Senior Manager - Procurement Transformation Our client is a prestigious global Digital Strategy & Transformation Advisory dedicated to transforming organisations to achieve digital world class performance. With over 25 years of industry experience, a distinguished blue chip client portfolio across various sectors and industries in London, Frankfurt, and the USA, they provide unparalleled guidance to procurement leadership teams through their innovative Procurement Advisory Programme. This fast-growing, award-winning company places a strong emphasis on diversity and offers unparalleled career growth opportunities for individuals who thrive in collaborative and inclusive work environments. They are seeking Senior Managing professionals with a proven track record in Procurement Transformation and Digital Procurement. Ideal candidates will possess a combination of the following qualifications and expertise: A proven track record working as a Senior Procurement Manager or similar role Must have experience of Digital Procurement S2P process optimisation and integration. Knowledge of Operating Model Design, transition and implementation. Extensive experience using Procurement Technology (full suite and Best of Breed). Must have prior experience working within a leading Strategic Consulting/Advisory firm. Prior experience working across sectors with UK, international & global clients. Exceptional stakeholder management skills up to Director level. Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities Solid educational background with a BSc, MSc or PhD degree. Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and an opportunity to work on high-impact projects with some of the world's leading brands. So if you are passionate about Procurement Transformation, we want to hear from you! Please apply or share your CV ASAP as our client is interview immediately! Base Location: London (with travel as required) Wave Search | Driving Transformation through best-in-class transformation talent solutions.
16/05/2024
Full time
Senior Manager - Procurement Transformation Our client is a prestigious global Digital Strategy & Transformation Advisory dedicated to transforming organisations to achieve digital world class performance. With over 25 years of industry experience, a distinguished blue chip client portfolio across various sectors and industries in London, Frankfurt, and the USA, they provide unparalleled guidance to procurement leadership teams through their innovative Procurement Advisory Programme. This fast-growing, award-winning company places a strong emphasis on diversity and offers unparalleled career growth opportunities for individuals who thrive in collaborative and inclusive work environments. They are seeking Senior Managing professionals with a proven track record in Procurement Transformation and Digital Procurement. Ideal candidates will possess a combination of the following qualifications and expertise: A proven track record working as a Senior Procurement Manager or similar role Must have experience of Digital Procurement S2P process optimisation and integration. Knowledge of Operating Model Design, transition and implementation. Extensive experience using Procurement Technology (full suite and Best of Breed). Must have prior experience working within a leading Strategic Consulting/Advisory firm. Prior experience working across sectors with UK, international & global clients. Exceptional stakeholder management skills up to Director level. Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities Solid educational background with a BSc, MSc or PhD degree. Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and an opportunity to work on high-impact projects with some of the world's leading brands. So if you are passionate about Procurement Transformation, we want to hear from you! Please apply or share your CV ASAP as our client is interview immediately! Base Location: London (with travel as required) Wave Search | Driving Transformation through best-in-class transformation talent solutions.
