JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Manager, Business Process Improvement
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Department: Corporate Quality Assurance
Reports To: Senior Director, Corporate Quality Assurance
Direct Reports/Manages others: No
Hybrid Schedule: Our hybrid work environment includes two (2) remote days/week.
JOB PURPOSE:
The Manager, Business Process Improvement is a new role that is being created to help Rust-Oleum become a more process focused organization. This role will be responsible for helping the organization develop and improve our processes to help our business operate more effectively. You will be working with our process owners, subject matter experts and functional leaders across the organization in driving sustainable process improvements, using our Four D's of process - Define, Design, Document and Discipline.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide thought leadership to the organizations process strategies and approaches. Identify and lead opportunities to improve business processes across the company. Work with the process and functional owners to ensure process designs are thorough and robust and performing at expected levels. Ensure effective implementation of processes by creating and executing on change management plans. Facilitate Process Improvement Workshops - Guide teams through the creation or significant redesign of processes. Manage the process audit program including developing audit questionnaires, performing audits, reporting on results, and follow-up on corrective actions. Improve overall process skill-sets throughout the company by identifying gaps, creating training and development plans, and serving as a support resource to Business Process Owners and SME's - help build out Process Governance skills throughout the organization Assist in the creation of process road maps and providing support to the process owners to execute against these road-maps. Develop a best-in-class process management capability company wide
QUALIFICATIONS:
Proven leadership skills and experience in a high performing organizations. 5-15 years broad job experience in multiple functions to provide a well-rounded perspective on business functions. At least 3-5 years of experience in continuous improvement methodologies in a commercial and/or back-office setting (not just manufacturing) Bachelor's degree in a technical or analytical field, ie. Engineering, accounting, finance, etc. Six-Sigma Black Belt Certification preferred. Skilled at mapping and documentation of processes Strong project management/ PMO skills to ensure effective management of initiatives and effective follow-up Experienced in process auditing. Proven ability to apply process improvement & design techniques across wide variety of functions and processes and deliver successful outcomes. Ability to coach and develop these skills in others. The ability to lead without direct authority and drive for results in a cross-functional organization. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to thrive in a collaborative work environment. Desire to take on new roles and broader responsibilities over time.
From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave. We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment. Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service. Rust-Oleum offers 9 paid holidays and one floating holiday per year. You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis. Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
Role - Indirect Category Manager – hand tools and fixings Location - Ashby-de-la-Zouch (hybrid role with occasonal travel to Head Office) Contract opportunity – circa £400 per day DOE The Category manager will be responsible for the management of a range of key in-direct categories which are critical to the operational effectiveness of our clients business. This will be a challenging role in which you will have all of the necessary Procurement skills to manage assigned In-direct category expenditure to ensure that annual agreed targets are delivered in full (experience of the category management of hand tools and fixings is highly beneficial) Your ability to work closely with budget holders and key stakeholders to develop and deploy sourcing strategies within a transformational environment will form an integral part of this role. Your commercial focus and continuous improvement mind set will support the business to drive cost from the operations and engage with supply partners to introduce new technology, innovation and ideas to deliver significant value to the business Strong supplier management and demand management are required for this role in order to ensure continuity of supply to the various business operations. Key Accountabilities To lead the Procurement activities within your area of responsibility. This will typically include:- Forge strong working relationships with key suppliers and stakeholdersImplement a clear business plan and deliver against the targets agreedManage, coordinate and prioritise workload within your area of responsibilityCommunicate supply risks and mitigation proposals to Management and Stakeholders for considerationLead all contractual negotiations with suppliers to ensure that commercial propositions are secured upon the most favourable Terms & Conditions of businessManage the supplier selection process through to contract implementation.Ensure contractual agreements are met in full by measuring & monitoring performance in terms of quality, cost, delivery and service, including stakeholder feedback Offering strong contributions within the wider Procurement activities: Strong contribution towards the Annual Procurement Plan and achievement of annual performance targetsIdentify opportunities to contribute towards the cost reduction pipelineSharing of knowledge, skills and best practices within the wider Procurement teamSupport the implementation of effective Procurement Policies & ProceduresMonitor and report against agreed Key Performance Indicators and market trends Strategic Focus Develop and implement category strategies in conjunction with the appropriate stakeholdersForge strong working relationships with the global Procurement and procurement teams in other countries as an integral part of leveraging and standardisation Tactical Process Management Define, assess, qualify and evaluate SuppliersStrong stakeholder engagement when determining scope of works / service levelsManage RFX Process for assigned categoriesPrepare recommendations following commercial evaluation of Supplier’s business proposalsImplement Supplier development programs Knowledge, Experience & Skills CIPS Qualification (or) degree within business and finance, supported by the appropriate procurement experience.Procurement experience gained preferably from a string IN-direct procurement backgroundCAPEX and or Capital expenditure projectsExcellent teamwork ethic with a natural ability to develop strong relationshipsGood understanding of identifying risks within the supply chain processCapable of independently leading the negotiation process and building a negotiation chronologyStrong understanding of contract law and experienced within contract drafting and the negotiation of Terms and Conditions of business is essentialThorough understanding and application of leading Procurement Tools & TechniquesExperience within the Total Cost of Ownership cost modeling principle (TCO) and its application with SuppliersProven track record of cost analysis models for the procurement of goods and servicesExperienced in conducting Supplier evaluation and capability assessmentsExcellent working knowledge of Microsoft office - Word, Excel and PowerpointExceptional influencing and change management skillsStrong stakeholder engagement If you feel you have the relevant experience, we’d love to hear from you, apply today!....Read more...
ASSISTANT MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT
HUDDERSFIELD
UP TO £35,000 + GREAT BENEFITS + STUDY SUPPORT
THE COMPANY:
We’re proud to be partnering with a highly successful fast-growing business that is looking to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant to join their stable team.
As Assistant Management Accountant, you’ll be responsible for running the monthly management accounts for a small group of companies, balance sheet reconciliation, conduct variance analysis, budgets, quarterly VAT Returns.
This is a great opportunity for an individual to evolve with the business, complete their studies and evolve into a Management Accountant role, and beyond!
THE ASSISTANT MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT ROLE:
Reporting to the Financial Controller, producing the monthly management accounts.
Controlling & analysing business performance.
Prepare and post accounting journals, particularly at month end.
Month end close and P&L preparation.
Variance analysis including commentary against budget and prior year.
Balance sheet control, reconciliations and analysis.
Processing payment runs.
Monthly Payroll and adhoc HR duties.
Quarterly VAT returns.
Budget preparation.
Controlling the fixed asset register and posting depreciation.
Assist with year end audit and statutory accounts preparation.
THE PERSON:
Must have experience within an Assistant Management Accountant or Management Accountant role, where you’ve had responsibilities for the month end process.
Must have AAT Level 3 or above, and be in the process of starting or already at a Part Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA status.
Strong analytical skills.
Excellent working knowledge of Excel.
Knowledge of payroll is preferred.
TO APPLY:
Please send your CV for the Assistant Management Accountant position via the advert for immediate consideration.
