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Branch Manager - Automotive Aftermarket / Motor Factor Distribution
Take the wheel of a fast-moving automotive aftermarket distribution operation.
We're on the lookout for a Branch Manager with hands-on experience in the automotive aftermarket or motor factor sector — someone who understands how crucial speed, accuracy, and service are in parts distribution.
If you're a natural leader who's walked the shop floor, knows how to get the best from people, and thrives in a performance-driven environment, then this is a chance to step into a rewarding role with real ownership.
Ideal Location: Bristol, Bath, Weston Super Mare, Berkeley, Wells, Filton, Portishead, Shepton Mallet, Axbridge, Bradley Stoke, Gloucester
Salary: Circa £50K Basic + Bonus (7.5%) + Pension + 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (32 days total) + Life Assurance + Employee Assistance Program + Free Onsite Parking + Kitchen Facilities
What You'll Bring:
Background in motor factors / aftermarket / parts distribution
Strong leadership - you've led operational teams and know how to keep them engaged and on track
Confidence managing inbound & outbound warehouse operations - goods-in, stock control, picking, packing, dispatch
Highly organised, able to stay calm under pressure and manage shifting priorities
A solid understanding of Health & Safety, compliance, and warehouse KPIs
Tech-savvy - confident using WMS systems and Microsoft Office tools
Solution-driven - you don't wait for problems to escalate, you get ahead of them
Your Day-to-Day:
Oversee daily branch operations - warehousing, distribution, and customer service
Manage, coach, and motivate your team to deliver against performance targets
Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant working environment
Ensure same-day dispatch and high levels of customer satisfaction
Drive improvement and efficiency across systems and processes
Lead quarterly stock checks and ensure accurate inventory records
Collaborate with procurement to resolve supply issues quickly
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Type: Permanent Location: Bristol, England
Start: 21/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £50000 per annum + + bonus + pension + life assurance
Posted: 2025-08-21 10:49:52
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Deputy Store Manager - Charity Retail Superstore
Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire Salary: £27,000 -£29,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week, including weekends)
Store Opening Hours: Monday - Saturday 9:30am - 5pm and Sunday 10am - 4pm
Are you an experienced retail professional with a passion for people, purpose and pre-loved goods? This is your chance to make a real difference in the community while building your leadership career in the charity retail sector.
A well-established charity retailer in Oxford is looking for a Deputy Store Manager to support the day-to-day running of its flagship store and wider retail operation.
This is more than a shop, it's a place of social impact, where retail meets rehabilitation, reuse and reinvestment in people.
About the Role
As Deputy Store Manager, you will work closely with the Store Manager and a small leadership team to ensure the smooth, safe, and commercially successful running of the store.
You will lead from the front, supporting, developing and motivating a diverse team of staff, volunteers and programme participants.
This is a hands-on, multi-faceted role that spans shop floor leadership, people management, operational coordination, and community engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the Store Manager in all areas of store operations and deputise in their absence
Lead and inspire a team of volunteers and programme participants (Companions) to deliver excellent customer service and achieve sales targets
Oversee shop floor standards, health and safety checks and day-to-day operational excellence
Support stock control and ensure smooth coordination with the collections and deliveries team
Contribute to financial performance through accurate till procedures and cost controls
Help maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and purposeful retail environment in line with the charity's values
Work collaboratively across the wider retail and support team
About You:
Essential:
Previous retail leadership/supervisory experience and a strong customer focus
Strong leadership and delegation skills
Excellent communication, organisation and time management
Ability to work weekends on a rota basis
Desirable:
Retail management experience in charity or second-hand retail
Experience working with vulnerable individuals or those with challenging behaviours would be advantageous
Experience supervising volunteers
First Aid or Health and Safety qualifications
Passion for sustainability and social impact
Why Apply?
Join a purpose-driven organisation making a difference in Oxfordshire
Work in a values-led environment with a focus on community, inclusion and sustainability
Help transform lives while developing your own leadership career
Competitive salary and supportive team culture
Ready to step into a meaningful retail management role?
