Commercial Manager

Just Recruitment is working with a growing organisation, based on the outskirts of Sudbury, to recruit a 'Purchasing Assistant' for their team.

The key purpose of this role is to support the Purchasing Manager, helping to manage costs and drive improvements in this critical area of the business. You will have a keen interest in solving challenges, collaborating with teams across the business.

Duties include:

• Assist in the procurement of indirect materials, raw materials and packaging materials necessary for production and projects, ensuring timely delivery, cost effectiveness and good quality.
• Collaborate with Production, Logistics, Engineering, Finance, IT and Quality Assurance teams to coordinate procurement activities and address any supply chain issues.
• Set up new supplier accounts in the ERP system and with the Finance department.
• Liaise with suppliers on quotes, issue/release purchase orders to them, and manage order confirmation, ETA dates and customers clearance, booking in deliveries with the Logistics team.
• Resolve invoice queries and obtain invoices.
• Research and identify potential new suppliers.
• Build relationships with existing/potential suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure any issues are resolved to the satisfaction of all parties.
• Monitor inventory levels, analyse demand forecasts and generate purchase orders to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, industry regulations and quality standards for products and documentation.
• Analyse procurement and inventory data using Excel to identify trends, opportunities for cost savings, and areas for process improvement.

Role requirements include:

• A commercial mindset - driven to manage costs and achieve great results in negotiations with suppliers, and implement improvements to the company’s processes to create efficient ways of working.
• Reliable, detail-oriented with the ability to manage your workload in alignment with business priorities.
• Ability to maintain and build good working relationships, internally and externally, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experienced in using Microsoft Office applications, including setting up and using Excel for basic data analysis (ability to use formulas a plus).
• Able to learn new systems and processes.
• An understanding of purchasing/procurement and supply chain terminology and best practices to enable you to solve issues independently.
• Experience in using an ERP system.

Working hours for this role are from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

This role is fully site-based, and due to the company’s location, you must have access to your own transport.

Just Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent roles.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Just Recruitment is partnering with a company based on the outskirts of Colchester to recruit a Quality & Compliance Manager.

You will be responsible for managing and overseeing the company’s compliance and quality assurance activities, ensuring the effective implementation and maintenance of ISO standards and internal controls across the business.

Duties will include:

• Expand the ISO 9001 system to cover all areas of the business, ensuring comprehensive documentation of workflows that accurately reflect business processes and activities.
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) and ISO 27001 (Information Security Management), ensuring ongoing compliance with the standards.
• Collaborate with the Finance Director to implement robust controls and internal audits related to all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with FCA regulations, including record-keeping, reporting, and adherence to guidelines.
• Monitor regulatory updates and ensure that all processes are updated in line with FCA requirements.
• Assist in preparing reports for submission to regulatory bodies and ensure proper documentation of all compliance efforts.

Role requirements include:

• Proven experience in a compliance or quality assurance role, preferably within a regulated industry.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex regulations and data effectively.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong organisational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organisation, both verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in using compliance management software and tools.
• A relevant degree or professional qualification in a related field is advantageous.
• Six Sigma certifications.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).
• PRINCE2 or PMI.

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme.
• Performance bonus.

Benefits include:

• Company events.
• Company pension.
• Free flu jabs.
• Health and wellbeing programme.
• On-site parking.
• Profit sharing.

Hours:

Monday to Thursday, 8.30am to 5.30pm.
Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.

Just Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Just Recruitment is working with a long-standing manufacturing business based in Sudbury to recruit a 'Plastic Moulding Technician' to join their team.

The key purpose of this role is to set moulding machines under the direct supervision of the Supervisor/Manager and to ensure the smooth running of the production process and guarantee that all products are produced to the stated specifications.

