39 business development manager jobs found

Contract Bid Project Manager Rochester Based £67.47 an hour Umbrella Inside IR35 12 Month Contracts As a Bid Project Manager, you will lead and deliver complex bids and proposals across a range of product lines, operating primarily in the early stages of the project lifecycle. You will run bids as structured, high-impact projects - from opportunity shaping and campaign activity through to contract award and handover into execution. This is a highly visible role where your work directly contributes to major business wins. You will operate at pace, lead multi-disciplinary teams across a matrix organisation, and apply strong project management discipline to ensure bids are delivered on time, to quality, and in line with commercial and customer objectives. This role is ideal for an experienced Project Manager who thrives in early-lifecycle environments. Knowledge: Proven experience leading complex bids, proposals or early-lifecycle projects from capture through to contract...

Job Title: Commercial Manager Location: Hybrid - 2 days a week on site in Leeds Workshops will require travel average 1 day per month in London or Leeds. Contract Duration: 12 Months Daily Rate: £725/day (Umbrella – Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Essential Skills & Criteria: * Experience delivering procurements under the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23), including familiarity with the Central Digital Platform, new notice types, and associated procedures. Given the recent implementation of PA23. * Significant procurement experience using a range of procedures * Strong business acumen and ability to show evidence-based decision making * Excellent stakeholder management skills * Excellent communication (written and oral) and influencing skills * Awareness of public sector procurement legislation * Relevant commercial experience Desirable Criteria: * A proven track-record delivering contract management in a commercial environment * The ability to drive improved...

An exciting opportunity for an experienced HR Transformation & Integration Manager - (2 Year FTC) to lead the end to end people work stream of a major acquisition within a fast paced, evolving automotive organisation. Acting as the central connector across all HR, people, process and systems activities, you will oversee the entire journey from due diligence through to full integration, ensuring a smooth, compliant and well coordinated transition.This role is ideal for a seasoned HR Business Partner or HR Transformation Lead who has delivered complex integrations, acquisitions, and large scale organisational change within commercial, fast paced environments. Key ResponsibilitiesEnd‑to‑End HR Integration Own the full HR integration workstream for the acquisition, managing people, process and systems alignment. Develop and manage a comprehensive HR project plan, covering milestones across HR Operations, Payroll, Reward, ER, Talent, Systems, Data, and Communications. Lead HR due...

We are presently looking to recruit an Account Manager for a Midlands based Automotive Supplier. The Account Manager will be responsible for all commercial activities across key automotive OEM’s, and will also have responsibility for generating quotations as well as engineering changes through the development phase through to launch. The successful Account Manager will be acting as the primary interface with the customer and therefore automotive experience is essential. Main responsibilities will include the following: *Maintain existing business and win new business within a specified Customer area. *Maximize profitability through negotiation with Customers, Purchasing and Engineering Departments. *Support Program Management with professional commercial liaison with Customer contacts to ensure all commercial issues are resolved prior to launch *Grow and maintain successful relationships with customers, decision makers and influencers Ideally, candidates will have previous...

Location: Dagenham Contract: 3‑month temporary contract, with strong potential for extension Rate: £22.02 per hour PAYE or £28.71 per hour Umbrella Hours: Full‑time, including occasional weekends and public holidays (rota-based) The London Borough of Barking & Dagenham is seeking a proactive and experienced Street Cleansing Day Supervisor to support the Street Cleansing Operations Manager and lead a multi‑skilled team of drivers and cleansing operatives. This role is essential in ensuring the delivery of a high-quality, efficient, and customer‑focused street cleansing service across the borough. You will take responsibility for day‑to‑day supervision, resource planning, service quality, and operational delivery. A key part of the role includes completing handovers with the evening supervisor to ensure seamless service continuity. Key Responsibilities Supervise and coordinate a multi‑skilled team of drivers and operatives to deliver high‑quality street cleansing...

Business Support Manager – Childrens Social Care – Liverpool LA £21.84+ per Hour (negotiable depending on experience) Hybrid working available 3 months initial contract – likely to be extended Job Responsibilities: * Responsible for the day to day management, leadership and development of business support staff * To have responsibility for specific functions, project work in partnership with social care managers * To be accountable for the recruitment, training and development of staff, and manage attendance, disciplinary, grievance and personnel matters related to the staff that they supervise * To work as part of the Business Support management team to develop a high quality service and communication network to internal and external customers * Management responsibility for the administration and recording of panels, including updating trackers required for Cabinet Members and statutory national statistics / reports You must have: * Substantial management experience...

Project Manager Hampshire based with other offices in Gloucestershire and Woking, Requires 2 days p/week on site - 6 months initial contract (Inside IR35) – SC Required We are looking for a Project Manager to provide support to the Defence business unit, delivering activities across multiple concurrent projects. Areas of Responsibility * Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables with stakeholders * Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and milestones * Allocate and manage resources effectively * Control budgets, track costs, and ensure financial compliance * Lead and motivate cross-functional teams * Identify, assess, and mitigate risks and issues * Monitor progress and implement corrective actions as needed * Manage stakeholder communication and expectations * Maintain project documentation and reporting * Ensure quality standards are met across all deliverables * Support effective project closure, including lessons learned...

