Total 36 Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory job vacancies in Cambridge, CB1 1ER

Your new company
You will be working as part of an established public sector organisation alongside colleagues in procurement and finance.

Your new role
We are seeking an experienced Interim Procurement Manager to join our local clients' team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public sector procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects. Responsibilities include overseeing procurement processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving cost-effective purchasing strategies.

What you'll need to succeed
To succeed in this role, you must possess strong analytical skills to evaluate procurement processes and identify cost-saving opportunities using PCR15. Excellent negotiation abilities are essential for securing favourable terms with suppliers. The candidate should be adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously and ensuring compliance with procurement regulations. Effective communication skills are crucial for collaborating with various departments and stakeholders. Additionally, the candidate should be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently to drive efficient and effective procurement strategies.

What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available with an immediate start

What you need to do now
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About The Role
What you’ll be doing:

- Working with the Store Manager, you’ll share joint responsibility for the day to day running of the store
- You’ll be leading by example, co-managing a small team of between 4 - 6 members of staff
- You’ll be committed to motivating your team to deliver a great customer experience as well as achieving challenging sales targets
- With a commitment to offering honest advice, you will build rapport with customers, exceeding their expectations and reassuring them when they're bewildered by choice

What you’ll need - skills and experience:

- Proven experience in a retail customer service orientated or sales environment
- Supervisory or junior management experience within a retail or field sales position, ideally in a hard goods environment
- You’ll have practical experience / knowledge of some or all of our product range
- Proven ability to sell some or all of our product range
- Proven ability to deliver excellent customer service to all of our customers
- Proven experience in achieving sales targets
- You'll be a confident, enthusiastic team player
- Your personal skills should include accuracy and numeracy as well as basic computer literacy
- You’ll possess a high degree of self motivation and a can-do attitude
- You’ll demonstrate a desire to succeed both individually and as co-leader of the team

Benefits
What you’ll get in return for your commitment:


- Staff Discounts
- Healthcare Cash plans
- A company pension scheme
- Life Cover
- Access to the Retail Trust, our well-being platform - offering a 24-hour helpline for a variety of support services
- Discounts on 100`s of high street & online brands including restaurants, holidays, and shopping
- Role specific training and development
- Proactive promotion of internal candidates
- Paid Breaks
- Free Tea & Coffee

About The Company
Where you’ll be working:
Machine Mart are the UK’s leading specialist retailer of workshop power tools and equipment to the general public and trade customers. With stores nation-wide and over 40 years in business we are at the forefront of our sector and are supporting our recent success with continued growth. For further information on our company and our product range, visit our website: www.machinemart.co.uk

Job Overview

-To protect our customer's property, people and/or assets by providing security services in direct accordance with the sites published Assignment Instructions (AI's) and any subsequent changes.

-Delivering results that meet and / or exceed the Key performance indicators / Service Level Agreement for the customer through full responsibility and accountability, providing a service that aids in the retention of the contract.

-To undertake additional training to ensure continuous self-development.

Main Duties

Operations

-To be aware of and ensure compliance with all aspects of policies and relevant legal and regulatory requirements as directed by the Security Account Manager and in accordance with UK Law and Guidance bodies.

-Fully and satisfactorily complete all of the tasks and duties on site as defined within the published Assignment Instructions (AI's).

-Proactively refer to and review the published Assignment Instructions, thus familiarising oneself with any changes in order to suggest additional amendments that will improve or enhance the current level of service.

-To be compliant with Industry and Statutory Legislation (you are required to obtain a front-line licence in either Security Guarding or Door Supervision), which must be worn at all times whilst carrying out your duties. The Customer also requires a CCTV PSS SIA Licence. There are also additional courses that are contractually required.

-Comply with legal obligations and safety requirements of the role.

-Follow instructions and procedures appropriately without unnecessarily challenging authority.

-Work in a systematic, methodology and orderly way.

Training

-Fully and satisfactorily complete all required competency training.

-To undertake additional training to ensure continuous self-development as directed by the Security Account Manager.

-Use technology to achieve key work objectives and develop job knowledge and expertise through continual professional development.

-You are required to ensure you renew your licence 16 weeks before expiry.

