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Senior Commodity Buyer
Marden
£40 to £50k + Bens
Do you have Manufacturing experience?
Do you have SAP experience/knowledge?
- Join a global leader in design and manufacturing
- Contribute to accelerating society's transition to a cleaner, healthier environment
- Great company culture with a focus on employee wellbeing and long service awards
Our client, a well-established company based on the outskirts of Maidstone, Kent, is seeking an experienced Commodity Buyer / Senior Buyer to join their team.
As a global leader in design and manufacturing, they are committed to accelerating society's transition to a cleaner, healthier world!
Senior Commodity Buyer Role Overview
The Commodity Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing assigned commodity categories to ensure consistent supply, cost competitiveness, and strong supplier performance.
The role supports production requirements while driving cost savings, quality improvements, and long-term supplier relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Procurement & Sourcing
- Manage the end-to-end procurement process for assigned commodities
- Source new suppliers and evaluate alternative materials or components to reduce cost and improve supply continuity
- Conduct market research to track pricing trends, supply risks, and global commodity movements
- Review RFQs, negotiate pricing, and secure best-value agreements aligned with business objectives
Supplier Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers
- Monitor supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, and compliance
- Conduct supplier reviews, audits, and performance improvement activities
- Resolve supply issues and escalate risks when required
Cost & Contract Management
- Support cost-saving and value-engineering initiatives while ensuring material availability
- Prepare and present cost analysis, forecasts, and supplier proposals
- Negotiate commercial terms, long-term agreements, and service-level expectations
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Planning teams
- Support new product development by sourcing appropriate materials and components
- Ensure procurement decisions align with manufacturing efficiency and company strategy
Data, Systems & Compliance
- Maintain accurate procurement data within ERP/MRP systems
- Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and ethical sourcing practices
- Track commodity KPIs and produce reports as required
Skills & Experience
Essential:
- Proven experience in procurement, buying, or supply chain roles (manufacturing or engineering preferred)
- Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
- Ability to analyse data, interpret market trends, and make cost-effective decisions
- Experience using ERP/MRP/SAP systems and Microsoft Excel
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Desirable:
- CIPS qualification or working towards
- Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
- Experience managing global suppliers or complex commodity categories
Key Competencies
- Commercial awareness
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Relationship building
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and resilience
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent sales and negotiation skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Well-organised with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good administrative skills and proficiency in relevant software
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Type: Permanent Location: Marden, England
Start: 27/03/2026
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £50000 per annum + + Benefits
Posted: 2026-02-10 11:23:37
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UK Key Account /Business Development Manager- Automotive Car Care & FMCG Retail
National Accounts | High-Profile Car Care Category | UK & Ireland
Location & Package
Ideal location: Surrey / Hampshire / Berkshire (or commutable)
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 (negotiable)
Bonus OTE + Company Car + Pension
Strong support from a European manufacturing and technical base
Build a category - Own national accounts - New Business- Make your mark.
We're strengthening our UK commercial team and are looking for a high-calibre Key Account Manager / Business Development Manager with proven experience in Automotive Car Care, Motor Oils & Lubricants, or FMCG Retail National Accounts.
As a major European chemical manufacturer, we develop and supply high-performance Car Care products, and maintenance fluids to leading Automotive Retailers, Forecourt Groups, Supermarkets, DIY and Distribution partners across EMEA.
This is a pivotal UK role with genuine scope to shape category strategy, grow national account sales alongside launching new products to market.
The Opportunity
You'll take ownership of key UK & Ireland accounts, targeting growth across:
Automotive Retail chains
Petrol Forecourt groups
Supermarkets & DIY chains
National Distributors & Regional Distributors
High-volume retail platforms
This is a commercially focused, customer facing role where your ability to balance volume, margin, range, and customer strategy will be critical.
Who This Role Is Perfect For
You'll thrive in this role if you are:
A Key Account Manager within Automotive Car Care, Lubricants, or FMCG National Accounts
Experienced in National Account or Top-Tier Regional / Key Account management
Commercially sharp, data-led, and confident facing senior retail buyers
Comfortable owning a category and influencing range, pricing, promotions, and space
This role would also suit a commercially driven Category Manager or Product Manager ready to step into a more sales-facing national accounts role.
