Our client is a major global financial institution. They have 10,000 offices in 83 countries and territories where they employ over 312,000 staff. Their expenditure with external vendors is over $5bn per annum. The Purchasing Department within the UK has been established as a professional function, adding value to the business since the late 1980's and is part of the Group Purchasing function. There is now a vacancy, on the IT Purchasing section for enthusiastic individuals who wish to develop a career in the high profile Purchasing function of a major blue chip company.

• Must have experienced purchasing professionals of graduate calibre and with CIPS qualification (or studying towards this in final stages).
• Clear and effective oral and written communicator, with excellent presentation skills.
• Contract drafting knowledge particularly in the areas of software and services.
• Skilled and effective negotiator.
• Experience of purchasing software packages and services for large projects. Good market knowledge of commercial software vendors.
• Global outlook.
• Enthusiastic self starter able to manage demanding relationships and drive to achieving world class results.
• Team player.

If you are interested in the exciting new role please send me your latest CV in MS Word format, your current salary details and your availability.

Our client is a global company with offices and locations across all the major energy markets. They have all the qualities that customers expect from a large international company, with a local approach and attention to detail found in much smaller companies. They have a flat, flexible structure and a culture that encourages every employee to contribute their ideas.

You will have the following skills and experience:

The minimum requirement is an ONC (or equivalent) in Business Studies, Economics or Office Administration, although HNC Business Studies and/or Associate Member of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) would be preferable.

You will have extensive strategic sourcing experiencing, including implementation of Framework/Long Term Supplier Agreements; conducting supplier rationalisation exercises in the Power Generation and/or Process Industrial Sectors, related to global engineering projects.

• Specialist strategic sourcing knowledge.
• Strong project management skills.
• Demonstrable ability to work with disparate groups of people and successfully getting them to work effectively together.
• Effective analytical, PC and presentation skills.
• Developed negotiating skills.

If you are interested in the exciting new role please send me your latest CV in MS Word format, your current salary details, your availability and a cover letter of no more than 3 paragraphs targeted to this opportunity.

Our prestigious client started the personal computer revolution in the 1970s; since then Innovation, Supply Chain Management and the people who work here are key to their success.

With 20,000 employees in offices worldwide, they are currently leading the industry in innovation with its desktops and notebooks, but also spearheading the digital music revolution with its portable music players and online music store.

If you are a highly motivated Supply Chain professional with relevant experience in Supply Chain Planning, we are interested in talking to you.

• Has complete ownership for all aspects of supply and demand management in Europe, Middle East and Africa for an assigned Product Group.
• Planning entire Supply Chain from the Manufacturing sites in Asia and Europe to their Reseller and Retail partners, the Online store and their own Retail Stores.
• Works closely with Suppliers, Global Planning, Logistics and Sales to balance supply and demand.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent).
• Approximately three to five years of relevant supply chain experience.
• Excellent analytical skills and good figure memory.
• Experienced in working with SAP and Excel.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.

These roles are based in the Netherlands and are local hire roles NOT expatriate they are open to any qualified person but no relocation assistance is available. Please do not apply if you are not willing to relocate at your own expense to a commutable distance to Utrecht (Amsterdam is commutable).

Please send your CV in MS Word format and a short cover letter detailing your relevant skills and experience specific to this role.

Our prestigious client started the personal computer revolution in the 1970s; since then Innovation, Supply Chain Management and the people who work here are key to their success.

With 20,000 employees in offices worldwide, they are currently leading the industry in innovation with its desktops and notebooks, but also spearheading the digital music revolution with its portable music players and online music store.

If you are a highly motivated Supply Chain professional with relevant experience in Retail Planning, we are interested in talking to you.

• Planning and fulfillment of products to meet demand at the Retail Stores.
• Proactively manage and maintain replenishment to stores using reporting tools and measurements.
• Participate in New Store set up and European expansion.
• Work cross-functionally with other teams to achieve shared objectives.
• Support inventory control process within the Retail stores.
• Interact with and support the stores for issue resolution.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent).
• Approximately three to five years of relevant supply chain experience.
• Excellent analytical skills and good figure memory.
• Experienced in working with SAP and Excel.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.

