Job Title: Procurement Category Manager (Indirects) Reporting to: Head of Procurement Position Type: 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract (Hybrid) Department: Operations / Finance Role Overview This role is responsible for leading the end-to-end procurement and contracting of goods and services. It focuses on strategic category management, supplier relationship management, and ensuring value for money through effective procurement practices. The postholder will design and implement procurement strategies, policies, and processes to optimise spend, maximise commercial value, and support organisational objectives. Key Responsibilities Procurement & Strategy Develop and implement best-practice procurement strategies, systems, and procedures Lead strategic procurement planning in collaboration with budget holders Create and deliver category strategies aligned to organisational priorities Drive stakeholder engagement to ensure adoption of category and supplier...

Mechanical Systems Engineer Rail Contract The Opportunity - Ford & Stanley are supporting a rail client with the recruitment of a Mechanical Systems Engineer to support product quality assurance and return-to-manufacturer (RTM) activities. This role has been created due to increased RMA (Return Material Authorisation) activity, requiring additional technical expertise to assess defective components and manage supplier returns. You will play a key role in ensuring product reliability and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The position suits an engineer who is comfortable working independently, applying strong technical judgement, and engaging with both internal teams and external suppliers. Responsibilities - Assess defective products and determine appropriate return or repair actions Manage and process RMA activities in line with company procedures Conduct detailed failure analysis and technical evaluations Maintain accurate records of defects, findings,...

Berry Recruitment is currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established national client for an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver to join their busy and expanding operation. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected national company offering a positive working environment and ongoing training opportunities. The Role Delivering goods safely and efficiently to customers Operating a truck-mounted Moffett forklift, training can be provided Providing excellent customer service on a daily basis Completing all deliveries in line with EU driving regulations Start time: 6:30am until finish Minimum of 8 hours per shift Essential Requirements Full UK HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence Maximum of 6 penalty points (minor offences only) Minimum 2 years' HGV driving experience Valid Moffett / Truck Mounted Forklift licence Valid Digital Tachograph card Full Driver CPC qualification Good geographical knowledge Strong customer service skills Good written and...

Software Developer Industrial Placement Year in Industry Placement - Advanced Research Computing (ARC) SALARY: £24,785 per annum JOB TYPE: Full-Time, 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract LOCATION: Dicot, Oxfordshire The Rosalind Franklin Institute (the Franklin) is a technology institute established by the UK Government as a unique centre committed to advancing tools that are needed to transform healthcare in the future. The Institute brings together researchers in life and physical sciences, and engineering, to develop a spectrum of tools which we will use to image, interpret and intervene in biological systems. These insights will speed up the discovery of new medicines, help find new diagnostics and contribute to a deeper understanding of human health and disease. Our Science Strategy seeks to focus the Franklin s research and unite our researchers around our Technology Innovation Challenges and Life Science Challenges. We are offering a Year in Industry placement for a...

Solution Architect - 3 months+ - (Apply online only)pd Outside IR35- Fully remote We are looking for several Solution Architects to work with a government organisation through our consultancy client. Role responsibilities: Proven ability to produce and maintain Solution Design Documents (SDDs) alongside supporting architectural artefacts and technical specifications Experience providing solution architecture advisory support and translating Discovery outputs into solution design decisions and technical requirements Strong understanding of architecture governance (SAB/ARB) combined with alignment to the Gov clients IT Strategy and solution design standards Expertise in solution assurance and iterative design review across complex digital transformation and transition programmes Ability to design and document integration, reconciliation and resilient service solutions, including consideration for Disaster Recovery and operational continuity Solution Architect - 3...

Head of Portfolio PMO - Interim Start 1st of June, 2026 Stevenage Head Office - hybrid working 1000 to 1200 per day - Inside of IR35 Monthly rolling A senior leadership role within the Strategic Projects and Management Office. The postholder is accountable for establishing, leading, and continuously improving the way the change portfolio is delivered. The role ensures that robust governance, delivery frameworks, quality standards, and assurance processes are in place to enable successful delivery of projects and programmes. The role influences organisational delivery capability, providing the delivery framework, and expert support to project and programme managers. Driving consistency, transparency, and control across the change portfolio while enabling teams to deliver effectively is a key requirement. This position requires a commercially minded, proactive, and experienced technology professional. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of...

HR Director - London hybrid - 480 per day inside IR35 - 6 months Our client is seeking an experienced HR Director to support the largest group of business lines in the UK. Reporting directly to the UK HR Director and with a dotted line into the UK COO, this is a pivotal leadership role within the UK HR function. The successful candidate will shape and lead the people agenda, delivering a workforce strategy that aligns with business goals, supports client engagement, and ensures long-term organisational capability. This is a hands-on and strategic role requiring depth in transformation, workforce planning, talent management, employee relations, and stakeholder influence. Your role As a strategic HR Director, you will be responsible for driving and championing both country and business-led initiatives. You will be responsible for: Acting as a strategic HR partner on major client engagements, bids, and transitions. Coaching senior leaders and embed consistent talent...

Digital/Technology Search Executive Homebased with travel to sites 6 Month Contract Day Rate from 450 via Umbrella Company, DOE Our commitment is to provide equal opportunity regardless of, for example, your gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or beliefs. We also engage with employers to develop programmes and pathways that embrace diverse talent and promote more inclusive employment worldwide through partnerships and other initiatives. We recognise and celebrate the value of difference and how it makes us faster, smarter and more innovative than our competition. My client specialises in the delivery of essential public services, with over 50,000 people working in defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare, and other citizen services across our four regions: UK & Europe, North America, Asia Pacific and Middle East. They are looking for a Digital/Technology Search Executive to join them on a 6 month contract supporting a focused...