<p data-start="247" data-end="490">I'm currently working with a well-established business based in <strong data-start="311" data-end="323">Solihull</strong> who are looking to bring in an experienced <strong data-start="367" data-end="392">Purchase Ledger Clerk</strong> on a <strong data-start="398" data-end="440">fixed-term contract of around 6 months</strong> to support the finance team during a busy period.</p><p data-start="492" data-end="657">This is a hybrid role, offering a good balance between home and office working, and would suit someone who enjoys being hands-on and keeping things running smoothly.</p><p data-start="659" data-end="685"><strong data-start="659" data-end="685">The role will include:</strong></p><ul data-start="686" data-end="1031"><li data-start="686" data-end="762"><p data-start="688" data-end="762">Processing a high volume of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently</p></li><li data-end="805" data-start="763"><p data-start="765" data-end="805">Matching, batching and coding invoices</p></li><li data-end="865" data-start="806"><p data-start="808" data-end="865">Handling supplier queries and statement reconciliations</p></li><li data-end="898" data-start="866"><p data-start="868" data-end="898">Processing supplier payments</p></li><li data-end="955" data-start="899"><p data-end="955" data-start="901">Supporting month-end close activities where required</p></li><li data-start="956" data-end="1031"><p data-start="958" data-end="1031">Working closely with the wider finance team to maintain strong controls</p></li></ul><p data-start="1033" data-end="1062"><strong data-end="1062" data-start="1033">What they're looking for:</strong></p><ul data-end="1296" data-start="1063"><li data-start="1063" data-end="1131"><p data-start="1065" data-end="1131">Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable role</p></li><li data-start="1132" data-end="1194"><p data-start="1134" data-end="1194">Strong attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines</p></li><li data-start="1195" data-end="1257"><p data-start="1197" data-end="1257">Confident communicator, comfortable dealing with suppliers</p></li><li data-start="1258" data-end="1296"><p data-end="1296" data-start="1260">A proactive, team-focused approach</p></li></ul><p data-start="1298" data-end="1318"><strong data-start="1298" data-end="1318">What's on offer:</strong></p><ul data-start="1319" data-end="1528"><li data-start="1319" data-end="1372"><p data-end="1372" data-start="1321">Fixed-term contract of approximately <strong data-end="1370" data-start="1358">6 months</strong></p></li><li data-end="1423" data-start="1373"><p data-end="1423" data-start="1375"><strong data-start="1375" data-end="1393">Hybrid working</strong> (offices based in Solihull)</p></li><li data-start="1424" data-end="1480"><p data-end="1480" data-start="1426">Supportive finance team and well-structured handover</p></li><li data-start="1481" data-end="1528"><p data-end="1528" data-start="1483">Immediate or short-notice starters welcomed</p></li></ul><p data-start="1530" data-end="1678">If this sounds like something you'd be interested in, or you'd like to hear more details, feel free to get in touch for a confidential conversation.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS4yNTAzMy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a growing organisation based in <strong>Banbury </strong>to recruit a <strong>Purchase Ledger Assistant</strong>. The Purchase Ledger Assistant will receive a salary of up to <strong>£34,000</strong> along with other attractive benefits!</p><p>Please note that this role is 5 days a week in the Banbury office.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Processing invoices for multiple companies - including credit card</li><li>Booking in stock, matching, and checking delivery notes to invoices</li><li>Reconciling supplier statement</li><li>EOM payment runs and weekly BACS runs</li><li>Chasing suppliers for credit notes when items missing</li><li>Scanning and filing invoices</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Previous Accounts Payable experience</li><li>Good IT skills including Excel</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>Ability to work well individually and as a team </li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuMTk0NTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Senior Buyer</strong><br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Bristol (Hybrid Working)<br /> <strong>Contract:</strong> Permanent, Full-time (Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours per week)<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £35,000 - £40,000 per annum</p><p>Robert Half are working with a business within the manufacturing sector who are seeking a experienced <strong>Senior Buyer</strong> to join its established procurement team.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Senior Buyer, you will manage the procurement of materials, components, and services to support manufacturing operations. You will ensure continuity of supply, drive cost optimisation, and maintain high levels of quality and supplier performance.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Raising purchase orders in line with internal procedures</li><li>Issuing RFQs, analysing quotations, and recommending best commercial and technical options</li><li>Negotiating with suppliers on pricing, terms, and delivery</li><li>Maintaining quarterly supplier performance reports</li><li>Conducting supplier visits to assess capability, capacity, and ethical standards</li><li>Identifying and onboarding new suppliers to reduce single-source risk</li><li>Managing shipping requests and associated administrative tasks</li><li>Monitoring stock levels, demand, and safety stock requirements</li><li>Updating BOM pricing and making approved online purchases</li><li>Maintaining supplier certificates and compliance documents</li><li>Preparing weekly inventory reports</li><li>Tracking supplier delivery schedules and escalating concerns</li><li>Analysing delivery and quality trends and implementing corrective actions</li><li>Training and supporting junior purchasing staff</li><li>Ensuring compliance with procurement policies and professional standards (including CIPS Code of Conduct)</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p><strong>Person Specification</strong></p><ul><li>Purchasing experience ideally within a manufacturing environment</li><li>Strong organisational and documentation skills</li><li>Competent in writing, reading, and following procedures</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>Working knowledge of Office 365 and Business Central</li><li>High attention to detail</li><li>Ability to mentor or train junior team members</li><li>CIPS Level 4 (or working towards it)</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuNTAzOTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Robert Half is recruiting</strong> for an experienced <strong>Procurement Manager</strong> on behalf of a large, complex organisation operating within a regulated public sector environment.</p><p>This is a <strong>12-month fixed-term contract</strong>, offered on a <strong>day-rate basis</strong>, with strong potential for extension. The successful contractor will be expected to operate autonomously, lead their own workstreams, and deliver end-to-end procurement activity.</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> York or Birmingham<br /> <strong>Hybrid working:</strong> 3 days per week on-site</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>You will act as the lead procurement professional across multiple workstreams, managing procurement activity from market engagement through to contract award. The role requires confidence working independently, maintaining momentum across parallel tenders, and engaging effectively with senior stakeholders.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Leading end-to-end procurements in line with public sector regulations</li><li>Managing both low-value and high-value tenders concurrently</li><li>Developing and executing procurement strategies that deliver value for money</li><li>Producing and managing tender documentation, evaluation frameworks and audit trails</li><li>Acting as the primary commercial interface with suppliers throughout the procurement lifecycle</li><li>Partnering closely with internal stakeholders, legal and commercial teams</li><li>Ensuring compliance, governance and robust documentation across all activity</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience leading procurements within a public sector or highly regulated environment</li><li>Comfortable running tenders independently with minimal supervision</li><li>Strong stakeholder engagement and commercial negotiation skills</li><li>Experience managing both SME and large, complex supplier tenders</li><li>Background in <strong>rail, utilities, engineering, infrastructure or a related technical industry</strong> is highly desirable</li><li>Solid understanding of public procurement frameworks and governance</li><li>CIPS qualification (or working towards) advantageous but not essential</li></ul><p><strong>Contract Details</strong></p><ul><li>12-month FTC with potential to extend</li><li>Day-rate contract, dependent on experience</li><li>Hybrid working model (3 days on-site)</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguMDIzMTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
