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Overview We're looking for a hands on, driven individual with a passion for food, service, and people. This role would suit someone from a catering, contract catering, or events background-whether that's a Chef, Area Support Manager, or an experienced operator ready to step into a more commercial, client facing role. If you're someone who thrives in a fast paced environment, takes pride in delivering great service, and is motivated by making a real difference to customers and teams, this could be the perfect next step for you. As a Catering Account Manager, you'll play a key role in strengthening client relationships, supporting both existing and new business, and bringing our "Passion for Service" to life. The focus is on driving retention, supporting growth, and ensuring our offer remains relevant, engaging, and consistently delivered to a high standard. The ideal candidate will be based in or around Northampton, with the ability to cover a territory spanning Northamptonshire and the M1 corridor across the Midlands and South of England, enabling effective customer engagement and regular on site presence. 4 days per week will be spent in the field with customers with 1 days working from home. Some overnight travel will be required. Due to the nature of this role an Enhanced DBS will be required. Who we are apetito is the UK's leading food supplier to the health and social care sectors serving more than 1,300 care homes, health care and education settings. Our meals are expertly crafted by our dieticians and chefs and then frozen to lock in the goodness. Wiltshire Farm Foods, our sister company, is the UK's largest ready meal supplier cooking and delivering over 330 different delicious frozen ready meals across the UK. Responsibilities Meeting sales targets Growing business with existing customers Maintaining relationships with customers to ensure their continued satisfaction Being a genuine partner to your customers Launching new customers Training staff Improving the dining experience for pupils Sharing our expertise in food and nutrition Helping the nursery/school manage its food budget Working on business development opportunities Contributing to a positive team environment Working effectively alone and in a team Retention Retention is the key challenge of the CDM role. The targets set are to achieve 97% Account & Value retention on existing accounts. Mobilisations A key element of this role is to ensure that we mobilise our service excellently. This will involve introducing our system, training staff and ensuring that they are appropriately skilled to continue the service. Business Development To work closely with and support KAM's to develop group opportunities for further business development. Relationships External relationships are obviously key to the success of this role, but CDM's are required to work closely and collaborate with other divisions, to include Marketing, CS&D and Product development, Healthcare, LA and WFF. The CDM would typically manage a portfolio of around 40 customers with a key focus on budget control, delivering training needs, product presentations and dispute resolution. The role will also be expected to promote apetito throughout the Education marketplace through extensive networking. Qualifications/Personal Qualities Essential skills & Experience: Field based account management experience Highly organised approach to time management Good commercial and analytical acumen Able to identify operational issues quickly and plan an effective solution A consultative approach to influence people and outcomes First rate communication, both written and verbal Confidence in leading of meetings and presenting information Adaptable to relate and engage with staff at all levels including C-suite Proven background in training Desirable: Experience of food/nutritional standards Experience in Catering industry Experience of the Education sector Good Networking experience Degree qualification Food Hygiene training Nutritional training (Dietician, Nutritionist, SALT etc.) Personal Qualities Able to demonstrate gravitas and credibility with senior level stakeholders Resilient, tenacious and determined - persistent in pursuit of achievement Strong influencing, negotiating, listening and communicating skills Strong team working skills at all levels within an organisation, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence in delivery Must display a passion for this role and the business that we operate Due to the geography of this role and the nature of working with customers in school and nursery settings, flexibility with working hours will be needed. Travel to customers across the region and to national events, including overnight stays, will be a regular requirement - typically 1 night per week. A company car is provided to facilitate this and a clean (or virtually clean) driving licence is essential. As this role involves working in settings with children it will require an Enhanced DBS. Company Benefits Competitive salary - accredited Living Wage employer Company car 25 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays Option to purchase up to 5 additional days holiday per year Generous annual bonus scheme Pension scheme - employer matched contributions up to 5% Life assurance scheme worth 2x annual salary Free turkey or voucher at Christmas apetito perks scheme including salary sacrifice options and retail discounts Our Values As a family-owned business, we take great pride in being a company that makes a real difference and is dedicated to creating outstanding meals to be proud of. We develop a range of products designed to enhance health and well being for all our customers. We are driven by a passion for service and dedicated to feeding some of the UK's most vulnerable people. We proudly support British food and farming, focusing on using the best ethical and sustainable produce in alignment with our goal to reach Net Zero by 2040. Our ethical standards are recognised by the ETI and we are an accredited Living Wage employer. Learn more about apetito's commitment to a more sustainable future. We embrace inclusion, empowering individuals from diverse backgrounds. Our commitment to making a real difference extends to customers, communities, and staff and we're on a mission to build an inclusive workplace where everyone reaches their full potential.

