268 Strategic jobs in the United Kingdom

In a Nutshell

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Strategic Planning Manager to join our Strategic Land Team within Vistry Services. You will be based at any of our regional offices, however travel to the Cotswolds or Brentwood will be necessary. As our Strategic Planning Manager, you will promote and achieve planning permission for the development of strategic land assets held within the Vistry .

In a Nutshell

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Strategic Planning Manager to join our Strategic Land Team within Vistry Services. You will be based at any of our regional offices, however travel to the Cotswolds or Brentwood will be necessary. As our Strategic Planning Manager, you will promote and achieve planning permission for the development of strategic land assets held within the Vistry .

In a Nutshell

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Strategic Planning Manager to join our Strategic Land Team within Vistry Services. You will be based at any of our regional offices, however travel to the Cotswolds or Brentwood will be necessary. As our Strategic Planning Manager, you will promote and achieve planning permission for the development of strategic land assets held within the Vistry .

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Strategic Planner to join our Strategic Land Team within Vistry Services. You will be based at either our Cotswolds or Brentwood office. If another regional office is better suited, travel to the Cotswolds or Brentwood will be necessary. As our Strategic Planner you will support the identification and assessment of new land opportunities and proactively manage the promotion of strategic sites for residential allocation. Working with the wider Strategic Land & Major Projects Team you will help to secure planning permission and support on the management of strategic land assets.

We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.

Let’s cut to the chase, what’s in it for you…

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
• 2 Volunteering days per annum
• Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…

In return, what we would like from you…

• Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
• Planning-related qualification
• Good project management skills and experience of working with consultant teams to achieve successful planning outcomes
• Strong communication skills and experience of working with varied stakeholders
• Strategic approach – aware of wider circumstances that could impact on strategy and able to anticipate/ respond accordingly
• Diligence and ability to prioritise workload
• A commitment to work as required to meet the needs of the business.

Desirable –

• Previous experience of working of a national housing developer or involvement with major residential schemes
• RTPI accreditation at an appropriate level. Note that support can be given should a candidate wish to complete their APC (if not already chartered).
• Experience of partnership working with local authorities.

More about the Strategic Planner role…

• Assist in establishing, and reviewing, planning strategies to ensure that each strategic land asset is effectively promoted to achieve a local plan allocation and/or planning consent acceptable to the Company as soon as reasonably practicable.
• Ensure that all sites are promoted in line with contractual and planning obligations and build relationships with landowners and agents, with reporting lines agreed with the appropriate Manager or Director.
• Assist in the discussion of development proposals for sites with local planning authorities and other relevant bodies, through formal or informal pre-application routes.
• Instruct and manage external consultants in line with the Company’s compliance procedures and monitor/report project budgets accordingly.
• Coordinate the timely submission of representations at relevant stages of the development plan process, including responses to a LPA’s evidence base.
• Manage preparation, and attendance, of public consultation events (virtual and in person) to promote sites and applications. Assist in analysis of, and response to, feedback received.
• Support the team with the preparation, submission, and determination of planning applications.
• Assist in the submission and management of planning appeals, ensuring all relevant deadlines are met.
• Ensure all paperwork and reporting is produced accurately and as required by the Company.
• Engage with other industry groups (e.g. HBF regional meetings) as appropriate and share updates with the wider team.
• Undertake planning appraisals of new land opportunities, to include likely timescales for delivery, key constraints, and opportunities. Provide recommendations as to the suitability of the opportunity against Vistry requirements.
• Undertake site visits both accompanied and unaccompanied.
• Ensure compliance with the Company’s health and safety and environmental policies and procedures.

Finally, let’s tell you a bit more about us…

We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. 

Join us in making Vistry.  

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AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.

Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.

On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs we are looking for a Strategic Buyer or a 12 month contract based in Derby.

Job description - the role

In this dynamic role, you'll be at the forefront of managing the contracts to ensure a high performing supply chain which is vital to our business performance and overall success and selecting top-tier suppliers.

As a Strategic Buyer, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Consolidate information
• Provide a presentation pack to vendors
• Collate questions from vendors
• Interpretate information back to Rolls-Royce

Requirements:

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven track record in procurement and buying roles across varied sectors
• Strong analytical capabilities with demonstrable experience in data interpretation
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and associated data tools
• Background in supply chain operations and end-to-end procurement cycles
• Experience conducting robust tender assessments and evaluations
• Skilled in translating analysis into actionable recommendations for leadership teams
• Able to manage responsibilities independently and work with minimal supervision

Desirable Skills & Attributes:

• Strategic procurement experience, with an ability to contribute to long-term sourcing plans
• Exposure to complex sourcing exercises, including RFI/RFP management
• Category or commodity management experience within a global or highly regulated environment
• Commercial acumen with a sound understanding of contractual frameworks (e.g., terms & conditions, supplier compliance)

Next steps

We will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model.

If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course.

AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.

Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.

On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs we are looking for a Strategic Buyer for a 12 months contract based in Derby. Please note this position is going to be hybrid.

Job description - the role

Purpose of the role:
In this dynamic role, you'll be at the forefront of creating our procurement strategies, selecting top tier suppliers, negotiating optimal deals, finalising contracts, and managing the contracts to ensure a high performing supply chain which is vital to our business performance and overall success.

