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Zest
NPD Manager
Zest
Are you an experienced NPD professional with a passion for innovation and a talent for bringing products to life? We're partnering with a well-established business in Buckinghamshire that is looking to appoint a confident and commercially aware NPD Manager to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proven NPD leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working closely with major retailers to deliver successful product launches. The Role As NPD Manager, you will take ownership of the end-to-end product development process - from concept through to launch - ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standard. You'll work cross-functionally with internal teams and act as a key point of contact for retail customers, presenting ideas and managing expectations throughout the development cycle. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage multiple NPD projects from concept to launch Drive innovation aligned with customer and market trends Build and maintain strong relationships with retail customers Present concepts and product updates confidently to external stakeholders Collaborate cross-functionally across technical, commercial, and operations teams Ensure project timelines, budgets, and critical paths are effectively managed About You: Established NPD experience within a relevant FMCG or manufacturing environment Strong project management capability with proven delivery of successful launches Confident in customer-facing situations, ideally with retailer exposure Commercially astute with an innovation-focused mindset Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities What's on Offer: Hybrid working (typically 2 days from home, depending on business needs) A collaborative and forward-thinking culture The opportunity to make a real impact within an innovation-led business If you're looking for a role where you can combine creativity, customer engagement, and structured project delivery - we'd love to hear from you. 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)
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced NPD professional with a passion for innovation and a talent for bringing products to life? We're partnering with a well-established business in Buckinghamshire that is looking to appoint a confident and commercially aware NPD Manager to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proven NPD leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working closely with major retailers to deliver successful product launches. The Role As NPD Manager, you will take ownership of the end-to-end product development process - from concept through to launch - ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standard. You'll work cross-functionally with internal teams and act as a key point of contact for retail customers, presenting ideas and managing expectations throughout the development cycle. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage multiple NPD projects from concept to launch Drive innovation aligned with customer and market trends Build and maintain strong relationships with retail customers Present concepts and product updates confidently to external stakeholders Collaborate cross-functionally across technical, commercial, and operations teams Ensure project timelines, budgets, and critical paths are effectively managed About You: Established NPD experience within a relevant FMCG or manufacturing environment Strong project management capability with proven delivery of successful launches Confident in customer-facing situations, ideally with retailer exposure Commercially astute with an innovation-focused mindset Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities What's on Offer: Hybrid working (typically 2 days from home, depending on business needs) A collaborative and forward-thinking culture The opportunity to make a real impact within an innovation-led business If you're looking for a role where you can combine creativity, customer engagement, and structured project delivery - we'd love to hear from you. 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)
Mackie Myers
FP&A Manager
Mackie Myers Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
FP&A Manager Contract: 6-Months Location: Cambridgeshire (Hybrid, 3-4 days per week on-site) Start: ASAP Sector: FMCG Daily Rate: £425-600 Role overview: An established FMCG business in Cambridgeshire is seeking an experienced FP&A Manager to strengthen the accuracy, structure and reliability of financial data across the organisation. The business has identified a clear need for improved insight, consistency and data quality to support better planning and decision-making. This role will work closely with Divisional Finance Directors and Financial Controllers to build a more robust FP&A environment and ensure reporting is fit for purpose across the group. The role will also support an ERP upgrade, helping shape data requirements and ensuring FP&A processes align with the future system landscape. Key responsibilities: Take ownership of FP&A reporting and the accuracy of reported financials, ensuring consistency across divisions. Build standardised FP&A processes covering budgeting, forecasting, reporting and performance analysis. Partner with Divisional Finance Directors and Managing Directors to improve insight, challenge assumptions and support decision-making. Review and improve data structures, reporting flows and information accessibility across the business. Create and enhance financial models to consolidate divisional results, incorporating KPIs and additional data to improve clarity for board-level reporting. Introduce automation and AI-enabled approaches to reduce manual work and improve reporting efficiency. Support the ERP upgrade by shaping FP&A data requirements and ensuring reporting processes are aligned with the future system. Key Skill set: ACA or CIMA (or similar) Qualified Accountant with 4+ years PQE experience Strong FP&A experience at manager level, ideally within FMCG, Manufacturing environments. A proven track record of partnering with senior stakeholders, including Finance Directors and Managing Directors. Experience improving or building FP&A frameworks where data quality, structure and consistency need development. Confidence working with inconsistent or incomplete data and creating clarity from complexity. Experience developing financial models that consolidate multiple business units and enhance reporting quality. Familiarity with automation, AI-driven reporting or modern finance tooling. Experience supporting or working alongside ERP upgrades or system transitions.
Apr 22, 2026
Contractor
FP&A Manager Contract: 6-Months Location: Cambridgeshire (Hybrid, 3-4 days per week on-site) Start: ASAP Sector: FMCG Daily Rate: £425-600 Role overview: An established FMCG business in Cambridgeshire is seeking an experienced FP&A Manager to strengthen the accuracy, structure and reliability of financial data across the organisation. The business has identified a clear need for improved insight, consistency and data quality to support better planning and decision-making. This role will work closely with Divisional Finance Directors and Financial Controllers to build a more robust FP&A environment and ensure reporting is fit for purpose across the group. The role will also support an ERP upgrade, helping shape data requirements and ensuring FP&A processes align with the future system landscape. Key responsibilities: Take ownership of FP&A reporting and the accuracy of reported financials, ensuring consistency across divisions. Build standardised FP&A processes covering budgeting, forecasting, reporting and performance analysis. Partner with Divisional Finance Directors and Managing Directors to improve insight, challenge assumptions and support decision-making. Review and improve data structures, reporting flows and information accessibility across the business. Create and enhance financial models to consolidate divisional results, incorporating KPIs and additional data to improve clarity for board-level reporting. Introduce automation and AI-enabled approaches to reduce manual work and improve reporting efficiency. Support the ERP upgrade by shaping FP&A data requirements and ensuring reporting processes are aligned with the future system. Key Skill set: ACA or CIMA (or similar) Qualified Accountant with 4+ years PQE experience Strong FP&A experience at manager level, ideally within FMCG, Manufacturing environments. A proven track record of partnering with senior stakeholders, including Finance Directors and Managing Directors. Experience improving or building FP&A frameworks where data quality, structure and consistency need development. Confidence working with inconsistent or incomplete data and creating clarity from complexity. Experience developing financial models that consolidate multiple business units and enhance reporting quality. Familiarity with automation, AI-driven reporting or modern finance tooling. Experience supporting or working alongside ERP upgrades or system transitions.
Greencore (Formally Bakkavor Group)
SHE Manager - South West
Greencore (Formally Bakkavor Group)
SHE Manager - Greencore Desserts Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, competitive matched Pension contributions, Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Dual site, Highbridge and Devizes Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work: 08:30am-17:00pm (flexible as per business needs) Contract Type: Permanent Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Our site in Highbridge, Somerset, specialises in producing a range of chilled desserts, including cheesecakes, tarts, and sponges. The site employs over 560 people and operates in a fast-paced, high-quality production environment. Our site in Devizes, Wiltshire, specialises in chilled desserts, including tarts, doughnuts, crumbles, pies, and pastries. The site employs over 580 people and is located close to Swindon, producing high-quality products at scale. What you'll be doing You will lead on ensuring a positive safety culture for the site and be responsible for coordinating the activities required to meet Greencore Health, Safety & Environmental standards. You will be adapt at taking an active role in leading a positive safety culture behaviour and be a visible presence to the operation. The ability to challenge and drive change is key alongside being personable, passionate and having the energy to bring this role to life. Role Accountabilities: Your responsibilities as Site SHE Manager are to: Devise and implement SHE strategies to enable the delivery of a proactive SHE culture providing a valuable competitive edge to the business through the behaviour of its people. Ensure all Health, Safety and Environment legal requirements, policies, standards, procedures are interpreted, communicated, documented and systems exist to ensure the Business Unit is compliant with current legislation and Bakkavor policy regarding SHE. Develop, implement, maintain, communicate and continuously improve the Health, Safety and Environment management system for the business, ensuring that all relevant paperwork and reports are completed and issued to relevant parties as required. Design, implement, monitor and report SHE performance, analyse trends and develop actions plans to deliver targets regarding SHE. Identification and coordination of SHE training and development for managers, enabling effective management of SHE in every respect and ensuring that key personnel involved in Health & Safety activities are competent to fulfil their responsibilities. Promote and drive a culture of continuous improvement of Health & Safety and best environmental practice through the effective engagement of the workforce. Ensure all incidents are investigated, recorded and reported, identifying and recommending improved practices to reduce accidents. Notification of incidents to enforcement authorities as required. Monitor risk assessment process and provide assistance / advice to assessors to ensure risk assessments / safe systems of work are maintained and meet regulatory requirements. Co-ordinate Business Unit actions with regard to enforcement authorities / loss adjusters and that any communications are reported to the Head of Operations. What we're looking for: Diploma level NEBOSH H&S and Environmental qualification or equivalent. Significant experience in a senior Health & Safety role working for an organisation with a large number of employees and with vast amounts of different equipment and machines. Passionate about SHE and ability to influence at a senior level and champion change / implementation at all levels. Strong communication skills both in terms of verbal / presentation skills and written documentation and a team player. Demonstrable compliance to legislation and use of problem solving skills / personal judgement as well as policy adherence in order to make optimum business decisions. We're proud to be recognised in the Gender Equity Measure Top 100 for our commitment to gender equality. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return • Competitive salary and job-related benefits • Holidays • Competitive matched pension contributions • 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.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
SHE Manager - Greencore Desserts Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, competitive matched Pension contributions, Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Dual site, Highbridge and Devizes Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work: 08:30am-17:00pm (flexible as per business needs) Contract Type: Permanent Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Our site in Highbridge, Somerset, specialises in producing a range of chilled desserts, including cheesecakes, tarts, and sponges. The site employs over 560 people and operates in a fast-paced, high-quality production environment. Our site in Devizes, Wiltshire, specialises in chilled desserts, including tarts, doughnuts, crumbles, pies, and pastries. The site employs over 580 people and is located close to Swindon, producing high-quality products at scale. What you'll be doing You will lead on ensuring a positive safety culture for the site and be responsible for coordinating the activities required to meet Greencore Health, Safety & Environmental standards. You will be adapt at taking an active role in leading a positive safety culture behaviour and be a visible presence to the operation. The ability to challenge and drive change is key alongside being personable, passionate and having the energy to bring this role to life. Role Accountabilities: Your responsibilities as Site SHE Manager are to: Devise and implement SHE strategies to enable the delivery of a proactive SHE culture providing a valuable competitive edge to the business through the behaviour of its people. Ensure all Health, Safety and Environment legal requirements, policies, standards, procedures are interpreted, communicated, documented and systems exist to ensure the Business Unit is compliant with current legislation and Bakkavor policy regarding SHE. Develop, implement, maintain, communicate and continuously improve the Health, Safety and Environment management system for the business, ensuring that all relevant paperwork and reports are completed and issued to relevant parties as required. Design, implement, monitor and report SHE performance, analyse trends and develop actions plans to deliver targets regarding SHE. Identification and coordination of SHE training and development for managers, enabling effective management of SHE in every respect and ensuring that key personnel involved in Health & Safety activities are competent to fulfil their responsibilities. Promote and drive a culture of continuous improvement of Health & Safety and best environmental practice through the effective engagement of the workforce. Ensure all incidents are investigated, recorded and reported, identifying and recommending improved practices to reduce accidents. Notification of incidents to enforcement authorities as required. Monitor risk assessment process and provide assistance / advice to assessors to ensure risk assessments / safe systems of work are maintained and meet regulatory requirements. Co-ordinate Business Unit actions with regard to enforcement authorities / loss adjusters and that any communications are reported to the Head of Operations. What we're looking for: Diploma level NEBOSH H&S and Environmental qualification or equivalent. Significant experience in a senior Health & Safety role working for an organisation with a large number of employees and with vast amounts of different equipment and machines. Passionate about SHE and ability to influence at a senior level and champion change / implementation at all levels. Strong communication skills both in terms of verbal / presentation skills and written documentation and a team player. Demonstrable compliance to legislation and use of problem solving skills / personal judgement as well as policy adherence in order to make optimum business decisions. We're proud to be recognised in the Gender Equity Measure Top 100 for our commitment to gender equality. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return • Competitive salary and job-related benefits • Holidays • Competitive matched pension contributions • 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.
