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Butler Rose is delighted to be supporting a globally recognised market leader in the recruitment of a Senior... Read more

Butler Rose is delighted to be supporting a globally recognised market leader in the recruitment of a Senior IT Procurement Manager as part of a major initiative to build a brand-new procurement function. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape the future of procurement within a forward-thinking organisation and to be one of the first hires in this new procurement structure.In this newly created role, you will lead IT procurement strategy, support senior stakeholders across the business, and ensure supplier partnerships deliver innovation, performance, and value. You'll be a key driver of transformation, playing a strategic role in maturing supplier governance and optimising commercial outcomes across IT categories including SaaS, cloud, software, and digital solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end strategic sourcing activities across IT spendDevelop category plans, identify savings and value opportunitiesOwn supplier relationship management and contract performanceDrive compliance with procurement governance, policy, and risk managementCollaborate with stakeholders to align procurement with business objectivesPerson SpecProven experience in strategic IT Procurement, including SaaS and cloud-based agreementsStrong commercial and contract negotiation skills (ideally with a background in S2P)Deep understanding of licensing models and supplier governance frameworksAdept at building strong relationships across senior leadership and suppliersConfident leading tenders, analysing spend, and delivering commercial value Our client can offer a comprehensive benefits package, including a generous pension contribution and holiday allowance, flexible hybrid working pattern - typically 2 days per week in the office contributing to an excellent work/life balance, and an opportunity to make a genuine impact in a high-profile leadership roleIf you're looking to take the next step in your procurement career, with the autonomy to build and influence from the ground up, then we would love to hear from you.Apply now or get in touch with Anthony Tait on 07884 733705 or email a . tait @ butlerrose . com for a confidential discussion. Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Read less

Production Manager (Afternoon Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM, Monday to Friday) Salary: Up to £53,981 per annum... Read more

Production Manager (Afternoon Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM, Monday to Friday) Salary: Up to £53,981 per annum (inclusive of shift premium) + monthly and yearly bonuses Butler Rose is working with a respected manufacturing business in Plymouth to recruit a dynamic and experienced leader to manage key production areas for the evening shift.The RoleAs the Production Department Manager, you'll take full accountability for overseeing multiple operational zones within the facility. This hands-on leadership role is critical in ensuring production targets are met with efficiency, safety, and exceptional quality. You'll be a key driver of operational excellence, continuous improvement, and team development.This position is based on-site and operates Monday to Friday during the evening shift (15:00 - 23:00).Key ResponsibilitiesTeam Leadership & DevelopmentLead and support Team Leaders to ensure seamless daily operations.Set a high standard of conduct through professional leadership.Promote a culture of growth through coaching, development plans, and performance reviews.Enforce company policies with a firm commitment to compliance and accountability.Cultivate a proactive approach to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.Operational OversightEnsure staffing, materials, and resources are ready to meet production schedules.Achieve and maintain production KPIs, efficiency targets, and output quality.Continuously monitor workflows and implement OEE, 6S, and TPM initiatives.Manage recovery plans to ensure minimal disruption when delays occur.Health, Safety & QualityUphold a safety-first approach across all operations.Maintain risk assessments and oversee safety audit processes.Address production issues with structured problem-solving and root cause analysis.Encourage waste reduction and sustainability practices.Communication & CollaborationMaintain clear, consistent communication across teams and departments.Collaborate with departments such as Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to optimise operations.Actively contribute to meetings that support wider business objectives.Workforce Planning & ComplianceOversee workforce planning, including onboarding, scheduling, and absence management.Monitor skill levels using internal matrix systems.Conduct return-to-work meetings and support HR processes when needed.Maintain accurate documentation in both physical and digital formats.What We're Looking ForBackground in a production or manufacturing leadership role.Strong understanding of safety regulations, quality standards, and lean practices.Confident with production systems and general IT tools.Strong analytical and decision-making skills with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.Knowledge of mechanical engineering or manufacturing systems is a plus.A management qualification (CMI Level 3 or working towards it) is desirable.PackageSalary up to £53,981 per annum (inclusive of shift premium)A company wide bonus based on attendance, productivity and quality33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus holiday purchasing schemeLife insurance 3 x your salaryPension contributions matched to 5%Health care Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Read less

Supply Chain Coordinator - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Location: Plymouth (Hybrid - 3 days WFH per week)... Read more