Our Procurement team plays a critical role in the success of our business - sourcing everything from engine components and aftermarket services to IT systems and catering. We have opportunities across our Aerospace, Aftermarket, and Indirect Procurement teams, with roles focused on both strategic sourcing and in-contract management

What you'll do:

• Developing and leading sourcing activities from proposal to contract signature, to include negotiation, performing cost analysis by creating Total Cost or Acquisition/Product Cost Lifecycle Models, and building business cases to select high performing suppliers that meet the client's cost, quality, delivery, sustainability, management, and technology objectives.
• Leading contract management, including drafting, negotiating, and finalising agreements with suppliers to ensure compliance and optimise terms.
• Managing the process of Identifying, assessing, and mitigating commercial risks
  within the supply chain to ensure continuity and resilience.
• Working with the relevant functions and stakeholders to lead and contribute to building and maintaining category strategies within the designated category to draw value for the client, whilst keeping up to date with key market trends and technologies.
• Managing supplier relationships and in contract supplier management, including supplier performance management, leading cost reduction activities, and resolving commercial issues.

The skills you'll need:

• A degree in a relevant field or CIPS qualification- with experience of working as a Senior Strategic Buyer in a regulated or complex industry demonstrating strong experience in strategic sourcing as well as managing supplier relationships and in-contract supplier management. You will need to have an understanding of risk
  management and building a resilient supply chain.
• Proven track record of successful negotiations, coupled with strong commercial and financial skills with an understanding of Total Cost of Acquisition/Product Cost Lifecycles and associated levers/analytics.
• Excellent communication, influencing, relationship management skills with focus on drawing value for the company.
• Passion to drive change and make a difference combined with ability to solve complex problems, demonstrating digital awareness and analytical capability.
• Experience of reviewing and drafting contracts.

Next steps

We will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model.

If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course.

AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.

Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.

On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs we are looking for a Strategic Buyer or a 12 month contract based in Derby.

Job description - the role

In this dynamic role, you'll be at the forefront of managing the contracts to ensure a high performing supply chain which is vital to our business performance and overall success and selecting top-tier suppliers.

As a Strategic Buyer, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Consolidate information
• Provide a presentation pack to vendors
• Collate questions from vendors
• Interpretate information back to Rolls-Royce

Requirements:

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven track record in procurement and buying roles across varied sectors
• Strong analytical capabilities with demonstrable experience in data interpretation
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and associated data tools
• Background in supply chain operations and end-to-end procurement cycles
• Experience conducting robust tender assessments and evaluations
• Skilled in translating analysis into actionable recommendations for leadership teams
• Able to manage responsibilities independently and work with minimal supervision

Desirable Skills & Attributes:

• Strategic procurement experience, with an ability to contribute to long-term sourcing plans
• Exposure to complex sourcing exercises, including RFI/RFP management
• Category or commodity management experience within a global or highly regulated environment
• Commercial acumen with a sound understanding of contractual frameworks (e.g., terms & conditions, supplier compliance)

Next steps

We will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model.

If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course.

AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.

Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.

On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs we are looking for a Strategic Buyer for a 12 months contract based in Derby. Please note this position is going to be hybrid.

Job description - the role

Purpose of the role:
In this dynamic role, you'll be at the forefront of creating our procurement strategies, selecting top tier suppliers, negotiating optimal deals, finalising contracts, and managing the contracts to ensure a high performing supply chain which is vital to our business performance and overall success.

Our Procurement team plays a critical role in the success of our business - sourcing everything from engine components and aftermarket services to IT systems and catering. We have opportunities across our Aerospace, Aftermarket, and Indirect Procurement teams, with roles focused on both strategic sourcing and in-contract management

What you'll do:

• Developing and leading sourcing activities from proposal to contract signature, to include negotiation, performing cost analysis by creating Total Cost or Acquisition/Product Cost Lifecycle Models, and building business cases to select high performing suppliers that meet the client's cost, quality, delivery, sustainability, management, and technology objectives.
• Leading contract management, including drafting, negotiating, and finalising agreements with suppliers to ensure compliance and optimise terms.
• Managing the process of Identifying, assessing, and mitigating commercial risks
  within the supply chain to ensure continuity and resilience.
• Working with the relevant functions and stakeholders to lead and contribute to building and maintaining category strategies within the designated category to draw value for the client, whilst keeping up to date with key market trends and technologies.
• Managing supplier relationships and in contract supplier management, including supplier performance management, leading cost reduction activities, and resolving commercial issues.

The skills you'll need:

• A degree in a relevant field or CIPS qualification- with experience of working as a Senior Strategic Buyer in a regulated or complex industry demonstrating strong experience in strategic sourcing as well as managing supplier relationships and in-contract supplier management. You will need to have an understanding of risk
  management and building a resilient supply chain.
• Proven track record of successful negotiations, coupled with strong commercial and financial skills with an understanding of Total Cost of Acquisition/Product Cost Lifecycles and associated levers/analytics.
• Excellent communication, influencing, relationship management skills with focus on drawing value for the company.
• Passion to drive change and make a difference combined with ability to solve complex problems, demonstrating digital awareness and analytical capability.
• Experience of reviewing and drafting contracts.

Next steps

We will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model.

If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course.

AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business