Our client are an all island communications and networked IT Services Company.
They are looking to recruit a Sector Sales Manager to focus on their Private Sector accounts.

Purpose Of Role

The role will be responsible for implementing an agreed sales strategy and objectives for key private sector accounts in Ireland. The Sector Sales Manager will run and lead a team of 4-6 Senior Account Managers & Account Managers and being accountable for the overall sales performance of this team.
They will building and deliver a plan that will drive the correct mix of short term and long term objectives. This will also include coaching Account Managers and re-focussing the sales team focus from an existing product approach to a wider solutions focus.
The Sector Sales Manager will working with the Bid Teams, to ensure that the qualification, bid and ultimate win all of the relevant major opportunities in the Sector.
The individual will also closely with their Sales team to maximize the opportunities in the sector for diverse portfolio of products and services.


Skills & Experience:

- Educated to degree level, or relevant job experience.

- Must have lead sales teams of 4-7 People in selling ICT Services to Corporate Market.


- Applicants will ideally be able to demonstrate the management and growth of market sector sales with revenue streams in excess of 10million Euro per annum

- Applicants must demonstrate the track record of revenue growth from named accounts and new business generation within an account base.

- performance both by actively motivating and generating high performance from sales teams.

- Applicants must have high level commercial skills, technical awareness, drive and determination.


For a completely confidential discussion on this opportunity please contact Stephen Ingram, Recruitment Director on 02890 500883 or send your cv quoting Job Reference DPD2414.Your initial interest will not be forwarded to our client without your express permission.

Integration Testers required for immediate Contract!!!

Are you an Integration Tester with a background in C/C++?

Are you available for 3 � 6 months to work with one of the leading technology firms in the world?

We are looking for candidates who are comfortable working in a very high end technology set who have solid experience in component integration as well as being capable of reading/writing in C or C++.

Our client pays top rate, so if you feel have the technology skills required and are immediately available, call Stephen Ingram today for immediate interview on 02890 500 883 quoting reference number DP 2415 or email your CV to the link above!!

Category Merchandise Managers - Kids or Apparel
Warrington, UK

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the EMEA footwear or apparel team at New Balance as it embarks upon a period of significant growth.

New Balance is the fourth largest Sport Shoe Manufacturer globally and the 2nd largest in the United States with sales of over $1.6 billion worldwide.

You will be responsible for:

• Merchandising the Kids footwear collections or apparel for the EMEA marketplace.


• Delivering seasonal ranges that achieve business targets for EMEA region.


• Working closely with the product team to brief and create collections and SMU programmes relevant to European consumers and marketplace.


• Working with key customers and retailers, identify gaps and opportunities in the Kids or apparel market.


• Working with design/development, ensure that products are developed to target price with regular review at key touch points within seasonal calendar.


• Present new product collections to key customers throughout Europe and at internal meetings.


• To provide insight to the Global Product group on regional consumer trends, market information and product/technology development that ensure the regional product line needs are met and exceeded.

The ideal candidate will come from a European footwear or apparel merchandising background, be commercially astute and have strong analytical and influencing skills. You should be able to hit the ground running and have a keen interest in New Balance and their products.

Account Manager (Sports)
Southern regions

Our client is the fourth largest sport shoe manufacturer in the world, and the second largest in the United States. They specialise in producing technical apparel and footwear in a range of sizes to ensure the best fit and performance for their customers. We are looking for an experienced sales representative with a deep love of sports to join their team.

Working with clients in the southern regions of the UK, over 80% of your time will be spent working in the field. The key functions of the role include visiting accounts, and building and developing long-term, sustainable relationships with them. You will be responsible for increasing the number of accounts in the territory, maximising footwear and apparel sales targets with these accounts, and helping the accounts to develop and grow their business with our client. You will also proactively work with podiatrists in the territory to encourage them to recommend the company and suppliers to their patients. You will develop an excellent knowledge about the client�s superb performance products and keep up-to-date with product and company developments.

The successful candidate will be an inspiring, driven and passionate sales representative with at least two years� selling experience and a background in the sports industry. It is essential that you have outstanding planning and organisational skills, be a practised presenter, are a strong influencer and negotiator, and have a proven forecasting ability. It goes without saying that you will have a demonstrable interest in sports, and an enjoyment of running would be beneficial. Above all you will be an excellent communicator and team player, who always keeps the best interests of the customer in mind.

Please note that due to the volume of travel required, only candidates with a full driving license can be considered for this role (a company car will be provided).

The role is suitable for someone able to sell complex packaged solutions & services based on Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Pivotal and Siebel technologies and develop new leads and a healthy sales pipe to achieve/exceed quota, including working with Marketing to aid the lead generation process via events and telemarketing

The ideal candidate must be able to articulate the features and benefits (from a sales position) for the various components of a CRM solution e.g., sales, marketing, contact centre, field service management, etc, while also leading the sales campaign within client organisations qualifying large complex sales. Ensuring all stages of the sales cycle are undertaken effectively to achieve the results required and adhere to our deal qualifying process is also a central aspect of the role, as is also ensuring that effective relations are maintained with the client base, who expect outstanding product and consultancy delivery.

With this, taking ownership of the sales proposal, and the bolstering of customers confidence in the proposed solution and effectively communicating the customers� requirements back into the Company to help ensure the correct solution can be specified and quoted is also expected of the candidate.

Leading commercial negotiations with the customer, complying with company bid management process and ensuring that commercial framework/prices are authorised prior to communication to the customer/prospect are also aspects of the role.

Minimum of 5 years New Business Sales experience
Minimum of 2 years selling CRM solutions into the UK marketplace
Recent experience in selling to both vertical and horizontal markets
Must have demonstrable sales closure experience in closing complex corporate and enterprise level deals
Experience in solution selling rather than product sales desired
Experience with structured selling methods a plus
Experience in selling Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Siebel or Pivotal desired.
If no experience in products listed above, experience in Salesforce.com, SAGE CRM, SAP CRM, Rightnow, SalesLogix or Dendrite is acceptable
Experience in selling multiple deployment methods e.g., on-premise, hosted and managed service

European Sports Marketing Manager
Workingham
�44,000 + generous package

For over 100 years, our client has specialised in producing high quality sporting goods. This is a global company with its European headquarters in the UK. They are looking for an experienced marketer with a demonstrable interest in sports to join their team as a European Sports Marketing Manager to contribute to the profitability and growth of predominantly, but not exclusively, their indoor sport division.

Reporting to the European Head of Sports, you will be responsible for planning, administering, managing and supporting the marketing department�s activities (print, advertising, PR, internet, in-store support and POS. Further responsibilities include:

• Building and maintaining a professional relationship with overseas offices and distributors, and ensure marketing needs and consistency are met.


• Working with the European Marketing and Promotions Manager to plan, coordinate, and action promotional activities to achieve maximum demand based on pan European marketing strategy.


• Developing and managing the European Digital Marketing strategy, and identifying and implementing marketing opportunities to maximise demand in line with European objectives.


• Developing, administering and managing the company�s European sport website and extranet.


• Planning, administering and organising all European conferences.


• Maximising marketing and communication opportunities of sponsored athletes, teams, and events.


• Acting as a key contact for marketing & communications between Europe and Japan.


• Managing and administering relevant budgets day to day, under the guidance of the European Head of Sports.


• Managing and controlling cost centre budgets effectively.


• Assessing, training and developing all team members to maximum potential.


• Providing support to the European Head of Sports.

In addition to these duties and responsibilities, the jobholder may be required to carry out other tasks assigned by his/her manager.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years marketing experience and two years experience in digital marketing, preferably within the sports industry (running, football, or indoor). You will be have a good competency with Microsoft Office programmes, a knowledge of the European sports market, have strong communication and leadership skills, and be an organised individual who thrives when working to strict deadlines. Besides English, you should speak one other European language.

New Balance is the fourth largest sport shoe manufacturer in the world, and the second largest in the United States. They specialise in producing technical apparel and footwear in a range of sizes to ensure the best fit and performance for their customers. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and innovative footwear designer to join their team at their head office in Warrington.

Reporting to the Regional Merchandise Manager, you will primarily work with Lifestyle and Kids footwear. You will be responsible for developing their new footwear range of product for their growing European Market, and designing seasonal footwear collections to meet EMEA commercial needs with a particular focus on applying new trend led colour and material applications to existing silhouettes. Further responsibilities include:

• Representing the region�s best interest in the global seasonal colour and trend meetings.


• Creating SMUs for major European key account retailers, including performance products.


• Managing the complete design process to ensure timely completion of all projects, including working closely with European footwear developers and Far East manufacturing.


• Conducting market and retail visits to identify product opportunities and to keep abreast of developing market trends.


• Working closely with the UK manufacturing and developing team on �Made in the UK� lifestyle collection for high end boutique retailers.


• Collaborating and sharing knowledge/trend input with the New Balance global design teams in the US and Japan.

The ideal candidate will be a design Graduate or equivalent. You should have at least three years experience in a design role, preferably focused on footwear, fashion or graphics. You will have a good understanding of the European sport and fashion retail landscape, and sportswear and lifestyle industry experience would be advantageous. A high level of proficiency using a Mac, particularly �Illustrator� and �Photoshop�, is essential. You will be creative, and have a keen eye for material and colour application; be a sound influencer; have a knack for predicting trends; and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Most importantly, you will always design with the needs and desires of the customer in mind.

Operations Project Manager
Location: Hounslow
Salary �45K

Role overview
Our client, a major transportation and logistics provider, is looking to recruit a Project Manager with a strong operational background and commercial acumen, able to reinforce Brand through the development and implementation of outstanding uniform standards throughout our client's workforce.

The role
Being able to drive the delivery and management of a business as usual solution for the supply and distribution of new uniforms and other forms of work wear, the ideal candidate will also look to undertake a strategic review of longer term uniform requirement and also take responsibility for our client's automotive beverage sales systems along with any other project work.

Responsibilities will include:

• Working closely both internal AND external stakeholders such as ER, Supply Chain, Finance, and Marketing to ensure successful delivery of new uniforms.
  
• Take full responsibility for contract management and supplier engagement as well as an overview of financial end-to-end purchase to pay process for uniforms.


• Driving and influencing the commercial sustainability of uniform delivery.


• Work with the Brand Team to ensure uniform standard is achieved and reflects the client's brand.


• Develop and maintain relationships with trade union and front line staff, while also influencing policy decisions connected to uniforms.

Qualifications and experience

• Experience developing operational plans to a managerial level.


• Knowledge of security compliance and standards.


• Able to demonstrate strong negotiation skills within a complex TU environment.


• Knowledge and understanding of airport operations.


• Project Management Experience - Prince II.


• Experience of operating and working within a matrix organisation.

Skills & Experience:

In order to be considered for the role of Account Manager you will need to demonstrate you have experience in the following:

� Ownership of the key customer relationships and contact strategy for key Corporate Accounts.
� Assisting in forecasting business and sales planning within product area or customer account
� Establishing and maintaining key customers relationships
� Clear and demonstrable experience of selling ICT based services, products and solutions to large Corporate Accounts in Ireland. This will be demonstrated by the senior management relationships you will be able to point in this sector.
� Experience in Senior Account Management, preferably within Corporate Accounts Sector you will already have managed an account base with a minimum annualised value of 3-4million Euro�s
� Proven expertise in territory management, account planning and accurate sales forecasting.

Management Information/Data Consultants
This is a unique opportunity to break into Consulting, within an established big 4 firm. You will have the chance to develop your expertise in IT strategy and advisory, as well as in delivery and implementation as you work on a range of projects in cross-functional teams. A consulting background is not essential, as you can broaden your experience, and boost your marketability, in an environment that offers exceptional learning and development opportunities.

Experience Required:
� Demonstrable knowledge of one of the following:
o Designing and developing ETL routines using recognised ETL tools
o Experience of the business intelligence delivery lifecycle from defining BI Strategy to implementing a reporting and analysis system
� Proven ability to deliver in either of the below in the private or public sectors:
o Business Intelligence and reporting projects
� Experience in defining and implementation methodologies in one of the below:
o Complex data marts and warehouses, using mainstream database technologies
o Master Data Management processes technologies
o Reporting and Analysis
� Relevant recent experience of at least one of the below:
o Undertaking Data Quality assessments and implementing solutions to deliver improvements
o Reviewing an organisations overall data architecture and defining/implementing a roadmap for improvement
o Cognos Enterprise Planning around finance related projects
o Cognos 8 BI application
o SAS, SPSS
o Oracle ERP
o Hyperion Financial Management
o Qualified/part qualified ACA/CIMA.ACCA would be advantageous

� A graduate degree or equivalent project experience
� Good commercial awareness
� Full travel mobility

Salaries for this role will depend upon experience but will be in the range of �25k - �40k.

Purpose Of Role:

They are seeking an experienced Sales Account Manager who will be responsible for managing existing relationships with Corporate Accounts headquartered along the south and western coast of RoI while extending the revenue streams from the account base.

Skills & Experience:

In order to be considered for the role of Sales Account Manager you will need to demonstrate you have experience in the following:

� Managing a large number of accounts (while developing new business).
� Protecting an annualised revenue stream of multi million Euro�s.
� Establishing and maintaining key customers relationships
� Experience in Senior Account Management, preferably within the Corporate Sector.
� Providing plans, forecasts, reports and information regarding Customer requirements and business performance as required.
� Clear and demonstrable experience of winning new business from existing accounts, driving up revenue and achieving sales and customer satisfaction targets.

Skills & Experience:

In order to be considered for the role of Account Manager you will need to demonstrate you have experience in the following:

� Ownership of the key customer relationships and contact strategy for key Corporate Accounts.
� Assisting in forecasting business and sales planning within product area or customer account
� Establishing and maintaining key customers relationships

� Clear and demonstrable experience of selling ICT based services, products and solutions to large Corporate Accounts in Ireland. This will be demonstrated by the senior management relationships you will be able to point in this sector.
� Experience in Senior Account Management, preferably within Corporate Accounts Sector you will already have managed an account base with a minimum annualised value of 3-4million Euro�s
� Proven expertise in territory management, account planning and accurate sales forecasting.

Reporting to the Government Business Development director, you will "lead and drive" cross functional teams to win assigned new business opportunities, from the point when the opportunity is qualified until the business has been contracted.

Working with senior management to ensure appropriate resources are allocated for Bid, proposal, and delivery efforts and to develop win strategies, proposal themes and differentiators you will lead a cross-functional team.

Your responsibilities will also include:
 Establishing, gaining approval for, and managing the bid and proposal (B&P) budget
 Conducting an analysis of competitive, technical, schedule, contractual, and cost risks
 Managing and acting as "point person" for external teaming partners and developing teaming agreement work statements>li> Briefing, managing and leading all functional contributors to the bid process
 Overseeing the technical and business proposal development process, including directing and participating in all reviews
 Facilitating a smooth transition, post contract-award to the delivery team
 Providing written and oral reports to senior management on Bid status, including early Identification of issues, risks and improvements to the Bid campaign
 Continuously improving the Bid process
 Identifying and implementing business improvement, cost reduction and profit maximisation opportunities throughout the bid process
 Maintain and implement strong internal controls in compliance with Company policy.

To be a successful candidate, you must have experience of successful negotiation and presentation skills and accomplished Project Management expertise and use of appropriate methodology. You must also have demonstrated knowledge, success and good practice of the government proposal and procurement process

Documenting and reporting on audit findings.
Supporting company initiatives regarding Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and other special projects as requested.
Making recommendations and agreeing corrective actions
Working with limited supervision to conduct internal audits, responsible for timely accomplishing all aspects of assigned internal audits of various company organisations, financial and operational functions, and financial reporting for compliance with the company�s code of business conduct and ethics, policies and procedures, systems of internal control and US GAAP.
Performing audit work under the "International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing", as adopted by the Institute of Internal Auditors; and the "Internal Control - Integrated Framework" issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) of the Treadway Commission.
Effectively communicating both orally and in writing in excellent English, in a clear, concise and professional manner the results of internal audits conducted and the resulting impact on internal controls.

Essentials:
Task oriented, strong organisation and analytical skills, excellent English written and verbal communications
A Degree qualification or an equivilent overseas qualification
Experience on audit assurance staff of medium to large public accounting firm.
Previous experience of carrying out Internal Audit within a large public company or equivalent experience
Knowledge of US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
Self-starter. Ability to work effectively without extensive oversight
Ability to travel internationally (up to about 30% travel)
Fully functional with Excel, Word, Outlook, ability to quickly adapt to other office computer systems
Strong ability to keep a sharp focus on audit goals, use reasonable judgment in forming fact-based conclusions, and to communicate effectively in the daily operating environment

Desirables:
Chartered Accountant or be close to receiving chartership
Manufacturing experience
Experience of audits of US public companies
JDE
ACL software expertise
TeamMate electronic workpaper tool experience
Experience with engineering and / or construction clients
Cost accounting

This position reports directly to the Company�s Vice President and Chief Corporate Compliance Officer (CCCO) located in the Companys corporate headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. The CCCO is the Company�s Chief Audit Executive (CAE). The CCCO reports functionally to the Audit Committee of the Company�s Board of Directors, and administratively to the Company�s Chief Executive Officer.

This position requires excellent managerial skills while at the same time requires hands-on work efforts, intense attention to detail, and the ability to effectively communicate difficult issues and receive buy-in from senior management. The position requires an individual that will directly assist personnel in audit work as necessary, mentor and monitor a team of internal auditors located in Reading, UK and in Singapore, identify and investigate as directed internal control issues with managerial personnel, and advise the CAE and other senior management of compliance and internal control matters that need executive attention.

The Manager, Internal Audit will be expected to execute the annual internal audit plan within agreed timescales, and to regularly produce high quality, professional audit results and reports.

Excellent written English skills, able to produce effective, succinct reports delivering the correct message efficiently and accurately.
Ability to meet the challenge of change and make it work.
Managerial courage to effectively communicate problems and solutions to senior management effectively.
Hands-on management style; willingness to roll up sleeves to solve issues.
�Vision and determination to constantly move the function forward.
Ability to manage and motivate and achieve results.
Strong planning and control skills, with experience in bringing innovation to problem solving and making good decisions.
Able to get the best out of others through leading and influencing them Ability to resolve areas of potential disagreement or conflict.
Good communicator, able to influence and drive change.
�Excellent interpersonal skills, able to build rapport with senior management and work at all levels across all different cultures while maintaining an independent position, unpretentious.

Broad knowledge of finance combined with broad commercial/business exposure beyond audit/accounting roles – able to assess “business risk” and develop solutions for senior management to enable its mitigation through assuring compliance with best practice
Experience with Big 4 auditing firm or larger audit firm preferred.
Background in a well managed company with a highly compliant control environment.
Experience in managing internal audit in mid-cap or larger public company highly desirable.
Demonstrable vision and determination to constantly move the function forward, adding value to the business.
A qualified accountant with a track record of achievement in the public audit profession or in heavy senior/lead audit roles in a fast moving and changing business.

While the primary responsibilities of this role would encompass production scheduling, capacity planning and the supply of key materials, the post holder will also be required to continuously liaise with customer services while also considering ? and implementing ? different means of process improvement.

Taking ownership of Key Performance Indicators (KPI?s) and the collation and presentation of regular results from both reports directly to senior management would also be the responsibility of the post holder. Moreover, maintaining good working relationships with management in areas such as Purchasing Production, Logistics and Customer Service will be essential in order to achieve all of the above.

The ideal candidate for this roles will have had experience in the management of material supplies and manufacturing logistics, preferably in the FMCG arena as well as report writing and the meeting and exceeding of KPI?s. They will have also had experience in capacity planning in conjunction with planning to meet customer needs, experience of continual process improvement ensuring best practice and efficiency and of ensuring production line and supply chain integrity

Key Requirements
Experience of contributing to systems development and improvement
A thorough understanding of Lean manufacturing practices
An understanding of production planning and supply chain management
Highly numerate
A forward-looking strategic thinker
A good communicator
Outstanding planning and organisational skills, developed through experience in an FMCG production background

AT LEAST THREE TO FIVE YEARS of EXPERIENCE of working in an FMCG/ production environment

The ideal candidate for this role will have had extensive experience of working in an MRP and Kanban (Just-in-Time) purchasing supply line environment. They will have created and maintained materials databases managing costs, suppliers and sales orders within an FMCG-Production environment.

Suitable candidates for this role will have worked in a purchasing management capacity in a large production arena for a major retailer, having built and maintained strong relationships with key material suppliers while also ensuring that the purchasing team and all relevant systems operate smoothly.

Ideally they will have also worked in an environment where dealing with overseas suppliers was commonplace.

Experienced Recruitment Consultant

Established in 1987 The DP Group has an enviable reputation for successful delivery of recruitment assignments across a diverse client base and a broad range of market sectors.

In planning for the future, and largely driven by client demands, we are now actively looking to grow the team and in particular have a vacancy for an experienced Recruitment Consultant to join our Belfast team.

This is a key appointment and therefore the successful applicant is expected to display the following:

� A proven track record in recruitment, with a minimum of two years in the IT sector
� An ability to bring a live client portfolio evidenced through recent client testimonials
� Extensive commercial / client facing skills
� Proven negotiation skills
� A solid business development pedigree
� Presentation skills
� Autonomy, flair, individual style in your approach to work.
� Although not a pre-requisite by any means, experience of working in the Dublin market would be considered a definite bonus.

In return we offer a good base salary & uncapped commission, a central Belfast location and overall the opportunity to be part of an established team. Please reply in strictest confidence by submitting an up to date cv in the first instance to Myles McKeown (Director) at The DP Group by emailing myles@thedpgroup.com

Our client is a market leader in the supply chain, logistics and transportation sector, provide an expert consultancy services to a large multinational client base in a market sector worth billions. Their customers are involved the manufacturing, distribution and overseas shipping of a huge variety of products within the strictest of timeframes and therefore require an expert mind guide them through the most effective and efficient processes available to them. Consequently, they rely on our client�s services to deliver just that.
While also seeking to evolve and expand despite the uncertain global market conditions, our client is looking to expand their team of high calibre expert consultants.

Given all of the above, the level of experience in � and understanding of � not only consultancy per se, but also shipping, project management, logistics, manufacturing (and all of the industry-recognised methodologies associated with them) well be of the utmost importance when selecting the most suitable candidate for such a role.

Suitable candidates must have
Educated to degree level
Ability to bring about strategic change in a large organisations
Experience of managing a physical supply chain
A strong consultancy background (ideally from one of the Big Four)
A good understanding of at least three of the following
Manufacturing
Supply chain
Logistics
Shipping
Experience of working with a large multinational organisation involved in the manufacture OR distribution of goods
An experience of working in a client-facing capacity
A knowledge of and/or certification in Project Management (Prince II) AND manufacturing methodology (Lean Six Sigma)
The ability to work overseas, principally in the EU

Experience Required:
� Demonstrable knowledge of one of the following:
o Designing and developing ETL routines using recognised ETL tools
o Experience of the business intelligence delivery lifecycle from defining BI Strategy to implementing a reporting and analysis system
� Proven ability to deliver in either of the below in the private or public sectors:
o Business Intelligence and reporting projects
� Experience in defining and implementation methodologies in one of the below:
o Complex data marts and warehouses, using mainstream database technologies
o Master Data Management processes technologies
o Reporting and Analysis
� Relevant recent experience of at least one of the below:
o Undertaking Data Quality assessments and implementing solutions to deliver improvements
o Reviewing an organisations overall data architecture and defining/implementing a roadmap for improvement
o Cognos Enterprise Planning around finance related projects
o Cognos 8 BI application
o SAS, SPSS
o Oracle ERP
o Hyperion Financial Management
o Qualified/part qualified ACA/CIMA.ACCA would be advantageous

Complete monthly close activities according to close calendar and book all journal entries to the general ledger for all transactions impacting the factory.

Act as the financial representative for the facility. Interact with all phases of operations to ensure proper financial representation is incorporated into all business decisions. The Plant Accountant must integrate with operations and understand the day to day workings within the factory.

Act as business partner to Plant Manager. Keep Plant Manager informed of the budgets, results, forecast and any other financial analysis and be prepared to present this information. Ensure that Plant Manager is kept informed in order to make proper business decisions.

Analyze monthly results and complete all required reporting activities. Duties include preparing the monthly Factory Financial Package and all other reporting needs as required. Attendance at all monthly Factory Financial review is mandatory. Travel is required.

Drive the annual budget process. Based on information required, work with Operations, IE, Scheduling etc. to develop the annual budget and budget package.

Set Product Standards for styles manufactured in their facility.

Provide Forecast updates as needed and review performance to forecast.

Review CARs and provide financial justification for capital requests. Control capital assets including taking physical inventories when required.

Control Inventory by ensuring systems and business controls are in place to capture material usage, material movement and maintain accurate inventory. Plan quarterly physical inventories and reconcile results. Perform interim cycle counts to ensure inventory integrity.

Provide Cost Analysis to support both the financial and operations to drive cost reduction/improvement opportunities.

Keep Manager, Plant Accounting updated on all aspects of their factory through Weekly Flash reporting.

Bachelor�s degree required in Accounting/Finance with three to five years of related experience. Strong PC skills including Excel, Word, Powerpoint. Knowledge of Material Requirement Planning System (MRP). Strong communication skills essential. MBA, CMA desired but not required.

The role will involve the following:

� Developing propositions to meet market needs and converting these propositions into live assignments;
� Project delivery and Team leadership to clients
� Business Development and ongoing Relationship Management

Requirements:

� Education to Degree level (Further personal / industry qualifications such as ACA/CIMA or MBA are valued but not considered essential)
� Experience of working with large private or public sector clients
� Consulting experience in Organisational Design and significant experience in at least one of the following fields:
� Change Management
� Leadership and Culture
� HR Effectiveness
� Technical / Commercial- Due to the diverse range of clients and their environments, experience of formal programme management disciplines is essential.

Reporting to the Production Manager, you will be required to accelerate the implementation of Lean throughout the Cumbrian manufacturing facility. You will have hands on experience of gaining results through deploying lean in people driven processes. The role will require you to communicate with and engage people throughout the business. Delivering project based improvements that have a real benefit to the bottom line of the business.
Developing continuous improvement systems to be an integral part of the day to day culture of the business through associate involvement, training and development this role will allow you to widen your scope across the business.

Increase awareness of Lean across the manufacturing facility through visual awareness and training
Continue the development of value streams and assist team leaders with implementation.
Working with team leaders, develop and refine Standard Work to reduce variation in the manufacturing process and assist in line balancing.
Establish KPI�s across the manufacturing facility to monitor on time in full delivery, performance, quality, 5S and Standard Work adherence
Accelerate 5S roll out through the involvement of others
Lead the development of Kanban systems to provide items to the correct place in the correct quantities when required, developing the system to improve robustness.
Assist engineering department to develop and implement reliability centred maintenance system
Facilitate monthly Kaizen sessions to eliminate waste from processes and in turn improve performance against KPI�s, with involvement of associates across all levels of the business to improve culture
Develop NB practices and procedures to a world class level, securing highly acclaimed awards within manufacturing

The ideal candidate for this role will have had extensive experience of working in an MRP and Kanban (Just-in-Time) purchasing supply line environment. They will have created and maintained materials databases managing costs, suppliers and sales orders within an FMCG-Production environment.

Suitable candidates for this role will have worked in a purchasing management capacity in a large production arena for a major retailer, having built and maintained strong relationships with key material suppliers while also ensuring that the purchasing team and all relevant systems operate smoothly.

Ideally they will have also worked in an environment where dealing with overseas suppliers was commonplace.

While the primary responsibilities of this role would encompass production scheduling, capacity planning and the supply of key materials, the post holder will also be required to continuously liaise with customer services while also considering � and implementing � different means of process improvement.

Taking ownership of Key Performance Indicators (KPI�s) and the collation and presentation of regular results from both reports directly to senior management would also be the responsibility of the post holder. Moreover, maintaining good working relationships with management in areas such as Purchasing Production, Logistics and Customer Service will be essential in order to achieve all of the above.

The ideal candidate for this roles will have had experience in the management of material supplies and manufacturing logistics, preferably in the FMCG arena as well as report writing and the meeting and exceeding of KPI�s. They will have also had experience in capacity planning in conjunction with planning to meet customer needs, experience of continual process improvement ensuring best practice and efficiency and of ensuring production line and supply chain integrity

Key Requirements
Experience of contributing to systems development and improvement
A thorough understanding of Lean manufacturing practices
An understanding of production planning and supply chain management
Highly numerate
A forward-looking strategic thinker
A good communicator
Outstanding planning and organisational skills, developed through experience in an FMCG production background

AT LEAST THREE TO FIVE YEARS of EXPERIENCE of working in an FMCG/ production environment

Analysis and development experience within bespoke application development
- Extensive experience within Oracle 10g environment (Forms, Reports & PL/SQL)
- Security clearance to CTC level (preferable)
- Good customer facing skills
- Ability to work under own direction
- Ideally (but not compulsory) would have experience of the following (Java, J2EE, XML, Webservices, .Net/ASP/c#)

With the Olympics coming it is sure to be an exciting build up and one where you will progress your career rapidly.
A good knowledge of a second European language will be most welcome as is a genuine enjoyment of sport activities,

The normal support skills are a given, such as good practical computer literacy and knowledge of European wide Marketing and Retail promotion activities of a similar admired quality product range.

The post holder of this demanding role will act as the driving force behind the process reengineering of two Operational Insurance areas in Europe and the United States, helping with the reshaping of information management systems and the establishment of a suitable performance management framework.

Leading and retraining a team, the post holder will instruct client employees on the best approaches toward industrialising their processes, which in turn would require the individual to have the confidence to implement the best practices of other industries to implement in a client environment.

Coupled with the above, the element of Organisation Change will encompass the consolidation of numerous units throughout the UK and Europe requiring a reduction in location numbers, a restructuring of team function and size and the implementation of new operating procedures, job requirements and organisational structure.

The key experience of any successful candidate WILL include ALL of the following;
Lean or Six Sigma and a good knowledge of most industry recognised project management tools and methodologies
Business Transformation
Process Redesign
Overseeing multi-disciplined groups
Project timetable management
Business performance management
Supply chain management and cost reduction
CRM

For obvious reasons, experience in an operational Management or Consultancy environment would be an advantage. While our client has numerous continental-based projects, a foreign language is not a prerequisite for this role, although extensive travel to different sites, principally between London and Northern Europe will be required.

The principles of Lean stand centre stage of both roles and therefore both a certification in � along with experience of � Lean or Six Sigma are key prerequisites.

Moreover, a good understanding of Project Management and Manufacturing methodologies such as Prince II or MSP would also be required in that Workstream Reengineering Process Mapping will be involved.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Be responsible for software releases in an Agile environment
Manage quality standards in the production of technical work.
Design, develop and implement a suite of test procedures in order to ensure a quality software
product is released.
Lead Scalability and availability testing

5+ years of software testing experience.

BSc or MSc in Computer Science or related degree.

Experience using test automation tools like WinRunner and QTP.

Experience working with databases like Oracle, Sybase or MySQL
.
Proven experience in system, integration, regression, performance, stress, functionality, upgrade and installation testing.

Ability to write and execute SQL queries to validate data.

Exceptional oral and written communication skills along with ability to work together as a team

Experience leading or mentoring a QA team is a desirable
.
Experience working in a Linux/Unix environment desirable.

Experience with some of the following � Java, JavaScript, Perl, PHP, Shell Scripting or Python.

Experience with Agile methodologies( Ideally Scrum)

RESPONSIBILITIES
Working with the development managers, directors and product management, you will be responsible for:
.
� The identification of new architectural capabilities based on business needs / opportunities
� Working to deliver the prioritized product roadmap.
� Producing detailed product functional and non functional requirements that will drive product development, testing and deployment.
� Regularly evaluating & reporting on proposed system architectures.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
� 8+ years experience working within a software product development environment, preferably within in payments or financial services.
� 3+ years experience in mission critical web based software services
� Knowledge and experience with n-tier architecture, database, SQL. Ability to identify architectural requirements and translate these requirements into product features.
� Experience in writing logical and detailed product requirements and functional specifications
� Strong technical skills coupled with the business analysis skills to ensure optimum delivery of value to company by investing in the right infrastructure initiatives
� Ability to generate creative and innovative solutions for complex architectural problems

You will be able to demonstrate a genuine and practical interest in software development and design and if not already attained you will be studying toward gaining your degree in software engineering (at least a 2:1). You will be given structured training and development programmes to further your career and give you exposure to industry experts.

Are you an IT Graduate with at least 1 year�s commercial experience who would like to work as an Associate Engineer within one of the most exciting global organizations ?

Required Qualifications:


� BSc or MSc in Computer Science or related degree
� 5+ years experience designing and developing complex Java applications
� Experience of n tier application development, preferably using J2EE
� Experience in OO design and design patterns
� Experience in creating automated build and test environments using Ant, JUnit, etc
� Experience in relational database design, optimization and performance with databases such as Sybase, Oracle, or MySql



Desired Qualifications:
� Experience with JBoss, Websphere or Weblogic
� Experience of SOA or Web Services
� Experience in design and development of asynchronous topologies (CEP, SEDA, MDB)
� Experience with load and performance testing
� Familiarity with JSTL, JSF, AJAX, CSS
� Experience with Agile methodologies/Scrum

Required Qualifications:


� BSc or MSc in Computer Science or related degree
� 7+ years experience designing and developing complex Java applications and JEE applications
� Enterprise Java development experience including fault tolerant, scalable systems.
� Experience of application integration and of OO design and design patterns
� Strong UNIX Background

Desired Qualifications:
� Deep understanding of SOA principles and Web Services technologies.
� Experience with performance testing, memory leak testing and tuning.
� Experience with load and performance testing
� Experience with Agile methodologies/Scrum

If you are excited by the latest technologies and want to work with cutting edge technologies such as:

* PDA Development
* iphone applications
* Web applications

They are a Microsoft Gold Partner and want to meet developers with 1 -2 years experience who are keen to work in a cutting edge environment.

Purpose Of Role:

They are seeking an experienced Account /Client Director who will be responsible for the development of sales of in an established market sector - Criminal Justice, Northern Ireland.

Skills & Experience:

In order to be considered for the role of Account Director you will need to demonstrate you have experience in the following:

- Clear and demonstrable experience of selling ICT based services, products and solutions within NI Public Sector. It would be advantageous to have a track record of sales within the Criminal Justice Sector.

- You will be able to demonstrate clearly the senior management relationships you have been able develop and nurture in the Northern Irish Public Sector.

- Your track record will highlight market sector development. You will need to show how you have developed and grown a sector both by revenue and by profitable business.

- Your track record will show clear business development wins, with sales values ranging from �500,000 to �10Million.

- Clear and demonstrable experience of winning new business from new and existing accounts, driving up revenue and achieving sales & customer satisfaction targets.

- Proven expertise in territory management, account planning and accurate sales forecasting.

- Excellent communications & negotiation skills

- You will be able to evidence the leadership and motivation of an account management team in targeting and developing a sector.

- Self starter with drive & initiative

Frequent client interaction; tailoring processing sequences to individual projects depending on geology, data acquisition techniques, time and financial constraints.
Participating in teams running many different projects simultaneously
First break picking; refraction and tomographic statics solutions using Anser, Hampson Russell, and Renegade third party software packages
Tracking processing and resource status.
Data input using SEG formats
Geometry application, QC and seismic data merge (including SPS, paper observers logs, UKOOA and SEGP1 formats)
Developing an appreciation of land seismic acquisition designs so as to understand their impact on seismic processing work flows
Pre stack migration imaging techniques
Parameterization and application of S/N enhancement techniques such as wavelet transform, f/k and linear radon filters, surface consistent amplitudes, random noise attenuation, gain and CMP stack
Ensure that all QC procedures are understood and followed at all times
Velocity Analysis with and without well control for velocity model building
Parameterization and application of resolution enhancing techniques such as deconvolution, spectral balancing , residual statics
Strive for a full understanding of contractual requirements and objectives for project
Ensure Health and Safety best practice is observed at all times and report any hazards when appropriate

At least 5 years experience of 3D land processing
Degree in Geophysics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Geology or other related technical subject
Understanding and �hands on� experience of seismic data processing
Able to work accurately and to tight deadlines
Good knowledge of data quality assurance and quality control methods
High energy level and positive attitude
Able to work well independently or as part of a team
Strong Maths and excellent problem solving skills
Experience of UNIX environment
Strong communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills
Eagerness to learn and accept challenging assignments
Self motivated, conscientious, organised

Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years experience of SAS Business Intelligence- experience of customer segmentations and analytics,. This should include experience of working with multiple complex data sources, and defining the correct use of each source.
A �natural consultant�; preferably with at least one year�s experience working as a consultant in client facing roles. This may incorporate Experience of translating loose business goals in to well-defined reporting requirements.
Excellent communication skills would be essential and an understanding of the Project life cycle is necessary.

It is expected that candidate�s will have a good educational background and will have a 2:1 or higher Degree in an IT related subject

It is mandatory that you are willing to travel with this role, so it is anticipated that you have a flexible approach to travel. In addition to a competitive basic salary candidates will be rewarded as the business grows.

� Existing experience in mobile solutions design and development would be advantageous
� Must be innovative, resourceful, and willing to take initiative
� Must work closely with QA and support teams to ensure total product quality and integration
� Hands-on senior technologist that gets things done

The Person:

� Min 4 years experience in relevant technologies
� Extensive software development experience is required using the following technologies - Web services, MS.NET 2.0+, MS.NET CF, VB/C# on Windows platforms.
� Database programming expertise (SQL-Server and/or Oracle)
� Proven analytical, solution design and development expertise with enterprise scale applications
� Possess a detailed understanding of the project lifecycle
� Existing experience in mobile solutions design and development would be advantageous
� Must be innovative, resourceful, and willing to take initiative
� Must work closely with QA and support teams to ensure total product quality and integration
� Hands-on senior technologist that gets things done

Our client is a leading services provider

� Ability to work independently with little supervision
� Creative approach to technical problems
� Be prepared to travel from time to time to UK sites

The Person:

� 4+ years proven experience in the area of: J2EE / JEE development technology such as JMS
� Oracle SQL
� Java Stored Procedures
� Ability to work independently with little supervision
� Creative approach to technical problems
� Be prepared to travel from time to time to UK sites

Our client is a leading software services provider

The opportunity
This is a senior level sales role. The role provides the opportunity to work in a challenging environment with real potential for success. The role will provide high visibility in the local market and is a career defining opportunity for the successful individual.

Requirements:
� Candidates must have in depth experience of selling services - preferably in Applications Outsourcing, Systems Integration and Testing and a demonstrable track record of developing and securing new business.
� Vertical experience and knowledge is less important but our preferred areas of interest are primarily Public Sector followed by Health, Utilities and Financial Services
� The role will be a hands one in NI, owning the end to end sales cycle � relationship building, lead generation, proposal writing, commercial negotiation skills and market development are all key activities for this role

Our client is leading consultancy.

The Person;

� Strong diagnostic and problem solving skills that provide considered, thorough and flexible solutions

� Personal drive, commitment, ability to self organize and use initiative to consistently deliver personal objectives with minimal supervision

� Ability to effectively multi-task and still provide attention to detail

� A good team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills

� Strong customer empathy and focus

� Ability to adapt to changing objectives in a dynamic environment

� Ability to mentor, train and support other team members

� A degree (or equivalent) in a computer, technical or numeric subject such as Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or Physics

� A minimum of 5 years experience using C++

� A minimum of 5 years experience in all stages of software lifecycle development from requirements capture through to application deployment and support

� A minimum of 5 years experience in OO design, multi-threaded design and application architecture using industry standard techniques and tools

Our client is a leading software services provider

Responsibilities


� Knowledge of project management principles, practices, techniques, and tools.
� Knowledge and appreciation of business concepts and requirements as applicable to the public, commercial and/or industrial business sectors.
� Ability to develop and prepare system specification, design methodology, testing and quality documentation.
� Demonstrate previous experience of working to and achieving project milestones and release dates.
� Skill in the use of spreadsheet, relational database, and word processing software

Essential Criteria
� 2 years commercial level experience of .Net Software Developer
� Team leadership skills and experience
� Team player, self-starter
� Able to work without close supervision.
� Excellent Interpersonal and Communication Skills

Our client is a leading software services provider

Your duties will include, but not be limited to:

Providing consulting support and advice to clients;
Providing training to members of client staff;
Taking secondments with client organisations;
Undertaking training in new competencies;
Proved market research and analysis;
Prepare and present sales pitches to clients;
Prepare proposals for client work; and
Participate in trade fairs, identifying and pursuing potential client work.

Essential qualities

Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years experience with Cognos BI Business Intelligence (basic reporting), with at least one year's experience configuring Cognos in a project environment.
Enterprise Planning (modeling business logic, budgets, financial reports and staff planning)..
A �natural consultant�; preferably with at least one year�s experience working as a consultant in client facing roles.
Excellent communication skills would be essential and an understanding of the Project life cycle is necessary.


Desirable qualities

It is expected that candidate�s will have a good educational background and will have a 2:1 or higher Degree in an IT related subject

It is mandatory that you are willing to travel with this role, so it is anticipated that you have a flexible approach to travel. In addition to a competitive basic salary candidates will be rewarded as the business grows.

Your duties will include, but not be limited to:

Providing consulting support and advice to clients;
Providing training to members of client staff;
Taking secondments with client organisations;
Undertaking training in new competencies;
Proved market research and analysis;
Prepare and present sales pitches to clients;
Prepare proposals for client work; and
Participate in trade fairs, identifying and pursuing potential client work.

Essential qualities

Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years experience configuring Cognos in Enterprise Planning (modeling business logic, budgets, financial reports and staff planning). It is also necessary that candidate�s have experience with Cognos BI Business Intelligence (basic reporting), with at least one year's experience configuring Cognos in a project environment.
A �natural consultant�; preferably with at least one year�s experience working as a consultant in client facing roles.
Excellent communication skills would be essential and an understanding of the Project life cycle is necessary.


Desirable qualities

It is expected that candidate�s will have a good educational background and will have a 2:1 or higher Degree in an IT related subject

It is mandatory that you are willing to travel with this role, so it is anticipated that you have a flexible approach to travel. In addition to a competitive basic salary candidates will be rewarded as the business grows.

While the primary responsibilities of this role would encompass production scheduling, capacity planning and the supply of key materials, the post holder will also be required to continuously liaise with customer services while also considering � and implementing � different means of process improvement.

Taking ownership of Key Performance Indicators (KPI�s) and the collation and presentation of regular results from both reports directly to senior management would also be the responsibility of the post holder. Moreover, maintaining good working relationships with management in areas such as Purchasing Production, Logistics and Customer Service will be essential in order to achieve all of the above.

The ideal candidate for this roles will have had experience in the management of material supplies and manufacturing logistics, preferably in the FMCG arena as well as report writing and the meeting and exceeding of KPI�s. They will have also had experience in capacity planning in conjunction with planning to meet customer needs, experience of continual process improvement ensuring best practice and efficiency and of ensuring production line and supply chain integrity

Key Requirements
Experience of contributing to systems development and improvement
A thorough understanding of Lean manufacturing practices
An understanding of production planning and supply chain management
Highly numerate
A forward-looking strategic thinker
A good communicator
Outstanding planning and organisational skills, developed through experience in an FMCG production background

AT LEAST THREE TO FIVE YEARS of EXPERIENCE of working in an FMCG/ production environment

The ideal candidate for this role will have had extensive experience of working in an MRP and Kanban (Just-in-Time) purchasing supply line environment. They will have created and maintained materials databases managing costs, suppliers and sales orders within an FMCG-Production environment.

Suitable candidates for this role will have worked in a purchasing management capacity in a large production arena for a major retailer, having built and maintained strong relationships with key material suppliers while also ensuring that the purchasing team and all relevant systems operate smoothly.

Ideally they will have also worked in an environment where dealing with overseas suppliers was commonplace.

You will also be responsible for:
Developing and maintaining strong relationships across GISD organisation ensuring effective delivery into the production environment.
Agreeing the infrastructure design, build and test strategy with the Project Managers (and Steering Committee where appropriate).
Managing on a day-to-day basis the delivery resources (designers, programmers and testers) within a number of teams.
Ensuring all third party resources are fully integrated into the delivery team, with clear reporting and communication lines to the GISD Portfolio Head.
Managing the successful delivery into the production environment, including the design of, and transition to, the support strategy.
Managing the successful delivery into the production environment, including the design of, and transition to, the support strategy.
Provision of technical development guidance and support to the GISD project. Satisfactory resolution of related service incidents during change.
Integration of the solution into the wider landscape.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to communicate difficult or complex idea clearly, often to multiple stakeholder audience. You should have in-depth knowledge in:
The main features of prototyping.
Wide variety of complex and multiple delivery initiatives using a structured life-cycle methodology.
Deployment of new or enhanced solutions into production.
Extensive experience in managing large intricate budgets and achieving cost efficiency across multiple areas.

Experience, qualifications and other requirements
Programme Management or Portfolio Management in a large complex organisation - must be able to plan and effectively manage all aspects of large, complex technology solutions projects.
Outstanding and successful stakeholder management and business engagement experience.
Must be able to align the business using technology i.e., apply technology at a strategic and system�s level to solve business problems.
Strategy development / management people leadership and management.
The analysis, design and development of enterprise technology solutions using industry standards.
Knowledge with different project/application/delivery methodologies & frameworks e.g. RUP, CMM or CMMI, PRINCE II, PMI preferred.
BSc degree in Computer Science, Information Management or Management Information Systems or the equivalent combination of experience and education � strongly desired.
The financial industry delivering & managing financial technology solutions (advantageous).

Much of this role will need you to champion innovation across the group, in particular the economic merits and market leadership opportunities of internally generated innovation. This will involve winning hearts and minds and so will require a high impact/visibility leadership style.

Responsible for the �innovation journey� - the critical path and criteria that each potential piece of innovation must pass to become fully commercialised, this role will need you to build a proactive innovation process; the company must become alert and responsive to ad hoc opportunities that arise reactively. You will also �hot house� major opportunities and run the market testing process through and post launch. Once new innovations are proven they will be handed fully to the operating divisions.

Some innovation may be licensed in or out, JVs could be formed or technology sold. Therefore you will need to advise on the best structures to drive optimal returns.
This complex role is above all a big leadership position with excellent executive prospects.

A graduate business professional with probably 15-20 years of impressive commercial experience, a strong academic background possibly supported by an MBA or other post graduate qualification. An impressive track record of leveraging innovation to create sustainable revenue streams through new applications, products and categories
Analytical skills along with a creative �feel� for business. Strong project management skills are essential as is an ability to manage complexity. Experience of managing through a matrix will be important as will natural charisma and authority.
Ability to create a positive relationship at all levels of the organisation globally and with external stakeholders, ie customers, suppliers, shareholders etc.
Exceptional understanding of technology, engineering, and materials science is essential. Experience of shaping supply chains will be helpful. This will be coupled with a strong customer/market orientation.

This role sits in an essential part of the Programme Management Office. The PMO operates at enterprise level across the complete IT function of our Client�s business. It has responsibility for over 45 major projects across the business, ensuring an accepted standard is maintained in line with accepted methodologies such as Prince2.

As a Project Controller, you will take ownership of all aspects of project management cost and financial performance tracking.

The Project Controller will work closely with group finance across the project delivery organisation, building credibility through value added support. Providing accurate project costing and financial control services for all IT programmes and projects, there is a responsibility to provide financial performance analysis and guidance to managers whilst upholding the integrity of financial reporting data.

You will also be accountable for;

Analysis - Ensuring all projects have an approved and valid business case throughout the project lifecycle. You will provide close analysis of P&L throughout projects and programmes ensuring financial management falls in line with policies set by group finance. Alongside this a priority will be to provide MI on financial risk to the BPIM (business planning and investment manager)
Staff support - Provide support/coaching/development when required for business case preparations. You will Support transition management in ensuring that projects capture future asset lifecycle costs and ensure they are included in OPEX budget forecasts. Working with group finance to ensure that PMAC (project management accounting) guidelines are followed, this includes coaching and developing project managers in this area. Additional responsibility includes supporting and advising Oracle users and assisting the business planning manager with MI and data analysis.
Reporting - Monitoring programme/project benefits realisation reporting to assure benefits capture. Provide reports on KPIs for cost and budget control performance of projects, additionally monitoring performance vs. staff capitalisation targets whilst monitoring funds allocated to strategic projects.

Overall you will be ensuring that the PMO team collaborates with the entire PM community in respect to; Planning, finance, risk and other issues leading to effective portfolio and programme control.

5+ years experience in a project accountant role
Qualified ACCA/CIMA, or at least studying towards full qualification
3+ years experience in financial estimating of projects
3+ years of Oracle Projects or equivalent
2+ years working in a project environment
Experience of a PPM or Artemis would be a definite advantage

This is an exciting time to join our client and become involved in supporting their extensive project and asset portfolio. This role would suite an outstanding IT practitioner from a PMO background, and without doubt will provide a challenging and rewarding working environment.

Reporting to the Production Manager, you will be required to accelerate the implementation of Lean throughout the Cumbrian manufacturing facility. You will have hands on experience of gaining results through deploying lean in people driven processes. The role will require you to communicate with and engage people throughout the business. Delivering project based improvements that have a real benefit to the bottom line of the business.
Developing continuous improvement systems to be an integral part of the day to day culture of the business through associate involvement, training and development this role will allow you to widen your scope across the business.

Increase awareness of Lean across the manufacturing facility through visual awareness and training
Continue the development of value streams and assist team leaders with implementation.
Working with team leaders, develop and refine Standard Work to reduce variation in the manufacturing process and assist in line balancing.
Establish KPI�s across the manufacturing facility to monitor on time in full delivery, performance, quality, 5S and Standard Work adherence
Accelerate 5S roll out through the involvement of others
Lead the development of Kanban systems to provide items to the correct place in the correct quantities when required, developing the system to improve robustness.
Assist engineering department to develop and implement reliability centred maintenance system
Facilitate monthly Kaizen sessions to eliminate waste from processes and in turn improve performance against KPI�s, with involvement of associates across all levels of the business to improve culture
Develop NB practices and procedures to a world class level, securing highly acclaimed awards within manufacturing

You will be responsible for the technical development of web-based and/or client-server applications using Microsoft development tools.
The role includes: Developing and maintaining programming scripts, providing scripted solutions to technical problems, working with the Web Designer in the development of new styles, subsections and site functions.

To be considered for the role applicants must possess experience in at least some of the following:

� Microsoft Visual Basic and VB.Net
� Microsoft ASP and ASP.Net
� Microsoft SQL Server � versions 2000 and 2005
� Microsoft Sharepoint

Your duties will include, but not be limited to:

 Providing consulting support and advice to clients;
 Providing training to members of client staff;
 Taking secondments with client organisations;
 Undertaking training in new competencies;
 Proved market research and analysis;
 Prepare and present sales pitches to clients;
 Prepare proposals for client work; and
 Participate in trade fairs, identifying and pursuing potential client work.

Essential qualities

 Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years experience configuring Cognos in Enterprise Planning (modeling business logic, budgets, financial reports and staff planning). It is also necessary that candidate�s have experience with Cognos BI Business Intelligence (basic reporting), with at least one year's experience configuring Cognos in a project environment.
 A �natural consultant�; preferably with at least one year�s experience working as a consultant in client facing roles.
 Excellent communication skills would be essential and an understanding of the Project life cycle is necessary.


Desirable qualities

It is expected that candidate�s will have a good educational background and will have a 2:1 or higher Degree in an IT related subject

It is mandatory that you are willing to travel with this role, so it is anticipated that you have a flexible approach to travel. In addition to a competitive basic salary candidates will be rewarded as the business grows.

Your duties will include, but not be limited to:

 Providing consulting support and advice to clients;
 Providing training to members of client staff;
 Taking secondments with client organisations;
 Undertaking training in new competencies;
 Proved market research and analysis;
 Prepare and present sales pitches to clients;
 Prepare proposals for client work; and
 Participate in trade fairs, identifying and pursuing potential client work.

Essential qualities

 Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years experience with Cognos BI Business Intelligence (basic reporting), with at least one year's experience configuring Cognos in a project environment.
 Enterprise Planning (modeling business logic, budgets, financial reports and staff planning)..
 A �natural consultant�; preferably with at least one year�s experience working as a consultant in client facing roles.
 Excellent communication skills would be essential and an understanding of the Project life cycle is necessary.

� Providing technical leadership within a project supporting and maintaining business critical enterprise scale applications running in midrange Unix environments
� Coaching and mentoring team members, and introduction of best practice
� Daily preventative maintenance and support of the application
� Demonstrating a creative and value added approach to troubleshooting problems (defects and errors) as they arise
� Supporting business customers providing prompt response and resolution of issues raised
� Working with the customer to derive business needs and requirements for enhancements
� Adopting and embracing a technical and process improvement approach within the project

� Third level qualification in Computer Science or an IT related discipline
� Exceptional technical skills (e.g. C++, UNIX, SQL)
� Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills
� Experience in a technical leadership role in a development and application support and maintenance environment
� Evidence of strong design ability
� Ability to analyze existing systems in the context of business needs and determine how to refine/repair/refactor them as appropriate
� Evidence of strong technical leadership, mentoring and coaching skills
� Above average communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate at various levels
� Ability to pro-actively manage customer relationships
� Experience of contributing and influencing change at project level
� Experience of split site teams

Working as the Lead / Senior QA Engineer, you will lead and be part of the Test Automation teams that are working on real world testing challenges of scalability, availability and fault tolerance. It is an opportunity to develop and use automation skills and apply them using cutting edge tools and technologies. It is also the opportunity to lead, develop and work alongside a team of QA Engineers, who enjoy being largely technically self sufficient and who want to continue to develop their technical skills.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE


5+ years of software testing experience.

BSc or MSc in Computer Science or related degree.

Experience using test automation tools like WinRunner and QTP.

Experience working with databases like Oracle, Sybase or MySQL
.
Proven experience in system, integration, regression, performance, stress, functionality, upgrade and installation testing.

Ability to write and execute SQL queries to validate data.

