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Manufacturing Account Manager Location: Oldbury, office-based Contract: Permanent Salary: Circa £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Build Relationships. Drive Growth. Make an Impact. Are you a commercially minded Account Manager within the Manufacturing industry, who enjoys building trusted customer relationships and identifying opportunities for growth? This is your chance to join a highly respected UK manufacturer that partners with some of the world's leading brands across the automotive, aerospace, defence, medical and industrial sectors. Renowned for combining advanced automated technology with expert craftsmanship, this company delivers premium decorative and functional coating solutions for complex, precision-engineered components. As they continue to grow, they're looking for a Manufacturing Account Manager who can become a trusted partner to their customers while helping to drive long-term commercial success. What You'll Be Doing As the main point of contact for a portfolio of customers, you'll build lasting partnerships, coordinate projects internally and identify opportunities to grow existing accounts. Your responsibilities as the Manufacturing Account Manager will include: - Building strong, long-term relationships with key customer accounts. - Acting as the first point of contact for customer enquiries, projects and technical requirements. - Developing a thorough understanding of each customer's business and future requirements. - Identifying opportunities to grow accounts through upselling and cross-selling. - Preparing quotations, pricing proposals and responses to RFQs. - Working closely with Sales, Operations, Quality and Production teams to deliver exceptional customer service. - Managing customer issues through to resolution, ensuring a positive experience throughout. - Using commercial data and customer insight to develop competitive proposals. - Maintaining accurate account records and customer information. - Developing a strong understanding of the company's specialist coating technologies. - Visiting customer sites and attending industry events when required What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who enjoys working with customers, building long-term partnerships and finding solutions that create value. You'll ideally have: - Previous experience in Account Management, Sales, Customer Service or Client Relationship Management positions - Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills. - Strong commercial awareness and business acumen skills - Excellent communication and negotiation skills. - The ability to manage multiple customer accounts and priorities. - A proactive, organised and customer-focused approach. - Excellent influence and problem-solving abilities. - Good Microsoft Office skills. - Experience within manufacturing, engineering or technical industries would be advantageous. Hours: Full-time onsite in Oldbury with a flexible attitude towards working hours. Monday Thursday: 08.00-17.00 & Friday: 08.00-13:30 Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join an innovative manufacturing business where you'll play a key role in developing customer partnerships and contributing directly to business growth. If you're looking for a role where you can build relationships, influence commercial success and become part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Today Submit your CV today and one of our consultants will be in touch to discuss the Manufacturing Account Manager position in more detail. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Manufacturing Systems Administrator Location: Near Daventry Salary: £36,000 £38,000 per annum Contract: Contract to Permanent Hours: Monday to Thursday 7:00am 4:30pm, Friday 7:00am 12:45pm Manufacturing Systems Administrator required to join a luxury automotive brand based near Daventry on a contract-to-permanent basis. Our client is a luxury automotive brand with a global reputation for bespoke restorations. Working with some of the most iconic designs using modern engineering, this company is one of a kind and their attention to detail is second to none. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly skilled manufacturing environment and support the systems and processes behind the production of some of the world s most distinctive vehicles. Due to continued growth, our client is looking for a Manufacturing Systems Administrator to join their team. You will support the day-to-day administration and maintenance of manufacturing systems, including MES, helping to ensure production information remains accurate, systems operate effectively and users receive the support they need. This role would suit someone with experience working with manufacturing systems, production data, MES or ERP platforms who is comfortable carrying out system administration, managing data, supporting users and coordinating system issues. In return, you will join an inclusive and supportive team with a great attitude and family culture within a modern facility. This position is on a contract-to-permanent basis, working a Day Shift Monday to Friday and offering a competitive salary. Responsibilities of the Manufacturing Systems Administrator: System Administration: - Support the day-to-day administration and maintenance of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). - Assist with system updates, configuration changes and general system housekeeping. - Maintain accurate system records, documentation and manufacturing information. - Support the administration of documents and data linked to manufacturing systems. - Assist with the flow of information between MES, ERP and other relevant business systems. User Support: - Provide first-line support to manufacturing personnel and system users. - Assist with system queries, access issues and basic troubleshooting. - Log, monitor and follow up system-related support tickets. - Escalate more complex technical issues to software providers, internal teams or external support partners where required. - Support users with system processes and provide basic guidance or training where required. Data Management: - Maintain accurate data within manufacturing systems. - Carry out routine data checks, updates and cleansing to maintain data integrity. - Support vehicles build book information and other production-related records. - Assist with data migration, backups and general data administration. - Ensure manufacturing information is handled accurately and in line with company processes. Systems & Production Support: - Support the connection and flow of information between manufacturing, inventory, supply chain and quality systems. - Assist with testing system updates and changes before they are introduced into the live production environment. - Support the resolution of MES issues and ensure tickets are progressed through to completion. - Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality and IT teams to support day-to-day system requirements. System Monitoring: - Monitor manufacturing systems and highlight any issues that may affect production. - Assist with investigating recurring system problems and escalate concerns where necessary. - Support the smooth day-to-day running of manufacturing systems across the production environment. Continuous Improvement: - Support improvements to manufacturing systems, processes and workflows. - Assist with identifying opportunities to improve data accuracy, system usability and administration processes. - Work with internal teams to support system changes and continuous improvement activity. - Experience with Siemens Opcenter would be advantageous but is not essential. To show your interest in the Manufacturing Systems Administrator role, please Apply Now with a copy of your CV. Should you be successfully shortlisted, a member of our Team will contact you to discuss the role in more detail. All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.

