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B2B Advisor - Currys PC World Chelmsford Permanent Part Time 15-30 hours per week, with flexibility to work additional hours UK £7.90 for under 21's £8.60 for aged 21 or over Technology is transforming the world in extraordinary ways. If you're passionate about the latest innovations, and about discovering how products can make a real difference to customers' lives, then you can be part of shaping that transformation here at Dixons Carphone. Dixons Carphone is one of the most exciting propositions in retail right now; our vision for the future involves simplifying the mobile, technology and electrical world, and making the potential of connected technology accessible and affordable for everyone. This includes a wide range of small and medium sized companies who rely on us for their technology needs. As Business Advisor you'll be taking care of these highly valued business accounts - using your character, charisma and product knowledge to build and maintain positive relationships. Through great customer service, there's potential to make a big impact on store performance and profits. Your polished sales skills deliver repeat spend and impress customers with our value added services. You'll need to take a proactive approach to building the SME customer base by contacting prospects directly and making a connection with them. We'll also expect you to coach and motivate colleagues to ensure the team is equipped and inspired to make business customers happy, from their initial enquiry all the way to after sales service. There will be plenty of training, support and encouragement to keep your career moving in the right direction - and there are lots of paths to explore across the wider Dixons Carphone group. The rewards are pretty special too. We offer one of the best packages in retail, with benefits including holiday, pension scheme and great discounts. What are we looking for from you? You'll need to show us your commitment to offering great customer service and making relationships work. It's important that you love speaking to customers, have the confidence to get new business through building a rapport quickly and solving their needs. Above all, you have to share our passion for achieving amazing things - for our customers, colleagues and ourselves. Bring your passion, make amazing happen. Follow Dixons Carphone on LinkedIn, and also on

Store Operatives Wanted - Weston Favell- Nights - £9.50 We are recruiting a number of store operatives to work on a night shift basis for one of clients in Weston Favell, Northampton . As a store operative you will be required to stock shelves, relabel goods and help move goods around the store. 12 hour shifts Monday to Friday on Nights, £9.50. Temporary work. Gi Group are committed to protecting the privacy of all of our candidates and clients. Following some recent changes to data protection laws we have updated our Privacy Policy. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit https://privacy

Assistant Shop Manager Location : Dorking Hours : 14 hours per week - including weekends Contract type : Permanent Salary : Total salary of £5,700.40 per annum for 14 hours per week (FTE £14,251 per annum) We've got an opening... We have a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic and motivated retailer to join our busy Dorking shop on a part time basis. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the shop manager with the successful delivery of a customer focussed shop team that is the 'window of the Red Cross' on the high street. Deputising for the Shop Manager on occasion, you will ensure the smooth running of the shop during these times, whilst also dealing with the accurate processing of any financial transactions and delivery of shop floor and stockroom management. Working with and supporting an inspiring team of volunteers, you will play an integral role in maximising profitability and helping generate much needed income to support people living in crisis both at home and overseas. Say hello to the team Helping people in crisis begins at your local charity shop. Our 330 shops across the UK are home to over 6,500 volunteers and 700 paid staff. Our team is bright and bubbly, and we love meeting people from all walks of life. We want to make sure everyone that visits us has a great experience, and we never forget the contribution our little shop makes to helping those in crisis. This role might be for you if You're a retail star. You've got the experience and know-how from working in a shop environment. You can go your own way. You can use your initiative for positive results. Numbers don't faze you. You've got a good understanding of financial and numerical information, and have experience of cash handling. Also you should have the following; Ability to understand issues related to working with volunteers Proven customer care skills Proven IT skills Closing date for applications is 23.59 on Monday 17th December 2018 Here's a little bit more about us The British Red Cross help anyone, anywhere in the UK; get the support they need if crisis strikes. From hiring a wheelchair or dealing with loneliness, to adjusting to life in a new country - we're there when you need us. Our goal is to connect human kindness with human crisis. We're part of the global Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, and we believe in the power of kindness. We offer a wide range of staff benefits, these include: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays - pro rata for part time staff Up to 6% contributory pension At the British Red Cross, we are looking for the best people to help us provide support to millions of people affected by crisis in the UK. We want our team to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, offering equal opportunities to everyone, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability. Diversity is something we celebrate and we want you to be able to be yourself at work, and feel you're in a great position to help us spread the power of kindness. In the British Red Cross we will not tolerate any form of misconduct, including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse. We have a code of conduct in place, and are committed to creating a culture of integrity in the organisation where misconduct is not tolerated, situations of abuse are quickly investigated and perpetrators are dealt with effectively. If you are appointed to a role within BRC you will be subject to the organisation's Code of Conduct, a copy of which you can find on our website. The British Red Cross, incorporated by Royal Charter 1908, is a charity registered in England and Wales (220949) and Scotland (SC037738). Follow us on and on Linked in - British Red Cross, to hear about our latest job vacancies. Connecting human kindness with human crisis

