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Are you looking to build your finance career within a global, fast-paced business? We're recruiting an Assistant Accountant to join Monster Energy's EMEA Finance team. This is a great opportunity for someone with some finance experience who is looking to take the next step and develop their accounting career. The Role You'll support the Finance Manager and wider team across a range of accounting, reporting and compliance activities. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting monthly, quarterly and year-end close processes Preparing and analysing financial information for annual accounts Completing balance sheet and bank reconciliations Supporting external audits and financial reporting Assisting with tax and statutory accounting requirements Supporting ad-hoc projects, including accruals, prepayments and banking What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who is early in their finance career, with some existing accounting experience and a real desire to learn and develop. You'll ideally have: Part-qualified status or be working towards a professional accounting qualification Previous experience within a finance or accounting environment Good Excel skills Strong attention to detail and organisational skills A positive, hands-on approach and willingness to get stuck in Experience with SAP or within an FMCG or multinational environment would be a bonus, but isn't essential. If you're looking for an opportunity to build on your experience and develop your career with one of the world's leading energy drink brands, we'd love to hear from you!

Customer Relationship Manager Resales London Up to £50,000 + Bonus We re partnering with a growing business within the specialist whisky industry. They re now looking for a Customer Relationship Manager to join their developing resale division, managing customer relationships and supporting the resale of whisky casks. This is a unique opportunity for a commercially minded relationship professional who enjoys working with customers, understanding market dynamics and providing informed advice. You'll take ownership of the resale journey, from initial enquiry through to completion, helping customers navigate valuations, market conditions and resale opportunities. This role would suit someone who combines strong relationship management skills with commercial awareness, confidence handling challenging conversations and a genuine interest in delivering positive customer outcomes. Responsibilities will include: Managing customer relationships and acting as the primary point of contact for customers looking to resell their whisky casks Building trusted relationships through clear, honest and professional communication Managing resale enquiries from initial contact through to successful completion Researching market conditions, trading activity and pricing trends to support cask valuations Assessing resale opportunities and providing realistic valuation recommendations based on market evidence Explaining valuations, market movements and potential returns to customers, managing expectations where necessary Handling sensitive conversations, resolving concerns and managing customer objections professionally Working closely with internal sales, buying and operations teams to progress transactions Maintaining accurate customer records, monitoring resale activity and proactively resolving any issues Identifying opportunities to improve customer experience, internal processes and the overall resale function About You: Previous experience in across drinks, ideally Whiskey or Wine is desirable Previous experience in account management, customer relationship management, customer success or a similar customer-facing commercial role Strong relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility Commercially minded with sound judgement and the confidence to balance customer expectations with business objectives Confident handling challenging conversations, managing objections and resolving customer concerns Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple customer relationships Proactive, accountable and comfortable taking ownership of customer outcomes Confident using Excel, CRM systems and business software If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, we'd love to hear from you! The Advocate Group is a leading search and selection business providing top talent to the consumer products sector. If you're interested in finding out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career, then please contact us today. Please get in touch with Roxy Gadd or click "Apply Now" to be considered for this vacancy.

Inventory & Commercial Merchandiser London Up to £55,000 We re partnering with an established and growing business within the premium spirits industry. They re now looking for an Inventory & Commercial Merchandiser to take ownership of stock optimisation, commercial pricing and inventory planning across an extensive portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity for an analytical and commercially minded professional who enjoys working with data, identifying opportunities to improve profitability and influencing purchasing and sales decisions. You'll play a key role in connecting buying, sales and operations, helping to shape inventory strategy and drive commercial performance. Responsibilities will include: Managing and monitoring inventory across multiple systems and warehouse locations, ensuring accurate stock records and valuations Analysing stock performance, identifying slow-moving, ageing or commercially unviable inventory and recommending strategies to improve stock rotation Developing and maintaining pricing matrices, taking into account market trends, product demand, valuations and margin targets Supporting purchasing decisions, stock forecasting and identifying gaps or opportunities within the existing portfolio Working closely with the sales team to prepare tailored stock lists, customer offers and commercial presentations Managing stock allocations across different sales channels and customer groups Coordinating stock movements, transfers and logistics with suppliers, warehouses and external partners Producing inventory and commercial performance reports, translating data into actionable recommendations Working collaboratively with buying, sales and operations teams to improve processes and overall business performance About You: Previous experience in across drinks, ideally Whiskey or Wine Previous experience in an inventory, merchandising, stock planning or commercial analysis role Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel or Google Sheets experience, including pivot tables, complex formulas and data modelling Experience managing inventory, pricing, forecasting or stock optimisation Commercially minded with an understanding of margins, profitability and market dynamics Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities Confident communicating data insights and making recommendations to stakeholders Proactive, solutions-focused and comfortable working across different teams Experience within the drinks, spirits, luxury goods, wholesale or commodities sectors would be advantageous If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, we'd love to hear from you! The Advocate Group is a leading search and selection business providing top talent to the consumer products sector. If you're interested in finding out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career, then please contact us today. Please get in touch with Roxy Gadd or click "Apply Now" to be considered for this vacancy.

