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Commercial Contract Manager
Horsham, West Sussex
£60,000 £65,000
Great Benefits
An experienced Commercial Contract Manager is required to support the ongoing growth of a reputable business in Horsham, West Sussex.
This is a full-time, permanent opportunity for a proven professional ready to work closely with major OEMs, government authorities, and internal teams to deliver robust commercial solutions and manage the full contract lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead contractual activities in the tender process, including preparing and negotiating contract responses.
- Advise departments such as Sales, PMO, Supply Chain, and Engineering on commercial risks.
- Review, negotiate, and approve various agreements (NDAs, Loan Agreements, MOUs, Supplier Declarations).
- Draft and secure approval for agreements, ensuring compliance with due diligence policies.
- Coordinate with legal counsel for non-standard clauses.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external customers.
- Provide commercial guidance on tenders and contract terms.
- Support the Supply Chain team in drafting and negotiating sub-contracts.
- Advise Project Management on contract execution from order to closure.
- Monitor contract progress and resolve potential disputes.
- Assess and mitigate contractual risks, including enforcement of Variation of Price (VoP) clauses.
- Drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with processes and Distribution of Authority (DOA).
- Support audit processes as required.
Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience negotiating and managing contracts with major governmental or defence sector clients.
- Strong knowledge of International and UK defence contracting environments, with a deep understanding of contract law, pricing, financing, and terms and conditions.
- Experience collaborating with stakeholders across internal and external business boundaries, including international organisations.
- Confident in communication and able to offer pragmatic risk mitigation strategies.
- Highly motivated, with strong attention to detail and a team-oriented approach.
To find out more please reach out to Max Sinclair max@holtengineering.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Horsham,England
Start: 02/01/2026
Salary / Rate: £60000 - £65000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-02 10:58:04
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Job Title: Vehicle Technician
Location: Newcastle
Salary: up to £55000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent
Our client, a well-established and reputable commercial vehicle dealership, is seeking a talented Vehicle Technician to join their team.
Vehicle Technician Benefits:
- Enhanced Overtime Rates
- Increased holiday allowance, further increased with service.
- Manufacturer training
- Employee benefits package
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Career growth potential within a reputable dealership
As a Vehicle Technician you will be responsible for:
- Ensure repairs are carried out according to manufacturers procedures and in a safe and responsible manner.
- Assist in the fault diagnosis process.
- Comply with warranty procedures during repairs and with warranty material on completion of a repair.
- Road test vehicle when required.
- Ensure that all vehicle defects are reported to your workshop controller.
To be successful in this role as a Vehicle Technician, you should have:
- Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician is essential.
- Ideally have a formal qualification to NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
- Must have own tools.
To apply for this Vehicle Technician role, please submit your CV via this advert or contact John Barnes at Holt Recruitment on 07955081481. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Newcastle upon Tyne,England
Start: 31/12/2025
Salary / Rate: £48000 - £55000 per annum
Posted: 2025-12-31 13:01:04
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Parts Advisor
Salary: up to £36000 per annum
Location: Reading
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday - 8am to 5.30pm + 1 in 3 Saturday Mornings
About the Role We are looking for an experienced Parts Advisor to join a leading commercial vehicle dealership based in Reading.
Working within a busy parts department, youll support technicians and workshop staff by ensuring the right parts are available at the right time.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide efficient parts support to the service and workshop teams.
- Maintain accurate stock levels and manage inventory.
- Order and source specialist parts when required.
- Carry out regular stock checks and ensure parts are correctly delivered.
- Deliver excellent customer service both internally and externally.
Requirements
- Previous experience in an automotive / commercial vehicle parts role.
- Strong IT and administration skills.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Full UK driving licence (essential).
Benefits
- Competitive salary of up to £36\'000 per annum
- Opportunity to work with a reputable multi-site dealership.
- Ongoing training and career development.
How to Apply If you are interested in this Parts Advisor position in Reading, please contact John Barnes on 07955 081 481, email john@holtrecruitment.com, or click Apply Now to submit your CV. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Reading,England
Start: 31/12/2025
Salary / Rate: £34000 - £36000 per annum
Posted: 2025-12-31 12:56:04
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Automotive Service Advisor
Job Title - Automotive Service Advisor
Salary up to £35000 per annum
Hours Monday to Friday + 1 in 3 Saturday Mornings
Location - Dartford
We are working with an established commercial vehicle workshop that are looking to add to their existing team with the addition of an Automotive Service Advisor.
Whats on Offer?:
- Increased holiday allowance, further increased with service.
- Full Brand Training
- Employee benefits package
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Career growth potential within a reputable company
- Enhanced Overtime Rates
Automotive Service Advisor job role:
- The role will include answering telephone calls
- Taking service bookings to ensure the workshop is fully booked
- Maintaining the vehicle service planners
- Invoicing and taking cash payments
- Updating customers on vehicle repair progress.
The successful Automotive Service Advisor will have:
- Work well as a member of a successful team
- Be comfortable talking to customers and ideally have a background in the motor industry.
- A working knowledge of Kerridge ADP would be advantageous but is not crucial.
- Need to be computer literate and be comfortable with MS Office products.
If you are interested in finding out more get in contact with John Barnes on 07955 081 481, email john@holtrecruitment.com or send us your CV by Clicking Apply Now! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Dartford,England
Start: 31/12/2025
Salary / Rate: £34000 - £35000 per annum
Posted: 2025-12-31 12:53:05
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Holt Executive is pleased to be supporting a critical Business Development Director hire for a global leader in the Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) sector.
With over 1,000 employees and manufacturing facilities across the USA, Canada, China, Vietnam, and Mexico, our client delivers an innovative portfolio of EMS, Rapid Prototyping (ARP), NPI, and supply chain solutions.
We are seeking an entrepreneurial sales professional to drive growth and expand the companys presence across the United Kingdom.
This role will focus on acquiring new logos (OEM's) customers and deepening relationships with existing accounts, covering EMS, printed circuit board assemblies (PCBA), and electro-mechanical products.
Key Responsibilities for the Business Development Director, EMS (UK):
- Identify and develop new customer opportunities across the UK in key OEM markets such as industrial, medical, IoT, energy, and communications.
- Map regional EMS market potential, focusing on medium-to-large OEMs with outsourcing needs.
- Lead customers through the full sales process, ensuring engagement and satisfaction.
- Build long-term relationships with decision-makers in supply chain, engineering, and executive leadership.
- Develop and deliver proposals, quotations, and presentations showcasing technical capabilities and value.
- Manage or collaborate with regional sales representatives to extend market coverage.
- Coordinate new program development, including quoting, NPI, and qualification activities.
- Maintain regular contact with customer teams to understand needs, resolve issues, and identify opportunities.
- Analyze territory potential, pipeline performance, and profitability.
- Prepare forecasts, budgets, and performance reports.
- Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and networking functions.
Key experience needed for the Business Development Director, EMS (UK):
- Bachelors degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
- 510 years experience in business development or sales in EMS or OEM electronics.
- Strong understanding of electronics manufacturing processes and outsourcing models.
- Proven track record of identifying, developing, and closing complex B2B solutions.
- Entrepreneurial and self-directed, capable of building a regional footprint.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to influence executives.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and sales tools.
- Willingness to travel across the UK and occasionally internationally. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Remote work,England
Start: 30/12/2025
Salary / Rate: Competitive
Posted: 2025-12-30 09:05:04