What You'll Bring
Essential strengths include:
Proven success managing and growing National Retail or Large Distributor accounts
Strong commercial acumen: pricing, margin, volume, and promotional planning
Confidence using sales data to identify gaps and unlock opportunity
Ability to build long-term, trusted customer relationships
Experience launching new products and winning range acceptance
Highly desirable (but not essential):
Knowledge of Car Care, Motor Oils, Automotive Lubricants, or Maintenance Fluids
Experience linking the motorist, retailer, and category strategy
Why Join?
High-impact role with real ownership and visibility
Established products with strong technically manufactured credibility
Backed by a leading European manufacturer
Opportunity to shape and grow a car care category in the UK
Apply Now - Interviews Ongoing
We are actively interviewing, so early applications are encouraged.
To apply or have an initial confidential conversation, contact our exclusive recruitment partner:
Glen Shepherd 07977 266309
Please send your CV and a brief overview of how your experience aligns with this role.
We're hiring now - don't miss the opportunity.
JOB REF: 4322GS
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: Basingstoke, England
Start: 09/03/2026
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £60000 per annum + bonus + company car + pension
Posted: 2026-02-09 15:00:28
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UK Key Account /Business Development Manager- Automotive Car Care & FMCG Retail
National Accounts | High-Profile Car Care Category | UK & Ireland
Location & Package
Ideal location: Surrey / Hampshire / Berkshire (or commutable)
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 (negotiable)
Bonus OTE + Company Car + Pension
Strong support from a European manufacturing and technical base
Build a category - Own national accounts - New Business- Make your mark.
We're strengthening our UK commercial team and are looking for a high-calibre Key Account Manager / Business Development Manager with proven experience in Automotive Car Care, Motor Oils & Lubricants, or FMCG Retail National Accounts.
As a major European chemical manufacturer, we develop and supply high-performance Car Care products, and maintenance fluids to leading Automotive Retailers, Forecourt Groups, Supermarkets, DIY and Distribution partners across EMEA.
This is a pivotal UK role with genuine scope to shape category strategy, grow national account sales alongside launching new products to market.
The Opportunity
You'll take ownership of key UK & Ireland accounts, targeting growth across:
Automotive Retail chains
Petrol Forecourt groups
Supermarkets & DIY chains
National Distributors & Regional Distributors
High-volume retail platforms
This is a commercially focused, customer facing role where your ability to balance volume, margin, range, and customer strategy will be critical.
Who This Role Is Perfect For
You'll thrive in this role if you are:
A Key Account Manager within Automotive Car Care, Lubricants, or FMCG National Accounts
Experienced in National Account or Top-Tier Regional / Key Account management
Commercially sharp, data-led, and confident facing senior retail buyers
Comfortable owning a category and influencing range, pricing, promotions, and space
This role would also suit a commercially driven Category Manager or Product Manager ready to step into a more sales-facing national accounts role.
What You'll Bring
Essential strengths include:
Proven success managing and growing National Retail or Large Distributor accounts
Strong commercial acumen: pricing, margin, volume, and promotional planning
Confidence using sales data to identify gaps and unlock opportunity
Ability to build long-term, trusted customer relationships
Experience launching new products and winning range acceptance
Highly desirable (but not essential):
Knowledge of Car Care, Motor Oils, Automotive Lubricants, or Maintenance Fluids
Experience linking the motorist, retailer, and category strategy
Why Join?
High-impact role with real ownership and visibility
Established products with strong technically manufactured credibility
Backed by a leading European manufacturer
Opportunity to shape and grow a car care category in the UK
Apply Now - Interviews Ongoing
We are actively interviewing, so early applications are encouraged.
To apply or have an initial confidential conversation, contact our exclusive recruitment partner:
Glen Shepherd 07977 266309
Please send your CV and a brief overview of how your experience aligns with this role.
We're hiring now - don't miss the opportunity.
JOB REF: 4322GS
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: Ascot, England
Start: 09/03/2026
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £60000 per annum + bonus + company car + pension
Posted: 2026-02-09 11:00:04
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UK Key Account /Business Development Manager- Automotive Car Care & FMCG Retail
National Accounts | High-Profile Car Care Category | UK & Ireland
Location & Package
Ideal location: Surrey / Hampshire / Berkshire (or commutable)
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 (negotiable)
Bonus OTE + Company Car + Pension
Strong support from a European manufacturing and technical base
Build a category - Own national accounts - New Business- Make your mark.