Security and Health & Safety

-Look out for, and to immediately report, any Health & Safety hazards, or potential hazards, on site.

-Stay alert to any threats or changes within the work environment in order to take the appropriate action to reduce the chance of disruption, loss or damage.

-Use common sense and initiative by immediately involving others if a situation appears to become threatening.

-To maintain professional conduct in the face of difficult situations and challenging customers.

-Complete an accurate, detailed notebook entry as soon as possible after any incident, which can then be used as part of the Incident Report process.

-Keep to schedules and demonstrate commitment to Mitie and the Client.

-To ensure check calls are being carried out at the allocated time slot as stipulated in the Assignment Instructions (AI's).

-To call emergency services and Communication Centre to report all incidents.

What we are looking for

-Previous Security Experience

-SIA License

-SC Clearance desirable

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. This vacancy will close at midnight on 13th October 2024. Interview Date - To be confirmed Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Kenect Recruitment is hiring Van Drivers in Cambrdge

Join Kenect, today.

We're Kenect Recruitment, and we provide job seekers with the fastest way to find temporary work that fits their lifestyles, giving you the choice over where, when and how you work.

We're looking for energetic, enthusiastic individuals with a can-do attitude to work as a Van Driver.

Salary: £12.13 per hour Days

Shift pattern: Day sift | Monday - Friday | 08:00 Start Start

Working Monday - Friday

Holiday pay: Accrued at 12.07%

Role responsibilities:

• Main Responsibilities include:

  • Picking, packing and delivering approximately 7000 pieces per annum
  • Driving approximately 60% of shift, delivering to a customer base of up to 20 sites
  • Multi drop pattern of up to 20 drops per driving shift

  The main accountabilities of the role are divided into three areas; Warehouse, Driving and Office based. The duties include, yet are not limited to:

  Warehouse

  • Receiving deliveries from the European Distribution Centre (EDC), putting stock away in the correct location.
  • Picking Customer orders and loading relevant vehicles in accordance with a delivery schedule.
  • Quality Control - minor rectification work, where there are small defects you may be required to polish the glass.
  • Undertake and maintain good housekeeping, ensuring that all areas are kept clean, clear and free from hazard or obstruction.
  • Perform stock takes as and when required.

You may be required to use manual handling equipment for bulkier items.

• Experience of driving Commercial Van is required.
• Current B Licence required

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Holiday pay (accrued at a rate of 12.07%), sick pay and pension
• Access to a range of free, exclusive benefits, provided in partnership with Collective
• Free insurance including paid sick days, accident and family leave

Apply today.

Please click on the link below to register with the Northampton office

www.kenectrecruitment.co.uk/register-for-work/

Join My Superb Cambridge based Clients dynamic team We are currently seeking a Buyer who is positive and enthusiastic, ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Vendor Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts and improving pricing and terms.
• Supplier Engagement: Conduct quarterly visits to suppliers primarily based in the UK and maintain consistent communication to ensure product flow meets demand.
• Operational Efficiency: Run shortage reports, monitor market trends, and evaluate cost-saving opportunities.
• Sales Support: Update the Sales Team with delivery schedules and manage purchase orders within My Clients MRP system.
• Continuous Improvement: Develop strategies to enhance operational efficiency and contribute to business performance.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Buyer or in a strong administrative role.
• Strong Excel and administration skills.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with internal and external customers.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and supplier interactions.

What We Offer:

• Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy a 12:30 PM finish and casual dress every Friday.
• Health Benefits: Private healthcare and dental coverage.
• Financial Security: Income protection, profit-sharing bonuses, and a joining bonus of £1500 after 6 months of service.
• Career Development: Opportunities for long service awards, enhanced family leave, and participation in company events.

My client believes that their employees are their most important asset. Join them in a culture that values integrity, teamwork, critical thinking, and a relentless drive to succeed.Apply today to become part of their innovative team!

Kenect Recruitment is hiring Van Drivers in Cambrdge

Join Kenect, today.

We're Kenect Recruitment, and we provide job seekers with the fastest way to find temporary work that fits their lifestyles, giving you the choice over where, when and how you work.

We're looking for energetic, enthusiastic individuals with a can-do attitude to work as a Van Driver.