Job Title: Senior Category Manager - SC Location: Reading  (2-3 days/week on site) Contract Duration: 8 Months Daily Rate: £77.20/hr(Umbrella – Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & Sole Uk National Essential Requirements: Significant Public Sector Procurement experience (5+ years) Supplier Relationship skills Facility Management (FM) or Works experience (Must have) Not necessarily heavy construction but definitely FM. NEC Experience or at least a good understanding of how it operates Good working knowledge of how a contract operates Must have led/delivered procurement projects in a highly regulated, complex, environment.Need someone with real ‘doing’ experience. Project is in Procurement stage - Needs analysis stage to contract stage Key Accountabilities: Develop and implement Category Strategies for assigned sub-group of categories, balancing short and long-term objectives to meet business strategy and efficiencies (savings) in alignment with...

Project Manager Location: Role can work out of Romsey, Gloucester or Woking min 2 days per week onsite Clearance: SC clearance is essential Day Rate: £650 - £695 a day IR35: Inside Skills: +Extensive experience in managing hardware / software bids up to £5m +SC clearance +MOD +Sole British national - due to nature of the project We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to deliver complex hardware/software programmes within a defence environment, including work with the UK Ministry of Defence. Areas of Responsibility: Project Definition and Scope Defining the project's purpose, goals, objectives, and specific deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders to ensure a clear understanding of what needs to be accomplished. Planning and Scheduling Creating a comprehensive project plan, including a detailed timeline, milestones, and dependencies, and developing a realistic schedule to ensure the project stays on track. Resource Management Identifying, recruiting, and...

We're seeking an experienced Interim Procurement Manager to shape strategy, drive value and support organisational direction. As Procurement Manager, you'll work closely with the CFO on medium‑term planning, lead procurement and category strategies, ensure compliance, and balance cost efficiency with quality. Client Details This is a Not-for-Profit organisation. They are a medium-sized entity focused on delivering exceptional service while maintaining efficient procurement and supply chain operations. Description Key responsibilities for the Interim Procurement Manager: Work in partnership with the CFO to design and deliver a medium‑term plan for procurement, setting strategic direction and priorities. Lead the development and execution of procurement strategies that align with organisational goals and budgets. Conduct comprehensive market analysis to identify cost‑saving and value‑enhancing opportunities. Develop and manage category strategies across major spend areas to...

Payroll Team Manager Preston based £36.51 an hour Umbrella Inside IR35 12 Month Contract initially. This is a great opportunity to work within one of the UK's leading Defence organisations based In Preston. Hybrid working, 2-3 days per week on site. Core duties General Managing the team SLA's and KPI's to ensure that all Payrolls are delivered accurately and on time. Maintaining and monitoring daily/weekly quality statistics, thereafter providing recommendations. Lead on internal/external Payroll reviews/audits. Lead on the continuous improvement initiative within the team, implementing new ideas and better ways of working. Lead the team on the review and timely completion of all outstanding Finance Reconciliation items. Responsible for providing subject matter expertise to key projects including TUPE activities/acquisitions. Responsible for the ongoing review of existing processes and work instructions to ensure these remain up to date, relevant and fit for purpose. Assist...

Supply Chain Technical Product Manager (6-Month Placement)Southampton | Luxury Yacht Industry Step into a pivotal role where supply chain strategy meets world‑class yacht design. Our client is looking for a Supply Chain Technical Product Manager to join them for a 6‑month placement, helping shape the next generation of luxury marine products. About the Role You’ll work at the intersection of engineering, procurement, and product development ensuring supply chain decisions support innovative, functional, and cost effective yacht design. This is a hands‑on role where collaboration, technical insight, and strategic thinking come together. What You’ll Be Doing You’ll partner closely with engineering and procurement teams to align supply chain goals with product plans, managing key tools such as the RFQ cost tracker. Day to day, you’ll collaborate with design, sales, marketing, and operations to keep product launches smooth and well‑coordinated, while supporting design teams in...

Customer Service Supervisor Swadlincote, up to £34,000 Permanent | Full time, Monday to Friday (flexible start and finish times) Office Based We're working with a growing, well-established business South Derbyshire currently looking to appoint an experienced Customer Service Manager to lead and develop their customer support function. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences while driving team performance. The Opportunity... You'll take ownership of a busy customer service operation, leading from the front to ensure high standards, strong team engagement, and continuous improvement across the function. This role offers real scope to make an impact, influence processes, and shape the customer journey within a business that is continuing to expand. Key Responsibilities: -Lead, motivate, and develop a customer service team to achieve KPIs -Oversee...