Are you obsessed with data, partner success, taking action, and changing the game? If you have a whole lot of hustle and a touch of nerd, come work with Pattern! Pattern accelerates brands on global ecommerce marketplaces leveraging proprietary technology and AI. Utilising more than 46 trillion data points, sophisticated machine learning and AI models, Pattern optimises and automates all levers of ecommerce growth for global brands, including advertising, content management, logistics and fulfilment, pricing, forecasting and customer service. Hundreds of global brands depend on Pattern's ecommerce acceleration platform every day to drive profitable revenue growth across 60+ global marketplaces-including Amazon, eBay, Tmall, TikTok Shop, JD, and Mercado Libre. To learn more, visit We are looking for an Ecommerce Director to join our European Team in London to support the scaling of the business by driving the performance of the brands we represent on Amazon and other Marketplaces. This is a commercial leadership role with Europe wide responsibilities. The role reports into the VP of Ecommerce and it will lead a team of both Senior eCommerce Managers and Senior Advertising Strategists. You will be responsible for the relationship and financial performance of the portfolio of global brands that your team manages. You will support and coach your team in defining and implementing the end to end growth and profitability plan for the portfolio of brands managed by your team by working cross functionally with Operations, Content, Advertising, Creative, Merchandising and Finance. You will also identify opportunities to increase efficiencies and best practices by leading cross functional projects to implement processes to scale the organisation in the EU. You are a strategic and commercial Leader who engages partners and internal stakeholders towards a common goal. You display a high level of emotional intelligence and have a track record of developing people to perform at their best. You have a growth mindset and can lead a team through the ambiguity of fast changing landscapes. Core responsibilities Drive revenue and profit growth for your portfolio of brands in the EU across marketplaces through a data driven approach. Define and execute against a clear end to end plan to achieve targets via promotional planning, seasonal phasing, NPD launches, advertising campaigns, SEO/content optimisation, CX and operational improvements. Director will manage both Senior eCommerce Managers and Senior Advertising Strategists to deliver core commercial objectives across brand and advertising. Proactively manage internal and external stakeholders to ensure that an efficient operation is delivered across the end to end value chain. Lead by example by getting into the details and relentlessly seeking out opportunities to drive sales and remove defects. Own the budgeting process and forward looking plan for your portfolio of brands to include sales, profit margins and investment levels. Build trust with your brand portfolio to deliver outstanding client satisfaction. Have a passion for continuous improvement by using tech to build and automate processes to scale the business at pace. What will I need to thrive in this role? Proven commercial leadership experience working within an ecommerce business, with prior marketplace experience preferable but not required. Demonstrated experience leading and developing teams to achieve business goals. Ability to provide clear direction, foster collaboration, manage performance, and support professional growth. Analytical and able to make sense of data and complexity. Can influence externally and internally to achieve common goals. Able to deal with ambiguity and to thrive in a fast paced, start up type environment by pivoting priorities. A proactive nature, problem and innovative solver. Excellent time management and organisation skills to prioritise workloads effectively. What is the hiring process? An initial phone interview with Pattern's talent acquisition team Focus Interview with our VP of Ecommerce (1 hour) Focus Interview with our Director (1 hour) Additional focus interview with Managing Director (1 hour) Top Grading with HR and Reference collection Offer How can I stand out as an applicant? Be clear, concise and specific when explaining a point (STAR model and answer first are the suggested frameworks). Be prepared to talk about professional accomplishments with specific data to quantify examples. Be ready to talk about how you can add value and be the best addition to the team. Focus on mentioning how you would make a difference at Pattern. Be prepared to talk about any side projects related to data and analytics. We are looking for individuals who are: Game Changers - A game changer is someone who looks at problems with an open mind and shares new ideas with team members, regularly reassesses existing plans and attaches a realistic timeline to goals, makes profitable, productive, and innovative