Head of Technical - Food Manufacturing Location: Bristol Salary c£60,000 + Bonus and associated Benefits We are looking for an experienced and ambitious Head of Technical to lead food safety, quality and compliance across a food manufacturer who sits within the Food Service sector This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for shaping and embedding a best-in-class food safety culture, ensuring the business is fully audit-ready every day, and leading all technical and hygiene functions across the organisation. You will work closely with operational and commercial teams, key customers and external auditors to ensure the highest standards of compliance, quality and continuous improvement are maintained. The role is based in Bristol, but there will be travel required to their satellite site based in Wiltshire 1 2 times a month Head of Technical Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the technical and hygiene teams to support current operations and future growth Define and deliver the company s food safety and quality strategy Drive a strong food safety culture across the business Ensure full compliance with all food safety, legal and customer requirements Maintain BRC accreditation at Grade A or above Lead all customer, third-party and regulatory audits Develop and monitor technical KPIs and continuous improvement plans Oversee HACCP, allergen management, GMP and traceability systems Build strong relationships with key customer technical teams Investigate and resolve customer complaints through root cause analysis and corrective actions Review and improve Health & Safety systems in collaboration with site leadership Head of Technical Essential Skills & Experience Degree qualified or equivalent in Food Science, Food Technology or related discipline Significant senior technical leadership experience within food manufacturing Strong knowledge of BRC standards, HACCP and food safety legislation Experience leading customer and third-party audits Proven team leadership and people development skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities If the role is of interest, then please send your CV today
May 21, 2026
Full time
Head of Technical - Food Manufacturing Location: Bristol Salary c£60,000 + Bonus and associated Benefits We are looking for an experienced and ambitious Head of Technical to lead food safety, quality and compliance across a food manufacturer who sits within the Food Service sector This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for shaping and embedding a best-in-class food safety culture, ensuring the business is fully audit-ready every day, and leading all technical and hygiene functions across the organisation. You will work closely with operational and commercial teams, key customers and external auditors to ensure the highest standards of compliance, quality and continuous improvement are maintained. The role is based in Bristol, but there will be travel required to their satellite site based in Wiltshire 1 2 times a month Head of Technical Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the technical and hygiene teams to support current operations and future growth Define and deliver the company s food safety and quality strategy Drive a strong food safety culture across the business Ensure full compliance with all food safety, legal and customer requirements Maintain BRC accreditation at Grade A or above Lead all customer, third-party and regulatory audits Develop and monitor technical KPIs and continuous improvement plans Oversee HACCP, allergen management, GMP and traceability systems Build strong relationships with key customer technical teams Investigate and resolve customer complaints through root cause analysis and corrective actions Review and improve Health & Safety systems in collaboration with site leadership Head of Technical Essential Skills & Experience Degree qualified or equivalent in Food Science, Food Technology or related discipline Significant senior technical leadership experience within food manufacturing Strong knowledge of BRC standards, HACCP and food safety legislation Experience leading customer and third-party audits Proven team leadership and people development skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities If the role is of interest, then please send your CV today
PHARMACEUTICAL MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN - TOTAL PARENTERAL NUTRITION (TPN) & CHEMOTHERAPY Do you want to work for a company where its key mission is to provide the best products and services for the patients they support, where the employees rate teamworking above all, and where you can earn up to an additional 7,000 within a year by following our structured training plan. Come and work for ITH Pharma, as these are the reasons why our employees tell us they want to work for us! We now have a number of exciting opportunities in our production clean rooms for Pharmaceutical Compounding Operators based at our head office in North West London (NW10). Your main duties will be : Measuring, mixing and compounding products. Adhering to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) at all times. Adopting disinfection techniques such as spraying, cleaning and wiping down. Preparing equipment and supplies ready for compounding of products in our aseptic unit. Reading, understanding and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's). Completing documentation in line with company policies and procedures. Everything we do is centred around providing the highest standard of products for the patients we support by delivering critical services, normally within same day timelines. Therefore, to ensure success in the role, you must possess the following attributes: Accuracy and ability to concentrate for significant lengths of time. Good hand to eye co-ordination. Ability to follow detailed operating procedures and understand technical processes, meaning excellent written and spoken English is required. A keen interest in science is a must, we also require at least a bachelor's degree ideally in a science-related subject. You will receive full and comprehensive training, qualifying you to work with our fantastic and friendly team based across our Chemotherapy, CIVAS, and Parenteral Nutrition clean room manufacturing units. Our manufacturing site operates from 6.30am to 6.30pm Monday to Friday with 6 Saturdays across the year for cleaning and extra production. You may be pleased to know we don't work rotating shifts or regular weekend working. After you have completed your training, you may have the opportunity to move onto our 4-day working week shift pattern giving you a better work life balance and time off to do those jobs you can't do at weekends. You will start your role working on our 9:00am to 5:30pm shift. Your working hours are fixed, however we do have to finish all our daily orders as we have patients waiting for our life saving medicines. This may mean some minimal overtime to finish off the day. After that, the evening is yours, no work to take home, you can relax in the knowledge you have touched many lives that day. We offer a very competitive starting salary of 30,073 a year and the opportunity for progression within your first year with an additional 7000 which can be earned through accreditations, with added growth potential across the organisation. Key benefits are: 22 days holiday + Bank holidays. Healthcare cash plan scheme. Pension & long service awards. Annual 50 company pharmacy shop allowance. Subsidised canteen. Regular company celebrations including on-site street food. High street discount scheme. Wellbeing programme for all staff including free access to our on-site company Doctor and Physiotherapist, and access to medical and eye tests. Interested? Apply now for a chance to start your career with us at Please also view our short videos on LinkedIn as to why you should work for us. About us ITH Pharma specialises in the provision of Parenteral Nutrition, Chemotherapy, and CIVAS, specialising in same day service. Our team provides flexible services with batch and bespoke items for adults, paediatrics and neonates to both NHS and Private Hospitals. Because of the volume of applicants we receive, we cannot reply to all applications, if you have not heard from us within 28 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful in your application to ITH Pharma and we wish you all the best in your future endeavours.
May 20, 2026
Full time
PHARMACEUTICAL MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN - TOTAL PARENTERAL NUTRITION (TPN) & CHEMOTHERAPY Do you want to work for a company where its key mission is to provide the best products and services for the patients they support, where the employees rate teamworking above all, and where you can earn up to an additional 7,000 within a year by following our structured training plan. Come and work for ITH Pharma, as these are the reasons why our employees tell us they want to work for us! We now have a number of exciting opportunities in our production clean rooms for Pharmaceutical Compounding Operators based at our head office in North West London (NW10). Your main duties will be : Measuring, mixing and compounding products. Adhering to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) at all times. Adopting disinfection techniques such as spraying, cleaning and wiping down. Preparing equipment and supplies ready for compounding of products in our aseptic unit. Reading, understanding and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's). Completing documentation in line with company policies and procedures. Everything we do is centred around providing the highest standard of products for the patients we support by delivering critical services, normally within same day timelines. Therefore, to ensure success in the role, you must possess the following attributes: Accuracy and ability to concentrate for significant lengths of time. Good hand to eye co-ordination. Ability to follow detailed operating procedures and understand technical processes, meaning excellent written and spoken English is required. A keen interest in science is a must, we also require at least a bachelor's degree ideally in a science-related subject. You will receive full and comprehensive training, qualifying you to work with our fantastic and friendly team based across our Chemotherapy, CIVAS, and Parenteral Nutrition clean room manufacturing units. Our manufacturing site operates from 6.30am to 6.30pm Monday to Friday with 6 Saturdays across the year for cleaning and extra production. You may be pleased to know we don't work rotating shifts or regular weekend working. After you have completed your training, you may have the opportunity to move onto our 4-day working week shift pattern giving you a better work life balance and time off to do those jobs you can't do at weekends. You will start your role working on our 9:00am to 5:30pm shift. Your working hours are fixed, however we do have to finish all our daily orders as we have patients waiting for our life saving medicines. This may mean some minimal overtime to finish off the day. After that, the evening is yours, no work to take home, you can relax in the knowledge you have touched many lives that day. We offer a very competitive starting salary of 30,073 a year and the opportunity for progression within your first year with an additional 7000 which can be earned through accreditations, with added growth potential across the organisation. Key benefits are: 22 days holiday + Bank holidays. Healthcare cash plan scheme. Pension & long service awards. Annual 50 company pharmacy shop allowance. Subsidised canteen. Regular company celebrations including on-site street food. High street discount scheme. Wellbeing programme for all staff including free access to our on-site company Doctor and Physiotherapist, and access to medical and eye tests. Interested? Apply now for a chance to start your career with us at Please also view our short videos on LinkedIn as to why you should work for us. About us ITH Pharma specialises in the provision of Parenteral Nutrition, Chemotherapy, and CIVAS, specialising in same day service. Our team provides flexible services with batch and bespoke items for adults, paediatrics and neonates to both NHS and Private Hospitals. Because of the volume of applicants we receive, we cannot reply to all applications, if you have not heard from us within 28 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful in your application to ITH Pharma and we wish you all the best in your future endeavours.
INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT & HR EXPERTS ACROSS THE PLASTICS, PACKAGING, SPECIALITY CHEMICALS, LIFE SCIENCES, BIOPOLYMER, FOOD ADDITIVES & INGREDIENTS, ENERGY AND RECYCLING SECTORS SINCE 1975. Tooling Engineer Based in East Midlands Job ref: AZ /64985 Listgrove is supporting a plastics processing manufacturer who are recruiting an experienced tooling engineer to bring strength and depth to the team. This is a full-time, on-site role for a Tooling Engineer based in Northamptonshire. The role involves creating and optimizing precision injection mould tool designs, collaborating with the tool-making and production teams, and ensuring product designs meet client specifications. Key responsibilities include using CAD software for creating detailed designs, ensuring alignment with quality standards, conducting reviews of design feasibility, and contributing to design iteration through testing, research, and implementation. Coordination with other departments to refine processes and improve efficiency will also be a core responsibility. Qualifications: Experience in Visual Design and Product Design, with a strong sense of practicality and attention to detail Proficiency in Design Thinking and the ability to approach projects with a user-centered mindset Skills in User Research and to understand client needs and address usability challenges Familiarity with CAD software (e.g. Visi-Vero) for detailed design and modelling or solid works Strong problem-solving skills and ability to optimize designs for manufacturability and efficiency Bachelor s degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Industrial Design, or related field Experience in injection mould tooling design, and associated feed systems min 10 years Excellent communication and team collaboration abilities A commitment to quality assurance and alignment with ISO9001 standards Openness to learning new technologies and processes in the field of precision engineering CAD and 3D modelling experience also 3D printing would be a benefit Polymers and additives knowledge Tool costing understanding and experience Customer liaison and lead for project work Good communicator and able to plan ahead Support to QA, production and sales team from a technical aspect Please understand that due to the expected high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly For reasons of better legibility, the simultaneous use of the language forms male, female and diverse (f/m/d) is avoided. All personal designations apply equally to all genders. For UK roles, candidates must be eligible to work and live in the United Kingdom. Proof of eligibility will be required with your application. Why select Listgrove? Five Decades of Market Intelligence Unrivalled Industry Networks Recognised International brand HR Qualified Professionals To hear from our clients on how we have supported their search for talent and HR needs, please visit Listgrove s Case Studies page. Throughout 2026 & 2027 you can meet with Listgrove at the following exhibitions: Interpack, France Innovation Plasturgie, Interplas UK, Plast Milan, Fakuma, ArabPlast, NPE 2027. Performance through People. Please visit our website for more information on our services, global success and testimonials.
May 20, 2026
Full time
INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT & HR EXPERTS ACROSS THE PLASTICS, PACKAGING, SPECIALITY CHEMICALS, LIFE SCIENCES, BIOPOLYMER, FOOD ADDITIVES & INGREDIENTS, ENERGY AND RECYCLING SECTORS SINCE 1975. Tooling Engineer Based in East Midlands Job ref: AZ /64985 Listgrove is supporting a plastics processing manufacturer who are recruiting an experienced tooling engineer to bring strength and depth to the team. This is a full-time, on-site role for a Tooling Engineer based in Northamptonshire. The role involves creating and optimizing precision injection mould tool designs, collaborating with the tool-making and production teams, and ensuring product designs meet client specifications. Key responsibilities include using CAD software for creating detailed designs, ensuring alignment with quality standards, conducting reviews of design feasibility, and contributing to design iteration through testing, research, and implementation. Coordination with other departments to refine processes and improve efficiency will also be a core responsibility. Qualifications: Experience in Visual Design and Product Design, with a strong sense of practicality and attention to detail Proficiency in Design Thinking and the ability to approach projects with a user-centered mindset Skills in User Research and to understand client needs and address usability challenges Familiarity with CAD software (e.g. Visi-Vero) for detailed design and modelling or solid works Strong problem-solving skills and ability to optimize designs for manufacturability and efficiency Bachelor s degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Industrial Design, or related field Experience in injection mould tooling design, and associated feed systems min 10 years Excellent communication and team collaboration abilities A commitment to quality assurance and alignment with ISO9001 standards Openness to learning new technologies and processes in the field of precision engineering CAD and 3D modelling experience also 3D printing would be a benefit Polymers and additives knowledge Tool costing understanding and experience Customer liaison and lead for project work Good communicator and able to plan ahead Support to QA, production and sales team from a technical aspect Please understand that due to the expected high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly For reasons of better legibility, the simultaneous use of the language forms male, female and diverse (f/m/d) is avoided. All personal designations apply equally to all genders. For UK roles, candidates must be eligible to work and live in the United Kingdom. Proof of eligibility will be required with your application. Why select Listgrove? Five Decades of Market Intelligence Unrivalled Industry Networks Recognised International brand HR Qualified Professionals To hear from our clients on how we have supported their search for talent and HR needs, please visit Listgrove s Case Studies page. Throughout 2026 & 2027 you can meet with Listgrove at the following exhibitions: Interpack, France Innovation Plasturgie, Interplas UK, Plast Milan, Fakuma, ArabPlast, NPE 2027. Performance through People. Please visit our website for more information on our services, global success and testimonials.
As Head of Technical, you will take ownership of the technical strategy and be responsible for leading the technical team, managing key customer relationships, and ensuring the highest standards of food safety, quality, and compliance are maintained across the business. Are you an experienced Head of Technical within Fresh Produce / Food Manufacturing? Do you have strong knowledge of retailer requi click apply for full job details
May 20, 2026
Full time
As Head of Technical, you will take ownership of the technical strategy and be responsible for leading the technical team, managing key customer relationships, and ensuring the highest standards of food safety, quality, and compliance are maintained across the business. Are you an experienced Head of Technical within Fresh Produce / Food Manufacturing? Do you have strong knowledge of retailer requi click apply for full job details
Business Development Manager - B2B Food Manufacturing Location: UK (Travel required) Job Type: Full-time Salary: Competitive base salary plus performance-related commission/bonus We are seeking a driven and commercially astute Business Development Manager to spearhead growth across our value-added component supply division, specialising in sachets and dip pots for a broad range of industrial and B2B food manufacturing clients. This hands-on, hunter-style role is perfect for someone who thrives on opening doors, building relationships, and converting opportunities into long-term partnerships. Day-to-day of the role: Identify, target, and win new B2B accounts across the food manufacturing sector, focusing on value-added sachet and dip pot supply. Develop and execute a structured business development plan to grow revenue across primary and secondary channels. Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified opportunities, managing the full sales cycle from prospecting through to contract negotiation and onboarding. Establish and nurture strong relationships with procurement, technical, and NPD teams within target customers. Collaborate with internal operations, NPD, and quality teams to deliver tailored solutions that meet customer specifications and regulatory requirements. Provide market intelligence on customer trends, competitor activity, and new product opportunities. Represent the business at trade shows, industry events, and customer meetings. Report on pipeline activity, forecasts, and commercial performance against targets. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven track record in B2B business development or sales management within the food manufacturing or food ingredients sector. An established network of contacts within ready meal, salad, seafood, meat, vegetable processing, or meal kit businesses. Strong understanding of the technical demands of supplying into food manufacturing environments, including specifications, food safety standards, and regulatory compliance. Experience managing the full sales cycle, from lead generation and cold outreach through to contract closure and account growth. Commercially sharp, with the ability to negotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreements. Self-starter who works proactively and independently, comfortable operating with minimal supervision. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to engage at all levels from buyer to board. Willingness to travel to customer sites and industry events as required. Full UK driving licence. Benefits: Competitive base salary plus performance-related commission/bonus. Opportunity to shape and grow a key commercial function within a well-established food manufacturer. Autonomy and ownership - this is a role where initiative is rewarded. Supportive team environment with direct access to senior leadership.
May 19, 2026
Full time
Business Development Manager - B2B Food Manufacturing Location: UK (Travel required) Job Type: Full-time Salary: Competitive base salary plus performance-related commission/bonus We are seeking a driven and commercially astute Business Development Manager to spearhead growth across our value-added component supply division, specialising in sachets and dip pots for a broad range of industrial and B2B food manufacturing clients. This hands-on, hunter-style role is perfect for someone who thrives on opening doors, building relationships, and converting opportunities into long-term partnerships. Day-to-day of the role: Identify, target, and win new B2B accounts across the food manufacturing sector, focusing on value-added sachet and dip pot supply. Develop and execute a structured business development plan to grow revenue across primary and secondary channels. Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified opportunities, managing the full sales cycle from prospecting through to contract negotiation and onboarding. Establish and nurture strong relationships with procurement, technical, and NPD teams within target customers. Collaborate with internal operations, NPD, and quality teams to deliver tailored solutions that meet customer specifications and regulatory requirements. Provide market intelligence on customer trends, competitor activity, and new product opportunities. Represent the business at trade shows, industry events, and customer meetings. Report on pipeline activity, forecasts, and commercial performance against targets. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven track record in B2B business development or sales management within the food manufacturing or food ingredients sector. An established network of contacts within ready meal, salad, seafood, meat, vegetable processing, or meal kit businesses. Strong understanding of the technical demands of supplying into food manufacturing environments, including specifications, food safety standards, and regulatory compliance. Experience managing the full sales cycle, from lead generation and cold outreach through to contract closure and account growth. Commercially sharp, with the ability to negotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreements. Self-starter who works proactively and independently, comfortable operating with minimal supervision. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to engage at all levels from buyer to board. Willingness to travel to customer sites and industry events as required. Full UK driving licence. Benefits: Competitive base salary plus performance-related commission/bonus. Opportunity to shape and grow a key commercial function within a well-established food manufacturer. Autonomy and ownership - this is a role where initiative is rewarded. Supportive team environment with direct access to senior leadership.