The variety and pace that comes with every shift as a Customer Assistant at Lidl needs dedication and flexibility. Our stores are open Monday to Sunday so you'll need to be able to work weekends, as well as weekday shifts. You'll put in a shift as part of the team to check and unpack deliveries, work on the tills, stock our shelves and, most importantly, help our customers. We'll train you to be multi-skilled in the many different areas of the store and show you what it takes to keep a store running smoothly - and once you're up to speed you'll be a vital part of ensuring every shift runs like clockwork. Please note that as part of your application you will be asked to complete an online exercise, designed to provide us with a more in-depth understanding of you and your potential as a member of our team. Should you be successful at this stage you will then be invited for a face to face interview. We look forward to receiving your application. What will you do? Delivery arrived? You'll start unpacking the stock. Queue at the tills? You'll jump on a spare one to help. Notice a spillage? You'll get the mop. Customer can't find the apples? You'll leave what you're doing to show them the way. Bakery items popular today? You'll get some more cooking in the oven. Fruit and vegetables looking fresh? You'll carry out regular quality checks What will you need? Some knowledge or experience of working in a fast-paced environment The flexibility to start an early shift at 5am or finish a late shift at 11pm The ability to react positively to changing priorities The initiative to identify tasks that need to be completed The drive to work hard and contribute to the success of your store A friendly communication style with your team and customers. What do we offer? You will be well-rewarded for your work at Lidl. Not only will you be part of a secure, growing business, we'll make sure you have quality training and progression opportunities if you want to develop a career with us. As well as your competitive hourly rate, starting from £8.75 with the ability to earn up to £9.87 (*dependent on experience), you will also get 30 days' holiday (pro-rata), a pension scheme, discount on our products and corporate discounts on holidays, days out, cinema tickets and plenty more

Health & Safety Manager for a growing distribution company. The role is based in Liverpool. Client Details Our client is a market leading distribution company in the FMCG & retail sectors. Description Responsible for delivering a safe, compliant working environment across the site and all associated investigation and analysis in the spirit of continuous improvement. Design and drive with your General Manager the H&S / Facilities agenda and strategy across your Distribution Centre Be the first point of call with your General Manager for all H&S and facilities issues Manage a small team of maintenance colleagues (where applicable) Responsibility for contractors and works completed where instructed by the General Manager Develop, review and implement safe systems of work across the site Ensure Health and Safety policies and procedures are implemented, communicated and adhered to Promote Health & Safety awareness through H&S and facilities management campaigns Produce and implement a maintenance schedule for the entire site Ensure there are processes in place for visitors and contractors working on site Conduct training sessions with management & colleagues on a variety of safety and facilities topics Provide management reports on accident statistics and maintenance Analyse accident / incident and 'Near Miss' statistics and implement any risk reducing improvements - ensuring year on year improvement Communicate with any relevant bodies re issues as arising and utilise information for continuous improvement Create, develop and maintain site specific risk assessments Manage accident analysis and reporting to identify trends and areas for improvement Maintain and monitor safety training records through internal auditing Profile Confident handler of people with good motivational qualities Able to develop and maintain good relationships across the business Good Distribution Centre practice knowledge Team player with an understanding of people Open minded and able to embrace and influence change with all Colleagues, including Senior Management Ability to work under pressure Able to deliver results Ability to lead and motivate others, delegate work and explain ideas Planning and organising skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Initiative and decisiveness Enthusiasm Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines NEBOSH General Certificate A minimum of 5 years (and recent) working in a health and safety role in the above environment Job Offer £40,000 plus benefits