contributions, and actively pursues improvements to Pattern's processes and outcomes. Data Fanatics - A data fanatic is someone who recognises problems and seeks to understand them through data, draws unbiased conclusions based on data that lead to actionable solutions, and continues to track the effects of the solutions using data. Partner Obsessed - An individual who is partner obsessed clearly explains the status of projects to partners and relies on constructive feedback, actively listens to partner's expectations, and delivers results that exceed them, prioritises the needs of your partners, and takes the time to create a personable experience for those interacting with Pattern. Team of Doers - Someone who is a part of a team of doers uplifts team members and recognises the specific contributions, takes initiative to help in any circumstance, actively contributes to supporting improvements, and holds themselves accountable to the team as well as to partners. Why should I work at Pattern? Pattern offers big opportunities to make a difference in the ecommerce industry! We are a company full of talented people that evolve quickly and often. We set big goals, work tirelessly to achieve them, and we love our Pattern community. We also believe in having fun and balancing our lives, so we offer awesome benefits that include: 28 days Holiday (increasing to 32 days with each year of service) Competitive salary and stock option available upon joining Hybrid working (3 days a week in the office Tues Thurs) Private Medical Insurance Enhanced Pension Scheme Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave and pay Nursery Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Work from Anywhere policy for up to 4 weeks a year Free breakfast and snacks in the office Regular company socials

Nursery Manager Are you passionate about plant production, organisation, and making sure the right plants are available at the right time? I'm seeking a Nursery Manager to take the lead in coordinating and optimising nursery programmes that support growing operations. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on planning, collaboration, and problem solving within a dynamic horticultural environment. Key Responsibilities Plan and organise plant production programmes with contracted nurseries Place and manage official plant orders using nursery scorecards Monitor plant availability and report shortages or delays to the Production Department Forecast future plant needs up to two years in advance to secure supply Oversee plant quality and manage plant claims where necessary Coordinate work with the Nursery Coordinator and ensure nursery protocols are followed Lead the development of the annual nursery budget Establish a communication network with backup nurseries to mitigate potential plant shortages Provide regular reporting and maintain strong relationships with nursery partners Throughout the year you'll evaluate and monitor plant performance across a range of crops, you'll assess plant quality, uniformity, packaging readiness, and cold storage material to ensure the highest standards of supply. You'll bring: Strong organisational and planning skills The ability to analyse issues and identify root causes A team focused mindset and excellent communication skills Willingness to travel to nursery locations internationally as required A full driving licence Right to work in the UK Experience in horticulture, plant propagation, or nursery management would be highly advantageous Why Apply? This role offers the chance to influence plant supply strategy, build strong industry relationships, and contribute directly to the success of expanding operations. - Salary to £55k doe - 25 days holiday plus bank holiday - Pension contribution WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Deputy Nursery Manager This is the start of an exciting journey for Yarm School with the opening of the Little Phoenix Nursery, September 2026. It is a chance to help set up and build a nursery that sets the benchmark for quality childcare and early years education in a brand new state of the art facility. Beautiful indoor & outdoor spaces will support the well-being of both children and staff, with the roof terrace offering a unique space to play. Situated close to Yarm high street the Deputy Manager will help build strong relationships with the wider community. While within the nursery they will have the opportunity to guide, coach & mentor educators new to their role, and be central in establishing an outstanding quality of care for babies & children aged 0-3 years. The Deputy Manager supports the Nursery Manager and plays a key leadership role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality childcare, education, and operational excellence. This position requires strong leadership, strategic oversight, and a commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and compliance with all regulatory requirements. The Deputy Nursery Manager deputises fully