E3 Recruitment
Project Manager
E3 Recruitment Huddersfield, Yorkshire
Job Title: Project Manager (Manufacturing) Location: Huddersfield Job Type: Full-Time/Permanent Department: Projects / Operations Salary: 50,000 to 55,000 + Benefits DOE About the Business We are working on behalf of a global manufacturing organisation within the defence and engineering sector, supplying into MOD programmes and currently undergoing significant transformation and growth. As part of this expansion, they are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their team and take ownership of complex, high-value projects. The Role As Project Manager, you will act as the Project Owner with full accountability for execution and delivery across the entire project lifecycle. You will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered in line with scope, schedule, budget, and contractual requirements. Working within a cross functional environment, you will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, commercial, and finance teams to ensure robust planning, governance, and performance throughout delivery. You will also act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, driving clear communication and building strong, trusted relationships. This is a hands-on role requiring strong leadership, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end delivery of projects, maintaining full accountability for performance against scope, schedule, budget, and contractual deliverables Manage contracts and project deliverables, ensuring all obligations, milestones, and customer expectations are achieved Develop and execute robust project management plans, ensuring adherence to governance frameworks and internal controls Identify, assess, and manage risks, issues, and change control processes to minimise impact on delivery Oversee financial performance, including forecasting, milestone tracking, and reporting, while providing clear updates to senior stakeholders Ideal Candidate Profile We are looking for a confident and driven Project Manager with strong leadership capability and a proven track record of delivering complex projects. Essential: Proven experience in Project Management (formal qualification desirable) Strong understanding of project delivery within manufacturing, engineering, or technical environments Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities Experience managing project financials, forecasting, and reporting Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Project) Desirable: Background in mechanical engineering or manufacturing environments Experience working within defence or regulated industries preferred but not essential Understanding of risk management, governance, and change control processes Career Progression & Development As the organisation continues to grow, this role offers clear progression into senior project leadership or programme management positions. You will be part of a collaborative and supportive team with access to ongoing professional development. What We Offer 50,000 to 55,000 Per annum DOE 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Flexible working hours (core hours required) with the option to work 1 day per week from home Company pension and healthcare options Opportunities for career development and training A supportive and innovative working environment Working Hours 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (additional hours may be required to meet business needs) To apply, please click the apply button or contact Tracie Norton for more details.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Project Manager (Manufacturing) Location: Huddersfield Job Type: Full-Time/Permanent Department: Projects / Operations Salary: 50,000 to 55,000 + Benefits DOE About the Business We are working on behalf of a global manufacturing organisation within the defence and engineering sector, supplying into MOD programmes and currently undergoing significant transformation and growth. As part of this expansion, they are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their team and take ownership of complex, high-value projects. The Role As Project Manager, you will act as the Project Owner with full accountability for execution and delivery across the entire project lifecycle. You will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered in line with scope, schedule, budget, and contractual requirements. Working within a cross functional environment, you will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, commercial, and finance teams to ensure robust planning, governance, and performance throughout delivery. You will also act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, driving clear communication and building strong, trusted relationships. This is a hands-on role requiring strong leadership, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end delivery of projects, maintaining full accountability for performance against scope, schedule, budget, and contractual deliverables Manage contracts and project deliverables, ensuring all obligations, milestones, and customer expectations are achieved Develop and execute robust project management plans, ensuring adherence to governance frameworks and internal controls Identify, assess, and manage risks, issues, and change control processes to minimise impact on delivery Oversee financial performance, including forecasting, milestone tracking, and reporting, while providing clear updates to senior stakeholders Ideal Candidate Profile We are looking for a confident and driven Project Manager with strong leadership capability and a proven track record of delivering complex projects. Essential: Proven experience in Project Management (formal qualification desirable) Strong understanding of project delivery within manufacturing, engineering, or technical environments Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities Experience managing project financials, forecasting, and reporting Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Project) Desirable: Background in mechanical engineering or manufacturing environments Experience working within defence or regulated industries preferred but not essential Understanding of risk management, governance, and change control processes Career Progression & Development As the organisation continues to grow, this role offers clear progression into senior project leadership or programme management positions. You will be part of a collaborative and supportive team with access to ongoing professional development. What We Offer 50,000 to 55,000 Per annum DOE 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Flexible working hours (core hours required) with the option to work 1 day per week from home Company pension and healthcare options Opportunities for career development and training A supportive and innovative working environment Working Hours 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (additional hours may be required to meet business needs) To apply, please click the apply button or contact Tracie Norton for more details.
Senior Manager, Supply Chain & Operations - Manufacturing
Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd
Senior Manager, Supply Chain & Operations - Manufacturing Location: London Other locations: Anywhere in Country Date: Apr 18, 2026 Requisition ID: The Opportunity Leverage and expand your experience in manufacturing operational performance improvement, innovation and technology to be at the forefront of shaping our clients' manufacturing practices and leading their strategy, manufacturing excellence, digital, automation & AI journey. Develop and impart your experience on those you work with to help create the next generation of supply chain leaders. We value curious thinkers who have the courage to lead, great communicators who do not take themselves too seriously, flexible collaborators who build relationships based on doing the right thing and innovative problem-solvers who use their experience to find a better way to support and bring value to our clients. EY has two key service offerings within our manufacturing practice: Manufacturing Excellence Revolutionise manufacturing practices through our EY operating manufacturing methodology Coaching and training core manufacturing clients in new ways of working Digitising manufacturing daily management systems to improve factory performance Digital Manufacturing Building digital roadmaps and business cases Programme management and system integration roles within large digital transformations Advising clients on leading digital practices Develop manufacturing solution playbooks to enable clients to deliver digital transformation Your Key Responsibilities Managing complete programme governance; strategy, framework, and standard development Own financials and resource staffing for complex programmes or several different client programmes Able to advise clients of the leading practice in this field ensuring that we build credibility and deep relationships Identifying, perusing and closing opportunities within all programmes/clients to grow the business Management, creation, and execution of client RfP responses e.g., manufacturing transformations / architecture designs and diagnostics Model detailed business cases across clients' networks to justify investing in manufacturing excellence and digital deployment Advising clients on top stops, loss analysis and countermeasures to reduce critical losses Deep understanding of manufacturing excellence practices; IWS / RTT methodology and coaching plant teams to improve operational performance Develop technical requirements, use cases, reference architectures and translate into specifications for manufacturing solutions to ensure a consistent approach as well as tangible value delivery Coordinate proof of values/concepts and efforts for digitally enabled manufacturing excellence use cases demonstrating tangible manufacturing loss reduction Manage stakeholder engagement and drive global solution adoption Manage alignment between digital solution and traditional production excellence methods and develop global, regional and factory roadmaps and deployment plans Focus on Our Clients Build, maintain and strengthen relationships and be a trusted advisor in Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Operations Be adept at problem-solving with clients and project teams, leveraging your skills to help manage projects to completion Develop experience and relationships across several clients over time often as part of a team from different parts of EY, whilst being able to maintain focus on current project delivery Develop Our Business Contribute to the development of proposals to showcase our leading practices and credentials Engage the market with thought leadership and public profile and contribute to enhancing our methodologies Work across our internal sector fields of play account teams to develop your network, bringing expertise to bear Drive Operational Excellence Support successful delivery of projects and workstreams as forecast to time and budget Help ensure the quality of our delivery exceeds client expectations by effectively managing activities and deliverables within your remit Develop Our People Manage and nurture those who work with you and undertake career counselling responsibilities Increasingly become an inclusive leader capable of forming diverse high performing teams that are enjoyable to be part of and help our consultant and client teams to develop and realise their potential Your Experience Senior Managers must bring practical experience of 6-10 years from both professional services / advisory / consulting and industry knowledge where you have developed your manufacturing experience (including Lean), project and programme management from significant exposure to working within manufacturing environments You will have a proven track record of eliminating manufacturing losses applying lean manufacturing excellence principles You will understand modern digital manufacturing systems and technology standards in a typical factory and bring experience of leading digital technologies such as: Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES); Connected Workforce Platform (CWP); Condition Monitoring Systems (CMS); Machine Vision Systems (MVS); Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Control Tower (CT) You must have delivered transformational project(s) or tech-enabled project(s), in a previous role and understand all the commercials and governance activities to successfully deliver for the client You will be able to communicate designs and decisions effectively verbally to peers, clients and management and engage internal and external stakeholders Your written communication will be second to none, being able to easily convey messages and distil client discussions/ideas/concepts into a clear and simple document What We Offer EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance. We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. Equal Opportunity Please note: Prior to finalizing your application, you will be asked to provide personal information across several dimensions of diversity and inclusiveness. The information you provide is kept entirely confidential and will not be used to evaluate your candidacy. We collect this data to help us analyse our recruitment process holistically and implement actions that promote diversity and inclusiveness. While optional, we encourage you to provide this information to hold us accountable towards our goal of building a better working world.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Senior Manager, Supply Chain & Operations - Manufacturing Location: London Other locations: Anywhere in Country Date: Apr 18, 2026 Requisition ID: The Opportunity Leverage and expand your experience in manufacturing operational performance improvement, innovation and technology to be at the forefront of shaping our clients' manufacturing practices and leading their strategy, manufacturing excellence, digital, automation & AI journey. Develop and impart your experience on those you work with to help create the next generation of supply chain leaders. We value curious thinkers who have the courage to lead, great communicators who do not take themselves too seriously, flexible collaborators who build relationships based on doing the right thing and innovative problem-solvers who use their experience to find a better way to support and bring value to our clients. EY has two key service offerings within our manufacturing practice: Manufacturing Excellence Revolutionise manufacturing practices through our EY operating manufacturing methodology Coaching and training core manufacturing clients in new ways of working Digitising manufacturing daily management systems to improve factory performance Digital Manufacturing Building digital roadmaps and business cases Programme management and system integration roles within large digital transformations Advising clients on leading digital practices Develop manufacturing solution playbooks to enable clients to deliver digital transformation Your Key Responsibilities Managing complete programme governance; strategy, framework, and standard development Own financials and resource staffing for complex programmes or several different client programmes Able to advise clients of the leading practice in this field ensuring that we build credibility and deep relationships Identifying, perusing and closing opportunities within all programmes/clients to grow the business Management, creation, and execution of client RfP responses e.g., manufacturing transformations / architecture designs and diagnostics Model detailed business cases across clients' networks to justify investing in manufacturing excellence and digital deployment Advising clients on top stops, loss analysis and countermeasures to reduce critical losses Deep understanding of manufacturing excellence practices; IWS / RTT methodology and coaching plant teams to improve operational performance Develop technical requirements, use cases, reference architectures and translate into specifications for manufacturing solutions to ensure a consistent approach as well as tangible value delivery Coordinate proof of values/concepts and efforts for digitally enabled manufacturing excellence use cases demonstrating tangible manufacturing loss reduction Manage stakeholder engagement and drive global solution adoption Manage alignment between digital solution and traditional production excellence methods and develop global, regional and factory roadmaps and deployment plans Focus on Our Clients Build, maintain and strengthen relationships and be a trusted advisor in Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Operations Be adept at problem-solving with clients and project teams, leveraging your skills to help manage projects to completion Develop experience and relationships across several clients over time often as part of a team from different parts of EY, whilst being able to maintain focus on current project delivery Develop Our Business Contribute to the development of proposals to showcase our leading practices and credentials Engage the market with thought leadership and public profile and contribute to enhancing our methodologies Work across our internal sector fields of play account teams to develop your network, bringing expertise to bear Drive Operational Excellence Support successful delivery of projects and workstreams as forecast to time and budget Help ensure the quality of our delivery exceeds client expectations by effectively managing activities and deliverables within your remit Develop Our People Manage and nurture those who work with you and undertake career counselling responsibilities Increasingly become an inclusive leader capable of forming diverse high performing teams that are enjoyable to be part of and help our consultant and client teams to develop and realise their potential Your Experience Senior Managers must bring practical experience of 6-10 years from both professional services / advisory / consulting and industry knowledge where you have developed your manufacturing experience (including Lean), project and programme management from significant exposure to working within manufacturing environments You will have a proven track record of eliminating manufacturing losses applying lean manufacturing excellence principles You will understand modern digital manufacturing systems and technology standards in a typical factory and bring experience of leading digital technologies such as: Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES); Connected Workforce Platform (CWP); Condition Monitoring Systems (CMS); Machine Vision Systems (MVS); Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Control Tower (CT) You must have delivered transformational project(s) or tech-enabled project(s), in a previous role and understand all the commercials and governance activities to successfully deliver for the client You will be able to communicate designs and decisions effectively verbally to peers, clients and management and engage internal and external stakeholders Your written communication will be second to none, being able to easily convey messages and distil client discussions/ideas/concepts into a clear and simple document What We Offer EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance. We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. Equal Opportunity Please note: Prior to finalizing your application, you will be asked to provide personal information across several dimensions of diversity and inclusiveness. The information you provide is kept entirely confidential and will not be used to evaluate your candidacy. We collect this data to help us analyse our recruitment process holistically and implement actions that promote diversity and inclusiveness. While optional, we encourage you to provide this information to hold us accountable towards our goal of building a better working world.