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Insurance officer – Solihull£20.31 - £21.98 per hourHybrid working - 3 days in the officeContract – Full Time:Duties/Responsibilities:
Insurance Officer required for General Insurance Business.Officer is required to give professional insurance advise to departments, process/manage claims, liaise with Insurance Brokers and Insurance Companies.Key skills set required are: knowledge of insurance policies, Terms and conditions, claims process, claims settlement negotiations and local authority risk insurances. The post is a senior one within a small team and management style will be expected to support the various business interests, partnerships, and Members.Insurance Officer required for General Insurance Business. in the Local Authority space. Ability to read and understand insurance policy provisions, negotiate changes to insurance contacts, etc.
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Company Summary Climate17 is working on behalf of a client who are an established, expanding company that has a strong reputation for delivering solutions which help businesses reduce carbon, energy, and waste. Alongside its core net zero carbon, energy and waste consulting services, the company has a solid platform for growth based on commercial buildings analytics technology and associated services. Role Description: This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and driven engineer to join a highly successful, fun, and friendly team. You'll be working as a Sustainability Engineer to focus on engineering solutions, audits of sites, and helping to decarbonize buildings through a mixture of renewable energy and low-carbon technologies. This role will be key in bringing down rising energy costs making a difference in the survival and efficiency of a wide range of companies. Role: Reporting to the Operations Director, the role will require you to originate, manage and deliver technical energy and process efficiency projects in the manufacturing, food, beverage and chemical sectors. This role will focus on the delivery of the following products and services to these and the wider FMCG sector:
Factory supply chain waste minimisation – the bottom line cost of product losses is frequently a large proportion of overall manufacturing budgets and the subsequent potential cost savings can be too. We have a tried and tested methodology targeting the minimisation of these.Industry Metrics (InMetriks) – An online industry survey / index to assess energy saving technology maturity and opportunity across different sites and the business sectors.Energy and water minimisation – We have a complete offering of services, technology and supporting monitoring and reporting software.
Primary Responsibilities:
Manage projects and ensure delivery to client on time and within agreed budgetManage and work with other staff and collaborating companies/sub-consultants to ensure progress of projects and timely delivery of agreed outputsProvide technical support to a range of projects across the areas of focus set out belowSupport the business development team to identify new opportunities from ongoing workPrepare and support the preparation of proposals for new projectsGenerate new business through ongoing account management activityProvide progress reports, support and updates to relevant Project Managers, the Operations Director (project delivery) and Business Development Manager (project proposals)
There will be a close working relationship with the company directors and business associates. Areas of focus:
Engage Industrial & Commercial ClientsComplete Waste, energy & water reduction scoping auditsFormulate ongoing energy management support programmesEngineer practical solutions to industrial problems and opportunitiesPrepare proposals and contract for new businessSupport and Manage ongoing Energy & Water Reduction ProgrammesProvide onsite technical guidance across waste/energy/water consumptionFormulate energy reduction implementation plansImplement or improve a utility Monitoring & Targeting systemSpecify new or replacement sub metersSpecify and integrate data collection systemsImplement management and low level energy reportingCommunicate benefits and drive changeProject Manage and deliver technical surveys includingWaste mapping & process plant capabilityBoiler House, Steam & CHP systemsRefrigeration & Compressed Air systemsHeat Recovery Systems
Performance Expectations: The objectives for the post will be to achieve the following work profile:
Project work 75% of timeBusiness Development 15% of time Overhead 8% of timeTraining & Development 2% of timeValue of Projects Managed £120k per year
Qualifications & Experience Applicants will be qualified to degree level ideally in a technical discipline, such as Mechanical/Chemical/Electrical Engineering, be working towards chartership or already chartered, and have Lean Six Sigma experience (Green belt). You must have previous experience of working in the FMCG or food & drink manufacturing industry and have a proven record of delivering sustainability, process improvement, or cost efficiency improvements to internal or external customers. Candidates must also demonstrate, excellent change management, project management & stakeholder management skills and be eligible to work in the UK long term. Personal Qualities The successful candidate will be highly self-motivated and results oriented with a strong desire to succeed. This is a key role working as part of a team of professional engineers Travel A reasonable amount of UK travel may be required. A full UK driving license will be required. Disclosure and Barring Service : The candidate will require clearance from the DBS (formerly the CRB) throughout England and Wales as required by our clients. Personal Development:
Strive to continually improve current skills & knowledge within the industry, to remain up-to-date with market progress and new technologyShow a willingness to progress understanding of the process efficiency, energy & climate change industriesShow a willingness to develop skills & experience in order to move onto a wider field of project activity and in time to move on to higher staff grades
What you can expect This will be an exciting role with lots of responsibility. You will learn how all elements of a growing business work, whilst getting hands on experience in a manufacturing and consultancy environment. You will get regular time with members of the exec team, mentoring, and have structured quarterly reviews to ensure your role is stimulating and your professional development needs are met. We are advocates of professional qualification, so if you are working towards chartership we will support you in this process. Required license or certification: Full UK Driving License About Us Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector. Inclusive Application Process Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether they have a disability. If you require additional support, equipment, or resources to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.....Read more...
Assistant Management AccountantLocation: Wilmslow 3 days per week, 2 days from home Salary: Competitive
We are the Citation Group. We offer colleagues and clients an opportunity they will not gain at many other businesses. We are interested in growth, investment and service excellence. We have never and will never grow our business by cost-cutting or tying people up in bureaucracy. We don’t do politics – we want people focused upon actions and delivery. We don’t do micro-management – we empower, support and innovate. We are leaders, not empire builders and we love our business.
The Citation Group has grown rapidly over the past few years and has big ambitions for the future. As a Private Equity backed business, the plan is to triple the size of the business over the next few years through both organic growth and acquisitions.
The role
Monthly Reporting• Preparation of monthly management accounts including P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow;• Ownership of month-end procedures including accruals and prepayments;• Ensure all income, expenditure and capex is correctly accounted for, monitored and any variances to budget and prior year are analysed and understood;• Ensure financial reports are accurate and delivered to deadline;• Presentation of monthly results of HSD business to Divisional FC and Head of Commercial Finance including completing accurate and insightful commentary for inclusion in Board and Investor reports• Management of the fixed asset register;• Monthly reconciliation of balance sheet and control accounts.
Financial Planning & Analysis• Involvement in the preparation of forecasts and budgets for the HSD business;• Production of short-term cashflow forecasts.
Other• Leading the annual audit process, providing requested information in a timely manner and having the knowledge to be the go-to person for questions about the business.• Support the Group team with the production of statutory accounts.• Identify process improvements from both an efficiency and internal control perspective and take ownership for development and implementation of solutions.• Quarterly VAT returns.
About youWe are looking for an individual with the following skills, qualifications and experience:
• Strong Excel skills with experience of manipulating data using vlookups, sumifs and pivot tables;• A well-organised, efficient and committed individual; • Proven ability to pick up new areas of work quickly and ability to self-motivate; • Ability to recognise issues, problem solve and identify solutions; • Pro-active with a “can do” attitude to tasks and issues that arise; and• Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced and ever-evolving environment.