for the Nursery Manager when required. This job description is not exhaustive but outlines the main responsibilities and expectations of the role. Key Responsibilities Childcare and Education Ensure children in the nursery are safe, supported, and engaged in stimulating, age-appropriate learning and play experiences. Assist with the leadership of all staff, delivering the curriculum effectively and consistently, working with staff and specialists to maintain high standards of practice. Promote strong partnerships with parents, carers, and families, encouraging open communication and active involvement in their child's learning journey. Support and oversee the implementation of inclusive practice, ensuring the effective work of SENCOs and inclusion leads. Undertake the role of Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the nursery and uphold all safeguarding requirements and procedures, working closely with DSL and Safeguarding Team within the school. Ensure nutritional needs of children are met and that Food Safety Regulations are followed at all times incorporating EYFS Nutritional Guidance Ensure full compliance with statutory frameworks (e.g. EYFS, Ofsted, Children Acts 1989 & 2004, and relevant legislation). Keep up to date with developments in childcare and education policy, sharing updates with all staff through a regular cycle of professional learning and appraisal. With the Nursery Manager, work closely with Pre-School at Yarm School to support transition and ensure educational priorities and practices are aligned. Health and Safety Support the Nursery Manager to oversee and implement all health and safety policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Maintain the highest standards of hygiene across childcare, food preparation, and changing areas. Conduct and act on regular risk assessments. Undertake regular fire drills and act as fire warden for the nursery. Support the Nursery Manager to ensure appropriate first aid provision, fire safety, emergency, and security procedures are in place and reviewed. Ensure full COSHH compliance across the nursery by maintaining risk assessments for hazardous substances, overseeing safe storage and use, and training/supervising staff to protect children, staff, and visitors. Assist in managing the building, grounds, furnishings, and equipment effectively. While maintaining a safe and secure site in line with the security policy. Deputise for the Nursery Manager as required for Health and Safety Committee meetings and weekly estates meetings. Operational Leadership Support the Nursery Manager to Ensure compliance with the EYFS, Ofsted, Children Acts 1989 & 2004, Equality Act 2010, Data Protection Act 2018, and UK GDPR. Liaise with Ofsted (or relevant regulator) and ensure readiness for inspections, implementing recommendations where required. Liaise with the central HR team to ensure all staff hold up-to-date enhanced DBS (or equivalent) checks. Oversee trainee placements, students, and volunteers, ensuring effective supervision, without compromising the delivery of outstanding provision to children and families. Work with local training providers (colleges, universities etc) to build positive relationships and ensure high quality trainees are sourced and supported Assume the full duties of the Nursery Manager in their absence. Deputise for the Nursery Manager as required to chair staff meetings, ensuring agendas and minutes are maintained. Staff Leadership and Development Promote Yarm School values and ethos in daily practice of all staff, fostering a culture of excellence and professionalism Lead, supervise, and support all nursery staff including cooks, cleaners, students, and volunteers in conjunction with the Nursery Manager. Assist in the recruitment, induction, and appraisal of staff, ensuring high quality throughout the team. Support the management of rotas, schedules, and staffing levels in line with regulatory requirements. With the Nursery Manager, provide individual supervision, appraisals, and detailed performance reviews. Identify training needs, implement development plans, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Marketing, Communication and Engagement Act as an ambassador for Yarm School, consistently upholding and promoting the school's values, ethos, and reputation within the nursery setting. Assist in planning, organising, and delivering engaging Open Events for the nursery. Identify and be able to communicate USPs with current and prospective parents, staff and visitors. Contribute to and be involved in out of working hours activities, for example, training, staff meetings, social/fundraising activities etc. Build and maintain strong relationships with parents, carers, staff, and external agencies, building trust and confidence in Yarm School as a provider of exceptional education. Support the use of social media and other platforms to enhance reputation and engagement. Assist with the coordination of a regular cycle of parent