Purchasing Manager
Lucy Zodion Thame, Oxfordshire
Internal Job Title: Purchasing Manager Business: Lucy Electric UK Location: Thame Job Reference No: 4476 Job Purpose: The Purchasing Manager is responsible for leading the LEUK outsourcing and re-sourcing of components and services with both established and new vendors, ensuring optimal cost of material purchases. This role works alongside global sourcing, cost benchmarking, and strategic sourcing initiatives aligned with the company's long-term goals. Business Overview: Lucy Electric is an international leader in intelligent secondary power distribution products and solutions, with features such as remote operation and monitoring. Linking energy generation to consumption, the business specialises in high-performance medium and low-voltage switchgear for utility, industrial and commercial applications. Job Context: The role leads the local Purchasing Department, driving sourcing strategy, supplier negotiations, and ongoing performance management to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and supply continuity. It works closely with cross functional teams to support product development, quality improvements, and cost reduction initiatives while ensuring full compliance with QMS, EHS, and H&S requirements. The position oversees team performance, training needs, and D365 system accuracy, alongside managing commodity risks, maintaining ERP/vendor records, and providing timely management reporting. It also contributes to budgeting and forecasting activities and promotes a strong culture of safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement across the supply chain. Key Responsibilities Leading the local team of the Purchasing Department Developing and implementing procurement strategies and contingency plans Rationalizing sources of supply for optimal efficiency Negotiating and finalizing supplier pricing and terms Coordinating with cross-functional teams (Design, R&D, QA, etc.) Supporting quality initiatives and vendor development Managing supplier relationships and performance Monitoring team KPIs and fostering a high-performance culture Overseeing QMS & EHS activities related to supply chain Driving cost reduction projects and reporting on KPIs Managing commodity risk and market dynamics Contributing to annual budgeting and cost forecasting Maintaining ERP records and vendor pricing Ensuring compliance with processes and identifying risks/opportunities Identifying and addressing team training needs System Management & Reporting Timely submission of management reports Budgeting activities for the Production Department Oversight of D365 system activities Health & Safety Promote a safe working environment and ensure compliance with H&S regulations General Responsibilities Perform additional duties as required to enhance efficiency and service quality Adhere to company policies and maintain confidentiality Key Competencies Strategic thinking and decision-making under pressure. Strong planning and MRP skills with attention to detail and deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal. Effective problem-solving and analytical capabilities. Leadership and team motivation skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems. Understanding of risk management and sustainability in supply chain operations Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience Minimum: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering Experience: Minimum 10 years in sourcing/purchasing within a manufacturing environment Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP systems (preferably D365) Familiarity with electrical LV switchgear products Strong negotiation and analytical skills
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Internal Job Title: Purchasing Manager Business: Lucy Electric UK Location: Thame Job Reference No: 4476 Job Purpose: The Purchasing Manager is responsible for leading the LEUK outsourcing and re-sourcing of components and services with both established and new vendors, ensuring optimal cost of material purchases. This role works alongside global sourcing, cost benchmarking, and strategic sourcing initiatives aligned with the company's long-term goals. Business Overview: Lucy Electric is an international leader in intelligent secondary power distribution products and solutions, with features such as remote operation and monitoring. Linking energy generation to consumption, the business specialises in high-performance medium and low-voltage switchgear for utility, industrial and commercial applications. Job Context: The role leads the local Purchasing Department, driving sourcing strategy, supplier negotiations, and ongoing performance management to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and supply continuity. It works closely with cross functional teams to support product development, quality improvements, and cost reduction initiatives while ensuring full compliance with QMS, EHS, and H&S requirements. The position oversees team performance, training needs, and D365 system accuracy, alongside managing commodity risks, maintaining ERP/vendor records, and providing timely management reporting. It also contributes to budgeting and forecasting activities and promotes a strong culture of safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement across the supply chain. Key Responsibilities Leading the local team of the Purchasing Department Developing and implementing procurement strategies and contingency plans Rationalizing sources of supply for optimal efficiency Negotiating and finalizing supplier pricing and terms Coordinating with cross-functional teams (Design, R&D, QA, etc.) Supporting quality initiatives and vendor development Managing supplier relationships and performance Monitoring team KPIs and fostering a high-performance culture Overseeing QMS & EHS activities related to supply chain Driving cost reduction projects and reporting on KPIs Managing commodity risk and market dynamics Contributing to annual budgeting and cost forecasting Maintaining ERP records and vendor pricing Ensuring compliance with processes and identifying risks/opportunities Identifying and addressing team training needs System Management & Reporting Timely submission of management reports Budgeting activities for the Production Department Oversight of D365 system activities Health & Safety Promote a safe working environment and ensure compliance with H&S regulations General Responsibilities Perform additional duties as required to enhance efficiency and service quality Adhere to company policies and maintain confidentiality Key Competencies Strategic thinking and decision-making under pressure. Strong planning and MRP skills with attention to detail and deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal. Effective problem-solving and analytical capabilities. Leadership and team motivation skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems. Understanding of risk management and sustainability in supply chain operations Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience Minimum: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering Experience: Minimum 10 years in sourcing/purchasing within a manufacturing environment Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP systems (preferably D365) Familiarity with electrical LV switchgear products Strong negotiation and analytical skills
Reed Specialist Recruitment
Production Manager
Reed Specialist Recruitment
Production Manager Location: On-site Gloucestershire Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (flexibility required) What's On Offer Competitive salary of 50,000 28 days' holiday including bank holidays (increasing with service) Paid Christmas shutdown day Workplace pension Enhanced family-friendly policies Employee wellbeing and assistance programmes Recognition and referral bonus schemes Free on-site parking A supportive, people-focused culture with genuine development opportunities The Opportunity A well-established and growing food manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead day-to-day production operations. This is a key leadership role, responsible for driving performance, ensuring product quality, and maintaining high standards of food safety and operational compliance. You will oversee production teams, manage schedules and resources, and play a central role in continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, waste reduction, and productivity. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will support ongoing growth and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Manage the day-to-day running of the production operation, resolving issues efficiently. Lead, motivate and develop production teams to meet operational KPIs and customer requirements. Plan and manage production schedules to maximise output and minimise downtime. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across productivity, quality, and cost control. Ensure full compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards, including BRCGS. Champion health & safety best practice, maintaining a safe working environment. Line manage Shift Managers and Section Leaders, including performance reviews and development plans. Handle escalated employee relations matters professionally and consistently. Identify resourcing needs, supporting recruitment and onboarding activities. Collaborate cross-functionally to support equipment reliability, process improvements, and product launches. Produce performance reports and contribute to operational and senior management meetings. Maintain accurate production documentation and IT systems in line with regulatory requirements. What We're Looking For Proven experience in a Production Manager role within food manufacturing . Strong working knowledge of food safety, health & safety, and BRC requirements. Demonstrated experience leading teams and driving high performance. A collaborative, credible leadership style with the ability to influence positively. Highly organised, with strong planning and problem-solving skills. Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills. IT literate, numerate, and detail-focused. Hands-on, adaptable, and calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Continuous improvement mindset; exposure to Lean principles is desirable.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Production Manager Location: On-site Gloucestershire Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (flexibility required) What's On Offer Competitive salary of 50,000 28 days' holiday including bank holidays (increasing with service) Paid Christmas shutdown day Workplace pension Enhanced family-friendly policies Employee wellbeing and assistance programmes Recognition and referral bonus schemes Free on-site parking A supportive, people-focused culture with genuine development opportunities The Opportunity A well-established and growing food manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead day-to-day production operations. This is a key leadership role, responsible for driving performance, ensuring product quality, and maintaining high standards of food safety and operational compliance. You will oversee production teams, manage schedules and resources, and play a central role in continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, waste reduction, and productivity. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will support ongoing growth and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Manage the day-to-day running of the production operation, resolving issues efficiently. Lead, motivate and develop production teams to meet operational KPIs and customer requirements. Plan and manage production schedules to maximise output and minimise downtime. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across productivity, quality, and cost control. Ensure full compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards, including BRCGS. Champion health & safety best practice, maintaining a safe working environment. Line manage Shift Managers and Section Leaders, including performance reviews and development plans. Handle escalated employee relations matters professionally and consistently. Identify resourcing needs, supporting recruitment and onboarding activities. Collaborate cross-functionally to support equipment reliability, process improvements, and product launches. Produce performance reports and contribute to operational and senior management meetings. Maintain accurate production documentation and IT systems in line with regulatory requirements. What We're Looking For Proven experience in a Production Manager role within food manufacturing . Strong working knowledge of food safety, health & safety, and BRC requirements. Demonstrated experience leading teams and driving high performance. A collaborative, credible leadership style with the ability to influence positively. Highly organised, with strong planning and problem-solving skills. Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills. IT literate, numerate, and detail-focused. Hands-on, adaptable, and calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Continuous improvement mindset; exposure to Lean principles is desirable.
