MCCORMICK UK LIMITED

Consumer Science & Sensory Manager Haddenham (Oxfordshire), UK In this role, youll lead the future of flavour by driving the EMEA Consumer Science & Sensory (CS&S) strategy and shaping consumer-led insights into innovative product design in close collaboration with Product Development. As the voice of the consumer, youll ensure every product experience sparks innovation and influences key business decisions across the organisation. Key Responsibilities 1. Lead Consumer Science & Sensory Strategy and Execution Define and implement the CS&S strategy for EMEA Consumer Innovation, Renovation, and Integrity projects. Design and deliver sensory and consumer research programmes that guide product development from concept to shelf life. Translate insights into actionable recommendations, integrating CS&S findings with Consumer Marketing Insights to drive consumer-led decision-making. 2. Lead and Develop the CS&S Team Manage and coach the Sensory Panel Manager, ensuring robust panel operations, training, and data integrity. Foster a high-performance culture through clear goal setting, feedback, and professional development. Prioritise and allocate resources effectively to meet business needs across EMEA Consumer and Flavour Solutions units. 3. Build and Strengthen CS&S Capabilities Across EMEA Develop and align sensory processes, tools, and training across EMEA to build regional capability and consistency. Drive adoption of agile, cost-effective research methods to support business objectives. Collaborate with global and regional sensory teams to share best practices and enhance functional excellence. Candidate Profile Demonstrable experience in FMCG (Food & Drink) in a Consumer Science & Sensory role, ideally supported with people management experience. Strong, proven track record of successful leadership and delivery of consumer science & sensory research projects, strong statistical analysis and data interpretation skills. Experience working directly with onsite sensory panels, sensory scientists and product development in consumer brands. Successful track record of partnering with cross-functional R&D, marketing and insights teams to support and deliver strategic business growth. Strong presentation skills, experience of leading stakeholder/customer presentations and/or training. Operational and strategic experience gained in a multi-cultural, multi-site and matrix working environment. Degree-level qualification in a sensory/technical/food-related discipline. Strong communication, influencing, and interpersonal skills; effective team player. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). COMPANY At McCormick, we bring our passion for flavor to work each day. We encourage growth, respect everyone's contributions and do what's right for our business, our people, our communities and our planet.Join us on our quest to make every meal and moment better. Founded in Baltimore, MD in 1889 in a room and a cellar by 25-year-old Willoughby McCormick with three employees, McCormick is a global leader in flavour. With over 14,000 employees around the world and more than $6 Billion in annual sales., the Company manufactures, markets and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavourful products to the entire food industry, retail outlets, food manufactures, food service businesses and consumers. While our global headquarters are in the Baltimore, Maryland, USA area, McCormick operates and serves customers from nearly 50 locations in 27 countries and 135 markets in Asia-Pacific, China, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and the Americas, including North, South and Central America with recognized brands including Schwartz. At McCormick, we have over a 100-year legacy based on our Power of People principle.This principle fosters an unusually dedicated workforce requiring a culture of respect, recognition, inclusion and collaboration based on the highest ethical values. Agencies: McCormick as needed will work with external recruitment vendors through our Agency Portal. Unless previously contacted, McCormick does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies. McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies. JBRP1_UKTJ

Consumer Science & Sensory Manager Haddenham (Oxfordshire), UK In this role, youll lead the future of flavour by driving the EMEA Consumer Science & Sensory (CS&S) strategy and shaping consumer-led insights into innovative product design in close collaboration with Product Development click apply for full job details