events and forums to strengthen family partnerships. Administration & Records Ensure accurate and timely record-keeping for children, staff, and regulatory purposes. Maintain inventories, order resources, and ensure efficient use of nursery systems/software. Ensure compliance with data protection legislation in all aspects of administration. General Responsibilities Act as a role model, demonstrating best practice and embodying organisational values. Be flexible within working practices of the setting, undertaking other responsible duties where needed, such as domestic tasks, preparation of snack meals, cleaning of equipment etc. Undertake additional duties as required, adapting flexibly to organisational needs. About You We are seeking a dedicated, forward-thinking and ambitious Deputy Nursery Manager who is committed to providing outstanding childcare and early years education. You will bring energy, vision, and strategic leadership to the role, ensuring the very best outcomes for children, families, and staff. You will have excellent communication skills, enabling you to build strong relationships with children, parents, colleagues, and external partners. A problem-solver with the ability to lead change, you will inspire confidence and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Qualifications and Experience Level 3 or above in Childcare/Early Years (e.g. NNEB, CACHE, BTEC National Diploma, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent). A minimum of 3 years experience in a senior leadership or management role within early years. Approved Paediatric First Aid qualification Previous experience as a Deputy Nursery Manager (or equivalent leadership role) is essential. Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, develop, and motivate staff teams. Proven track record of driving improvements, raising standards, and managing change effectively. Strong understanding of safeguarding. A strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and commitment to delivering high-quality childcare and early education. Personal Attributes Passionate about early years education and child development. Commercially aware, organised, and able to balance strategy with daily operations. Confident leader with empathy, integrity, and resilience. Skilled communicator who builds strong relationships with families, staff, and external partners. Solution-focused and adaptable in a fast-paced environment. Committed to ongoing personal and professional growth. Ambitious to develop and deliver early years education of the highest quality. Contractual Matters Salary; £32,000 - £36,000 per year (starting salary dependent upon experience) 40 hours per week; daily shifts will vary and be on a rota between 7.15am and 6.15pm. Full year contract. Holiday leave; 21 days plus bank holidays, plus 4 additional days towards Christmas closure. The nursery is closed over the Christmas period . click apply for full job details

Role Overview: Build Something Amazing from Day One at Busy Bees! This is your chance to lead, shape, and create something truly special ! Busy Bees is opening a brand-new centre in Whitstable , this October and were looking for a visionary Nursery Manager to set the tone and establish excellence from day one, giving our children the best start in life click apply for full job details

Role Overview: Join the Buzz at Our BRAND-NEW Busy Bees Nursery in Whitstable! A brand-new nursery. A golden opportunity. This summer, Busy Bees is launching an exciting nursery in Whitstable , and we need a passionate, dedicated Assistant Nursery Manager to join us in giving our children the best start in life! With space to welcome up to 110 little learners , this state-of-the-art setting is designed t click apply for full job details

TEAMBULK ARE HIRING A COMMERCIAL FINANCE MANAGER Bulk is on an incredible journey, with a mission to move the business from a manufacturing led retailer to a destination brand for active nutrition. We are shaking up the sports nutrition industry through disruptive marketing campaigns that help people think differently about our brand - and we want you to be a part of it! We want passionate risk takers. We want people that like to challenge our thinking. We want people that live and breathe digital and have an affinity to the world of nutrition, health, fitness, and sports. IN A NUTSHELL We're looking for a Commercial Finance Manager to develop and lead commercial finance business partnering across Bulk , leveraging AI driven insights and modelling. You'll play a key role in supporting stakeholders across all functions, and use your financial expertise to deliver predictive insights, automate reporting, and enhance decision making at scale. As Bulk continues its rapid expansion, this role will be pivotal in embedding data led and AI enabled decision frameworks across the business. WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING? KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Take ownership