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Assistant Management AccountantLocation: Wilmslow 3 days per week, 2 days from home Salary: Competitive
We are the Citation Group. We offer colleagues and clients an opportunity they will not gain at many other businesses. We are interested in growth, investment and service excellence. We have never and will never grow our business by cost-cutting or tying people up in bureaucracy. We don’t do politics – we want people focused upon actions and delivery. We don’t do micro-management – we empower, support and innovate. We are leaders, not empire builders and we love our business.
The Citation Group has grown rapidly over the past few years and has big ambitions for the future. As a Private Equity backed business, the plan is to triple the size of the business over the next few years through both organic growth and acquisitions.
The role
Monthly Reporting• Preparation of monthly management accounts including P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow;• Ownership of month-end procedures including accruals and prepayments;• Ensure all income, expenditure and capex is correctly accounted for, monitored and any variances to budget and prior year are analysed and understood;• Ensure financial reports are accurate and delivered to deadline;• Presentation of monthly results of HSD business to Divisional FC and Head of Commercial Finance including completing accurate and insightful commentary for inclusion in Board and Investor reports• Management of the fixed asset register;• Monthly reconciliation of balance sheet and control accounts.
Financial Planning & Analysis• Involvement in the preparation of forecasts and budgets for the HSD business;• Production of short-term cashflow forecasts.
Other• Leading the annual audit process, providing requested information in a timely manner and having the knowledge to be the go-to person for questions about the business.• Support the Group team with the production of statutory accounts.• Identify process improvements from both an efficiency and internal control perspective and take ownership for development and implementation of solutions.• Quarterly VAT returns.
About youWe are looking for an individual with the following skills, qualifications and experience:
• Strong Excel skills with experience of manipulating data using vlookups, sumifs and pivot tables;• A well-organised, efficient and committed individual; • Proven ability to pick up new areas of work quickly and ability to self-motivate; • Ability to recognise issues, problem solve and identify solutions; • Pro-active with a “can do” attitude to tasks and issues that arise; and• Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced and ever-evolving environment.
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We are looking for a Process Safety Specialist to work on a permanent basis for a well-established company. This is a remote role with occasional travel to Guernsey.
The Package:
The basic salary for the Process Safety Specialist role is competitive.
You'll also receive other benefits which include the following:
Employee assistance programme
Life insurance
Access to a company pension scheme
Volunteering opportunities
The Role:
As the Process Safety Specialist, you will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring compliance with regulations governing the operation of the organisations LPG assets operating in accordance with relevant legislation including COMAH. Your primary focus will be on identifying, assessing, and managing risks associated with the handling, storage and processing of dangerous substances. You will play a crucial role in developing and implementing a robust process safety management system, COMAH safety reports, emergency response plans, and providing expertise to maintain a safe working environment and facilities by working at a group level with all MD’s and local HSE specialists. You will be responsible for ensuring each business has identified and is managing the process risk and will set up and measure relevant key performance indicators. You will lead relevant studies and assessments and be a key contact with the regulator and external experts. You will lead in the management of change, hazard studies, quantified risk assessment, COMAH, DSEAR and pressure systems compliance
As the Process Safety Specialist, you will be responsible for:
Risk Assessment:
Conduct thorough risk assessments related to the handling, storage, and transportation of dangerous substances
Identify potential major accident hazards and scenarios and assess their likelihood and consequences.
Regulatory Compliance:
Your will be responsible for the update and submission of COMAH Safety Reports, associated studies and risk assessments.
Stay up-to-date with COMAH regulations and other relevant safety standards.
Ensure the organization's compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.
Engage with local HSE officers in the island and the UK to ensure safety reports and actions and HSE officers are informed.
Emergency Planning:
Develop and maintain emergency response plans to address potential major accidents.
Coordinate with relevant authorities, emergency services, and internal stake holders to ensure effective emergency preparedness
Safety Audits and Inspections:
Ensure that regular safety audits and inspections are conducted by the relevant teams to identify and rectify potential hazards.
Collaborate with internal and external parties to implement corrective actions.
Ensure policies and procedures are kept up to date and are reflective of any actions taken.
Training and Awareness:
Provide training and awareness programs for employees regarding major accident hazards, process safety, and safety procedures.
Foster a safety-conscious culture within the organisation.
Documentation and Reporting:
Maintain accurate records of risk assessments, process safety records and documentation, and emergency response plans to enable clear demonstration of compliance across relevant legislation and current industry standards.
Prepare and submit reports to regulatory authorities as required.
You will ensure key performance measures are captured and provide competent evaluation and advice to the Senior Management Team on those indicators.
Continuous Improvement:
Ensure that improvement plans are generated and progress against actions is in line with agreed expectations.
Identify opportunities for improvement in safety procedures and systems.
Implement measures to enhance overall safety performance.
Ensure Management of Change is embedded firmly into the business and used across key areas of change identified.
The Candidate:
To be the right person for the Process Safety Specialist role you will require:
Experience operating and interfacing at a senior level on matters of process safety and COMAH, DSEAR, PSSR etc
In-depth knowledge of relevant industry standards.
Experience in risk assessment, emergency planning, HAZID, HAZOP and technical management of change.
You will have working understanding of functional safety and the associated requirements
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Attention to detail and analytical skills.
Certifications (Desirable):
Qualification in Process Safety Management or able to demonstrate likewise through other means.
Professional certifications in safety management (e.g., Certified Safety Professional - CSP).
Additional certifications related to hazardous materials or emergency planning and response.
The Company:
The company works continuously to build a truly diverse and inclusive workforce and culture. They welcome and encourage candidates from all aspects of diversity to apply for this role.
If the Process Safety Specialist position could be of interest, please call 01744 452 051 at GPW Recruitment or press APPLY NOW!
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Role Climate17 are partnered exclusively with a leading global supplier of Solar PV inverters and Battery storage systems utility-scale, commercial & industrial, and residential applications. With an already well-established international presence, our client is actively expanding into the UK market and are looking to recruit a Senior Key Account Manager to successfully penetrate the new market and establish them as a key supplier to the UK renewable energy industry. Responsibilities Develop new strategic customers in the UK renewable energy industry across Domestic, C&I and utility-scale markets.Design, define and successfully execute Sales and Marketing strategies for the new UK business unit.Create and optimise the Sales process, setting a blueprint for future growth in the UK sales/account management team.Account management of existing customers and close cooperation with various company-wide departments for the best solution.Proactively visiting customers and attending industry and networking events such as conferences and trade shows to carry out lead generation and business development activities.Preparing regular sales forecasts, reports, and competitive analysis of the companies’ solutionsTravel to company headquarters in Germany as required. Requirements Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Electrical Engineering, or equivalentMinimum 3-5 years of experience in (Technical) Sales, Business Development, Project Development in PV industryWorking experience from an inverter manufacturer with advantageVery good knowledge of solar projects and invertersBusiness fluent in EnglishWillingness to travel domestically and internationally.Ability to work independently and willingness to take on responsibility.Experience of establishing and managing a successful sales business unit is preferred.Full UK Driver’s license – essentialFull right to live and work in the UK. About Us Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector. Inclusive Application Process Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. If you require additional support, equipment or resources in order to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.....Read more...
JOB DESCRIPTION
Title: Continuous Improvement Manager
Who We Are:
Carboline is a St. Louis-based coatings manufacturer with a global reach. The company, founded in 1947, produces high-quality performance coatings, linings, and fireproofing products in more than 20 manufacturing facilities around the world. Carboline has been ranked a top workplace for seven years in a row, so culture and maintaining a safe and clean work environment is something we take very seriously. Carboline is part of RPM International Inc., a $6.1 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services. From homes and workplaces to infrastructure and precious landmarks, RPM's market-leading brands are trusted by consumers and professionals alike to help build a better world.
If you want to be part of a growing global organization with opportunity for growth, we would like to meet you.
Position Summary:
You will lead and design Lean Manufacturing goals and strategies for improving the operations and processes within the organization. Manages all activities for continuous improvement and performance enhancement. Employs Lean methodologies and tools to accomplish business objectives.
Essential Functions:
Analyzing, develop, and enhance current strategies for company processes and procedures. Investigating gaps, issues, and complaints in current business processes. Establishing norms and standards of company performance. Manage teams, and mentor staff performance and organizational processes. Collaborating, communicate ideas with other stakeholders to enhance productivity and staff satisfaction. Training, and guiding team members in new processes. Staying up to date with developments in management and process optimization. Perform additional duties as assigned. Commit to the Company's safety and quality programs.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in business administration, process management, or operations. 5 years + experience in process optimization, operations, or business management in manufacturing. 2+ years managing a team. Domestic travel up to 50%
Desired Qualification:
Lean Six Sigma- green or black belt.
Physical Requirements:
Lifting up to 50 pounds; exposure to chemicals including but not limited to: Amines, Polyamides, Isocyanates, Epoxies, Alkyds, Acrylics, and certain inorganic compounds. Personal protective equipment would be utilized. Must pass annual respirator medical evaluation and pulmonary function test as required by OSHA.
What We Offer:
We offer a team atmosphere that fosters cooperation and creativity; a management team committed to employee development and an environment where people are empowered to make decisions. Our career opportunities offer unlimited earnings potential and our comprehensive benefits package is among the best in the industry which includes affordable benefits, a company match 401K plan and a retirement pension plan. This position will also have the option to work from home 1 day per week after 6 months. Carboline is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.
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This position will create and implement change management strategies and plans that maximise internal and external adoption and usage and minimise resistance and will work to drive faster adoption, high ultimate utilisation and proficiency with the changes that impact employees and clients/brokers. Assessing change management needs by collaboratively working with client(s) to conduct needs analysis. Delivering service to business units by providing resource to lead Business Readiness planning and oversight over readiness deliverables.
Develop and apply a structured methodology/framework for change management for Europe. Lead
change management activities for some projects whilst driving/coaching/influencing others to do the same elsewhere.
For some projects, lead the planning and execution of all change management activities pre and post implementation to ensure the internal and external stakeholders are ready for the change when it occurs and rapidly adopt the change following implementation.
Apply a change management process and tools to create a strategy to support the adoption of the changes required by a project or initiative.
Manages development and approval of Business Readiness Implementation Plan. Develop pilot strategy and influences development of release plan/schedule.
Ensures the appropriate resources are engaged to ensure the development of new processes as a result of functionality.
Consult and coach project teams and managers. Monitor their progress and the success in their plans Integrate change management activities into project plan.
Support and engage senior leaders.
Create actionable deliverables for all plans. Assess the change impact:
Ensures there is a process for collecting and communicating field issues /impacts to the project team(s).
Manages pilot coordination, planning and, delivery of results of pilot – ensuring proper communication summarising and compiling to stakeholder groups.
Identify, analyse and prepare risk mitigation tactics. Identify and manage anticipated resistance.
Complete change management assessments. Evaluate and ensure user readiness.
Define and measure success metrics and monitor change progress. Support communication efforts
Raises awareness of new technology and/or business initiatives coming to end users to broad audiences.
Support the design, development, delivery and management of communications.
Supports overall program communication and marketing to the field (internal and Brokers). Ensure communication plans are in place to reach targeted audiences in a timely manner.
Assists in communicating project rollout timelines, new or changed functionality, etc. to the field and activities that require reinforcement from the readiness and change management perspective.
Participates in ensuring the development of the baseline communication materials to articulate functionality being delivered.
Manages field coordination to support implementation through relationships with business units’ operations and underwriting groups.
Support training efforts:
Provide input, document requirements and support the design and delivery of training programs. Assists in identifying and planning training requirements (or identification of SME) for the impacted groups based on TIA.
Ensures training schedules and deliverables are on track and will work to ensure engagement from teams (supporting the TIA).
Provides direction and planning input to support training delivery based on overall readiness plan and objectives ensuring the intersection and coordination.
Perform other duties as assigned.
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Service Care Solutions are looking for a Clerical Officer to work within the Merseyside Police on an 8-month contract.Location: Liverpool, UKJob role/responsibilities: To assist in the provision of an efficient and effective administration support service, working within a hubbed administration team.
Receive and distribute all paper and electronic mail/correspondence, on behalf of the portfolio, ensuring it is dealt with in a timely manner and despatches are dealt with efficiently.
Provide an effective and efficient administrative support service to the business area to meet demand and ensure key products and services are delivered in a timely manner.
Provide an effective and efficient administrative support service to the business area to meet demand and ensure key products and services are delivered in a timely manner.
Provide a professional telephone and reception service on behalf of the business area, responding to inbound calls and arriving visitors, giving assistance, and redirecting where applicable.
Process all relevant documentation, including that relating to overseas visitor registration and road traffic files, liaising with internal and external customers via telephone and/or e-mail when required.
Create and maintain filing systems, undertaking general filing and carry out culling of all files to ensure that the Records Management Procedure is adhered to correctly.
Arrange meetings, including booking rooms, arranging car parking spaces and refreshments to ensure an efficient service is provided.
Arrange travel, accommodation and vehicle hire in accordance with force policy, as and when required.
Process all payroll documentation on behalf of the portfolio for onward transmission to payroll supplier.
Knowledge/Experience required:
Good communication skills to deal with customers efficiently and provide a quality of service.
Effective planning, organising and time management skills to manage a varying workload.
The ability to be flexible is essential, to provide resilience across the business area and maintain service delivery.
Knowledge of administrative procedures – filing, photocopying, dealing with correspondence and maintenance of records.
Understanding of force procurement and financial arrangements, to process payroll documentation and order goods and services.
Must be IT literate and have good keyboard skills to operate relevant computer packages including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook to provide an efficient service.
If you are interested in this role or want further discussion, please contact Lewis O’Donnell either via email: lewis.odonnell@servicecare.org.uk or tel: 01772208962. Alternatively, if you have any friend or colleagues that might be interested, please feel free to refer them as we a have a referral scheme in place of up to £250.....Read more...
We are currently working with an international manufacturing business.
As a leading local business, they are seeking an HR Advisor to join their team on the outskirts of Maidstone on a full-time basis to cover maternity for 12 months.
The HR Advisor will work closely with the Senior HR Advisor and will have experience as an HR Generalist, taking responsibility for case management, ad-hoc HR projects and will help run the HR department day to day.
Responsibilities will include:
Process all new starters including the production of employment contracts, induction packs, reference requests, and Company handbooks.
Carrying out inductions.
Process leavers including the submission of the resignation acceptance letters and calculating leavers’ final pay instead of annual leave due.
