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Our client, a global leader in the design and manufacture of specialist products, is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to join their team in Marden.
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a key department, shaping purchasing strategies and contributing to the company's continued success.
Position Overview
As the Purchasing Manager, you will be central to the company's operations.
You will develop and execute purchasing strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
Your leadership will ensure the supply chain is robust, supporting production and contributing directly to the company's high-quality standards and global reputation.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and lead purchasing and logistics strategies.
- Track and report on key performance indicators.
- Manage and assess supplier performance and relationships.
- Negotiate contracts and supply agreements.
- Maintain accurate purchasing data within SAP.
- Lead, train, and develop the purchasing team.
- Manage the importation process for overseas goods.
- Collaborate on group-wide purchasing initiatives.
- Present quarterly performance reviews to leadership.
Requirements:
- Previous experience working as a Purchasing Manager.
- CIPS qualification is highly preferred.
- Strong experience in sourcing and negotiation processes.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Proficient in data analysis and senior management reporting.
- Good knowledge of current purchasing regulations.
- Ability to travel across the UK and Europe when required.
- Experience using SAP is essential.
Benefits include:
Flexi working hours
Pension after three months
Life assurance from day 1
Health Shield after six months
25 days holiday + bank hols
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Type: Permanent Location: Marden, England
Start: 30/01/2026
Salary / Rate: Up to £50000 per annum + + Benefits
Posted: 2026-01-07 17:06:46
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National Sales Manager - Automotive Aftermarket
Field‑based - UK & Ireland
I'm supporting a leading automotive components manufacturer as they continue to strengthen their presence across the UK and Ireland.
We're looking for a National Sales Manager who can nurture and grow relationships with buying groups, national distributors, and motor factors, while driving commercial opportunities across a well‑established product portfolio.
If you're already embedded in the UK automotive aftermarket and enjoy a blend of account development, strategic growth, and relationship‑building, this is a role with genuine long‑term progression.
What's on offer
Salary - £60,000-£70,000 basic salary
Benefits - Bonus scheme, Enhanced pension, Company car
Genuine development and long‑term career progression within a respected global manufacturer
Field‑based role covering the UK & Ireland
Ideal locations: Central England, with the ability to travel to South Yorkshire on a regular basis.
The role
As National Sales Manager, you'll take ownership of key buying group and national distributor relationships, ensuring strong commercial performance and long‑term partnership.
Your responsibilities will include:
Developing and maintaining strong relationships with buying groups, motor factors, and industry partners across the UK & Ireland.
Creating account‑specific business plans aligned to wider growth objectives.
Identifying new sales opportunities through sales‑out data analysis and competitor insight.
Implementing strategic sales initiatives that build credibility and satisfaction with key accounts.
Promoting new product groups, programmes, and value‑add initiatives.
Working closely with supply chain and customers to support forecasting, product availability, and service levels.
This is a role for someone who enjoys being out in front of customers, building trust, and driving commercial outcomes through partnership.
Our ideal candidate
We're looking for someone who brings:
A strong background in the UK automotive aftermarket.
Existing relationships or knowledge of buying groups, national distributors, and motor factors.
Field sales experience with a blend of account management and new business development.
A commercial mindset with excellent communication, diplomacy, and customer focus.
Strong reporting skills and confidence with IT tools.
Personal traits that include customer‑centric and service‑oriented, collaborative and solutions‑driven, trustworthy, professional, and committed to excellence, creative in approach and confident engaging at all levels.
Willingness to travel across the UK & Ireland.
If you thrive on building partnerships and enjoy shaping commercial strategy with key national accounts, this role offers the platform to do exactly that.
Our client is a growing global company with a collaborative environment, where empowerment, agility and trust are key words.
You will have opportunity to learn and grow, whilst collaborating with colleagues across the world.
Register your interest
To register your interest for this National Sales Manager position, please send your CV to Kayleigh Bradley at Glen Callum Associates Ltd or call Kayleigh for an introductory chat on 07908 893621.
Job Reference: 4301KB - National Sales Manager - Automotive Aftermarket
Glen Callum Associates specialises in automotive recruitment, leveraging extensive industry expertise and a global network to connect exceptional talent with leading organisations worldwide.
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...
