81 jobs found in Aylesbury

Sourcing Manager (Procurement) | Contract | £646 per day (umbrella) | Inside IR35 | Milton Keynes Ceto Talent is recruiting for a Sourcing Manager (Procurement) to join a major rail infrastructure organisation on an initial 6-month contract, with a view to extension. Based in Milton Keynes with 3 days per week in the office, this is a senior sourcing role managing multi-million-pound opportunities across complex spend categories. Rail experience is essential for this role. Essential Requirements * Rail sector experience — essential. * Degree in Business or Economics, or equivalent proven commercial experience. * Extensive sourcing experience with a demonstrable track record of savings delivery. * Proven negotiation and dispute resolution skills at an expert level. * Demonstrable experience of contract law and financial management. * Proven experience driving value from complex sourcing opportunities, including within an OJEU/procurement legislative environment....

Our client, a leading name in the procurement within civil engineering, is looking to bring on a talented Sourcing Manager. This position provides a platform to utilize your expertise in a challenging yet rewarding environment. Role: Sourcing Manager Contract Length: 6 months Location: Milton Keynes *Hybrid - 3 days/week in the office) Pay Rate: £(Apply online only)/day (Inside IR35) Role Overview This role involves managing sourcing activities for medium-cost and business-risk opportunities. You'll be responsible for generating ideas and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver significant commercial and contractual value. Key Responsibilities Manage the sourcing process from business requirement to contract signature for complex spending categories. Implement approved Integrated Category Strategies (ICS) for maximum savings. Apply the Sourcing Framework for opportunities outside ICS and manage risk and governance requirements. Expert negotiation for sourcing savings...

Deputy Team Manager required in Luton Borough Council's children and families team! About the Role To lead and manage an experienced team of ASYE's, Social Workers and Senior Practitioners, aimed at supporting the best possible outcomes for children and young people. Enable children and young people to remain safely within their home and /or community environment, wherever possible, including appropriate provisions identified by the Local Authority, and ensure they achieve good outcomes through effective social work intervention. Where this is not possible to ensure that the children and young people are safeguarded via statutory routes including Care Proceedings and alternative permanent care. Ensure the team provides effective services, employing best professional practice and standards, which have measurable benefit for service users. Requirements as a Social Worker include: SWE Registration Eligible to work in the UK Drive and have access to a car Post-qualified experience...

HR Manager – St Albans (Hybrid) Up to £60,000 + Benefits | 6-12 Month Fixed Term Contract This is a hands-on HR leadership role supporting both the UK head office and international subsidiaries of a global technology business. As HR Manager, you’ll lead on a range of core people functions, from recruitment and onboarding to policy development, performance management, and employee engagement. You’ll oversee employee records, manage HR systems and documentation, and play a key part in driving compliance, employee wellbeing, and organisational development. Acting as a key point of contact for both staff and management, you’ll provide practical HR advice and guidance, while managing a small team and supporting the development of the wider HR function across the group. What’s on offer: You’ll work in a collaborative and engaging environment where continuous improvement is encouraged. In return, you’ll benefit from private healthcare, life insurance, a pension scheme, flexible working,...

We are recruiting for a Customer Services Lead on behalf of a client. Our client is is a leading global distributor of pharmaceuticals. Their success to date is the result of 50 years’ experience exporting medicines to their customers in over 70 countries across 6 continents. * Customer Services Manager * Location - Watford * 1 year fixed term contract with a review * Salary £40,000 * Hybrid working from home 2 days a week * Hours are Monday to Friday days (37.5 hours) * Bonus - Performance related * Holidays 24 days plus Bank Holidays Team leadership - Lead, motivate, and coach the Customer Service team to ensure a high level of engagement and performance. Maintain excellent, prompt, and consistent customer service standards across the team. Monitor team and individual performance through monthly and quarterly KPIs and take appropriate actions where required. Drive continuous improvement in team performance, processes, and systems to increase...

Job Title: Property Manager Location: Slough and some work out of East London head office Contract: Rolling 3-month contract Rate: £25-£27 per hour (Umbrella) Overview A Housing Association in Slough is seeking an experienced Property Manager to support the effective management of a residential portfolio. This is a customer-facing role requiring strong estate management, tenancy management, and maintenance coordination skills. Key Responsibilities Deliver a responsive, efficient and customer-focused estate management service Manage tenancies and licences, including processing lets and fast-paced move-ins Conduct regular estate walkarounds and weekly inspections across the patch Carry out Health & Safety checks and follow up on Fire Risk Assessment actions Monitor maintenance issues, raise repairs and manage contractors through to completion Manage voids effectively, supporting rental income and minimising void periods Liaise with internal teams, third-party...