Finance Director Designate Spalding, Lincolnshire £90,000 £110,000 + Benefits The Business This is a market-leading British business with more than three decades of heritage, operating from a world-class, purpose-built facility in Lincolnshire. It supplies some of the UK's largest retailers and has built its reputation on a genuine commitment to quality, innovation and sustainable operations. The business operates across two commercially distinct divisions. The first is established, operationally sophisticated and deeply embedded with its blue-chip retail partners - a genuine market leader in its sector. The second is where the next chapter is being written - a science-led platform with real commercial traction, developing specialist products a purpose-built, compliance-grade facility. Led by a founder-connected CEO who has been instrumental in building the business to where it is today, the company is at a genuine inflection point - strong foundations, serious infrastructure and clear ambition for what comes next. The Opportunity This is a newly structured senior finance role, created to bring greater commercial depth and strategic rigour to the finance function as the business enters its next phase of growth. Reporting directly to the CEO and with full board exposure, the Finance Director Designate will lead an established finance team and take ownership of everything from day-to-day financial management through to strategic planning, investment appraisal and stakeholder reporting. This is a genuine stepping-stone role - for the right person, the path to full FD is clear and intended. The business operates across two commercially distinct divisions, each with its own dynamics, investment profile and growth trajectory. The person coming into this role will need to get under the skin of both, and be as comfortable in a commercial conversation as a technical one. What You'll Be Responsible For Leading and developing the finance team, setting the standard for accuracy, pace and commercial thinking across the function. Owning the monthly management accounts, board reporting pack and all financial reporting obligations, ensuring the CEO and board have the quality of information they need to make good decisions. Driving the annual budgeting and forecasting process across both divisions, with a focus on meaningful variance analysis and forward-looking insight rather than retrospective reporting. Acting as the commercial finance partner to the CEO and senior leadership team - challenging assumptions, stress-testing plans and bringing financial clarity to strategic decisions. Managing relationships with the business's banking and debt partners, with a solid understanding of existing facilities and the discipline to manage covenant compliance and cash efficiently. Overseeing statutory reporting, audit, tax and compliance, working with external advisers where appropriate. Supporting the evaluation of capital investment decisions across both divisions, including business cases, returns analysis and post-investment review. What We're Looking For A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with a strong track record at Financial Controller or Head of Finance level, ready to take the next step into a board-facing FD role. Someone who has operated in a business of genuine complexity - ideally with manufacturing, food production, life sciences, FMCG or similarly operationally intensive experience, though this is not prescriptive. A natural communicator who can translate financial complexity into clear, confident narratives for a CEO and board audience, and who is comfortable being the most senior finance voice in the room. A hands-on leader who takes pride in the quality of their team's output and invests in developing the people around them. Someone with the commercial instinct to look beyond the numbers and contribute meaningfully to strategic conversations, not just report on them. Comfortable with ambiguity and energised by a business that is actively evolving, rather than one where the path is already clearly defined. Why This Role A genuine FD designate position with a clear and credible progression path, not an indefinite holding pattern. Direct access to a founder-connected CEO who is deeply invested in the business and expects his senior team to be equally engaged. A business with real heritage, serious infrastructure and two growth platforms - one established and market-leading, one pioneering and still being built. A Lincolnshire base with a leadership team that values presence and collaboration. £90,000 £110,000 depending on experience, plus a competitive benefits package. How to Apply This search is being managed on a confidential basis. To find out more or to register your interest, please contact the IFF team directly. The business will be revealed at the appropriate stage of the process to shortlisted candidates. About IFF Talent: Imagine a recruitment partner that doesn t stop at placing you in the perfect role - one that supports your personal and professional growth across your entire career journey. At IFF Talent, we believe recruitment should be relational, not transactional. Our slogan, " Beyond Recruitment" is our commitment to continue adding value long after the placement - whether you're hiring, exploring, or simply growing. Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
May 19, 2026
Full time
Finance Director Designate Spalding, Lincolnshire £90,000 £110,000 + Benefits The Business This is a market-leading British business with more than three decades of heritage, operating from a world-class, purpose-built facility in Lincolnshire. It supplies some of the UK's largest retailers and has built its reputation on a genuine commitment to quality, innovation and sustainable operations. The business operates across two commercially distinct divisions. The first is established, operationally sophisticated and deeply embedded with its blue-chip retail partners - a genuine market leader in its sector. The second is where the next chapter is being written - a science-led platform with real commercial traction, developing specialist products a purpose-built, compliance-grade facility. Led by a founder-connected CEO who has been instrumental in building the business to where it is today, the company is at a genuine inflection point - strong foundations, serious infrastructure and clear ambition for what comes next. The Opportunity This is a newly structured senior finance role, created to bring greater commercial depth and strategic rigour to the finance function as the business enters its next phase of growth. Reporting directly to the CEO and with full board exposure, the Finance Director Designate will lead an established finance team and take ownership of everything from day-to-day financial management through to strategic planning, investment appraisal and stakeholder reporting. This is a genuine stepping-stone role - for the right person, the path to full FD is clear and intended. The business operates across two commercially distinct divisions, each with its own dynamics, investment profile and growth trajectory. The person coming into this role will need to get under the skin of both, and be as comfortable in a commercial conversation as a technical one. What You'll Be Responsible For Leading and developing the finance team, setting the standard for accuracy, pace and commercial thinking across the function. Owning the monthly management accounts, board reporting pack and all financial reporting obligations, ensuring the CEO and board have the quality of information they need to make good decisions. Driving the annual budgeting and forecasting process across both divisions, with a focus on meaningful variance analysis and forward-looking insight rather than retrospective reporting. Acting as the commercial finance partner to the CEO and senior leadership team - challenging assumptions, stress-testing plans and bringing financial clarity to strategic decisions. Managing relationships with the business's banking and debt partners, with a solid understanding of existing facilities and the discipline to manage covenant compliance and cash efficiently. Overseeing statutory reporting, audit, tax and compliance, working with external advisers where appropriate. Supporting the evaluation of capital investment decisions across both divisions, including business cases, returns analysis and post-investment review. What We're Looking For A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with a strong track record at Financial Controller or Head of Finance level, ready to take the next step into a board-facing FD role. Someone who has operated in a business of genuine complexity - ideally with manufacturing, food production, life sciences, FMCG or similarly operationally intensive experience, though this is not prescriptive. A natural communicator who can translate financial complexity into clear, confident narratives for a CEO and board audience, and who is comfortable being the most senior finance voice in the room. A hands-on leader who takes pride in the quality of their team's output and invests in developing the people around them. Someone with the commercial instinct to look beyond the numbers and contribute meaningfully to strategic conversations, not just report on them. Comfortable with ambiguity and energised by a business that is actively evolving, rather than one where the path is already clearly defined. Why This Role A genuine FD designate position with a clear and credible progression path, not an indefinite holding pattern. Direct access to a founder-connected CEO who is deeply invested in the business and expects his senior team to be equally engaged. A business with real heritage, serious infrastructure and two growth platforms - one established and market-leading, one pioneering and still being built. A Lincolnshire base with a leadership team that values presence and collaboration. £90,000 £110,000 depending on experience, plus a competitive benefits package. How to Apply This search is being managed on a confidential basis. To find out more or to register your interest, please contact the IFF team directly. The business will be revealed at the appropriate stage of the process to shortlisted candidates. About IFF Talent: Imagine a recruitment partner that doesn t stop at placing you in the perfect role - one that supports your personal and professional growth across your entire career journey. At IFF Talent, we believe recruitment should be relational, not transactional. Our slogan, " Beyond Recruitment" is our commitment to continue adding value long after the placement - whether you're hiring, exploring, or simply growing. Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
Are you ready to take the lead in crafting innovative, delicious products for some of the UK's top retailers and brands? We're on the hunt for a NPD Technologist to join our client's forward-thinking team, where your expertise will drive ground-breaking product innovation. This is a customer-facing role that blends creativity, technical skill, and strategic insight. You'll be the linchpin between customer collaboration and the creation of exceptional products, helping shape the future of the food industry. What you'll be doing: Leading end-to-end product development projects, from concept to commercialization. Collaborating with customers to understand their needs and deliver tailored, innovative solutions. Staying ahead of the curve by researching and interpreting market trends. Overseeing trials and ensuring products meet the highest quality and regulatory standards. Delivering polished proposals and presentations to customers and internal teams. What we're looking for: Proven experience in a food manufacturing or NPD environment. A passion for innovation, with a track record of developing standout products. Exceptional communication skills and confidence in customer-facing interactions. A proactive, solution-focused mindset with excellent project management abilities. Why join us? Be at the forefront of food innovation, working on exciting projects for leading retailers and brands. Collaborate with a talented, passionate team in a fast-paced environment. Make your mark on products that delight customers and shape industry trends. If you're a driven, creative professional with a love for food and innovation, this is your chance to step into a senior role with a company where your ideas will shine. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
May 19, 2026
Full time