Supply Chain Coordinator - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Location: Plymouth (Hybrid - 3 days WFH per week) Salary: £30,000Butler Rose is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a respected and forward-thinking organisation based in Plymouth, seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Supply Chain Coordinator to join their dynamic team on a 12-month fixed term contract.This hybrid role (3 days working from home per week) offers a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, coordinating with suppliers and stakeholders, and contributing to the continuous improvement of supply chain operations.Key Responsibilities:Manage supply chain services for a varied client base by liaising with vendors to define requirements and overseeing the full sourcing and tendering process.Work collaboratively with the wider Supply Chain team to secure competitive pricing and terms, ensuring client value while supporting supplier capabilities.Act as the main point of contact for clients-handling queries efficiently, representing the business professionally, and ensuring timely, accurate communication with all stakeholders.Proactively share insights and supply chain innovations with clients, adding strategic value through thoughtful recommendations.Address any delivery concerns with urgency and empathy, always seeking out opportunities to improve service and efficiency.Lead and support a range of supply chain initiatives, including running tenders, managing supplier on boarding during project roll outs, and conducting pricing analyses to support business growth.Monitor and maintain service level agreements with suppliers to ensure consistent performance.Represent the business confidently in supplier and client meetings, collaborating closely with the Client Services team and acting as a trusted partner.Support team development by on boarding new starters, forecasting workload shifts, managing escalations, and keeping training materials and client documentation up to date.About You:Previous experience in a supply chain, procurement, or operations coordination role.Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.Confident communicator with the ability to build and maintain strong supplier and client relationships.Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel; experience with procurement or supply chain systems is an advantage.A proactive problem solver who thrives in a collaborative and fast-moving environment.What's On Offer:Salary of £30,000 per annum12-month fixed term contract25 Days annual leave + bank holidays Hybrid working - 3 days from home per week once settled Superb further benefits package including extra leave and perks Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Read less

Procurement Lead - Public Sector | Exeter (Hybrid, 2 Days in Office)Butler Rose is delighted to be recruiting... Read more

Procurement Lead - Public Sector | Exeter (Hybrid, 2 Days in Office)Butler Rose is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established public sector organisation in the Exeter area, who are seeking an experienced Procurement Lead to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in shaping procurement strategies and driving best practices across the organisation.Key ResponsibilitiesManage and oversee category spend in collaboration with key stakeholders to ensure value for money.Stay updated on procurement legislation, implementing changes and advising senior stakeholders accordingly.Lead collaborative initiatives with other authorities, including framework agreements and joint procurement projects.Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, ensuring compliance and best practice adoption.Develop and deliver procurement training across the organisation to enhance knowledge and efficiency.Maintain and update internal procurement and contract management guidance.Provide expert advice on complex procurement and contract management issues, including supplier negotiations.Lead supplier negotiations, including contract drafting as part of the negotiation process.Ensure all procurement activities comply with regulations, the Procurement Act 2023, and other relevant legislation.Manage procurement conflicts effectively through appropriate interventions.Develop business cases for major procurement projects, analysing and recommending optimal routes to market.Support various departments with procurement expertise, ensuring alignment with legal requirements and best practices.Prepare tender documentation, evaluate responses, and ensure adherence to policies and best value principles.Build strong working relationships across the organisation, fostering collaboration with Audit, HR, Legal, and Finance teams.Continuously enhance procurement skills within the organisation, providing expert consultancy and strategic insight.About YouThe ideal candidate will have:Strong experience in procurement, with public sector experience.Up-to-date knowledge of procurement legislation and best practices.Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to lead on complex procurement projects.Be able to work in Exeter 2 days per weekProven experience in supplier negotiations, contract management, and compliance with procurement regulations.The ability to develop and deliver training to enhance procurement knowledge across the organisation.A proactive and strategic approach to driving procurement improvements and efficiencies.What's on Offer?Salary up to £43,700Hybrid and flexible working (2 days per week in Exeter)Enhanced leave and Pension entitlementThe opportunity to shape procurement strategy in a leading public sector organisation If you have the expertise and ambition to take on this role, we would love to hear from you. Apply today! Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Read less

International Demand Planner | Global Medical Manufacturer & Supply£60K to £70KHybrid or Fully Remote | Open to candidates... Read more