We're strengthening our UK commercial team and are looking for a high-calibre Key Account Manager / Business Development Manager with proven experience in Automotive Car Care, Motor Oils & Lubricants, or FMCG Retail National Accounts.
As a major European chemical manufacturer, we develop and supply high-performance Car Care products, and maintenance fluids to leading Automotive Retailers, Forecourt Groups, Supermarkets, DIY and Distribution partners across EMEA.
This is a pivotal UK role with genuine scope to shape category strategy, grow national account sales alongside launching new products to market.
The Opportunity
You'll take ownership of key UK & Ireland accounts, targeting growth across:
Automotive Retail chains
Petrol Forecourt groups
Supermarkets & DIY chains
National Distributors & Regional Distributors
High-volume retail platforms
This is a commercially focused, customer facing role where your ability to balance volume, margin, range, and customer strategy will be critical.
Who This Role Is Perfect For
You'll thrive in this role if you are:
A Key Account Manager within Automotive Car Care, Lubricants, or FMCG National Accounts
Experienced in National Account or Top-Tier Regional / Key Account management
Commercially sharp, data-led, and confident facing senior retail buyers
Comfortable owning a category and influencing range, pricing, promotions, and space
This role would also suit a commercially driven Category Manager or Product Manager ready to step into a more sales-facing national accounts role.
What You'll Bring
Essential strengths include:
Proven success managing and growing National Retail or Large Distributor accounts
Strong commercial acumen: pricing, margin, volume, and promotional planning
Confidence using sales data to identify gaps and unlock opportunity
Ability to build long-term, trusted customer relationships
Experience launching new products and winning range acceptance
Highly desirable (but not essential):
Knowledge of Car Care, Motor Oils, Automotive Lubricants, or Maintenance Fluids
Experience linking the motorist, retailer, and category strategy
Why Join?
High-impact role with real ownership and visibility
Established products with strong technically manufactured credibility
Backed by a leading European manufacturer
Opportunity to shape and grow a car care category in the UK
Apply Now - Interviews Ongoing
We are actively interviewing, so early applications are encouraged.
To apply or have an initial confidential conversation, contact our exclusive recruitment partner:
Glen Shepherd 07977 266309
Please send your CV and a brief overview of how your experience aligns with this role.
We're hiring now - don't miss the opportunity.
JOB REF: 4322GS
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: Guildford, England
Start: 06/03/2026
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £60000 per annum + bonus + company car + pension
Posted: 2026-02-07 09:00:05
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Buyer - Electromechanical
Are you a Strategic Buyer with strong electromechanical knowledge and experience supporting complex projects? Our client is a leader in advanced power control systems and is seeking an NPD Strategic Buyer to support new product development, strengthen supply chain capability, and drive strategic procurement activities across the business.
Responsibilities of the Buyer - Electromechanical role in Stamford, Lincolnshire are:
Work closely within multidisciplinary NPD project teams to understand project scope, timelines, and technical requirements.
Develop and manage structured procurement plans that support new product introduction and engineering objectives.
Apply electromechanical understanding to assess component suitability, lead times, manufacturing methods, and supplier capability.
Act as the key liaison between suppliers, engineering, quality, and senior leadership to ensure procurement activities align with project milestones.
Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers for CNC machined parts, PCB assemblies, electrical components, fabricated items, and mechanical assemblies.
Monitor supply chain risks and implement strategies to prevent delays, ensuring production and project continuity.
Key requirements for the Buyer - Electromechanical role in Stamford, Lincolnshire are:
Senior level experience in a Buying/Purchasing role.
Strong electromechanical background with exposure to CNC machining, electrical or electronic components, PCB assemblies, and mechanical/fabricated products.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport quickly and influence cross-functional teams.
A proactive, adaptable approach with the ability to manage changing priorities within project-driven environments.