Apply today and be part of something bigger.
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Type: Permanent Location: Oxford, England
Salary / Rate: £27000 - £29000 per annum + Great Benefits
Posted: 2025-08-21 10:08:12
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Job Description:
We're supporting a leading financial services organisation in Edinburgh with their search for an Investment Trust Marketing Manager on an initial 4 month contract (with expected extension).
This is a hands-on executional role which requires strong multi-channel campaign management and our client works a minimum of 4 days per week in the office.
Skills/Experience:
Proficiency in Eloqua (essential)
Project management experience
Excellent attention to detail and ability to juggle multiple campaigns
Experience within Investment Trust marketing (beneficial)
Degree in advertising/marketing (preferred)
Core Responsibilities:
Delivering tactical, multi-channel campaigns targeting diverse audiences
Managing email marketing campaigns via Eloqua
Updating and maintaining websites with latest content
Coordinating events and supporting PR/media initiatives
Collaborating with external research & media agencies
Working with both external PR partners and in-house PR teams
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16216
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Type: Contract Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2025-08-21 10:01:07
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A leading provider of secure satellite communications and technical support services is seeking a Technical Service Manager to take ownership of high-priority UK Government support cases.
This is a key role supporting MOD satellite communication systems, ensuring that service delivery meets demanding SLAs and through-life performance expectations.
This position offers the opportunity to work at the heart of defence communications, managing technical escalations, driving resolutions, and working closely with engineering, project, and field service teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee all technical support cases related to MOD Commercial Satellite Communication Services.
- Act as the key point of contact for complex escalations, working alongside engineering, support, and project teams to resolve issues.
- Ensure service visits are coordinated for maximum efficiency, covering logistics, equipment use, and alignment with project or survey work.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure support cases meet technical, commercial, and contractual obligations.
- Liaise with MOD authorities and internal teams, attending meetings and presenting status updates as needed.
- Track support trends using ticketing and monitoring systems and drive continual improvement initiatives.
- Maintain configuration control using secure systems and prepare technical documentation and case handover notes.
- Deliver training to 1st/2nd line support staff and onboard new Field Service Engineers.
Skills & Experience Required
- Royal Navy or MOD technical comms experience, particularly in COMSAT, MILSAT, MNE, and message handling systems.
- Technical knowledge of electrical/electronic systems, networking, and satellite communications.
- Ability to manage technical cases independently and communicate clearly with internal stakeholders and government customers.
- Proven problem-solving ability and ownership mentality.
- Strong documentation and organisational skills; confident using ticketing systems and standard office software.
- Eligible for or already hold DV Security Clearance.
- Knowledge of ITIL and wider MOD networks across land and sea is advantageous.
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Type: Permanent Location: Surrey,England
Start: 21/08/2025
Salary / Rate: Competitive
Posted: 2025-08-21 08:25:20
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We are seeking an experienced Maritime Project Manager to lead and deliver critical implementation projects across the UK Ministry of Defence maritime domain.
You will be responsible for managing the successful integration of communications and networking equipment across platforms including the Royal Navy, Royal Fleet Auxiliary, and other government vessels.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment, supporting some of the most mission-critical defence projects in the UK.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage multiple, concurrent MOD maritime installation projects from initiation to delivery.
- Produce Equipment Guidance Packages (EGP), Installation Guidance Packages (IGP), and Modification Leaflets based on engineering input and site surveys.
- Lead the Change Impact Assessment Process (CIAP) in collaboration with engineering and assurance teams.
- Oversee internal project reporting and represent progress at customer governance meetings.
- Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure timely equipment delivery and integration.
- Track project schedules, manage risk, and ensure all dependencies are identified and resolved.
What You\'ll Bring
- Proven experience in project management, specifically with MOD or UK government departments.
- Hands-on involvement in UK MOD maritime electrical installation projects.
- Technical background with electrical/electronic systems, IT networking, or satellite communications.
