:

• Provide professional, legally compliant advice and support leading to robust procurement processes and commercial outcomes for designated categories which allows the achievement of value for money, high stakeholder satisfaction and supports the delivery of objectives
• Utilise market knowledge, data and procurement expertise to identify and deliver commercial opportunities and solutions
• Provide advice and support in managing strategic aspects of category related contract management, including engagement at supplier meetings, performance reviews, coordination of management information and negotiation approaches

Requirements

• MCIPS qualified
• Experience in public sector social care procurement
• Good working knowledge of UK public procurement regulations and EU Procurement Directives
• Analytical and research skills

We are currently recruiting for a dynamic Warehouse Operative / Delivery Driver to join our client, a world-renowned leader in the paints and coatings industry. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys taking responsibility for a variety of key tasks, from product preparation to ensuring timely and safe deliveries to customers.

Key Responsibilities

Mixer Responsibilities:

• Dispense and mix paint to precise customer specifications, ensuring all orders are fulfilled accurately.
• Label and package products according to quality standards, performing thorough checks throughout the process.
• Operate paint dispensers and replace barrels using proper lifting techniques and aids.
• Monitor stock levels, oversee the proper rotation of goods, and ensure materials are stored correctly.
• Complete required paperwork for collections and deliveries.

Driving Responsibilities:

• Plan efficient delivery routes and manage schedules to ensure timely deliveries.
• Load vehicles with products, ensuring that they match the order paperwork.
• Deliver products directly to customer locations, verifying deliveries and completing necessary paperwork.
• Perform regular vehicle maintenance checks to ensure safe operation.

Role Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 25kg to waist height.
• Full, clean UK driving license.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality control.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent customer service skills and a professional attitude when dealing with customers.

Interested?

Apply Today!

Your new role
Hays are recruiting a temporary purchase ledger clerk on behalf of a well-known Bristol organisation. The company are looking for an individual to support their team for approximately 6-8 weeks. Pay for the role is dependent on experience. Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 35 hours. Responsibilities include:

• Manage the day-to-day accounts payable function
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices
• Bank statement reconciliations
• Ad-hoc finance activities for the wider finance team

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience in a high-volume accounts payable function
• Strong communication skills
• Always looking to drive improvement

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

INDHAF

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

RETAIL STORE MANAGER – 30 HOURS PER WEEK

Established in 2012 Grape Tree currently has 158 stores in the UK
We are looking to recruit an ambitious, confident and enthusiastic Retail Store Manager who can represent our Company in our BRISTOL store. You will be reporting to the Retail Operations Manager and typically your duties will include:
ROLE:
You will provide fast, efficient, pleasant and unrivalled customer service. As a Retail Store Manager of Grape Tree, you need to ensure that the store is well stocked, clean and tidy and that customers leave the store with a lasting image to ensure they keep returning.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
a) Strong understanding of stock control ie ordering goods, dealing with deliveries and banking monies
b) You must be a hands on manager
c) Operate the till in accordance with the company instructions
d) Provide highest possible standard of customer service.
e) Ensure that the shelves are well filled/stocked and faced up at all times.
f) Ensure correct pricing of products and stock rotation including the removal from sale of any goods exceeding the ``use by`` date and advise management of any ``Best before`` issues.
g) Ensure the maintenance of high standards of hygiene, cleanliness and safety throughout the store.
h) Observe company rules at all times and report any breach of company rules witnessed.
i) Ensuring all staff fully co-operate to ensure the smooth running of the store.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS / EXPERIENCE:
a) Ability to provide excellent customer service, ideally with experience in food retail.
b) Good cash handling skills.
c) Excellent staff supervision and organisational skills
d) Organised & practically minded, be able to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in
e) You may have experience of the following: Retail Store Supervisor/Manager, Food Retail, Supermarket, Customer Service, Convenience Store, etc.
The store trades Monday to Sunday and it is essential that the successful candidate is flexible to work within these hours
We are looking for someone with flair and ideas, who enjoys sales and promotions, hitting and exceeding targets
If you have all of the skills stated above for the role of Retail Store Manager and feel the need for a fresh challenge, email your CV today