Trade Development Manager - Convenience Own the territory. Win the space. Bleed Green. The Advocate Group are proud to be exclusively partnering with Monster Energy as the brand continues its next wave of explosive growth across the UK. This isn t a visit store and take an order role. This is about impact. You ll take your patch and turn it into a Monster stronghold, driving range, space, availability, visibility and activation across the convenience channel. You ll be the person who makes the brand unmissable on your territory. The role You ll run your area like your own business from stock management to spotting opportunities, building relationships and delivering against clear targets. Increasing facings and availability Increasing range offerings in-store Creating standout in-store execution with POS and secondary displays Bringing promotions to life to drive rate of sale Feeding back real-time market insight Managing activity and reporting in line with company standards A fast-paced, high-activity field role where resilience, ownership and consistency are everything and where you see the results of your work in-store every day. Who this suits FMCG / field sales looking for a bigger brand and real autonomy OR Retail, convenience, hospitality and ready to step into your first sales role You ll bring: Relentless energy and a competitive mindset Strong relationship-building and persuasive selling skills The confidence to work independently and own your numbers Resilience and a solution-focused attitude A full UK driving licence & comfortable driving VW Transporter If you want a role where you re out in the market, building something that s visibly yours, and where performance opens the door to genuine progression, this is your chance to get in, stand out and grow with one of the most disruptive brands in FMCG. Apply now and take ownership of your territory. The Advocate Group is the exclusive talent partner for Monster Energy. All direct or third party applicants will be forwarded to The Advocate Group for processing.

Trade Development Manager - Convenience Own the territory. Win the space. Bleed Green. The Advocate Group are proud to be exclusively partnering with Monster Energy as the brand continues its next wave of explosive growth across the UK. This isn t a visit store and take an order role. This is about impact. You ll take your patch and turn it into a Monster stronghold, driving range, space, availability, visibility and activation across the convenience channel. You ll be the person who makes the brand unmissable on your territory. The role You ll run your area like your own business from stock management to spotting opportunities, building relationships and delivering against clear targets. Increasing facings and availability Increasing range offerings in-store Creating standout in-store execution with POS and secondary displays Bringing promotions to life to drive rate of sale Feeding back real-time market insight Managing activity and reporting in line with company standards A fast-paced, high-activity field role where resilience, ownership and consistency are everything and where you see the results of your work in-store every day. Who this suits FMCG / field sales looking for a bigger brand and real autonomy OR Retail, convenience, hospitality and ready to step into your first sales role You ll bring: Relentless energy and a competitive mindset Strong relationship-building and persuasive selling skills The confidence to work independently and own your numbers Resilience and a solution-focused attitude A full UK driving licence & comfortable driving VW Transporter If you want a role where you re out in the market, building something that s visibly yours, and where performance opens the door to genuine progression, this is your chance to get in, stand out and grow with one of the most disruptive brands in FMCG. Apply now and take ownership of your territory. The Advocate Group is the exclusive talent partner for Monster Energy. All direct or third party applicants will be forwarded to The Advocate Group for processing.

The Advocate Group are proud to be partnering with Ariat in their search for a Customer Service Specialist to support their growing European business and deliver an exceptional customer experience to their B2B retail partners. Founded on innovation, performance and quality, Ariat has built a strong international reputation across equestrian, outdoor and lifestyle markets. This is an exciting opportunity to join a globally recognised brand, working closely with customers and internal teams to ensure a seamless order journey and best-in-class customer service. The Role Manage the end-to-end customer order process across multiple systems, ensuring orders are processed accurately and efficiently. Build strong relationships with B2B retailers and Key Accounts, acting as a key point of contact for a defined region. Work closely with Area Managers, Finance, Product and Warehousing and Logistics teams to deliver an exceptional customer experience. Manage and monitor the customer order book, maximising timely shipments and proactively communicating stock availability and delivery updates. Respond to customer enquiries relating to product specifications, availability and order placement via phone, email and ticketing systems. Manage and resolve post-order queries relating to payments, shipping, stock allocation, invoicing and deliveries. Support customers throughout the ordering process, providing guidance and resolving any issues that may arise. Carry out daily order checks across ordering and back-office systems, identifying and addressing potential processing issues. Work towards agreed KPIs, maintaining high standards of accuracy, productivity and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with the wider Customer Service team, supporting colleagues and contributing to continuous improvements across the function. About You Previous experience in a customer service or customer support role, ideally within a B2B, retail or wholesale environment. Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and building strong, long-term customer relationships. Confident communicating with customers and internal stakeholders across different departments. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Highly organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities effectively. A positive, team-oriented approach with the ability to work collaboratively and independently. Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and confidence using multiple systems. Experience with Salesforce Service Cloud would be advantageous. Previous experience using SAP would also be beneficial. Able to use initiative, make sound decisions and take ownership of customer queries through to resolution. At Ariat, success is built on five core values that shape the way people work, collaborate and grow together: Innovation: Embracing new ideas, challenging the status quo and finding better ways of working. Integrity: Acting with honesty, accountability and consistency to build trust. Quality: Taking pride in your work and striving for the highest standards. Respect: Communicating openly, valuing different perspectives and treating others thoughtfully. Teamwork: Supporting one another, sharing knowledge and contributing to a positive, collaborative team culture. If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I d love to speak to you! Find out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career contact us today. Email: (url removed) Phone: (phone number removed) We look forward to your application for this exciting opportunity. The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy .

OWN THE TERRITORY. WIN THE SPACE. UNLEASH THE BEAST. Can you walk into an independent retailer, start a conversation and walk back out having won more space? Do you have the energy to build a territory street by street, store by store and shelf by shelf? Want to represent one of the most recognisable and disruptive brands in the world? The Advocate Group is proud to be the exclusive talent partner for Monster Energy, supporting the continued growth of its GB field sales team. For more than 20 years, Monster has been disrupting the beverage industry. Today, the Monster family spans 6,000+ people across 70+ countries, 17 energy drink brands, products sold in 150+ countries and territories and 500+ global ambassadors. But Monster has never been built like a conventional drinks company. The brand lives through its fans and the worlds they care about, from motorsport and action sports to gaming, music and culture. Monster describes its approach as supporting the scene, its athletes, bands and fans rather than relying on conventional advertising. Now we're looking for the people who can bring that same energy into stores across the UK. THIS ISN'T A "VISIT THE STORE AND TAKE AN ORDER" ROLE. As a Trade Development Manager, you'll take ownership of your territory and turn it into a Monster stronghold. You'll be out in the market every day, building relationships with independent retailers, opening new accounts and creating more opportunities for Monster to be ranged, chilled, visible and sold. More doors. More range. More facings. More space. Better execution. You'll work alongside Monster's bottling partner while becoming the face of Monster to independent retailers across your patch. The objective is simple: make Monster impossible to miss. OWN YOUR PATCH This is your territory, and you'll be expected to run it like your own business. You'll identify where the biggest opportunities are, build a call plan that maximises impact and take responsibility for delivering the numbers. That means: Winning new independent customers and expanding Monster's distribution. Increasing range, facings and chilled availability across your territory. Negotiating additional space and secondary sitings then defending them and growing them. Bringing promotions to life and ensuring they're executed properly in-store. Using POS, chillers and secondary displays to make Monster unmissable. Building genuine commercial relationships with retailers so they value your advice and take your call. Working collaboratively with Monster's bottling partner teams to deliver shared objectives. Understanding the commercial levers behind a sale rate of sale, margin, promotional mechanics and forecasts. Feeding back competitor and market intelligence that helps shape wider commercial decisions. Managing your stock, kit, reporting and territory spend with the same ownership you'd expect if it were your own business. CAN YOU SELL? We're interested in selling ability, attitude and potential, not just whether you've already worked for an FMCG brand. You might already be working in field sales, FMCG or convenience and want the opportunity to represent a bigger brand with genuine ownership of your territory. Or you might come from retail, convenience, hospitality or another sales or customer-facing environment where you've learned how to influence people, handle objections and get a result. What matters is what happens when someone tells you no. Can you understand the objection? Build the commercial case? Negotiate rather than simply concede? And turn that conversation into a result? If you can, Monster can teach you the category, customers and kit. WHAT YOU'LL NEED A full UK manual driving licence is essential you'll be field-based and driving a company-provided, Transit-sized manual vehicle. You'll also need to be comfortable working independently, managing a busy territory and speaking to retailers every day. Previous field sales, FMCG or convenience experience is an advantage, but it isn't essential. We're looking for people with the energy, resilience, organisation and commercial instinct to make things happen. As this territory covers Central & East Lancashire, you'll need to be based within easy commuting distance of Preston, Chorley, Blackburn and Burnley, and be comfortable spending your working week being out in trade. READY TO OWN IT? Apply now and Unleash the Beast. Own the territory. Win the space. Bleed Green. The Advocate Group is the exclusive talent partner for Monster Energy. All direct or third-party applications will be forwarded to The Advocate Group for processing.

Ready to take ownership, challenge the status quo and make an impact on a global scale? We're looking for a Demand Planner to join Monster Energy's EMEA Operations team, playing a key role in keeping our products moving across a diverse portfolio of markets. This is more than just forecasting. It's about turning data into action, building relationships that drive results and ensuring we're always one step ahead of demand. If you're commercially minded, thrive in a fast-paced environment and aren't afraid to take ownership, this could be your next move. THE ROLE Reporting into the Demand Planning Manager, you'll take ownership of demand forecasting across approximately five to six markets, working closely with commercial teams, distribution partners and wider supply chain functions. Your responsibilities will include: Own the Forecast: Maintain accurate demand forecasts within SAP IBP, ensuring the latest market intelligence and customer requirements are reflected across a three-year planning horizon. Drive Demand Reviews: Lead monthly demand review meetings with commercial teams and customers, challenging assumptions and ensuring alignment across the business. Analyse Performance: Monitor forecast accuracy and key planning KPIs, identifying trends, investigating variances and proactively escalating risks. Manage Stakeholders: Build strong relationships with internal teams and external partners, ensuring clear communication and collaboration across markets. Protect Product Availability: Identify potential stock-out risks, slow-moving inventory and obsolete stock, working cross-functionally to develop solutions. Support Business Growth: Partner with NPD, supply planning and commercial teams to support new product launches, market changes and evolving customer demand. Drive Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the development of forecasting processes, planning systems and the wider S&OP agenda. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR We're after someone who combines strong analytical capability with the confidence to influence, challenge and engage stakeholders. You'll ideally bring: At least two years' experience in demand planning, preferably within FMCG or a similarly fast-paced consumer-facing environment. A solid understanding of demand planning principles, forecasting methodologies and key performance indicators. Experience working with SAP IBP, SAP APO or another demand planning system. SAP IBP would be advantageous but isn't essential. Strong Excel skills and the ability to interpret complex data, identify trends and communicate meaningful insights. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the confidence to lead discussions and challenge forecast assumptions. Experience working cross-functionally with commercial, supply chain and customer-facing teams. A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to identify issues, take ownership and escalate where necessary. The adaptability to manage competing priorities and operate effectively in a changing, international environment. Above all, you'll be someone who takes ownership, builds relationships and isn't afraid to challenge the status quo. THINK BIGGER. MOVE FASTER. MAKE IT HAPPEN. If you're an experienced Demand Planner ready to bring your energy, expertise and ambition to Monster Energy, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch with Vic at The Advocate Group for a confidential conversation. The Advocate Group is the exclusive talent partner for Monster Energy. All direct or third-party applications will be forwarded to The Advocate Group for processing.