Salary: £12.13 per hour Days

Shift pattern: Day sift | Monday - Friday | 08:00 Start Start

Working Monday - Friday

Holiday pay: Accrued at 12.07%

Role responsibilities:

• Main Responsibilities include:

  • Picking, packing and delivering approximately 7000 pieces per annum
  • Driving approximately 60% of shift, delivering to a customer base of up to 20 sites
  • Multi drop pattern of up to 20 drops per driving shift

  The main accountabilities of the role are divided into three areas; Warehouse, Driving and Office based. The duties include, yet are not limited to:

  Warehouse

  • Receiving deliveries from the European Distribution Centre (EDC), putting stock away in the correct location.
  • Picking Customer orders and loading relevant vehicles in accordance with a delivery schedule.
  • Quality Control - minor rectification work, where there are small defects you may be required to polish the glass.
  • Undertake and maintain good housekeeping, ensuring that all areas are kept clean, clear and free from hazard or obstruction.
  • Perform stock takes as and when required.

You may be required to use manual handling equipment for bulkier items.

• Experience of driving Commercial Van is required.
• Current B Licence required

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Holiday pay (accrued at a rate of 12.07%), sick pay and pension
• Access to a range of free, exclusive benefits, provided in partnership with Collective
• Free insurance including paid sick days, accident and family leave

Apply today.

Please click on the link below to register with the Northampton office

www.kenectrecruitment.co.uk/register-for-work/

Kenect Recruitment is hiring Van Drivers in Cambrdge

Join Kenect, today.

We're Kenect Recruitment, and we provide job seekers with the fastest way to find temporary work that fits their lifestyles, giving you the choice over where, when and how you work.

We're looking for energetic, enthusiastic individuals with a can-do attitude to work as a Van Driver.

Salary: £12.13 per hour Days

Shift pattern: Day sift | Monday - Friday | 08:00 Start Start

Working Monday - Friday

Holiday pay: Accrued at 12.07%

Role responsibilities:

• Main Responsibilities include:

  • Picking, packing and delivering approximately 7000 pieces per annum
  • Driving approximately 60% of shift, delivering to a customer base of up to 20 sites
  • Multi drop pattern of up to 20 drops per driving shift

  The main accountabilities of the role are divided into three areas; Warehouse, Driving and Office based. The duties include, yet are not limited to:

  Warehouse

  • Receiving deliveries from the European Distribution Centre (EDC), putting stock away in the correct location.
  • Picking Customer orders and loading relevant vehicles in accordance with a delivery schedule.
  • Quality Control - minor rectification work, where there are small defects you may be required to polish the glass.
  • Undertake and maintain good housekeeping, ensuring that all areas are kept clean, clear and free from hazard or obstruction.
  • Perform stock takes as and when required.

You may be required to use manual handling equipment for bulkier items.

• Experience of driving Commercial Van is required.
• Current B Licence required

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Holiday pay (accrued at a rate of 12.07%), sick pay and pension
• Access to a range of free, exclusive benefits, provided in partnership with Collective
• Free insurance including paid sick days, accident and family leave

Apply today.

Please click on the link below to register with the Northampton office

www.kenectrecruitment.co.uk/register-for-work/

Job Summary: The Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for managing the purchasing processes for EACH, ensuring value for money, competitive pricing, and prompt service. This includes complex contract negotiations, supplier management, and ensuring that all purchasing activities align with EACHs strategic goals, including net-zero objectives. The role involves providing high-quality administrative support to the Head of Facilities and Director of Finance, supervising the Purchasing Assistant, and maintaining an effective filing and contract management system. Responsibilities Provide administrative support to the Head of Facilities and Director of Finance, including checking utility invoices, conducting data analysis, and drafting minutes and correspondence. Organise meetings with service providers to ensure strong and robust relationships. Implement and develop systems to maintain an effective filing system that meets the needs of EACH. Maintain a facilities contract register and proactively review contracts for cost performance and alignment with organisational objectives. Manage the purchasing process, ensuring that advice considers the best value for money with reference to quality, service, and price. Supervise the Purchasing Assistant, ensuring effective management of purchasing activities. Meet regularly with existing suppliers and seek meetings with potential new suppliers to secure optimal terms. Ensure that net-zero objectives are integrated into sourcing decisions and supplier selection. Oversee and ensure compliance with the approved contractor and supplier approval process. Integrate purchasing and supplier information into other systems, including the CMMS and SharePoint. Check all orders and invoices before processing, holding delegated authority over certain budget cost nominal codes. Negotiate and renegotiate complex contracts for services, including utilities, telecoms, and waste disposal. Maintain accurate databases and manage the approved supplier list process. Keep the purchasing procedure and policy up-to-date and relevant, suggesting and implementing KPIs for review by the Head of Facilities.