Type: Permanent Location: Sheffield, England
Start: 07/02/2026
Salary / Rate: £60000 - £70000 per annum + bonus scheme, pension, company car
Posted: 2026-01-07 12:00:04
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National Sales Manager - Automotive Aftermarket
Field‑based - UK & Ireland
I'm supporting a leading automotive components manufacturer as they continue to strengthen their presence across the UK and Ireland.
We're looking for a National Sales Manager who can nurture and grow relationships with buying groups, national distributors, and motor factors, while driving commercial opportunities across a well‑established product portfolio.
If you're already embedded in the UK automotive aftermarket and enjoy a blend of account development, strategic growth, and relationship‑building, this is a role with genuine long‑term progression.
What's on offer
Salary - £60,000-£70,000 basic salary
Benefits - Bonus scheme, Enhanced pension, Company car
Genuine development and long‑term career progression within a respected global manufacturer
Field‑based role covering the UK & Ireland
Ideal locations: Central England, with the ability to travel to South Yorkshire on a regular basis.
The role
As National Sales Manager, you'll take ownership of key buying group and national distributor relationships, ensuring strong commercial performance and long‑term partnership.
Your responsibilities will include:
Developing and maintaining strong relationships with buying groups, motor factors, and industry partners across the UK & Ireland.
Creating account‑specific business plans aligned to wider growth objectives.
Identifying new sales opportunities through sales‑out data analysis and competitor insight.
Implementing strategic sales initiatives that build credibility and satisfaction with key accounts.
Promoting new product groups, programmes, and value‑add initiatives.
Working closely with supply chain and customers to support forecasting, product availability, and service levels.
This is a role for someone who enjoys being out in front of customers, building trust, and driving commercial outcomes through partnership.
Our ideal candidate
We're looking for someone who brings:
A strong background in the UK automotive aftermarket.
Existing relationships or knowledge of buying groups, national distributors, and motor factors.
Field sales experience with a blend of account management and new business development.
A commercial mindset with excellent communication, diplomacy, and customer focus.
Strong reporting skills and confidence with IT tools.
Personal traits that include customer‑centric and service‑oriented, collaborative and solutions‑driven, trustworthy, professional, and committed to excellence, creative in approach and confident engaging at all levels.
Willingness to travel across the UK & Ireland.
If you thrive on building partnerships and enjoy shaping commercial strategy with key national accounts, this role offers the platform to do exactly that.
Our client is a growing global company with a collaborative environment, where empowerment, agility and trust are key words.
You will have opportunity to learn and grow, whilst collaborating with colleagues across the world.
Register your interest
To register your interest for this National Sales Manager position, please send your CV to Kayleigh Bradley at Glen Callum Associates Ltd or call Kayleigh for an introductory chat on 07908 893621.
Job Reference: 4301KB - National Sales Manager - Automotive Aftermarket
Glen Callum Associates specialises in automotive recruitment, leveraging extensive industry expertise and a global network to connect exceptional talent with leading organisations worldwide.
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...
Type: Permanent Location: Birmingham, England
Start: 06/02/2026
Salary / Rate: £60000 - £70000 per annum + bonus scheme, pension, company car
Posted: 2026-01-06 18:00:16
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Buyer - Basingstoke (Hybrid Working)
Manufacturing / Engineering | Competitive Salary + Great Benefits
We're looking for an experienced Buyer to join our client in Basingstoke.
This is a great opportunity for someone with strong procurement experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or engineering environment.
You'll be part of a global engineering business known for producing high-precision components across various fields.
You'll manage day-to-day purchasing, supplier relationships, stock planning, cost negotiation, BOM/ERP data, and support continuous improvement across the supply chain.
A proactive, analytical approach and strong attention to detail are essential.
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Key Responsibilities
Daily purchasing, order handling and supplier management
Negotiating pricing, terms and lead times
Managing stock levels, replenishment and excess inventory
Resolving supply chain issues and supporting internal teams
Creating and maintaining parts, BOMs and data in ERP (NetSuite/Netstock)
Supporting product changes, QA issues and continuous improvement initiatives
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Skills & Experience
3+ years' procurement experience in manufacturing/engineering
Strong supplier negotiation and cost analysis skills
Ability to read technical drawings and understand BOM structures
ERP/MRP experience (NetSuite/Netstock ideal)
Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
Mandarin or Japanese a bonus
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What's on Offer
Hybrid working
Excellent benefits
Opportunity to join a global, forward-thinking business
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Apply Now
If you're interested, please send your CV to nking@redlinegroup.Com
Or call 01582 878839 / 07961 158788 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Basingstoke, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £40000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-06 12:53:19
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National Sales Manager - Automotive Aftermarket
Field‑based - UK & Ireland
I'm supporting a leading automotive components manufacturer as they continue to strengthen their presence across the UK and Ireland.