of financial planning and analysis across all functional areas, embedding data driven and AI enabled approaches. Support and upskill the wider Finance team in adopting new tools, automation and AI driven workflows. Promote best practices in financial governance and analytical thinking. PLANNING & MODELLING Run the annual budget and reforecast, incorporating driver based modelling techniques, working with the wider Finance team to ensure accuracy and granularity of the targets issued to budget holders. Develop and maintain dynamic financial models that integrate real time data and enable scenario simulation. Enhance forecasting accuracy through the use of statistical methods and AI assisted tools. Lead the evolution from static planning cycles to continuous, data driven forecasting. REPORTING & INSIGHT Ensure that financial analysis supports the key decision makers in the business and that they have the tools to best appraise their performance. Proactively identify risks and opportunities, scope them and offer advice and guidance to the relevant stakeholders. Be the bridge between analytical support and commercial decision making, help to guide the business in such a way to maximise the top and bottom line. AI, DATA & AUTOMATION Identify opportunities to leverage AI to enhance forecasting accuracy, scenario planning and commercial decision making. Partner with Data/Tech teams to develop scalable data models, dashboards and decision support tools. Drive automation of reporting and analysis processes to reduce manual workload and increase speed of insight. Translate complex data outputs into clear, actionable commercial recommendations. Champion a data driven culture across the business, improving data literacy among stakeholders. WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR? Proven experience in Commercial Finance, FP&A or Business Partnering roles within a fast paced, high growth environment (ideally FMCG or retail/eComm). Advanced Excel / Google Sheets skills (complex modelling, scenario analysis, large dataset handling). Experience working with BI tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, Looker) to support reporting and insight delivery. Track record of improving or automating reporting processes using tools, templates or AI assisted workflows. Experience translating data into clear, commercially actionable insights for stakeholders. Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent experience. Highly commercial mindset, with the ability to link financial analysis to real business decisions and outcomes. Curious and proactive, with a drive to continuously improve processes and ways of working. Strong problem solving ability, comfortable working with imperfect data and ambiguity. Clear and confident communicator, able to simplify complex analysis for non finance stakeholders. Naturally adopts new tools and technologies (including AI) to increase speed, quality and impact of work. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to challenge and influence where needed. NICE TO HAVES Familiarity with AI tools for automating analysis, building models, or enhancing workflows. Experience building dashboards or self serve reporting tools. Experience driving efficiency improvements or automation within finance processes. Experience partnering with Data or Tech teams on analytics or reporting improvements. WHAT ARE THE GAINS? Monthly Bulk Bank Benefits Allowance including a subsidised Gym Membership. A day off to celebrate your Birthday. PerkBox Subscription. 60% discount on all Bulk products. Flexi Start. Additional Annual Leave (optional). Teammate Pension Scheme. Life Assurance. Medicash. A day off for Volunteering (optional). Cycle to Work Scheme. Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave and workplace nursery scheme. Bulk Pantry. Happy Hour Drinks Fridge (Thursdays & Fridays). Summer Working Hours. LOCATION London, Liverpool Street HYBRID 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home OUR COMMITMENT Bulk is a place where employees have a voice fundamental to our success as a business. Building a diverse and inclusive team enables us to reach and connect with our global customers, from developing delicious recipes to how our brand is built and perceived. Regardless of age, disability, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, education, neurodiversity or any protected characteristic, if you are a passionate risk taker and eager to make a difference in sports nutrition, we want to hear from you. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. PRIVACY Bulk takes your privacy seriously and will only use your personal information to administer your application for this role. When you apply, we shall process your details for this vacancy only and we will not pass your details onto a third party. We may contact you by email, text or telephone about the progress of your application. This processing is conducted lawfully on the basis of legitimate interests.