Hays is working with an organisation in central Bristol who are looking for a purchase ledger on a temporary basis. Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00. Pay for the role is £12 - 14 per hour, dependent on experience. Main duties of the role include:

• Accurate and timely posting of invoices
• Entering supplier invoices into the system
• Entering receipts into the system
• Account reconciliations
• Administer payment runs and process staff expense claims
• Managing AP inbox

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience working in a similar role
• Excellent Excel skills - Pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
• Confident communicator
• Excellent attention to detail

What you'll get in return

• Hybrid working from central Bristol office

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

INDHAF

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Location: Bristol Broadmead Designate Role – willing to travel to a variety of stores
Hours per Week: 39 hours
Shift pattern: Full-time - flexible shift patterns across mornings; afternoons; evenings and weekends, which will be discussed further at interview
Salary: Up to 31850.00 per annum, plus generous bonus scheme

If you love retail, you’re in the right place.

Are you looking to join a great place to work? We are recruiting for a Store Manager Designate to join the team!

Let’s talk about the job:

No two days are the same here at Savers and the ideal Savers Store Manager Designate (SMD) would ensure standards are maintained, audit processes are followed, and customer service and sales standards are the best on the high street. The challenge doesn’t stop there – our SMDs are like a celebrity in their area, as they get the opportunity to support neighbouring stores depending on business need.

Let’s talk about the benefits:

· Up to 33 days holiday entitlement
· Enhanced policies such as company sick pay, maternity/parental/adoption leave and pregnancy loss.
· Wagestream - access to an app that gives you power over your pay and supports financial wellbeing
· Aviva Digicare Workplace+ - access to free digital healthcare services such as digital GP appointments and mental health consultations
· Discount deals with over 3,000 retailers, including a discount card with our sister company, Superdrug
· Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust
· Your career, your way – a clear progression plan, steered by us and driven by you!

Let’s talk about you:

· Are you able to drive?
· Do you have 2+ years of retail management experience?
· Do you thrive in a rewarding, fast paced environment?

If you can say yes to all those things - whilst keeping people at the heart of everything you do - then this could be the career opportunity you have been searching for!

Next steps…

If your application gives us that bargain buzz, you will be contacted to arrange a phone interview within 14 days of application. Good luck!

Here at Savers, we love inclusivity. If you need any adjustments to support you through your candidate journey, please email us: savers.jobs@uk.aswatson.com

Hays has partnered with an FMCG organisation based in North Bristol to help recruit a Buyer into their busy Procurement function. You'll be joining the business at an exciting time after recently going through some major growth and a location move. This role will be well suited to a candidate that is looking to progress their career further, with the potential of moving into a Senior Buyer position and the chance to go through CIPS qualifications after a certain period of time.

Your new role
You'll be working closely with the Head of Procurement, managing all direct spend which includes both raw ingredients and packaging materials. You'll spend most of your time sourcing new suppliers across the globe, negotiating prices, awarding contracts and managing suppliers there on after. You'll have complete autonomy over cost-saving targets ('£x" per year) and be able to navigate this how you see fit, whether it be changing supplier origin of country, re-tendering at longer terms or deciding to contract award and certain periods of time.

What you'll need to succeed

• 2+ years of experience of direct buying (Ideally FMCG or Manufacturing)
• Experience sourcing and working with international suppliers
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills
• Supplier contract management
• Confident communication skills, you'll be liaising closely with the technical team and suppliers
• Being able to operate autonomously

We understand that you can be put off applying if you don't quite hit all the marks, but we still want to hear from you! Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship for this role and you will need to be based in the UK to be able to apply.

Salary: Up to £40,000 p.a
Location: North Bristol
Working Pattern: 3 days on site, 2 days from home per week
Benefits: Flexible working hours (core hours between 9:00-15:30), 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, holiday purchase scheme, life assurance, free parking and electric car charging, shopping discounts & more.

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

The Role

Unite Students has a great opportunity for a Senior Buyer, initially on an 8 month fixed-term contract, in our growing Procurement team to help support the implementation of our sourcing solution Oracle Fusion.

Reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager - Technology, this interesting and varied role will provide professional procurement advice and support across the Indirects category. Ensuring value for money through strategic sourcing and competitive tendering, driving category strategy and fostering effective supplier and operational relationships to optimise performance and minimise supply chain risk.

In addition to this, the role will support the subject matter expert (SME) lead for the implementation of Oracle Fusion, supporting with supplier comms and engagement, creation of supplier catalogues, punchouts and data cleansing. This will provide great experience in the challenges and requirements in implementing a new sourcing solution.

What You`ll Be Doing

The sourcing and commercial support across IT, FM and any other significant operational category spend as required.Maintain excellent customer relationships with operational, project and support teams to enable fast problem solving and `one-team` mentalityUndertake weighted tendering assessments for goods and services to achieve the best value for the least riskWorking closely with Finance, IT, our systems integrator and suppliers to support Unite in preparing for implementation of a new ERP solution including reviewing and creating new supplier catalogues, punchouts, data cleansing and collation, supporting suppliers with the transition to a new systemProvide expert contractual and commercial advice to the team and business stakeholdersActively contributing to the wider team goals, including our ESG goals, helping us achieve our responsible business practices.
What We`re Looking for in You

Ability to build relationships and rapport regardless of individual or levelA `customer-first` mindset to ensure the supply requirements of the business are fully understoodCommunication skills: Strong written and verbal communication, able to influence stakeholders and suppliers alike and negotiate successfullyCommercial skills: able to identify what is important and how it contributes to the success of our business and to that of our suppliers, delivering value through a variety of meansAccountability: Able to prioritise work, meet deadlines and targetsAnalytical Skills: A curious individual, with strong problem solving skills and techniques. Ability to manage large sets of data with close attention to detailAn understanding and experience of Catalogue Management and Category ManagementTechnical Knowledge: Knowledge of Procurement processes, specifically Supplier Relationship Management and Contracts Management is desirableMotivation: Strong desire to learn and develop in the Procurement/Supply Chain areas
What You`ll Get in Return

An annual bonus so you can share in the company`s success25 days` paid holidayPension - based on how much you save, we`ll contribute 1% moreFlexible working opportunitiesShared Parental Leave - 18 weeks full pay for birthing parent, 4 weeks for non-birthing parentOther benefits include, ShareSave, Bike to Work, Charity Match, amazing discounts and more!
About Unite Students

Founded in 1991, Unite Students is a FTSE 100 business and the UK`s leading provider of purpose-built student accommodation. You can find us in 25 leading university towns and cities, with 74,000 students calling US home! We are driven by our values, culture, and a commitment to develop diverse and inclusive teams, filled with positive energy and new ideas.

Instinctive inclusion. We know that to create and maintain a happy healthy organisation, we have to work hard to ensure inclusion isn`t just what we do but who we are.

People make Unite Students. Employees, students and neighbours all contribute to building environments where we can all thrive.

Room for Everyone

We`re proud to be an employer that embraces individuality, and we`re passionate about building inclusive teams. We focus on creating a collaborative culture where you can be you, where your voice is heard, and where you can truly belong. We take great pride in being rated Gold Investors in People and are constantly striving to provide the highest standard of learning and development opportunities and professional pathways for our people. Building a home for success, for both our employees and students, requires exceptional people with a passion for creating room for everyone, doing what`s right, keeping US safe, and raising the bar. Join us as we build better experiences for students that live with us.

We are US.

Your new company
We are currently working with a Public Sector organisation to help recruit two Procurement Managers to join their Strategic Procurement team. They help to deliver public services across the local area, making a positive impact on the community and lives of the residents.

Your new role
Reporting into the Head of Procurement, you'll be leading the organisation's approach to the procurement of goods, works & services efficiently within the complex regulatory environment of public sector procurement.
The primary purpose of this role is to provide a strategic relationship with the senior management teams for each of the directorates in the provision of a procurement service. This will include working with managers and commissioning officers to ensure that all directorate level procurement activities are properly managed.

