My client is a leading omnichannel retailer who is passionate about creating exceptional omnichannel shopping experiences for their customers. They pride themselves with their innovative approach and commitment to excellence. I’m pleased to be supporting them in their search for a creative and data-driven Digital Merchandiser to join their dynamic team, helping them to optimise their online customer experience.

As a Digital Merchandiser, you will be responsible for optimising the online product assortment, driving sales through effective product placement, and enhancing the overall shopping experience on their digital platforms. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product, and analytics, to ensure our online store is visually appealing, easy to navigate, and aligned with their business strategy.

Digital Merchandiser Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and optimise the online product catalogue, ensuring accuracy and consistency of product descriptions, images, pricing, and inventory levels.
• Develop and execute merchandising strategies to maximise sales, conversion rates, and average order value.
• Analyse sales data, customer behaviour, and market trends to identify opportunities for product placement, promotions, and inventory adjustments.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to plan and execute digital campaigns, including product launches, seasonal promotions, and special events.
• Monitor website performance, user experience, and product visibility to continuously improve the online shopping journey.
• Work closely with the cross-functional teams to align online merchandising strategies with overall brand vision and goals.
• Ensure all digital merchandising aligns with SEO best practices to drive organic traffic and improve search rankings.
• Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies to keep our digital merchandising strategy ahead of the curve.

Digital Merchandising Experience and Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in digital merchandising, e-commerce, or a similar role.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in data-driven decision-making. The ability to use Google Analytics at an intermediate level is highly desirable, and experience in Content Square is preferable.
• Excellent attention to detail and a keen eye for aesthetics.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• A passion for e-commerce and a deep understanding of online shopping behaviours.

Benefits include excellent pension, bonus, health care, life assurance insurance, 25 days holiday + Bank holidays, and much more. The role offers hybrid working of 2days a week out of their Taunton site.

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My client is a rapidly growing property and facilities management company dedicated to providing exceptional facilities management services. They are committed to excellence, sustainability, and innovation, who are seeking a dynamic and experienced Procurement Manager to oversee our procurement activities related to Hard and Soft Facilities.

As the Procurement Manager for Hard & Soft Facilities, you will be responsible for managing and optimising the procurement of goods and services related to both hard (maintenance, HVAC, electrical, etc.) and soft (cleaning, security, landscaping, etc.) facilities. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure cost-effective and high-quality service delivery.

Procurement Manager Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for Hard & Soft Facilities to meet business needs and objectives.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, negotiation, contract management, and supplier performance evaluation.
• Collaborate with facilities management teams to identify procurement needs and ensure alignment with operational goals.
• Evaluate supplier proposals, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Monitor and report on market trends, risks, and opportunities within the facilities management sector.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure adherence to budgetary constraints and seek cost-saving opportunities without compromising service quality.
• Implement best practices in procurement, including sustainability initiatives and risk management.
• Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, contracts, and supplier performance.

Procurement Manager Experience and Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Procurement Manager or similar role within facilities management, with expertise in both hard and soft services.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools.
• CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) qualification or equivalent is preferred.

Benefits include excellent pension, bonus, health care, life assurance insurance, 25 days holiday, and much more. The role is predominantly remotely based, with weekly travel to the Bristol site, and occasional travel to other UK sites.

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Artis Procurement & Supply Chain is pleased to support this leading manufacturing business with a strong industry presence and who are committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability, in their search for a dynamic and experienced Head of Procurement. Their success has been built on a foundation of operational excellence and a dedicated team that drives their continued growth.

Head of Procurement Role Overview:

The Head of Procurement will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies that support our business goals, ensuring a reliable and cost-effective supply chain. You will lead the procurement team, manage supplier relationships, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimise performance, reduce costs, and enhance supplier quality.

Key Head of Procurement Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Lead and manage the procurement team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure the best terms and conditions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders.
• Introduce and improve the efficiency of the Purchase to Pay (P2P) process.
• Work with suppliers and internal stakeholders to implement sustainable and innovative strategies, and to evolve the strategy as technology, markets, and business needs change.
• Monitor market trends, competitor strategies, and supplier performance.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and ensure efficient procurement processes.
• Oversee risk management and compliance within the supply chain.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure procurement aligns with operational needs.
• Report on procurement performance and contribute to strategic planning.

Head of Procurement Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven experience as Head of Procurement or in a similar senior procurement role within manufacturing or Construction.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship skills.
• In-depth knowledge of supply chain management and procurement best practices.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strategic thinker with a focus on continuous improvement and cost reduction.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work with data to drive decisions.
• CIPS qualification or equivalent is desirable.