Internal Recruiter Daventry Permanent Competitive salary to be discussed on application Role Summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Internal Recruiter to join a growing automotive business, taking ownership of the full recruitment lifecycle across a wide range of vacancies. The successful Internal Recruiter will work closely with hiring managers to attract, engage and secure high-calibre talent while delivering an exceptional candidate experience. Role & Responsibilities - Manage the end-to-end recruitment process across a variety of business functions. - Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce requirements and develop effective recruitment strategies. - Create and advertise engaging job opportunities across multiple recruitment platforms. - Source candidates using job boards, LinkedIn, networking and employee referrals. - Screen CVs and conduct initial interviews to assess candidate suitability. - Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers. - Maintain regular communication with candidates throughout the recruitment process. - Manage Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and ensure recruitment records remain accurate and up to date. - Conduct reference and background checks where required. - Prepare and negotiate employment offers alongside HR and hiring managers. - Monitor recruitment performance metrics including time-to-fill, cost-per-hire and quality of hire. - Keep up to date with employment legislation and recruitment best practice. Requirements Of The Role - Proven experience within internal recruitment, talent acquisition or recruitment agency environments. - Experience working in the Automotive, Manufacturing or Engineering industries would be beneficial - Ability to manage multiple recruitment campaigns simultaneously. - Experience recruiting across multiple departments and seniority levels. - Knowledge of recruitment best practice and UK employment legislation. - Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). - Proficiency with Microsoft Office and recruitment platforms including LinkedIn Recruiter. - Strong organisational and time management abilities. - Data-driven approach to recruitment reporting and performance metrics. Apply Now If you are an experienced Internal Recruiter looking to progress your career within a professional and growing organisation, we would love to hear from you. Apply today for this Internal Recruiter opportunity.

Supply Chain Data Analyst Location: Nr Daventry Pay: To be discussed on application Permanant Are you an experienced Supply Chain Data Analyst looking for your next career move? You would be joining a globally recognised luxury automotive manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking Supply Chain and Logistics team where you will play a key role in maintaining master data integrity, supporting engineering changes and driving continuous improvement across supply chain systems. As a Supply Chain Data Analyst, you will manage Bill of Materials (BOM) data, maintain MRP system accuracy and ensure data governance standards are consistently achieved. You will work closely with Engineering, Production and Supply Chain teams to improve planning, inventory management and operational performance. The Role: - Maintain the accuracy and integrity of inventory, demand and master data within the MRP system. - Manage Bill of Materials (BOM) maintenance, including part number creation, part attributes, part lineage and standard operating procedures. - Validate BOMs to ensure data accuracy, completeness and alignment with engineering change documentation. - Coordinate Engineering Change implementation and manage superseded parts through approved disposition processes - Act as the primary contact for Engineering regarding part master data management. - Research, validate and maintain supplier information including costs, lead times, shutdown periods, minimum order quantities and batch sizes. - Drive continuous improvements to BOM management, data integrity and MRP system performance. - Develop, monitor and report Supply Chain and Logistics performance metrics. - Support data governance initiatives and implement best practice data management processes. Who are we looking for? - Previous experience working with MRP systems and master data management. - Strong understanding of Bill of Materials (BOM) management and Engineering Change processes. - Manufacturing or automotive industry experience is advantageous. - Excellent analytical skills with high attention to detail. - Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis capability. - Advanced Power BI capability - Strong project management, organisational and time management skills. - Ability to collaborate effectively across Engineering, Production and Supply Chain teams. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment. - Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset. - Positive attitude with a commitment to delivering high-quality work. In return, you will receive a competitive salary, with one day working from home each week and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful continuous improvement initiatives. If you are ready to take the next step in your career this could be the ideal opportunity. We are looking for a proactive individual with excellent attention to detail and a passion for improving business processes through data. Working Hours Monday to Thursday - 07:30 to 16.15 and Friday - 7.00 to 15.30 1 working from home day per week. Apply Now If you are an experienced Supply Chain Data Analyst looking for your next opportunity, we would like to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this Supply Chain Data Analyst position.