At Caffè Nero, it's the people that make us unique. That's why we're looking for warm, positive people who genuinely enjoy working with others. As a Shift Leader, you'll work 35 hours per week, so flexibility is key. You'll also need to work extra hours to cover others at times, and enjoy working in a fun, demanding and fast-paced environment. You need no prior experience to do well in this role. But you do need to Enjoy coaching and interacting with others Enjoy leading by example Aim for excellent coffee and service Use your initiative at work, every day Be resilient and determined to achieve results for your store Be ambitious and driven Speak good English Enjoy making a difference to someone's day Be flexible with your working hours Be a UK Resident, with the relevant work permits and evidence. In return, we will give you full training by our dedicated in store Maestros or our training team on everything from how to make an Espresso through to a decaf soya Latte! So industry experience isn't essential. Over 80% of our current Store Managers started out as Baristas and Shift Leaders. And with our ambitious growth plans to open around 50 stores in the UK each year, we'll give you every opportunity to develop. Because when you join us, you're joining a family - be it your team, your regulars, your neighbourhood or the Caffè Nero network. We want you to nurture those relationships, to join us in building something special, and to have fun doing it. That fun includes loads of year-round events, including our regular CN Club parties, Barista of the Year events & lots more. If this all sounds right for you, then you may well be right for us. Apply today.

Head of Operations - Refreshment vending Competitive salary and package Based Bradford - with regular travel throughout operating area (Yorks/Lancs to London/South East) With ambitious plans for expansion, and a commercial department achieving real growth, this operational position has never been more critical to our business success. Responsible for delivering our high standards in customer service, through a team of highly engaged and well managed operatives, this role should also maintain tight control of all associated costs (warehousing, logistics and transport). In manpower terms, operations is the largest department in the business and it is essential that the incumbent maintains and uses current systems to ensure all aspects of service delivery are optimised, as well as bringing fresh ideas for systems/processes to improve operations. Specific responsibilities: ·Provision of service to agreed standards to customers (stocking, cleaning, collecting monies/data through vending equipment) throughout the UK but predominantly Yorks/Lancs/Midlands/London area ·Management of all staff involved in above activities (approx. 50, predominantly manual but with office support ) through a team of 3 Team Leaders and a warehouse manager ·Storage and movement of all stock associated with above activity (3 warehouses largest 520sqm, £320k total stock value across approx. 900 product lines ·Control of all cash resulting from above activity ·Management of a fleet of approx. 40 vehicles to ensure smooth and cost-effective delivery of service ·Accountability for all aspects of this department through thorough examination ofweekly/monthly/quarterly reports and decision making based on these We are currently introducing new software to improve both customer experience and efficiency - this should be change that excites you. Competencies/Skillset required The most fundamental requirement is for an experienced, operations-based professional who is only comfortable making decisions/plans based on accurate data, and motivated by using technology to optimise all processes associated with the above activities. With an eye and aptitude for detail, it is equally important to recognise the importance of people management as operatives are the most frequent touch point with customers and need to be motivated to deliver a service which sets us apart from competitors. Essential/Desirable Experience ·Experience of achieving service delivery standards through an operational team ·Able to balance requirement for staff engagement with cost control ·Data driven and IT literate - we have a strong IT department to assist, but it is vital the role of technology is optimised in all processes ·Commercially focussed ·Knowledge of category management ·Enjoys change ·Confident and credible in front of major customers (senior buyers/stakeholders within PLC's, hospital trusts, facilities management companies) ·Strong communicator - verbally and in writing If you feel that your skills and experience match the role criteria then please send your full cv by return.