International Demand Planner | Global Medical Manufacturer & Supply£60K to £70KHybrid or Fully Remote | Open to candidates based anywhere in the UKExcellent benefits Butler Rose is excited to be collaborating with yet another great employer boasting a wonderful value proposition. Through the manufacture and international supply of orthopaedic medical devices, they directly improve lives of their end users across the world. Due to consistent growth in global demand, and business diversification, the role of International Demand Planner is here! Reporting the U.S, you'll manage end-to-end demand monthly demand planning across APAC, LATAM, and of course the States. This is in-part why the role can be offered on a fully remote basis as you'll need an agile working pattern to meet international timelines / differences. Spearheading global collaboration across multiple functions and external partners, you'll use KPI metrics, statistical models, and market analysis, evaluating forecasts and assessing how proposed demand events may impact sales volume. Core responsibilities will include:Builds a multi-tiered Demand Planning process with minimal product families, working cross-functionally within Business Unit (BU) and Sales Geography structures.Develop and maintains a rolling 24-month demand forecast using statistical analysis and cross-functional inputs.Achieves consensus demand plans between sales, marketing, finance, and supply through monthly reviews.Collaborates with key stakeholders to streamline input processes, ensuring efficiency with minimal training required.Coaches and mentors BU Leaders, Sales, Marketing (Product Management), and Distributors in Demand Planning and Demand Control/Execution to drive accountability, accuracy, and stability. To truly realise success in this role your character assets, qualification, and systems knowledge should include:Bachelor's degree in business, Supply & Logistics, or related field, or 8 years of combined Demand and Supply Planning experience.Experience in regulated industry manufacturing, preferably medical devices, to proactively address potential issues.Experience working with international distributors.Proficiency with ERP data. Knowledge of (SAP(IBP), Kinaxis, Logility, O9 or similar demand planning software), being of benefit.Ability to work independently, manage complex projects, and collaborate on business intelligence (Power BI, Tableau, QlikView, SAP Analytics Cloud preferred) and data solutions. In addition to their exceptional value proposition as a business, and the meaning they bring to lives, you gain access to a host of benefits including generous annual leave, private healthcare, pension, and consistent company bonus. To be considered for the role you must be eligible to work in the UK without restriction. This role is being advertised by Butler Rose (AGY) and managed by Dave Marchant [email protected] Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Read less

International Demand Planner | Global Medical Manufacturer & Supply£60K to £70KHybrid or Fully RemoteExcellent benefits Butler Rose is... Read more

International Demand Planner | Global Medical Manufacturer & Supply£60K to £70KHybrid or Fully RemoteExcellent benefits Butler Rose is excited to be collaborating with yet another great employer boasting a wonderful value proposition. Through the manufacture and international supply of orthopaedic medical devices, they directly improve lives of their end users across the world. Due to consistent growth in global demand, and business diversification, the role of International Demand Planner is here! Reporting the U.S, you'll manage end-to-end demand monthly demand planning across APAC, LATAM, and of course the States. This is in-part why the role can be offered on a fully remote basis as you'll need an agile working pattern to meet international timelines / differences. Spearheading global collaboration across multiple functions and external partners, you'll use KPI metrics, statistical models, and market analysis, evaluating forecasts and assessing how proposed demand events may impact sales volume. Core responsibilities will include:Builds a multi-tiered Demand Planning process with minimal product families, working cross-functionally within Business Unit (BU) and Sales Geography structures.Develop and maintains a rolling 24-month demand forecast using statistical analysis and cross-functional inputs.Achieves consensus demand plans between sales, marketing, finance, and supply through monthly reviews.Collaborates with key stakeholders to streamline input processes, ensuring efficiency with minimal training required.Coaches and mentors BU Leaders, Sales, Marketing (Product Management), and Distributors in Demand Planning and Demand Control/Execution to drive accountability, accuracy, and stability. To truly realise success in this role your character assets, qualification, and systems knowledge should include:Bachelor's degree in business, Supply & Logistics, or related field, or 8 years of combined Demand and Supply Planning experience.Experience in regulated industry manufacturing, preferably medical devices, to proactively address potential issues.Experience working with international distributors.Proficiency with ERP data. Knowledge of (SAP(IBP), Kinaxis, Logility, O9 or similar demand planning software), being of benefit.Ability to work independently, manage complex projects, and collaborate on business intelligence (Power BI, Tableau, QlikView, SAP Analytics Cloud preferred) and data solutions. In addition to their exceptional value proposition as a business, and the meaning they bring to lives, you gain access to a host of benefits including generous annual leave, private healthcare, pension, and consistent company bonus. To be considered for the role you must be eligible to work in the UK without restriction. This role is being advertised by Butler Rose (AGY) and managed by Dave Marchant [email protected] Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Read less

