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Manufacturing confidence 'translating into recruitment'

06 September 2010 14:41:15

There is greater confidence in the manufacturing sector as orders begin to pick up and this is translating into increased recruitment, according to the latest report.

A survey carried out by EEF, the manufacturers' organisation, shows that UK firms are continuing to report buoyant trading conditions as a result of rising demand in overseas markets, which points to positive growth prospects in 2010.

Additionally, greater confidence across the sector is leading to the creation of more jobs as organisations point towards growth in the coming months.

Commenting on the findings, EEF chief economist Lee Hopley said manufacturers have continued to "reap the rewards" of growth in overseas markets, with the upswing being felt across all sectors and regions.

"Not only has this continued to translate into better employment prospects but the recovery in investment has begun much earlier in the cycle than after previous recessions," the expert explained.

It comes after Rosa Wilkinson, managing director of UKTI, recently said that there is not only a return to confidence across the business community in the UK, but across the whole of Europe.

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Jobs market 'facing demand from military personnel'

03 September 2010 14:58:20

The jobs market is facing demand from military personnel as people leave the armed forces and take on civilian roles such as a sales engineer, it has been claimed.

A new report by Leicester-based Gemini Forces shows that the organisation is anticipating a "surge" in the numbers of military personnel leaving the forces and entering the civilian jobs market after rumours that several British Army regiments could be facing the axe over defence funding.

According to Harry Dean, Gemini forces director who served in the army for 30 years, said several regiments could "pay the price" when the comprehensive spending review is announced in October.

"This could potentially lead to a huge influx of ex-military personnel looking for jobs in the civilian market," he noted.

According to John Salt, director of Totaljobs.com, it is essential that jobseekers are flexible in their approach to sales recruitment if they are to enhance their prospects of securing a position.

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Investment 'favoured over cost-cutting'

02 September 2010 12:11:56

Many global businesses are favouring investment over cost-cutting in order to aid recovery, particularly in the manufacturing sector, a new report has claimed.

According to the study, published by Eversheds, businesses will continue to drive demand and will also have a stronger appetite to invest in three key areas in the near future - staffing levels, marketing activity and research and development projects.

Stephen Sorrell, partner at Eversheds, said that the findings show a very "mixed picture" in terms of confidence levels and the ways in which businesses have tackled the challenging economic climate.

"It's really encouraging to see that the manufacturing industry is among the most optimistic, while the construction sector, which was arguably the hardest hit by the global recession, has a healthy level of optimism in line with the global average," he noted.

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Government green deal 'may boost construction employment'

19 August 2010 14:32:26

The coalition government's 'green deal' plan is likely to boost the number of construction jobs in the coming months, one sector expert has stated.

Brian Berry, director of external affairs at the Federation of Master Builders, said that the industry is waiting to hear more details about the scheme, but it is likely to see the retrofit of 26 million homes.

His comments follow a report published by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, which suggested that some sectors of the construction industry experienced a drop in workloads in the second quarter of the year, although private commercial and residential were both broadly unchanged.

"This could potentially offer big job opportunities for builders who can retrofit existing properties. That is a possible ray of light at the end of the tunnel," he explained.

Mr Berry added that the sector needs to persuade the government that the construction industry is essential in terms of getting the British economy back on its feet because of the amount of people that it employs and its contribution to GDP.

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A switch to sales engineer 'could be a good move'

17 August 2010 14:41:56

Making a career switch to a sales engineer could be a positive move as long as people research the sector before changing, one expert has claimed.

Steve Huxham, chairman of the Recruitment Society, said that the industry is currently crying out for sales engineers but some people are either unaware of the opportunities or have not researched the role well enough.

He pointed out that anybody can change careers and benefit significantly, but the key is to first spend time researching the industry to see what is in store and what the role will demand.

"I know for a fact that there are plenty of jobs available with businesses who need engineers – but they are struggling to find that talent. With engineering – is that now a good word to have on your business card again?" he stated.

Mr Huxham added that if the personal investment that people need to make through retraining to be a sales engineer "makes sense", then the career switch is "well worth contemplating".

Recently, research carried out by IntaPeople showed that there is a growing demand for people in the engineering sector and listed it in the top ten most in-demand positions in the first six months of 2010.

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Engineers 'in demand' in 2010

11 August 2010 14:04:54

There is a huge demand for people in roles such as sales engineers in 2010, according to a new report.

Research carried out by IntaPeople showed that there is a growing demand for people in the engineering sector and listed the top ten most in demand positions in the first six months of 2010.

Buyers and cost engineers, supply chain consultants and planning engineers all featured on the list, which shows that the sector is bucking the trend seen in many other industries following the recession, said Chris Day, head of IntaPeople's engineering division.

"Despite some difficult conditions, organisations across the country have continued to recruit highly talented engineers as they look to deliver innovative, market-leading solutions," he explained.

Mr Day added that the growing demand for logistical experts also coincides with the launch of a number of "exciting new projects" around the country.

It comes after Steve Huxham, chairman of the Recruitment Society, suggested that many staff may be looking to make the switch to other sectors, such as engineering, to take advantage of more buoyant job markets.

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Employees 'considering career switches' in the near future

10 August 2010 14:09:37

Many staff are considering switching careers at the moment in order to take advantage of more buoyant jobs markets in other sectors, it has been claimed.

Steve Huxham, chairman of the Recruitment Society, said that there is always a risk in switching roles or careers, but people ultimately have to "take responsibility" for their own occupations.

His comments follow the publication of the latest Recruitment and Employment Confederation/KPMG report on jobs, which showed further increases in permanent and temporary staff appointments during July.

Mr Huxham explained: "If you believe that lessons have been learned in trying to have a mixed economy rather than the government only focusing on the public sector, then you could reasonably switch careers."

He pointed out that manufacturing is one industry which offers many possibilities for people looking to switch careers, as long as they are aware of the risks of moving from one sector to another.

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Construction sector 'experiencing a recruitment rise'

04 August 2010 14:21:43

There has been a significant rise in the number of new positions being created in the recruitment sector, according to one industry expert.

Duncan MacAskill, a partner at KPMG, stated that the construction industry is enjoying buoyancy at the moment, with hiring managers in search of employees for new developments as firms emerge from the economic downturn.

His comments follow the publication of the latest Recruitment and Employment Confederation and KPMG Report on Jobs, which showed that the most in-demand category for both types of staff was engineering and construction.

"Surprisingly, engineering and construction is the sector where staff were most in demand, an indication of a sustained recovery in the manufacturing sector," Mr MacAskill explained.

It follows a prediction from Martin Warnes, managing director of reed.co.uk, who said that companies in the manufacturing sector are gradually preparing for future growth as recruitment picks up and hiring managers within the sector are becoming more active.

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Manufacturing sector 'preparing for future growth'

02 August 2010 15:09:08

Companies in the manufacturing sector are gradually preparing for future growth as recruitment picks up, one expert has noted.

Hiring managers within the sector are becoming more active in anticipation of the industry experiencing a boost in demand and productivity in the coming months, according to Martin Warnes, managing director of reed.co.uk.

He explained that the company's most recent Job Index showed that there was a significant rise in demand for new workers in the manufacturing industry last month, which is sure to boost sales recruitment opportunities.

"The increase in manufacturing sector demand is particularly significant. Clearly while demand in the public sector falls back other areas are preparing for future growth, even though it is difficult to predict how robust this will be over the rest of the summer," Mr Warnes said.

Recently, Kevin Green, chief executive of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, said that the economic outlook is far more positive than at the start of the year, with companies likely to recruit in the near future.

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Audi's milestone could be good news for sales jobs

22 July 2010 15:59:00

One of Europe's most-respected car manufacturers has passed a major landmark after it recorded more than two million sales in a hard-to-crack marketplace.

The sale of an Audi A3 TDI to a customer in California saw the Germany car manufacturer pass the milestone and Audi America president Johan de Nysschen said the fact that the car was sold to a first-time buyer shows how far it has come.

"Audi started selling its very first cars, the Super 90 and 100, 40 years ago. With record sales this quarter, something tells us it will take far less than that amount of time to hit the next two million Audis," CarThrottle.com stated.

De Nysschen added that the company is planning to launch the redesigned A8 flagship in November, which could be good news for people in sales jobs trying to attract buyers.