MacKenzie King
Finance Manager
MacKenzie King Leiston, Suffolk
MacKenzie King are excited to be recruiting a Finance Manager for a long-established, ambitious and growing manufacturing and distribution business, with a HQ in Leiston and an office in Ipswich. This is a newly created Finance Manager role as the result of business growth and will report to the Finance Director. As the Finance Manager you will oversee day-to-day finance activities, statutory reporting, and commercial financial planning. You will receive mentorship from an impressive Finance Director who really champions everyone in their team to progress and develop. The successful Finance Manager will be responsible for maintaining robust financial controls, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring the continued financial health of the company. Duties & Responsibilities: Financial Management & Reporting: Oversee daily finance operations, including AP, AR, cash management, and general ledger maintenance. Produce accurate monthly management accounts, including analysis of variances, margins, and manufacturing/processing costs. Manage year-end processes and liaise with external accountants and auditors. Ensure compliance with accounting standards and statutory reporting requirements for UK and European registered private limited companies. Ensure compliance with US GAAP accounting standards and reporting requirements to US Parent company. Prepare KPI reports to support operational departments, including Trading, Production, Logistics, and Imports. Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis: Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting cycles. Provide financial insights to support procurement, production planning, and pricing strategies across UK and EU customer segments. Analyse cost drivers related to milling, sieving, drying, packaging and global ingredient sourcing. Monitor working capital performance, including inventory, debtor, and creditor positions. Cashflow & Treasury: Prepare short and medium-term cashflow forecasts. Ensure efficient cash management. Oversee currency considerations related to global supply chains and imported commodities. Compliance & Process Improvement: Maintain and strengthen internal controls across finance, procurement, and operational workflows. Ensure compliance with VAT, HMRC requirements, and industry-specific standards in the UK and Europe. Improve financial systems and processes as the company continues to scale within the UK and EU markets. Team Leadership: Supervise and develop the Finance/Accounts team. Oversee workload allocation, mentoring, and professional development (including AAT/CIMA pathways where applicable). Foster collaboration between finance and other departments, ensuring strong business partnering. Key Skills & Attributes: Professional qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA). Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and manufacturing-related costing. Proficiency with accounting software and strong Excel skills. Strong communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels. High attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational discipline. Commercially minded with strong analytical thinking. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with operational complexity. Proactive, confident, and able to challenge constructively. Committed to quality, reliability, and innovation. Benefits: 35 hour working week (9-5) Enhanced pension contributions Death in service (3.5x salary) Ill health protection 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Company performance related bonus
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
MacKenzie King are excited to be recruiting a Finance Manager for a long-established, ambitious and growing manufacturing and distribution business, with a HQ in Leiston and an office in Ipswich. This is a newly created Finance Manager role as the result of business growth and will report to the Finance Director. As the Finance Manager you will oversee day-to-day finance activities, statutory reporting, and commercial financial planning. You will receive mentorship from an impressive Finance Director who really champions everyone in their team to progress and develop. The successful Finance Manager will be responsible for maintaining robust financial controls, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring the continued financial health of the company. Duties & Responsibilities: Financial Management & Reporting: Oversee daily finance operations, including AP, AR, cash management, and general ledger maintenance. Produce accurate monthly management accounts, including analysis of variances, margins, and manufacturing/processing costs. Manage year-end processes and liaise with external accountants and auditors. Ensure compliance with accounting standards and statutory reporting requirements for UK and European registered private limited companies. Ensure compliance with US GAAP accounting standards and reporting requirements to US Parent company. Prepare KPI reports to support operational departments, including Trading, Production, Logistics, and Imports. Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis: Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting cycles. Provide financial insights to support procurement, production planning, and pricing strategies across UK and EU customer segments. Analyse cost drivers related to milling, sieving, drying, packaging and global ingredient sourcing. Monitor working capital performance, including inventory, debtor, and creditor positions. Cashflow & Treasury: Prepare short and medium-term cashflow forecasts. Ensure efficient cash management. Oversee currency considerations related to global supply chains and imported commodities. Compliance & Process Improvement: Maintain and strengthen internal controls across finance, procurement, and operational workflows. Ensure compliance with VAT, HMRC requirements, and industry-specific standards in the UK and Europe. Improve financial systems and processes as the company continues to scale within the UK and EU markets. Team Leadership: Supervise and develop the Finance/Accounts team. Oversee workload allocation, mentoring, and professional development (including AAT/CIMA pathways where applicable). Foster collaboration between finance and other departments, ensuring strong business partnering. Key Skills & Attributes: Professional qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA). Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and manufacturing-related costing. Proficiency with accounting software and strong Excel skills. Strong communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels. High attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational discipline. Commercially minded with strong analytical thinking. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with operational complexity. Proactive, confident, and able to challenge constructively. Committed to quality, reliability, and innovation. Benefits: 35 hour working week (9-5) Enhanced pension contributions Death in service (3.5x salary) Ill health protection 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Company performance related bonus
Redwood Search
Sales Support Executive
Redwood Search Worcester, Worcestershire
About the Business We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established organisation operating within a technical and engineered products environment. The business provides specialist solutions to a broad customer base across the UK and internationally. Known for its focus on technical accuracy, quality, and a consultative approach, the organisation places strong emphasis on understanding customer requirements in detail and delivering tailored, solution-led support rather than high-volume or transactional sales activity. The Role We are seeking a Sales Support Executive to join the commercial team, supporting a structured and technically focused sales process. You will work closely with the Technical Sales Manager and internal departments to manage customer enquiries and progress opportunities through to accurate quotation stage. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a detail-driven, technical environment and takes pride in delivering a responsive and professional customer experience throughout the sales cycle. Key Responsibilities Act as first point of contact for incoming customer enquiries Prepare and issue accurate quotations in line with technical requirements and internal processes Follow up on quotations to support conversion and progression of opportunities Provide administrative and commercial support to the Technical Sales Manager Liaise with engineering, operations, and internal teams to obtain technical and pricing information Support marketing activity, including campaigns and lead management Maintain accurate CRM records and sales documentation Attend exhibitions, trade shows, and occasional customer meetings Represent the business in a professional and customer-focused manner Candidate Requirements Experience in sales support, internal sales, customer service, or similar role Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Confident working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Proactive and solutions-focused approach Ability to work independently while contributing to a wider team Interest in engineering, manufacturing, or technical products (desirable) Benefits Competitive salary (dependent on experience) Performance-related bonus Pension scheme Healthcare plan, including Company pool vehicle access Holiday allowance plus bank holidays Training and development opportunities
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
About the Business We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established organisation operating within a technical and engineered products environment. The business provides specialist solutions to a broad customer base across the UK and internationally. Known for its focus on technical accuracy, quality, and a consultative approach, the organisation places strong emphasis on understanding customer requirements in detail and delivering tailored, solution-led support rather than high-volume or transactional sales activity. The Role We are seeking a Sales Support Executive to join the commercial team, supporting a structured and technically focused sales process. You will work closely with the Technical Sales Manager and internal departments to manage customer enquiries and progress opportunities through to accurate quotation stage. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a detail-driven, technical environment and takes pride in delivering a responsive and professional customer experience throughout the sales cycle. Key Responsibilities Act as first point of contact for incoming customer enquiries Prepare and issue accurate quotations in line with technical requirements and internal processes Follow up on quotations to support conversion and progression of opportunities Provide administrative and commercial support to the Technical Sales Manager Liaise with engineering, operations, and internal teams to obtain technical and pricing information Support marketing activity, including campaigns and lead management Maintain accurate CRM records and sales documentation Attend exhibitions, trade shows, and occasional customer meetings Represent the business in a professional and customer-focused manner Candidate Requirements Experience in sales support, internal sales, customer service, or similar role Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Confident working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Proactive and solutions-focused approach Ability to work independently while contributing to a wider team Interest in engineering, manufacturing, or technical products (desirable) Benefits Competitive salary (dependent on experience) Performance-related bonus Pension scheme Healthcare plan, including Company pool vehicle access Holiday allowance plus bank holidays Training and development opportunities
MacKenzie King
Finance Manager
MacKenzie King Ipswich, Suffolk
MacKenzie King are excited to be recruiting a Finance Manager for a long-established, ambitious and growing manufacturing and distribution business, with a HQ in Leiston and an office in Ipswich. This is a newly created Finance Manager role as the result of business growth and will report to the Finance Director. As the Finance Manager you will oversee day-to-day finance activities, statutory reporting, and commercial financial planning. You will receive mentorship from an impressive Finance Director who really champions everyone in their team to progress and develop. The successful Finance Manager will be responsible for maintaining robust financial controls, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring the continued financial health of the company. Duties & Responsibilities: Financial Management & Reporting: Oversee daily finance operations, including AP, AR, cash management, and general ledger maintenance. Produce accurate monthly management accounts, including analysis of variances, margins, and manufacturing/processing costs. Manage year-end processes and liaise with external accountants and auditors. Ensure compliance with accounting standards and statutory reporting requirements for UK and European registered private limited companies. Ensure compliance with US GAAP accounting standards and reporting requirements to US Parent company. Prepare KPI reports to support operational departments, including Trading, Production, Logistics, and Imports. Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis: Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting cycles. Provide financial insights to support procurement, production planning, and pricing strategies across UK and EU customer segments. Analyse cost drivers related to milling, sieving, drying, packaging and global ingredient sourcing. Monitor working capital performance, including inventory, debtor, and creditor positions. Cashflow & Treasury: Prepare short and medium-term cashflow forecasts. Ensure efficient cash management. Oversee currency considerations related to global supply chains and imported commodities. Compliance & Process Improvement: Maintain and strengthen internal controls across finance, procurement, and operational workflows. Ensure compliance with VAT, HMRC requirements, and industry-specific standards in the UK and Europe. Improve financial systems and processes as the company continues to scale within the UK and EU markets. Team Leadership: Supervise and develop the Finance/Accounts team. Oversee workload allocation, mentoring, and professional development (including AAT/CIMA pathways where applicable). Foster collaboration between finance and other departments, ensuring strong business partnering. Key Skills & Attributes: Professional qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA). Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and manufacturing-related costing. Proficiency with accounting software and strong Excel skills. Strong communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels. High attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational discipline. Commercially minded with strong analytical thinking. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with operational complexity. Proactive, confident, and able to challenge constructively. Committed to quality, reliability, and innovation. Benefits: 35 hour working week (9-5) Enhanced pension contributions Death in service (3.5x salary) Ill health protection 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Company performance related bonus