OWN THE TERRITORY. WIN THE SPACE. UNLEASH THE BEAST. Can you walk into an independent retailer, start a conversation and walk back out having won more space? Do you have the energy to build a territory street by street, store by store and shelf by shelf? Want to represent one of the most recognisable and disruptive brands in the world? The Advocate Group is proud to be the exclusive talent partner for Monster Energy , supporting the continued growth of its GB field sales team. For more than 20 years, Monster has been disrupting the beverage industry. Today, the Monster family spans 6,000+ people across 70+ countries, 17 energy drink brands, products sold in 150+ countries and territories and 500+ global ambassadors. But Monster has never been built like a conventional drinks company. The brand lives through its fans and the worlds they care about, from motorsport and action sports to gaming, music and culture. Monster describes its approach as supporting the scene, its athletes, bands and fans rather than relying on conventional advertising. Now we're looking for the people who can bring that same energy into stores across Central & East Lancashire . THIS ISN'T A "VISIT THE STORE AND TAKE AN ORDER" ROLE. As a Trade Development Manager, you'll take ownership of your territory and turn it into a Monster stronghold. You'll be out in the market every day, building relationships with independent retailers, opening new accounts and creating more opportunities for Monster to be ranged, chilled, visible and sold. More doors. More range. More facings. More space. Better execution. You'll work alongside Monster's bottling partner while becoming the face of Monster to independent retailers across your patch. The objective is simple: make Monster impossible to miss. OWN YOUR PATCH This is your territory, and you'll be expected to run it like your own business. You'll identify where the biggest opportunities are, build a call plan that maximises impact and take responsibility for delivering the numbers. That means: Winning new independent customers and expanding Monster's distribution. Increasing range, facings and chilled availability across your territory. Negotiating additional space and secondary sitings then defending them and growing them. Bringing promotions to life and ensuring they're executed properly in-store. Using POS, chillers and secondary displays to make Monster unmissable. Building genuine commercial relationships with retailers so they value your advice and take your call. Working collaboratively with Monster's bottling partner teams to deliver shared objectives. Understanding the commercial levers behind a sale rate of sale, margin, promotional mechanics and forecasts. Feeding back competitor and market intelligence that helps shape wider commercial decisions. Managing your stock, kit, reporting and territory spend with the same ownership you'd expect if it were your own business. CAN YOU SELL? We're interested in selling ability, attitude and potential, not just whether you've already worked for an FMCG brand. You might already be working in field sales, FMCG or convenience and want the opportunity to represent a bigger brand with genuine ownership of your territory. Or you might come from retail, convenience, hospitality or another sales or customer-facing environment where you've learned how to influence people, handle objections and get a result. What matters is what happens when someone tells you no. Can you understand the objection? Build the commercial case? Negotiate rather than simply concede? And turn that conversation into a result? If you can, Monster can teach you the category, customers and kit. WHAT YOU'LL NEED A full UK manual driving licence is essential you'll be field-based and driving a company-provided, Transit-sized manual vehicle. You'll also need to be comfortable working independently, managing a busy territory and speaking to retailers every day. Previous field sales, FMCG or convenience experience is an advantage, but it isn't essential. We're looking for people with the energy, resilience, organisation and commercial instinct to make things happen. As this territory covers Central & East Lancashire, you'll need to be based within easy commuting distance of Preston, Chorley, Blackburn and Burnley, and be comfortable spending your working week being out in trade. READY TO OWN IT? Apply now and Unleash the Beast. Own the territory. Win the space. Bleed Green. The Advocate Group is the exclusive talent partner for Monster Energy. All direct or third-party applications will be forwarded to The Advocate Group for processing.

Key Account Manager On Trade London Up to £50,000 + Travel Allowance + Bonus We re partnering with a leading drinks brand going through exceptional growth. They re now looking for a Key Account Manager to manage key premium groups and prospect new potential opportunities in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading portfolio of premium spirits and soft drinks brands. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded sales professional who thrives on building lasting customer relationships and bringing premium brands to life in the hospitality sector. Responsibilities will include: Managing a portfolio of key premium On Trade groups across London Driving distribution, visibility, activation and volume growth across the brand portfolio Building profitable commercial partnerships and negotiating customer agreements, with full responsibilities of JBP s and P&L Securing house pour, cocktail listings and premium visibility in flagship venues Delivering engaging brand activations, sampling initiatives and perfect serve executions Identifying new business opportunities through networking and developing relationships across the industry Creating and maintaining detailed account plans and effectively managing your sales territory Working collaboratively with internal sales and marketing teams to maximise brand performance About You: Previous experience within an On Trade sales role across drink Strong commercial awareness with experience managing premium hospitality groups is desirable Demonstrated success in growing existing business and winning new opportunities A confident communicator who enjoys influencing customers at all levels Highly organised with excellent planning and time management skills Self-motivated, proactive and driven to exceed targets If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, we'd love to hear from you! The Advocate Group is a leading search and selection business providing top talent to the consumer products sector. If you're interested in finding out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career, then please contact us today. Please get in touch with Roxy Gadd or click "Apply Now" to be considered for this vacancy.