Business Analyst Outside IR35 Contract until 18th Dec. 2026 Crewe - Hybrid - 2-days per week We are recruiting for a Business Analyst to support complex, high-impact IT change initiatives within a fast-paced automotive and manufacturing environment. This contract role will focus on understanding business needs, shaping clear requirements, supporting solution design, and ensuring change activity delivers measurable value and practical outcomes. As a Business Analyst , you will work closely with stakeholders across IT, operational teams, suppliers and senior leadership, helping to turn business challenges into structured insights, clear requirements and actionable solutions. This is a role for someone confident, proactive and comfortable asking the right questions, challenging assumptions and bringing clarity to complex change. Key responsibilities: - Lead end-to-end business analysis activity across complex IT change initiatives, from discovery through to delivery and benefits realisation. - Elicit, analyse, document and manage high-quality requirements, ensuring they are clearly linked to business outcomes and value. - Translate business problems into structured insights, process models, user stories, acceptance criteria and practical recommendations. - Support business case development, including benefits definition, cost/benefit analysis and impact assessment. - Work with stakeholders at all levels, including senior stakeholders, to clarify priorities, challenge constructively and drive alignment. - Validate solution designs to ensure they meet business needs, expected outcomes and operational requirements. - Define and assure non-functional requirements, including availability, performance, security, resilience, scalability, supportability and operational readiness. - Apply systems thinking to understand upstream and downstream impacts across processes, applications, data, suppliers, operational teams and business outcomes. - Work with third-party suppliers, delivery partners and systems integrators to ensure requirements are understood and outputs are validated. - Produce clear, consistent and high-quality BA artefacts with strong traceability, governance and delivery confidence. Key skills and experience required: - Strong experience delivering business analysis within complex IT change environments. - Proven requirements engineering, process modelling, data analysis and solution evaluation skills. - Experience working across both Agile and Waterfall delivery models. - Confident creating user stories and acceptance criteria, including Given / When / Then acceptance criteria in GHERKIN format. - Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence without authority. - Ability to manage ambiguity, challenge appropriately and bring structure to complex or conflicting requirements. - Experience contributing to business cases, benefits definition, impact assessments and value-led delivery. - Strong planning, organisation and prioritisation skills across multiple workstreams. - Experience working with cloud, infrastructure, integration or enterprise systems would be highly beneficial. - Exposure to digital transformation, multi-system change, legacy modernisation or process digitisation would be advantageous. - Experience within manufacturing, automotive or another complex operational environment would be beneficial. - Microsoft and SAP-based systems experience would be preferred. - A recognised Business Analysis qualification from BCS or IIBA above entry or foundation level would be highly desirable. If you are an experienced Business Analyst with a strong background in complex IT change, stakeholder engagement and value-led delivery, this contract opportunity offers the chance to contribute to high-impact transformation activity within a complex operational environment. Please note, this role is deemed outside of IR35 - you will be operating as a Limited company Contractor.

Role: HR Manager Salary: to be discussed on application Location: Barnstaple Contract: FTC, 12 Months (maternity cover) Role Summary An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Manager to join a busy manufacturing environment on a fixed-term basis. The successful HR Manager will provide both strategic and operational HR support, partnering with line managers to deliver effective people solutions while ensuring compliance with UK employment legislation. This role offers the opportunity to influence employee engagement, talent development, recruitment, and workplace culture across the site. Role & Responsibilities of an HR Manager - Provide line managers with support, guidance, and clarification on all matters relating to people management. - Manage employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, capability, and performance matters, ensuring fair and consistent processes. - Drive initiatives focused on employee engagement, performance management, talent acquisition, and talent development. - Support the full recruitment cycle across the site for all permanent vacancies - Manage the site apprenticeship programme, including candidate attraction, selection, development coordination, progress monitoring, and collaboration with local colleges and mentors. - Manage compensation, benefits, and performance review processes. - Ensure compliance with UK employment law, HR policies, and HR best practice. - Promote a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture. - Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR processes and practices in the role of HR Manager. Requirements of an HR Manager - University degree or CIPD Level 5 qualification with relevant experience in an HR Manager or HR Advisor position. - Proven experience managing employee relations matters. - Strong practical knowledge of UK employment law. - Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. - A balanced strategic and operational approach with a strong focus on achieving results. - Excellent planning and organisational skills. - High level of customer focus. - Fluent English communication skills. - Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced environment as an HR Manager. Apply Now If you are an experienced HR Manager looking for your next opportunity, we would like to hear from you. Apply today for further information.