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
MacKenzie King are excited to be recruiting a Finance Manager for a long-established, ambitious and growing manufacturing and distribution business, with a HQ in Leiston and an office in Ipswich. This is a newly created Finance Manager role as the result of business growth and will report to the Finance Director. As the Finance Manager you will oversee day-to-day finance activities, statutory reporting, and commercial financial planning. You will receive mentorship from an impressive Finance Director who really champions everyone in their team to progress and develop. The successful Finance Manager will be responsible for maintaining robust financial controls, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring the continued financial health of the company. Duties & Responsibilities: Financial Management & Reporting: Oversee daily finance operations, including AP, AR, cash management, and general ledger maintenance. Produce accurate monthly management accounts, including analysis of variances, margins, and manufacturing/processing costs. Manage year-end processes and liaise with external accountants and auditors. Ensure compliance with accounting standards and statutory reporting requirements for UK and European registered private limited companies. Ensure compliance with US GAAP accounting standards and reporting requirements to US Parent company. Prepare KPI reports to support operational departments, including Trading, Production, Logistics, and Imports. Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis: Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting cycles. Provide financial insights to support procurement, production planning, and pricing strategies across UK and EU customer segments. Analyse cost drivers related to milling, sieving, drying, packaging and global ingredient sourcing. Monitor working capital performance, including inventory, debtor, and creditor positions. Cashflow & Treasury: Prepare short and medium-term cashflow forecasts. Ensure efficient cash management. Oversee currency considerations related to global supply chains and imported commodities. Compliance & Process Improvement: Maintain and strengthen internal controls across finance, procurement, and operational workflows. Ensure compliance with VAT, HMRC requirements, and industry-specific standards in the UK and Europe. Improve financial systems and processes as the company continues to scale within the UK and EU markets. Team Leadership: Supervise and develop the Finance/Accounts team. Oversee workload allocation, mentoring, and professional development (including AAT/CIMA pathways where applicable). Foster collaboration between finance and other departments, ensuring strong business partnering. Key Skills & Attributes: Professional qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA). Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and manufacturing-related costing. Proficiency with accounting software and strong Excel skills. Strong communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels. High attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational discipline. Commercially minded with strong analytical thinking. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with operational complexity. Proactive, confident, and able to challenge constructively. Committed to quality, reliability, and innovation. Benefits: 35 hour working week (9-5) Enhanced pension contributions Death in service (3.5x salary) Ill health protection 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Company performance related bonus
Fresh Start Recruitment (UK) Ltd
Production Shift Manager
Fresh Start Recruitment (UK) Ltd Sutton-in-ashfield, Nottinghamshire
Ref 11114 Production Shift Manager £34,700 plus large company benefits including pension and life assurance Monday to Friday 3 shifts rotating Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Are you looking to join a financially secure company who have excellent staff retention and due to an internally promotion our client is looking to recruit a production shift manager, working three shifts rotating within the busy manufacturing facility based on the outskirts of Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire. The key responsibilities are to lead the operational team on shift to ensure self-sufficiency of that team. They will assist the Production Manager in the management of their shift team including control, planning, organising and motivating of a team of upto 15 operatives. Key duties for Production Shift Manager: Manage HSE issues during the shift ensuring a Zero Accident mentality. Production to plan (quality, cost, delivery) to meet demand. Ensure all Quality protocols are followed to achieve Right First time (RFT). Effective and complete shift handovers by team members. Develop good communication, team spirit and commitment within team. Drive business improvement development within the team to ensure effective problem solving. Manage on-shift performance, disciplinary, resource and incident issues. Attend and present daily review and other relevant meetings. Liaison with other functions e.g., planning, sales, accounts, engineering, logistics and HR. Candidates skills and requirement for Production Shift Manager: NEBSM / ILM / CMI allied to management skills training. Technical/Operational understanding. HR skills and experience e.g. disciplinary, performance management processes. HSE awareness skills e.g. IOSH managing/working safely, First aid, fire. Quality systems awareness also problem solving techniques. Ability to train, coach and mentor others. Willing to drive forward CI culture Ability to work with shift and other teams to ensure the sites objectives are met. Be able to motivate and develop shift team. Capable of establishing departmental, business objectives. Able to manage and co-ordinate incidents effectively (e.g. Fire, breakdown). To apply for this role you must of work in manufacturing in a shift supervisory capacity. This vacancy is being advertised by Fresh Start Recruitment (UK) who are acting as an Employment Agency. Due to the high volumes of applications, we are currently receiving, unfortunately we are only able to contact candidates who are successful in progressing to the next stage. If you have not been contacted within 7 days of your application, then please presume that you have not been successful on this occasion.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Ref 11114 Production Shift Manager £34,700 plus large company benefits including pension and life assurance Monday to Friday 3 shifts rotating Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Are you looking to join a financially secure company who have excellent staff retention and due to an internally promotion our client is looking to recruit a production shift manager, working three shifts rotating within the busy manufacturing facility based on the outskirts of Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire. The key responsibilities are to lead the operational team on shift to ensure self-sufficiency of that team. They will assist the Production Manager in the management of their shift team including control, planning, organising and motivating of a team of upto 15 operatives. Key duties for Production Shift Manager: Manage HSE issues during the shift ensuring a Zero Accident mentality. Production to plan (quality, cost, delivery) to meet demand. Ensure all Quality protocols are followed to achieve Right First time (RFT). Effective and complete shift handovers by team members. Develop good communication, team spirit and commitment within team. Drive business improvement development within the team to ensure effective problem solving. Manage on-shift performance, disciplinary, resource and incident issues. Attend and present daily review and other relevant meetings. Liaison with other functions e.g., planning, sales, accounts, engineering, logistics and HR. Candidates skills and requirement for Production Shift Manager: NEBSM / ILM / CMI allied to management skills training. Technical/Operational understanding. HR skills and experience e.g. disciplinary, performance management processes. HSE awareness skills e.g. IOSH managing/working safely, First aid, fire. Quality systems awareness also problem solving techniques. Ability to train, coach and mentor others. Willing to drive forward CI culture Ability to work with shift and other teams to ensure the sites objectives are met. Be able to motivate and develop shift team. Capable of establishing departmental, business objectives. Able to manage and co-ordinate incidents effectively (e.g. Fire, breakdown). To apply for this role you must of work in manufacturing in a shift supervisory capacity. This vacancy is being advertised by Fresh Start Recruitment (UK) who are acting as an Employment Agency. Due to the high volumes of applications, we are currently receiving, unfortunately we are only able to contact candidates who are successful in progressing to the next stage. If you have not been contacted within 7 days of your application, then please presume that you have not been successful on this occasion.
Irwin & Colton
Safety, Health and Environment Manager
Irwin & Colton
Safety, Health and Environment Manager Salary: 54,000 Plus Excellent Benefits Location: Park Royal Are you passionate about creating a robust safety, health and environmental culture in a dynamic operational environment? Do you thrive on leading change, engaging operational teams, and ensuring contractor compliance on high-risk sites? We are supporting a regional waste management organisation to recruit a Safety, Health and Environment Manager who will lead health, safety and environmental initiatives across their site in Park Royal with occasional travel to one other site. This is a strategic role with a strong operational focus, ideal for a proactive professional looking to make a tangible difference in a public-sector setting. The successful Safety, Health and Environment Manager will: Embed a positive health and safety culture whilst supporting site inspections, audits, and risk assessments. Manage contractor relationships, overseeing their compliance, and ensuring safety standards are met on-site. Support incident investigations, implementing corrective actions, and driving continuous improvement activities. Assist in environmental system development, monitoring performance, and preparing for external audits. Lead safety communication and training to promote a safety-first environment. The ideal candidate will have: NEBOSH qualification (or equivalent), with relevant experience in high-risk, operational environments. Proven ability to engage both blue- and white-collar workers and lead cultural change. Practical knowledge of managing safety and environmental systems, preferably within waste, logistics, manufacturing, or construction sectors. This is a unique opportunity to influence safety culture at a flagship site and across a wider operational network. For more information or to apply, please contact Emily Flynn at or (phone number removed). Irwin and Colton is a specialist Health and Safety recruitment company based in the South East of England, with a nationwide reach across the UK. We recruit for a full range of roles within the health and safety profession, from Advisors and Managers through to Director-level appointments. Irwin and Colton Limited operates as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this position, you agree to our Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers, available at (url removed). We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. If there's anything we can do to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let us know.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Safety, Health and Environment Manager Salary: 54,000 Plus Excellent Benefits Location: Park Royal Are you passionate about creating a robust safety, health and environmental culture in a dynamic operational environment? Do you thrive on leading change, engaging operational teams, and ensuring contractor compliance on high-risk sites? We are supporting a regional waste management organisation to recruit a Safety, Health and Environment Manager who will lead health, safety and environmental initiatives across their site in Park Royal with occasional travel to one other site. This is a strategic role with a strong operational focus, ideal for a proactive professional looking to make a tangible difference in a public-sector setting. The successful Safety, Health and Environment Manager will: Embed a positive health and safety culture whilst supporting site inspections, audits, and risk assessments. Manage contractor relationships, overseeing their compliance, and ensuring safety standards are met on-site. Support incident investigations, implementing corrective actions, and driving continuous improvement activities. Assist in environmental system development, monitoring performance, and preparing for external audits. Lead safety communication and training to promote a safety-first environment. The ideal candidate will have: NEBOSH qualification (or equivalent), with relevant experience in high-risk, operational environments. Proven ability to engage both blue- and white-collar workers and lead cultural change. Practical knowledge of managing safety and environmental systems, preferably within waste, logistics, manufacturing, or construction sectors. This is a unique opportunity to influence safety culture at a flagship site and across a wider operational network. For more information or to apply, please contact Emily Flynn at or (phone number removed). Irwin and Colton is a specialist Health and Safety recruitment company based in the South East of England, with a nationwide reach across the UK. We recruit for a full range of roles within the health and safety profession, from Advisors and Managers through to Director-level appointments. Irwin and Colton Limited operates as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this position, you agree to our Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers, available at (url removed). We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. If there's anything we can do to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let us know.