Are you ready to take the lead in crafting innovative, delicious products for some of the UK's top retailers and brands? We're on the hunt for a NPD Technologist to join our client's forward-thinking team, where your expertise will drive ground-breaking product innovation. This is a customer-facing role that blends creativity, technical skill, and strategic insight. You'll be the linchpin between customer collaboration and the creation of exceptional products, helping shape the future of the food industry. What you'll be doing: Leading end-to-end product development projects, from concept to commercialization. Collaborating with customers to understand their needs and deliver tailored, innovative solutions. Staying ahead of the curve by researching and interpreting market trends. Overseeing trials and ensuring products meet the highest quality and regulatory standards. Delivering polished proposals and presentations to customers and internal teams. What we're looking for: Proven experience in a food manufacturing or NPD environment. A passion for innovation, with a track record of developing standout products. Exceptional communication skills and confidence in customer-facing interactions. A proactive, solution-focused mindset with excellent project management abilities. Why join us? Be at the forefront of food innovation, working on exciting projects for leading retailers and brands. Collaborate with a talented, passionate team in a fast-paced environment. Make your mark on products that delight customers and shape industry trends. If you're a driven, creative professional with a love for food and innovation, this is your chance to step into a senior role with a company where your ideas will shine. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Compliance Manager Competitive Salary Monday - Friday / General Office Hours Caernarfon Our client based in the Caernarfon area are currently recruiting a Compliance Manager on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Head of Technical you will ensure the ongoing BRC and customer accreditation, food safety, legal and ethical, integrity and compliance of the company. Performance Objectives Maintaining BRC, customer and local authority approval and customer codes of practice. Responsible for Food Safety and Legality site wide. Maintain the company audit schedule, root cause analysis, and corrective actions in collaboration with the operations team - ensure non-conformances are raised, followed through and closed off. Liaison with the external and internal customers Supporting the QA manager with QA employees, across the shifts to complete the required workload and drive forward departmental policies and procedures. Manage, mentor and support Technical Compliance Auditor to ensure continuous learning and workload. Ensuring a culture of continuous improvement and challenging current practice To manage and monitor standards throughout the site and to ensure that the business is compliant with our and customer codes of practice Supporting HR department with implementing and managing SEDEX/SMETA requirements. Implementing new procedures and standards within the factory to make sure the site is complying with legislation and customer codes of practice Complete risk assessments where necessary to ensure compliance with legislation and customer codes of practice Record, investigate logging and responding. Working with all teams across the site to ensure the quality requirements are understood and practised by all. To champion hygiene across all aspects of the factory and drive the development of food safety culture, prompting awareness of the importance of hygiene & good manufacturing practice Maintain and develop the Q pulse system Manage the requirements of export documents ensuring that documentation is correct and complete for each load despatched. Quality and Food Safety training across the site in conjunction with HR and external training contractors. Coordinate and deliver accredited food safety training. Accident reporting - Ensure that all accidents /near miss forms are completed properly and that accident analysis forms are completed (appropriate evidence needs to be gathered at the time of the incident. Ensure that all appropriate and relevant H&S practices are being followed by team members, i.e. wearing of appropriate PPE. Person Specification Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines. Ability to manage own workload without supervision. Good personal planning skills. Strong verbal, numeracy and written communication skills. Assertiveness, delegation and analytical skills. Ability to work with cross-functional teams at all levels. Decision maker. Educated to degree level and experience of working in a Quality management role, with a food manufacturing, HACCP, COSHH, Health and Safety qualified. Able to deliver Food Safety and related training - a training qualification preferable. Experience of working with multiple retailers and aware of their standards and codes of practice. Benefits Holidays - 25 days plus Bank Holidays. 5% pension contribution. Full sickness payment based on qualifying criteria. gap personnel group is committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgments solely on suitability for the job. By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future.
May 17, 2026
Full time
Compliance Manager Competitive Salary Monday - Friday / General Office Hours Caernarfon Our client based in the Caernarfon area are currently recruiting a Compliance Manager on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Head of Technical you will ensure the ongoing BRC and customer accreditation, food safety, legal and ethical, integrity and compliance of the company. Performance Objectives Maintaining BRC, customer and local authority approval and customer codes of practice. Responsible for Food Safety and Legality site wide. Maintain the company audit schedule, root cause analysis, and corrective actions in collaboration with the operations team - ensure non-conformances are raised, followed through and closed off. Liaison with the external and internal customers Supporting the QA manager with QA employees, across the shifts to complete the required workload and drive forward departmental policies and procedures. Manage, mentor and support Technical Compliance Auditor to ensure continuous learning and workload. Ensuring a culture of continuous improvement and challenging current practice To manage and monitor standards throughout the site and to ensure that the business is compliant with our and customer codes of practice Supporting HR department with implementing and managing SEDEX/SMETA requirements. Implementing new procedures and standards within the factory to make sure the site is complying with legislation and customer codes of practice Complete risk assessments where necessary to ensure compliance with legislation and customer codes of practice Record, investigate logging and responding. Working with all teams across the site to ensure the quality requirements are understood and practised by all. To champion hygiene across all aspects of the factory and drive the development of food safety culture, prompting awareness of the importance of hygiene & good manufacturing practice Maintain and develop the Q pulse system Manage the requirements of export documents ensuring that documentation is correct and complete for each load despatched. Quality and Food Safety training across the site in conjunction with HR and external training contractors. Coordinate and deliver accredited food safety training. Accident reporting - Ensure that all accidents /near miss forms are completed properly and that accident analysis forms are completed (appropriate evidence needs to be gathered at the time of the incident. Ensure that all appropriate and relevant H&S practices are being followed by team members, i.e. wearing of appropriate PPE. Person Specification Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines. Ability to manage own workload without supervision. Good personal planning skills. Strong verbal, numeracy and written communication skills. Assertiveness, delegation and analytical skills. Ability to work with cross-functional teams at all levels. Decision maker. Educated to degree level and experience of working in a Quality management role, with a food manufacturing, HACCP, COSHH, Health and Safety qualified. Able to deliver Food Safety and related training - a training qualification preferable. Experience of working with multiple retailers and aware of their standards and codes of practice. Benefits Holidays - 25 days plus Bank Holidays. 5% pension contribution. Full sickness payment based on qualifying criteria. gap personnel group is committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgments solely on suitability for the job. By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future.
The Opportunity Are you an experienced Machine Minder? Are you looking for an opportunity to grow with a business? My client is leading the charge in the snack world and are looking for someone who knows the ISHIDA multi-head weigher inside and out. The Role Machine Operation: Primary responsibility for managing and running an Ishida Vertical Form Fill machine . Product Handling: Manual handling of cooked products, including tumbling, seasoning, and loading into the packaging systems. Quality Standards: Maintaining the high hygiene and safety standards required by a BRCGS AA-rated facility. Shift Patterns & Flexibility Rotation: You will work across two main shifts: 6am - 2pm and 2pm - 10pm . Adaptability: Candidates must be able to switch shifts during the same working week if required by production demands. Schedule: Standard days are Monday to Friday. While weekend work is occasionally required, the company operates a Time Off In Lieu (TOIL) policy to ensure work-life balance. Requirements Technical: Previous experience with Ishida Vertical Form Fill machines is highly advantageous. Background: Experience within a fast-paced food production environment. Physicality: Comfortable with manual handling and seasoning processes.
May 17, 2026
Full time
The Opportunity Are you an experienced Machine Minder? Are you looking for an opportunity to grow with a business? My client is leading the charge in the snack world and are looking for someone who knows the ISHIDA multi-head weigher inside and out. The Role Machine Operation: Primary responsibility for managing and running an Ishida Vertical Form Fill machine . Product Handling: Manual handling of cooked products, including tumbling, seasoning, and loading into the packaging systems. Quality Standards: Maintaining the high hygiene and safety standards required by a BRCGS AA-rated facility. Shift Patterns & Flexibility Rotation: You will work across two main shifts: 6am - 2pm and 2pm - 10pm . Adaptability: Candidates must be able to switch shifts during the same working week if required by production demands. Schedule: Standard days are Monday to Friday. While weekend work is occasionally required, the company operates a Time Off In Lieu (TOIL) policy to ensure work-life balance. Requirements Technical: Previous experience with Ishida Vertical Form Fill machines is highly advantageous. Background: Experience within a fast-paced food production environment. Physicality: Comfortable with manual handling and seasoning processes.
The CompanyA well-established specialist operating within the food ingredients and food processing supply chain, supplying chemical and functional ingredient solutions to food manufacturers and distributors across the UK. The business forms part of a wider international group, providing long-term stability and investment, while retaining a collaborative, agile, and people-focused culture at local level. The organisation is known for strong customer relationships, technical capability, and a reputation for quality and reliability.The Role An opportunity has become available with a well-established business operating in the food ingredients and food processing supply chain, supplying food manufacturers and distributors across the UK. The role focuses on driving commercial growth of food ingredient solutions, building on a strong and established platform that is ripe for further development. While part of a wider international group, the local operation offers a collaborative culture, autonomy, and the chance to make a visible impact. The position involves developing new opportunities, growing existing customer relationships, and actively building and managing a robust pipeline. Regular interaction with internal teams and customers is essential, along with planned attendance at head office two to three times per month. The Skills This role will suit a highly motivated, self-driven commercial professional with a hunter mindset. You will be comfortable opening new doors, developing pipeline, and maintaining momentum in a growth-focused environment. Experience as a Product Manager within food ingredients is essential. You will have a strong understanding of food manufacturing or food processing environments and be confident working with technical or functional ingredient solutions. You will be organised, resilient, commercially focused, and driven by results, with the ability to work independently while contributing to wider business objectives. BenefitsThe package is highly competitive and includes a strong base salary, excellent benefits package, company car, and performance-related bonus. The role offers long-term development opportunities, visibility within the business, and the chance to grow with an organisation investing in its people and portfolio.
