Business Analysts - Engineering/Utilities/Supply Chain Two Business Analysts are urgently sought to work on an exciting programme of work covering supply chain, distribution/logistics, materials handling, heavy engineering and utilities systems. The ideal candidates will have experience working in large organisations with a significant blue collar work force. You will be required to work across multiple disparate departments that have both similar or conflicting goals and priorities. The roles require the analysis of current and future processes and systems by systematic engineering (elicitation/modelling/analysis/specification/documentation/validation) of requirements. You should be able to demonstrate a range of analytical techniques and experiences from a cross section of business users and industry sectors. Excellent communication skills are a must, together with a can-do' mentality. You should have empathy with the users you are supporting, yet the experience to delve deeply into complex, business critical systems and processes. You should be used to working to tight deadlines,... (more job details)

Our client is a specialist distributor of products to the hi-tech industry. They have an immediate vacancy for a talented Supply Chain Manager with a strong commercial focus to join their UK team. Through the management of all operational aspects of the supply chain, the successful candidate will contribute to the achievement of business objectives and financial targets. You will ensure that products are available on time, on cost, and to the required standard of quality. You will manage the sales order processing, planning, purchasing, inventory and logistics. Part of your remit will be to develop a strategic plan for the supply chain including developing existing suppliers and identifying new suppliers where necessary. You will conduct Supplier benchmarking and contract negotiations. You will have experience of taking responsibility for legal compliance, import/export documentation and tariffs. We seek a financially astute individual who has the ability to report on and take... (more job details)

ROLE: Factory Manager LOCATION: Scotland REPORTS TO: Head of Manufacturing SALARY: £75K plus Company Car and Blue Chip benefits Overview: To lead the site to deliver the site " Make" plan, achieve the Supply Chain objectives and support cross functional team working Direct Reports: Engineering Manager, Operations Manager KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Formulate, lead and deliver the site " Make" plan (aligned to the Supply Chain strategic plan) Lead and motivate the multi discipline Senior Team to meet challenging targets, and maximise performance and potential Identify opportunities for adding value and reducing cost. Drive, lead and deliver change Drive performance and profitability at a site level. Maximise and constantly improve performance that meets/exceeds company standards, KPI's, customer and legislative requirements. Maximise the effective use of Functional Leads to support the delivery of this. Establish effective relationships across the business (cross site and cross functional) and share best practice to support the delivery... (more job details)

Business Analyst - SAP IS Oil - Australia $140-160k (AUS) 12 month position initially (extension likely), relocation and an Australian visa will be taken care of. Final stage interview to take place in London Position Summary The Business Analyst we are looking for will be familiar with SAP IS Oil (Integrity/asset management) and non SAP IS Oil apps....both upstream and downstream Overall Role Purpose:. Determining all aspects of the high level requirements definition, by interviewing key stakeholders, reviewing documentation, and applying industry understanding to identify and document key business issues and requirements within Asset Management, and associated areas, in a hydrocarbon environment (Integrity mgmt, work-force mgmt and logistics).. Develop a thorough understanding of the clients' business and be able to analyse and document their requirements including functions, processes and workflows in the area of Asset Management - integrity mgmt, work-force mgmt and logistics.. Analyse and document requirements including detailed use... (more job details)

Project Engineer/Portsmouth/6 month contract/£34.83 per hour My client is a well known and highly respected global organisation who are currently looking to recruit a Project Engineer/Project Manager on an initial 6 month contract to be based at their site in Portsmouth. The role will involve carrying out a range of activities to support the project management processes, help in delivering all activities and products to the agree time/cost and quality requirements. Please find further details below: Key Technical Skills The job holder demonstrates the ability to retrieve, record and present project information (including supporting reports and metrics.) The job holder demonstrates the ability to assure and control the quality of project control activities The job holder demonstrates the ability to maintain project documentation in line with project needs and relevant procedures The job holder demonstrates the ability to support the development of the project programme. The job holder demonstrates the... (more job details)