To apply for this Buyer - Electromechanical job in Stamford, Lincolnshire, please email ndrain@redlinegroup.Com
Or call Nick on 01582 878828 / 07961 158760. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Stamford, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £50000 per annum
Posted: 2026-02-04 09:52:24
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Legend Brands, an industry leader and long standing, stable company, combines over 185 years of experience in providing equipment, accessories and chemicals for professional cleaning, facility maintenance, portable environmental control, fire remediation and water damage restoration.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, the Product Manager is responsible for managing assigned product families and leads the Company's Product Development process.
Supervision Responsibility
None
Essential Duties
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties.
The list below is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing, nor does it constitute an employment agreement, and the duties may change at any time.
Set product vision, strategy, roadmap and feature definition of new and existing products.
Work with the Sales and Marketing to create the products position in the marketplace; define go-to-market strategies, create a consistent message, and product promotions.
Manage the entire product portfolio, time-integrated plans for product introduction and product life cycles from strategic planning to tactical activities.
Maintain the PLM (Product Life Cycle Management) report for use in decision making related to product development, forecasting, management review/metrics, creating promotions, and production planning.
Assist with new product pricing and annual product pricing.
Key contributor to multidisciplinary teams as it relates to current products.
Responsible for benchmarking products against the competition (SWOT
Gather emotional intelligence by working with Customers, Sales Partners, and Legend Brands' associates to gather feedback on current product offerings by the competition.
Manage key objectives for product line and business against strategic goals and initiatives.
Manage transition planning with Operations.
Develop and manage strategic plans, operational plans and activities, product and applications planning for the new markets.
Provide new product information to the organization.
Train sales associates on market information, plans, and tactics.
Coordinate market research with Marketing.
Responsible for coordinating new product research with Product Development, Marketing, and Sales.
Coordinate with all groups/departments to ensure that the needs of the marketplace, distribution channel and Legend Brands associates are met.
Minimum Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required.
An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration required.
Senior Product Manager
This is the senior level of the Product Manager series and is required to have a minimum of 10 years of previous experience and working knowledge and competent demonstration of the following:
Management Product Managers
Experience bringing successful new products to market.
Voice of the Customer development.
Buyer Personas.
Market analysis.Senior Product Manager perform broader skilled work and specialize in one trade or craft but perform work in a variety of disciplines.
Hiring Range
Between $101K - $115K annually
Benefits
Legend Brands offers an excellent benefits package with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, leaves of absence, 10 paid holidays, generous paid time off, employer matching 401k PLUS a company-sponsored pension, and more!
Additional Considerations
Legend Brands is an equal opportunity employer that considers all applicants without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
Candidates must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S., as we are not currently sponsoring or taking over sponsorship of employment Visa's
All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory pre-employment drug test and background screening.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Burlington, Washington
Posted: 2026-01-22 14:11:26
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Legend Brands, an industry leader and long standing, stable company, combines over 185 years of experience in providing equipment, accessories and chemicals for professional cleaning, facility maintenance, portable environmental control, fire remediation and water damage restoration.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, the Product Manager is responsible for managing assigned product families and leads the Company's Product Development process.
Supervision Responsibility
None
Essential Duties
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties.
The list below is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing, nor does it constitute an employment agreement, and the duties may change at any time.
Set product vision, strategy, roadmap and feature definition of new and existing products.
Work with the Sales and Marketing to create the products position in the marketplace; define go-to-market strategies, create a consistent message, and product promotions.
Manage the entire product portfolio, time-integrated plans for product introduction and product life cycles from strategic planning to tactical activities.
Maintain the PLM (Product Life Cycle Management) report for use in decision making related to product development, forecasting, management review/metrics, creating promotions, and production planning.
Assist with new product pricing and annual product pricing.
Key contributor to multidisciplinary teams as it relates to current products.
Responsible for benchmarking products against the competition (SWOT
Gather emotional intelligence by working with Customers, Sales Partners, and Legend Brands' associates to gather feedback on current product offerings by the competition.
Manage key objectives for product line and business against strategic goals and initiatives.
Manage transition planning with Operations.
Develop and manage strategic plans, operational plans and activities, product and applications planning for the new markets.
Provide new product information to the organization.
Train sales associates on market information, plans, and tactics.
Coordinate market research with Marketing.
Responsible for coordinating new product research with Product Development, Marketing, and Sales.
Coordinate with all groups/departments to ensure that the needs of the marketplace, distribution channel and Legend Brands associates are met.
Minimum Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required.
An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration required.
Senior Product Manager
This is the senior level of the Product Manager series and is required to have a minimum of 10 years of previous experience and working knowledge and competent demonstration of the following:
Management Product Managers
Experience bringing successful new products to market.
Voice of the Customer development.
Buyer Personas.
Market analysis.Senior Product Manager perform broader skilled work and specialize in one trade or craft but perform work in a variety of disciplines.
Hiring Range
Between $101K - $115K annually
Benefits
Legend Brands offers an excellent benefits package with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, leaves of absence, 10 paid holidays, generous paid time off, employer matching 401k PLUS a company-sponsored pension, and more!
Additional Considerations
Legend Brands is an equal opportunity employer that considers all applicants without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
Candidates must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S., as we are not currently sponsoring or taking over sponsorship of employment Visa's
All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory pre-employment drug test and background screening.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Burlington, Washington
Posted: 2026-01-22 14:09:03
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Legend Brands, an industry leader and long standing, stable company, combines over 185 years of experience in providing equipment, accessories and chemicals for professional cleaning, facility maintenance, portable environmental control, fire remediation and water damage restoration.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, the Product Manager is responsible for managing assigned product families and leads the Company's Product Development process.
Supervision Responsibility
None
Essential Duties
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties.
The list below is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing, nor does it constitute an employment agreement, and the duties may change at any time.
Set product vision, strategy, roadmap and feature definition of new and existing products.
Work with the Sales and Marketing to create the products position in the marketplace; define go-to-market strategies, create a consistent message, and product promotions.
Manage the entire product portfolio, time-integrated plans for product introduction and product life cycles from strategic planning to tactical activities.
Maintain the PLM (Product Life Cycle Management) report for use in decision making related to product development, forecasting, management review/metrics, creating promotions, and production planning.
Assist with new product pricing and annual product pricing.
Key contributor to multidisciplinary teams as it relates to current products.
Responsible for benchmarking products against the competition (SWOT
Gather emotional intelligence by working with Customers, Sales Partners, and Legend Brands' associates to gather feedback on current product offerings by the competition.
Manage key objectives for product line and business against strategic goals and initiatives.
Manage transition planning with Operations.
Develop and manage strategic plans, operational plans and activities, product and applications planning for the new markets.
Provide new product information to the organization.
Train sales associates on market information, plans, and tactics.
Coordinate market research with Marketing.
Responsible for coordinating new product research with Product Development, Marketing, and Sales.
Coordinate with all groups/departments to ensure that the needs of the marketplace, distribution channel and Legend Brands associates are met.
Minimum Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required.
An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration required.
Senior Product Manager
This is the senior level of the Product Manager series and is required to have a minimum of 10 years of previous experience and working knowledge and competent demonstration of the following:
Management Product Managers
Experience bringing successful new products to market.
Voice of the Customer development.
Buyer Personas.
Market analysis.Senior Product Manager perform broader skilled work and specialize in one trade or craft but perform work in a variety of disciplines.
Hiring Range
Between $93K - $105K annually
Benefits
Legend Brands offers an excellent benefits package with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, leaves of absence, 10 paid holidays, generous paid time off, employer matching 401k PLUS a company-sponsored pension, and more!
Additional Considerations
Legend Brands is an equal opportunity employer that considers all applicants without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
Candidates must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S., as we are not currently sponsoring or taking over sponsorship of employment Visa's
All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory pre-employment drug test and background screening.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Burlington, Washington
Posted: 2026-01-17 14:08:23
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Legend Brands, an industry leader and long standing, stable company, combines over 185 years of experience in providing equipment, accessories and chemicals for professional cleaning, facility maintenance, portable environmental control, fire remediation and water damage restoration.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, the Product Manager is responsible for managing assigned product families and leads the Company's Product Development process.
Supervision Responsibility
None
Essential Duties
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties.
The list below is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing, nor does it constitute an employment agreement, and the duties may change at any time.
Set product vision, strategy, roadmap and feature definition of new and existing products.
Work with the Sales and Marketing to create the products position in the marketplace; define go-to-market strategies, create a consistent message, and product promotions.