We're looking for a National Sales Manager who can nurture and grow relationships with buying groups, national distributors, and motor factors, while driving commercial opportunities across a well‑established product portfolio.
If you're already embedded in the UK automotive aftermarket and enjoy a blend of account development, strategic growth, and relationship‑building, this is a role with genuine long‑term progression.
What's on offer
Salary - £60,000-£70,000 basic salary
Benefits - Bonus scheme, Enhanced pension, Company car
Genuine development and long‑term career progression within a respected global manufacturer
Field‑based role covering the UK & Ireland
Ideal locations: Central England, with the ability to travel to South Yorkshire on a regular basis.
The role
As National Sales Manager, you'll take ownership of key buying group and national distributor relationships, ensuring strong commercial performance and long‑term partnership.
Your responsibilities will include:
Developing and maintaining strong relationships with buying groups, motor factors, and industry partners across the UK & Ireland.
Creating account‑specific business plans aligned to wider growth objectives.
Identifying new sales opportunities through sales‑out data analysis and competitor insight.
Implementing strategic sales initiatives that build credibility and satisfaction with key accounts.
Promoting new product groups, programmes, and value‑add initiatives.
Working closely with supply chain and customers to support forecasting, product availability, and service levels.
This is a role for someone who enjoys being out in front of customers, building trust, and driving commercial outcomes through partnership.
Our ideal candidate
We're looking for someone who brings:
A strong background in the UK automotive aftermarket.
Existing relationships or knowledge of buying groups, national distributors, and motor factors.
Field sales experience with a blend of account management and new business development.
A commercial mindset with excellent communication, diplomacy, and customer focus.
Strong reporting skills and confidence with IT tools.
Personal traits that include customer‑centric and service‑oriented, collaborative and solutions‑driven, trustworthy, professional, and committed to excellence, creative in approach and confident engaging at all levels.
Willingness to travel across the UK & Ireland.
If you thrive on building partnerships and enjoy shaping commercial strategy with key national accounts, this role offers the platform to do exactly that.
Our client is a growing global company with a collaborative environment, where empowerment, agility and trust are key words.
You will have opportunity to learn and grow, whilst collaborating with colleagues across the world.
Register your interest
To register your interest for this National Sales Manager position, please send your CV to Kayleigh Bradley at Glen Callum Associates Ltd or call Kayleigh for an introductory chat on 07908 893621.
Job Reference: 4301KB - National Sales Manager - Automotive Aftermarket
Glen Callum Associates specialises in automotive recruitment, leveraging extensive industry expertise and a global network to connect exceptional talent with leading organisations worldwide.
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...
Type: Permanent Location: Derby, England
Start: 06/02/2026
Salary / Rate: £60000 - £70000 per annum + bonus scheme, pension, company car
Posted: 2026-01-06 12:12:04
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SAP S/4HANA Program Manager Transformation Leadership Role
Location: Boise, Idahi (ONSITE)
Rate: $70 - $80 per hour (W2 Preferred)
Job Type: Contract, 6 Months +
Our client is seeking a highly experienced SAP S/4HANA Program Manager to lead large-scale transformation engagements, with a primary focus on the successful planning, execution, and delivery of SAP S/4HANA initiatives.
This leadership role is ideal for someone who thrives in complex enterprise environments and has a strong command of SAP ACTIVATE methodology and program governance best practices.
The role requires full onsite presence, offering the opportunity to work closely with stakeholders and delivery teams to manage risks, align objectives, and ensure successful program outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end program management of SAP S/4HANA transformation projects, ensuring successful planning, execution, and delivery across all phases.
- Own the full lifecycle of complex enterprise transformation initiativesscope, schedule, budget, risk, and stakeholder management.
- Apply and enforce delivery methodology, with an emphasis on SAP ACTIVATE best practices.
- Coordinate with internal teams, external partners, and client stakeholders to manage dependencies, mitigate risks, and ensure consistent delivery of milestones.