Billing Specialist Full time - Contract - 6 months rolling contract - Hybrid (3 days in the office) Reading, Berks Is this the role for you? Are you looking for a new role within the Reading area? Do you have experience in billing, ideally within the Tech or IT sector? Are you available immediately or at short notice? If so, this could be a great role for you. What you will do: Reporting to the Billing Operations Manager, you will ensure Billing delivery excellence particularly focusing on the implementation of efficient payments via portals with an emphasis on delivering positive customer experience. You support peers, leaders, sales, and other key stakeholders in delivering billing efficacy. You will be one of the main points of back-up for the Billing Manager and typically work on the more complex billing opportunities, and complications within automated and portal payment systems. Manage customer requests related to portals Refine and document end to end process and identify efficiencies for portal registrations. Partner with IT to drive system and process improvements Identify opportunities and improvements to deliver on process automation goals Collaborate with internal stakeholders Partner with Sales and AR to resolve billing and collections issues; Deliver on other priorities as assigned to execute on the Billing mandate. What you will need: Minimum 3+ years of experience in a billing function ideally within a tech or IT company Extensive experience of managing complex and varied relationships with third party portals Good reporting skills which include expertise on Excel Knowledge of invoicing and collections processes and best practices and is viewed as a trusted advisor to the Senior Opentext Sales Organization. Applies expertise to multiple ASP A customer focused, problem solving mindset Ability to work as part of a team to contribute subject matter expertise in support of a successful outcome. Experience in delivering high quality guidance against challenging timelines. Excellent attention to detail and analytical ability. What you will get in return: In return, my client will offer a friendly and supportive working environment based in an amazing office, and the opportunity to work with a team of professionals where you will continue to grow in experience. For the right person, this could become a permanent role. The company work on a hybrid basis with 3 days onsite. They provide parking and also operate a shuttle bus from Reading station should you wish to commute by train. Work with Crone Corkill Let's find you that dream job. We're built on our connections, and we believe that at the heart of good recruitment, is people connecting with people on a more human level. We know finding your dream job isn't always easy, but it's worth it. We recruit in these pillars, across a host of industries. Business Support HR, Marketing IT Finance & Banking We're genuine in our drive to help you find a job that suits your needs, skills, and experience.
16/05/2024
Project-based
Billing Specialist Full time - Contract - 6 months rolling contract - Hybrid (3 days in the office) Reading, Berks Is this the role for you? Are you looking for a new role within the Reading area? Do you have experience in billing, ideally within the Tech or IT sector? Are you available immediately or at short notice? If so, this could be a great role for you. What you will do: Reporting to the Billing Operations Manager, you will ensure Billing delivery excellence particularly focusing on the implementation of efficient payments via portals with an emphasis on delivering positive customer experience. You support peers, leaders, sales, and other key stakeholders in delivering billing efficacy. You will be one of the main points of back-up for the Billing Manager and typically work on the more complex billing opportunities, and complications within automated and portal payment systems. Manage customer requests related to portals Refine and document end to end process and identify efficiencies for portal registrations. Partner with IT to drive system and process improvements Identify opportunities and improvements to deliver on process automation goals Collaborate with internal stakeholders Partner with Sales and AR to resolve billing and collections issues; Deliver on other priorities as assigned to execute on the Billing mandate. What you will need: Minimum 3+ years of experience in a billing function ideally within a tech or IT company Extensive experience of managing complex and varied relationships with third party portals Good reporting skills which include expertise on Excel Knowledge of invoicing and collections processes and best practices and is viewed as a trusted advisor to the Senior Opentext Sales Organization. Applies expertise to multiple ASP A customer focused, problem solving mindset Ability to work as part of a team to contribute subject matter expertise in support of a successful outcome. Experience in delivering high quality guidance against challenging timelines. Excellent attention to detail and analytical ability. What you will get in return: In return, my client will offer a friendly and supportive working environment based in an amazing office, and the opportunity to work with a team of professionals where you will continue to grow in experience. For the right person, this could become a permanent role. The company work on a hybrid basis with 3 days onsite. They provide parking and also operate a shuttle bus from Reading station should you wish to commute by train. Work with Crone Corkill Let's find you that dream job. We're built on our connections, and we believe that at the heart of good recruitment, is people connecting with people on a more human level. We know finding your dream job isn't always easy, but it's worth it. We recruit in these pillars, across a host of industries. Business Support HR, Marketing IT Finance & Banking We're genuine in our drive to help you find a job that suits your needs, skills, and experience.