These roles are based in the Netherlands and are local hire roles NOT expatriate they are open to any qualified person but no relocation assistance is available. Please do not apply if you are not willing to relocate at your own expense to a commutable distance to Utrecht (Amsterdam is commutable).

Please send your CV in MS Word format and a short cover letter detailing your relevant skills and experience specific to this role.

Our prestigious client, in the UK, is a leading specialist mechanical and electrical engineering and facilities services company, with more than 100 years of experience. They provide a total life cycle of care for a facility, including the design, build and installation of mechanical and electrical systems, then the ongoing maintenance of these services and the provision of integrated facilities management.

• Experience of dealing with services/subcontractors essential.
• Ability to follow Procurement Processes.
• Negotiation skills.
• Good IT skills including Word and Excel.
• Able to communicate effectively at all levels.
• CIPS membership (or studying).
• Ability to manage internal customer relationships.

If you are interested in the exciting new role please send me your latest CV in MS Word format, your current salary details, your availability.

Our client is a major global financial institution. They have 10,000 offices in 83 countries and territories where they employ over 312,000 staff. Their expenditure with external vendors is over $5bn per annum. The Purchasing Department within the UK has been established as a professional function, adding value to the business since the late 1980's and is part of the Group Purchasing function. There is now a vacancy, on the IT Purchasing section for enthusiastic individuals who wish to develop a career in the high profile Purchasing function of a major blue chip company.

• Applicants will be experienced purchasing professionals of graduate calibre and with CIPS qualification (or studying towards this in final stages).
• Astute with mature and demonstrated commercial outlook to ensure commercial benefit and financial savings targets achieved.
• Clear and effective oral and written communicator, with good presentation skills.
• Contract drafting knowledge ideally in the areas of software and services to ensure contractual protection /risk minimisation.

If you are interested in the exciting new role please send me your latest CV in MS Word format, your current salary details and your availability.

Our client is a market-leading procurement consultancy providing expertise across all areas of procurement. The company regularly wins major projects in FTSE-100 companies in preference to the major consultancies, based on a fresh and innovative approach backed up by superb talent. It has an unrivalled combination of capabilities, particularly in the complex, service-based categories, and is being increasingly recognised as leader in its industry and the leading provider of procurement solutions throughout Europe.

• Marketing category experience (ideally with a procurement consultancy or dynamic blue-chip).
• Ideally understands above the line, below the line and digital.
• Proven ability to quickly build rapport and trust with marketing stakeholders.
• Experience of finding and implementing savings rather than just managing existing arrangements.
• Good academics.

If you are interested in the exciting new role please send me your latest CV in MS Word format, your current salary details and your availability.

Our client is a market-leading procurement consultancy providing expertise across all areas of procurement. The company regularly wins major projects in FTSE-100 companies in preference to the major consultancies, based on a fresh and innovative approach backed up by superb talent. It has an unrivalled combination of capabilities, particularly in the complex, service-based categories, and is being increasingly recognised as leader in its industry and the leading provider of procurement solutions throughout Europe.

Successful candidates will possess outstanding team-working ability and high motivation. They will be excellent and persuasive communicators with the ability to deal with senior clients on the telephone and by email. Above all they will be diligent, enthusiastic and will possess a good eye for detail.

We require a good academic background, including a degree from a top UK or international University.

The job may require some travel within the UK.

If you are interested in the exciting new role please send me your latest CV in MS Word format, your current salary details and your availability.

Our client is a global company with offices and locations across all the major energy markets. They have all the qualities that customers expect from a large international company, with a local approach and attention to detail found in much smaller companies. They have a flat, flexible structure and a culture that encourages every employee to contribute their ideas.

• HNC Business Studies or HNC Mechanical Engineering.
• Experienced in Expediting as part of a Procurement Function for an EPC Contractor in the Mechanical & Process Industry Sectors.

• Implementation of expediting procedures.
• Review Purchase Orders as required for potential pitfalls in delivery.
• Development of expediting plans in conjunction with Expediting Supervisor.
• Working with the Expediting Supervisor and relevant Project Procurement Managers in developing and implementing expediting strategies for each Purchase Order, to ensure the required software and hardware deliveries are met for the Project.

If you are interested in the exciting new role please send me your latest CV in MS Word format, your current salary details and your availability.