- Strong documentation skills, ideally with experience writing EGPs, IGPs, and Mod Leaflets.
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, balance priorities, and drive delivery under pressure.
- DV (Developed Vetting) clearance, or the ability to obtain it.
What You\'ll Need
- Strong customer-facing approach with attention to detail and a flexible mindset.
- Project ownership mentality with sound judgement and problem-solving ability.
- Willingness to travel across the UK as required for site visits and installations.
- Familiarity with standard project reporting tools and MS Office applications.
Why Apply?
This is a high-impact role offering real responsibility on nationally important projects, working with dedicated professionals in the defence and communications sectors.
If you're proactive, technically fluent, and thrive in a complex delivery environment, wed love to hear from you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Surrey,England
Start: 21/08/2025
Salary / Rate: Competitive
Posted: 2025-08-21 08:25:09
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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:
The Production Manager will oversee the day-to-day activities of target manufacturing activities to meet daily, monthly, quarterly, and yearly deadlines and provide leadership for the shift supervisors and associates within the value stream.
The Production Manager will drive the lean process to maximize profitable growth, provide premier customer service, develop a technically qualified workforce, reduce operating costs and inventories through incremental and quantum continuous improvements.
TREMCO'S EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL LEADERS:
Embodies the company's core values of transparency, trust, and respect by demonstrating integrity, commitment, responsible entrepreneurship, and moral courage.
Applies the company's policies and adheres to processes to ensure compliance and organizational best practices.
Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all areas of responsibility, such as hiring and promotion decisions.
Effectively and efficiently onboards new employees.
Conducts annual performance evaluations and provides ongoing performance feedback, maintaining clear and timely documentation.
Coaches and manages employees using the company's philosophy and tools to ensure talent is developed and retained.
Constructs succession plans to ensure the sustainability and continuity of the area of responsibility.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leads and guides Lean initiatives within the designated work cell.
Works closely with plant-level management on Lean process projects using lean tools and metrics.
Helps develop a Lean Strategy to be implemented plant-wide.
Participates in FIT and continuous improvement initiatives using tools such as Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other process improvement techniques.
Drives Lean Management - including Tier Meetings, Supervisor Standard Work, Accountability Boards, and overall process discipline.
Responsible for hiring and developing associates, budget planning, employment decisions and performance assessment of shop floor associates.
Operates as part of a Leadership Team responsible for running the factory to specific KPI's and improvement activities.
Promotes and ensures a safe and environmentally compliant work environment.
Directly manages the departmental cell and works cooperatively with other functional managers/supervisors/leaders to optimize the entire value stream.
The Product Manager is relentless about implementing MS168 and continuous improvement.
Responsible for understanding the current culture by reviewing existing policies and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
HS Diploma with 8+ years' experience OR
Engineering Degree with 2 years' experience OR
Non-Engineering Degree with 4 years' experience.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
1 year of previous supervisor or management experience required.
OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
Demonstrate problem analysis and problem solving.
Ability to organize, plan and execute.
Experience in implementing Lean.
Demonstrated experience working hands on in a production environment.
Proven leadership skills or ability to develop.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to learn and use Microsoft Office and SAP.
Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
Labor relations and negotiation skills.
Principles of Lean Six Sigma.
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.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Key focus points for the Production Manager.
Provide direction to Supervisors and development of the workforce.
Install structure and discipline relative to start/stop times and break times, as well as other fixed non-productive needs; for example, vacuum times and upgrading the Supervision floor presence.
Implement Lean Management.
Tier Meetings, Accountability Board, Follow up on key constraint reductions.
Learn and implement Lean principles.
Evaluate gaps between Actual and Expected Lean performance and address the gaps with the Leadership Team, utilizing the Division Black Belt and other internal resources as required.
Lead and oversee all aspects of the production process to ensure safety, quality, and productivity goals are consistently met.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION:
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...
Type: Permanent Location: Ashland, Ohio
Posted: 2025-08-21 07:09:01