Job Category: Hardware Engineering Location: Redmond, WA, US Job ID: 791491-79069 Division: Interactive Entertainment Business Supply Base Engineer (Power/Battery) Microsoft's vision for the worldwide Interactive Entertainment Business Division (IEB) is to become an integrated platform division creating end-to-end customer scenarios while generating profitability and customer satisfaction. To achieve this we develop, market and sell products that enable consumers and small businesses to learn, have fun, and get things done! The Sr. Supply Base Engineering role is part of the Sourcing and Planning Group, in the Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Information, and Services (MSCIS) Organization, in Microsoft's Interactive Entertainment Business (IEB) Division. The Sourcing and Planning Group is responsible for driving supplier selection, contract and cost negotiation, and SEA compliance to enable world-class hardware development and manufacturing. Our manufacturing partners, headquartered in Asia, produce a growing portfolio of products that include: Xbox 360, the game changing Kinect, Xbox Accessories, Mice, Keyboards, Headsets,... (more job details)

Queensland Based - live and work by the coast Relocation package Career Development - position vacancy due to promotion Company Commencing operations in 1983 this major player to the mining industry plays an integral part of the supply chain of coal to the international market. The operation works around the clock and has the capacity of moving 85 Mtpa. Employing approximately 300 employees they have an uncompromising dedication to ensuring the safety of their people and the surrounding community. Due to a promotion they now are looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer. Role Reporting to the Senior Maintenance Engineer the purpose of the position is to provide engineering advice to the asset management teams to achieve optimum reliability, availability and maintainability of plant equipment to meet business requirements. Responsibilities Identify maintenance improvement initiatives, analyse and develop solutions to regular or reoccurring problems Recommend and implement changes to business practices such... (more job details)

Job Category: Hardware Engineering Location: Redmond, WA, US Job ID: 783845-73526 Division: Operations Microsoft's vision for the worldwide Interactive Entertainment Business Division (IEB) is to become an integrated platform division creating end-to-end customer scenarios while generating profitability and customer satisfaction. To achieve this we develop, market and sell products that enable consumers and small businesses to learn, have fun, and get things done! The Director of Supply Base Engineering role is part of the Sourcing and Planning Group, in the Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Information, and Services (MSCIS) Organization, in Microsoft's Interactive Entertainment Business (IEB) Division. The Sourcing and Planning Group is responsible for driving supplier selection, contract and cost negotiation, and SEA compliance to enable world-class hardware development and manufacturing. Our manufacturing partners, headquartered in Asia, produce a growing portfolio of products that include: Xbox 360, the game changing Kinect, Xbox Accessories, Mice, Keyboards, Headsets, and Web Cams. Come join... (more job details)

Lead Commodity Manager - Stafford - £45,000-£52,000 Purpose of the Job Working with the Power Electronic Product Line, Delivery Centre's sourcing teams, and the PEA Business Development & Innovation Group to produce strategies to maintain market competitiveness. To achieve this more structured mature framework of activities pre tender, and at tender to drive cost competitiveness must be secured ie long-term manufacturing capacity and utilisation/delivery capability, framework agreements in place (where appropriate), and vendor supply market risk assessments. The main focus of this role shall be on the main commodities in the Product Line and the management of the commodities shall be undertaken with other Lead Commodity Manager's, the Unit Sourcing Manager, the Product Line Sourcing Procurement Logistics director. The roles is accountable for strategies that meet the Delivery Centre's of Excellence and their customer requirements and shall be approved before mplementation. Educational Requirements Supply Chain Engineering, Maths, Business or Law... (more job details)

Senior Management Consultant - Oil and Gas Permanent Senior Management Consultant - Oil and Gas Location: Brisbane, Australia Area of Interest: Consulting, Oil and Gas Job Type: Full Time # of Positions: 1 Education (Minimum): Bachelors Degree Job Responsibilities : Our Advisory practice is experiencing unprecedented demand from our clients in the energy and resources industry. In response to our client's challenges, we are growing the Oil and Gas practice with particular focus on Performance Improvement within Supply Chain, Finance Transformation, Capital Projects and Risk Management. Ideally, you will be a consultant in one of the major global professional services firms with experience in the resources sector, specifically Oil and Gas. Alternatively, you may work within one of the niche consultancies. Technical knowledge gained within a resources company or EPCM is welcomed, however, consulting experience is an essential requirement of this role. As one of our performance improvement advisors, you... (more job details)