One role will cover; Transport/ Fleet, Regeneration, Housing, Construction, Maintenance, Commercial Estate - and the other will cover: Adult& Children's Social Care, Education & Public Health

What you'll need to succeed

• A relevant degree or procurement & supply chain qualification (CIPS Level 6)
• A broad understanding of the public sector procurement and Public Contract Regulations 2015
• Working across the end-to-end procurement process
• Experience working closely with and advising Senior Leadership
• Experience in construction procurement is desirable
• Confident communication, stakeholder & supplier management skills

What you'll get in return

• A salary of up to £49,498
• A hybrid working pattern; fortnightly travel to the office & ad-hoc visits (Bristol area)
• Competitive public sector pension
• Generous holiday allowance

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

We are currently recruiting for a warehouse operatives for a leading manufacturing company based in Yatton! Our client continues to grow every year and is currently in its next expansion phase so it is a very exciting time to join this company with some excellent long term career opportunities.

You will be picking and packing aluminium products as well as other warehouse duties. The role may also involve some assembly and manufacturing of small parts and quality control.

This is a full-time temp to perm role with a potentially immediate start.

The shift is available Monday to Friday:

7am - 3pm / 8am - 4pm

£11.44 per hour + a monthly attendance bonus of £86

Experience would be advantageous but full training is available. Attention to detail is important as well as some basic numerical skills.

The site is easily accessible from Weston-Super-Mare train station and Clevedon. Free car parking on site!

If this position is of interest to you, please contact us on 01173035239.

The Recruitment Co are an equal opportunities employer

CPBristol

The Recruitment Co. is an equal opportunities employer and we're committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

This role is posted on behalf of The Recruitment Co., a sister company of Blue Arrow.

Assistant Store Manager

We’re looking for an enthusiastic experienced leader / supervisor, who is passionate about coffee & cake while delivering great customer service whist developing and supporting their team.

No experience in Coffee is needed as full training with be provided in store and at one of our Coffee Academies!

Some of our GREAT perks whilst being part of the team…….

• 70% staff discount


• Free drinks on shift


• Bespoke C#1 Benefits Dashboard personalised to you


• Life Assurance


• Medicash – provides free optical (glasses and contact lenses), dental, physio plus lots more


• Flexible working (No late nights!)


• Access to Beanbox - you’ll have access to hundreds of discounts and freebies at the touch of a button.


• Barista to Boardroom Programme – the C#1 Career Pathway


• Lots of fun Competitions and Incentives


• Apprenticeship Opportunities


• Excellent Length of Service Recognition

Why would you join our team?

When you join us, you’re joining our C#1 team - whether this is the regular customers of your Store, or your local community. We are also really passionate for those that wish to build a career, we love being part of the Caffe Nero Group which opens up even more opportunities. There really is something for everyone.

If you love interacting with people (and dogs) and giving great service then please apply!

T2

Job Title: Store Manager – Designate
Location: Designate Role – willing to travel to a variety of stores within a 1-hour radius of your base location until appointed into a store
Hours per Week: 39 hours
Shift pattern: Full-time - flexible shift patterns across mornings; afternoons; evenings and weekends, will be discussed further at interview.
Salary: Up to £36,000 per annum

Why Superdrug?

• Are you someone who enjoys inspiring others in your team?
• Do you enjoy seeing them deliver great customer service?
• And are you someone with a good head for business who also knows how to have fun?

The Role

Our Store Managers go beyond just great people management. Their expertise enables us to reach targets and stay competitive. With your passion for products, retail and customers, alongside the pride you take for everyone who works with you, it will be visible for all to see the success you and your team achieve. The team gain expert knowledge from your coaching and share this with our customers which increasing our sales & profits. You will work alongside your Store Manager to lead your team to beat sales and service targets. You will work together to identify and explore opportunities to grow sales, ensure optimum stock range and availability, whilst maintaining strict cost and stock control.

If you like the sound of this, can see yourself managing and motivating others, then this job is for you...