May 16, 2026
Full time
The CompanyA well-established specialist operating within the food ingredients and food processing supply chain, supplying chemical and functional ingredient solutions to food manufacturers and distributors across the UK. The business forms part of a wider international group, providing long-term stability and investment, while retaining a collaborative, agile, and people-focused culture at local level. The organisation is known for strong customer relationships, technical capability, and a reputation for quality and reliability.The Role An opportunity has become available with a well-established business operating in the food ingredients and food processing supply chain, supplying food manufacturers and distributors across the UK. The role focuses on driving commercial growth of food ingredient solutions, building on a strong and established platform that is ripe for further development. While part of a wider international group, the local operation offers a collaborative culture, autonomy, and the chance to make a visible impact. The position involves developing new opportunities, growing existing customer relationships, and actively building and managing a robust pipeline. Regular interaction with internal teams and customers is essential, along with planned attendance at head office two to three times per month. The Skills This role will suit a highly motivated, self-driven commercial professional with a hunter mindset. You will be comfortable opening new doors, developing pipeline, and maintaining momentum in a growth-focused environment. Experience as a Product Manager within food ingredients is essential. You will have a strong understanding of food manufacturing or food processing environments and be confident working with technical or functional ingredient solutions. You will be organised, resilient, commercially focused, and driven by results, with the ability to work independently while contributing to wider business objectives. BenefitsThe package is highly competitive and includes a strong base salary, excellent benefits package, company car, and performance-related bonus. The role offers long-term development opportunities, visibility within the business, and the chance to grow with an organisation investing in its people and portfolio.
The Company A well-established business operating within the food ingredients and food processing supply chain, supporting food manufacturers and distributors across the UK. The organisation forms part of a wider international group, offering financial stability and long-term investment, while retaining a collaborative, commercial, and people-focused culture locally. The Role This is an internal sales role focused on supporting and driving commercial growth of food ingredient solutions. Based primarily from head office, the position works closely with external sales colleagues and customers to develop opportunities, manage accounts, and build a strong sales pipeline. The role builds on an established customer base and proven platform that is ripe for further growth. Responsibilities include managing inbound and outbound sales activity, developing new business opportunities, supporting key accounts, preparing quotations, and maintaining accurate CRM and pipeline data. Regular attendance at head office is required, typically two to three times per month. The Skills Experience within food ingredients is essential, either from an internal sales, sales support, product, or commercial background. You will have a good understanding of food manufacturing or food processing environments and be comfortable working with technical or functional ingredient solutions. This role will suit a highly motivated, self-driven individual with a hunter mindset. You will be proactive, organised, and commercially focused, with an appetite for building pipeline, creating opportunities, and driving growth from an internal sales position. Confidence communicating with customers by phone and email is important. BenefitsBenefitsThe package is highly competitive and includes a strong base salary, excellent benefits package, company car allowance or travel support where applicable, and performance-related bonus. The role offers visibility, development, and the opportunity to grow within a business investing in its people and future.
May 16, 2026
Full time
The Company A well-established business operating within the food ingredients and food processing supply chain, supporting food manufacturers and distributors across the UK. The organisation forms part of a wider international group, offering financial stability and long-term investment, while retaining a collaborative, commercial, and people-focused culture locally. The Role This is an internal sales role focused on supporting and driving commercial growth of food ingredient solutions. Based primarily from head office, the position works closely with external sales colleagues and customers to develop opportunities, manage accounts, and build a strong sales pipeline. The role builds on an established customer base and proven platform that is ripe for further growth. Responsibilities include managing inbound and outbound sales activity, developing new business opportunities, supporting key accounts, preparing quotations, and maintaining accurate CRM and pipeline data. Regular attendance at head office is required, typically two to three times per month. The Skills Experience within food ingredients is essential, either from an internal sales, sales support, product, or commercial background. You will have a good understanding of food manufacturing or food processing environments and be comfortable working with technical or functional ingredient solutions. This role will suit a highly motivated, self-driven individual with a hunter mindset. You will be proactive, organised, and commercially focused, with an appetite for building pipeline, creating opportunities, and driving growth from an internal sales position. Confidence communicating with customers by phone and email is important. BenefitsBenefitsThe package is highly competitive and includes a strong base salary, excellent benefits package, company car allowance or travel support where applicable, and performance-related bonus. The role offers visibility, development, and the opportunity to grow within a business investing in its people and future.
The CompanyA well-established specialist operating within the food ingredients and food processing supply chain, supplying chemical and functional ingredient solutions to food manufacturers and distributors across the UK. The business forms part of a wider international group, providing long-term stability and investment, while retaining a collaborative, agile, and people-focused culture at local level. The organisation is known for strong customer relationships, technical capability, and a reputation for quality and reliability.The Role This is a customer-facing commercial role focused on driving growth across food manufacturing and food distribution customers. The position builds on an established customer base and proven platform, with significant opportunity to accelerate growth through new business development and expansion of existing accounts. The role offers high visibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the next phase of the business. Key responsibilities include managing and developing customer relationships, identifying and converting new commercial opportunities, promoting chemical and functional ingredient solutions into food applications, and working closely with internal teams to deliver long-term value. The Skills This role will suit a highly driven sales professional with a hunter mindset. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, commercially sharp, and hungry to succeed. You will be comfortable building and maintaining a healthy pipeline, opening new doors, and gaining momentum from an established platform rather than starting from zero. Experience selling food ingredients or chemical solutions into food manufacturing, food processing, or food distribution environments is highly relevant. You will be organised, resilient, and comfortable working independently while remaining aligned to wider business objectives. A willingness to travel and attend head office (Yorkshire) on a regular basis is expected, typically two to three times per month. BenefitsThe package reflects the seniority and impact of the role and includes a highly competitive base salary, excellent benefits package, company car, and performance-related bonus. The role offers genuine career development, autonomy, and the opportunity to grow with an ambitious business.
May 15, 2026
Full time
The CompanyA well-established specialist operating within the food ingredients and food processing supply chain, supplying chemical and functional ingredient solutions to food manufacturers and distributors across the UK. The business forms part of a wider international group, providing long-term stability and investment, while retaining a collaborative, agile, and people-focused culture at local level. The organisation is known for strong customer relationships, technical capability, and a reputation for quality and reliability.The Role This is a customer-facing commercial role focused on driving growth across food manufacturing and food distribution customers. The position builds on an established customer base and proven platform, with significant opportunity to accelerate growth through new business development and expansion of existing accounts. The role offers high visibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the next phase of the business. Key responsibilities include managing and developing customer relationships, identifying and converting new commercial opportunities, promoting chemical and functional ingredient solutions into food applications, and working closely with internal teams to deliver long-term value. The Skills This role will suit a highly driven sales professional with a hunter mindset. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, commercially sharp, and hungry to succeed. You will be comfortable building and maintaining a healthy pipeline, opening new doors, and gaining momentum from an established platform rather than starting from zero. Experience selling food ingredients or chemical solutions into food manufacturing, food processing, or food distribution environments is highly relevant. You will be organised, resilient, and comfortable working independently while remaining aligned to wider business objectives. A willingness to travel and attend head office (Yorkshire) on a regular basis is expected, typically two to three times per month. BenefitsThe package reflects the seniority and impact of the role and includes a highly competitive base salary, excellent benefits package, company car, and performance-related bonus. The role offers genuine career development, autonomy, and the opportunity to grow with an ambitious business.
Compliance Officer Data Protection Governance Location: Doncaster Salary : £35,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30am - 17.30pm (One hour unpaid for lunch) 40 hours per week. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and proactive Compliance Officer specialising in Data Protection Governance to support and strengthen our data protection, privacy, and information governance framework across our UK food manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and related regulatory obligations while supporting a culture of responsible data handling across our UK operations and ensure we are achieving ISO27001 accreditation. This role requires a practical understanding of governance within a regulated manufacturing environment, including management of employee, supplier, customer, and operational data. Key Responsibilities Data Protection & Governance Assist with the development, maintenance and protection of our organisation s data protection and information governance framework. Monitor compliance with UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, PECR, and relevant industry standards. Maintain and review data protection policies, procedures, records of processing activities (ROPA), and governance controls making recommendations for improvement on a cyclic basis. Conduct data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and legitimate interest assessments (LIAs) to be approved by the Head of compliance. Support privacy-by-design initiatives across business projects and operational changes. Manage data retention schedules and oversee secure disposal practices. Become SME for the organisation's PECR activities alongside the Head of HR & Finance Director. Compliance Monitoring & Risk Management Conduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments across functions. Identify gaps in compliance controls and recommend corrective actions. Investigate and manage data incidents, breaches, and near misses, including ICO reporting where required. Track regulatory developments and provide guidance on emerging privacy and governance risks. Stakeholder Support Promote a culture of accountability and data governance throughout the business. Support internal and external audits relating to compliance and information governance. Third-Party & Supplier Governance Review supplier contracts and data processing agreements. Conduct due diligence on third-party processors and service providers. Monitor international data transfers and associated safeguards. Reporting & Documentation Prepare compliance reports and management updates for senior leadership. Maintain accurate compliance records and evidence for regulatory inspections. Support responses to subject access requests (SARs), data deletion requests, and other data subject rights. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in a data protection, compliance, governance, or privacy role. Strong working knowledge of UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Experience managing compliance within a manufacturing, food production, FMCG, or regulated environment. Understanding of information governance principles and risk management practices. Experience conducting audits, DPIAs, and compliance investigations. Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to engage effectively with operational and corporate stakeholders Desirable Qualifications & Experience Experience working with ISO 27001, BRCGS, or other governance frameworks. Familiarity with cybersecurity and information security controls however, full training will be given on Data Protection Officer duties and technical controls. Knowledge of supplier governance and contract compliance. Personal Attributes High level of integrity and professionalism. Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capability. Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders. Pragmatic and commercially aware approach to compliance. Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Benefits: 3% pension after probation. 28 days holiday Full training provided To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chesterfield Poultry, please do not hesitate to apply.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Compliance Officer Data Protection Governance Location: Doncaster Salary : £35,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30am - 17.30pm (One hour unpaid for lunch) 40 hours per week. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and proactive Compliance Officer specialising in Data Protection Governance to support and strengthen our data protection, privacy, and information governance framework across our UK food manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and related regulatory obligations while supporting a culture of responsible data handling across our UK operations and ensure we are achieving ISO27001 accreditation. This role requires a practical understanding of governance within a regulated manufacturing environment, including management of employee, supplier, customer, and operational data. Key Responsibilities Data Protection & Governance Assist with the development, maintenance and protection of our organisation s data protection and information governance framework. Monitor compliance with UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, PECR, and relevant industry standards. Maintain and review data protection policies, procedures, records of processing activities (ROPA), and governance controls making recommendations for improvement on a cyclic basis. Conduct data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and legitimate interest assessments (LIAs) to be approved by the Head of compliance. Support privacy-by-design initiatives across business projects and operational changes. Manage data retention schedules and oversee secure disposal practices. Become SME for the organisation's PECR activities alongside the Head of HR & Finance Director. Compliance Monitoring & Risk Management Conduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments across functions. Identify gaps in compliance controls and recommend corrective actions. Investigate and manage data incidents, breaches, and near misses, including ICO reporting where required. Track regulatory developments and provide guidance on emerging privacy and governance risks. Stakeholder Support Promote a culture of accountability and data governance throughout the business. Support internal and external audits relating to compliance and information governance. Third-Party & Supplier Governance Review supplier contracts and data processing agreements. Conduct due diligence on third-party processors and service providers. Monitor international data transfers and associated safeguards. Reporting & Documentation Prepare compliance reports and management updates for senior leadership. Maintain accurate compliance records and evidence for regulatory inspections. Support responses to subject access requests (SARs), data deletion requests, and other data subject rights. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in a data protection, compliance, governance, or privacy role. Strong working knowledge of UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Experience managing compliance within a manufacturing, food production, FMCG, or regulated environment. Understanding of information governance principles and risk management practices. Experience conducting audits, DPIAs, and compliance investigations. Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to engage effectively with operational and corporate stakeholders Desirable Qualifications & Experience Experience working with ISO 27001, BRCGS, or other governance frameworks. Familiarity with cybersecurity and information security controls however, full training will be given on Data Protection Officer duties and technical controls. Knowledge of supplier governance and contract compliance. Personal Attributes High level of integrity and professionalism. Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capability. Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders. Pragmatic and commercially aware approach to compliance. Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Benefits: 3% pension after probation. 28 days holiday Full training provided To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chesterfield Poultry, please do not hesitate to apply.
Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, Greencore is one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make everyday taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we employ over 28,000 colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Our products span every meal occasion, and in FY25 our shared passion helped deliver combined revenues of approximately 4bn. Our extensive direct-to-store network ensures fresh and frozen food reaches thousands of stores every day. To support this scale, we are delivering a significant transformation through our Making Business Easier (MBE) programme, and this role is a key part of making that change land successfully. Group Technical Systems To lead the development, governance and continuous improvement of Group Technical systems, data, and processes across all sites. The role ensures robust, standardised and compliant technical systems that support operational excellence, audit readiness, and evolving legislative and customer requirements. What you'll be doing: Site support as requested (remote and on site), prioritised via Heads of Technical and Group Technical Act as escalation point for systems and process challenges, ensure consistent application of policies, systems and standards Lead design, implementation and rollout of Group Technical systems (liaising with IT), ensure systems are standardised and scalable Support testing and continuous improvement Own collection, collation and reporting of Group technical data (e.g. EPR, sustainability), Improve data capture and reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and consistency Design and deliver training for technical systems Build capability across sites by coaching and supporting teams Lead or support Group Technical projects and deliver against agreed plans Attend Group and Category Technical meetings, build cross-functional relationships Influence adoption of best practice Support implementation of new legislation and customer requirements Translate into practical system solutions What you'll need: Degree qualified or equivalent experience Understanding of technical KPIs and continuous improvement Experience of systems implementation and data management Internal audit and compliance knowledge Root cause analysis capability Strong IT/system capability Food safety qualifications (HACCP, Hygiene, TACCP) Allergen management knowledge Coaching and influencing skills Strong communication and presentation skills What you'll get in return: Competitive salary and job-related benefits Competitive matched pension contributions Annual Target Bonus Life insurance up to 4x salary Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on the job training and development opportunities to further your career.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, Greencore is one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make everyday taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we employ over 28,000 colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Our products span every meal occasion, and in FY25 our shared passion helped deliver combined revenues of approximately 4bn. Our extensive direct-to-store network ensures fresh and frozen food reaches thousands of stores every day. To support this scale, we are delivering a significant transformation through our Making Business Easier (MBE) programme, and this role is a key part of making that change land successfully. Group Technical Systems To lead the development, governance and continuous improvement of Group Technical systems, data, and processes across all sites. The role ensures robust, standardised and compliant technical systems that support operational excellence, audit readiness, and evolving legislative and customer requirements. What you'll be doing: Site support as requested (remote and on site), prioritised via Heads of Technical and Group Technical Act as escalation point for systems and process challenges, ensure consistent application of policies, systems and standards Lead design, implementation and rollout of Group Technical systems (liaising with IT), ensure systems are standardised and scalable Support testing and continuous improvement Own collection, collation and reporting of Group technical data (e.g. EPR, sustainability), Improve data capture and reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and consistency Design and deliver training for technical systems Build capability across sites by coaching and supporting teams Lead or support Group Technical projects and deliver against agreed plans Attend Group and Category Technical meetings, build cross-functional relationships Influence adoption of best practice Support implementation of new legislation and customer requirements Translate into practical system solutions What you'll need: Degree qualified or equivalent experience Understanding of technical KPIs and continuous improvement Experience of systems implementation and data management Internal audit and compliance knowledge Root cause analysis capability Strong IT/system capability Food safety qualifications (HACCP, Hygiene, TACCP) Allergen management knowledge Coaching and influencing skills Strong communication and presentation skills What you'll get in return: Competitive salary and job-related benefits Competitive matched pension contributions Annual Target Bonus Life insurance up to 4x salary Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on the job training and development opportunities to further your career.
NEW VACANCY! (PK9266) SENIOR INNOVATION MANAGER - FLEXIBLE PACKAGING HYBRID WORKING - GREATER MANCHESTER / DERBYSHIRE BORDER 50K - 60K DOE + 10% Bonus + Company Car + Healthcare + Hybrid Working My client is a leading packaging manufacturer producing high-quality flexible packaging products to the food, beverage and household sectors. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Innovation Manager to join a leading European-headquartered packaging group. This is a strategic, customer-facing role focused on driving technical excellence, innovation, and value-led solutions across key European accounts. Reporting into a central European leadership team, the successful candidate will predominantly support a major UK-based customer, spending time on-site alongside regular travel to customer locations and remote working. The Role: You will act as the technical and innovation lead for key accounts, working cross-functionally with sales, R&D and operational teams to deliver innovative, sustainable and commercially effective packaging solutions. Key Responsibilities Include: Leading technical innovation and value engineering projects for key customers Understanding and translating customer needs into commercially viable solutions Driving sustainability initiatives, including recyclability and cost optimisation Managing project pipelines and ensuring delivery against agreed targets Coordinating trials, new product introductions and technical developments Acting as a key technical contact for customers, supporting relationships and growth Collaborating with internal European teams across R&D, production and sales Supporting responses to innovation briefs and continuous improvement initiatives Providing technical support during issue resolution to protect brand reputation Working Pattern & Travel Hybrid role: typically, 1-2 days per week on-site Remaining time split between home working and customer visits Regular UK travel (weekly) to customer sites Occasional European travel (typically up to once per month) Candidate Profile Proven experience within flexible packaging (essential) Strong technical background, ideally within food packaging Experience in product development, innovation, or technical project management Knowledge of materials such as films, adhesives, inks and coatings Understanding of form-fill-seal and packaging manufacturing processes Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders across regions Strong communication and customer-facing skills Degree in a technical discipline (e.g. Engineering, Chemistry) preferred but not essential Key Skills Innovation and continuous improvement mindset Strong analytical and problem-solving ability Commercial awareness, customer focus with the ability to influence & build relationships Project and stakeholder management This is a high-impact role offering real visibility within a European structure, ideal for someone looking to combine technical expertise with strategic customer engagement in a dynamic and growing sector.
May 14, 2026
Full time
NEW VACANCY! (PK9266) SENIOR INNOVATION MANAGER - FLEXIBLE PACKAGING HYBRID WORKING - GREATER MANCHESTER / DERBYSHIRE BORDER 50K - 60K DOE + 10% Bonus + Company Car + Healthcare + Hybrid Working My client is a leading packaging manufacturer producing high-quality flexible packaging products to the food, beverage and household sectors. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Innovation Manager to join a leading European-headquartered packaging group. This is a strategic, customer-facing role focused on driving technical excellence, innovation, and value-led solutions across key European accounts. Reporting into a central European leadership team, the successful candidate will predominantly support a major UK-based customer, spending time on-site alongside regular travel to customer locations and remote working. The Role: You will act as the technical and innovation lead for key accounts, working cross-functionally with sales, R&D and operational teams to deliver innovative, sustainable and commercially effective packaging solutions. Key Responsibilities Include: Leading technical innovation and value engineering projects for key customers Understanding and translating customer needs into commercially viable solutions Driving sustainability initiatives, including recyclability and cost optimisation Managing project pipelines and ensuring delivery against agreed targets Coordinating trials, new product introductions and technical developments Acting as a key technical contact for customers, supporting relationships and growth Collaborating with internal European teams across R&D, production and sales Supporting responses to innovation briefs and continuous improvement initiatives Providing technical support during issue resolution to protect brand reputation Working Pattern & Travel Hybrid role: typically, 1-2 days per week on-site Remaining time split between home working and customer visits Regular UK travel (weekly) to customer sites Occasional European travel (typically up to once per month) Candidate Profile Proven experience within flexible packaging (essential) Strong technical background, ideally within food packaging Experience in product development, innovation, or technical project management Knowledge of materials such as films, adhesives, inks and coatings Understanding of form-fill-seal and packaging manufacturing processes Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders across regions Strong communication and customer-facing skills Degree in a technical discipline (e.g. Engineering, Chemistry) preferred but not essential Key Skills Innovation and continuous improvement mindset Strong analytical and problem-solving ability Commercial awareness, customer focus with the ability to influence & build relationships Project and stakeholder management This is a high-impact role offering real visibility within a European structure, ideal for someone looking to combine technical expertise with strategic customer engagement in a dynamic and growing sector.