Maintain absence records and return to work.
Process all paperwork associated with employment changes and variations to contracts.
Create and maintain all employee personnel files, ensuring archiving of leavers and cleansing of the information held in line with the Data Protection Act (GDPR).
Maintain employee benefits administration, such as quarterly life assurance data submissions.
Assist with any recruitment and ensure safer recruitment practices are met.
Support the administration of annual pay reviews, employee surveys, and HR statistics.
Assist with projects, such as new HR system rollout.
Schedule meetings, interviews, HR events, etc.
Coordinate training sessions.
Process documentation and prepare reports relating to personnel activities (staffing, recruitment, training, grievances, performance evaluations, etc.)
Providing advice and assistance on policies, procedures, and legislation.
Coordinate compliance for legal processes, such as disciplinary or grievance.
Take minutes for informal and formal process meetings/hearings.
Support in HR administration, where required.
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a CIPD Level 3 or previous experience in an HR role, excellent communication skills, and good IT skills including Word and Excel. Recruitment experience would be advantageous but not essential.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing international business that can offer ongoing training and career progression.
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We are currently looking for a Process & Continuous Improvement Engineer paying £52,380 to work with a well-established market leader and international manufacturing business in the Rugby area.The Process & Continuous Improvement Engineer is a days-based Monday to Friday position offering fantastic company benefits, pension and training and career progression opportunities from a company that values its employees. This is a great opportunity which includes energy saving projects and future hydrogen trials for a multi-national company. What’s in it for you as a Process & Continuous Improvement Engineer: - Salary circa £52,380 + Excellent Pension - 25 days leave & statutory holidays - Hours of work – 39 hrs Monday to Thursday 8am – 4:30pm and Friday 8am – 3:30pm - Working as part of a world-class maintenance and manufacturing team driving up standards - Job security and personal development within a market-leading, international manufacturing organisation.Main Duties & Responsibilities of the Process & Continuous Improvement Engineer: - To support plant performance objectives through equipment inspections, process studies, monitoring process operating & control parameters, and the completion of equipment line audits - To assist UK Operations in the implementation of plant improvement projects such as capacity increase, quality improvement, power consumption and heat consumption reduction - To assist in the training of staff ensuring that they develop the skills to become subject matter experts in various systems and processes; enabling them to implement and sustain the improvements - To follow UK operations annual Process and Continuous Improvement plan and ensure all process activities are completed, findings and actions recorded and followed up - To undertake the Management of Change Process for Rugby Plant - To provide coordination and supervision support in diverse areas when required by the business, as well as participating as supervisor during Kiln shutdowns - To cover for the Operations Data Analyst. Provide support by capturing, gathering and reporting GrafOper data when required.Experience and Qualifications Required for Process & Continuous Improvement Engineer: - Five years previous experience as a Process Engineer in a manufacturing environment - Bachelor’s Degree – Chemical/ Electrical/ Mechanical/ Industrial or manufacturing engineering - A strong foundation in engineering principles, an in-depth understanding of chemical processes, materials science, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics - Strong analytical skills, with the ability to highlight opportunities and perform root cause analysis along with interpretation of data - Interpret technical drawings – read flow sheets, P&ID diagrams, arrangement drawings, mechanical drawings - Flexible and adaptable with the ability to implement change, including monitoring and controlling throughout the change process. - IOSH Certificate desirable.If you are interested, please apply now…....Read more...
£40,000 - £45,000 + BenefitsIn order to develop and implement a robust, people focussed HR strategy for a well-established, growing business, a fantastic opportunity now exists for an experienced HR Business Partner to join our client’s team. Reporting to the Head of People, this is a varied HR generalist role providing hands-on operational HR support to our client’s busy removals & asset management business, which has branch offices in Croydon, Derby, Winsford, and Livingston.Since 1871, our client has been delivering turnkey solutions to their customers. From home removals and storage, to office relocations and move management, their continued success has been built on a strong foundation 150 years in the making. The successful candidate will successfully manage the end-to-end recruitment and onboarding process, supporting all aspects of the employee lifecycle, ensuring employee training & development aligns with business needs, supporting leaders to plan and manage change and coach and support managers with day-to-day people management challenges and queries. In addition, the chosen candidate will also work with the wider People Team to review, develop & implement best practice. The ideal candidate is a real pragmatist with a can-do, flexible attitude, demonstrated by their ability to take on additional responsibilities such as balancing legal, compliance and business needs by finding practical people solutions. Key Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and oversee annual/regular people processes including probation, performance, succession and talent mapping, promotion, bonus, and salary review
Support & guide managers in your business unit with employee relations matters; absence, probation, disciplinary, grievance and performance issues
Help develop a culture of learning & identifying areas that need attention to support the business to grow
Ensure new and developing managers understand the Johnsons way as part of their induction process
Work closely with leaders to ensure pay and benefits align with the market and apply consistently, across the group?
Support managers to identify learning & development needs and identify suitable solutions to address those needs
Provide training, support and coaching on HR related processes to ensure managers are confident leading their teams
Provide guidance on the people implications of change, ensure change is well managed, carried out legally and is well managed & communicated – e.g. structure changes, new roles, changes to existing roles
Support managers with the recruitment of new staff and the development of apprentice & graduate programs, ensuring apprentice levy is utilised
Oversee all offers of employment & changes to terms and conditions
Produce & monitor HR KPI’s and metrics and identify areas to action or improve (absence, turnover, ER)
Oversee, review & sign off monthly/weekly payroll
Develop wellbeing, engagement & retention initiatives
Manage all occupational health referrals
Skills & Experience
Previous experience in a broad, generalist, multi-site role in a similar sector where the business relies heavily on people to deliver great service
Previous recruitment & selection experience
Able to demonstrate leadership qualities with excellent interpersonal skills
Must hold a valid UK Driving License, have access to a vehicle and be willing to travel to our various site locations
Strong stakeholder management skills, commercially astute and experienced business partnering
CIPD level 5 or 7 (desirable but not essential)
This is a wonderful opportunity for an ambitious and confident HR leader to join a friendly, successful team in an important role with an attractively broad remit. A competitive remuneration and benefits package is on offer, including 23 days holiday, medical cash plan and death in service policy. Apply now!....Read more...
JOB DESCRIPTION
Tremco Construction Products Group brings together Tremco CPG Inc.'s Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing and Roofing & Building Maintenance divisions; Tremco Barrier Solutions Inc.; Dryvit, Nudura and Willseal brands; Prebuck LLC; Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc.; Weatherproofing Technologies Canada and PureAir Control Services, Inc. Altogether, Tremco CPG companies operate 21 manufacturing facilities, 6 distribution sites, and 3 R&D/technology sites, and employ more than 2,700 people across North America.
GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB: This Senior Continuous Improvement Leader will drive and execute continuous improvement efforts at the manufacturing plant level across multiple facilities in the organization by collaborating with plant personnel to promote, improve and maintain our operational excellence systems (ex: MS168) in alignment with corporate strategy and site-specific goals. The Senior Continuous Improvement Leader will be required to leverage available data, Six Sigma projects, and other lean tools to deliver effective initiatives across the organization to positively impact the business.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Collaborate with the manufacturing sites as well as corporate functions/departments to determine where the most significant areas of improvement exist and develop projects from those opportunities. Develop, prioritize, and execute continuous improvement initiatives aligned with the organization's goals and plant objectives. Assess, monitor, maintain, and enhance business performance by analyzing current practices, developing business process improvements (ex.: removing waste, reducing cost, etc.), implementing changes in workflows, structures, and teams to ensure continuous company performance. Plan, facilitate, and execute continuous improvement events using Lean Six Sigma tools, provide support for plant level initiatives, and participate in Kaizen events on the production floor in support of Tremco's MS168 philosophies. Provide support to the production staff to ensure that implemented lean principles are understood and implement change management strategies to ensure successful adoption of process improvements. Lead cross functional work teams focused on identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to provide sustainable improvements that meet/exceed expectations. Conduct semi-annual audits. Read, research, interpret, and analyze data on current processes, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Leverage knowledge of tiered governance systems, Kaizen, 5S, visual management and SMED to assist sites in improving efficiencies by evaluating process and practice from various perspectives. Influence and motivate others to attend to, participate in and own local continuous improvement efforts and initiatives. Lead cross-functional improvement projects, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet predefined objectives. Develop, monitor, and communicate project plans, timelines, and budgets with key stakeholders. Provide supportive project management expertise including MPST and monthly savings tracking, key performance indicators, and reporting. Teach, lead, and coach cross-functional teams on Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies. Use data analytics such as statistical process control, process capability analysis, and correlation to make data driven decisions while demonstrating quantitative improvement/impact. Prepare, review, and analyze operational data, reports, and metrics to generate insights, identify trends, isolate bottlenecks, and make informed decisions. Build a culture of continuous improvement by promoting awareness and buy-in at all levels of the organization. Develop and maintain comprehensive performance dashboards and reports. Stay current with industry best practices, emerging trends, and technologies related to continuous improvement and benchmark against industry peers and incorporate best practices into the organization.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Bachelor's /University degree, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment Preferred experience in chemical manufacturing and/or batch manufacturing operations. Previous experience utilizing Data, Statistical Analysis, Six Sigma, and/or Lean Methodologies Five years' experience in process optimization, operations, or business management. Experience developing employee training programs
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Preferred Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification
OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS:
This is a hands-on position that requires you to be on-site at our various manufacturing plants. Travel to other plants is required. A strategic and analytical mindset with the ability to think dynamically to solve problems. A keen eye for identifying strategic opportunities in processes and organizational structures. Proficiency with process evaluation techniques, data analysis, and visualization tools. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Suite, including advanced skills with Excel. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, from operators up to plant management. Effective communication, interpersonal, presentation, facilitation, and training skills, with the ability to influence, motivate, and inspire change. Passionate about safety, quality, and productivity with the ability to perform root cause analysis. Demonstrated ability to work in high paced and changing environments. Ability to roll-up sleeves and lead by example at both strategic and tactical levels. Experience with Power Automate, Power Query, PowerBI, and Forms is a plus.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, hear, taste, smell, and lift up to 50 lbs.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION:
The hourly rate/salary range for applicants in this position generally ranges between $87,991 and $109,989 plus 15% bonus opportunity. This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operations, needs, and other considerations permitted by law.
The Company offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) Savings and Trust & Plan with company match, Company Pension Plan, Performance Based Bonus/Commission, and continuing education.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
This role will support departments, customers, and internal business process. activities across the business through the effective use of Business Solution.
Hands-on technical lead who can make complex configuration changes to support business processes.
Manage the analysis,configuration, testing and implementation of the Business Solution
Manage the development the Business Solution and associated systems.
Ability to follow prescribed methodology in understanding the current business processes,gathering requirements, and producing a specification that will form the basis of the new system.
Maintain all required documentation including process maps and specifications to support the business change and development programme.
Consider and evaluate the opportunities and potential risks attached to the recommendations made suggesting appropriate mitigation options.
Collaborate across all levels of the business from Executives to end users to fully understand their needs.
Collaborate with developers and business partners for system enhancements and upgrades.
Fully own the Business Solution.Defend data quality,preserving a view of engagement behavior to understand communications performance/KPIs.
Manage all future changes, releases, updates,and enhancements to the system.
Identify continuous improvement opportunities for assigned systems and processes.
Provide end user training, ensuring process and procedures are always followed.
Work closely with internal teams to establish data insights, quality/knowledge of the data and develop reporting views to visualise performance of programmes & campaigns.
Use insights and analytics to refine concepts and deliverables.
Any other reasonable duty that falls within your capabilities.
Experience
We are looking for someone who can take complex systems and create clarity,simplicity and be able to share their findings with the wider team. You will be inquisitive and have no issues with asking lots of questions, or for diagrams or documentation of existing systems to help you discover more. You bring people together to dive into problems, ensuring you do not become the centre of all knowledge.
You engage stakeholders and understand the objectives using empathy. You will need to be patient and proactive to understand what people do, not just what they say they do.
You will have the skills and confidence to identify and engage key business stakeholders and other development to build a clear picture of requirements using shared context and domain language that everyone understands.
Demonstrative success in implementing and developing a Business Solutions platform for data management.
Ability to manage and prioritise multiple projects from messaging and channel strategy to design and technical requirements.
Proven track record of turning data insight into commercial, actionable recommendations. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365.
No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of gender, race, age, national origin, sexual orientation, and we confirm that we are happy to accept applications from persons of any age or experience for this role.....Read more...
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Corporate Project Manager
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Department: Corporate Engineering
Reports To: Sr. Manager
Direct Reports/Manages others: No
Hybrid Schedule: Our hybrid work environment includes two (2) remote days/week.
Rust-Oleum Corporation is a worldwide leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry. We offer a wide range of products including decorative fashion paints, durable industrial roof repair coatings and, of course, our famous rust-fighting formula that started it all.
JOB PURPOSE:
The Corporate Project Engineer is accountable for providing capital engineering support within Operations. This includes executing engineering projects for capital installations $200M+, project management from design through startup, and providing long range technical planning and strategies for the business.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for capital project execution including equipment selection, justification, CAR processing, purchasing, and installation. Support start-up efforts including in person training and documentation. Design, recommend, and implement manufacturing systems that are designed for machine, human interaction, method/process, raw material & environmental variability. Design to incorporate Lean principles to improve reliability, ease of use & maintenance, minimize changeover times, and to minimize production losses. Provide cross functional project management across key areas including RD&E, Finance, Marketing, & with other Rust-Oleum locations Manage projects through design review process from project scope charters through successful startup transition to the local site team. This includes working with the plant operational teams on providing training, writing appropriate standard operating procedures, and maintenance training plans & parts. Apply the Process Safety Management (PSM) regulations to day to day operations and capital project work. This includes writing appropriate procedures, conducting Change Management paperwork, knowing and applying electrical and hazard codes, signing off on Hot Work and Confined Space, correctly using contractor safety guidelines, and timely equipment inspections/certifications. Frequent interface with plant personnel, operators, coordinators, and maintenance personnel across a 3-shift operation.
