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Location: Between Bury St Edmunds & Stowmarket (Hybrid) Are you a commercially driven procurement professional with experience in construction or infrastructure supply chains? This is an opportunity to take ownership of a critical category, delivering safe, compliant, and cost-effective construction services within a complex, regulated environment. We are seeking a Category Manager - Outsourced Construction to lead procurement strategy, sourcing, and supplier management across externally delivered construction works. This role suits candidates with strong experience in construction, civil engineering, utilities, or infrastructure procurement, including managing subcontractors, frameworks, and major delivery partners. The Role You will take full accountability for the outsourced construction category, including: Civil engineering works Utilities installation Reinstatement and street works Jointing and metering services Specialist subcontractors and multi-utility partners Acting as a commercial business partner to senior stakeholders across Construction, Engineering, Design, Commercial, and Finance, you will drive procurement excellence, robust governance, and high-performing supplier partnerships. Key Responsibilities Category Strategy & Sourcing Develop and implement multi-year category strategies aligned to business growth Lead end-to-end sourcing (RFPs, RFQs, negotiations) Conduct market analysis, benchmarking, and risk assessments Supplier & Contract Management Manage strategic supplier relationships Oversee contract lifecycle, KPIs, and performance reviews Optimise commercial value across frameworks and major contracts Stakeholder Partnership Collaborate with operational and technical teams to meet programme needs Translate requirements into effective procurement solutions Governance & Risk Ensure strong controls over spend, contracts, and compliance Monitor supplier performance (H&S, regulatory, financial, delivery) Sustainability & Innovation Drive sustainable procurement, carbon reduction, and social value Encourage supplier innovation and continuous improvement About You A commercially astute procurement professional who thrives in a fast-paced, stakeholder-led environment. Essential: Proven experience in category management or strategic procurement Strong background in construction, civil engineering, utilities, or infrastructure (preferred) Expertise managing complex supplier relationships and long-term contracts Proven negotiation, cost optimisation, and value delivery Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Qualifications: CIPS Level 5 (or working towards) Skills & Attributes: Excellent stakeholder management Highly organised with strong attention to detail Able to work independently and cross-functionally Desirable: Degree or postgraduate qualification Experience within utilities or regulated environments What's on Offer Competitive salary with annual review Up to 10% employer pension contribution 33 days holiday + option to buy more Enhanced family leave Hybrid working Clear development pathways Referral bonus scheme Why Apply? This is a high-impact role with real scope to shape supplier strategy and influence large-scale project delivery. Ideal for a Category Manager or Senior Buyer ready to step up, you'll play a key role in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality outcomes across a growing infrastructure environment.

Position: Membership Advisor (within property lettings)Salary: £26,775Contract: PermanentLocation: Warwick CV34, hybrid based, 2 WFH, 3 in office. No flexibility on thatWorking Shifts: 9am-5pm Monday to Friday, 37 hours p/w This is a great opportunity for someone who perhaps is a Lettings Agent who is no longer interested in the Sales aspect of an agent role or someone who has come from an admin support role within Lettings Lettings Expert Membership Advisor duties include: Answering queries via telephone, providing support or signposting legal & compliance queries from members (1st point of call) Log accurate data and member discussions on the CRM system. Promote/signpost FAQs factsheets and legislation & policy guidance to members. Help review and complete existing legal documents and templates. Escalate legal queries where applicable Keep up to date with property policies & legislations and the general property industry The phonelines operate from 10am until 4pm to ensure that the advisors have time to do deal with any outstanding queries/admin duties, and of course to have that all important rest time from the phones, before and after their shift. Membership Advisor person specification: Excellent customer service skills, with eloquent communication skills Experience within Property Sales or Lettings or Legal is essential (someone who understands lettings legality and contracts). Please note that your application will not be considered if you don't have this experience Good researching skills and experience is a must Other essential skills and experience needed - Professional manner and clear communication skills Customer service experience Proficient Microsoft Office. Ability to work under pressure/in a fast paced environment Eager to self-develop to continue being the expert in your field The team are friendly, lively and social , so this would suit someone who is looking for a close knit team to work alongside. Our client offers: Onsite car park FREE courses after probation period (level 3 and 4 equivalent) 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, extended with length of service (up to 28 days holidays) Expensed Medical Care Apply today and a Reed representative will guide you through the next steps of your application. Interview process: 1st stage - Reed Interview 2nd stage - MS Teams call with client 3rd Stage - Face to face on site