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the leading names in the Pharmaceutical industry as a Demand Planner for some of the most well known products on the shop shelves! Client Details A market leader in the Pharmaceutical industry with a leading role across FMCG healthcare, Prescription pharmaceutical and Pharmaceutical manufacturing. Description This role is responsible for managing the Demand Plan and Forecast for a key product category whilst also leading the S&OP process too. Producing SKU level forecasts for rolling 24 month period Driving continuous improvement to forecast accuracy Working closely with NPD teams to advise and forecast Key player in budget creation with view of long term base forecasting Profile Do you have experience as a Demand Planner in the FMCG industry? Do you want to be a part of one of the leading names in the Pharmaceutical industry? Can you confidently take ownership for the forecasting of a key category? Are you a team player who can engage internal stakeholders and drive S&OP? If this sounds like you then get in touch! Job Offer This fantastic opportunity is offering: Up to £37,000 + a comprehensive package

O2 & Telefónica O2 is the commercial brand of Telefónica UK Limited, a leading digital communications company owned by Telefónica S.A. With over 25 million customers across the UK, O2 is one of the world's most innovative companies putting our customers at the heart of everything we do. We are much more than just a network. We open up the endless possibilities of technology, connecting our customers to the things that they love and exploring new ways to open up the world for them. With over 450 stores across the UK, our retail team is at the forefront of offering our customers more. And you can be part of it. We are always on the lookout for great talent. Just like our customers, we offer our employees more. From a choice of benefits, rewards, training and ongoing career development there are many reasons to join O2. Your role Your role as an Full time/Part time Advisor is to be a high performing, self -motivated and engaged team member who is really clear on what great in-store performance and customer service looks like. As part of a leading brand we offer a differential customer experience. You will do this by getting to know our customers through having great conversations and understanding their needs and what they want so that you can sell the right product and service to them. Making every day better for our customers through personal experiences that count. Responsibilities The main responsibilities of the role are: Being passionate about o2s products, services and propositions and understanding what we offer as a business. Becoming an expert in all things o2 Working to and following our customer excellence framework to make sure you are delivering a great personalised customer service/experience in store Working to store targets - selling and discussing products, services and propositions that meet the customer needs in an enthusiastic and knowledgeable way Being aware of your own performance and the team performance and how it commits to o2's success Using in store systems and working to processes. Taking ownership of what you do and making sure the Store operates effectively and within compliance Taking ownership for your development with support from your Store Leader, Territory Trainers and our Academy and Learning Zone Supporting the Store Leadership team to open and close the Store Working with your team to take ownership of the store appearance. Taking pride in where you work Find out more about Benefits, Skills and Experience Needed for this role on O2 Careers Website Additional Information: Starting salary £17,558 - £19,275 pro rata plus performance bonus. Hours: 20 hrs

Sales Assistants - Walthamstow - PART TIME H&T began serving communities in London in 1897. Since then we have expanded to become one of the oldest and leading pawnbrokers in the UK. In recent years, H&T has accelerated its development by adding new products and services, expanding the store network and developing a complete online service. Our continued investment in the business and the communities we serve has resulted in us being the largest pawnbroker in the UK and Scotland. Due to our outstanding continuing success, we are seeking a part time Sales Assistant within our store in Walthamstow. Walthamstow is a part time opportunity - working 22 hours per week including Saturdays. This is an amazing opportunity to join a great team and receive outstanding training and career development for someone who has good customer service skills. We have immediate interview availability, so please send your CV without delay for you best career move! Ideal for someone to work alongside their study rota! Customer Services Assistants / Sales Assistants / Retail Assistants Engaging with customers throughout the day, offering them a range of services and solutions to meet their needs. Building long term and useful relationships with our customer community, you are an integral part of the running of a store. Key responsibilities: Serving customers and discussing various products whilst determining the customer's needs Completing all transactional paperwork (paper and electronic) Testing and valuating jewellery and electronic products Building valuable and long term relationships with customers Skills required: Customer service/retail sales experience Good understanding of Maths Fluent English speaker The person: Must have excellent communication skills Friendly and engaging demeanour Reliable and trustworthy Proactive approach Personable and approachable What we offer: £8.60 per hour (regardless of age) - for all vacancies + bonus and benefits... Part time role - working 22 hours per week based in our Walthamstow store Company benefits including holiday pay, pension and season ticket loans Working as part of a friendly team