Kenect Recruitment is hiring Van Drivers in Cambrdge

Join Kenect, today.

We're Kenect Recruitment, and we provide job seekers with the fastest way to find temporary work that fits their lifestyles, giving you the choice over where, when and how you work.

We're looking for energetic, enthusiastic individuals with a can-do attitude to work as a Van Driver.

Salary: £12.13 per hour Days

Shift pattern: Day sift | Monday - Friday | 08:00 Start Start

Working Monday - Friday

Holiday pay: Accrued at 12.07%

Role responsibilities:

• Main Responsibilities include:

  • Picking, packing and delivering approximately 7000 pieces per annum
  • Driving approximately 60% of shift, delivering to a customer base of up to 20 sites
  • Multi drop pattern of up to 20 drops per driving shift

  The main accountabilities of the role are divided into three areas; Warehouse, Driving and Office based. The duties include, yet are not limited to:

  Warehouse

  • Receiving deliveries from the European Distribution Centre (EDC), putting stock away in the correct location.
  • Picking Customer orders and loading relevant vehicles in accordance with a delivery schedule.
  • Quality Control - minor rectification work, where there are small defects you may be required to polish the glass.
  • Undertake and maintain good housekeeping, ensuring that all areas are kept clean, clear and free from hazard or obstruction.
  • Perform stock takes as and when required.

You may be required to use manual handling equipment for bulkier items.

• Experience of driving Commercial Van is required.
• Current B Licence required

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Holiday pay (accrued at a rate of 12.07%), sick pay and pension
• Access to a range of free, exclusive benefits, provided in partnership with Collective
• Free insurance including paid sick days, accident and family leave

Apply today.

Please click on the link below to register with the Northampton office

www.kenectrecruitment.co.uk/register-for-work/

Purpose of the position

To work as a key member of a cross functional project team, alongside other key senior project roles accountable for managing and reporting all supplier and subcontractor delivery performance (cost, quality and delivery). A key aspect of this position will be to ensure that material cost is managed to the budget baseline and supplier/subcontractor compliance is managed to ensure delivery of contractual deliverables and identifying and mitigating all risks that may affect this.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the relationship with all key suppliers across the project

• Ensure clear alignment between Marshall and all Suppliers on all key contractual deliverables and documentation as Terms and Conditions, Statement of Work and Schedule of requirements.

• Chair regular project reviews with all appropriate suppliers invited all necessary functional leaders as required

• Manage any non-compliances of suppliers to the contract seeking specialist support from the Bid Procurement Team or Category Team as required

• Tracking and regularly review supply and supplier risks against the programme

• Negotiate and agree variations to the contract baseline, in conjunction with the key functional leaders

• Provide monthly status reports to functional and business leaders

• Ensuring all suppliers execute their responsibilities under the contract

• Validate and approve supplier payments in accordance with the contract

Tasks:

• Develop and sustain strong relationships with all key project, business and functional stakeholders and be able to brief at all levels status of cost, supply status and supply risk for all suppliers & subcontractors with the scope of the project(s)

• Provide weekly 4-Box reports detailing Successes Opportunities Failures and Threats (SOFT) to key functional and project leaders

• Chair key development review meetings with key suppliers to ensure alignment to contractual deliverables.

Capability

Behavioural Competencies:

• Strong Communication Skills

• Awareness of Project Management

• Strong Negotiator

• Excellent Commercial acumen

• Ability to multi-task

Technical Competencies:

• Experience in project and/or subcontractor management, as part of a development contract

• Awareness of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software ideally IFS

Certification:

• APM certified - an advantage

• CIPS - not essential

Experience:

• Successful track record of managing a variety of suppliers / contracts

• Produced multi-year Category Strategies for relevant areas of spend

• Cross functional working

• International supplier management

Benefits:

·Competitive salary, 27 days holiday increasing with service up to 30 days (option to buy /sell)

·Pension contributions up to 9%, healthcare cash plan for you and your children, extensive flexible benefit program.