Evoke Staffing Ltd
Health and Safety & Quality Associate
Evoke Staffing Ltd Washington, Tyne And Wear
Health & Safety & Quality Associate Location: Tyne and Wear Contract: Full-time, Permanent Hours: Monday Thursday 8.30am-5.00pm and Friday 8.30am-3.00pm Salary: £27,000 - £28,000 We are seeking a proactive and detail-focused Health & Safety & Quality Associate to support quality assurance and health & safety activities within a fast-paced manufacturing and logistics environment. The role plays a key part in ensuring product quality standards are maintained, compliance requirements are met, and a safe working environment is promoted across the business. You will work closely with the Quality Manager, senior management, suppliers, and customers to manage quality systems, support continuous improvement, and uphold health & safety standards. Key Responsibilities: Supervise incoming goods inspection activities, ensuring all materials meet required quality standards Ensure inspection equipment is properly maintained and calibrated to required standards Control and manage quarantined and non-conforming parts in accordance with procedures Liaise with customers on quality-related issues, including rejections, corrective actions, improvement requests, and occasional site visits Liaise with suppliers regarding quality issues, rejections, improvement actions, and support supplier development activities where required Communicate quality issues clearly across internal departments to ensure correct handling of parts and processes Assess quality requirements for new parts, including evaluation of supplier capability and customer discussions, including supplier assessments where appropriate Prepare and compile quality documentation (e.g. PPAP, ISO submissions) for customer approval based on supplier inputs Support annual ISO audits and compliance activities Assist warehouse operations during peak periods to support accurate shipping and receiving in line with schedules Produce KPI reports and other required performance data for senior management, supporting monthly and annual reporting for H&S and Quality Support and guide the quality inspector to help achieve departmental objectives Support continuous improvement activities, including Kaizen initiatives Assist with understanding and application of CBAM (desirable) IMDS experience is desirable Work with senior management and the Lead Health & Safety Manager to ensure compliance with current legislation Promote health & safety awareness and ensure safety procedures, risk assessments, and training are completed effectively Carry out risk assessments for activities identified as having significant risk Provide guidance to managers and support appointment of key H&S roles (e.g. First Aiders and Fire Marshals) Investigate workplace accidents, identify causes, and recommend corrective and preventative actions Deliver health & safety induction training for new employees Share good practice and communicate H&S information across the organisation Develop and maintain quality training procedures and training manuals Identify and support training and development needs within the team and yourself Create, review, and update ISO flow charts and work instructions, ensuring bi-annual review and maintenance Provide cover for the Quality Manager and inspection team during absences Lead and support 5S workplace organisation activities Undertake occasional travel within the UK or EU when required Ideal Candidate: Previous experience in a quality, manufacturing, or warehouse environment Strong understanding of quality processes, including inspection and non-conformance handling Familiarity with ISO standards and quality documentation (e.g. PPAP) Experience working with suppliers and customers to resolve quality issues Knowledge of health and safety regulations and risk assessment processes Awareness of continuous improvement methodologies (e.g. Kaizen, 5S) Experience with CBAM and IMDS (desirable but not essential) Benefits: Company Pension Annual Leave Onsite/Free parking INDPERM
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Health & Safety & Quality Associate Location: Tyne and Wear Contract: Full-time, Permanent Hours: Monday Thursday 8.30am-5.00pm and Friday 8.30am-3.00pm Salary: £27,000 - £28,000 We are seeking a proactive and detail-focused Health & Safety & Quality Associate to support quality assurance and health & safety activities within a fast-paced manufacturing and logistics environment. The role plays a key part in ensuring product quality standards are maintained, compliance requirements are met, and a safe working environment is promoted across the business. You will work closely with the Quality Manager, senior management, suppliers, and customers to manage quality systems, support continuous improvement, and uphold health & safety standards. Key Responsibilities: Supervise incoming goods inspection activities, ensuring all materials meet required quality standards Ensure inspection equipment is properly maintained and calibrated to required standards Control and manage quarantined and non-conforming parts in accordance with procedures Liaise with customers on quality-related issues, including rejections, corrective actions, improvement requests, and occasional site visits Liaise with suppliers regarding quality issues, rejections, improvement actions, and support supplier development activities where required Communicate quality issues clearly across internal departments to ensure correct handling of parts and processes Assess quality requirements for new parts, including evaluation of supplier capability and customer discussions, including supplier assessments where appropriate Prepare and compile quality documentation (e.g. PPAP, ISO submissions) for customer approval based on supplier inputs Support annual ISO audits and compliance activities Assist warehouse operations during peak periods to support accurate shipping and receiving in line with schedules Produce KPI reports and other required performance data for senior management, supporting monthly and annual reporting for H&S and Quality Support and guide the quality inspector to help achieve departmental objectives Support continuous improvement activities, including Kaizen initiatives Assist with understanding and application of CBAM (desirable) IMDS experience is desirable Work with senior management and the Lead Health & Safety Manager to ensure compliance with current legislation Promote health & safety awareness and ensure safety procedures, risk assessments, and training are completed effectively Carry out risk assessments for activities identified as having significant risk Provide guidance to managers and support appointment of key H&S roles (e.g. First Aiders and Fire Marshals) Investigate workplace accidents, identify causes, and recommend corrective and preventative actions Deliver health & safety induction training for new employees Share good practice and communicate H&S information across the organisation Develop and maintain quality training procedures and training manuals Identify and support training and development needs within the team and yourself Create, review, and update ISO flow charts and work instructions, ensuring bi-annual review and maintenance Provide cover for the Quality Manager and inspection team during absences Lead and support 5S workplace organisation activities Undertake occasional travel within the UK or EU when required Ideal Candidate: Previous experience in a quality, manufacturing, or warehouse environment Strong understanding of quality processes, including inspection and non-conformance handling Familiarity with ISO standards and quality documentation (e.g. PPAP) Experience working with suppliers and customers to resolve quality issues Knowledge of health and safety regulations and risk assessment processes Awareness of continuous improvement methodologies (e.g. Kaizen, 5S) Experience with CBAM and IMDS (desirable but not essential) Benefits: Company Pension Annual Leave Onsite/Free parking INDPERM
Major Talent
L&D Executive
Major Talent Burton-on-trent, Staffordshire
Major Talent are looking for a Learning and Development Executive to join a Food Manufacturing business based in Burton-On-Trent. The L&D Executive will work with the wider HR function to support all training needs, ensuring compliance standards. Benefits: Salary - 30,000 - 35,000, DOE Pension Scheme Life Insurance 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays As a Learning & Development Executive, you will: Ensure on-site production and mandatory training is completed in compliance with customer audits and requirements. Ensure production training documentation, SOPs are correct and updated in line with requirements, creating new SOPs for new machines/processes Work with department heads and managers to identify current and future training and development needs. Conduct regular skills gap analyses to align training initiatives with business objectives. Design, develop, and deliver effective training programs, workshops, and e-learning modules tailored to the needs of the business. Coordinate with external training providers where necessary. Manage and enhance the onboarding process for new employees to ensure seamless integration into the company. Deliver engaging induction programs to familiarize new hires with company policies, culture, and operational standards. Ensure training programs comply with industry regulations and food safety standards. Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the organization. Track and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through feedback, assessments, and performance metrics. Provide regular reports and insights to senior management on L&D activities and outcomes. Support career development initiatives, including succession planning and leadership development programs. Foster a learning culture by implementing strategies to encourage knowledge sharing and collaboration. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment of L&D initiatives with organizational goals. Act as a point of contact for employee development queries and support. The successful Learning & Development Executive, will have: Experience working in the food manufacturing industry. Experience working as a Learning & Development Professional. Major Recruitment act as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary opportunities. Ref: INDSR
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Major Talent are looking for a Learning and Development Executive to join a Food Manufacturing business based in Burton-On-Trent. The L&D Executive will work with the wider HR function to support all training needs, ensuring compliance standards. Benefits: Salary - 30,000 - 35,000, DOE Pension Scheme Life Insurance 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays As a Learning & Development Executive, you will: Ensure on-site production and mandatory training is completed in compliance with customer audits and requirements. Ensure production training documentation, SOPs are correct and updated in line with requirements, creating new SOPs for new machines/processes Work with department heads and managers to identify current and future training and development needs. Conduct regular skills gap analyses to align training initiatives with business objectives. Design, develop, and deliver effective training programs, workshops, and e-learning modules tailored to the needs of the business. Coordinate with external training providers where necessary. Manage and enhance the onboarding process for new employees to ensure seamless integration into the company. Deliver engaging induction programs to familiarize new hires with company policies, culture, and operational standards. Ensure training programs comply with industry regulations and food safety standards. Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the organization. Track and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through feedback, assessments, and performance metrics. Provide regular reports and insights to senior management on L&D activities and outcomes. Support career development initiatives, including succession planning and leadership development programs. Foster a learning culture by implementing strategies to encourage knowledge sharing and collaboration. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment of L&D initiatives with organizational goals. Act as a point of contact for employee development queries and support. The successful Learning & Development Executive, will have: Experience working in the food manufacturing industry. Experience working as a Learning & Development Professional. Major Recruitment act as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary opportunities. Ref: INDSR
Greencore
People Administrator
Greencore Hatfield, Hertfordshire
Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're 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're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately 4bn. This People Administrator role is based at our site in Hatfield ( AL10 9TR ), supporting the Direct-to-Store (DTS) business unit across the South of England. DTS is our dedicated logistics operation, ensuring that fresh food products move seamlessly from our manufacturing sites to customers across the UK. It's an exciting opportunity to join a busy People team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This is a great first step into a broader HR career, offering exposure to core HR activities and the chance to develop and grow. What you'll be doing Supporting colleagues and managers with day-to-day HR queries and guidance. Assisting with employee relations cases, including disciplinaries, grievances, maternity, and role changes. Drafting letters and documentation for HR processes. Keeping HR trackers and data accurate and up to date in Excel. Analysing HR data and preparing clear, insightful presentations for the senior leadership team. Proactively managing visa tracking and right-to-work compliance, flagging any issues early. Contributing to site-based HR projects and initiatives, including employee engagement activities. Supporting the L&D team with on-site training delivery when needed. Providing general admin support, including data entry, record maintenance, and other HR tasks. What we're looking for Experience in HR admin, co-ordination, or a strong admin background with a passion for HR. Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and accuracy. Confident, friendly communicator who enjoys working with people at all levels. Proactive attitude, eager to learn and develop into a career in HR. Flexible and adaptable. Comfortable with admin tasks and keen to take on more HR activity. Able to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. What you'll get in return Competitive salary 25 days holiday + bank holidays Competitive pension contributions Life insurance up to 4x salary Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications, training and development Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform. Access to our Wellbeing Centre platform. Throughout your time at Greencore, you'll be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to help you grow your HR career and bridge the gap towards an HR Advisor role. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're 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're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately 4bn. This People Administrator role is based at our site in Hatfield ( AL10 9TR ), supporting the Direct-to-Store (DTS) business unit across the South of England. DTS is our dedicated logistics operation, ensuring that fresh food products move seamlessly from our manufacturing sites to customers across the UK. It's an exciting opportunity to join a busy People team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This is a great first step into a broader HR career, offering exposure to core HR activities and the chance to develop and grow. What you'll be doing Supporting colleagues and managers with day-to-day HR queries and guidance. Assisting with employee relations cases, including disciplinaries, grievances, maternity, and role changes. Drafting letters and documentation for HR processes. Keeping HR trackers and data accurate and up to date in Excel. Analysing HR data and preparing clear, insightful presentations for the senior leadership team. Proactively managing visa tracking and right-to-work compliance, flagging any issues early. Contributing to site-based HR projects and initiatives, including employee engagement activities. Supporting the L&D team with on-site training delivery when needed. Providing general admin support, including data entry, record maintenance, and other HR tasks. What we're looking for Experience in HR admin, co-ordination, or a strong admin background with a passion for HR. Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and accuracy. Confident, friendly communicator who enjoys working with people at all levels. Proactive attitude, eager to learn and develop into a career in HR. Flexible and adaptable. Comfortable with admin tasks and keen to take on more HR activity. Able to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. What you'll get in return Competitive salary 25 days holiday + bank holidays Competitive pension contributions Life insurance up to 4x salary Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications, training and development Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform. Access to our Wellbeing Centre platform. Throughout your time at Greencore, you'll be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to help you grow your HR career and bridge the gap towards an HR Advisor role. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success.