Duties will include to; * Review, Challenge and sign off recommended packages and support plans, to ensure that management of care and wellbeing of residents is done in line with agreed service procedures and national legislation. * Resolve complex and high-risk situations using negotiation and diplomacy, involving individuals, their families, or staff groups, seeking support from a senior manager when required to fully protect residents. * Build and develop partnerships and relationships with members, senior officers, external organisations and the community to ensure services are developed in line with changing priorities and needs. * Operationalise plans and deploys resources to meet clearly articulated objectives, whilst using ability to shape and tailor their approach to deliver quality and safe services. If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance

Role: Supervisor Salary: £14 ph Location: Windsor Hours: 40 hours per week/ must be available on weekends Our Client a rapidly expanding London based womenswear brand is looking for an energetic and passionate store supervisor to support their Windsor location. You will be their brand ambassador priding yourself on their mindful production, responsible sourcing, and delivering inclusive, positive experiences for every customer! Responsibilities: Deliver an outstanding customer experience aligned with brand values. Lead by example in customer interactions, styling advice, and product knowledge. Drive sales performance, supporting the team to achieve daily KPIs and conversion targets. Resolve customer queries and issues professionally and efficiently.Team Leadership Support with daily team briefings, motivation, and delegation of tasks. Supervise the team on the shop floor, ensuring productivity and excellent service. Provide coaching and feedback to team members to...

Role: Supervisor Salary: £14 ph Location: Windsor Hours: 40 hours per week/ must be available on weekends Our Client a rapidly expanding London based womenswear brand is looking for an energetic and passionate store supervisor to support their Windsor location. You will be their brand ambassador priding yourself on their mindful production, responsible sourcing, and delivering inclusive, positive experiences for every customer! Responsibilities: Deliver an outstanding customer experience aligned with brand values. Lead by example in customer interactions, styling advice, and product knowledge. Drive sales performance, supporting the team to achieve daily KPIs and conversion targets. Resolve customer queries and issues professionally and efficiently.Team Leadership Support with daily team briefings, motivation, and delegation of tasks. Supervise the team on the shop floor, ensuring productivity and excellent service. Provide coaching and feedback to team members to...

Job Title: Project Manager – SAP S/4HANA & CX Transformation Location: Reading - 2 day Employement type: Contract/Permanent Job Type: 6 months- Inside IR35 Role overview: Project Manager – SAP S/4HANA & CX Transformation Role Overview An experienced Project Manager is required to lead the delivery of a greenfield SAP S/4HANA and SAP CX transformation for a mid-market organisation. This role requires a delivery leader who has successfully managed end-to-end SAP programmes of similar scale and complexity, with a strong command of SAP Activate methodology, and the ability to balance structure with pragmatic execution. Key Responsibilities Project Leadership & Governance Own the end-to-end project plan, milestones, and delivery across all SAP Activate phases * Establish and manage governance structures including status reporting, RAID logs, and steering committees * Ensure alignment across stakeholders, workstreams, and delivery partners Delivery Management Lead...

Our client, a renowned leader in the Public Sector, is seeking a Senior Category Manager. Be part of a team that priorities environmental, safety, and ethical standards while pursuing excellence. Benefits: £80-85/hour rate: Competitive compensation for your expertise. Values-driven culture: Align with principles of sustainability and ethics. Flexible schedule: Hybrid office days in Reading. Role Responsibilities: Strategic Initiatives: Implement cost-effective solutions in Category Management. Supplier Management: Enhance performance and manage risks. Contract Negotiations: Lead complex negotiations for optimal business outcomes. Requirements Experience: 5+ years in category management or strategic sourcing. Extensive FM (soft and hard) experience Skills: Analytical proficiency and procurement software expertise. Security Clarence: Eligible for SC Closing Statement: Ready to make a difference in a forward-thinking environment? Apply now and drive success as a Senior...

Site Project Manager - Water Infrastructure Location: Thames Valley Region Contract Type: Contract with Temp-to-Perm Potential Are you an experienced Project Manager looking for your next challenge in the water sector? Or are you currently operating as a Site Manager or Site Agent and ready to take the next step into Project Management? Our client, a leading main contractor within the water industry, is seeking a hands-on Site Project Manager to oversee the day-to-day delivery of water infrastructure schemes. This role would be ideal for someone from a strong Site Manager or Site Agent background who is looking to transition into a more project-focused role with greater commercial and programme responsibility. This is an excellent opportunity to work across a range of water mains and network upgrade projects, supporting the delivery of vital improvements for Thames Water. About the Role As Site Project Manager, you will take ownership of site delivery for water main...