Exceptional oral and written communication skills along with ability to work together as a team

Experience leading or mentoring a QA team is a desirable
.
Experience working in a Linux/Unix environment desirable.

Experience with some of the following � Java, JavaScript, Perl, PHP, Shell Scripting or Python.

Experience with Agile methodologies( Ideally Scrum)

Our client, an innovative global organisation, is seeking a talented Lead Senior QA to lead and work in a collaborative agile environment within their Belfast operation.

Senior Software Professional - Java
Our client, an innovative global organisation, is seeking talented senior software professionals to further their significant expansion plans in NI.
Working within a pure agile development environment, you will have the drive and hunger to want to be part of one of the most exciting organisations currently operating within this space.

Required Qualifications:


� BSc or MSc in Computer Science or related degree
� 5+ years experience designing and developing complex Java applications
� Experience of n tier application development, preferably using J2EE
� Experience in OO design and design patterns
� Experience in creating automated build and test environments using Ant, JUnit, etc
� Experience in relational database design, optimization and performance with databases such as Sybase, Oracle, or MySql



Desired Qualifications:
� Experience with JBoss, Websphere or Weblogic
� Experience of SOA or Web Services
� Experience in design and development of asynchronous topologies (CEP, SEDA, MDB)
� Experience with load and performance testing
� Familiarity with JSTL, JSF, AJAX, CSS
� Experience with Agile methodologies/Scrum

Your role will involve the build and release of software developed in the local development centre. You will also have responsibility for the management of Unix based test environments and provide for the day to day system administration and IT support.
A real team player you will work closely with the QA team and software engineers, your scripting skills will be maximized enhancing an automated test and release process.

KEY DELIVERABLES INCLUDE :
� Design and development of builds, scripts, installation procedures, and systems including source code control and issue tracking.
� Configuration management
� Source code structure,
� Version control,
� Software build, installation/deployment,


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE :

� 4+ years of experience with Linux/UNIX system administration.
� BSc or Computer Science or related degree
� Administration of Apache and Jboss
� Solid scripting skills in Perl, Python or Shell.
� Experience of working with ClearCase, Subversion, Accurev or other SCM tool
� Experience of Ant, Maven or other software build tools

This is an exceptional opportunity for the right individual to take a career defining step with an organization which is committed to providing enviable opportunities to it�s team.
If you would like to know more about this opportunity please call Myles McKeown on 02890500883 or alternatively email your cv through on the link provided quoting reference number DPB2245.

Working on behalf of our client we have an immediate requirement for a Build and Release Engineer. You will be joining a team full of exceptional talent therefore your skills will also be of the highest calibre � peer respect is key. You will be passionate about what you do and aspire to be the best.

RESPONSIBILITIES
� Design, develop, modify and test highly scalable and fault-tolerant components
� Carry out integration testing and building of working versions of a system within the current operational environment.
� Work in an Agile environment embracing iterative and incremental techniques
� Understand SOA principles

Software Professionals - Java
Our client, an innovative global organisation, are seeking talented software professionals to further their significant expansion plans in NI.
Working within a pure agile development environment, you will have the drive and hunger to want to be part of one of the most exciting organisations currently operating within this space.
We are looking for Software Engineers who will build and enhance key modules of our clients eCommerce transaction processing systems. This position will require development of complex systems that process millions of transactions per day, leveraging J2EE and open source technologies.

The role:
� Work with the business and business analyst to derive business requirements
� Design, development and testing of software solutions including systems architecture
� Analysis and resolution of technical and enterprise wide systems
� Analysis of business requirements
� Contribute technically to team objectives
� Demonstrate a creative approach to solving business problems

The ideal candidate will have:
� At least 2 years recent relevant postgraduate experience
� A B.Sc. or equivalent in Computer Science or a related discipline is essential
� Expertise in one or more of Java, JEE, .Net, C#, OO design, C++, Client Server, RDBMS, web development, product integration
� Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate at various levels and across cultures

Reporting to the Senior Architect, you will define, develop and lead database standards in the application architecture.

In this role you will work with the DBA team, development team and program manager, as well as leverage the industry and mobile product understanding of the other product architecture teams.

ESSENTIAL:

Educational/Professional Qualifications:
o A 1st/2nd Class Honours degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or Electrical and Electronic Engineering (or equally relevant subject)

Work Experience:
o 6+ years employment experience as a database architect / lead software developer with relevant experience in enterprise-class software development and substantial experience in all aspects of database design and data modeling.
o Experience designing or architecting high-performance, high-availability, multi-tier, carrier-grade applications, both OLTP as well as DSS
o Experience in telecommunications domain with wireless networking and technologies
o Development experience in a commercial software company

Technical:
o 7+ years experience in data modeling, including a complete understanding of all normalized forms, ER Modeling and industry design standards
o 7+ years experience implementing database systems and at least 3 of those years with Oracle 9i/10g.
o 7+ years experience integrating database solutions in Java/JEE environments, with strong working knowledge of SOA with web services
o Must be able to draw on broad experience of database technologies to recommend tools or techniques that help meet high performance and availability requirements
o Solid background in Java and a strong working knowledge of development in JEE applications and web services with Java
o Experience with ER Modeling tools such as ERWin or ER/Studio

General:
o Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
o Ability to travel and work off-site to satisfy customer commitments and deliveries
o Highly motivated and able to demonstrate initiative, willingness and ability to learn
o Capable of taking responsibility for own work and personal and professional development


DESIRABLE:

Educational/Professional Qualifications:
o A Masters or other advanced degree in Computer Science , or Software Engineering, or Electrical and Electronic Engineering (or equally relevant subject)

Telecoms client

The Role:

The SQL Developer role involves:
� Working with IT and business customers from conception to implementation of solutions
� Participating in the development and presentation of strategic data warehouse strategies
� The building of Data manipulation and transformation processes from operational data stores
� Devising suitable testing strategies and tasks to validate delivered systems
� Having excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills and ability to track down reporting issues

The person:
� A degree or equivalent in Computer Science or MIS related area is highly desirable
� Practical experience of:
- Business Intelligence design and build
- MS SQL Server 2005 and T-SQL
- MS SQL Server Integration Services, Reporting Services and Analysis Services
- OLAP Cubes
- Performance Point (dashboard/scorecard) and SharePoint
- ETL and multi-dimensional design and implementation skills
� 4+ years experience working in MS BI development environment
� Skilled in planning and management of scope of work and time estimation

Acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client, The DP Group seeks a SQL Developer for an immediate opportunity

The Role:

The Microsoft Developer role involves:
� Working with IT and business customers from conception to implementation of solutions
� Participating in the development and presentation of strategic data warehouse strategies
� The building of Data manipulation and transformation processes from operational data stores
� Devising suitable testing strategies and tasks to validate delivered systems
� Having excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills and ability to track down reporting issues

The person:
� A degree or equivalent in Computer Science or MIS related area is highly desirable
� Practical experience of:
- Business Intelligence design and build
- MS SQL Server 2005 and T-SQL
- MS SQL Server Integration Services, Reporting Services and Analysis Services
- OLAP Cubes
- Performance Point (dashboard/scorecard) and SharePoint
- ETL and multi-dimensional design and implementation skills
� 4+ years experience working in MS BI development environment
� Skilled in planning and management of scope of work and time estimation

Acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client, The DP Group seeks a Microsoft Developer for an immediate opportunity.

As a telesales executive your key responsibility lies in achieving revenue & profitability targets and working with the rest of the team to achieve overall company objectives.
Key Responsibilities :
� Achievement of monthly sales and profitability targets.
� Participation in weekly sales forecasting and strategy meetings
� Managing existing corporate accounts and developing business opportunities with new customers from your account base.
� Liaising with the Training Manager and Training Co-Ordinator to ensure the smooth running of training courses

smooth running of training courses
The Person :
Ideally you will have at least one/two years experience with a track record of delivering results. Excellent communication and organisational skills are desirable.
Essential Competencies :
� Previous sales / telesales experience
� Teamwork
� Interpersonal Skills
� Initiative and Innovation � lead generation and prospecting
� Relationship Building and Client Management � good negotiation skills
� Results Focused
� Seasoned objection handling skills
� Good administrative skills with attention to detail
� Basic IT skills

Reporting to the Senior Architect, you will define, develop and lead our client�s database approach.

You will work with the DBA team, development team and program manager, as well as leverage the industry and mobile product understanding of the other product architecture teams.

You will need to draw upon your broad experience in developing database back-end systems for enterprise applications on the Oracle RDBMS platform using SQL/PL-SQL and Java/JEE technologies.

Your projects and responsibilities will include:
� Working with the project manager, architects, developers and DBAs to help design new products.
� Taking ownership of the new product data schema, from modeling and design to implementation.
� Establishing the product standards for use of the database and definition of database coding standards and practices.
� Implementing, own and enforce performance standards. Lead tuning and optimization where needed within the context of core product requirements.

ESSENTIAL:

Educational/Professional Qualifications:
o A 1st/2nd Class Honours degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or Electrical and Electronic Engineering (or equally relevant subject)

Work Experience:
o 6+ years employment experience as a database architect / lead software developer with relevant experience in enterprise-class software development and substantial experience in all aspects of database design and data modeling.
o Experience designing or architecting high-performance, high-availability, multi-tier, carrier-grade applications, both OLTP as well as DSS
o Experience in telecommunications domain with wireless networking and technologies
o Development experience in a commercial software company

Technical:
o 7+ years experience in data modeling, including a complete understanding of all normalized forms, ER Modeling and industry design standards
o 7+ years experience implementing database systems and at least 3 of those years with Oracle 9i/10g.
o 7+ years experience integrating database solutions in Java/JEE environments, with strong working knowledge of SOA with web services
o Must be able to draw on broad experience of database technologies to recommend tools or techniques that help meet high performance and availability requirements
o Solid background in Java and a strong working knowledge of development in JEE applications and web services with Java
o Experience with ER Modeling tools such as ERWin or ER/Studio

General:
o Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
o Ability to travel and work off-site to satisfy customer commitments and deliveries
o Highly motivated and able to demonstrate initiative, willingness and ability to learn
o Capable of taking responsibility for own work and personal and professional development


DESIRABLE:

Educational/Professional Qualifications:
o A Masters or other advanced degree in Computer Science , or Software Engineering, or Electrical and Electronic Engineering (or equally relevant subject)



Technical:
o Experience with data caching technologies

Our client, a major award winning Software development firm is currently recruiting for a Database architect to join their expanding organisation.

The Role:

The Database Developer role involves:
� Working with IT and business customers from conception to implementation of solutions
� Participating in the development and presentation of strategic data warehouse strategies
� The building of Data manipulation and transformation processes from operational data stores
� Devising suitable testing strategies and tasks to validate delivered systems
� Having excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills and ability to track down reporting issues

The person:
� A degree or equivalent in Computer Science or MIS related area is highly desirable
� Practical experience of:
- Business Intelligence design and build
- MS SQL Server 2005 and T-SQL
- MS SQL Server Integration Services, Reporting Services and Analysis Services
- OLAP Cubes
- Performance Point (dashboard/scorecard) and SharePoint
- ETL and multi-dimensional design and implementation skills
� 2+ years experience working in MS BI development environment
� Skilled in planning and management of scope of work and time estimation

City Centre Client

The Role

The purpose of this role is to undertake the analysis and design of universes and reports in Business Objects 6 and XiR3 environment.

Responsibilities will include the support and enhancement of the current business objects environment, including changes to existing universes and reports, as well as active involvement in the migration of the current environment to

Skills Required
� Business Objects universe design and maintenance
� Business Objects Report design and maintenance
� Security Clearance

Desirable Skills
� Oracle 10g forms and reports
� PL/SQL

This role will require Security Clearance to CTC level, candidates will be asked to undergo an appropriate vetting procedure, if not already held.

Candidates must have excellent client facing skills, analytical skills and the ability to help the client define requirements.

Our client is a leader in the European consulting and IT services market with over 11,000 staff in 9 Countries. The UK business delivers a full range of IT services to many of the UK's leading organisations.

The Role:
� Effectively manage account base specified for this role in Ireland
� Lead on delivering all targets as set out by the business for the new business role
� Actively engage and grow the account base
� Actively support the Ireland Business Director in rolling out the strategy for business development in Ireland
� Effectively manage personal development
� Identify and deliver new opportunities
� Provide timely forecasts, and reports regarding account performance. Work closely with finance to ensure billing and finance issues are resolved
� Identify and deliver new opportunities across Ireland.
� Identify any negative margin accounts and take action
� Grow existing accounts by maximizing margin and revenues

The person:
� Significant experience of working within a Telecommunications or ICT environment
� Practical account management experience within a telecom or ICT environment
� Excellent understanding and management of accounts
� Experience of working with multiple teams
� The ability to work on your own initiative, effectively both as an individual and as part of a team
� Ability to adapt to change in a positive and effective manner
� Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and manage customer relationships both internally and externally
� Excellent IT Skills, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint
� Excellent written and verbal communication skills
� Experience of working within an enterprise or government arena
� Ability to manage internal relationships effectively

Acting as a Recruitment agency, the DP Group are currently recruiting for a New Business Account Manager.
The role is with one of the most globally successful telecoms companies. Due to continued growth our client has a key role which will focus on the successful applicant�s ability to build long lasting relationships with a number of enterprise customers and government accounts throughout Ireland:

The Role:

� To write applications, conforming to the design and programming standards.
� To supervise other members of the team to ensure that they adhere to the design and programming standards.
� To provide input to the development manager or project manager in terms of estimates and schedules
� To provide an orderly and well documented handover of live system to support team.

The Person:

� A 3rd level degree in IT related discipline with a classification of 2:1 or above.
� At least 5 years practical experience as a .net/C# software developer.
� At least 1 years experience as a project or team leader.
� Strong grasp of OO design practices and development of re-usable components and inter-operability with other applications.
� A detailed knowledge and practical experience in several of the following:
- C#
- Web Services
- .NET 1.0 and 2.0
- Visual Studio 2003 and 2005
- SQL Server
- XML
- HTML
- ASP.NET
� A detailed knowledge of Information Systems in a distributed networked environment.
� Excellent planning, organization and self motivation
� Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision but also cooperatively as part of a team.
Strong problem solving skills and ability to suggest and apply a technical solution to problems

Essential criteria

� A degree (or equivalent) in a computer, technical or numeric subject such as Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or Physics

� A minimum of 5 years experience using C++

� A minimum of 5 years experience in all stages of software lifecycle development from requirements capture through to application deployment and support

� A minimum of 5 years experience in OO design, multi-threaded design and application architecture using industry standard techniques and tools

� Knowledge of operating systems, computer architecture and communication protocols

� Strong diagnostic and problem solving skills that provide considered, thorough and flexible solutions

� Personal drive, commitment, ability to self organize and use initiative to consistently deliver personal objectives with minimal supervision

� Ability to effectively multi-task and still provide attention to detail

� A good team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills

� Strong customer empathy and focus

� Ability to adapt to changing objectives in a dynamic environment

� Ability to mentor, train and support other team members

The Role:

Reporting to the Senior Architect, you will define, develop and lead our client�s database approach.

You will work with the DBA team, development team and program manager, as well as leverage the industry and mobile product understanding of the other product architecture teams.

You will need to draw upon your broad experience in developing database back-end systems for enterprise applications on the Oracle RDBMS platform using SQL/PL-SQL and Java/JEE technologies.

Your projects and responsibilities will include:
� Working with the project manager, architects, developers and DBAs to help design new products.
� Taking ownership of the new product data schema, from modeling and design to implementation.
� Establishing the product standards for use of the database and definition of database coding standards and practices.
� Implementing, own and enforce performance standards. Lead tuning and optimization where needed within the context of core product requirements.

Educational/Professional Qualifications:

� A 1st/2nd Class Honours degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or Electrical and Electronic Engineering (or equally relevant subject)






Work Experience:
� Employment experience as a database architect / developer with relevant experience in enterprise-class development and substantial experience in all aspects of database design
� Development experience in a commercial software company

Technical:
� 7+ years experience in data modeling, including a complete understanding of all normalized forms, ER Modeling and industry design standards
� 7+ years experience implementing database systems and at least 3 of those years with Oracle 9i/10g.
� 7+ years experience in the design and development of stored procedures, triggers and queries.
� At least 3 years experience in PL/SQL
� 3+ years experience with data archiving, data partitioning, data warehousing, data marts, dimensional modeling, OLAP, star schema databases and reporting and analysis services
� 3+ years experience integrating Oracle db solutions in Java/JEE environments, with strong working knowledge of SOA with web services
� Must be able to draw on broad experience of database technologies to recommend tools or techniques that help meet high performance and availability requirements
� Solid background in Java and a strong working knowledge of development in JEE applications and web services with Java
� Experience with ER Modeling tools such ERWin or ER/Studio

The successful individual will provide Regulated Investment advice predominantly around Investments, but there will also be involvement in more general financial planning incorporating retirement and protection. You will be dealing with both businesses and private clients.

Your responsibilities will be as follows:

� Providing well founded robust Regulated Investment Advice to clients and non-clients
� Developing internal and external networks for client introductions
� Maintaining up to date personal knowledge required to provide leading edge investment advice
� Focus on existing client �bank� to develop trusted adviser relationship with a real focus on a high standard of client service resulting in recurring work and income
� To fully comply with internal and external regulations and policies so as to protect the client and also the reputation of the Firm
� Oversee and where appropriate complete comprehensive client reports
� Achieve new business and profit targets
� Develop specialist knowledge to become the team �expert� in a particular area
� Fulfil quality control duties in a robust and independent manner
� Be proactive in terms of winning new work and bring a differentiated client solutions focus to the advisory process
Qualifications Required:
� Ideally you will hold a third level qualification and/or advanced regulatory qualifications( or be working towards these) with a number of years experience operating at a senior level.
� Experience within IFA environment required.
This role is Belfast based but will demand considerable travel throughout the UK and Ireland, as client assignments dictate.

Please note the DP Group is acting as a recruitment agency for this role and only those applicants who meet the essential criteria will be considered.
For more information and a full job spec please contact Stephen Ingram or Stuart Badanjak on 028 90500883 quoting Job Reference DP 2181 or alternatively send your CV to us using the link.