Quality Manager - Mat Cover
Elite Associates Europe Limited
Elite are partnering with a beautiful luxury RTW brand, seeking a Quality Manager to join their Production team on a 12 month maternity cover contract. Job Description Reporting to the Production Director, you will oversee quality standards across the full product lifecycle, ensuring supplier compliance, product integrity, and alignment with business and regulatory requirements. You will also support sustainability and certification initiatives. Key Responsibilities Quality Management (Development, Production & Post-Production) Manage quality across development, production, and post-production Conduct material analysis, testing, and risk assessments Oversee supplier onboarding, audits, and performance Monitor inspections, product quality, and returns Handle non-conformities and lead corrective actions Define and track quality KPIs; deliver regular reports Ensure compliance with international regulations and maintain supplier standards Lead digital product compliance initiatives (e.g. traceability systems) Oversee labelling (care labels and disclaimers) Support CSR strategy and sustainability certification processes Profile 5+ years in quality management within luxury fashion/RTW Strong organisation, attention to detail, and autonomy Collaborative with good interpersonal skills Advanced Excel; PLM knowledge a plus Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and quality standards
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Elite are partnering with a beautiful luxury RTW brand, seeking a Quality Manager to join their Production team on a 12 month maternity cover contract. Job Description Reporting to the Production Director, you will oversee quality standards across the full product lifecycle, ensuring supplier compliance, product integrity, and alignment with business and regulatory requirements. You will also support sustainability and certification initiatives. Key Responsibilities Quality Management (Development, Production & Post-Production) Manage quality across development, production, and post-production Conduct material analysis, testing, and risk assessments Oversee supplier onboarding, audits, and performance Monitor inspections, product quality, and returns Handle non-conformities and lead corrective actions Define and track quality KPIs; deliver regular reports Ensure compliance with international regulations and maintain supplier standards Lead digital product compliance initiatives (e.g. traceability systems) Oversee labelling (care labels and disclaimers) Support CSR strategy and sustainability certification processes Profile 5+ years in quality management within luxury fashion/RTW Strong organisation, attention to detail, and autonomy Collaborative with good interpersonal skills Advanced Excel; PLM knowledge a plus Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and quality standards
Precision People
Recruitment Consultant
Precision People Braunstone, Leicestershire
Recruitment Consultant Engineering Sector (Training Provided) Engineering & Manufacturing Sector Precision Recruitment Leicester £25,000 £30,000 basic Realistic £40,000 £45,000 year one £60,000+ once established Precision Recruitment works with engineering and manufacturing companies across the UK, helping them hire skilled engineers, managers and technical specialists. We are growing and looking for someone commercially minded who wants to build a career in recruitment and earn well doing it. This is not a typical office job. Recruitment is a performance-based career where the people who work hard, build relationships and win business earn the most. If you enjoy speaking with people, are competitive by nature and like the idea of building something that rewards you financially, recruitment can be a very good career. The Role You will learn how to run a specialist recruitment desk within the engineering sector. Your job is to find talented engineers and connect them with companies who need their skills. Day to day you will: Speak with engineers across the UK about new opportunities Identify strong candidates and introduce them to employers Build relationships with manufacturing and engineering companies Win new vacancies and help clients fill critical roles Manage recruitment processes from first conversation through to job offer Build your own network and reputation within a specialist market Recruitment is fast-paced and target driven, but it is also one of the few careers where effort directly impacts earnings. Who This Suits We are not looking for a specific CV. The people who do well in recruitment usually come from backgrounds such as: Sales or customer-facing roles Engineering or technical environments Business development or account management Competitive environments where performance matters More important than experience is mindset. You should be: Comfortable speaking to people on the phone Driven to earn more than an average salary Competitive and motivated by targets Curious and interested in how businesses operate Resilient when things do not go your way What You Get Competitive basic salary Commission paid on the revenue you generate Quarterly incentives and team competitions Clear progression into Recruitment Consultant and Senior Consultant roles Support from an experienced recruitment team Free parking outside the office Recruitment rewards people who put the work in. Many of the best recruiters build long term careers earning far above average salaries. If you are looking for a role where effort, persistence and commercial thinking are rewarded, we would like to hear from you. Interested? To apply for the Recruitment Consultant position, here are your two options: "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let s talk through your experience. Ask for Michelle Fletcher on (phone number removed) between 9am - 2pm "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know. PPTP
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Recruitment Consultant Engineering Sector (Training Provided) Engineering & Manufacturing Sector Precision Recruitment Leicester £25,000 £30,000 basic Realistic £40,000 £45,000 year one £60,000+ once established Precision Recruitment works with engineering and manufacturing companies across the UK, helping them hire skilled engineers, managers and technical specialists. We are growing and looking for someone commercially minded who wants to build a career in recruitment and earn well doing it. This is not a typical office job. Recruitment is a performance-based career where the people who work hard, build relationships and win business earn the most. If you enjoy speaking with people, are competitive by nature and like the idea of building something that rewards you financially, recruitment can be a very good career. The Role You will learn how to run a specialist recruitment desk within the engineering sector. Your job is to find talented engineers and connect them with companies who need their skills. Day to day you will: Speak with engineers across the UK about new opportunities Identify strong candidates and introduce them to employers Build relationships with manufacturing and engineering companies Win new vacancies and help clients fill critical roles Manage recruitment processes from first conversation through to job offer Build your own network and reputation within a specialist market Recruitment is fast-paced and target driven, but it is also one of the few careers where effort directly impacts earnings. Who This Suits We are not looking for a specific CV. The people who do well in recruitment usually come from backgrounds such as: Sales or customer-facing roles Engineering or technical environments Business development or account management Competitive environments where performance matters More important than experience is mindset. You should be: Comfortable speaking to people on the phone Driven to earn more than an average salary Competitive and motivated by targets Curious and interested in how businesses operate Resilient when things do not go your way What You Get Competitive basic salary Commission paid on the revenue you generate Quarterly incentives and team competitions Clear progression into Recruitment Consultant and Senior Consultant roles Support from an experienced recruitment team Free parking outside the office Recruitment rewards people who put the work in. Many of the best recruiters build long term careers earning far above average salaries. If you are looking for a role where effort, persistence and commercial thinking are rewarded, we would like to hear from you. Interested? To apply for the Recruitment Consultant position, here are your two options: "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let s talk through your experience. Ask for Michelle Fletcher on (phone number removed) between 9am - 2pm "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know. PPTP
Bluetownonline
Structural Team Lead
Bluetownonline
Job Title: Structural Team Lead Location: Hybrid, Central Belt preferred, but flexible Salary: Competitive Job Type: Full Time, Permanent About us: We are a team of enthusiastic and collaborative planners, designers, environmental consultants, engineers and health & safety professionals. Our client base includes public and private sectors. We have grown significantly over the last few years and now employ 200 individuals across the UK. Teamwork and a people-first culture are at the heart of everything we do and we wish to engage an enthusiastic professional to join our team. Please note that the company does not offer sponsorship and therefore candidates must have the legal right to live and work in the UK to be considered for this role. Overview of the role: The Company is offering an exciting opportunity for a talented Structural Engineer to step into a leadership role and drive our continued growth across the UK. As Structural Team Lead, you will guide a highly skilled engineering team and deliver innovative projects in sectors such as Energy, Manufacturing, and Distilling. With offices nationwide, we embrace hybrid and remote working to support the diverse needs of our staff. We specialise in designing structures for high-hazard industrial environments, including blast resistance, toxic hazards, and thermal hazard requirements. This role requires a Design Leader / Project Manager with exceptional managerial ability, strong interpersonal skills, and a proven track record in delivering complex building projects. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage a team of highly competent structural engineers Oversee the delivery of multi-disciplinary structural projects from concept through detailed design Collaborate with internal and external disciplines during tender and bid preparation Partner with Directors, Business Development, and Marketing teams to grow opportunities with new and existing clients Build and maintain key client relationships Drive the development of project proposals and tender submissions Manage the design process for industrial buildings, ensuring compliance with current codes and standards Meet clients to define scopes of work and develop tailored proposals Take responsibility for commercial management of deliverables Oversee programme, resourcing, and quality compliance Mentor and support the development of junior staff About you Proven experience in managing and delivering structural engineering projects Background in industrial environments such as oil & gas, petrochemical, energy, manufacturing, or defence (beneficial) Strong understanding of all stages of the design and construction process; familiarity with RIBA stages advantageous Commercial delivery experience, including management of third-party suppliers Broad knowledge of building-related disciplines (Architecture, Civil & Structural, Building Services, Planning, Fire Engineering, etc.) Working knowledge of CDM 2015 Regulations Confidence in client-facing roles, including project scoping and relationship management Line management experience preferred Full UK driving licence with flexibility to attend client sites as required Benefits: Health Cash Plan Hybrid & Flexible Working Competitive Salary & Annual Review Sponsored Company Social Events Salary sacrifice schemes, eg, EV, cycle to work, holiday purchase 33 days annual leave Income Protection Enhanced Maternity and Paternity policies To Apply: Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Please summarise what you can bring to the role and your salary expectation. Only those invited to interview will receive a response Candidates with experience of:, Structural Engineering Manager, Associate Structural Engineer, Principal Structural Engineer, Structural Design Manager, Chartered Structural Engineer, MIStructE, MICE, Principal Engineer (Civil & Structural), Industrial Structural Engineer, Structural Project Manager, Lead Building Structures Engineer, RIBA Design Lead, CDM 2015 Specialist, Senior Structural Design Engineer, Infrastructure Associate, Industrial Building Design Lead may also be considered for this role.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Structural Team Lead Location: Hybrid, Central Belt preferred, but flexible Salary: Competitive Job Type: Full Time, Permanent About us: We are a team of enthusiastic and collaborative planners, designers, environmental consultants, engineers and health & safety professionals. Our client base includes public and private sectors. We have grown significantly over the last few years and now employ 200 individuals across the UK. Teamwork and a people-first culture are at the heart of everything we do and we wish to engage an enthusiastic professional to join our team. Please note that the company does not offer sponsorship and therefore candidates must have the legal right to live and work in the UK to be considered for this role. Overview of the role: The Company is offering an exciting opportunity for a talented Structural Engineer to step into a leadership role and drive our continued growth across the UK. As Structural Team Lead, you will guide a highly skilled engineering team and deliver innovative projects in sectors such as Energy, Manufacturing, and Distilling. With offices nationwide, we embrace hybrid and remote working to support the diverse needs of our staff. We specialise in designing structures for high-hazard industrial environments, including blast resistance, toxic hazards, and thermal hazard requirements. This role requires a Design Leader / Project Manager with exceptional managerial ability, strong interpersonal skills, and a proven track record in delivering complex building projects. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage a team of highly competent structural engineers Oversee the delivery of multi-disciplinary structural projects from concept through detailed design Collaborate with internal and external disciplines during tender and bid preparation Partner with Directors, Business Development, and Marketing teams to grow opportunities with new and existing clients Build and maintain key client relationships Drive the development of project proposals and tender submissions Manage the design process for industrial buildings, ensuring compliance with current codes and standards Meet clients to define scopes of work and develop tailored proposals Take responsibility for commercial management of deliverables Oversee programme, resourcing, and quality compliance Mentor and support the development of junior staff About you Proven experience in managing and delivering structural engineering projects Background in industrial environments such as oil & gas, petrochemical, energy, manufacturing, or defence (beneficial) Strong understanding of all stages of the design and construction process; familiarity with RIBA stages advantageous Commercial delivery experience, including management of third-party suppliers Broad knowledge of building-related disciplines (Architecture, Civil & Structural, Building Services, Planning, Fire Engineering, etc.) Working knowledge of CDM 2015 Regulations Confidence in client-facing roles, including project scoping and relationship management Line management experience preferred Full UK driving licence with flexibility to attend client sites as required Benefits: Health Cash Plan Hybrid & Flexible Working Competitive Salary & Annual Review Sponsored Company Social Events Salary sacrifice schemes, eg, EV, cycle to work, holiday purchase 33 days annual leave Income Protection Enhanced Maternity and Paternity policies To Apply: Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Please summarise what you can bring to the role and your salary expectation. Only those invited to interview will receive a response Candidates with experience of:, Structural Engineering Manager, Associate Structural Engineer, Principal Structural Engineer, Structural Design Manager, Chartered Structural Engineer, MIStructE, MICE, Principal Engineer (Civil & Structural), Industrial Structural Engineer, Structural Project Manager, Lead Building Structures Engineer, RIBA Design Lead, CDM 2015 Specialist, Senior Structural Design Engineer, Infrastructure Associate, Industrial Building Design Lead may also be considered for this role.