POSITION - Senior National Account Manager - Retail LOCATION - Birmingham PACKAGE - Up to £60,000 + £8,000 OTE + Car Allowance Opportunity - This fast growing and entrepreneurial company is opening its doors to a driven and energised individual to share in their ongoing success and development as a Senior NAM - Retail. The Role - As the Senior National Account Manager, you will be responsible for growing, managing and maintaining the Retail Channel (including Grocers- Tesco, Sainsbury's, On the Go- WHSmith, Petrol Groups, Catering Companies - Sodexo as a few examples). You will continue to grow the availability and popularity of the brand, with the aim to make it the leading soft drinks brand in the UK. With a foundation of listings and availability already in place, this individual will need a track record in securing new business to help grow it's presence. Experience & Candidate - *Senior individual with around 7 years' experience in the sector ideally from a small organisation *RTM and Retail experience (Inc. Tesco, Sainsbury's is desirable) *Full clean drivers' licence *Proven track record of successfully building new business * Knowledge of the soft drink buyers/teams is essential To Apply for this position please email: If you feel you are not suited to this role but know someone who is please contact us for details of our generous referral scheme. Caselton Clark are FMCG Specialists based in Central London. We usually work on the following: On Trade Jobs, Off Trade Jobs, FMCG Sales Jobs, FMCG Business Development Jobs, Trade Marketing Jobs, Consumer Marketing Jobs, Regional Accounts Jobs (RAM, KAM), National Accounts Jobs (SNAM, NAM & NAE), Category Manager Jobs and Senior Level Jobs. For our latest vacancies please visit .

Benefit Cosmetics UK- Counter Manager We're living proof that premium brands don't have to be serious. Let others do all the science and molecule stuff - we're here to transform customers into better versions of themselves, and have a ton of fun doing it. It means looking good and staying positive- every customer you approach will see you as the face of our brand. You're going to love doing all those makeovers with our best-selling products, and they'll love you for making them look amazing. Position Summary The counter manager has overall responsibility for the achievement of Benefit retail objectives in store. Through leading your team by setting the perfect example, you will maximise on all sales opportunities and ensure the team provide the best customer service and shopping experience possible Duties Include Management- Managing beauty advisors by motivating staff and delegating roles, ensuring sales targets are met, and high customer service standards are maintained Sales Goals- Achieving counter sales targets agreed with the area manager through, delegating to beauty advisors, making connections with customers, demonstrating products and booking makeup lessons Teamwork- Through daily team meetings, effective communication and recognition of positive work you will ensure the in store teams remain motivated and work to achieve individual and counter targets Promotions and Special Events- Building business with innovation by creating both in store and external events through linkups, interdepartmental events and counter events including new product releases and charity events Stock- Ensuring the counter remains stocked at all times, and reporting any concerns to the area manager immediately Communication- You will be responsible for communication between store/ department managers and area managers as well as maintaining high levels of open communication on the counter Administration- You will be responsible for ensuring daily, weekly, monthly and yearly administration is completed, and where necessary assisting with area manager administration Staff Rotas- You will ensure staff rotas are completed fairly and on a monthly basis Hygiene and Housekeeping- You will ensure the counter and displays are kept clean and hygienic at all times. Team members will be required to work weekends, late nights and bank holidays Benefit is filled with both laughter and hard work - making us a unique place to hang your hat. We offer beauty-full opportunities for growth and development and represent a wide variety of skills and backgrounds. If you're the type of person who puts the word 'no' before the word 'problem,' then we may have a fabulous opportunity for you.

Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Store Manager in the Southmoor area with a salary of £19,000 - £23,000 plus bonus. We are looking for a Store Manager that is passionate about delivering exceptional levels of customer service as well as maintain strong brand standards at all times. With stores across the UK our client is a giant in their industry and with exciting plans for growth and progression in 2018, this is an exciting time to be part of their business. As a Store manager, not only will you have the chance to make an impact on this high profile store in the business but also the opportunity to grow and progress your career. To be our Clients new Store Manager, you will be a hands on, commercial and results driven Store Manager who has a passion for coaching and developing your teams, combined with a passion for delivering world class customer service!! As a Store Manager, your responsibilities will include the following: Driving customer service standards in your store. Driving sales in store and ensuring site profitability. Training, coaching and developing your team. Maintain company and brand standards are maintained as well as adhering to H&S guidelines. Achieving store and company KPI's. Keeping up with current trends, including competitor analysis. Our Client's Store Manager role is the ideal next challenge for a customer service centric and driven Manager, to be succesful you must have experience as a Store Manager, Assistant Manager, Department Manager or Floor Manager looking to step up. BBBH11142