Reed Business Support are currently recruiting for an Assistant Bid Writer on behalf of a well-established and growing organisation within the construction and regeneration sector. With over two decades of industry success, our client delivers large-scale, high-quality projects across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate with strong creative writing experience who is looking to build a long-term career within bid writing, marketing, or280 construction. About the Role: As an Assistant Bid Writer, you will support the delivery of high-quality, compelling tender submissions for major construction projects. You'll work closely with senior bid professionals and internal teams to produce engaging, compliant, and client-focused documentation. Key responsibilities include: Producing bespoke responses for PQQs and ITTs Reviewing and interpreting tender documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness Writing clear, engaging, and tailored content that meets client requirements Supporting bid meetings from tender release through to submission Collaborating with internal teams including estimating, planning, and operations Maintaining and updating bid libraries, case studies, and staff CVs Supporting marketing activities such as LinkedIn content, brochures, and website updates Attending project sites to gain insight and enhance bid submissions Meeting strict deadlines and ensuring all submissions are of a high standard About You: Must be a graduate (or equivalent level) Proven experience or strong ability in creative writing (essential) Excellent written English with a strong attention to detail Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills Proficient in Microsoft Office A proactive, team-oriented approach Interest in construction, infrastructure, or the built environment (desirable) Benefits: Competitive salary with clear progression pathway Opportunity to develop within a specialist and in-demand career Exposure to major UK construction and regeneration projects Supportive team environment with ongoing training and development Hybrid working opportunities (depending on business needs) Company pension and additional employee benefits Our client is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all individuals, ensuring equal opportunities throughout the recruitment process and employment lifecycle. If you're a creative graduate looking to apply your writing skills in a dynamic and rewarding environment, apply today. Reed Business Support look forward to supporting you with the next step in your career.

Working hours: Full time - 36 hours per week Schedule type: Office based for the first 3-6months. Hybrid working allowed after this point, 1-2 days home based dependant on business needs. The Role Are you ready to make a real difference in people's lives while building a rewarding career? At Raven Housing Trust, we're passionate about creating safe, healthy homes for our residents-and we're looking for someone who shares that commitment. As a Property Services Planning Team Leader, you'll join a forward-thinking team tackling some of the most important challenges in housing today. This is your chance to play a key role in improving living conditions and shaping services that truly matter. This is more than a job-it's an opportunity to be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and customer focus. At Raven, we empower our people to lead with purpose. You'll join an organisation that values belonging, ownership, and collaboration-where your voice matters and your impact is felt across our communities. We're proud of our inclusive, supportive culture and our commitment to professional development. What you'll be doing In this role you will support effective delivery of Property Services by leading the day-to-day planning and scheduling function. This role is hands-on, with responsibility for managing time-sensitive scheduling activity, responding to changes such as cancellations, and ensuring work is allocated in a way that optimises resource use and meets service stands. You will: Provide day-to-day guidance, coaching, and support to schedulers/planners. Ensure team members prioritise urgent and emergency work appropriately. Maintain reliable system data to support performance tracking and reporting. Promote a positive, collaborative and high-performance team environment. Identify and escalate risks related to scheduling, delivery and data accuracy. Work with managers and stakeholders to enhance service delivery and team productivity. What you'll bring We're looking for someone who has: Experience supporting or supervising a team in a fast-paced operational environment. Understanding of property maintenance processes and job sequencing. Experience working within a planning, scheduling or coordination function, ideally within housing repairs, construction, or maintenance. Ability to maximise operative productivity though effective scheduling and prioritisation. A strong working knowledge of scheduling and housing repairs systems (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics, iProperty Cloud, More IQ, DRS, or similar.) Ability to interpret operational data (e.g. job volumes, utilisation, appointment performance) and take action. Why join Raven? At Raven, we're more than just a housing association - we're a community focused organisation committed to creating positive change. You'll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking team where your ideas and expertise will genuinely make a difference. You will also share our values: earning trust by being open and accountable, listening with an open mind, working collaboratively, and caring about making things better. What Raven will offer in return To create a great experience for our customers, we need to create a great experience for one another. What Raven offers goes beyond the ordinary, giving you the opportunity to join a community of people who share the same values and are passionate about making a difference. Our reward package includes: Competitive salaries Fantastic work/life balance with flexible working and generous leave entitlement Strong focus on learning and development, with opportunities to grow your skills and career Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay Funded health cash plan Extensive wellbeing support Voucher-based recognition scheme Retail discounts Raven are focused on creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications form all candidates, including minority ethnics, the LBGTQ+ community, people with disabilities and long-term health conditions, neurodivergent people, parents, carers, and people from lower socio-economic backgrounds. Selection process Your application will progress through the following stages: 1.Application Review Your CV and supporting documents will be reviewed by Reed Recruitment against the essential criteria outlined in the Skills & Experience section of this advert. Please ensure your CV clearly demonstrates how you meet the required criteria in order to be considered. 2.Microsoft Teams Interview If shortlisted, you will be invited to a Teams interview. During this stage, you will be assessed against the Skills & Experience criteria and your overall suitability for the position. 3.Face-to-face interview Successful candidates will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview. This is the final stage of the selection process and will determine the outcome of your application. 4.Feedback Feedback will be provided following the interview stage. Successful candidates will then be considered for an offer. Further information As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we run a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants. If you meet the essential criteria listed in the job description for this position and would like to be considered under this scheme, please state this in your application. All data collected is anonymous and has zero bearing on your application. If there is anything we can do to accommodate your specific situation, please let the recruitment team know.

