Our client is requiring a Project Buyer specifically from the construction, or manufacturing sectors.

The job comes with a a bonus of up to 10% of basic and free lunches. The perks are superb.

As a Project Buyer the absolute requirements that cannot be deviated from are:-

" 3-5 yrs experience working as a Buyer preferably within construction or manufacturing.

" Good knowledge of purchasing, negotiation, commercial and cost breakdown..

" Good communication, negotiation, interpersonal and influencing skills.

" ·Full driving license and car owner.

" Must have International Buying Experience.

Hours 7.30am – 16.30 Mon – Fri - hybrid working 3 days office, 2 days WFH

24 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays Job Specific

Collaborate with the Procurement Manager and Buyers to share the purchasing requisitions.

Source goods and services domestically and internationally to meet project needs and budgets.

Gain approval from the Procurement Manager for orders over £10,000 ·

Negotiate contracts, improve prices and terms of business with suppliers, and review opportunities to make business savings utilising negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods ·

Build, maintain and manage supplier relationships and keep up good communications ·

Identify and research new suppliers and product streams to support the company’s innovation mission. ·

Enhance the purchasing function to align with future business strategy and the Value Creation Plan. ·

Support other departments and communicate any supply chain challenges which may impact business operations. Commercial & Finance ·

Utilize Sage 200 to process purchase orders and accurately record any agreed pricing adjustments or changes. ·

Contact suppliers to resolve price, quality, delivery or invoice issues and record relevant data in Sage 200. ·

Provide support to the Accounts team to facilitate the approval of invoices and ensure timely payments to suppliers. Reporting & Analysis ·

Analyse all costs, both new and existing, and evaluate cost reduction efforts.

Keep Contracts Managers updated to avoid unnecessary follow-ups.

Take initiative to assist CMs and respond to queries quickly. ·

Complete Purchasing reports as requested and update internal pricing databases.

Risk Mitigation · Assess and evaluate suppliers and contribute to performance reviews to ensure compliance. ·

Monitor and advise on any issues which present risk or opportunity to the organisation.

Policy Compliance · Ensure compliance to company policies, guidelines, purchasing policies and procedures including planning your time, responding to emails and phone calls promptly, submitting timesheets, attending staff meetings and team meetings.

Key Performance Indicators · Open requisitions kept under agreed levels. · Invoice disputes kept under agreed levels. · Negotiated savings over the agreed levels. · Orders are delivered on time, in full, to the specifications and updated in the central database. · Computer literate, with Excel and Sage skills. · Full driving license. · Studying towards CIPS or similar qualification would be beneficial.

PLS NOTE YOU MUST LIVE NEAR READING, BERKSHIRE AS IT IS 3 DAYS OFFICE NOT FULLY REMOTE.

Salary Band £40-45k inclusive of company car scheme Hybrid/Reading Office/On site

Hours 7.30am – 16.30 Mon – Fri

24 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Key Accountabilities

Working within the QESH function, with day-to-day supervision from the Quality Engineer Team Lead and supporting the rest of the team, to assist with minimizing quality issues across the product range and drive continuous improvement throughout Supply Chain and the business.

Job Specific

§ Assist and support the Quality Manager with the effective day to day management of supply chain and product quality.

§ Coordinate the logging and resolution of Non-Conformance Reports, to ensure robust corrective actions are established and implemented. § Assist with the Corrective Action Requests and Root Cause Analysis

§ Coordinate the communication of technical files and specifications

§ Coordinate the recording of site-based reworks and product to be ordered

§ Promote QESH principles and a Customer Focus throughout the company

§ Follow through quality actions to ensure closure.

§ Assist rework activities on site if snags become apparent to delivered products. Audits & Reporting

§ Carry out internal and supplier audits across the business and the supply chain

§ Completion of reports for supplier visits Quality

§ Verify Supply Chain product quality

Key Performance Indicators

1. All audits completed no more than week after due date and closed out within the agreed time

2. Completion of tasks, on time and in full, as assigned on the task planner

3. Effective resolution of non-conformance reports on time and in full

Experience

§ Previous experience of working in a similar role in a Quality capacity within a manufacturing, engineering, or ideally a construction environment

§ Working knowledge of ISO 9001, (with awareness of BSEN1090, ISO 14001, ISO § 45001)

§ Experience of working within an external supply chain led business would be an advantage

§ Experience of mechanical engineering and assembly techniques

§ Experience of health, safety and environmental legislation within a manufacturing environment would be an advantage

§ Construction experience would be an advantage

§ Experience of and happy with extensive travel Qualifications

§ Full UK Driving License, preferably clean

§ CSCS (SMSTS or SSSTS preferred)

§ Formal engineering qualification (graduate engineer preferred but not essential)

§ Internal auditor to ISO9001 (lead auditor would be an advantage)

§ A formal H&S qualification would be an advantage (IOSH / Nebosh)

§ Formal Risk Assessment training would be an advantage

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year Additional pay: Bonus scheme Benefits: Company car Company pension On-site parking

Work from home Schedule: Monday to Friday Application question(s):

Are you a driver with a car?

