UK Commercial Manager
OEM Vehicle Importers & Dealer Groups
Launch. Build. Dominate.
The Automotive Security landscape is evolving fast — and the UK is now wide open.
Our client is a major European success story in OEM Vehicle Key and Lock Replacement Solutions. They’ve rapidly grown the market across Europe and now it’s time to replicate that success in the UK.
This is a market-launch, market-build, market-own opportunity.
We’re looking for a Senior Sales, commercially minded Sales Leader with the credibility, confidence, and hunger to establish and scale a UK operation — partnering directly with Car Brand Importers, OEM Franchised Dealer Groups, and National Repairers.
The Mission
Launch and grow the UK commercial operation
Open doors at OEM and importer level
Build long-term, trusted partnerships across dealer networks
Accelerate and replicate proven European success in the UK market
Location & Package
UK based – Southern / Central preferred
Salary: £50k–£65k (negotiable)
Bonus: OTE +
Company Car + Pension
Our Utopia Candidate
You already know how this world works.
You’ve sold products, services or solutions into:
Car Brand Importers / Vehicle Importers
OEM Franchised Dealer Groups
National Repairers
You understand the politics, procurement cycles, barriers, and decision-makers, and you know how to develop New Business opportunities
10 Key Skills We’re Looking For
✔ Proven experience selling at scale into OEM / Importer / Dealer Group environments ✔ Strong business developer – hunter mentality with polished account management skills ✔ Able to create and execute a UK market strategy ✔ Commercially sharp – confident with numbers, data, and sales analysis ✔ Excellent presenter and communicator at senior level ✔ Relationship builder – trusted, credible, long-term focused ✔ Converts opportunity into revenue ✔ Flexible and happy to travel extensively across the UK ✔ Confident launching and promoting a new programme ✔ Entrepreneurial, solutions-driven, results-focused
We Are Hiring NOW
Initial online interviews are already underway.
To learn more or to apply, contact our exclusive recruitment partner:
Glen Shepherd – 07977 266309
Send your CV and be ready to explain how your experience aligns with this opportunity.
If you’ve ever wanted to put your stamp on a UK market launch — this is it. Don’t delay. Opportunities like this don’t come around often.
JOB REF: 4328GSA
Glen Callum Associates is committed to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or background. We believe that a variety of perspectives makes a team stronger and a workplace better. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know – we’re here to support you.....Read more...
Process requisitions: Manage and process requisition orders to ensure timely procurement of goods and services required by the company.
Resolve invoice queries: Address and resolve any discrepancies or issues related to invoices to maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
Enquire about and pricing new products: Conduct inquiries and obtain pricing information for new products to support cost-effective purchasing decisions.
Run reports for spend analysis for Category Managers: Generate and run detailed spend analysis reports to provide Category Managers with insights for budget management and strategic planning.
Validate documents submitted for new suppliers: Review and validate all documents submitted by potential new suppliers to ensure compliance with company standards and reliability within the supply chain.
Validate project tender packages and the analysis of the data that is returned. Training:Your apprenticeship will be delivered through a blended learning approach, supported by our learning provider. As part of the programme, you will work towards achieving your Level 3 CIPS Diploma in Procurement and Supply, providing you with a strong foundation for a future career in procurement.
Our apprenticeship has been designed to support you at every stage of your development, and throughout the programme you will be stretched, challenged and fully supported by a business that is committed to your professional growth.
Throughout the duration of your apprenticeship you will be appointed a workplace mentor to support you with your learning.Training Outcome:We have lots of fantastic success stories from previous apprentices who have gone on to achieve industry recognised qualifications through their apprenticeships and many of our past apprentices are still working within the business today or have gone onto have successful careers elsewhere. Our workplace culture will allow you to pick up not only the knowledge and skills to be used in your future career but also experience working in a professional but relaxed environment that will give you the confidence to excel in your role and develop as a professional.
We truly believe that we put our people at the heart of everything we do, and you will have the job security and development opportunities that are rare in the current climate, so why not join us, and be a part of our continuing growth and success? With exciting future ambitions, we couldn’t think of a better time for you to join us!Employer Description:At Portakabin, we design and deliver high-quality modular buildings for organisations of all sizes, in various sectors including manufacturing, education, health, transport, utilities and construction. Delivering our products sustainably, and safely to our customers is of utmost importance.
Portakabin now employs more than 2,200 people across the UK and Europe. Our people are at the heart of business and the reason for our success. We offer career progression, support and development opportunities giving our employees space to grow.
Portakabin is a Disability Confident Committed and equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process and to the fair and consistent treatment of all current and prospective colleagues.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and value the contribution that diverse experiences bring to our teams.
Reasonable adjustments will be made throughout the application, recruitment, and onboarding processes where required. If you need any additional support or experience any difficulty applying, please contact our recruitment team on resourcing@portakabin.com Working Hours :Monday - Friday. Flexible approach to working hours (core hours 10.00am - 2.30 pm).