Head of Operations Location: Bromsgrove (Office-based with UK travel) Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 + bonus + benefits About the Business Our client is an ethically driven, community-focused retail and hospitality business with a growing UK footprint. Built on strong values around sustainability, responsible sourcing, and customer experience, they are known for delivering high-quality products while prioritising people, partners, and the environment. With an expanding franchised network, ESG principles are embedded into day-to-day operations. The Opportunity A key senior leadership role for a commercially focused Head of Operations to take ownership of performance, governance, and scalability across the UK estate. Reporting to the executive team, you will define and deliver operational strategy, ensuring sites run safely, efficiently, and in line with brand standards. This role combines strategic influence with hands-on leadership. Key Responsibilities Operations & Performance Deliver the UK operational strategy aligned to growth plans Drive consistency, quality, and profitability Implement KPIs, performance frameworks, and accountability Ensure compliance with H&S, food safety, and regulations Franchise & Stakeholder Management Lead relationships with franchise partners and stakeholders Drive performance and accountability Support new openings and operational readiness Supply Chain & Commercial Oversee supply chain strategy for efficiency and scalability Balance cost, quality, and sustainability with suppliers Influence pricing, margins, and product range Support rollout of campaigns and seasonal initiatives People & Culture Lead and develop the operations function Build capability across site teams Embed a high-performance, values-led culture Insight & Strategy Own reporting and performance analysis Use P&L data to guide decisions Contribute to growth and investment strategy About You Senior operations experience in multi-site hospitality, retail, or franchise environments Strong commercial and P&L understanding Experience in supply chain and product strategy Influential leader with a hands-on approach Proven ability to scale operations while maintaining standards What's on Offer £60,000 - £65,000 DOE + bonus Senior leadership exposure and autonomy Opportunity to shape a growing national business People-first, values-driven culture Why Join? A chance to play a key role in a growing, purpose-led organisation where sustainability and commercial success go hand in hand.

Head of Operations Location: Bromsgrove (Office-based with UK travel) Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 + bonus + benefits About the Business Our client is an ethically driven, community-focused retail and hospitality business with a growing UK footprint. Built on strong values around sustainability, responsible sourcing, and customer experience, they are known for delivering high-quality products while prioritising people, partners, and the environment. With an expanding franchised network, ESG principles are embedded into day-to-day operations. The Opportunity A key senior leadership role for a commercially focused Head of Operations to take ownership of performance, governance, and scalability across the UK estate. Reporting to the executive team, you will define and deliver operational strategy, ensuring sites run safely, efficiently, and in line with brand standards. This role combines strategic influence with hands-on leadership. Key Responsibilities Operations & Performance Deliver the UK operational strategy aligned to growth plans Drive consistency, quality, and profitability Implement KPIs, performance frameworks, and accountability Ensure compliance with H&S, food safety, and regulations Franchise & Stakeholder Management Lead relationships with franchise partners and stakeholders Drive performance and accountability Support new openings and operational readiness Supply Chain & Commercial Oversee supply chain strategy for efficiency and scalability Balance cost, quality, and sustainability with suppliers Influence pricing, margins, and product range Support rollout of campaigns and seasonal initiatives People & Culture Lead and develop the operations function Build capability across site teams Embed a high-performance, values-led culture Insight & Strategy Own reporting and performance analysis Use P&L data to guide decisions Contribute to growth and investment strategy About You Senior operations experience in multi-site hospitality, retail, or franchise environments Strong commercial and P&L understanding Experience in supply chain and product strategy Influential leader with a hands-on approach Proven ability to scale operations while maintaining standards What's on Offer £60,000 - £65,000 DOE + bonus Senior leadership exposure and autonomy Opportunity to shape a growing national business People-first, values-driven culture Why Join? A chance to play a key role in a growing, purpose-led organisation where sustainability and commercial success go hand in hand.