Manage the entire product portfolio, time-integrated plans for product introduction and product life cycles from strategic planning to tactical activities.
Maintain the PLM (Product Life Cycle Management) report for use in decision making related to product development, forecasting, management review/metrics, creating promotions, and production planning.
Assist with new product pricing and annual product pricing.
Key contributor to multidisciplinary teams as it relates to current products.
Responsible for benchmarking products against the competition (SWOT
Gather emotional intelligence by working with Customers, Sales Partners, and Legend Brands' associates to gather feedback on current product offerings by the competition.
Manage key objectives for product line and business against strategic goals and initiatives.
Manage transition planning with Operations.
Develop and manage strategic plans, operational plans and activities, product and applications planning for the new markets.
Provide new product information to the organization.
Train sales associates on market information, plans, and tactics.
Coordinate market research with Marketing.
Responsible for coordinating new product research with Product Development, Marketing, and Sales.
Coordinate with all groups/departments to ensure that the needs of the marketplace, distribution channel and Legend Brands associates are met.
Minimum Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required.
An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration required.
Senior Product Manager
This is the senior level of the Product Manager series and is required to have a minimum of 10 years of previous experience and working knowledge and competent demonstration of the following:
Management Product Managers
Experience bringing successful new products to market.
Voice of the Customer development.
Buyer Personas.
Market analysis.Senior Product Manager perform broader skilled work and specialize in one trade or craft but perform work in a variety of disciplines.
Hiring Range
Between $93K - $105K annually
Benefits
Legend Brands offers an excellent benefits package with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, leaves of absence, 10 paid holidays, generous paid time off, employer matching 401k PLUS a company-sponsored pension, and more!
Additional Considerations
Legend Brands is an equal opportunity employer that considers all applicants without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
Candidates must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S., as we are not currently sponsoring or taking over sponsorship of employment Visa's
All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory pre-employment drug test and background screening.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Burlington, Washington
Posted: 2026-01-17 14:07:58
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A Buyer is sought to join an innovative electronics business in Newbury, Berkshire, contributing to the procurement and supply of electronic components to support customer demand and business growth.
The Buyer, Newbury, Berkshire, will be expected to develop your understanding in the field, learning from peers and senior colleagues in supply chain best practices, supplier management, and materials planning processes.
This may include electronic component sourcing, supplier negotiation, MRP-driven purchasing, and logistics coordination.
Responsibilities include:
Work with supply chain, operations, quality, and sales teams to ensure continuity of supply and accurate material planning.
Create and maintain purchase orders, RFQs, and supplier data using Sage X3 and MRP systems.
Develop and execute procurement and expediting activities to support customer demand and fluctuating production requirements.
Monitor, track, and manage supplier deliveries, inbound logistics, and order confirmations using MRP tools and supplier portals.
Collaborate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and internal quality teams to resolve delivery, pricing, and quality issues.
Maintain comprehensive procurement, pricing, and supplier documentation, ensuring system accuracy and data integrity.
Support sales and operational teams with accurate delivery information, pricing updates, and supply chain insights.
Key skills & experience:
Experience in procurement or buying, ideally within the electronics or manufacturing sector, or equivalent commercial experience.
Proficiency with MRP / ERP systems, ideally Sage X3, and strong general IT skills.
Practical experience with supplier negotiation, RFQs, expediting, and inventory control.
Strong problem-solving, organisational, and commercial skills.
Effective communication skills and the ability to build strong supplier and internal relationships.
How to apply:
Apply now for the Buyer role in Newbury, Berkshire.
Send your CV to adighton@redlinegroup.Com
Or call Adam on 01582 878821 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Newbury, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £32500 - £37000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-16 14:09:00
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Legend Brands, an industry leader and long standing, stable company, combines over 185 years of experience in providing equipment, accessories and chemicals for professional cleaning, facility maintenance, portable environmental control, fire remediation and water damage restoration.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, the Product Manager is responsible for managing assigned product families and leads the Company's Product Development process.
Supervision Responsibility
None
Essential Duties
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties.
The list below is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing, nor does it constitute an employment agreement, and the duties may change at any time.
Set product vision, strategy, roadmap and feature definition of new and existing products.