Specific working pattern to be determined - dependent on the apprentice and team requirements.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
This is a fantastic opportunity to join and learn from a highly experienced and dynamic team within the insurance sector. You will gain first hand exposure to all aspects of key operational departments within the business, obtain valuable expertise and industry recognised qualifications. You will be offered a competitive initial salary, set additional increases following each exam and a salary increase commensurate with your experience and skills upon qualification.
In addition to the Certificate of Insurance (CII) and DPI internal training programme, as part of your 13 month apprenticeship you will be responsible for the duties as detailed below:
Providing support to the broking team preparing new business and renewal policies, mid-term adjustments, invoices, cover notes and written correspondence
Providing support to the marketing, claims and accounts teams
Working with senior management
Managing the staff entertainment fund and arranging team building exercises
Providing a professional service to all clients at all times
Brokering client’s commercial insurance requirements, working towards more complex types of cover
Accompanying senior broking executives on client site visits and surveys
Ensuring that throughout all departments the client records are kept up to date and completed fully and consistently
Maintaining the diary system for designated members of the team as required
Ensuring adherence to company compliance procedures and data protection requirements
Training:Insurance Practitioner Level 3 apprenticeship standard:
Fully and part funded learning and development programme that includes the Cert CII
Develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours of successful Insurance Practitioners
Role-specific route ways tailor the apprenticeship to the job role:
Claims Handler / Loss Adjuster
Assistant Underwriter
Junior Broker
Free CII membership for non-members through the CII Aspire Apprenticeship Programme
Includes digital CII study books and exam entries
Resit costs for CII exams and End-Point-Assessment will be covered by the employer
Fortnightly workshops for each CII exam
All workshops recorded and available on-demand
Interactive chat, forums and class notebooks for real time support and assistance from experienced and qualified insurance professionals
Exam tips, tricks, and strategies
Regular tutorials and assessments with your dedicated trainer
Training Outcome:DPI Insurance has been successfully running our apprenticeship programme for more than 10 years. We are a growing business and have experience in training and retaining talented and driven individuals.
Successful candidates will have a clear career path into well paid roles within the organisation. We currently have two previous apprentices within our team, our Commercial Renewals Manager (£55k OTE) and one of our Commercial Renewal Executives (£45k OTE).
DPI Insurance offers industry recognised CII training alongside our Internal Training Programme. Your journey doesn’t stop with an apprenticeship, CII training is also available to further qualifications, such as a DIP CII and ACII post apprenticeship.Employer Description:At DPI we offer specialist commercial insurance tailored to your individual needs. We are a family owned and run insurance brokers who genuinely care about protecting your business and putting our customers first.
Our team of experts boast over 220 years combined experience in the market and are here to provide you with professional advice. By taking the time to understand your business, we ensure you understand your risks and select the most appropriate covers for your needs.
DPI arranges insurance for a large volume of businesses and this has afforded us the ability to negotiate preferential rates and beneficial covers. We navigate our panel of A rated insurers, specialist underwriting agencies and the Lloyds market on your behalf to source the most appropriate terms.
We take pride in providing peace of mind and financial security so that you can focus on running your business.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm, with 1 hour for lunch.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Enthusiastic,Proactive,Hard Working,Professional,Career Minded....Read more...
SUPPORT FOR THE STUDENT
Provide particular support for pupils, including those with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities
Be aware of and assist with the implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes
Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs
Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher
Assist with the setting of challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence
Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under the guidance of the teacher
Provide assistance with the student’s feeding, hygiene and personal needs, including toileting
Provide assistance with the moving, lifting and handling of students, paying particular attention to the student’s physical needs
Assist with the supervision of students during break and lunch times
SUPPORT FOR THE TEACHER
Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment, in accordance with lesson plans and assist with the display of pupils' work
Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals
Promote good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policy and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour
Establish constructive relationships with parents/carers under teacher guidance
Assist with clerical/administrative support e.g. photocopying, typing, filing, money, administer coursework etc.
SUPPORT FOR THE CURRICULUM
Support the use of ICT in learning activities and develop pupils’ competence and independence in its use
Prepare, maintain and use equipment/resources required to meet the lesson plans/relevant learning activity and assist pupils in their use
SUPPORT FOR THE SCHOOL
Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to Child Protection, health, safety, security, confidentiality and data protection, and report all concerns to an appropriate person
Be aware of and support differences and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop
Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school
Appreciate and support the role of other professionals
Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required
Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times
Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out-of-school activities as required and take responsibility for a group under the supervision of the teacher
Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required
Show a duty of care and take appropriate action to comply with health & safety requirements at all times
Demonstrate and promote commitment to Equal Opportunities and to the elimination of behaviour and practices that could be discriminatory
Any other duties deemed appropriate by the Chief Executive and commensurate with the grade of the post
Training:
Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification at Stockton Riverside College
Functional skills maths & English, if required
Training Outcome:
An opportunity for a full-time position at the end of the apprenticeship
Employer Description:Abbey Hill Academy is a kind and welcoming place. Pupils are safe and happy and enjoy coming to school. Staff know the pupils well. Relationships are positive. Pupils know there are trusted adults who will support them to learn and keep them safe."