Butler Rose are delighted to have been exclusively appointed to support our client a professional services organisation who... Read more

Butler Rose are delighted to have been exclusively appointed to support our client a professional services organisation who have a current requirement for a Senior Procurement Manager on a permanent basis.The role's aim will be to implement an overall procurement strategy and to deliver maximum efficiency and productivity for the organisation, in addition to bringing a wealth of technical procurement experience that will allow you to operate as a subject matter expert to the business for all things relating to the agreement and management of supplier and client contracts.The role is hybrid with the requirement to be on site at the companies head office in the City of London, twice per week. The role would suit a procurement professional with experience in services/indirect spend.Duties include:Support the development, implementation, and management of the Procurement strategy, ensuring customer satisfaction, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including market analysis, strategic supplier sourcing, tendering, pricing, contract negotiation and supplier on boarding.Implement and manage a supplier tiering structure based on performance.Lead proactive supplier management, including regular performance reviews, supply chain consolidation, and demonstrating value to stakeholders.Act as a key business partner for resolving performance or commercial issues, owning escalations to achieve timely resolution.Drive continuous improvement by simplifying and automating processes to enhance efficiency.Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers ranging from specialists to multinationals.Maintain a firm but fair approach in supplier dealings, handling challenges professionally.Incorporate environmental and ethical considerations into supply chain decisions to support sustainability goals.To be chosen for the role:CIPS qualified or qualifying desired but not essentialExperience of Services/Indirect Procurement (as opposed to commodity) is required.Demonstration of the understanding of Procurement and Supply Chain processes, contract interpretation / drafting, supplier performance management, and using data analytical techniques to draw meaningful conclusions.Experience of using technology platforms to secure best value and/or leading reverse auctionsKnowledge of public sector procurement is desirable but not essential.Confident in developing and managing senior stakeholder and supplier relationships.Proven ability to be agile and adaptive to any scenario, relying on your experience to recommend the right course of action even in pressurised situations.PackageSalary up to £70,000 + £10,000 bonus25 days leave + 8 bank holidayHybrid role Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Read less

Butler Rose are assisting an Exeter based Public Sector organisation who have a current opportunity for a Senior... Read more

Butler Rose are assisting an Exeter based Public Sector organisation who have a current opportunity for a Senior Procurement Officer on a 12 month contract. This is an excellent role in an organisation that Butler Rose has a long track record of supporting.The roleMy client is seeking a skilled Procurement professional who will demonstrate experience in sustainable procurement, preferably including public sector experience. This is an exciting opportunity to influence and deliver sustainable procurement solutions for a range of categories of spend.Duties include (but are not limited to):Sourcing solutions minimising the environmental impact whilst realising value for money.Support the procurement team to achieve its savings target.Sourcing solutions that deliver social value benefits.Developing procurement strategies within Procurement Regulations that promote and realise new sustainability ideas and solutions.Rolling out sustainability KPIs for procurement that demonstrate added value and promote better sustainable decisions in operational purchasing and practices.Collaborative working to develop mechanisms and scorecards to track supplier performance related to sustainability and promote continuous improvement.Lead sustainability reviews to discuss best practices and issues and to ultimately improve supplier performance and strengthen business partnerships.Support the Category Manager to act as key contact for sustainability initiatives and influence key stakeholdersCommunicate and present to senior stakeholders on procurement strategy, planning and execution of end-to-end procurement projects for relevant spend categories.To be chosen for the roleYou must demonstrate experience of working to public sector procurement regulationsMCIPS or working toward the qualification (or equivalent)Working independently to procure high value goods or services.Demonstrable experience in managing competitive procurement.Package£41,000 - £43,00012 month contractExcellent benefits package including generous leave entitlement and enhanced pension Flexible remote working available with 1 day per week in the office minimumFor more info please [email protected] OR CALL 07384 237961 Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Read less