Quality Manager - Gifting
MM Flowers Ltd
Chatteris, Cambridgeshire (PE16 6EG) Full-time, 40 hours (Monday-Friday) MM Flowers is looking for an experienced Quality Manager to lead quality and food safety across our gifting division. About the Role As Quality Manager - Gifting, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety, quality, and legality of both raw materials and finished gifting products. With a strong focus on food safety and compliance, you'll lead quality operations, manage audits, and drive continuous improvement across the site. This is a key leadership position, ideal for someone with a strong background in food manufacturing quality systems who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Food Safety & Compliance Ensure full compliance with food safety standards, legal requirements, and customer codes of practice Manage and maintain the Food Safety Management System (FSMS) Oversee HACCP plans and ensure they are regularly reviewed and updated Lead internal audits and support external/customer audits Raw Material Quality Oversee inspection and approval of raw materials against specifications Investigate non-conformances and work with suppliers to drive improvements Maintain accurate inspection records with supporting data and evidence Finished Goods Quality Ensure all finished products meet quality, safety, and legal standards Manage out-of-specification issues and implement corrective actions Monitor quality trends and provide insights to key stakeholders Train operational teams on quality standards and processes Lead, coach, and develop the gifting quality team Set objectives, manage performance, and conduct appraisals Plan team rotas to ensure effective quality coverage Promote a culture of high standards and continuous improvement Data & Reporting Analyse quality data and produce performance reports Identify trends and drive improvements using data insights Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Work cross-functionally with Procurement, Production, and NPD teams Act as the technical expert for gifting quality and food safety Support customer interactions and audits Provide technical input into new product development About You Proven experience in a Quality Manager role within the food industry Strong knowledge of HACCP, BRCGS, and food safety standards Experience with raw material and finished goods inspections Understanding of food labelling and compliance requirements Strong data analysis and reporting skills Experience leading and developing teams Key Behaviours Trusted - reliable, accountable, and detail-focused Passionate - committed to quality and continuous improvement Dynamic - proactive and solutions-driven Collaborative - strong team player with excellent stakeholder engagement Why Join MM Flowers? At MM Flowers, we're passionate about delivering high-quality products that customers love. You'll be joining a business that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, with opportunities to make a real impact. Apply now to take the next step in your quality leadership career.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Chatteris, Cambridgeshire (PE16 6EG) Full-time, 40 hours (Monday-Friday) MM Flowers is looking for an experienced Quality Manager to lead quality and food safety across our gifting division. About the Role As Quality Manager - Gifting, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety, quality, and legality of both raw materials and finished gifting products. With a strong focus on food safety and compliance, you'll lead quality operations, manage audits, and drive continuous improvement across the site. This is a key leadership position, ideal for someone with a strong background in food manufacturing quality systems who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Food Safety & Compliance Ensure full compliance with food safety standards, legal requirements, and customer codes of practice Manage and maintain the Food Safety Management System (FSMS) Oversee HACCP plans and ensure they are regularly reviewed and updated Lead internal audits and support external/customer audits Raw Material Quality Oversee inspection and approval of raw materials against specifications Investigate non-conformances and work with suppliers to drive improvements Maintain accurate inspection records with supporting data and evidence Finished Goods Quality Ensure all finished products meet quality, safety, and legal standards Manage out-of-specification issues and implement corrective actions Monitor quality trends and provide insights to key stakeholders Train operational teams on quality standards and processes Lead, coach, and develop the gifting quality team Set objectives, manage performance, and conduct appraisals Plan team rotas to ensure effective quality coverage Promote a culture of high standards and continuous improvement Data & Reporting Analyse quality data and produce performance reports Identify trends and drive improvements using data insights Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Work cross-functionally with Procurement, Production, and NPD teams Act as the technical expert for gifting quality and food safety Support customer interactions and audits Provide technical input into new product development About You Proven experience in a Quality Manager role within the food industry Strong knowledge of HACCP, BRCGS, and food safety standards Experience with raw material and finished goods inspections Understanding of food labelling and compliance requirements Strong data analysis and reporting skills Experience leading and developing teams Key Behaviours Trusted - reliable, accountable, and detail-focused Passionate - committed to quality and continuous improvement Dynamic - proactive and solutions-driven Collaborative - strong team player with excellent stakeholder engagement Why Join MM Flowers? At MM Flowers, we're passionate about delivering high-quality products that customers love. You'll be joining a business that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, with opportunities to make a real impact. Apply now to take the next step in your quality leadership career.
IDHL (Webevents Ltd)
Chief Operating Officer
IDHL (Webevents Ltd) Southampton, Hampshire
Chief Operating Officer Location: UK -This role is a combination of working on customer sites, at our operational locations in Peterborough, Southampton and Runcorn and remote working. We're open on location for the right individual. Salary : Competitive About ICE With over 50 years of experience, ICE is the UK's largest independent provider of cleaning equipment, supporting thousands of customer sites across sectors including retail, healthcare, logistics, manufacturing and education. We combine industry expertise with innovation - from traditional equipment to cutting-edge robotic cleaning solutions - while helping our customers meet their sustainability goals. As a fast-growing business, we offer real opportunity to shape strategy, drive change and make a lasting impact. The Role We're looking for a high-impact Chief Operating Officer to take ownership of operational performance across a fast-growing, market leading business. This is a pivotal executive role where you will shape and execute operational strategy, scale service delivery and drive performance across a complex, multi-site operation. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you will improve efficiency, enhance customer experience and support the next phase of growth with full accountability for delivering measurable results. Key Responsibilities Define and deliver operational strategy aligned to business growth Own service performance, KPIs and continuous improvement Act as senior escalation point for critical operational and customer issues Drive a culture of accountability, safety and operational excellence Lead the Service Delivery function through a team of managers Improve service quality, response times and customer satisfaction Use data and insight to identify risks, trends and opportunities Operational Oversight Hubs & Warehouse Own performance across regional hubs, ensuring efficiency, consistency and scalability Drive improvements in asset utilisation, inventory management and turnaround times Implement standardised processes for asset tracking, lifecycle management and quality control Field Engineering & Technical Services Lead nationwide field operations, ensuring high levels of productivity, safety and compliance Drive improvements in first-time fix rates, SLA performance and engineer utilisation Ensure consistent delivery of preventative maintenance, reactive repairs and compliance testing Helpdesk & Scheduling Oversee scheduling, resource planning and job allocation to maximise operational efficiency Improve response times, SLA adherence and customer communication Enhance systems and processes to increase visibility, accuracy and coordination Parts & Smartcall Ensure efficient parts supply, stock availability and supply chain performance Drive the development of Smartcall to improve remote diagnostics and reduce downtime Build strong supplier relationships to ensure cost control, quality and reliability Training & Development Own operational training strategy through the Training Service Delivery Managers Ensure workforce capability, compliance and ongoing technical development Align workforce development with operational goals and future business growth About You Proven senior operations leadership experience (COO/Operations Director level) Track record of improving performance, efficiency and scalability Strong commercial and strategic mindset Experience leading multi-site, service led operations Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills Experience in engineering, industrial cleaning equipment or service-based environments would be desirable Why Join ICE? Highly competitive salary package Employee benefits that work for you: ICE Cube (Reward Gateway) - discounts and perks Health Shield & Digital GP access Private medical insurance Life Assurance Enhanced company pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme Generous annual leave plus your birthday off each year Holiday Buy Back Scheme Long Service Awards Are you ready to make an impact? Join a market-leading, growing business where you'll shape operations, lead high-performing teams and play a pivotal role in driving the future success of our business! To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for ICE, please do not hesitate to apply.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Chief Operating Officer Location: UK -This role is a combination of working on customer sites, at our operational locations in Peterborough, Southampton and Runcorn and remote working. We're open on location for the right individual. Salary : Competitive About ICE With over 50 years of experience, ICE is the UK's largest independent provider of cleaning equipment, supporting thousands of customer sites across sectors including retail, healthcare, logistics, manufacturing and education. We combine industry expertise with innovation - from traditional equipment to cutting-edge robotic cleaning solutions - while helping our customers meet their sustainability goals. As a fast-growing business, we offer real opportunity to shape strategy, drive change and make a lasting impact. The Role We're looking for a high-impact Chief Operating Officer to take ownership of operational performance across a fast-growing, market leading business. This is a pivotal executive role where you will shape and execute operational strategy, scale service delivery and drive performance across a complex, multi-site operation. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you will improve efficiency, enhance customer experience and support the next phase of growth with full accountability for delivering measurable results. Key Responsibilities Define and deliver operational strategy aligned to business growth Own service performance, KPIs and continuous improvement Act as senior escalation point for critical operational and customer issues Drive a culture of accountability, safety and operational excellence Lead the Service Delivery function through a team of managers Improve service quality, response times and customer satisfaction Use data and insight to identify risks, trends and opportunities Operational Oversight Hubs & Warehouse Own performance across regional hubs, ensuring efficiency, consistency and scalability Drive improvements in asset utilisation, inventory management and turnaround times Implement standardised processes for asset tracking, lifecycle management and quality control Field Engineering & Technical Services Lead nationwide field operations, ensuring high levels of productivity, safety and compliance Drive improvements in first-time fix rates, SLA performance and engineer utilisation Ensure consistent delivery of preventative maintenance, reactive repairs and compliance testing Helpdesk & Scheduling Oversee scheduling, resource planning and job allocation to maximise operational efficiency Improve response times, SLA adherence and customer communication Enhance systems and processes to increase visibility, accuracy and coordination Parts & Smartcall Ensure efficient parts supply, stock availability and supply chain performance Drive the development of Smartcall to improve remote diagnostics and reduce downtime Build strong supplier relationships to ensure cost control, quality and reliability Training & Development Own operational training strategy through the Training Service Delivery Managers Ensure workforce capability, compliance and ongoing technical development Align workforce development with operational goals and future business growth About You Proven senior operations leadership experience (COO/Operations Director level) Track record of improving performance, efficiency and scalability Strong commercial and strategic mindset Experience leading multi-site, service led operations Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills Experience in engineering, industrial cleaning equipment or service-based environments would be desirable Why Join ICE? Highly competitive salary package Employee benefits that work for you: ICE Cube (Reward Gateway) - discounts and perks Health Shield & Digital GP access Private medical insurance Life Assurance Enhanced company pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme Generous annual leave plus your birthday off each year Holiday Buy Back Scheme Long Service Awards Are you ready to make an impact? Join a market-leading, growing business where you'll shape operations, lead high-performing teams and play a pivotal role in driving the future success of our business! To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for ICE, please do not hesitate to apply.

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