REQUIREMENTS:
BS in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering preferred. Industrial and Electrical Engineers with hands-on mechanical & chemical experience will also be considered. 7+ years of engineering job experience. Good project management, written and verbal communication skills are required along with a high level of initiative. Demonstrated strong leadership skills, in project and people management in a continuous improvement environment in the areas of production, safety, quality and Lean manufacturing principles.
From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and much more. We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment. Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service. Rust-Oleum offers 9 paid holidays and two floating holiday per year. You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis. Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
Title: Business Development Manager - Facilities Management (Security)
Location: London
About Us:
We are a leading provider of comprehensive Facilities Management solutions, dedicated to enhancing security, efficiency, and sustainability for our clients across various industries. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we strive to deliver tailored services that exceed expectations and foster long-term partnerships.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager to spearhead our growth initiatives within the Facilities Management sector, with a particular focus on security services. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Facilities Management, coupled with a keen interest in security solutions and a proactive attitude towards learning and development.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement strategic business development plans to drive growth and expansion within the London market.
Identify and cultivate new business opportunities through proactive prospecting, networking, and relationship building.
Collaborate with internal teams to tailor solutions that meet the unique needs and requirements of prospective clients.
Lead the entire sales process, from initial contact through contract negotiation and closure, ensuring a seamless experience for clients.
Stay abreast of industry trends, market developments, and competitor activities to inform strategic decision-making and maintain a competitive edge.
Provide regular updates and reports on sales performance, pipeline activity, and market insights to senior management.
Qualifications:
Proven track record of success in business development within the Facilities Management sector, with a minimum of 3 years of experience.
Strong understanding of security services within the Facilities Management context is desirable.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving and achieving targets.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to evolving market conditions.
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as needed.
Benefits:
Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare and weekends abroad.
Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance skills and career growth.
Collaborative and supportive work environment with opportunities for advancement.
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SAP Sales & Business Support Analyst - Korean Speaking
Polar Recruitment are currently recruiting on behalf of a highly prestigious global Technology brand for a Sales & Business Support Analyst with a good understanding of SAP ERP, and fluent Korean (written and verbal) language skills.
Reporting to the Business Development Group Manager and liaising with various stakeholders within Sales, Procurement, Finance and Technology teams, the SAP Sales & Business Support Analyst - Korean Speaking will be responsible for supporting internal business, projects, and sales activities, including customer and supplier/vendor contract management and communication, invoicing/payments, business revenue & profit forecasting etc.
SAP Sales & Business Support Analyst - Korean Speaking, responsibilities
Process ERP system transactions from a sales/projects perspective including preparing quotations and contracts, creating, and issuing invoices etc. to project completion
Liaise with the procurement team to ensure timely project completion and deliveries of services.
Yearly and monthly business performance forecasting and reporting via Excel.
Month-end closing including invoicing to customers and payment to suppliers.
Liaise with the finance department and asset manager for IT assets management in the internal databases for both finance and operations.
SAP Sales & Business Support Analyst - Korean Speaking, Skills & Experience
Fluent Korean and English language skills (written and verbal)
Previous experience within a Sales / Business Support or similar role (involved with contracts / billings / projects / negotiating etc.)
SAP ERP system training/experience
Strong MS Office skills, particularly Excel
The SAP Sales & Business Support Analyst - Korean Speaking will be rewarded with an attractive salary, excellent career advancement opportunities with a globally renowned leader in the Technology space, and a comprehensive benefits package including
25 Days Holiday
Annual Bonus (up to 15%)
Excellent Pension (up to 8.5% employer contribution)
Permanent Health Insurance
Life Assurance
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JOB DESCRIPTION
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Financial Analysis: Daily/monthly financial analysis and support for the VP Finance and the MRT business. Monthly preparation of MRT financial statements. Review and analysis of financial statements variances by segment, brand, and department. Monitoring of OWC metrics to ensure DOI, DSO and DAP measurement vs. targets. Detailed and on-going sales and margin analysis by segment, brand and sku.
Annual GTO (budget) preparation: Work with VP Finance and business segment leaders to build annual revenue and expense targets for the MRT business. Build budget by business segment and department, manage data loading to OneStream and preparation of ad hoc exhibits, reports and presentations.
Distributor COOP, Rebate and Commission Program Management: Coordinate and partner with segment sales managers and MRT senior executives to manage the distributor programs for Marine segment and NBD for individual distributor and non-direct buy customer buying programs, coop agreements, loyalty growth, rebate programs and commission payments. Assist VP Finance and Segment sales leaders in quarterly/annual calculation of these programs for presentation to both segment sales managers and customers. Ensure proper monthly accruals both COOP and rebate programs.
GSC Process / Control Management: Oversee the MRT interface with GSC activities, A/R and A/P. Ensure on-going business support for internal documentation, execution, and communication of but not limited to, new customer setup, customer credit memo's, new vendor setup, vendor PO's, check disbursements, Concur expense management, etc.
Customer Pricing Management: Coordinate and partner with segment sales managers, customer service and MRT senior executives to establish, implement, communicate, maintain, and document customer pricing & discount structures.
Organization Support: Interface professionally with ICG/MRT senior executives and team members, exercising strong judgement and ability to prioritize activities based on departmental objectives and business needs. Anticipate the manager's and team's needs and take appropriate action to produce desired outcomes with accuracy and efficiency.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Business, Finance or Accounting. Experience managing multiple priorities. Well organized, meticulous with ability to multi-task under tight timelines. Proficiency with Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Collaborator with a cheerful outlook and confidence. Willingness to adopt new tools and systems in an ever-changing environment. Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
Job title – Business Support Administrator Location – Ilford, IG4 Contract – Temporary ongoing Hours – Full Time 36 Start Date: ASAP
We are looking for a highly motivated and organised Business Support Administrator to join their team. As a Business Support Administrator, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to the company and their clients. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, be able to multitask and work well under pressure.
Duties would include:
Provide administrative support to the company's operations
Manage the company's database and ensure all data is accurate and up-to-date
Prepare reports and presentations for senior management
Handle phone and email queries from clients and stakeholders
Organise meetings and appointments for senior management
Assist with the recruitment process, including posting job adverts and arranging interviews
Manage the office's stationary and equipment, ensuring supplies are replenished when necessary
Essential criteria and experience:
Proven experience as a Business Support Administrator or similar role
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
Keen eye for detail and accuracy
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word
Experience with database management and data entry
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
If you are interested in this position and meet the above criteria, please send your CV now for consideration.If you require any additional information regarding the position, please call Lewis at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208 966 or send an E-Mail to Lewis.Hodson@servicecare.org.uk....Read more...