·Marshall, an independent, family-owned British company, proudly helping our customers move forwards since 1909.

About Marshall

Marshall is an independent, family-owned UK company with a diverse portfolio of businesses and a shared commitment to keeping our customers moving forward.

Whether that is supporting global armed forces to deliver mission-critical activities, keeping the UK distribution industry on the road, creating new sustainable communities where people can live and thrive, or developing the next generations of industry talent - we are incredibly proud to have been building extraordinary futures since 1909.

Marshall Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Marshall Group is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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Kenect Recruitment is hiring Van Drivers in Cambrdge

Join Kenect, today.

We're Kenect Recruitment, and we provide job seekers with the fastest way to find temporary work that fits their lifestyles, giving you the choice over where, when and how you work.

We're looking for energetic, enthusiastic individuals with a can-do attitude to work as a Van Driver.

Salary: £12.13 per hour Days

Shift pattern: Day sift | Monday - Friday | 08:00 Start Start

Working Monday - Friday

Holiday pay: Accrued at 12.07%

Role responsibilities:

• Main Responsibilities include:

  • Picking, packing and delivering approximately 7000 pieces per annum
  • Driving approximately 60% of shift, delivering to a customer base of up to 20 sites
  • Multi drop pattern of up to 20 drops per driving shift

  The main accountabilities of the role are divided into three areas; Warehouse, Driving and Office based. The duties include, yet are not limited to:

  Warehouse

  • Receiving deliveries from the European Distribution Centre (EDC), putting stock away in the correct location.
  • Picking Customer orders and loading relevant vehicles in accordance with a delivery schedule.
  • Quality Control - minor rectification work, where there are small defects you may be required to polish the glass.
  • Undertake and maintain good housekeeping, ensuring that all areas are kept clean, clear and free from hazard or obstruction.
  • Perform stock takes as and when required.

You may be required to use manual handling equipment for bulkier items.

• Experience of driving Commercial Van is required.
• Current B Licence required

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Holiday pay (accrued at a rate of 12.07%), sick pay and pension
• Access to a range of free, exclusive benefits, provided in partnership with Collective
• Free insurance including paid sick days, accident and family leave

Apply today.

Please click on the link below to register with the Northampton office

www.kenectrecruitment.co.uk/register-for-work/

Here at Edinburgh Woollen Mill we have a fantastic opportunity for a Store Manager based in our Horningsea store.
If you would like to be part of a forward-thinking business and have a job with excellent career prospects, we would love to hear from you.
As well as being part of an exciting and dynamic team you will also have the opportunity to gain an industry recognised qualification within your first 18 months of you wish to do so.
As Store Manager we are looking for a well rounded and commercial ‘retail manager’ who is proactive in their approach and can work using their own initiative, fashion retail experience desirable however not essential as full training provided. The ideal candidate will have previous experience either in management or supervision of personnel within a retail outlet.
As Store Manager, you will be expected to:
•Drive sales through your team
•Manage the day to day operation of the store whilst ensuring costs are contained within targets.
•Maximize store profitability by promoting sales within the store.
•Ensure that a high level of customer service is delivered at all times.
•Manage, coach and motivate the team to deliver to all targets and lead by example.
The ideal candidate will have:
•Commercial awareness
•Excellent leadership credentials
•An ability to drive sales through your team
•Good training and development capabilities