Category Manager | Procurement Manager | Commercial Manager Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our client in the Defence Sector, who is seeking a Category Manager for an initial 6-month assignment with an option to extend. Location: Hybrid working - Reading The ideal candidate will hold an active security clearance and strong experience in Category Management, with the following skills and qualifications: Demonstrated experience in Category Management and developing Category Strategies within the Defence, Nuclear, or Central Government sectors. Proficiency in Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Relationship Management, and Contract Management. Familiarity with the public sector and end-to-end procurement processes. Knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 is preferred. Experience with NEC 3/4 Contract Management is also desired. CIPS Certification is a plus.To apply, please submit your updated CV for consideration

Role: Contract IT Manager / Head of IT (OUTSIDE IR35) Length: 6 to 9 Month Contract Location: Hybrid in Reading (1-2 days onsite) Day Rate: £500 to £600 per day The Role Technify Talent is partnering with a leading technology business based in Reading to hire a Contract IT Manager / Head of IT on a 6 to 9 month initial contract (Outside IR35). This is a hands on leadership role, overseeing a small IT Team (3 Linux Systems Engineers and 1 Infrastructure Lead) while driving the business’s IT transformation journey. The business’s infrastructure is primarily on-premise, with plans to transition to the cloud to support growth, improve scalability, and enhance operational scalability. Key Responsibilities * Infrastructure Management: Oversee daily IT operations, manage team of 4, ensure secure network and data systems * IT Transformation: Lead initiatives aligning IT with business goals, identify process improvements * Cybersecurity / ISO: Identify risks, lead ISO/IEC...

Role: Contract IT Infrastructure Manager (OUTSIDE IR35) Length: 6 to 9 Month Contract Location: Hybrid in Reading (2 days onsite) Day Rate: £500 to £600 per day The Role Technify Talent is partnering with a leading technology business based in Reading to hire a Contract IT Infrastructure Manager on a 6 to 9 month initial contract (Outside IR35). This is a hands on leadership role, overseeing a small IT Team (3 Linux Systems Engineers and 1 Infrastructure Lead) while driving the business’s IT transformation journey. The business’s infrastructure is primarily on-premise, with plans to transition to the cloud to support, growth, improve scalability, and enhance operational scalability. Key Responsibilities * Infrastructure Management: Oversee daily IT operations, manage team of 4, ensure secure network and data systems * IT Transformation: Lead initiatives aligning IT with business goals, identify process improvements * Cybersecurity / ISO: Identify risks, lead ISO/IEC...

Configuration Manager Stevenage 12 Month Initial Contract   Overview of department: Configuration Management is pivotal to success in developing and delivering engineered products to our customers and frontline users. Through the controlled application and compliance of processes, we give our programmes confidence and assurance in all products that we produce.   Description of the Role Experienced Configuration professional with an ability to provide technical support to the Configuration Management team. Your ability to build networks and foster strong relationships with the team to review, develop and deliver Configuration Management processes and procedures, as well as supporting and technically coaching project Configuration Managers to deliver technical excellence contributing towards the overall success of our business programmes.   What we’re looking for A proven track record of experience within engineering organisations or operational domains, with a strong technical...

Financial Improvement Project Manager - Interim Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a Local Authority in Berkshire to appoint an Interim Financial Improvement Project Manager to support the delivery of a large-scale Finance Improvement Programme. This is a key interim role focused on overseeing multiple transformation projects, ensuring strong governance, effective delivery, and transparent reporting within a complex programme environment. What's on Offer Rate: £550 per day (negotiable) Contract length: 6 months initially Full-time Hybrid working - 2 days on site Start: ASAP / subject to notice The Role The successful candidate will support the delivery of multiple projects within a Finance Improvement Programme, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and maintaining strong programme control. Key responsibilities: Supporting the definition, planning, execution, and closure of multiple transformation projects. Maintaining programme plans,...

Duties will be to; 1. Make a positive contribution to the delivery of the service, this will include working flexibly and positively to achieve the objectives of the council. 2. Provide direct line management and supervision to practitioners including ASYEs who work with children and young people under statutory obligations 3. To undertake joint home visits with members of staff; conduct practice observations and provide constructive feedback 4. Manage and lead staff to achieve high performance and effective operational delivery, including developing and improving staff capability. 5. Manage a customer focused service and the effective use of resources. If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Registered Manager to lead a 2-bed children’s home supporting two young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) in the NN4 area. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring high standards of care, compliance, and a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment. Key Responsibilities * Register and maintain full regulatory compliance * Lead, recruit, and develop a dedicated care team * Oversee safeguarding, behaviour support plans, risk assessments, and care planning * Manage budgets, staffing rotas, and administrative duties * Build strong relationships with families, professionals, and external stakeholders * Monitor outcomes for young people and ensure consistently high standards of care Requirements * Proven experience within residential children’s services, particularly supporting EBD * Minimum 2 years’ experience in a...

Are you looking for a new opportunity as a Deputy Manager to work with individuals with complex needs? Responsibilities of the role: * To assist the Manager in ensuring the effective, safe and profitable running of all locations * Assist with individual referrals * Provide support to all staff within the group on a 24 hour on call basis * Ability to work 2 weekends per month * Assist with management of staff Requirements: * Experience of working with people with complex needs desirable * NVQ in Health and Social Care Level 3 mandatory working toward Level 5 * Excellent communication skills * Team player * Good organisational skills * Drivers license * Must be on call one weekend per month Our client offers use of company vehicle during shifts, 28 days holiday, social events and career development/training