Do you live within a 20 mile radius to Reading, berks

Experience: of working within an external supply chain led business: 1 year (required) in a Quality role in construction/manufacturing: 2 years (required)

mechanical engineering and assembly techniques: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:  knowledge of ISO 9001, ( BSEN1090, ISO 14001, 45001) (required)

Willingness to travel: 50% (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Reading RG2 Reference ID: vc4216

UK Sales Manager - Construction/Manufacturing via Delaney Browne – Reading  -

PLS NOTE YOU MUST LIVE NEAR READING, BERKSHIRE AS IT IS 3 DAYS OFFICE NOT FULLY REMOTE. Competitive Salary

Reading, Berkshire

Permanent hours 7:30 to 4:30pm hybrid, 2 days WFH, 3 days office work.

Our client has the following post:-

Job Specific

This is a very responsible role, capable of growing UK IRE sales from £60-70m.

" Proven sales track records of 5 plus years in a Sales Manager position

" Seven to ten years progressive responsibility with quantifiable results in similar roles.

" Five to seven years progressive responsibility managing sales teams and being in a leadership role.

" they must have personal experience of having sold their own large value project sales and understand the criteria set out e.g. multiple decision makers, uncovering pain points, value hypothesis, negotiation skills, presenting, working with C-suite.

They will need to be able to role model this to the sales team reporting up to them

" Construction experience - /facades/steel/aluminium etc. - required

" A key criteria to us is they are a great believer in disciplined use of CRM. We have identified this as key to accurate forecasting and ensuring a single source of truth.

" Coaching and leadership skills to develop and personally develop a team

" Appearance is professional and they will represent the co. well

" Based within commutable distances of Reading and able to be at Reading ideally full time but min 2-3 days Job Specific

§Responsibility for achieving UK/IRE sales target of £70m+

§ Responsible for managing the day-to-day activities of the sales team to attain all business plan sales targets and objectives.

§ Managing the UK sales and estimating team and ensuring opportunities are maximised and the team are held accountable for disciplined sales actions and healthy GP.

§ Achieve or exceed sales targets within budget and resources allocated.

§ Develop sales strategy, tactics and targets for the sales team.

§ Develop and nurture key client relationships.

§ Identify and report on business opportunities and threats in target market.

§ Identify and mitigate risks to market and explore and exploit new opportunities.

§ Strive for continuous improvements to the sales process and add to company best practices.

§ Attending key sales meetings c-suite level pitches

§ Holding weekly sales meeting.

§ Ensuring accurate forecasting and reporting to the Sales Director

§ Training and developing the team

§ Ensuring clean sales handover to operations.

§ Set quarterly team goals and improve systems and processes

Key Performance Indicators

§ KPIs are all in line with a 2025 business plan and will be established mutually within individual teams depending on departmental needs and goals.

Skills, Knowledge

§ Good accurate record keeper.

§ Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

§ Outstanding communication and negotiation skills.

§ Good knowledge of and skills with MS Office; including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

§ Detailed knowledge of product ranges and brochure content.

§ Strong understanding of regulations

§ Strong understanding of market and competitors

§ Ability to meet project objectives within designated constraints.

§ Ability to read and understand technical drawings

§ A flair for analysis, troubleshooting and problem solving.

§ Excellent presentation, organisational and time-management skills.

§ Outstanding communication and negotiation skills.

§ Construction industry experience required

§ Proven sales track records of 5 plus years

§ Ability to demonstrate pipeline management with use of sales analysis tools, win maps and other proven UBT methods

§ Full UK Driving License

§ Seven to ten years progressive responsibility with quantifiable results in similar roles.

Five to seven years progressive responsibility managing sales team and being in a leadership role.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent competitive Additional pay: Bonus scheme

Benefits: On-site parking Schedule: Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

Are you able to work the hours 7.30am – 16.30 Mon – Fri

Do you live within a 15 mile radius to Reading, berks

Experience: managing sales team and being in a leadership role: 7 years (required) having sold their own large value project sales:5 years (required)

negotiation skills, presenting, working with C-suite:5 years (required)

UK Sales Manager position: 5 years (required) quantifiable results in similar roles.: 7 years (required) construction/manufacturing industry ideal: 2 years (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Reading  Reference ID: vc4915

PLS NOTE YOU MUST LIVE NEAR READING, BERKSHIRE AS IT IS 3 DAYS OFFICE NOT FULLY REMOTE.