An outstanding opportunity to assist in the delivery of our client's services as a key part of their highly motivated team, supporting projects to drive the development of both your career and the satisfaction of their clients.

Our client delivers outstanding results for its clients through the use of their suite of leading e-procurement tools and consulting services. Since 1999, they have developed specific expertise in the manufacturing sector where it has used leading edge approaches, such as e-sourcing, market purchasing and outsourced category management to drive supply chain cost reduction opportunities for its global customers. With offices in the UK, Germany and the USA, our client is the leading company in this field. They are now looking to strengthen their project team to deliver high quality results to their growing client base. This is a key role in a dynamic business and they are looking for you to provide support to assist in the development and growth of the company.

• Analysis of spend and other client data, presenting in a useful format for decision-making.
• Searching commercial data bases and internal data base for suppliers that are suitable for the contract being tendered.
• Telephoning potential suppliers around the world and establishing suitability, "selling" the benefits of taking part in an on-line tender.
• Ensuring suppliers understand and are comfortable with all aspects of the e-auction process.

• A recent graduate (preferably in science or technical subject), with some relevant experience, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Bright and dynamic individual capable of fitting into a fast moving environment.
• Ability and experience of communicating with customers and suppliers.
• Good Excel skills and a working knowledge of MS Access would be an advantage.

If you are interested in the exciting new role please send me your latest CV in MS Word format, your current salary details and your availability.

An outstanding opportunity to lead the delivery of our client's services as a key part of their highly motivated team, taking charge of projects to drive the development of both your career and the satisfaction of their clients.

Our client delivers outstanding results for its clients through the use of their suite of leading e-procurement tools and consulting services. Since 1999, they have developed specific expertise in the manufacturing sector where it has used leading edge approaches, such as e-sourcing, market purchasing and outsourced category management to drive supply chain cost reduction opportunities for its global customers. With offices in the UK, Germany and the USA, our client is the leading company in this field. They are now looking to strengthen their project management team to deliver high quality results to their growing client base. This is a key role in a dynamic business and they are looking for you to provide leadership in the development and growth of the company.

• A strong academic background (degree qualified in engineering or another technical subject).
• Ability to demonstrate the skills required to carry out the role in an autonomous environment.
• Experience of working in a manufacturing environment, in either an operational or consulting role.
• Thrive on achieving goals and managing to agreed timescales.
• A background in one or a mix of: Supply Chain; Driving Improvement in a manufacturing environment; Procurement.

This role will involve travel to clients around the UK, mainland Europe and the USA.

If you are interested in the exciting new role please send me your latest CV in MS Word format, your current salary details and your availability.

Our client was formed in 1986 and has a long standing promotional heritage in the UK. In 1998 they were acquired by a larger Group which made them the largest independent marketing agency in the UK.

They have been one of the UK's leading and most awarded marketing services agencies for 20 years. They are a Brand Activation agency, specialising in promotional marketing, retail activation and experiential marketing for McDonald's, Vodafone, Glaxo Smithkline, Mars, Shell, Cereal Partners, Warner Bros, and Kraft.

London office is based in the West End where they have around 150 staff providing a wide range of marketing services.

The primary objective of the role is the management of project activity throughout the Global Product Solutions (GPS) group ensuring commercial controls are in place and there is end-to-end visibility, understanding and collaboration in pursuit of end result delivery. To facilitate, manage and communicate the delivery and point in process of all GPS activity with the goal of ensuring on time and on cost delivery of projects.

Essential experience and skills required for position:

• 1-2 years of Project Management / Commercial Planning experience ideally in a product development environment.
• Disciplined project and time manager with a high level of personal planning.
• Graduate Calibre.
• Strong analytical skills and close attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to gain confidence of all levels both internal and external.
• Confident and questioning nature combined with the ability to listen.
• Ability to think laterally and proactively.
• Strong business acumen.

Please send your CV in MS Word format to apply.

Our client was formed in 1986 and has a long standing promotional heritage in the UK. In 1998 they were acquired by a larger Group which made them the largest independent marketing agency in the UK.