- Manage and report program-level metrics, issues, risks, and deliverables, maintaining clear executive-level visibility.
- Ensure alignment between business objectives, program goals, and technical execution.
Key Requirements:
- Proven leadership experience managing large-scale SAP transformation programs, including SAP S/4HANA implementations.
- Strong familiarity with SAP ACTIVATE methodology and associated tools.
- Demonstrated success in delivering complex enterprise programs on time and within budget.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills at executive and operational levels.
- Deep understanding of SAP project phases (Prepare, Explore, Realize, Deploy, Run).
- Ability to manage multiple workstreams, vendors, and globally distributed teams.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills to manage program interdependencies and risks.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
- 12+ years of project/program management experience, with a minimum of 5 years in SAP transformation leadership.
- Led at least one full lifecycle SAP S/4HANA implementation as Program Manager.
- Experienced in managing large transformation budgets and executive-level reporting.
- Skilled in SAP ACTIVATE and/or other SAP-aligned methodologies (e.g., ASAP, Agile hybrid).
- Comfortable working 100% onsite with internal stakeholders, partners, and delivery teams.
- Industry experience in manufacturing, retail, or supply chain sectors would be advantageous. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Idaho,United States
Start: 05/01/2026
Duration: 6 Months
Salary / Rate: £70 - £80 per hour
Posted: 2026-01-05 17:20:06
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SAP SCM Architect APO / PPDS / S/4HANA Supply Chain Expert
Location: Remote
Rate: $65 - $75 per hour (W2 Preferred)
Job Type: Contract, 6 Months
Our client is seeking an experienced SAP SCM Architect with deep specialization in SAP APO (Advanced Planning & Optimization) and PPDS (Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling), along with strong integration experience with SAP S/4HANA.
The ideal candidate will support DevSecOps operations and play a critical role in troubleshooting, integration, and cross-functional collaboration within the global supply chain landscape.
This is a high-impact role suited for senior-level consultants or architects with over 12 years of experience in SAP Supply Chain Management, APO, and PPDS.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as SAP APO/PPDS Architect to support DevSecOps operations for supply chain planning systems.
- Troubleshoot Supply Planning (PPDS) issues efficiently and in a timely manner.
- Manage CIF integration between SAP APO and S/4HANA systems.
- Support seamless data flow across SAP modules and external POS systems.
- Collaborate with both onshore and offshore teams, coordinating delivery across time zones.
- Participate in weekend or off-hour support rotations as needed.
- Work closely with internal IT teams and service providers to ensure system stability and performance.
- Provide cross-functional insights and collaborate with other SAP functional and technical teams.
Key Requirements:
- 12+ years of experience in SAP Supply Chain Management roles.
- Proven expertise in SAP APO, especially PPDS (Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling).
- Strong knowledge of SAP S/4HANA Production Planning and integration via Core Interface (CIF).
- Experience integrating POS and related data flows with core SAP systems.
- Comfortable working in DevSecOps support environments.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills to interact with business stakeholders and IT teams.
- Experience working within onshore/offshore delivery models.
- Availability for flexible working hours, including weekend coverage if required.
- Strong understanding of service delivery models in IT service provider environments.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
- 12+ years of hands-on SAP experience, with at least 5+ years in SAP APO/PPDS architecture and support.
- Strong integration knowledge across SAP S/4HANA, CIF, and third-party data (e.g., POS).
- Experienced in DevSecOps, production support, and issue resolution processes.
- Has led or supported global SAP supply chain environments.
- Comfortable working across distributed teams (onshore/offshore) with weekend and flexible coverage expectations.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Able to operate independently with minimal supervision. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Texas,United States
Start: 05/01/2026
Duration: 6 Months
Salary / Rate: £65 - £75 per hour
Posted: 2026-01-05 17:03:10
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SAP SCM Architect APO / PPDS / S/4HANA Supply Chain Expert
Location: Remote
Rate: $65 - $75 per hour (W2 Preferred)
Job Type: Contract, 6 Months
Our client is seeking an experienced SAP SCM Architect with deep specialization in SAP APO (Advanced Planning & Optimization) and PPDS (Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling), along with strong integration experience with SAP S/4HANA.
The ideal candidate will support DevSecOps operations and play a critical role in troubleshooting, integration, and cross-functional collaboration within the global supply chain landscape.
This is a high-impact role suited for senior-level consultants or architects with over 12 years of experience in SAP Supply Chain Management, APO, and PPDS.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as SAP APO/PPDS Architect to support DevSecOps operations for supply chain planning systems.
- Troubleshoot Supply Planning (PPDS) issues efficiently and in a timely manner.
- Manage CIF integration between SAP APO and S/4HANA systems.
- Support seamless data flow across SAP modules and external POS systems.
- Collaborate with both onshore and offshore teams, coordinating delivery across time zones.
- Participate in weekend or off-hour support rotations as needed.
- Work closely with internal IT teams and service providers to ensure system stability and performance.
- Provide cross-functional insights and collaborate with other SAP functional and technical teams.
Key Requirements:
- 12+ years of experience in SAP Supply Chain Management roles.
- Proven expertise in SAP APO, especially PPDS (Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling).
- Strong knowledge of SAP S/4HANA Production Planning and integration via Core Interface (CIF).
- Experience integrating POS and related data flows with core SAP systems.
- Comfortable working in DevSecOps support environments.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills to interact with business stakeholders and IT teams.
- Experience working within onshore/offshore delivery models.
- Availability for flexible working hours, including weekend coverage if required.
- Strong understanding of service delivery models in IT service provider environments.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
- 12+ years of hands-on SAP experience, with at least 5+ years in SAP APO/PPDS architecture and support.
- Strong integration knowledge across SAP S/4HANA, CIF, and third-party data (e.g., POS).
- Experienced in DevSecOps, production support, and issue resolution processes.
- Has led or supported global SAP supply chain environments.
- Comfortable working across distributed teams (onshore/offshore) with weekend and flexible coverage expectations.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Able to operate independently with minimal supervision. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Texas,United States
Start: 05/01/2026
Duration: 6 Months
Salary / Rate: £65 - £75 per hour
Posted: 2026-01-05 17:03:07
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SAP S/4HANA Program Manager Transformation Leadership Role
Location: Boise, Idahi (ONSITE)
Rate: $70 - $80 per hour (W2 Preferred)
Job Type: Contract, 6 Months +
Our client is seeking a highly experienced SAP S/4HANA Program Manager to lead large-scale transformation engagements, with a primary focus on the successful planning, execution, and delivery of SAP S/4HANA initiatives.
This leadership role is ideal for someone who thrives in complex enterprise environments and has a strong command of SAP ACTIVATE methodology and program governance best practices.
The role requires full onsite presence, offering the opportunity to work closely with stakeholders and delivery teams to manage risks, align objectives, and ensure successful program outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end program management of SAP S/4HANA transformation projects, ensuring successful planning, execution, and delivery across all phases.
- Own the full lifecycle of complex enterprise transformation initiativesscope, schedule, budget, risk, and stakeholder management.
- Apply and enforce TCS delivery methodology, with an emphasis on SAP ACTIVATE best practices.
- Coordinate with internal teams, external partners, and client stakeholders to manage dependencies, mitigate risks, and ensure consistent delivery of milestones.
- Manage and report program-level metrics, issues, risks, and deliverables, maintaining clear executive-level visibility.
- Ensure alignment between business objectives, program goals, and technical execution.
Key Requirements:
- Proven leadership experience managing large-scale SAP transformation programs, including SAP S/4HANA implementations.
- Strong familiarity with SAP ACTIVATE methodology and associated tools.
- Demonstrated success in delivering complex enterprise programs on time and within budget.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills at executive and operational levels.
- Deep understanding of SAP project phases (Prepare, Explore, Realize, Deploy, Run).
- Ability to manage multiple workstreams, vendors, and globally distributed teams.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills to manage program interdependencies and risks.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
- 12+ years of project/program management experience, with a minimum of 5 years in SAP transformation leadership.
- Led at least one full lifecycle SAP S/4HANA implementation as Program Manager.
- Experienced in managing large transformation budgets and executive-level reporting.
- Skilled in SAP ACTIVATE and/or other SAP-aligned methodologies (e.g., ASAP, Agile hybrid).
- Comfortable working 100% onsite with internal stakeholders, partners, and delivery teams.
- Industry experience in manufacturing, retail, or supply chain sectors would be advantageous. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Idaho,United States
Start: 05/01/2026
Duration: 6 Months
Salary / Rate: £70 - £80 per hour
Posted: 2026-01-05 16:57:13