Pertemps are currently recruiting for an experienced Production Manager to lead and manage all aspects of a busy manufacturing operation. You will be responsible for safety, quality, production output, cost control, delivery performance, and team development. You will take ownership of operational priorities, drive continuous improvement, and ensure production targets are met efficiently. Key Responsibilities: Lead Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance, including Zero Harm initiatives Drive quality standards through Zero Defects programs and process controls Plan and manage production throughput to meet schedules and customer requirements Oversee staffing levels, training, performance management, and absence Manage departmental budgets, labour costs, and daily production plans Implement Lean / Six Sigma tools to improve productivity and reduce waste Motivate and develop Team Leaders and Operators Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, HR, and Planning teams to meet...

SC Johnson Professional have an exciting opportunity for a Assistant New Product Development (NPD) Manager to join the team! You will join us on a full time, 6 month fixed term contract, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary. Location: Denby, Derbyshire Function: Marketing Internal Job Title: Senior Associate, (End-User Segment) About us: Joining the team at SC Johnson Professional® makes you part of a family company with a deep history in the professional market as a leading manufacturer of skincare, cleaning and hygiene products, and smart technologies. We provide solutions to Healthcare, Clean Industrial, Industrial, Office & Institutional, Hospitality & Travel, and Retail & Entertainment markets. SC Johnson Professional® is a business unit within SC Johnson, a family-owned and led company and leading manufacturer of quality, trusted products since 1886. What’s in it for you? Competitive salary plus bonus Remote work is available once a week...

We are recruiting for a Change Manager on contract to be based in central London to work for a leading Telecoms organisation. The person will support OCM for Business Continuity Management, NOT ServiceNow specific. Must have the BCM experience. The Change Manager is responsible for planning and delivering business change and adoption activities within technology and transformation programmes, ensuring new services, systems and ways of working are Embedded, adopted and sustained. This role is delivery-focused and hands-on, supporting one or more projects at a time, while contributing to the growth and maturity of the ACM practice through the creation of assets, consistent ways of working and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Change Delivery & Execution * Deliver end-to-end change management activities for assigned projects, aligned to Computacenter's ACM framework, ensuring adoption is planned alongside technical delivery. * Produce and maintain core change...

Kinetic PLC are currently seeking a Senior Manager / R&D Programmer to join a busy Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Company, based within the Harlow, Essex area. Duration: 2 years from Start Annual Salary: approx £56,(Apply online only)% Remote - will access systems via your own laptop - VDI connection) 25 Days Annual Leave (pro rata plus Bank Holidays) Position Summary: The Clinical Programming (Contractor) is responsible for providing comprehensive programming support, including managing the timely and accurate execution of programming components of clinical trials. The clinical programming contractor independently manages completed projects that involve global tasks, or cross functional teams The role may require providing inputs to design and analysis, and reporting the results of clinical trials, including programming rules and mocked T/L/G. In addition, providing programming support for publication for our marketed drugs. Essential Duties & Responsibilities:...

Software Engineering Manager with a strong background in greenfield platform/ portal development (ideally gained in a B2B or B2B2C environment) is sought on a contract basis by a high growth PE backed scale up based near Peterborough. With recent investment into technology this Software Engineering Manager will play a crucial role in driving innovation across software engineering, automation, cloud and architecture affording this Software Engineering Manager an unparalleled level of autonomy to drive change. As the business scales and adds additional functionality this software engineering Manager will work closely with department heads to develop a technical roadmap that will directly linked to business success over the coming years. This role would suit a hands-on Engineering Manager with a well rounded skill set (engineering, data, architecture, cloud, deployment) who is local and available for immediate start. This Software Engineering Manager based near...

HR Manager (12-Month Fixed Term Contract) Location: Chiswick Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (12 months) Working Pattern: Full-Time, hybrid - 3 days per week office based Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum Benefits: 25 days of holiday plus UK bank holidays. Flexible hybrid working (typically 3 days in the office). Medicash policy, covering health, dental, and optical needs. Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). Free fitness and wellbeing app. Cycle to Work scheme and enhanced family-friendly policies. Opportunities for skill development across diverse projects. A vibrant office culture with regular social events and activities. Are you an experienced HR professional looking for an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact? If so, we have the perfect role for you! Our client, a leading data and services organisation, is on the lookout for a dynamic HR Manager to join their team for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is your chance to play a...

People Policy and Relations Manager Contract: Temporary - 12-month Maternity Leave Cover Hours: Full Time and Part Time Available Location: Pontypridd, with hybrid working opportunities Salary: £41,064 per annum (Pro rata) Overview We are working with a large higher-education provider in South Wales who are seeking an experienced and proactive People Policy and Relations Manager to support the development of a positive, inclusive, and resolution-focused workplace culture during a period of maternity leave cover. This role plays a key part in shaping and delivering effective employee relations strategies, ensuring that policies and procedures remain legally compliant, values-driven, and aligned with organisational ethos. Key Responsibilities Lead on the development, review, and implementation of people, policies and procedures that reflect best practice and employment legislation. Monitor upcoming legislative changes (new or amended legislation) and ensure the...