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Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Team Manager at Passenger Transport Unit on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Main purpose of position: The post will provide operational & strategic leadership and direction for the Council's PTU operational and contract services to ensure that the end to end service can meet the statutory and operational requirements for long term sustainable services. To lead, manage and motivate the PTU, operations , contract teams , ensuring that any developed SLA's, external contract requirements , and statutory obligations are met within the service and that work is carried out to the councils Health and Safety procedures, standards and policies; optimising all commercial opportunities in this area of operation. Act as lead officer for the operational management of teams of professionally and technically qualified officers to ensure the effective provision and discharge of the Council's statutory and discretionary functions. As a Team Manager, you will be responsible to: Provide extensive strategic management, leadership, vision and direction across a number of statutory and discretionary services included within PTU ; operations, commissioning /contract management, including key deliverables . Ensure that long term contracts for the service are procured in line with corporate policies including carbon, climate change, social value as well as providing value for money. Lead, manage, develop, motivate and inform employees to provide effective performance that meets statutory and operational performance indicators and targets across the authority in a cohesive, customer focused, anti-discriminatory and professional manner. Lead and actively manage the people, finances and assets within the Council's Service/team areas allocated by the Service Manager to ensure that the Council's Corporate objectives are delivered to reflect best value and in line with the Council's core values and ethos. Identify and implement latest technology and monitor and review financial budgets, targets and forecasts in all areas of the service, ensuring compliance with the Council's financial regulations. Make a major contribution to the recommending and co-ordinating of policy, developing, reviewing and monitoring the Division's Service Plan to ensure effective service delivery and advising the Service Manager in specialist areas within remit. Work as a member of the divisions management team with the Service Manager, and Members to develop and deliver strategic direction and priorities of the team & division. Prepare and present reports directly to Executive, CLMT, Joint Board, DMT, Overview & Scrutiny Committee and Policy Group and to represent the team to major stakeholders, including Portfolio Holders & Ward Councillors, and senior client management. Manage and undertake projects, representing the division on cross-cutting corporate projects and initiatives relating to climate change management and effective service improvements for the Council. Skills and Experience: Substantial experience of securing and managing change, using performance management techniques and performing an operational support role In-depth experience of policy and strategy development, implementation, co-ordination and management, identifying and understanding the needs of service and designing services around those needs Substantial experience of budget management including financial planning budgetary monitoring and income generation, at Cost Centre Manager level Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Able to take a lead in consulting, negotiating and persuading developers, stakeholders, and other agencies Able to undertake research and assess results to make professional judgements Able manage conflicting deadlines and achieve targets Relevant degree and/or professional or management qualification, or equivalent experience Must have safeguarding experience About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton, part of Luton Borough Council & Kent Commercial Services LLP, is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business and positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Assistant Category ManagerContract: PermClosing date: 21st JuneRecruitment Partner: David Hancock - Welcome to the Boots ROI Consumer and General merchandise team an exciting team at the heart of the Boots Ireland trading function. As customers are changing, so are we! We're focusing on really understanding our customers' needs through insights, which support us to deliver the most comprehensive Health and Beauty offering in the Irish market, under one roof.The Asst. Category Manager role is a fast faced, dynamic role working cross functionally and with world renowned brands. Reporting to the C&GM Category Manager for Ireland, you will work with the wider Boots and Irish Trading team to deliver the priorities. About the role Support the Category Manager in delivery of the annual budget. Support the Category Manager in the negotiation of "the best" terms/ JBP's with Irish supplier base. Manage salesplan for the Category and customer journey specific to promotions. Store support by way of exceptional communication and problem solving. Analyse sales performance and report accurately to support definition of ranges/ space in store BRI. Build relationships with your UK Trading counterparts to support in cascade of UK led plan. Seek out opportunities locally in Ireland and landing NPD ahead of the Irish market. Occasional travel per quarter to Ireland and trade shows within Europe. What you'll need to have Previous experience working as a category assistant or junior/ asst. buying manager within a trading function. Organisation - You will manage multiple big brands across Baby, Nutrition and Photo Experience using MS Excel You will work cross functionally and support stores where accuracy is key and with a "right first time" mentality. It would be great if you also have Previous experience working within a retailer. Experienced to social media trends and active Irish influencers. Experience presenting to multiple team members both internally and externally Outgoing - this is a people centric role. Passionate about all working for Boots. Focused on career development within the trading function. Our benefits Pension membership (PRSA) Partial paid maternity leave Discretionary annual bonus Generous employee discounts Flexible benefits scheme including holiday buying, health insurance, dental insurance, life assurance and much more.We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you - find out more at ireland. Please note, any salary estimates given on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate. Why Boots At Boots, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. As the heart of everything we do at Boots, it's with you, we change for the better. What's next Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.