A London based University is seeking to recruit a Student System Lead on a permanent basis to manage and lead a small growing team of SITS Developers. This is an exciting role that offers you the opportunity to play a pivotal role in leading digital innovation at the University. The main priority of your role is to provide support for, construct and incorporate modern technology-based solutions to ensure that the University's standard business operations operate efficiently. Additionally, the university is going through an exciting period of change internally with a new strategy and 2030 plan being rolled out. As the Student System Lead, your role entails contributing to a significant programme of digital transformation meaning you will gain exposure to new integrations and programmes of work. The Student System Lead will oversee the SITS student record system at the University, managing its development, configuration, build, and maintenance for security and resilience. The position involves supporting and improving SITS and e-Vision, enhancing data integrity and administrative efficiency as well as coordinating with the external service provider Tribal, managing requirements gathering, planning, testing, documentation, release processes, and supporting the project team with impact analysis and testing for new SITS developments. You will have at least five years of experience in a SITS-related role, looking to take on greater responsibilities and further your career. Your expertise includes a thorough understanding of the SITS architecture, eVision, and its integration with other systems. The Role: Ensure alignment of the SITS student record system with the university's long-term goals and educational standards through strategic oversight of its development, configuration, and maintenance. As a trusted advisor, provide expert guidance and support to academic and professional services departments to improve operational efficiency and system integration. Additionally, play a pivotal role in leading digital innovation at the University, shaping the university's future technology strategy and enhancing its position as a leader in educational excellence. What the University offers: An influential role in driving change, directly enhancing student experiences and operational efficiency through advanced technology Opportunities for career advancement in a supportive and forward-thinking environment Competitive remuneration and wider benefits package Excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave allowance Fully remote working if required If interested in this role, please apply ASAP and I will contact you to discuss the opportunity in more detail if suitable. Interviews will take place early June.
14/05/2024
Full time
A London based University is seeking to recruit a Student System Lead on a permanent basis to manage and lead a small growing team of SITS Developers. This is an exciting role that offers you the opportunity to play a pivotal role in leading digital innovation at the University. The main priority of your role is to provide support for, construct and incorporate modern technology-based solutions to ensure that the University's standard business operations operate efficiently. Additionally, the university is going through an exciting period of change internally with a new strategy and 2030 plan being rolled out. As the Student System Lead, your role entails contributing to a significant programme of digital transformation meaning you will gain exposure to new integrations and programmes of work. The Student System Lead will oversee the SITS student record system at the University, managing its development, configuration, build, and maintenance for security and resilience. The position involves supporting and improving SITS and e-Vision, enhancing data integrity and administrative efficiency as well as coordinating with the external service provider Tribal, managing requirements gathering, planning, testing, documentation, release processes, and supporting the project team with impact analysis and testing for new SITS developments. You will have at least five years of experience in a SITS-related role, looking to take on greater responsibilities and further your career. Your expertise includes a thorough understanding of the SITS architecture, eVision, and its integration with other systems. The Role: Ensure alignment of the SITS student record system with the university's long-term goals and educational standards through strategic oversight of its development, configuration, and maintenance. As a trusted advisor, provide expert guidance and support to academic and professional services departments to improve operational efficiency and system integration. Additionally, play a pivotal role in leading digital innovation at the University, shaping the university's future technology strategy and enhancing its position as a leader in educational excellence. What the University offers: An influential role in driving change, directly enhancing student experiences and operational efficiency through advanced technology Opportunities for career advancement in a supportive and forward-thinking environment Competitive remuneration and wider benefits package Excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave allowance Fully remote working if required If interested in this role, please apply ASAP and I will contact you to discuss the opportunity in more detail if suitable. Interviews will take place early June.