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD
Caerphilly, Mid Glamorgan
NPD Manager Job Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a New Product Development (NPD) Manager to join a fast-growing and award-winning food manufacturer based in South Wales. With a strong track record of innovation and a dynamic pipeline of new product launches planned over the coming years, the business is currently investing in a brand-new, purpose-built test kitchen to support future growth. This role is ideal for a passionate foodie who enjoys working with ingredients and wants to be hands-on in developing both branded and own-label products from concept to launch. Reporting directly to the Head of Commercial, you'll lead the end-to-end NPD process and manage a small, skilled team including a Packaging Technologist and an NPD Process Technician. Working cross-functionally with Commercial, Technical, Operations, and Marketing teams, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering innovation that meets both customer and commercial needs. Lead and manage the full NPD lifecycle, from initial concept through to market launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and successful project delivery. Oversee and support the development of direct reports in packaging and process development roles. Partner with National Account Managers and Brand teams to translate market insights into winning products. Conduct market trend and competitor analysis to drive innovation and identify opportunities. Manage critical paths, resources, and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery. Maximise use of the new test kitchen facility for creative development, trials, and presentations. Support product trials, shelf-life testing, and internal/external product showcases. NPD Manager Job Requirements Strong background in food NPD, ideally within dairy, spreads, or similar chilled categories. Passion for food, ingredients, and innovation. Proven experience managing the concept-to-launch process. Skilled in leading and developing teams. Excellent communication and project management skills. Ability to work collaboratively across multiple functions and levels. NPD Manager Salary & Benefits 50,000- 55,000 salary 33 days holiday Full benefits to be discussed Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
NPD Manager Job Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a New Product Development (NPD) Manager to join a fast-growing and award-winning food manufacturer based in South Wales. With a strong track record of innovation and a dynamic pipeline of new product launches planned over the coming years, the business is currently investing in a brand-new, purpose-built test kitchen to support future growth. This role is ideal for a passionate foodie who enjoys working with ingredients and wants to be hands-on in developing both branded and own-label products from concept to launch. Reporting directly to the Head of Commercial, you'll lead the end-to-end NPD process and manage a small, skilled team including a Packaging Technologist and an NPD Process Technician. Working cross-functionally with Commercial, Technical, Operations, and Marketing teams, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering innovation that meets both customer and commercial needs. Lead and manage the full NPD lifecycle, from initial concept through to market launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and successful project delivery. Oversee and support the development of direct reports in packaging and process development roles. Partner with National Account Managers and Brand teams to translate market insights into winning products. Conduct market trend and competitor analysis to drive innovation and identify opportunities. Manage critical paths, resources, and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery. Maximise use of the new test kitchen facility for creative development, trials, and presentations. Support product trials, shelf-life testing, and internal/external product showcases. NPD Manager Job Requirements Strong background in food NPD, ideally within dairy, spreads, or similar chilled categories. Passion for food, ingredients, and innovation. Proven experience managing the concept-to-launch process. Skilled in leading and developing teams. Excellent communication and project management skills. Ability to work collaboratively across multiple functions and levels. NPD Manager Salary & Benefits 50,000- 55,000 salary 33 days holiday Full benefits to be discussed Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Are you ready to take the lead in crafting innovative, delicious products for some of the UK's top retailers and brands? We're on the hunt for a NPD Technologist to join our client's forward-thinking team, where your expertise will drive ground-breaking product innovation. This is a customer-facing role that blends creativity, technical skill, and strategic insight. You'll be the linchpin between customer collaboration and the creation of exceptional products, helping shape the future of the food industry. What you'll be doing: Leading end-to-end product development projects, from concept to commercialization. Collaborating with customers to understand their needs and deliver tailored, innovative solutions. Staying ahead of the curve by researching and interpreting market trends. Overseeing trials and ensuring products meet the highest quality and regulatory standards. Delivering polished proposals and presentations to customers and internal teams. What we're looking for: Proven experience in a food manufacturing or NPD environment. A passion for innovation, with a track record of developing standout products. Exceptional communication skills and confidence in customer-facing interactions. A proactive, solution-focused mindset with excellent project management abilities. Why join us? Be at the forefront of food innovation, working on exciting projects for leading retailers and brands. Collaborate with a talented, passionate team in a fast-paced environment. Make your mark on products that delight customers and shape industry trends. If you're a driven, creative professional with a love for food and innovation, this is your chance to step into a senior role with a company where your ideas will shine. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Are you ready to take the lead in crafting innovative, delicious products for some of the UK's top retailers and brands? We're on the hunt for a NPD Technologist to join our client's forward-thinking team, where your expertise will drive ground-breaking product innovation. This is a customer-facing role that blends creativity, technical skill, and strategic insight. You'll be the linchpin between customer collaboration and the creation of exceptional products, helping shape the future of the food industry. What you'll be doing: Leading end-to-end product development projects, from concept to commercialization. Collaborating with customers to understand their needs and deliver tailored, innovative solutions. Staying ahead of the curve by researching and interpreting market trends. Overseeing trials and ensuring products meet the highest quality and regulatory standards. Delivering polished proposals and presentations to customers and internal teams. What we're looking for: Proven experience in a food manufacturing or NPD environment. A passion for innovation, with a track record of developing standout products. Exceptional communication skills and confidence in customer-facing interactions. A proactive, solution-focused mindset with excellent project management abilities. Why join us? Be at the forefront of food innovation, working on exciting projects for leading retailers and brands. Collaborate with a talented, passionate team in a fast-paced environment. Make your mark on products that delight customers and shape industry trends. If you're a driven, creative professional with a love for food and innovation, this is your chance to step into a senior role with a company where your ideas will shine. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
About The Role We're looking for Buying Managers across a number of our categories. The Buying Manager will work in planning, sourcing, selecting and negotiating a commercial and competitively priced product range across all channels, whilst maximising sales and margin for the department. Our commercial teams decide what we sell and at what price. We source great products for our customers and negotiate deals with suppliers. And we look for the best local produce, tracking down products around the world to meet constantly changing tastes. Own brands. Value brands. Global brands. We take great pride in them all. You'll help to deliver exceptional, customer-led ranges which drive sales and margin across a specific category. You will build on the capability of our Buying team by engaging with different teams across the business to translate customer buying insights into competitive customer propositions, ensuring quality and value. Some of your responsibilities will include: Developing and delivering the category plan for a high spend, complex area Driving sales and profit through acting on our customer insight to deliver the right range and customer proposition Delivery of margin targets through negotiation and robust supplier plans Delivering our supplier promises (12 point charter) through continuously improving Supplier relationships and engagement with detailed supplier knowledge and regular supplier visits Using your market understanding of the category, including competitor insight to develop compelling category strategies Actively support and promote the high performance culture of the Buying team, including the support of personal and professional growth to encourage colleagues to be the best they can be Helping to deliver a great customer experience - helping them to buy Operating in full compliance with the Grocery Suppliers Code of Practice (GSCOP) This role is based at our fantastic head office in Bradford. Boasting an on-site restaurant, coffee shop, convenience and sample store, prayer room, free parking and regular company-wide events and promotions. Ideally, applicants will live within a reasonable distance of our office. We've built an incredibly diverse business, and we're working hard to make sure we truly represent the communities we serve. One of the best things about working with so many different people is having the opportunity to listen, learn and connect with lots of different views, perspectives and beliefs. For this role, we're looking for someone who has: Track record as a Buying Manager/Senior Buyer/Senior Trader in a similar environment A proven negotiator Proven experience of delivering category strategies in a complex, competitive market A strong customer centricity with a track record of putting the customer first Ability to work at pace, in a fast and flexible environment with drive, energy and enthusiasm Significant commercial understanding with an excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision making background Experience of building relationships at all levels to drive commercial benefits Experience of implementing and driving unified strategies in a complex business environment About The Team At Morrisons, we're the single biggest food manufacturer in the UK, and the only retailer to operate our own processing sites. Which means we're not just responsible for keeping our shelves stocked - we need to stock our manufacturing sites, too. As a true one-of-a-kind business, we curate, arrange and buy everything from raw materials like flour and meat to the products our customers pop in for every day. We negotiate prices and make sure we're able to sell as much as we can. We look at product packaging and quality to help us decide where products will sit in our stores. And when you remember that each category is worth a percentage of our overall £12billion turnover from supermarket sales alone, the impact of each buying team is huge. We work in embedded business teams, so our Buyers sit with their supply chain, finance and technical counterparts, working alongside each other to make decisions and take action quickly. We even have joint targets so that we're unified in our mission to serve our customers. About The Company 15% colleague discount in our stores and online, plus 10% for two friends/family members Car allowance Annual bonus scheme Generous holiday entitlement Company pension contributions Private healthcare Perks with over 850 retailers We're Foodmakers and Shopkeepers and together, we make Morrisons. We're the only UK retailer with our own manufacturing business spread across 18 sites, not to mention nearly 500 stores, we've lots of opportunities for you to play your part. So, whether you want to make the freshest food, sell it, or join us in our head office, we'd love to meet you