Work with the Sales and Marketing to create the products position in the marketplace; define go-to-market strategies, create a consistent message, and product promotions.
Manage the entire product portfolio, time-integrated plans for product introduction and product life cycles from strategic planning to tactical activities.
Maintain the PLM (Product Life Cycle Management) report for use in decision making related to product development, forecasting, management review/metrics, creating promotions, and production planning.
Assist with new product pricing and annual product pricing.
Key contributor to multidisciplinary teams as it relates to current products.
Responsible for benchmarking products against the competition (SWOT
Gather emotional intelligence by working with Customers, Sales Partners, and Legend Brands' associates to gather feedback on current product offerings by the competition.
Manage key objectives for product line and business against strategic goals and initiatives.
Manage transition planning with Operations.
Develop and manage strategic plans, operational plans and activities, product and applications planning for the new markets.
Provide new product information to the organization.
Train sales associates on market information, plans, and tactics.
Coordinate market research with Marketing.
Responsible for coordinating new product research with Product Development, Marketing, and Sales.
Coordinate with all groups/departments to ensure that the needs of the marketplace, distribution channel and Legend Brands associates are met.
Minimum Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required.
An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration required.
Product Manager II
This is the 2nd level of the Product Manager series and is required to have a minimum of 5 years of previous experience and working knowledge and competent demonstration of the following:
Experience bringing successful new products to market.
Voice of the Customer development.
Buyer Personas.
Market analysis.Product Manager II perform broader range of duties, proven skillset to fully perform Product Manager responsibilities, more technically complex tasks, expected to set an example of professional efficiency, and provide technical direction to less experienced staff.
Senior Product Manager
This is the senior level of the Product Manager series and is required to have a minimum of 10 years of previous experience and working knowledge and competent demonstration of the following:
Management Product Managers Senior Product Manager perform broader skilled work and specialize in one trade or craft but perform work in a variety of disciplines.
Hiring Range
Between $86K - $105K annually
Benefits
Legend Brands offers an excellent benefits package with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, leaves of absence, 10 paid holidays, generous paid time off, employer matching 401k PLUS a company-sponsored pension, and more!
Additional Considerations
Legend Brands is an equal opportunity employer that considers all applicants without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
Candidates must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S., as we are not currently sponsoring or taking over sponsorship of employment Visa's
All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory pre-employment drug test and background screening.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Burlington, Washington
Posted: 2026-01-15 14:07:26
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Legend Brands, an industry leader and long standing, stable company, combines over 185 years of experience in providing equipment, accessories and chemicals for professional cleaning, facility maintenance, portable environmental control, fire remediation and water damage restoration.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, the Product Manager is responsible for managing assigned product families and leads the Company's Product Development process.
Supervision Responsibility
None
Essential Duties
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties.
The list below is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing, nor does it constitute an employment agreement, and the duties may change at any time.
Set product vision, strategy, roadmap and feature definition of new and existing products.
Work with the Sales and Marketing to create the products position in the marketplace; define go-to-market strategies, create a consistent message, and product promotions.
Manage the entire product portfolio, time-integrated plans for product introduction and product life cycles from strategic planning to tactical activities.
Maintain the PLM (Product Life Cycle Management) report for use in decision making related to product development, forecasting, management review/metrics, creating promotions, and production planning.
Assist with new product pricing and annual product pricing.
Key contributor to multidisciplinary teams as it relates to current products.
Responsible for benchmarking products against the competition (SWOT
Gather emotional intelligence by working with Customers, Sales Partners, and Legend Brands' associates to gather feedback on current product offerings by the competition.
Manage key objectives for product line and business against strategic goals and initiatives.
Manage transition planning with Operations.
Develop and manage strategic plans, operational plans and activities, product and applications planning for the new markets.
Provide new product information to the organization.
Train sales associates on market information, plans, and tactics.
Coordinate market research with Marketing.
Responsible for coordinating new product research with Product Development, Marketing, and Sales.
Coordinate with all groups/departments to ensure that the needs of the marketplace, distribution channel and Legend Brands associates are met.
Minimum Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required.
An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration required.
Product Manager II
This is the 2nd level of the Product Manager series and is required to have a minimum of 5 years of previous experience and working knowledge and competent demonstration of the following:
Experience bringing successful new products to market.