Data DevOps Engineer - DevOps, Big data - Permanent - Gloucestershire Location: Gloucestershire/Bristol (full-time onsite) Salary: £65 - £95K per annum Negotiable DOE Benefits: Flexible working hours, career opportunities, private medical, excellent pension, and social benefits Active DV Clearance is highly desirable. Please note that candidates will need to be eligible to undergo DV Clearance. The Client: Curo are collaborating with a global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. They help companies connect, protect, analyse, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today's complex world. The Candidate: We are looking for a bright, driven, customer focussed professional to join our clients Hybrid Cloud Delivery team, and work alongside Enterprise Data Engineering Consultants to accelerate and drive data engineering opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic individual with big ambitions, who is an established technologist with both outstanding technical ability and consultative mindset. This would suit an open-minded personable self-starter who relishes the fluidity and collaborative nature of consultancy. The Role: This role sits on our clients Advisory and Professional Services delivery team, who provide thought-leadership, industry know-how and technical excellence to consultative engagements. Helping customers to reap maximum business benefit from their technical investments, leveraging best in class Vender & Partner technologies to create relevant and effective business-valued technical solutions. The Data DevOps Engineer role is all about the detailed development and implementation of scalable clustered Big Data solutions, with a specific focus on automated dynamic scaling, self-healing systems. Duties: Participating in the full life cycle of data solution development, from requirements engineering through to continuous optimisation engineering and all the typical activities in between Providing technical thought-leadership and advisory on technologies and processes at the core of the data domain, as well as data domain adjacent technologies Engaging and collaborating with both internal and external teams and be a confident participant as well as a leader Assisting with solution improvement activities driven either by the project or service Essential Requirements: Excellent knowledge of Linux operating system administration and implementation Broad understanding of the containerisation domain adjacent technologies/services, such as: Docker, OpenShift, Kubernetes etc. Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD paradigms and systems such as: Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins, Bamboo, Concourse etc. Monitoring utilising products such as: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, filebeat etc. Observability - SRE Big Data solutions (ecosystems) and technologies such as: Apache Spark and the Hadoop Ecosystem Edge technologies eg NGINX, HAProxy etc. Excellent knowledge of YAML or similar languages Desirable Requirements: Jupyter Hub Awareness Minio or similar S3 storage technology Trino/Presto RabbitMQ or other common queue technology eg ActiveMQ NiFi Rego Familiarity with code development, Shell-Scripting in Python, Bash etc. To apply for this Data DevOps Engineer permanent job, please click the button below and submit your latest CV. Curo Services endeavours to respond to all applications, however this may not always be possible during periods of high volume. Thank you for your patience. Curo Services is a trading name of Curo Resourcing Ltd and acts as an Employment Business for contract and temporary recruitment as well as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
13/05/2024
Full time
Data DevOps Engineer - DevOps, Big data - Permanent - Gloucestershire Location: Gloucestershire/Bristol (full-time onsite) Salary: £65 - £95K per annum Negotiable DOE Benefits: Flexible working hours, career opportunities, private medical, excellent pension, and social benefits Active DV Clearance is highly desirable. Please note that candidates will need to be eligible to undergo DV Clearance. The Client: Curo are collaborating with a global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. They help companies connect, protect, analyse, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today's complex world. The Candidate: We are looking for a bright, driven, customer focussed professional to join our clients Hybrid Cloud Delivery team, and work alongside Enterprise Data Engineering Consultants to accelerate and drive data engineering opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic individual with big ambitions, who is an established technologist with both outstanding technical ability and consultative mindset. This would suit an open-minded personable self-starter who relishes the fluidity and collaborative nature of consultancy. The Role: This role sits on our clients Advisory and Professional Services delivery team, who provide thought-leadership, industry know-how and technical excellence to consultative engagements. Helping customers to reap maximum business benefit from their technical investments, leveraging best in class Vender & Partner technologies to create relevant and effective business-valued technical solutions. The Data DevOps Engineer role is all about the detailed development and implementation of scalable clustered Big Data solutions, with a specific focus on automated dynamic scaling, self-healing systems. Duties: Participating in the full life cycle of data solution development, from requirements engineering through to continuous optimisation engineering and all the typical activities in between Providing technical thought-leadership and advisory on technologies and processes at the core of the data domain, as well as data domain adjacent technologies Engaging and collaborating with both internal and external teams and be a confident participant as well as a leader Assisting with solution improvement activities driven either by the project or service Essential Requirements: Excellent knowledge of Linux operating system administration and implementation Broad understanding of the containerisation domain adjacent technologies/services, such as: Docker, OpenShift, Kubernetes etc. Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD paradigms and systems such as: Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins, Bamboo, Concourse etc. Monitoring utilising products such as: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, filebeat etc. Observability - SRE Big Data solutions (ecosystems) and technologies such as: Apache Spark and the Hadoop Ecosystem Edge technologies eg NGINX, HAProxy etc. Excellent knowledge of YAML or similar languages Desirable Requirements: Jupyter Hub Awareness Minio or similar S3 storage technology Trino/Presto RabbitMQ or other common queue technology eg ActiveMQ NiFi Rego Familiarity with code development, Shell-Scripting in Python, Bash etc. To apply for this Data DevOps Engineer permanent job, please click the button below and submit your latest CV. Curo Services endeavours to respond to all applications, however this may not always be possible during periods of high volume. Thank you for your patience. Curo Services is a trading name of Curo Resourcing Ltd and acts as an Employment Business for contract and temporary recruitment as well as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
SAP MM Functional Integration Advisor - 12 Month Contract - U.S. Based - $100/hour A successful Advisor would have started their career in a supply chain role (Materials Planner, Procurement Specialists, Inventory Managers, etc.) for a company that used SAP, so they have knowledge of how SAP works for the business. Next, our Advisors have very strong configuration experience and have been on several projects and environments so they have vast experience within Materials Management (MM). They will be responsible for educating and guiding our clients on MRP, exception monitoring, LIS, and other standard SAP ECC Best Practices in the client's environment. This role will require someone from a non technical background- who has worked in the supply chain/manufacturing/logistics space before they went into SAP or IT. You will be working with one of the top U.S. SAP supply chain consultancies as their growth continues in the SAP market. As a Senior SAP MM Functional Integration Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in leveraging SAP supply chain solutions, primarily on ECC systems, to optimize client operations. Your focus will be on maximizing the efficiency and effectiveness of SAP MM modules within the existing infrastructure, with an emphasis on client-facing activities, support, education, and training. There will be 50% of the time travel across the U.S. as a requirement. This is expensed. Minimum of 5 years in SAP MM or P2P modules. Key Responsibilities: Client Collaboration: Engage closely with clients to understand their supply chain challenges and requirements, offering expert advice and solutions leveraging SAP MM functionalities. Functional Expertise: Demonstrate deep knowledge and understanding of SAP MM modules, processes, and best practices, providing guidance on system configuration, customization, and optimization. Integration Leadership: Lead integration efforts between SAP MM and other relevant modules or external systems, ensuring seamless data flow and process alignment across the supply chain. Support and Training: Provide ongoing support to clients, troubleshooting issues, resolving challenges, and conducting training sessions to empower users with the necessary skills to utilize SAP MM effectively. Workshop Facilitation: Lead workshops and collaborative sessions with clients and internal teams to gather requirements, define project scope, and design solutions that align with business objectives. Project Management: Contribute to multiple projects simultaneously within a fast-paced consultancy environment, demonstrating strong teamwork and collaboration to deliver high-quality outcomes on time and within budget. Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on industry trends, SAP advancements, and supply chain best practices, actively seeking opportunities to enhance processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Requirements: Extensive experience in SAP MM functional consulting, with a focus on integration and optimization within ECC systems. Proven track record of successful client engagement and project delivery in a consulting or advisory capacity. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience leading workshops, training sessions, and collaborative meetings. Ability to thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment with multiple concurrent projects. A proactive mindset, driven by a passion for delivering value and driving business transformation through SAP supply chain solutions Transforming the Status Quo One Supply Chain at a time We provide a unique combination of skills and expertise to transform organizations and optimize the performance of their business. Unlike traditional consultants, we do not simply interview clients' employees; instead, we take a data-centric approach to interrogate their SAP systems. After optimizing their business, we educate our clients on how to sustain the transformation we catalyze. bluewaveSELECT is a global recruitment business that is exclusively focused on SAP. Involved in placing over 4,000 SAP professionals, our team has helped deliver some of the highest-profile SAP programmes for some of the most recognisable brands all over of the world. We are on a mission is to become the world's most trusted SAP recruitment business, delivering our unique wow factor by consistently exceeding expectations for both our customers and our network of SAP professionals. We are an official SAP partner, you will find us on the Ariba Network and we have a 5-Star approval rating on TrustPilot from fellow SAP enthusiasts. Whether this will be your first experience with us, or you are a bluewaveSELECT regular, we look forward to working with you! Disclaimer; We try and contact all applicants to every advert however due to volumes of responses with some adverts we may not be able to get back to you in some cases. If this is the case and you do not hear from us within 5 working days please take it that your application has been unsuccessful. Please note, your profile will be rejected if you do not meet language/legislation criteria. Thank you.