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
About The Role We're looking for Buying Managers across a number of our categories. The Buying Manager will work in planning, sourcing, selecting and negotiating a commercial and competitively priced product range across all channels, whilst maximising sales and margin for the department. Our commercial teams decide what we sell and at what price. We source great products for our customers and negotiate deals with suppliers. And we look for the best local produce, tracking down products around the world to meet constantly changing tastes. Own brands. Value brands. Global brands. We take great pride in them all. You'll help to deliver exceptional, customer-led ranges which drive sales and margin across a specific category. You will build on the capability of our Buying team by engaging with different teams across the business to translate customer buying insights into competitive customer propositions, ensuring quality and value. Some of your responsibilities will include: Developing and delivering the category plan for a high spend, complex area Driving sales and profit through acting on our customer insight to deliver the right range and customer proposition Delivery of margin targets through negotiation and robust supplier plans Delivering our supplier promises (12 point charter) through continuously improving Supplier relationships and engagement with detailed supplier knowledge and regular supplier visits Using your market understanding of the category, including competitor insight to develop compelling category strategies Actively support and promote the high performance culture of the Buying team, including the support of personal and professional growth to encourage colleagues to be the best they can be Helping to deliver a great customer experience - helping them to buy Operating in full compliance with the Grocery Suppliers Code of Practice (GSCOP) This role is based at our fantastic head office in Bradford. Boasting an on-site restaurant, coffee shop, convenience and sample store, prayer room, free parking and regular company-wide events and promotions. Ideally, applicants will live within a reasonable distance of our office. We've built an incredibly diverse business, and we're working hard to make sure we truly represent the communities we serve. One of the best things about working with so many different people is having the opportunity to listen, learn and connect with lots of different views, perspectives and beliefs. For this role, we're looking for someone who has: Track record as a Buying Manager/Senior Buyer/Senior Trader in a similar environment A proven negotiator Proven experience of delivering category strategies in a complex, competitive market A strong customer centricity with a track record of putting the customer first Ability to work at pace, in a fast and flexible environment with drive, energy and enthusiasm Significant commercial understanding with an excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision making background Experience of building relationships at all levels to drive commercial benefits Experience of implementing and driving unified strategies in a complex business environment About The Team At Morrisons, we're the single biggest food manufacturer in the UK, and the only retailer to operate our own processing sites. Which means we're not just responsible for keeping our shelves stocked - we need to stock our manufacturing sites, too. As a true one-of-a-kind business, we curate, arrange and buy everything from raw materials like flour and meat to the products our customers pop in for every day. We negotiate prices and make sure we're able to sell as much as we can. We look at product packaging and quality to help us decide where products will sit in our stores. And when you remember that each category is worth a percentage of our overall £12billion turnover from supermarket sales alone, the impact of each buying team is huge. We work in embedded business teams, so our Buyers sit with their supply chain, finance and technical counterparts, working alongside each other to make decisions and take action quickly. We even have joint targets so that we're unified in our mission to serve our customers. About The Company 15% colleague discount in our stores and online, plus 10% for two friends/family members Car allowance Annual bonus scheme Generous holiday entitlement Company pension contributions Private healthcare Perks with over 850 retailers We're Foodmakers and Shopkeepers and together, we make Morrisons. We're the only UK retailer with our own manufacturing business spread across 18 sites, not to mention nearly 500 stores, we've lots of opportunities for you to play your part. So, whether you want to make the freshest food, sell it, or join us in our head office, we'd love to meet you
A Rapidly expanding FMCG Food Manufacturer is working exclusively with me to secure a Supply Chain Export Leader to join their team. The Supply Chain Export Leader will have the opportunity to be part of a continued success story within a business with global reach and who operate in a niche, high premium category from a pallet air freight, to a container road freight or deep sea. Supply Chain Excellence Leader responsibilities include: Administer the documented and logistics process in the business including the liaison with key stakeholders internally and externally. Work closely with key markets: North America, Europe, and parts of Asia Pacific. Logistics organisation, shipping price negotiation and/or monitoring, and customer service engagement. Technical knowledge to include label content and barcodes /product identifiers and an understanding of internal manufacturing key information and processes such as batch coding. Accuracy for customs and shipping records in the written word and numbers (maths) are an essential skill. Must be a team player to naturally deputise their work or hand over for shipping out of normal hours or when on holiday. You will ideally be a Supply Chain Export Leader / Supply Chain & Export professional within a food manufacturing environment. This role will require a very level headed, resourceful troubleshooter with good maths / IT skills. To apply, please email a cv
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
A Rapidly expanding FMCG Food Manufacturer is working exclusively with me to secure a Supply Chain Export Leader to join their team. The Supply Chain Export Leader will have the opportunity to be part of a continued success story within a business with global reach and who operate in a niche, high premium category from a pallet air freight, to a container road freight or deep sea. Supply Chain Excellence Leader responsibilities include: Administer the documented and logistics process in the business including the liaison with key stakeholders internally and externally. Work closely with key markets: North America, Europe, and parts of Asia Pacific. Logistics organisation, shipping price negotiation and/or monitoring, and customer service engagement. Technical knowledge to include label content and barcodes /product identifiers and an understanding of internal manufacturing key information and processes such as batch coding. Accuracy for customs and shipping records in the written word and numbers (maths) are an essential skill. Must be a team player to naturally deputise their work or hand over for shipping out of normal hours or when on holiday. You will ideally be a Supply Chain Export Leader / Supply Chain & Export professional within a food manufacturing environment. This role will require a very level headed, resourceful troubleshooter with good maths / IT skills. To apply, please email a cv
Commercial Finance Manager / Snr Finance Business Partner Your new company Ambitious multi-site and high-growth FMCG / Food business with a group £t/o in excess of £200mn, generating strong profit / EBITDA. This role is working for a key cash-generating site within the group and it will be based in Torbay, South Devon. Your new role This is a commercial finance manager / business partner role and will take ownership of site numbers, working closely with the GM and leadership team.This company has a shared services finance team that will enable you to focus on the commercial operational aspects of the finance function. Duties will include : Financial Analysis & Reporting, delivering accurate profitability analysis by site, customer and product; support weekly reporting cycles and period-end close processes. Operational & Commercial Support, collaborating with factory and commercial teams to improve efficiency, evaluate growth opportunities, and prepare for customer presentations. Preparation of budgets and forecasts, ensuring alignment with business goals and KPI targets. Monitor stock levels, support cash flow forecasting, and ensure foreign currency requirements are planned and funded appropriately. Driving improvements in business intelligence systems, financial modelling, and scenario planning to support strategic decision-making. If you prefer managing staff as well as dealing with technical financial accounts, audit and control, this is probably not the right role. The emphasis here is on commercial finance. The day-to-day work is handled by a shared services team in the head office. What you'll need to succeed Proven commercial finance / finance business partnering background with skills in financial planning gained from a manufacturing background, ideally within the FMCG sector.Advanced Excel proficiency, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, and scenario modelling, with strong data manipulation skills.Experienced in navigating matrix organisations, collaborating effectively across multiple reporting lines.Strong business partnering skillsPreferably qualified in either ACA, ACCA or CIMA What you'll get in return Salary in the region of c£75k (negotiable)Good benefits package + 1 - 2 days a week WFHOpportunity to focus on commercial finance and impact the bottom line What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
Commercial Finance Manager / Snr Finance Business Partner Your new company Ambitious multi-site and high-growth FMCG / Food business with a group £t/o in excess of £200mn, generating strong profit / EBITDA. This role is working for a key cash-generating site within the group and it will be based in Torbay, South Devon. Your new role This is a commercial finance manager / business partner role and will take ownership of site numbers, working closely with the GM and leadership team.This company has a shared services finance team that will enable you to focus on the commercial operational aspects of the finance function. Duties will include : Financial Analysis & Reporting, delivering accurate profitability analysis by site, customer and product; support weekly reporting cycles and period-end close processes. Operational & Commercial Support, collaborating with factory and commercial teams to improve efficiency, evaluate growth opportunities, and prepare for customer presentations. Preparation of budgets and forecasts, ensuring alignment with business goals and KPI targets. Monitor stock levels, support cash flow forecasting, and ensure foreign currency requirements are planned and funded appropriately. Driving improvements in business intelligence systems, financial modelling, and scenario planning to support strategic decision-making. If you prefer managing staff as well as dealing with technical financial accounts, audit and control, this is probably not the right role. The emphasis here is on commercial finance. The day-to-day work is handled by a shared services team in the head office. What you'll need to succeed Proven commercial finance / finance business partnering background with skills in financial planning gained from a manufacturing background, ideally within the FMCG sector.Advanced Excel proficiency, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, and scenario modelling, with strong data manipulation skills.Experienced in navigating matrix organisations, collaborating effectively across multiple reporting lines.Strong business partnering skillsPreferably qualified in either ACA, ACCA or CIMA What you'll get in return Salary in the region of c£75k (negotiable)Good benefits package + 1 - 2 days a week WFHOpportunity to focus on commercial finance and impact the bottom line What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