Field Support Merchandiser - West Midlands Salary: £25,936.20 + Company Van vehicle which is available for personal use, fuel card provided with claimable rate in line with pump costs + up to £800 per annum potential execution bonus paid quarterly. Tax-free expense allowance: £520pa in addition to salary Type of contract: Permanent Schwartz is currently looking for a full-time Field Support Merchandiser to cover West Midlands and South Wales with the possible requirement to travel more widely and work away from home. Working 40-hrs each week Monday - Saturday (with Wednesday off) this role allows for some flexibility, especially with start time. No Sunday work scheduled, only required at Christmas and double time is then paid. Some staying away from home is a requirement of this role however when working away days will be Monday to Friday. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and manage store contact relationships within the major supermarkets such as Tesco, ASDA and Morrisons. Use technology to maintain availability and record great execution in store. Collect and deliver stock to stores each day to ensure 100% availability of product on shelf and compliance to store plans. Take full responsibility for maintaining store records including inventory. Support when required other brands in the McCormick family. CANDIDATE PROFILE Full UK driving license (essential), the right to work in the UK and a have a UK bank account. Fluent in English. Be able to work unsupervised and manage their own time to meet the required deadline. Be prepared to stay away from home when required (accommodation and meal expenses covered). Have a positive "can-do approach" managing relationships and expectations in stores. Enjoy being out on the road and working independently. Work as part of a wider team sharing ideas and good practice to drive business success. Put the customers' needs at the centre of everything they do. Be confident with using technology. Enjoy the physical elements of this role. Previous merchandising, retail or hospitality (e.g. bar staff, waiting staff) experience is seen as an asset. WHAT WE OFFER Base salary: £25,936.20 per annum. Fully expensed van (the vehicle can be used for personal use). Fuel card with claimable rate in line with pump costs. Tax-free expense allowance: £520 per annum in addition to base salary. Permanent contract. Company pension. 28 days holiday per annum. 4 x flexible Saturdays per annum. Ongoing professional development. SimplyHealth Cash Plan - This benefit gives you access to a 24/7/365 GP and allows you to claim back on everyday health expenses including: £250 on tests and scans; £150 on seeing a chiropractor, osteopath, physiotherapist, or acupuncturist; £60 on everyday dental treatment e.g. hygienist, fillings; £60 on eye tests, glasses, and lenses; £15 on prescriptions At McCormick, we bring our passion for flavor to work each day. We encourage growth, respect everyone's contributions and do what's right for our business, our people, our communities and our planet. Join us on our quest to make every meal and moment better. Founded in Baltimore, MD in 1889 in a room and a cellar by 25-year-old Willoughby McCormick with three employees, McCormick is a global leader in flavour. With employees around the world and more than $6 Billion in annual sales., the Company manufactures, markets and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavourful products to the entire food industry, retail outlets, food manufactures, food service businesses and consumers. While our global headquarters are in the Baltimore, Maryland, USA area, McCormick operates and serves customers from nearly 65 locations in 29 countries in Asia-Pacific, China, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and the Americas, including North, South and Central America with recognized brands Schwartz, Red Hot, Cholula, Frank's. At McCormick, we have over a 100-year legacy based on our "Power of People" principle. This principle fosters an unusually dedicated workforce requiring a culture of respect, recognition, inclusion and collaboration based on the highest ethical values. McCormick is an EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer.

Sensory & Consumer Science Manager Location: Haddenham or Peterborough, UK JOB DESCRIPTION Support product development from brief to completion by providing key sensory and consumer science inputs used during the lifecycle of projects Provide strategic research advice to stakeholders to best meet business needs Compile scientific sensory reports on objective(s), methodologies and results Interpret resul. . click apply for full job details

Plant Director Haddenham, UK Reporting to the Director EMEA Flavour Solutions Operations & Supply Chain, the role will be responsible for Leading and Developing the plant. Scope of responsibility within manufacturing includes health & safety, production, material/inventory control planning & scheduling, engineering and leadership of major projects, with around 120 employees overall. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: - Lead and develop the Haddenham Site Operations teams to deliver business goals from a Safety, Quality, People, Service and Cost perspective. - Continue to develop a positive, empowered Safety and Quality Culture on Site - Lead the Journey To Excellence Programme to develop a Continuous Improvement Culture - Develop and implement a three-year strategic plan, mobilizing resources to translate vision into action. - Build strong relationships with Marketing, Engineering, Commercial, and R&D teams to understand business challenges and align operations with cost and efficiency objectives. - Participate actively in the S&OP process to deliver superior cost, efficiency, and service performance. - Manage working capital levels in line with business needs and commitments. - Support commercial units through transformation, innovation, and service improvement initiatives. - Lead a behavioural safety culture and, in collaboration with the EMEA HSE Manager, develop and deliver a three-year safety roadmap for the site. - Ensure compliance with global and regional quality and food safety standards (AIB, BRC, EFSIS, ISO14001, etc.). - Develop and deliver operational budget performance and COGS ownership, reporting results through agreed business KPIs. - Identify and execute capital expenditure and cost optimization projects. - Champion continuous improvement initiatives, including lean manufacturing, TPM, and CCI programs aligned with EMEA and Global strategies. - Identify and implement cost improvement projects across manufacturing and distribution. - Lead talent development, succession planning, and performance management in partnership with HR Business Partners. - Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion and foster a culture of high employee engagement. CANDIDATE PROFILE - Graduate in Food Technology, Engineering, Science, or Supply Chain Logistics. - Extensive experience in food manufacturing operations within international FMCG environments. - Experience working within a range of business cultures; international assignment is a plus. - Previous multi-country operating experience is a plus. - Inspiring leader able to motivate, develop, and engage diverse teams. - At ease to navigate in matrix organization and customer visits - Experience leading major transformation projects (e.g. plant construction, SAP implementation, acquisitions) is a plus. - Strong background in TPM and continuous improvement methodologies. - Experience working with Unions or Works Councils on significant organizational changes is a plus. - Strategic thinker with strong business and financial acumen. - Results-driven and self-managed, with a hands-on approach. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to influence at all levels. - Flexible and adaptable, capable of balancing strategic and operational priorities. - Commercially focused, with proven ability to deliver performance through collaboration and innovation. - Strong cultural awareness and ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment. TO APPLY Agencies: McCormick as needed will work with external recruitment vendors through our Agency Portal. Unless previously contacted, McCormick does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies. McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.