Voice of the Customer development.
Buyer Personas.
Market analysis.Product Manager II perform broader range of duties, proven skillset to fully perform Product Manager responsibilities, more technically complex tasks, expected to set an example of professional efficiency, and provide technical direction to less experienced staff.
Senior Product Manager
This is the senior level of the Product Manager series and is required to have a minimum of 10 years of previous experience and working knowledge and competent demonstration of the following:
Management Product Managers Senior Product Manager perform broader skilled work and specialize in one trade or craft but perform work in a variety of disciplines.
Hiring Range
Between $86K - $105K annually
Benefits
Legend Brands offers an excellent benefits package with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, leaves of absence, 10 paid holidays, generous paid time off, employer matching 401k PLUS a company-sponsored pension, and more!
Additional Considerations
Legend Brands is an equal opportunity employer that considers all applicants without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
Candidates must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S., as we are not currently sponsoring or taking over sponsorship of employment Visa's
All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory pre-employment drug test and background screening.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Burlington, Washington
Posted: 2026-01-15 14:07:22
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Role: Senior Buyer - 12-month FTC
Hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm
Location: Snodland
Our client, a world-renowned manufacturer of innovative and sustainable solutions, is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer for a 12-month maternity cover contract.
The role is responsible for leading a small purchasing team, delivering cost savings, managing SAP MRP/MM processes, sourcing engineering materials, and supporting maintenance and production activities.
Responsibilities:
- Day-to-day management of direct reports, including TMS, appraisals & PDPs.
- Assist in the implementation of a category management approach.
- Support with any site-specific requirements or group purchasing instructions as may be
required from time to time.
- Manage the re-order points for spare parts, investigate and liaise with Engineering to ensure correct stock quantities are maintained of suitable spares
- Manage consignment stocks, ensuring all settlements are carried out on a monthly cycle.
- Manage the creation of material master data in SAP for spare parts
- Source non-stock engineering parts
- Record all cost savings in a departmental spreadsheet for audit purposes.
- Ensure the SAP physical inventory checks are carried out daily and that 100% of inventory is counted within each fiscal year, as evidenced by (MIDO) in SAP.
Monitor and recount high-value differences, investigating as necessary to ensure a high level of stock accuracy is maintained.
- Assist MRP Controller with any high-value or priority purchases.
- Ensure the central stores are compliant with Safety and Environmental rules and legislation, and that the operatives are fully trained and act at all times in a safe manner, ensuring safe systems of work and risk assessment are regularly completed.
- Develop and maintain good working relationships with the key internal and external
stakeholders to facilitate and develop cost-saving strategies across all Mill departments
- Provide stores with cover for planned or unplanned machine shutdowns
- Provide departmental cover as required.
- Participate when required in training programmes as part of the annual appraisal process.
- Attend and actively participate in team meetings.
- Accept additional education/training as deemed necessary, as a result of new equipment
and/or changes in technology, in order to continue satisfactorily carrying out the role.
- When requested, to be available for meetings/projects/working away for short
periods of time, which may include occasional overnight trips
- Monitor and assess all Operations/procedures, and when required, assist in updating /
improvements.
Person Specification:
- Extensive experience in a supervisory purchasing role, preferably within a manufacturing environment or a heavy engineering environment
- Highly motivated and analytical with excellent purchasing experience
- Strong management skills to lead a small team and gain support from all departmental
managers for purchasing activities.
- Experience in using SAP with a sound knowledge of MRP in a relevant position
- Membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply at level 4 or above
mentality
- Experienced negotiator with a proven track record of cost reduction initiatives.
- Category Management experience is preferred, but not essential
On top of a competitive base salary, you will be eligible for a completion bonus, an enhanced company pension, generous holiday allowance, and a range of additional benefits, including full access to onsite facilities such as a gym and canteen.
At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout, spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit.
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This does not need to be formatted in the same manner.
In addition, if your CV is heavy with graphics etc, please could you also submit a "clean" copy in Word.
Thank you.
KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
KHR - Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd.
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Type: Contract Location: Snodland, England
Start: 26/01/2026
Duration: 12 months
Salary / Rate: + Completion Bonus and Bens
Posted: 2026-01-12 13:53:35