About you

• You love watching others succeed in their careers.
• You thrive when trusted to hit key performance indicators and achieve sales & profit goals, whilst you appreciate the importance of customer service.
• Your previous retail experience with roles such as a Assistant Management or similar, you bring us fresh thinking.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive Salary up to £36,000 per annum
• Up to 25% Bonus of your salary
• 30% Staff Discount
• Up to 33 days Annual Leave
• Competitions throughout the year to win a week’s wages during seasonal events, team nights out and much more
• Excellent training and Internal progression opportunities - Superdrug Store Managers are extremely important to us, we recognise that you are our future Area Managers
• Pension & Life assurance
• Reward & recognition scheme and long service awards
• Employee assistance programme with Retail Trust
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/shared parental/adoption leave, company sick pay and pregnancy loss and support

What is a designate role?

In these roles you support us by being willing to travel to a variety of stores locally around your base location based on demand. Think of the exposure you will get and day to day variety! You won’t travel forever; we want these roles to help support future hiring needs and soon you will be ready to jump into a specific store and progress within the business.

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Store Manager at Caffè Nero

At Caffè Nero, it’s our people that make us different. That’s why we are looking for warm, positive people who love working with others to come and join us as Store Managers.

We have fantastic opportunities across our stores in the UK and the Republic of Ireland, and this could be just the right time for you to find out more!

As a Store Manager you will take ownership of your own store, providing great customer service and the best standards of coffee and food. You will pride yourself on keeping your customers happy through fantastic service, whilst growing and developing your own team.

What you can expect:

• Performance related bonus of between £3,500 - £5,500 per annum (dependant on role and store).
• Brilliant training and development to get you up to speed in your role and beyond
• The opportunity to grow your career and develop personally
• Unlimited free handmade drinks and up to 75% off food and packaged drinks when you’re on shift
• 50% off all handmade drinks and 40% off everything else when you’re off shift
• Recommend A Friend Scheme, giving you the chance to earn up to £750 if you refer new people to join the team
• Cash Plan Healthcare scheme
• Length of service recognition
• Access to our benefits platform, with hundreds of discounts, rewards and offers

To be successful:

Maybe you're looking to take the next step in your career journey? Perhaps you want a move into the growing world of coffee? You might already be a Store Manager, and love the Caffè Nero brand. Whatever you're doing, if you have experience of leading, developing and nurturing a team in a busy, customer facing environment, we would love to hear from you.

Why choose us?

When you join us, you’re joining a family – whether that’s your team, the regular customers of your café or your community. At the same time as giving fantastic service you’ll have loads of fun along the way, whether that’s at a pizza night, a Caffè Nero Club party or even at the Barista of the Year event. There’s something for everyone.

And it doesn't stop there. The opportunities for development are fantastic. Many of our Area and Regional Managers grew their careers in store, and it's the same for our Head Office teams too.

If you have a great attitude, bags of energy and love interacting with customers then we’d love to hear from you!

At Caffè Nero you can really be you, with us.

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Your new company
We are exclusively working with a Local Government organisation to help recruit a Procurement Manager to join their Strategic Procurement team. They help to deliver public services across the local area, making a positive impact on the community and lives of the residents.

Your new role
Reporting into the Head of Procurement, you'll be leading the organisation's approach to the procurement of goods, works & services efficiently within the complex regulatory environment of public sector procurement.
The primary purpose of this role is to provide a strategic relationship with the senior management teams for each of the directorates in the provision of a procurement service. This will include working with managers and commissioning officers to ensure that all directorate level procurement activities are properly managed.

The categories you'll be working in include: Fleet, Regeneration, Housing, Construction, Maintenance & Commercial Estate.


What you'll need to succeed

• A relevant degree or procurement & supply chain qualification (CIPS Level 6)
• A broad understanding of the public sector, ideally in Local Government and particularly the Public Contract Regulations 2015
• Experience working closely with and advising Senior Leadership
• Experience in construction procurement is desirable
• Confident communication, stakeholder & supplier management skills

What you'll get in return

• A salary of up to £49,498
• A hybrid working pattern; fortnightly travel to the Keynsham office & ad-hoc visits
• Competitive local government pension
• Generous holiday allowance

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk