Mark One Hire is an Essex based tool hire, equipment hire and powered access hire company. With high levels of investment in both staff and equipment, we provide an extensive range of reliable, up-to-date equipment and tools for hire as well as provide training services.
Our extensive range of tool hire equipment includes specialist divisions in Confined Space equipment and Floor Preparation tools and equipment.
We have four hire centres based in Southend, Rayleigh, Chelmsford and Basildon with fully equipped workshops, staffed by qualified mechanics. A separate powered access division with five HGV trucks and a fleet of delivery vehicles allowing us to deliver tool hire equipment to sites in Essex, London, Kent and most of the South East.
Role Summary
We are looking for a hands-on Manager to take full cradle-to-grave ownership of our equipment fleet and consumables. Unlike traditional procurement roles, this position has no set budget but carries the expectation of delivering hard cost savings through strategic negotiation and logistical efficiency.
You will bridge the gap between depot operations and procurement. You are the gatekeeper of pricing, supplier relationships, and asset lifecycle management. In 2026, your primary mission is to reduce expenditure through optimized stock holdings.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
- Sourcing: Identify and onboard suppliers for tools, plant equipment, spare parts, and consumables to ensure "best products" are secured.
- Negotiation: Lead commercial negotiations on purchase prices and delivery terms to protect company profits.
- Market Awareness: Continuously monitor industry trends, competitor strategies, and customer demands to identify risks and opportunities for cost savings.
2. Total Asset Lifecycle Management (Cradle to Grave)
- Birth (Fleeting): Input all equipment onto Excel, Syrinx, and all relevant systems. Assign plant numbers and "fleet" all equipment.
- Life: Set up system reminders for certifications, service dates, and maintenance. Monitor equipment lifecycle and condition to ensure operational uptime. Update price books and pricing structures.
- Death (Disposal): Manage the decommissioning process including de-numbering, de-stickering, and arranging third-party disposal. "Sell ex-fleet" and make units available for sale.
3. Inventory & Logistics Optimization (2026 Focus)
- Expenditure Reduction: Achieve 2026 cost saving targets specifically by limiting depot transfers/runs. Ensure depots have sufficient stock to operate autonomously.
- Demand Forecasting: Watch customer demands and work with depot/workshop managers to predict stock needs for new kit to limit breakdowns and costs.
- New Equipment: Source new kit strategically to reduce mechanical breakdowns and long-term repair costs.
4. Commercial & Data Administration
- Pricing: Create pricing structures, adjust price lists, manage distribution, and set up new customer groups.
- Data Analysis: Analyse fleet data to inform purchasing decisions and identify slow-moving stock.
- Compliance: Ensure all purchases meet safety, health, and environmental standards (ISO 9001/H&S).
5. Cross-Departmental & Depot Support
- Liaison: Attend regular meetings and liaise directly with Depot Managers to understand equipment pain points.
- Internal Support: Help other departments troubleshoot equipment they have bought independently.
- Distribution: Manage the sourcing and physical/logistical distribution of consumables to depots.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Cost Savings: Reduction in total expenditure.
- Fleet Availability: Reduction in downtime caused by lack of stock or breakdowns.
- Supplier Performance: Vendor reliability, lead times, and product quality scores.
- Disposal Efficiency: Speed of de-stickering, de-numbering, and selling ex-fleet assets.
- Inventory Accuracy: Integrity of data in Excel and Syrinx.
Qualifications & Person Specification
- Experience: Proven track record in tool hire or fleet management.
- Technical Skills: Highly proficient in Excel (essential).
Pay: £35,000.00-£42,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person