Salary Band £40k - £45k  inclusive of company car scheme

Hybrid/Reading Office/On site Hours 7.30am – 16.30 Mon – Fri 24 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Job Specific

§ Assist and support the Quality Manager with the effective day to day management of supply chain and product quality.

§ Coordinate the logging and resolution of Non-Conformance Reports, to ensure robust corrective actions are established and implemented.

§ Assist with the Corrective Action Requests and Root Cause Analysis

§ Coordinate the communication of technical files and specifications

§ Coordinate the recording of site-based reworks and product to be ordered

§ Promote QESH principles and a Customer Focus throughout the company

§ Follow through quality actions to ensure closure.

§ Assist rework activities on site if snags become apparent to delivered products. Audits & Reporting

§ Carry out internal and supplier audits across the business and the supply chain

§ Completion of reports for supplier visits Quality

§ Verify Supply Chain product quality Qualifications

§ Full UK Driving License, preferably clean

§ CSCS (SMSTS or SSSTS preferred)

§ Formal engineering qualification (graduate engineer preferred but not essential)

§ Internal auditor to ISO9001 (lead auditor would be an advantage)

§ A formal H&S qualification would be an advantage (IOSH / Nebosh)

§ Formal Risk Assessment training would be an advantage

Skills 

Competent in all aspects of office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

§ Organized, thorough and have a keen eye for detail

§ Good communicator both written and orally

§ Skilled at carrying out investigations, root cause analysis and auditing.

§ Competent in reading and understanding technical, engineering drawings

§ Practical, hands-on approach to problem solving

§ Confident of working within a Goal focus and KPI lead team

Job description

Our client is requiring a Sales Administrator to join their niche brand aligned with the construction/manufacturing industry.

The role is based in Reading, hybrid WFH two days a week, but candidates must live within 15 miles of Reading, Berks.

The job comes with a discretionary bonus of up to 10% of basic and free lunches. The perks are superb.

Key purpose:-

To play a fundamental role in the growth of this innovative organisation by supporting the Sales Manager in running the team and in working with customers. This role involves handling administrative tasks, coordinating sales activities, and ensuring smooth communication between customers, the sales team, and other departments.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, efficient, and capable of managing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

job specifics:-

§ Supporting the Sales Manager and Sales Team with day-to-day tasks and admin support

§ Present a professional courteous attitude while answering all inbound calls and addressing customer or sales team needs

§ Ensuring all documentation is accurate and up to date

§ Develop skills to meet or exceed agreed annual and quarterly sales goals, profit margins, and activity goals

§ Maintain and update the CRM system, run reports, and offer areas for improvement/streamlining

§ Assist with writing sales proposals and tender responses

§ Represent the company at public events, exhibits and conferences

§ Answer customer email inquiries promptly to resolve or escalate any complaint or issue while maintaining customer satisfaction

§ Diary management and logistical support for events

§ Follow up actions from client meetings, with prospects, clients and colleagues

§ Providing weekly and monthly reports to the Sales Manager against KPIs

§ Report on won and lost sales and any lessons learnt/recommendations

§ Provide a quarterly report to the Sales Manager on competitors in the market and their USP

§ Support the sales team with scheduling meetings, preparing presentations, and handling follow-ups

§ Assisting with pipeline management and follow ups

§ Providing quotations to customers

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience

§ Previous experiences in a sales administrator/Sales Support -based role preferably within the construction industry.

§ Excellent verbal and written communication skills

§ Good organisational skills § Customer Service Skills

§ Sales Skills

§ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and CRM software.

§ Some experience with selling over the phone, order taking, and quote follow up

Personal Attributes:-

§ Relationship builder and team player

§ Willing to go above and beyond

§ Excellent attention to detail Effective under pressure

Hours 7:30qam to 4:30pm Mon to Friday, Hybrid two days WFH and three days in the office.

Free parking.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £28,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Additional pay: Performance bonus Benefits: Company pension Discounted or free food Free parking On-site parking Private medical insurance Work from home

Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday No weekends Ability to commute/relocate: Reading: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

Are you happy to work the hours 7:30 to 4:30 and work a hybrid model week

Do you have some exp selling over the phone, order taking, and quote follow up

Experience: MS Office above intermediate: 2 years (required)

Sales Administration pref within Construction: 2 years (required)

Location: Reading (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: vc4193