Job Title Operations Manager Location Scotland Salary: £55K plus company Car and Blue Chip Benefits Reports To Factory Manager Reports: Lead Section Manager, Section Managers 1. Overall Purpose 1.1 On site senior management responsible for the control and co-ordination of production and support activities to achieve manufacturing objectives for the factory. 1.2 To contribute to manufacturing strategy development for Site 1.3 Potential to deputise for Factory Manager 2. Key Tasks 2.1 To ensure manufacturing practices for people safety (including Health & Safety and Hygiene) satisfy legal and corporate requirements. 2.2 To ensure manufacturing practices for product safety satisfy legal and corporate requirements and facilitate customer confidence. 2.3 To develop and achieve manufacturing budget and operating targets annually. Implement optimum cost reductive initiatives. 2.4 To ensure that all staff work effectively together under an integrated management structure to achieve manufacturing objectives. 2.5 To liaise with Supply Chain management to ensure optimum... (more job details)

Supply Chain Manager - Supplier Relationships - DV Cleared We currently have a requirement for a Supply Chain Manager to work in the area of Gloucestershire on a permanent basis. We are ideally looking for someone who holds a current DV Clearance, but the client may be willing to sponsor a DV for the ideal candidate. Role Description Candidate will provide subject matter advice and guidance and be responsible for leading all aspects of Supplier Relationship Management and new supply chain opportunities within the programme. Flexibility and organisation are critical traits for the successful candidate, as the position calls for a broad spectrum of skills. Candidate will interface with suppliers, programme management leads, senior leadership and act as an external spokesperson for the organisation. Candidate should be considered an expert in supplier relationship management and will support programme technical personnel as the escalation point for supply chain management issues. Responsible... (more job details)

REQUIRED: SUPPLY CHAIN/COMMERCIAL/PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST (DV CLEARED) LOCATION: GLOUCESTERSHIRE DURATION: 6 MONTH CONTRACT INITIALLY My client require a Supply Chain Executive to develop the commercial relationships for a portfolio of suppliers of hardware and software products, services and to implement a software procurement service to the client. You should be an experienced Supply Chain professional with particular experience in the procurement of IT Hardware and Software, preferably will have worked or have an appreciation of Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and have experience of drafting IT Contracts and be able to demonstrate savings in your current or previous role. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 18 weeks. LA International Computer... (more job details)

SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIP MANAGER SSE is one of the largest and most diverse energy companies in the UK with around 10 million customers and over 20,000 employees. The Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) function was established to deliver closer management and collaboration of suppliers in order to deliver increased value and cost reduction from those suppliers whose influence spans across several segments of our business. This function is responsible for forging closer relationships with our top tier one suppliers through a structured process and working closely with the broader Procurement teams and business stakeholders. You'll work with and recommend improvements to the SRM processes for identification of target suppliers and be responsible for the planning, engagement and execution of SRM plans. You'll develop communication matrices and relationship road maps with target suppliers and work with between 6 and 12 tier one suppliers and business stakeholders to deliver bottom-line cost reductions. Working in... (more job details)

Business Title: Senior Associate, IT Strategy/Oil & Gas Requisition Number: 31929 Function: Advisory Area of Interest: IT Strategy State: Texas City: Houston Description: Do you have a passion for solving complex business problems? KPMG's Advisory Services Practice focuses on fundamental business issues - managing risk, increasing revenues, controlling costs - that organizations, across various industries, should address in order to help them flourish. We are currently seeking an IT Strategy and Performance Senior Associate to join us in our Houston office, focused on the oil and gas industry. IT Strategy and Performance team members help businesses plan and execute technology initiatives to lower costs and support business growth, while helping them strengthen the connection between IT and the business functions it's intended to support. Responsibilities: - Plan and execute quantitative and qualitative research and analysis that generates insight to drive improvement in Information Technology (IT) performance - Help develop innovative... (more job details)

Business Title: Manager, IT Strategy/Oil & Gas Requisition Number: 31928 Function: Advisory Area of Interest: IT Strategy State: Texas City: Houston Description: Do you have a passion for solving complex business problems? KPMG's Advisory Services Practice focuses on fundamental business issues - managing risk, increasing revenues, controlling costs - that organizations, across various industries, should address in order to help them flourish. We are currently seeking an IT Strategy and Performance Manager to join us in our Houston office, focused on the oil and gas industry. IT Strategy and Performance team members help businesses plan and execute technology initiatives to lower costs and support business growth, while helping them strengthen the connection between IT and the business functions it's intended to support. Responsibilities: - Plan and execute quantitative and qualitative research and analysis that generates insight to drive improvement in Information Technology (IT) performance - Help develop innovative fact-based and... (more job details)

Manufacturing Engineer/Production Engineer with Quality experience The company: Leading Aerospace design and manufacture The role: Contract 6 months The rate: Neg Dependent on experience Location: Birmingham The client Our client is currently involved in new product introduction projects which involve Supplier relations and all parts of the manufacturing engineering business, including Mechanical machined components and hardware and electrical components, boards and systems. This company is also rolling out a new supply chain perfect journey process. The role Due to growth and expansion these manufacturing roles will be working with manufacturing processes and quality processes within the company and involve the provision of technical support and information to suppliers. The technical support required can be in the area of machined metals or electronic products. The Person We are looking for contract manufacturing, production, process or quality engineers who have started their careers in a hands on role and so have technical... (more job details)

$100-150k + Super + Allowance + Bonuses Career development opportunity/Great Team Culture Relocation to Residential Role/Central NSW Based The Opportunity: To work within a Global Company leading the Warehousing side to the supply chain network. You will have the chance to be apart of an expanding business with a great development path. You will work alongside a team of professionals and lead your division in to a new an innovative time. The Role: You will keep abreast with all methodologies and processes in your profession to continuously improve your self and the business. You be responsible for implementing strategies for continuous improvement. You will be responsible for raising the awareness and importance within the value of savings. The Requirements: To be successful in positions, you will ideally have: Advanced level of education in Supply/Logistics Professional Membership in the Supply Chain Network 5 Years experience in Mining Metals 5 years Experience... (more job details)

Sr. Project Engineer Adecco Engineering and Technical is searching for a Project Engineer with experience in the Aerospace/Aero-structural Industry. This position will be in the Chula Vista area on a 12month contract. Job Responsibilities: The Project Engineer will be responsible for coordinating technical and program activities, including the scheduling of necessary data and documentation that support manufacturing schedules. This candidate will be responsible for creating and delivering presentations that effectively communicate the company's project management activities, including issues and the related mitigation plans. He/She will coordinate manufacturing and procurement activities in support of program objectives utilizing visual management tools such as MS Project. The Project Engineer will interface with customers and internal engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain personnel for the purpose of managing program schedules on an on-going basis. Performance of the above is as a technical expert, dealing with difficult technical problems and providing limited direction. Basic Qualifications: BS... (more job details)

Job Category: Hardware Engineering Location: Redmond, WA, US Job ID: 778745-70092 Division: Interactive Entertainment Business The New Product Introduction (NPI) team is looking for a highly motivated, team-oriented DfX engineer to assist in the development, deployment and maintenance of a world-class Design for X infrastructure within the Interactive Entertainment Business (IEB) Manufacturing, Finance, Supply Chain and Information Solutions (MSCIS) group. Scope of Responsibilities/Expectations: DfX a critical component in the realization of the E2E concurrent engineering approach used for hardware product development within IEB. Design for manufacturability, assembly, test, sourcing and reliability are a few of the many facets of DfX that are considered and managed as part of the development process. The DfX engineer is part of the NPI technical team which manages the integration of DfX activities into the hardware product development schedule; assuring that each product developed sets new standards in terms of quality, reliability, manufacturability and COG... (more job details)