Key Account Manager London (UK Travel) Competitive Salary + Bonus An ambitious, independent craft brewery with a growing presence in the UK drinks market is looking for a commercially driven, relationship-focused Key Account Manager to help drive growth across its national and regional On Trade and wholesale accounts. With a strong focus on quality, innovation and building lasting customer relationships, the business is looking for someone who can combine account management with a proactive approach to winning new business. This is an exciting opportunity to join an independent brewery where you can make a real impact, explore new routes to market and play a key role in driving commercial growth. This role will focus on developing key accounts across the On Trade, wholesale and independent pub and bar sectors. You'll take ownership of customer relationships and account plans, driving distribution, volume and profitability while identifying new opportunities to grow the business. It's also a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their commercial skills and progress towards future leadership. The Role: Developing and managing national and regional key accounts across the On Trade, wholesale and independent pub and bar sectors Building and owning account plans focused on increasing distribution, sales volume, profitability and brand presence Identifying and securing new business opportunities, including new sites, product listings and routes to market Building strong relationships with key customers and developing joint business plans that deliver results for both parties Working closely with wholesale partners to improve performance, strengthen relationships and unlock new opportunities Supporting existing accounts to maximise brand visibility, product availability and rate of sale Negotiating pricing, commercial terms and promotional activity while protecting margins and profitability Managing sales pipelines, pre-selling and forecasting accurately to support effective planning and production Working collaboratively with internal sales and marketing teams to maximise account performance and deliver commercial objectives Delivering customer training, supporting events and representing an ambitious independent brewery in the market Monitoring account performance, maintaining accurate CRM data and providing timely sales reports and forecasts Taking ownership of sales targets, account performance and personal development, with the opportunity to grow into a future leadership role About You: Experience in sales, account management, business development or a similar commercial role A background in beer, drinks, hospitality, FMCG or wholesale would be advantageous Experience managing customer relationships and developing joint plans to drive commercial growth Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to understand sales performance, identify opportunities and protect profitability A proactive approach to winning new business and developing existing accounts Confident communication, negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to build lasting customer partnerships Self-motivated, organised and comfortable taking ownership of your own accounts, targets and workload A clear communicator who can share customer insights and market opportunities with internal teams Ambition to develop into a leadership role, with previous team management experience not essential A genuine passion for beer and pride in representing a brand you believe in Experience working with UK supermarket or wholesale accounts would be beneficial Knowledge of craft beer, the wider drinks trade, CRM systems or retailer data portals would be advantageous A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to customers across the UK If you're passionate about sales, enjoy building strong customer partnerships and are keen to take ownership of your own accounts while helping a growing business reach its next stage, we'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch with Evie Coates or click "Apply Now" to be considered for this vacancy. Call: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed) The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Business Development Executive London Competitive Salary + Bonus An ambitious, independent craft brewery with a strong reputation for quality and innovation is looking for a driven Business Development Executive to help grow its presence across the London On Trade sector. With a diverse range of beers and exciting growth plans, this is a great opportunity to join an independent business where you can win new customers, build relationships and make a real impact on sales growth. This is a hands-on, field-based role focused on winning new business across independent pubs, bars, restaurants and hotels. You'll take ownership of your territory, identify new opportunities and work with customers and wholesale partners to get the brewery's products stocked and selling. The Role: Winning new accounts across independent pubs, bars, restaurants and hotels across London Identifying new business opportunities and building a strong prospect pipeline Proactively contacting potential customers through cold calling, walk-ins and follow-ups Building relationships with venue owners, managers and key decision-makers Working with wholesale partners to secure new listings and grow distribution Supporting new accounts with tastings, staff training and promotional activity Developing customer relationships to encourage repeat orders and increase sales Working closely with internal sales, delivery and marketing teams Managing your sales pipeline, keeping CRM records up to date and forecasting activity Working towards new account, sales volume and profitability targets About You: Experience in sales, business development or a customer-facing role Experience in drinks, hospitality, brewing or FMCG would be advantageous An interest in the On Trade sector, including pubs, bars and restaurants Confident approaching new customers and comfortable with cold calling A proactive, resilient attitude with a genuine desire to win new business Good communication and relationship-building skills Organised, self-motivated and able to manage your own time Commercially minded, with an interest in developing your sales skills A genuine passion for beer and enthusiasm for representing an independent brand A full UK driving licence If you're passionate about sales, enjoy meeting new people and thrive on winning new business, we'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch with Evie Coates or click "Apply Now" to be considered for this vacancy. Call: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed) The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Commercial Director Functional Drinks Up to £160,000 DOE + Bonus & Package Home Based with ideal candidate locations: London and Manchester Rare opportunity to join a well-funded, early-stage