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Compliance and Quality Assurance Lead Location: Bristol (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Travel Requirement: Up to 25% (UK and occasional international travel)
Security Clearance: Active SC (required)
Role Overview An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Compliance and Quality Assurance Lead to support the delivery of assurance and audit programmes within a major UK defence logistics transformation programme.
This role requires a proactive and motivated professional who can operate effectively both independently and as part of a wider team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will contribute to ensuring compliance, quality standards, and audit excellence across a complex supply chain.
The position is based in Bristol, with a hybrid working arrangement combining remote working and on-site presence as required.
Key Responsibilities The Compliance and Quality Assurance Lead will be responsible for the following:
Ensuring accurate material accounting within public stores accounts relating to Government Furnished Assets (GFA)Developing, managing, and maintaining a risk-based audit schedule for key subcontractorsLeading and conducting subcontractor and supply chain audits in accordance with ISO standards and contractual requirementsSupporting audit surveillance activities across key suppliers and partnersProviding guidance to internal and external stakeholders on compliance requirements, including audit processes, policy updates, and contractual obligationsLine management and development of a Quality Assurance Advisor within the compliance teamMonitoring team performance and supporting continuous professional developmentCollecting, analysing, and reporting on performance metrics (KPIs) related to quality and asset managementActing as a delegate for senior compliance leadership when required, including representing the function at governance forums and meetingsSupporting the implementation of quality and asset management plans in line with programme requirementsDeveloping subject matter expertise in Quality Management Systems, ISO standards, and defence-specific regulations (e.g., AQAPs and Joint Service Publications)Required Skills and ExperienceDemonstrable experience in quality assurance and control within a complex operational environmentCertification as an ISO 9001 Lead Auditor (or equivalent)Proven experience implementing corrective and preventative actions (CAPA)Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentUK citizenshipWillingness and eligibility to obtain SC security clearanceFlexibility to travel as requiredDesirable Skills and ExperienceExperience working within defence or government contract environmentsFamiliarity with MOD standards, including AQAPs, Defence Standards, and Joint Service PublicationsExperience using tools such as Power BI, SharePoint, Jira, and Microsoft Office applicationsActive SC clearanceSecurity RequirementsBPSS pre-employment screening is requiredActive SC clearance is mandatory for the role Read less

Job Title: Supplier Quality Manager
Location: Bristol (Hybrid – minimum 1 day/week onsite)
Travel: ~25% (UK & occasional international)
Clearance: Must hold an ACTIVE SC clearance

Overview
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Supplier Quality Manager to lead quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives across a complex logistics and supply chain program.
The role will focus on ensuring quality compliance across procurement, storage, and distribution processes while driving supplier performance and audit activities.

Key Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance frameworks across the supply chainConduct internal, external, and supplier audits in line with ISO9001 / AQAP standardsAct as the main point of contact for supplier quality issues and escalationsDrive continuous improvement initiatives and enhance quality processesEnsure compliance with quality management systems and operational proceduresProduce audit reports with actionable insights for performance improvementCollaborate with internal stakeholders to monitor and improve programme performanceSupport audit readiness by coordinating documentation and compliance evidenceDeliver quality training and awareness across the businessBuild and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and suppliersKey Requirements
Certified ISO9001 Lead AuditorProven experience in quality assurance within logistics, procurement, or supply chain environmentsStrong understanding of audit processes and compliance frameworksExperience managing supplier quality and performanceExcellent stakeholder management and communication skillsWillingness to travel within the UK and occasionally overseasDesirable Skills
Experience with defence or regulated environmentsKnowledge of AQAP, defence standards, or similar frameworksFamiliarity with tools such as Power BI, SharePoint, Jira, and MS OfficeExperience with procurement/sourcing platformsAdditional Requirements
Active UK SC clearanceUK citizenship required Read less

Technical Consultant – Blue Yonder (WMS/TMS)
Overview
We are hiring a Technical Consultant (Blue Yonder) to deliver and integrate WMS/TMS solutions for logistics clients. This role involves customisation, system integration, and technical delivery of Blue Yonder platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Implement and customise Blue Yonder (WMS/TMS/Luminate) solutionsDevelop integrations using APIs, EDI, XML, JSONBuild extensions using MOCA, Java, or GroovySupport system integration with ERP and other platformsTroubleshoot issues and support go-live and hypercare phasesKey Requirements
Strong experience with Blue Yonder / JDA (WMS/TMS)Background in system integration and software developmentKnowledge of Java, SQL, APIs, and data managementExperience within logistics / supply chain environmentsNice to Have
AWS, Docker, KubernetesAgile (Scrum/Kanban), JiraProfile
Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsCustomer-focused with good stakeholder communicationAbility to work independently in a fast-paced environment Read less