O2 & Telefónica O2 is the commercial brand of Telefónica UK Limited, a leading digital communications company owned by Telefónica S.A. With over 25 million customers across the UK, O2 is one of the world's most innovative companies putting our customers at the heart of everything we do. We are much more than just a network. We open up the endless possibilities of technology, connecting our customers to the things that they love and exploring new ways to open up the world for them. With over 450 stores across the UK, our retail team is at the forefront of offering our customers more. And you can be part of it. We are always on the lookout for great talent. Just like our customers, we offer our employees more. From a choice of benefits, rewards, training and ongoing career development there are many reasons to join O2. Your role Your role as an Full time/Part time Advisor is to be a high performing, self -motivated and engaged team member who is really clear on what great in-store performance and customer service looks like. As part of a leading brand we offer a differential customer experience. You will do this by getting to know our customers through having great conversations and understanding their needs and what they want so that you can sell the right product and service to them. Making every day better for our customers through personal experiences that count. Responsibilities The main responsibilities of the role are: Being passionate about o2s products, services and propositions and understanding what we offer as a business. Becoming an expert in all things o2 Working to and following our customer excellence framework to make sure you are delivering a great personalised customer service/experience in store Working to store targets - selling and discussing products, services and propositions that meet the customer needs in an enthusiastic and knowledgeable way Being aware of your own performance and the team performance and how it commits to o2's success Using in store systems and working to processes. Taking ownership of what you do and making sure the Store operates effectively and within compliance Taking ownership for your development with support from your Store Leader, Territory Trainers and our Academy and Learning Zone Supporting the Store Leadership team to open and close the Store Working with your team to take ownership of the store appearance. Taking pride in where you work Find out more about Benefits, Skills and Experience Needed for this role on O2 Careers Website Additional Information: Starting salary £17,558 - £19,753 pro rata plus performance bonus. Hours: 38 hrs

Stock Replenisher - Seaton - Christmas Cover We are working with a major UK retailer to help them find a stock replenisher for their store in Seaton . They are seeking for someone for a couple of weeks between now and Christmas As a stock replenisher it will be your responsibility to ensure that all stock is arranged neatly and professionally on the shop floor at all times. Other aspects of your role will include. Customer service Stock checking Customer Enquiries Stock Rotation The shift hours are 1800 - 2200 and there will normally be four shifts a week. This role will suit someone looking to fit work around existing commitments or an individual looking to earn some extra money before Christmas. If you are interested in this position please contact Dave Smith on or apply online

Do you have experience of leading a supply chain team? Can you make things happen with agility and pace? Are you looking for a new challenge in the FMCG industry? If so we would like to hear from you. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Provide leadership and oversight to all facets of the plant scheduling & logistics team, including materials planning, production scheduling, inventory management, product life cycle change management, disposals, risk and SLOB management and master data governance. Take the five-week plans from the plant planner and translate them into an efficient time-phased factory schedule. Identify and implement improvements to working practices to improve efficiency, performance and reliability in the supply chain, including: vendor management, seasonality and promotions planning and supplier inventory planning. Carry out quarterly review of run-rates with operations management and plant financial controller, keeping the SAP system data current. Manage the TECO and cycle count programmes to maintain process order and inventory accuracy in line with SOX controls. Responsible for all systems monitoring and enhancements (SAP & legacy tools) and system training of core power users. Main lead into McCormick IT for technical enhancements/changes. Report relevant KPIs for the plant supply chain management. Oversee development and coaching of departmental team members. Develop individual goals for direct reports and ensure alignment to functional OGSM's. Follow up and monitor progress of individual goals and adjust as necessary to changes in business priorities and objectives, Build bench-strength in materials management, scheduling, SAP and APO. Represent Supply Chain planning on local, regional and global projects with regard to Commercialisation, CCI and engineering changes. CANDIDATE PROFILE Degree qualified, or equivalent. A relevant post graduate qualification in Supply Chain is desirable, but not essential. Solid Operations, Supply Chain background with proven track record of target focused delivery in fast-paced Operational environment Experience in fast-paced FMCG work environment Proven leadership skills. Working knowledge of cycle-count process SAP& APO working experience Experience of production and materials planning and management. Track record of achieving results Ability to deal with complexity and change Customer-focused Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong user of IT Experience of inventory analysis and management, including managing and leading improvements in inventory turnover/stock accuracy and JIT/Kanban processes.