They have been one of the UK's leading and most awarded marketing services agencies for 20 years. They are a Brand Activation agency, specialising in promotional marketing, retail activation and experiential marketing for McDonald's, Vodafone, Glaxo Smithkline, Mars, Shell, Cereal Partners, Warner Bros, and Kraft.

London office is based in the West End where they have around 150 staff providing a wide range of marketing services.

The Role

The Logistics Planner is responsible for the safe delivery of promotional premiums for blue chip clients around the world. They deliver approximately 200-500 million units per annum to over 70 countries for European managed clients.

The Logistics Planner will effectively utilise our client's global supply network to affect the most efficient delivery of projects.

This role forms part of the Supply Chain function within the Operations group. The Operations Group is responsible for the successful planning and delivery of all projects. This includes project management, procurement, and safety and quality assurance as well as logistics and supply chain solutions.

The Logistics Planner will be involved in the budgeting, quoting, transport planning, vendor management and customs compliance to ensure promotional premiums arrive on time every time. The Planner will liaise with product vendors, transport providers, internal client teams and external customers to meet the needs of specific promotions.

Please send your CV in MS Word format to apply.

Our prestigious client is a multi-specialist energy services company operating in the thermal power, nuclear, petrochemical, oil & gas and pharmaceutical industries. They are also a leading international steam generation OEM and supplier of the cleanest, most efficient coal powered technology in the world. They provide innovative technology that supports and enhances the service life of energy assets across the globe.

There is now an exciting opportunity to join them and shape the future of their procurement function in the new position of Category Manager Heavy engineering/Material handling.

You will have experience working in a Procurement Function in the Power Generation and/or Process Industrial Sectors related to global engineering contracting projects. Experience in purchasing of Coal Feeders, Coal Mills/Pulverisers and Materials Handling Equipment on a tactical and strategic basis. Practical experience in ERP or MRP Systems.

Please send your CV in MS Word format or call Stephen for more details.
0845 362 0350.

Our client is a market-leading procurement consultancy providing expertise across all areas of procurement. The company regularly wins major projects in FTSE-100 companies in preference to the major consultancies, based on a fresh and innovative approach backed up by superb talent. It has an unrivalled combination of capabilities, particularly in the complex, service-based categories, and is being increasingly recognised as leader in its industry and the leading provider of procurement solutions throughout Europe.

Due to a significant growth in demand for their expertise, they are looking for a number of consultants to work with them at 'Consultant' level
We require a strong academic background, including a good degree from a top UK or international University, and 2 - 3 years' experience in a top-tier consulting or leading blue-chip firm. The ideal candidate will have significant strategic sourcing experience and a demonstrated ability to think and act strategically.

The job may require a certain amount of travel.

Please send your CV in MS Word format to apply

Our client is a market-leading procurement consultancy providing expertise across all areas of procurement. The company regularly wins major projects in FTSE-100 companies in preference to the major consultancies, based on a fresh and innovative approach backed up by superb talent. It has an unrivalled combination of capabilities, particularly in the complex, service-based categories, and is being increasingly recognised as leader in its industry and the leading provider of procurement solutions throughout Europe.

Due to a significant growth in demand for their expertise, they are looking for a number of consultants to work with them at 'Manager' level.
We require a strong academic background, including a good degree from a top UK or international University, and 3 - 6 years' experience in a top-tier consulting or leading blue-chip firm. The ideal candidate will have significant strategic sourcing experience and a demonstrated ability to think and act strategically.

The job may require a certain amount of travel.

Please send your CV in MS Word format to apply

Our client is a market-leading procurement consultancy providing expertise across all areas of procurement. The company regularly wins major projects in FTSE-100 companies in preference to the major consultancies, based on a fresh and innovative approach backed up by superb talent. It has an unrivalled combination of capabilities, particularly in the complex, service-based categories, and is being increasingly recognised as leader in its industry and the leading provider of procurement solutions throughout Europe.

Due to a significant growth in demand for their expertise, they are looking for a number of consultants to work with them at 'Senior Manager' level.
We require a strong academic background, including a good degree from a top UK or international University, and more than 6 years' experience in a top-tier consulting or leading blue-chip firm. The candidate will have significant strategic sourcing experience and a demonstrated ability to think and act strategically.

The job may require a certain amount of travel.

Please send your CV in MS Word format to apply