"Sixth-form students get precisely the right support to help them to get ready for when they leave school. Knowledgeable staff, impartial careers advice and a work-experience and volunteer programme support students to decide what they want to do when they leave school."
(Ofsted January 2020)
Each student follows one of our four 'Pathway' curriculum models to meet their individual needs. These pathways support students with profound multiple learning difficulties, severe learning difficulties, moderate learning difficulties and autism. The curriculum pathways ensure that all students study the essential elements of the mandatory “Post 16 Programme Offer", preparing them for adulthood and further independence.
Talented, committed and dedicated staff work extremely hard to ensure that the individual needs of each student are met.
The Sixth Form Building is purpose-built and provides a superb learning environment where all students feel safe and happy.Working Hours :Monday to Friday.
Working hours to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Team working,Able to work under pressure,Good practical skills,A high level of maturity,Punctual and reliable,Able to follow instructions,Enthusiastic,Willing to learn....Read more...
We’ve got an exciting opportunity for you to join us as an apprentice Assistant Store Manager at the Euston Road Starbucks. Find your place as a leader at Starbucks and help us build the brand’s future. If you're welcoming, helpful and friendly with a desire to learn new skills then this could be the perfect role for you. Apply today to start your fantastic career at Starbucks!
At Starbucks, we're not just about brewing great coffee, we're about brewing great leaders too. Here your voice is brewed into everything we do. Here you’ll take the lead of the shift, working with your team of baristas to create our Starbucks Experience for our customers with high quality service, beverages and products, whilst creating our third place environment.
To be successful in the role, you’ll have previous experience in leading a team in a dynamic, fast-paced and customer-focused retail or hospitality environment. You’ll champion our mission and values to create our Starbucks experience for our customers and partners. You’ll bring your commercial acumen with the ability to translate metrics into actions whilst confidently managing both people and operational priorities. We’re looking for leaders with a growth mindset and an appetite for growing your leadership career.
You’ll spend your time running shifts with our customers at the core, through coaching your team and creating a positive learning environment for your partners on shift. You’ll be solving problems in the moment, as you’ll be responsible, alongside the store management team, to achieve results through making an impact and achieving goals and creating our best moments through operational excellence. You’ll be an ambassador for our partner networks, making sure our partners know, here they belong.
The best part about this role is that no two days are ever the same! Working in one of our dynamic stores, a typical day could include:
Leading shifts with a focus on delivering commercial results and world-class customer experience and ensuring every partner is set up for success
Taking ownership of our KPIs including labour efficiency, waste reduction, and sales performance
Ensuring shift deployment meets planned roles and routines, adjusting to optimise customer experience
Observing partner performance, coaching and providing feedback
Recognising and celebrating partner achievements during and after shifts
Acting as the store’s duty manager when scheduled, being accountable for all operational and partner decisions during your shift
Ensuring brand and operational standards are consistently met or exceeded
Using financial and operational data to make informed decisions that improve shift performance
Training and coaching partners to deliver consistent quality, efficiency, and service excellence
Leading and embedding new initiatives and product launches at store level
Maintaining compliance with health & safety, food safety and security standards
Training:The Training for this Apprenticeship will take place in the work place.
Each Apprentice will be supported throughout the apprenticeship by a structured programme of teaching, e-learning, face to face training and workplace mentoring; this will encourage and help them to meet the requirements of the new standards and will prepare them for the end of point assessment. Once the apprentice has completed a minimum of 12 months training and the employer and Inspiro's regional trainer confirm they have met all the requirements of the standard they will be put through to end point assessment.
The end point assessment is independent from the training and includes a variety of assessment methods which test the skills and knowledge of the apprentice to ensure they are fully competent in their role. Training Outcome:This is a fantastic opportunity to start your career at Starbucks. We pride ourselves on training, development and progression so this application is just the start! This vacancy is for a permanent role.Employer Description:Every day, we go to work hoping to do two things: share great coffee with our friends and help make the world a little better.
It was true when the first Starbucks opened in 1971, and it’s just as true today.
Our mission to inspire and nurture the human spirit – one person, one cup, and one neighbourhood at a time.
Today, with more than 32,000 stores in 80 countries, Starbucks is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. And with every cup, we strive to bring both our heritage and an exceptional experience to life.Working Hours :Various shifts including weekends.Skills: Communication skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,Retail skills,Hospitality skills....Read more...