Key duties include:

• Setting the correct tool into the moulding machine as required, using clamps, bolts and hand tools as necessary.
• Setting machine controls to regulate temperature, moulding pressure and cycle time according to the specification/procedures for each job card.
• Ensuring the correct raw materials are added to the hopper and then commencing production.
• Being responsible for ensuring that the machine operator is aware of the necessary work required of them for the correct quality of the finished product.
• Carrying out all repairs and maintenance as required throughout the shift.
• Liaising with the General Manager to ensure the smooth running of the shop floor and organisation of the work schedule.
• Reporting any problems, breakdowns, staffing issues, etc., to the General Manager or Administrator in a timely fashion.
• Ensuring that all machines are set and ready to run for the Operators to commence their shift.
• Ensuring that each operator is completely aware of all aspects of the work that they are given to do and understands the importance of Quality Checking and hourly checking procedures.
• Ensuring that all product is correctly labelled and identifiable, including anything in the regrind room.
• Ensuring that good housekeeping is maintained at all times.

Key requirements for this role include:

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to plan and organise within strict deadlines.
• Excellent team worker, with the ability and self-discipline to work alone effectively.
• Positive approach to production support and customer service.
• Highly driven and self-motivated.
• Maintains a professional attitude, keeps calm and controlled.
• Confident working in a demanding and pressurised environment.
• Adaptable and flexible in approach to change.
• Proactive decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use conceptual thinking and awareness to generate new ideas.

This is a Monday to Friday role, working on a split shift schedule.

Free parking is available on-site.

Just Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Just Recruitment is recruiting a Regional Sales Manager to establish new distribution networks and relationships for a company in the West Yorkshire area.

The role will involve:

• Strategic Deployment: Propose development strategies aligned with SBU strategic axes, translate them into action plans, and ensure their implementation.
• Develop the commercial policy, product offerings, and pricing conditions; prioritise and allocate resources; develop sales forecasts for PIC (S&OP); monitor margins on direct costs.
• Facilitate decision-making and resource coordination, ensure efficiency in expenses and investments, monitor regulatory changes, evolve organisation and procedures, establish and update performance indicators, and monitor service effectiveness and efficiency.
• Facilitate decision-making and resource coordination, ensure efficiency in expenses and investments, monitor regulatory changes, evolve organisation and procedures, establish and update performance indicators, and monitor service effectiveness and efficiency.

Preference will be given to applications with business-to-business direct sales experience in the electrical / tools / PPE sector.

Just Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent roles.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Just Temps is proud to be supporting a well-established manufacturer in the Braintree area, known for their innovative and sustainable production facility. We are recruiting for a Welder/Fabricator to join their growing team.

This is an immediate start, temp-to-perm opportunity role!

Hours: 40 hours per week

• Monday to Thursday: 07.30 to 16.30
• Friday: 07.30 to 13.30

Overtime is available – with the potential to earn up to £30,000 per annum!

About the role:

You will be part of a small but skilled fabrication team, working on the main body-build of large specialist vehicles. Reporting directly to the Welding/Fabrication Supervisor, this is a hands-on role suitable for a proactive and committed individual.

Key responsibilities include:

• MIG welding and fabricating of vehicle components (5mm material and above).
• Working from CAD drawings to complete builds to specification.
• Complying with health and safety regulations and company procedures.
• Maintaining all welding equipment and ensuring it is safe and fit for use.
• Delivering high-quality workmanship with attention to detail.

Role requirements include:

• Prior experience in MIG welding and fabrication (training provided if required).
• The ability to read and interpret CAD drawings is advantageous.
• Capable of working independently or within a small team.
• Organised, proactive and solution-oriented.
• Focused on meeting deadlines and contributing to production targets.
• Committed to health, safety, and quality standards.

Benefits include:

• Monthly employee prize draws.
• Biannual vouchers for staff recognition.
• Regular company-funded food events.
• Free onsite parking.
• On-site electric vehicle charging points.
• PPE provided, including high-spec air-fed welding helmets.
• Free -n-ste parking is available

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a forward-thinking employer in a growing industry.

Just Temps acts as an Employment Business for the supply of Temporary Staff.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.