Our client is a fast-growing renewable energy company with an integrated approach to renewables development. Due to the company’s rapid growth, they are now looking for Head of Corporate Services. The Head of Corporate Services is a new role which will be responsible for the management of the Offices and IT functions and will play a crucial role in ensuring that they act as an enabler to the rest of the business, aligning activities with key business drivers. The role will also be responsible for the centralised management of company policies, key systems, and processes. This role requires a candidate with strong emotional intelligence and experience in developing managers across different functions. This is a Cheltenham based role, with some occasional travel to the London office, although consideration will be given to London-based candidates that can travel to Cheltenham on a weekly basis. The company operate a hybrid working model to allow greater flexibility to employees. It is anticipated that this role will require a minimum 2 days a week in the office. Key Responsibilities will include: Provide strategic direction and leadership to the department.Develop and mentor junior managers, fostering their growth and professional development and ensuring that they, in turn, enable and empower their own teams.Manage data, document and contracts, including SharePoint.Establish the department as a business enabler through close relationships with other departments and ensuring that activities within the department are appropriately prioritised.Assume the role of Data Privacy Manager with overall responsibility for data protection and the GDPR framework and compliance across the business.Responsible for Health and Safety in the office environment (not sites), with a dotted line into the Director of Delivery for Health and Safety related activities, ensuring that responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and the Management of Health and Safety at work Regulations (1999) are fulfilled in a pragmatic and meaningful way. Design, implement and manage a framework process for policy sign off, publication and management.Ownership of central system implementation, upgrades and migrations, such as SharePoint, travel and desk booking etc.Ownership of ESG policy and approachTake a strategic approach to identify and implement innovative technology solutions that enhance operational efficiency and support business objectives.Ensure that the company’s IT infrastructure is secure, reliable, and aligned with industry best practices and cybersecurity standards and protect against potential threats. About You Proven experience in a leadership role, preferably as a Head of Offices or IT Services or a similar role.A degree level qualification in a related field or equivalent.Excellent commercial acumenProject management skillsExperience in a scale-up is highly desirable with the ability to cope with ambiguity and change.GDPR experience and or Health and Safety would be advantageous, but training can be provided for the right person.Previous experience in business continuity planning.Strong emotional intelligence and the ability to develop and mentor junior managers.Solid understanding of IT, particularly IT security.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. About Us Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector. Inclusive Application Process Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.....Read more...
Full or Part Time £35,000 - £45,000 + Superb BenefitsAs a result of our client’s impressive, sustained growth and an exciting product led agenda, a rare opportunity now exists for a dynamic, naturally inquisitive and commercially focused individual with strong, ‘hands-on’ experience of product lifecycle management, to join a leading supplier of textile accessory brands to the business-to business personalisation industry in a broad ranging, highly rewarding role.As the home of four leading textile brands, each with their own unique identity and philosophy, our client has established themselves as the go-to brand for quality, innovative products in the rebrandable accessories market.Working as a part of our client’s growing Product Development team, the successful Product Line Specialist will take responsibility for creating competitive analysis and interpreting market trends, providing recommendations and guidance for future product design range direction. In addition, there is also a responsibility to support the entire process ensuring products move smoothly and efficiently through the product lifecycle process.The ideal candidate will have some previous experience in a multifaceted role requiring a blend of technical knowledge and management skills. Applications are preferred form individuals with knowledge of the textiles/garment sector. However, individuals with relevant transferrable product lifecycle skills gained in an allied sector are also invited to applyKey Responsibilities
Collaborate closely with the Designers, Merchandiser and Product Manager to provide exceptional design work.
Stay current with emerging fashion trends as well as general trends relating to fabrics, colours, and shapes.
Plan and develop ranges by costing products, researching the market, negotiating prices, analysing product and delivery costs and briefing designers on the requirements of the business.
Track and analyse SKU adoption through all levels of the product lifecycle seasonally by brand.
Coordinator for end-to-end product development.
Create and maintain seasonal line plans for each brand alongside design manager and design team.
Research and develop ranges for Beechfield including identifying key shapes for the season, colour, fabric and building a range which offers choice for our European customer base.
Adhere to the critical path to achieve deadlines, ensuring product is developed for the relevant and optimum selling period.
Produce presentation materials that communicate the concepts and inspirations behind our products.
Travel seasonally within the UK, Europe and East Asia (around 1 trip per year)
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and efficiency.
Skills & Experience
Strong attention to detail, highly organised, self-sufficient and able to meet tight deadlines.
Experience in building inspiration/concept presentations and mood boards for seasonal concepts and direction.
An active and proficient participant in the creative process and cross-functional communication with all levels of the organisation.
Experience of working and communicating directly with overseas manufacturing partners to ensure the accuracy of sampling and materials executions.
Commercial awareness gained through competitive shop visits and research of available data, for example via trade press.
Ability to create and edit files using CAD/Adobe programs including Illustrator, and Photoshop.
Excellent negotiation skills and possess the ability to liaise with suppliers to achieve desired target margin.
Graduate degree in fashion, merchandising, textiles or related field or equivalent combination of education and/or experience required.
Essential criteria
A minimum of 5 years experience in product lifecycle management
Understands and is proficient in the product development process
Demonstrated experience leading a group of people, project or process
Proficiency in PLM software and tools
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Excellent MS-Office skills (Excel, Word, Power Point)
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Experience in workflow optimisation and process improvement - Desirable
Knowledge of our industry standards and regulations - Desirable
Our Benefits
22 days holiday increasing with length of service
Positive attendance award – Potential to earn ½ day per quarter for zero sickness
Birthday off – Additional to your annual leave
2 x volunteer days through the year
Private Healthcare Scheme and Life Assurance x 4 annual salary
Free access to a Wellbeing practitioner and counselling physiotherapist
Free eye tests and annual flu jabs
Option of a Fitbit after 6 months service
Cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes
Modern office space with free parking and free onsite electric vehicle charging points
Funded social activities throughout the year
This is a fantastic opportunity for an analytical, highly detail driven individual to join a successful business at a time of impressive growth, in a key product development role as part of a friendly, supportive and highly successful team. A competitive, negotiable salary based on experience is on offer, in addition to an impressive company bonus and an employee centred benefits package. Apply now!....Read more...
We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Chief Operating Officer (COO) to oversee and streamline the daily operations of this growing company. We are seeking an exceptional individual who will collaborate closely with the Managing Director, playing a pivotal role in scaling the business and driving sales success. The ideal candidate will combine a strong sales acumen with a proven track record of operational excellence, including IT strategy alignment, process improvement, and exceptional people management.
The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a Senior Operations Management role within a company developing and/or manufacturing technical products.
Key Responsibilities:
Actively contribute to the development and execution of sales strategies to achieve and exceed revenue targets.
Directly manage, coach, and mentor the sales team, setting performance goals, providing feedback, and fostering a culture of high achievement.
Oversee sales forecasting, lead generation, and pipeline management to ensure a healthy flow of new business opportunities.
Analyse existing business processes and identify areas for optimisation, increasing efficiency and reducing costs.
Build and develop a high-performing team, fostering a positive and motivating work environment.
Work closely with product development and engineering teams to improve product-market fit and customer satisfaction.
Collaborate with the finance team on budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis.
Regularly monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress, make data-driven decisions, and adjust strategies as needed.
Qualifications and experience:
Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a related field.
Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a Senior Operations Management role, with a demonstrated history of success in driving sales and operational improvements.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, modelling, and reporting.
Proven track record of leading and mentoring high-performing sales teams.
Hands-on mentality with the ability to adapt to evolving priorities in a growing company.
In-depth understanding of how IT systems can be leveraged to achieve business goals, enhance efficiency, and drive competitive advantage.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Remuneration and Benefits:
Competitive salary
Generous bonus scheme/commission
Medical Insurance
Workplace Pension Scheme
On-site parking
Company social events
Casual dress code
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