Audi recently stated that its well-built, intelligent cars need to be driven intelligently in order for them to reach their optimum energy efficiency.

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Toyota hybrid could bolster manufacturing sales jobs

30 June 2010 15:55:00

One of the world's largest car manufacturers has chosen the UK as a base for the production of its new hybrid vehicle and has given a lift to British manufacturing in the process, according to one senior cabinet member.

The business secretary MP Vince Cable, who spoke at the official launch at the Burnaston plant in Derbyshire, said that the decision from the Japanese manufacturing giant shows that the UK is attractive to companies using sales recruitment.

"Toyota's decision to make Burnaston the only plant in the world to build the hybrid Auris is a strong endorsement of the UK as a manufacturing base for the future," he said.

Katsunori Kojima, managing director of Toyota Manufacturing UK added that the official start of production of the Auris Hybrid Synergy Drive is a proud moment for the company and will give salesmen and women another quality product to sell.

Another car manufacturer which has been providing new products recently is Land Rover which managed to post profits of £32 million after an impressive start to the year.

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BCC commits to helping British manufacturers

21 June 2010 15:31:07

One of the UK's largest business organisations has pledged to support British exporters and manufacturers from all over the country at a national conference.

David Frost, director general of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said that the organisation is searching for ways its members can provide support to UK exporters, and the measures could help to bolster manufacturing sales jobs in the future.

"This country has some hugely successful exporters, large and small, but we don’t have enough of them. A major role for Chambers of Commerce is to get more businesses first of all thinking about trading overseas, and then more importantly, being successful at it," he said.

The expert added that export potential in goods and services will form a key part of a rebalanced UK economy.

Neville Hill, an economist at Credit Suisse, recently told the Financial Times that the positive purchasing managers' index has shown the growth that the UK manufacturing and export sector has seen.

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Manufacturing sector keeps growing

02 June 2010 15:37:37

The UK's manufacturing sector continues to grow with the latest figures showing that it has expanded again after months of success, which has surprised some in the industry, according to an expert.

Neville Hill, an economist at Credit Suisse, told the Financial Times that the positive purchasing managers' index has caught some companies unaware as they attempt to deal with demand.

The positive figures could be great news for people searching for manufacturing sales jobs, as the number of appointments also grew for the second consecutive month, according to the publication.

Rob Dobson, economist at Markit, who produce the purchasing managers' index, added: "UK manufacturing maintained its blistering start to the second quarter. Although production remains well below pre-recession levels, the sector is now recovering its losses at a surprisingly rapid pace."

Wind energy could also help to bolster the UK's manufacturing industry as well, according to The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk, which said it is worth millions to the country's economy.

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Wind energy could help boost British manufacturing

21 May 2010 15:50:48

If Britain realises its potential as a world leader in wind energy then more jobs will be created and the economy will be stimulated, according to an expert.

A spokeswoman from The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk said that, at the moment, there is too much red tape in the way of the steps which are needed to make Britain the centre of European wind energy.

Manufacturing is one area where sales jobs could be affected if the UK realises its potential, but the spokesperson believes around £11 billion is needed per year to create the ideal energy environment.

"Undoubtedly, with more renewables being planned and implemented, a new set of skills and manufacturing opportunities come with it which, in turn, can only have a positive effect on the British economy," she said.

In March, the Index of Production report showed that manufacturing productivity increased and Ian McCafferty, chief economic advisor for the Confederation of British Industry, predicted this would continue for the coming months.

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Innovative manufacturing 'key area for Brits'

11 May 2010 17:21:02

The UK has a strong future in the field of innovative manufacturing, an expert has claimed.

Sahar Hashemi, business author, says that it is when crafting products which are unique that Britain really excels and urged the manufacturing industry to play to its undoubted strengths.

With a growth in manufacturing likely to lead to a rise in technical sales jobs, Ms Hashemi's confidence will be welcome news for jobseekers who have well-developed specialist skills.

Ms Hashemi added that innovation is one way in which the UK can differentiate itself from cheaper countries, emphasising quality and cutting-edge technology.

She said: "Where we can innovate is thinking of things that no one else does and building those. It will have to be manufacturing with an edge. We do things that people don't. That's where the opportunity is for us."

Her comments follow figures published by the Confederation of British Industry, which found that demand for goods produced by the country's small and medium-sized manufacturers is increasing both domestically and overseas.

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Caterpillar keeps climbing

06 May 2010 15:26:18

One of the UK's largest and well-known manufacturing firms is looking for more staff after a surge in sales and the relocation of some of its production.

Caterpillar, which is known for its plant vehicles, plans to recruit a further 300 workers to its Leicestershire base after production of one of its popular diggers was transferred to Britain from the US.

General manager Robert Droogleever revealed that around 80 per cent of the roles will be on the shop floor, while the remaining 20 per cent will be a mix of administerial and sales jobs.

David Sprason, a Conservative councillor in Desford, said: "It's great to see Caterpillar coming back after a deep recession."

Martin Traynor, managing director of Leicestershire Chamber of Commerce, told the Leicester Mercury that the new jobs are excellent news.

More manufacturers could be looking to fill sales jobs after the Chartered Institute for Purchasing and Supply revealed exporter confidence had reached its highest point since 1996 in April.

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Exporter confidence hits 15-year high

05 May 2010 15:57:04

The confidence of exporters in the UK has hit its highest point since 1996, according to figures from the Chartered Institute for Purchasing and Supply (Cips).

People searching for manufacturing and industrial sales jobs could be buoyed by the Cips report, which showed that its managers' index of sentiment on export orders in April had risen to 60.71 from a low of 38.12 in November 2008.

"The good news is there are already signs this is starting to happen as employment levels are slowly rising on the back of strained capacity and backlogs of work reported for the first time in over a decade," said David Noble, the chief executive at Cips.

He added that there could be more good news for the manufacturing industry, as companies begin to increase their investment and start to build capacity again.

One British manufacturing firm which could soon be looking for more sales staff is Dyson, which recently announced it was recruiting after the success of its bladeless fans.

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Banks must 'improve communication' with businesses

02 December 2009 10:11:57

Britain's banks need to improve their communication with managers of sales jobs if a return to normal lending conditions is to happen, according to the Institute of Directors (IoD).

Alexander Ehmann, head of parliamentary and regulatory affairs at the IoD, said that some of its members were still having problems accessing finance during the recession, but it is not as "widespread as some media commentary has made out".

"Banks are a little bit disengaged and a little bit distant. I think their communication will have to improve in order to see a return to absolute normality in terms of lending conditions," he added.

Mr Ehmann was commenting on new figures released by EEF, the manufacturer's organisation, which found increased positivity among its members towards credit conditions.

It showed that 32 per cent of firms reported an increase in the overall cost of finance, the lowest figure since the survey was first conducted at the end of 2007.

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Sales jobs to 'benefit from 2012 Olympic Games'

24 November 2009 10:03:17

Thousands of business openings will be created before, during and after London hosts the Olympic Games in 2012, according to an industry expert.

Sam Turvey, communications manager at the British Chambers of Commerce, said that there are huge procurement opportunities which really will count for its members.

"Certain businesses in particular areas of the country are going to do very well from the Olympics. There are opportunities in construction, security, transport, food, insurance and other services – that will present big rewards for British businesses," he added.

According to the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills, over a billion pounds worth of Olympic contracts are still up for grabs.

The official London 2012 press office also confirmed that small businesses are continuing to win the bulk of the work on offer, with 98 per cent of contracts going to UK companies.

It also confirmed that plans are running to schedule and within budget ahead of the opening in three year's time.

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Sales Recruitment: Labour helps to boost engineering sales jobs

18 September 2009 15:58:05

The government has invested £10 million into an automotive firm which plans to create electric-powered vehicles in the UK, which could be good news for people searching for sales jobs.

Tata Motors has received the funding as part of a scheme called the Automotive Assistance Programme which was set up to support a lower carbon future for the automotive industry in the UK.

Business secretary Lord Mandelson said: "The government is determined to help the car industry to exploit fully the opportunities offered by green manufacturing. Today we are backing Tata as Tata backs Britain."

He added that the loan is a "tangible demonstration" of its commitment to the development of low-carbon vehicles and to the reduction of carbon.

In other sales recruitment news, the home secretary Alan Johnson has recently announced plans to help ensure that British workers are given priority over foreign staff for any sales jobs which are advertised in the UK.

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Sales jobs: UK needs to follow Europe's lead on green energy

17 September 2009 16:00:21

The UK needs to play catch up when it comes to renewable energy, according to one expert whose views could give a boost to sales jobs.

John Barwise, chairman of the Cumbria Green Business Forum, said that investing in sustainable energy now will provide the UK with workers who can bring green fuel to future generations.

He said: "The UK now has to play catch-up... We desperately need to rebuild the UK's power industry and to invest now in training and skills, especially in new technologies."

The chairman added that at the moment a lot of renewable technology and skilled engineers come from overseas rather than being home grown.

Energy and Utility Skills council chief executive Tim Balcon recently said that the UK's energy industry needs to ensure its workforces are trained to respond to the changing demands of the progressing sector.

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Engineer sales jobs: MoD signs multi-million pound contracts

07 September 2009 15:55:01

People looking for engineering sales jobs could be encouraged by the news that the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed sub contracts worth around £52 million to complete two aircraft carriers.

The two Queen Elizabeth Class Future Aircraft Carriers are currently being completed in a dockyard in Rosyth and the work will need electronic equipment to be bought and installed.

Tony Graham, head of Capital Ships within the MoD's Defence Equipment & Support, said: "Our supply chain stretches the length and breadth of the UK, and as such we recognise that the build of these two important warships is a national endeavour of great consequence for jobs, skills and local pride."

The MoD added that recreation products such as TVs and washing machines will be brought in as well as highly sophisticated equipment which the MoD said will make the ships fit for the 21st century.

Engineering sales jobs were recently boosted by the RAF when it signed a multi-million pound deal with Panavia to look after Tornado GR4 aircraft until the end of their service life.

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Sales jobs: West Midlands is coping well in recession

04 September 2009 16:05:17

People looking for sales jobs in the West Midlands are in a region which is coping well during the economic downturn, according to one minister who praised the area's 'can do' spirit.

Energy and Climate Change minister Lord Hunt of Kings Heath said that the region is a good location for green industries and the sector is expected to grow by four per cent in the next year, which could be good news for sales jobs.

Lord Hunt said: "The West Midlands is already taking on the challenge of climate change. Its low carbon sector accounts for some £8.4 billion of the region's economy, comprising 4,179 companies with around 74,000 employees."

He added that as the UK advances as a powerful manufacturer in the green sector the West Midlands will play a key role.

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Engineering sales jobs boosted by RAF scheme

26 August 2009 06:35:21

The Royal Air Force (RAF) has agreed a multi-million pound contract with a maintenance firm which could help bolster engineering sales jobs in the UK.

Panavia won the £28 million contract to look after the Tornado GR4 aircraft, which the RAF said is still one of the "most capable ground attack platforms" within its arsenal.

Sales jobs could be boosted as the contract pans out over two phases, with Panavia responsible for ensuring aircraft fatigue is handled.

The company could eventually oversee £207 million worth of modifications to the planes if the second phase is put in motion.

The RAF stated: "Recent investments in state-of-the-art avionics, defensive aids, precision weapons and reconnaissance systems have ensured the aircraft remains a potent and flexible offensive air platform."

Meanwhile, people interviewing for sales jobs need to go the extra mile when preparing, according to Mount Juliet Jobs, which said being assertive and positive is essential if candidates want to impress.

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New loan fund gives boost to sales jobs

20 August 2009 15:48:35

More than £500,000 has been distributed to north-west businesses who are struggling to get commercial funding, which will bolster sales jobs in the region.

The Northwest Transitional Loan Fund (TLF), which is made up of funding from the European Regional Development Fund programme and the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA), has awarded £650,000 in its latest round of loans.

Seven companies have been awarded the money and include Wolfe Designs, Jaftextil Soft Furnishings and Siltint Industries.

Steven Broomhead, chief executive at the NWDA, said: "The agency is confident that by working with small to medium size businesses and providing a range of business finance solutions, we will ensure future business growth."

He added that the money is being distributed to companies that are true victims of the economic downturn and cannot progress because banks will not lend them funds.

The NWDA has recently collaborated with Japanese manufacturer Murata and Manchester University in a move which could eventually create sales jobs in the region.

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