Sensory & Consumer Science Manager Location: Haddenham or Peterborough, UK JOB DESCRIPTION Support product development from brief to completion by providing key sensory and consumer science inputs used during the lifecycle of projects Provide strategic research advice to stakeholders to best meet business needs Compile scientific sensory reports on objective(s), methodologies and results Interpret resul

Sensory & Consumer Science Manager Location: Haddenham or Peterborough, UK JOB DESCRIPTION Support product development from brief to completion by providing key sensory and consumer science inputs used during the lifecycle of projects Provide strategic research advice to stakeholders to best meet business needs Compile scientific sensory reports on objective(s), methodologies and results Interpret results and present in appropriate format to stakeholders and provide recommendations Work in close collaboration with quality teams in UK sites Drive operational and strategic plans (e.g. roadmaps) with key Business Units Advise on correct methodologies to meet objectives to internal and external customers Compile scientific proposals as per customer request/proactively Promote the Sensory & Consumer Science and Customer Centricity internally and externally Gather and analyse sensory information according to recognised international standards Drive growth of faster, more affordable research methods Line-Manage a team of Sensory & Consumer Scientists and Analysts in the UK to ensure best practices are applied throughout the region and aligned with Sensory & Consumer Science Community of Practice (both EMEA and Global) Continuous maintenance of knowledge regarding Sensory and Consumer Science Manage the prioritisation of scheduling projects Drive Sensory trainings and awareness sessions as needed CANDIDATE PROFILE: Demonstrable experience in sensory & consumer science, withexperience as a Sensory & Consumer Scientist role or similar. A minimum of a Bachelors degree in an appropriate field. Experience in managing a team of sensory and consumer scientists would be advantageous alternatively demonstrable experience in mentoring others and enabling their performance and development would be considered. Experience of leading customer and stakeholder presentations, training and practical sessissions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including effective influencing and interpersonal skills. Strong people skills and team player. Fully operational in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) suite and in the use of sensory and consumer software packages. COMPANY At McCormick, we bring our passion for flavor to work each day. We encourage growth, respect everyone's contributions and do what's right for our business, our people, our communities and our planet. Join us on our quest to make every meal and moment better. Founded in Baltimore, MD in 1889 in a room and a cellar by 25-year-old Willoughby McCormick with three employees, McCormick is a global leader in flavour. With over 14,000 employees around the world and more than $6 Billion in annual sales., the Company manufactures, markets and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavourful products to the entire food industry, retail outlets, food manufactures, food service businesses and consumers. While our global headquarters are in the Baltimore, Maryland, USA area, McCormick operates and serves customers from nearly 50 locations in 27 countries and 135 markets in Asia-Pacific, China, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and the Americas, including North, South and Central America with recognized brands including Schwartz. At McCormick, we have over a 100-year legacy based on our Power of People principle. This principle fosters an unusually dedicated workforce requiring a culture of respect, recognition, inclusion and collaboration based on the highest ethical values. Agencies:McCormick as needed will work with external recruitment vendors through our Agency Portal. Unless previously contacted, McCormick does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies. McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies. JBRP1_UKTJ