What you'll do The best store managers take real pride in running outstanding stores, thinking of them as their own. Determined to turn every customer's visit into a great experience, you'll lead your team in upholding the highest standards, as you drive sales and manage costs in line with strict KPIs. This approach will help you meet the challenges you'll face, including making sure there is cover for unsociable hours (in 24/7 units). There are security considerations and landlord relationships to nurture, plus regular communications with suppliers too. There's also the employee lifecycle to think about, from recruitment and training onwards. You'll take charge of your team's development, ensuring they're ready to give great service. If you thrive on responsibility, you'll love life at WHSmith. What's in it for you You've got tried and tested retail skills. Here, you can use them to the full. As effectively manager of your own business, it'll be down to you make sales soar. We have an inclusive culture and welcome innovative thinking - it could open the door to future progression. We'll trust you to get things done using your initiative and bringing in new ideas. We also offer plenty of support and development opportunities which help managers learn and progress. Want more? You can expect some fab rewards, including 25 days holiday, generous staff discount, annual performance related bonus, pension and much more! Who we're looking for Experienced and entrepreneurial, you're a skilled retail manager - in your element when inspiring a team. You will have excellent people, communication and inter personal skills to drive and inspire the team to deliver the highest possible standards. You lead by example, rolling your sleeves up and helping out on the shop floor. With this approach, you'll win the respect of staff at every level, getting the best from each individual and encouraging them to develop. Commercially sharp, you know that putting customers first is key to meeting targets and budgets, and you'll take full responsibility for P&L. It would be great if you have experience working with station operators but this is not essential. If you're drive is as high as the standards you'll set, you'll go far at WHSmith! About us You may know we operate on the high street, in rail and bus stations, airports, hospitals, universities and workplaces. But did you know we've been around since 1792 and have over 14,000 employees across the globe and have consistently outperformed other major retailers over the past ten years? We continue to grow by putting our customers first and have a strong culture of innovation and entrepreneurialism. At WHSmith we love progressing our people, so there are No Limits to where your career can go!

Automation Maintenance Engineer Permanent Telford Monday to Friday work with flexible start and finish times available 40-45k Additional Package Information: Annual Bonus Paid Overtime Very generous Pension Very Generous annual Leave structure Subsidised Medical/ dental Subsidised Canteen & Free onsite parking An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Automation Maintenance Engineer to join a one of the most recognisable brand names in the world. Due to huge on site investment, multiple projects and huge increase in orders my client is seeking a skilled and experienced Electrical Engineering professional to complete their already very successful and highly organised planned maintenance support teams. As the Automation Engineer you will provide engineering support for the factory and the operations department to ensure the efficient running of production machinery (FMCG) and that the site continue to function as required. Reacting quickly and efficiently to repairs whilst minimising down time is a clear objective. This be supported by PPM and an ability to logically fault find and repair. You will also be heavily involved in all capex and improvement projects. Key Responsibilities: Responsible for engineering activities in an FMCG process. Program and Electrical Maintenance on all production equipment. Installation, maintenance and improving Engineering systems. Defining, specifying and delivering improvement projects on time and in full. Developing a CMMS by optimising planned preventative maintenance and condition based monitoring systems. Responsible for effective RCA and implementing robust countermeasures for engineering, maintenance and production losses. Supporting the creation and development of departmental systems to World Class Manufacturing standards. Support and create initiatives to apply a TPM/WCM strategy. Involvement in continuous improvement projects in both engineering and production. Ensure that PPM schedules are completed to ensure system and machine performance are optimised. Modify and improve existing software on a variety of PLC, HMI and portal systems In order to be effective in this position you will need to remonstrate the following skills & experience: Time served electrical Engineer who ideally has completed some further education. You will have a strong Electrical Engineering background and be familiar with planned maintenance You will has extensive experience in modifying software programmes on a variety of PLC's, HMI'S, Drives and IT systems. If this opportunity sounds like it might be for you or if you have any general queries then please contact Danny on . Alternatively you can email using .