functional drinks business ahead of its UK launch and take ownership of building the commercial operation from the ground up. With the product developed, tested and launch planned for Q1 2027, the business is now looking for an exceptional Commercial Director to define the UK go-to-market strategy, secure initial distribution and build the commercial team as the brand scales. This isn't an opportunity to inherit a ready-made customer base. You'll be the person who builds it. The Role Own and execute the UK commercial and go-to-market strategy from launch. Lead initial expansion across Convenience, Forecourt, Travel and premium Impulse, before developing into wider channels. Personally open doors, build senior buyer relationships and secure significant new distribution. Use your understanding of retailer buying cycles to build the right customer pipeline ahead of launch. Shape pricing, customer propositions, channel prioritisation and longer-term commercial strategy. Build the commercial team during Year 1, adding resource as distribution and customer requirements develop. Remain focused on strategy, new business and senior negotiations as day-to-day account management moves into the wider team. About You We're looking for a builder, not simply a manager of established accounts. You'll ideally bring: Senior commercial experience within Drinks or closely aligned FMCG, with strong exposure to Convenience, Forecourt, Impulse and/or Wholesale. A demonstrable track record of personally winning new customers and building distribution. Experience launching or scaling a challenger brand, new proposition or early-stage business. Strong relationships across relevant UK retailers and a detailed understanding of how and when they buy. The ability to operate without a large corporate infrastructure around you comfortable moving between commercial strategy and hands-on execution. The credibility and autonomy to work closely with a founder while building a commercial function around you. Challenger, SME and scale-up experience is essential, with candidates being confident in demonstrating what they personally built, launched or changed. Why Join? This is an opportunity to get involved before the first major listings are secured. The foundations are in place: a well-funded business, a developed and tested functional drinks portfolio and significant ambitions for UK and international growth. What isn't already built is the commercial machine. You'll have the mandate to decide where the brand goes first, which customers matter, how distribution is built and what the future sales organisation looks like. Location is flexible across England, with London or Manchester particularly well suited. Significant national customer travel should be expected. If you've built brands rather than simply inherited them and fancy doing it again with considerably more ownership we'd love to hear from you. The Advocate Group is a leading search and selection business providing top talent to the consumer products sector. If you re interested in finding out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career, then please contact us today. Drop me a message or apply directly to find out more.

Marketing Manager 6-Month FTC / Interim (Day Rate Considered) Immediate or short-notice availability is highly desirable. Are you a creative, commercially minded Marketing professional who loves bringing consumer brands to life? The Advocate Group is excited to be partnering with an established FMCG business looking for an experienced Marketing Manager to take ownership of a high-profile brand development project. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the next chapter of a consumer brand, bringing fresh thinking, creativity, and commercial expertise to strengthen its positioning and drive growth. We're looking for someone who combines strategic brand thinking with hands-on execution, turning consumer insights into compelling brand propositions and impactful marketing activity. Key Responsibilities: Take ownership of an exciting consumer brand project, shaping its positioning, marketing strategy and commercial development. Use consumer and shopper insights to identify opportunities, strengthen the brand proposition and drive consumer engagement. Bring fresh, creative thinking to brand communications, packaging, digital marketing and activation to build a distinctive and engaging brand. Work closely with external creative agencies to develop compelling brand assets, campaigns and marketing initiatives. Develop and execute a clear go-to-market strategy, working alongside commercial teams to drive retail engagement and growth. Lead cross-functional project delivery, managing timelines, key milestones and stakeholders to ensure successful execution. Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, confidently presenting recommendations, influencing decisions and driving projects forward. About You: Strong background in Brand/Commercial/Tade Marketing within FMCG, with experience in consumer brand development. Proven experience leading brand launches, shaping brand strategy, developing consumer propositions, and delivering successful marketing initiatives. A creative, consumer-led marketer who can translate insights into engaging brand propositions and impactful campaigns. Strong commercial awareness, with an understanding of brand performance, P&L, and route-to-market strategies. Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to independently lead cross-functional initiatives through to execution. If you're an experienced marketer who enjoys combining creativity, strategic thinking and commercial expertise to make a real impact, I'd love to hear from you! Please get in touch with Emma or click "Apply Now" to be considered for this vacancy. The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Temp Role Day Rate: Equivalent to a £40,000 salary Initial 12-week contract, likely extension Are you an on-trade drinks professional with a passion for sales, customer relationships and driving growth? This is an exciting opportunity to join an innovative, fast-growing B2B drinks marketplace on an initial 12-week temporary contract, with a likely extension. You ll play a key role in converting new and lapsed customers into active, loyal buyers, helping pubs, bars and hospitality venues get the most out of a smarter way to buy drinks. Combining proactive outbound sales with account development and customer engagement, you ll help drive repeat orders, increase basket spend and improve the overall customer journey. The Role You ll take ownership of outbound campaigns targeting new, partially registered, never-ordered and lapsed customers, understanding what s preventing them from ordering and finding ways to get them back on board. Your responsibilities will include: Winning new customers: Proactively contacting new outlets via phone, email and other channels, converting prospects into