08/05/2024
SAP MM Functional Integration Advisor - 12 Month Contract - U.S. Based - $100/hour A successful Advisor would have started their career in a supply chain role (Materials Planner, Procurement Specialists, Inventory Managers, etc.) for a company that used SAP, so they have knowledge of how SAP works for the business. Next, our Advisors have very strong configuration experience and have been on several projects and environments so they have vast experience within Materials Management (MM). They will be responsible for educating and guiding our clients on MRP, exception monitoring, LIS, and other standard SAP ECC Best Practices in the client's environment. This role will require someone from a non technical background- who has worked in the supply chain/manufacturing/logistics space before they went into SAP or IT. You will be working with one of the top U.S. SAP supply chain consultancies as their growth continues in the SAP market. As a Senior SAP MM Functional Integration Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in leveraging SAP supply chain solutions, primarily on ECC systems, to optimize client operations. Your focus will be on maximizing the efficiency and effectiveness of SAP MM modules within the existing infrastructure, with an emphasis on client-facing activities, support, education, and training. There will be 50% of the time travel across the U.S. as a requirement. This is expensed. Minimum of 5 years in SAP MM or P2P modules. Key Responsibilities: Client Collaboration: Engage closely with clients to understand their supply chain challenges and requirements, offering expert advice and solutions leveraging SAP MM functionalities. Functional Expertise: Demonstrate deep knowledge and understanding of SAP MM modules, processes, and best practices, providing guidance on system configuration, customization, and optimization. Integration Leadership: Lead integration efforts between SAP MM and other relevant modules or external systems, ensuring seamless data flow and process alignment across the supply chain. Support and Training: Provide ongoing support to clients, troubleshooting issues, resolving challenges, and conducting training sessions to empower users with the necessary skills to utilize SAP MM effectively. Workshop Facilitation: Lead workshops and collaborative sessions with clients and internal teams to gather requirements, define project scope, and design solutions that align with business objectives. Project Management: Contribute to multiple projects simultaneously within a fast-paced consultancy environment, demonstrating strong teamwork and collaboration to deliver high-quality outcomes on time and within budget. Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on industry trends, SAP advancements, and supply chain best practices, actively seeking opportunities to enhance processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Requirements: Extensive experience in SAP MM functional consulting, with a focus on integration and optimization within ECC systems. Proven track record of successful client engagement and project delivery in a consulting or advisory capacity. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience leading workshops, training sessions, and collaborative meetings. Ability to thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment with multiple concurrent projects. A proactive mindset, driven by a passion for delivering value and driving business transformation through SAP supply chain solutions Transforming the Status Quo One Supply Chain at a time We provide a unique combination of skills and expertise to transform organizations and optimize the performance of their business. Unlike traditional consultants, we do not simply interview clients' employees; instead, we take a data-centric approach to interrogate their SAP systems. After optimizing their business, we educate our clients on how to sustain the transformation we catalyze. bluewaveSELECT is a global recruitment business that is exclusively focused on SAP. Involved in placing over 4,000 SAP professionals, our team has helped deliver some of the highest-profile SAP programmes for some of the most recognisable brands all over of the world. We are on a mission is to become the world's most trusted SAP recruitment business, delivering our unique wow factor by consistently exceeding expectations for both our customers and our network of SAP professionals. We are an official SAP partner, you will find us on the Ariba Network and we have a 5-Star approval rating on TrustPilot from fellow SAP enthusiasts. Whether this will be your first experience with us, or you are a bluewaveSELECT regular, we look forward to working with you! Disclaimer; We try and contact all applicants to every advert however due to volumes of responses with some adverts we may not be able to get back to you in some cases. If this is the case and you do not hear from us within 5 working days please take it that your application has been unsuccessful. Please note, your profile will be rejected if you do not meet language/legislation criteria. Thank you.