Benefits include excellent pension, bonus, Car or Car Allowance, life assurance insurance, 25 days holiday, and much more. The role is predominantly office-based with occasional travel to other sites and supplier meetings.

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Artis Procurement have an excellent opportunity for a Buyer to join a leading Bristol based manufacturing business. The role will work closely with the Procurement Manager and wider team, with specific focus building strong relationships with their supplier based to ensure better quality and cost are delivered.

You must also have a proven ability to operate in a fast paced environment, being adaptable and welcome to change.

Buyer Responsibilities

• Negotiating best cost, delivery terms and payment terms.
• Manage total supplier delivery performance, support supplier business reviews and manage and monitor OTIF and Overdue performance metrics.
• Management of the purchase requisitions for timely placement of PO’s and sub-contract orders as required.
• Ensure appropriate quality instructions and customer requirements are provided to suppliers.
• Coordinate delivery status, communicate internally and manage any recovery.
• Management of risk, with appropriate escalation.
• Support supplier selection and assessment process

Buyer Experience

• Previous experience in a purchasing role is essential, preferably manufacturing but not essential.
• Previous experience in either Automotive or Aerospace procurement
• Inter-operational process management experience, with a good knowledge of purchasing procedures.
• Trained in continuous improvement tools and techniques.
• Excellent Excel skills.
• Good project management skills.
• This role is office-based.

For full information regarding this role, please contact me directly, initially with a CV ahead of a conversation.

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My client is a growing organisation looking to recruit a Procurement Category Manager to report to the Head of Procurement. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a broad experience of Indirect Procurement across a number of categories and best practices. The role will lead contractual negotiations, manage company budgets, and prevent risks or issues from arising across key supplier relationships. You will have excellent communication skills to effectively manage and influence internal and external stakeholders.

The role strategically manages all related categories of expenditure at the appropriate level, adopting best practice Procurement processes to identify key areas of opportunity, maximising -benefits and returns. You will work on a cross-functional basis to deliver end to end sourcing solutions and value across all projects and categories.

Role:

• Develop a robust Procurement strategy and negotiate new best-in-class agreements
• Lead and implement strategic sourcing plans
• Proactively analyse spend data and contractual T&C’s
• Provide procurement expertise to negotiate optimum supply terms and formalise supply contracts
• Develop, measure,and monitor KPI’s, Supply Level Agreements and continuous improvement for category
• Continually strive to improve supplier performance
• Deliver ongoing benefits to the internal and external customer through supplier management
• Be an advocate of the supplier due diligence framework
• Work with the legal team to manage supplier contracts, including; renewals, new contracts
• Rationalise and reduce the number of suppliers, establishing a robust list of suppliers to a manageable level and maximise profitability whilst fully understanding the operational requirement and thereby minimising risk and liabilities

Candidate:

• Procurement expertise, rapport building ability and commercial focus
• MCIPS qualified or studying towards (or equivalent)
• Excellent commercial and negotiation skills are essential, highly numerical
• Experience of managing complex or high value/risk products and services
• Strong Indirect Procurement experience across multiple categories
• Supplier Management experience.
• Senior level experience of working in a Corporate Procurement environment
• Experience of leading procurement governance and delivering value in an operational environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

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Artis Procurement & Supply Chain is pleased to support this growing Food Services start-up business who are looking to recruit a Buyer into their team. You will take total ownership of your category. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with procurement and/or category buying experience within the Food, FMCG, or retail sector that are looking to bring their knowledge and expertise to a new role.

Role:

• To improve and build the business strategy plan – reviewing and monitoring local sourcing action plans.
• Build, create, consult, negotiate, and maintain supplier relationships. With a strong focus on development, delivery lead time, ‘frozen’, ‘flexible’ and ‘forecast’ delivery schedules, and strong supplier optimisation.
• Manage category performance for the commodity; Guarantee the best “total cost of ownership” and be able to challenge the organisation to ensure all targets are met.

Responsibilities:

• Support the overall business growth strategy.
• Support the procurement function to manage supplier performance, developing relationships to ensure sustainability and growth across the business.
• Mapping of actual spent. (supplier mapping & supply flows, competition risks, etc)
• Create value optimisation on sourcing activity plans.
• Compliance with procurement policy, processes, and procedures.

Candidate

• Educated to degree level or with MCIPS qualifications preferable.
• Demonstrable sourcing and category buying experience, ideally within the food, FMCG, or retail sector.
• Proven, solid influencing and negotiation skills.
• Stakeholder management and personal development experience.
• First-class personal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Experienced analytical skills.

Benefits include, excellent pension, bonus, private medical insurance, 26 days holiday, and hybrid working, however must be able to get to the Worcester office 1-2 times a week.

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