active accounts. Driving repeat business: Supporting customers from registration through to their first order and establishing regular reordering habits. Reactivating lapsed accounts: Identifying customers whose ordering frequency has declined and using account and basket data to prioritise opportunities. Growing customer spend: Encouraging range extension, seasonal purchases and increased engagement with customer loyalty and reward tiers. Improving the customer journey: Identifying registration issues, common barriers to ordering and reasons customers disengage. Working cross-functionally: Collaborating with Sales, Customer Service, Product and Procurement to resolve issues, address product gaps and improve the customer experience. Sharing customer insights: Recording call outcomes, tracking recurring issues and feeding back customer trends to help improve the platform and service. About You You ll be a confident, approachable communicator who enjoys building relationships and getting results. You ll combine a warm telephone manner with strong listening, sales and negotiation skills, and have the patience and persistence to turn customer conversations into commercial opportunities. You ll also bring: Essential experience within the on-trade drinks industry, with strong knowledge of drinks products and categories. A proven ability to engage customers, influence buying decisions and drive sales. Confidence conducting outbound calls and following up on opportunities. A commercially minded approach to customer retention, reactivation and account growth. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to track activity, identify trends and follow issues through to resolution. Confidence using digital platforms and working in a fast-paced, evolving business. The Opportunity This is a great opportunity to make an immediate impact within an ambitious business that is changing how the UK drinks trade operates. You ll work closely with teams across the business, helping to strengthen customer relationships, improve engagement and drive commercial growth. Contract details: Duration: Initial 12 weeks, with a likely extension. Day rate: Equivalent to a £40,000 annual salary, pro rata. Industry experience: On-trade drinks experience and strong product knowledge are essential. Start: As soon as possible. If you know the on-trade drinks market inside out and enjoy turning customer relationships into long-term commercial success, we d love to hear from you. The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Commercial Finance Manager International Markets Location: London, Hybrid Salary: £60,000 £70,000 Contract: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract The Advocate Group are partnering with a globally renowned premium drinks business, home to some of the world's most recognisable and respected brands, to appoint a Commercial Finance Manager on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing international finance function, taking ownership of commercial finance business partnering across a diverse portfolio of Middle Eastern and surrounding markets. Working within a large, established finance team supporting multiple international markets, you'll play a pivotal role in driving commercial performance, influencing strategic decisions and ensuring financial discipline across a premium branded portfolio. With responsibility spanning markets including the UAE, Cyprus, Israel, Jordan, Egypt and Turkey, you'll work closely with senior commercial stakeholders, international brand teams and colleagues based in Dubai. This is a genuinely commercial position, requiring someone who can look beyond the numbers, challenge thinking and influence decisions in a fast-paced, international environment. The Role As Commercial Finance Manager, you'll act as a trusted finance partner to commercial leadership, providing the financial insight, analysis and strategic support needed to drive sustainable, profitable growth. Key responsibilities will include: Partnering with commercial teams across multiple international markets, providing financial insight to support strategic and operational decision-making. Supporting financial planning, forecasting, budgeting and reporting cycles, ensuring commercial performance is accurately monitored and communicated. Evaluating commercial investments, marketing initiatives and promotional activities to ensure financial viability and alignment with the business's premium brand positioning. Working closely with distributor partners and regional stakeholders to understand market performance, identify opportunities and support profitable growth. Providing financial challenge and commercial recommendations to senior stakeholders, influencing decisions around investment, profitability and market development. Collaborating with colleagues across the Dubai office, international finance teams and global brand functions to ensure effective financial business partnering. Supporting and developing a Finance Analyst, ensuring the delivery of high-quality financial analysis and reporting. Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes, commercial visibility and decision-making across the region. About You We're looking for a commercially astute finance professional who combines strong technical capability with the confidence, credibility and interpersonal skills to influence senior stakeholders. You'll ideally bring: Previous experience as a Commercial Finance Manager, Finance Business Partner or in a comparable commercially focused finance position. A strong background within FMCG, consumer goods, drinks or another fast-moving branded environment. Proven experience partnering with commercial teams, challenging decisions and translating financial information into actionable business recommendations. Strong financial planning, forecasting, budgeting and commercial analysis capabilities. The confidence and gravitas to build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across different functions and geographies. Experience evaluating commercial investments, profitability and return on investment. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex financial information and influence non-finance stakeholders. A proactive, solutions-focused approach, comfortable operating in a high-performing, fast-paced international business. Previous Middle Eastern market experience is not essential. However, exposure to international markets, distributor-led business models or regional commercial finance would be particularly advantageous. Above all, we're looking for someone who can hit the ground running, establish credibility quickly and make a meaningful commercial impact. If you're an experienced Commercial Finance Manager with a strong FMCG background, commercial instinct and the confidence to influence senior stakeholders, we'd be keen to speak with you. Apply today or contact The Advocate Group for a confidential conversation.