About us:
At Dreams, we know your bed is the best place in the whole world. But for the hours between precious sleep, we`d like to make work a special place to be too. We`re the UK`s most loved bed retailer, so it`s important our people feel the love as well.
Together we`ve been making bedtimes better since 1985, with no signs of hitting the snooze button. We`re owned by the world`s largest bedding provider, Tempur Sealy, and sell 14,000 mattresses, bases and headboards every single week. Now that`s a lot of Zzzs.
With over 200 stores nationwide, you`ll lead a team of sleep-savvy Bed Experts in a fun and friendly environment where every dreamer makes a difference. So if you`re bonkers about bed, silly for siestas and keen on your kip, Dreams could be the perfect place for you.
Dreams. Love your job.
In your dream role, you`ll receive:
-Competitive salary: £30,000 on target earnings
-Commission: Our uncapped commission scheme recognises the hard work and dedication of our superstar dreamers, with peak incentives to help you rack up the rewards.
-Discounts: Amazing staff discount on Dreams products, plus hundreds of brands including restaurants, holidays, and shopping.
-Buy-in schemes: You`ll have the opportunity to buy extra holiday, private healthcare, or savings and loans.
-Progression: No matter where your dreams take you, we`ll support your development with the opportunity to progress into different business areas as your experience grows.
-Wellbeing: We partner with the Retail Trust to offer a full wellness hub, including a 24-hour helpline, out of hours GP services and access to counselling.
The job:
This role is a vital part of the management team in Cambridge. You will work closely with the Store Manager to help to drive team engagement and maximise all sales opportunities.
At Dreams, we are passionate about our people, so customers and colleagues are our top priority. With your help and guidance, the store team will make sure every customer finds their perfect bed.
Ready to skip the snooze button and get stuck in? Here`s a taste of what you`ll be doing day-to-day...
-Assisting with the day-to-day management of the store team to increase sales and ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction.
-Playing a key role in creating a positive environment within your store, ensuring you and the team are regularly involved in business initiatives, sharing best practice and having fun.
-In the Store Manager`s absence, you will proactively lead the team to achieve set goals, expectations and targets through effective coaching and training.
-Motivating and inspiring all of our valued dreamers.
-Walking the floor regularly, ensuring store standards are consistently high so every customer has an exceptional experience.

This is the type of person we`re dreaming of:
-Experience: You`ll be able to demonstrate previous retail or commercial sales experience, preferably with some experience of store and team management.
-Commercially minded: You will be commercially focused and results-driven, with an aptitude for decision making.
-Motivated: You will be highly experienced at working to performance targets, leading by example to identify sales opportunities and achieve results.
-Inspirational: Your strong ability to lead will inspire and motivate your team.
-Communicator: Using your excellent communications skills, you`ll be able to build rapport and establish great relationships with customers and colleagues.
-Customer-focused: Every day, you`ll live our mission by putting our customers at the heart of everything you do.

Store Manager - Histon Road, Cambridge
Location: Histon Road, Cambridge, CB4 3HL
Salary: £31,900 - £37,500 plus great benefits
Contract: Permanent


We're looking for a skilled Store Manager to join our retail team. This full-time Store Manager role comes with a competitive salary and brilliant benefits package.

As a Store Manager, you'll help to deliver the store purpose by guiding the commercial and community strategies in your store. You'll also lead your team and show them how to make shopping at Co-op a fantastic experience, you'll help them to grow and learn so they can show our customers, colleagues and members the difference Co-op brings to local communities.

In this role, you can expect to:

* Empower your team to deliver great service, personally promoting the Co-op difference to customers and members
* Build an inclusive culture where everyone can speak up and share their views
* Develop your team through regular performance conversations to help them reach their potential
* Make sure the store is safe, legal and operational
* Manage and optimise your store's commercial performance, recruit new team members and manage HR processes

You'll need experience of guiding and developing a team and working in a busy, service-focused environment. Good communication skills are essential, and you should be able to coach, motivate and inspire your team. You'll also need:

* Resilience and great problem solving skills
* The ability to understand and analyse commercial information
* Willingness to roll up your sleeves and support the team with delivery of store activities

In return for your passion and commitment, you'll get a competitive salary and great benefits package which includes an annual bonus (based on personal and business performance), 36 days holiday including bank holidays (rising with service) and 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores all year-round. You'll also get:

* A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
* Wagestream app - giving access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
* YuLife app - rewarding you for exercising with discounts and vouchers
* Cycle to work scheme
* Coaching and training to support your career development

At Co-op, we're proud to do things a different way. As one of the world's largest co-operatives, owned by millions of members, community is at the heart of what we do. Since our Co-op was founded in 1844, we've had a clear social purpose, and everything we do as a business helps to build a fairer world for our members, customers, colleagues, and communities.

We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.

We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.

If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.

You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process.

You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing.

We reserve the right to remove a vacancy before the scheduled closing date.