New Field Sales Opportunity! The growth in convenience isn t slowing down anytime soon. We re partnering with a major FMCG brand as they continue to expand their field sales presence across the UK. Territory: York and surrounding area Applicants must live on-patch / within the territory This is a high-energy, field-based role where you ll take ownership of your area across independent convenience retail. You ll be out in trade daily: Building relationships with retailers Driving visibility and availability in-store Negotiating additional space and displays Activating promotions and growing sales Owning your patch like it s your own business They want people with energy, resilience and a genuine desire to make things happen in-market. What do you need: Sales, hospitality, retail or customer-facing experience Confidence building relationships quickly Strong work ethic and self-motivation Package: £30,000 salary 25% quarterly bonus Fully expensed company vehicle Ideal for someone already in FMCG field sales or someone from retail/hospitality looking to break into the industry with a huge brand behind them. Interested and want to understand more? Apply today! We look forward to your application for this exciting opportunity. The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

07/11/ Confidential Position Specification Monster Energy Shopper Insights Manager - Job Requirements & Details THE ROLE SPECIFICS Position: Shopper Insights Manager Division: Commercial Strategy & Insights Reporting to: Pedro Blasco Grade: 5 Hours / Work Pattern: Full Time ABOUT MONSTER ENERGY Monster Energy Company, based in Corona, CA is a NASDAQ listed entity and the owner of (amongst others) the Monster Energy drinks brand, which is number 1 energy drink in its category in the USA. Monster Energy was established in the UK and Ireland at the end of 2008 and operates the supply, sales, distribution, and marketing business of the Monster Energy group across Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). Created in 2002, Monster is now one of the leading brands and portfolios in the growing energy drinks category. Sales for the EMEA region were over 100 million cases in 2021. The Monster Energy Company has grown to a company of over 3,600 employees. Our Monster Energy drinks are now sold in approximately 141 countries and territories. The Monster brand image revolves around being aggressive, cool, sinister, dark, mysterious, and fun. POSITION OVERVIEW The Shopper Insights Manager will play a pivotal role within the Commercial Strategy & Insights (CS&I) team, reporting directly to the Commercial Strategy Director. This role sits at the centre of a newly streamlined 2026 team structure, designed to elevate strategic capabilities across Commercial Planning, Shopper Insights, and Revenue Growth Management through aligned activities that drive cross-functional commercial effectiveness. The Shopper Insights Manager, EMEA, will be responsible for transforming shopper understanding into commercial growth opportunities across the EMEA region. This role will lead the development of shopper-centric insights, combining syndicated data (e.g., NielsenIQ) with bespoke research and advanced analytics to identify growth opportunities and influence strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will act as the voice of the shopper across the organisation, embedding shopper-first thinking into commercial planning, category development, revenue growth management, and customer engagement strategies. They will create compelling, insight-led stories that enable Sales teams, bottling partners, and retailers to unlock category growth and accelerate Monster Energy's market performance. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES RESPONSIBILITIES: Use category and shopper data to identify growth opportunities and develop compelling category stories that drive category growth. Influence senior stakeholders and help shape broader market and channel strategies. Ensure a deep understanding of shopper journeys across channels and markets. Develop and execute the EMEA Shopper Insights agenda, aligned with business priorities. Design and manage shopper research projects from concept through to delivery, including quantitative, qualitative, ethnographic, and behavioural studies. Generate actionable insights that identify shopper needs, purchase drivers, barriers to purchase, and growth opportunities. Manage relationships with NielsenIQ and other syndicated data providers. Partner closely with Commercial Divisions, Trade Marketing, Commercial Innovation and Portfolio Management, Category Development, Marketing, Revenue Growth Management, and Consumer Insights teams. This list is for guidance only and the post holder will be required to undertake additional duties in line with the changing needs of the business. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Strong expertise in NielsenIQ (Nielsen Scantrack, RMS, Homescan, or equivalent syndicated data sources). Proven experience designing and leading shopper research projects from inception through execution. Demonstrated ability to translate complex data into compelling commercial narratives and actionable recommendations. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders without direct authority. Excellent presentation, communication, and storytelling skills. Strong track record of collaborating with and influencing stakeholders across markets, functions, and regional teams. Comfortable operating in ambiguous environments and able to navigate change with confidence. Preferred: Knowledge of advanced analytics techniques and shopper behaviour methodologies. Experience with Kantar, Circana/IRI, dunnhumby, Catalyst, or similar shopper intelligence platforms. DECLARATION I confirm that I have read, understand, and agree to all the points within this job description: Print Name: _ Signed: _ Date: BLEED GREEN ATTITUDES COMPETENCIES

We're partnering with a leading global FMCG business to recruit an experienced Senior HR Administrator to join their HR Shared Services team, supporting employees and managers across the UK & Ireland. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive, organised HR professional who enjoys taking ownership, building strong stakeholder relationships and driving improvements across HR processes. The role offers a great mix of hands-on HR administration, policy development and stakeholder management, within a fast-paced, international environment. The Role Deliver a high-quality HR administration service across the full employee lifecycle, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and consistency. Take ownership of reviewing, updating and maintaining HR policies, procedures and documentation. Build strong relationships with employees, managers and key stakeholders across HR, Payroll, Legal and the wider business. Coordinate HR policy reviews and process improvements, engaging stakeholders and ensuring actions are delivered. Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve ways of working and enhance the employee experience. About You Strong HR administration experience, ideally within a large, fast-paced or complex organisation. Good understanding of HR policies, employee lifecycle processes and UK employment practices. Confident managing stakeholders, influencing decisions and balancing competing priorities. Highly organised, detail-oriented and comfortable taking ownership of your workload. Experience with HR systems, ideally SAP HR, and strong Microsoft Office skills. CIPD qualified or working towards a qualification would be advantageous. What's on Offer? An opportunity to join a well-established, internationally recognised FMCG business, working within a collaborative HR team where you'll have the chance to take ownership, influence processes and make a genuine impact. Interested? Apply today or get in touch to find out more about this opportunity! The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy