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. At Greencore we actively encourage our colleagues to apply for our vacancies, whether as a lateral move to broaden experience or the next step up to progress your career and development. We also welcome applications from external candidates who are eager to grow their career with us. Here in Boston we employ around 400 colleagues and produce ready to eat salads, prepared vegetables and snacks for many of the major retailers such as Coop, Boots, Greggs, Costco, Spar and BOL. What you'll be doing Shift: 3's and 2's - Nights As Manufacturing Shift Manager on Nights, you will lead colleagues and manage all aspects of the manufacturing operation on your shift ensuring that agreed production plans are met and all manufacturing standards are adhered to. Lead, co-ordinate and prioritise activity across a shift to deliver productivity and efficiency targets in line with the agreed production plan Ensure the adherence of all food manufacturing safety and quality standards by all teams on shift safeguarding the delivery of great tasting, high quality food products Review operational trends across the shift to identify and act upon opportunities that make sustainable improvements in quality, performance and profit Lead the ongoing development of the health and safety culture, promoting adherence to manufacturing guidelines, accident investigation and audit recommendations to support and improve health and safety in the working environment Ensure that communication and information channels are maintained within the operations team to ensure that immediate issues are resolved, and ongoing items and trends are shared with the broader operations community Forecast and control labour requirements, direct and indirect, to meet production programme requirements and customer expectations within budget Monitor and review team capability, ensuring all colleagues are clearly focused on their key objectives and developed to maximise their potential What we're looking for We're proud to be recognised in the Gender Equity Measure Top 100 for our commitment to gender equality. Prior experience of leading a team and resource planning in a people intensive, manufacturing/FMCG environment Demonstrable analytical skills - ability to pull actionable insight from data Hold key qualifications such as advanced food hygiene accreditation, HACCP level 3 qualification and Level Three Health and Safety - IOSH Experience of managing large numbers of people in a complex manufacturing environment 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.
May 02, 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 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. At Greencore we actively encourage our colleagues to apply for our vacancies, whether as a lateral move to broaden experience or the next step up to progress your career and development. We also welcome applications from external candidates who are eager to grow their career with us. Here in Boston we employ around 400 colleagues and produce ready to eat salads, prepared vegetables and snacks for many of the major retailers such as Coop, Boots, Greggs, Costco, Spar and BOL. What you'll be doing Shift: 3's and 2's - Nights As Manufacturing Shift Manager on Nights, you will lead colleagues and manage all aspects of the manufacturing operation on your shift ensuring that agreed production plans are met and all manufacturing standards are adhered to. Lead, co-ordinate and prioritise activity across a shift to deliver productivity and efficiency targets in line with the agreed production plan Ensure the adherence of all food manufacturing safety and quality standards by all teams on shift safeguarding the delivery of great tasting, high quality food products Review operational trends across the shift to identify and act upon opportunities that make sustainable improvements in quality, performance and profit Lead the ongoing development of the health and safety culture, promoting adherence to manufacturing guidelines, accident investigation and audit recommendations to support and improve health and safety in the working environment Ensure that communication and information channels are maintained within the operations team to ensure that immediate issues are resolved, and ongoing items and trends are shared with the broader operations community Forecast and control labour requirements, direct and indirect, to meet production programme requirements and customer expectations within budget Monitor and review team capability, ensuring all colleagues are clearly focused on their key objectives and developed to maximise their potential What we're looking for We're proud to be recognised in the Gender Equity Measure Top 100 for our commitment to gender equality. Prior experience of leading a team and resource planning in a people intensive, manufacturing/FMCG environment Demonstrable analytical skills - ability to pull actionable insight from data Hold key qualifications such as advanced food hygiene accreditation, HACCP level 3 qualification and Level Three Health and Safety - IOSH Experience of managing large numbers of people in a complex manufacturing environment 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.
Studio / Production Manager - Packaging / CGI Hull Salary - DOE Hours - 8.30-5pm (Monday - Thursday) & (phone number removed)pm Friday Hybrid working - 3 days in the office and 2 at home Company Our client creates digital packaging assets for some of the world's most recognisable brands. Their dynamic and innovative team works with FMCG companies to prepare packaging artwork for large-scale print production. As a digitally driven organisation, our client is committed to staying at the forefront of their industry. They design and develop their own cutting-edge technologies and powerful systems, enabling them to continuously evolve and drive their business forward. This approach ensures they consistently deliver a high-quality service to their clients-whether that involves retouching imagery for print-ready media or producing high-impact 3D visuals for e-commerce platforms. Overview Our client is looking for a highly driven, data-oriented Production / Studio Manager to lead regional production performance, planning, and continuous improvement across their artwork and CGI operations. In this role, you will be instrumental in shaping how production is planned, measured, and optimised-leveraging data, insights, and reporting to drive smarter, faster decision-making. You will lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team, while enhancing production reporting frameworks, dashboards, and forecasting models to support operational excellence. A strong technical understanding of, and hands-on experience within, the CGI packaging packshot industry would be a distinct advantage. Responsibilities Production Performance & Continuous Improvement Lead and optimise regional production performance, ensuring delivery against SLAs, quality standards, and key efficiency metrics. Drive continuous improvement by reducing errors, improving utilisation, and fostering a culture of innovation and operational excellence. Production Planning & Capacity Management Lead production planning and capacity management across short-, mid-, and long-term horizons to meet demand and delivery targets. Optimise resources and team capability through data-driven decisions, ensuring scalability and alignment with current and future business needs. Data Analysis, Insight Generation and Reporting Leverage data analysis and insights to drive operational efficiency, profitability, and informed decision-making. Develop and enhance reporting through automation, standardisation, and effective visualisation to communicate performance to stakeholders. Process & Operational Excellence Lead and approve production process improvements at a regional level, ensuring they remain scalable, efficient and fit for purpose. Collaborate with global stakeholders to align and standardise processes. Support implementation of new workflows, tools, and systems. People Leadership Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing, multidisciplinary production team. Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and development planning. Foster an engaged, collaborative, and high-performance culture. Manage recruitment, onboarding, and talent development. Promote a positive and inclusive working environment. Key Skills Proven experience in production management within creative environments (artwork, print, CGI), including leading and managing large teams (circa 40 people) Preferably from the packaging industry CGI experience would be desirable A data-driven thinker who uses insight to challenge and improve performance. A proactive leader who can balance strategic planning with hands-on execution. Someone who thrives on solving operational challenges. A collaborative partner who can influence across teams and functions. A continuous improvement mindset with a passion for operational excellence. An individual who champions the value of our teams and community. Someone with strong commercial awareness with the ability to drive performance and profitability. Interviews are being conducted as soon as possible for this vacancy, so if you are interested please get in touch as soon as possible and register your details with us. Please note; we will not pass on any of your details without prior consent! Key words - packaging / Production manager / studio manager / packshot / CGI / repro / reprographics / 3D
May 01, 2026
Full time
Studio / Production Manager - Packaging / CGI Hull Salary - DOE Hours - 8.30-5pm (Monday - Thursday) & (phone number removed)pm Friday Hybrid working - 3 days in the office and 2 at home Company Our client creates digital packaging assets for some of the world's most recognisable brands. Their dynamic and innovative team works with FMCG companies to prepare packaging artwork for large-scale print production. As a digitally driven organisation, our client is committed to staying at the forefront of their industry. They design and develop their own cutting-edge technologies and powerful systems, enabling them to continuously evolve and drive their business forward. This approach ensures they consistently deliver a high-quality service to their clients-whether that involves retouching imagery for print-ready media or producing high-impact 3D visuals for e-commerce platforms. Overview Our client is looking for a highly driven, data-oriented Production / Studio Manager to lead regional production performance, planning, and continuous improvement across their artwork and CGI operations. In this role, you will be instrumental in shaping how production is planned, measured, and optimised-leveraging data, insights, and reporting to drive smarter, faster decision-making. You will lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team, while enhancing production reporting frameworks, dashboards, and forecasting models to support operational excellence. A strong technical understanding of, and hands-on experience within, the CGI packaging packshot industry would be a distinct advantage. Responsibilities Production Performance & Continuous Improvement Lead and optimise regional production performance, ensuring delivery against SLAs, quality standards, and key efficiency metrics. Drive continuous improvement by reducing errors, improving utilisation, and fostering a culture of innovation and operational excellence. Production Planning & Capacity Management Lead production planning and capacity management across short-, mid-, and long-term horizons to meet demand and delivery targets. Optimise resources and team capability through data-driven decisions, ensuring scalability and alignment with current and future business needs. Data Analysis, Insight Generation and Reporting Leverage data analysis and insights to drive operational efficiency, profitability, and informed decision-making. Develop and enhance reporting through automation, standardisation, and effective visualisation to communicate performance to stakeholders. Process & Operational Excellence Lead and approve production process improvements at a regional level, ensuring they remain scalable, efficient and fit for purpose. Collaborate with global stakeholders to align and standardise processes. Support implementation of new workflows, tools, and systems. People Leadership Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing, multidisciplinary production team. Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and development planning. Foster an engaged, collaborative, and high-performance culture. Manage recruitment, onboarding, and talent development. Promote a positive and inclusive working environment. Key Skills Proven experience in production management within creative environments (artwork, print, CGI), including leading and managing large teams (circa 40 people) Preferably from the packaging industry CGI experience would be desirable A data-driven thinker who uses insight to challenge and improve performance. A proactive leader who can balance strategic planning with hands-on execution. Someone who thrives on solving operational challenges. A collaborative partner who can influence across teams and functions. A continuous improvement mindset with a passion for operational excellence. An individual who champions the value of our teams and community. Someone with strong commercial awareness with the ability to drive performance and profitability. Interviews are being conducted as soon as possible for this vacancy, so if you are interested please get in touch as soon as possible and register your details with us. Please note; we will not pass on any of your details without prior consent! Key words - packaging / Production manager / studio manager / packshot / CGI / repro / reprographics / 3D
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. At Greencore we actively encourage our colleagues to apply for our vacancies, whether as a lateral move to broaden experience or the next step up to progress your career and development. We also welcome applications from external candidates who are eager to grow their career with us. Our site in Kiveton employs over 600 and is the UK's largest quiche bakery, producing more than 42 million quiche each year along with a wide range of ready meals and soups. What you'll be doing Shift: Sunday to Thursday - 21:30 to 05:30 As Manufacturing Shift Manager on Nights , you will lead colleagues and manage all aspects of the manufacturing operation on your shift ensuring that agreed production plans are met and all manufacturing standards are adhered to. Lead, co-ordinate and prioritise activity across a shift to deliver productivity and efficiency targets in line with the agreed production plan Ensure the adherence of all food manufacturing safety and quality standards by all teams on shift safeguarding the delivery of great tasting, high quality food products Review operational trends across the shift to identify and act upon opportunities that make sustainable improvements in quality, performance and profit Lead the ongoing development of the health and safety culture, promoting adherence to manufacturing guidelines, accident investigation and audit recommendations to support and improve health and safety in the working environment Ensure that communication and information channels are maintained within the operations team to ensure that immediate issues are resolved, and ongoing items and trends are shared with the broader operations community Forecast and control labour requirements, direct and indirect, to meet production programme requirements and customer expectations within budget Monitor and review team capability, ensuring all colleagues are clearly focused on their key objectives and developed to maximise their potential What we're looking for We're proud to be recognised in the Gender Equity Measure Top 100 for our commitment to gender equality. Prior experience of leading a team and resource planning in a people intensive, manufacturing/FMCG environment Demonstrable analytical skills - ability to pull actionable insight from data Hold key qualifications such as advanced food hygiene accreditation, HACCP level 3 qualification and Level Three Health and Safety - IOSH Experience of managing large numbers of people in a complex manufacturing environment 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. We reserve the right to close this advertisement before the stated closing date.
May 01, 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 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. At Greencore we actively encourage our colleagues to apply for our vacancies, whether as a lateral move to broaden experience or the next step up to progress your career and development. We also welcome applications from external candidates who are eager to grow their career with us. Our site in Kiveton employs over 600 and is the UK's largest quiche bakery, producing more than 42 million quiche each year along with a wide range of ready meals and soups. What you'll be doing Shift: Sunday to Thursday - 21:30 to 05:30 As Manufacturing Shift Manager on Nights , you will lead colleagues and manage all aspects of the manufacturing operation on your shift ensuring that agreed production plans are met and all manufacturing standards are adhered to. Lead, co-ordinate and prioritise activity across a shift to deliver productivity and efficiency targets in line with the agreed production plan Ensure the adherence of all food manufacturing safety and quality standards by all teams on shift safeguarding the delivery of great tasting, high quality food products Review operational trends across the shift to identify and act upon opportunities that make sustainable improvements in quality, performance and profit Lead the ongoing development of the health and safety culture, promoting adherence to manufacturing guidelines, accident investigation and audit recommendations to support and improve health and safety in the working environment Ensure that communication and information channels are maintained within the operations team to ensure that immediate issues are resolved, and ongoing items and trends are shared with the broader operations community Forecast and control labour requirements, direct and indirect, to meet production programme requirements and customer expectations within budget Monitor and review team capability, ensuring all colleagues are clearly focused on their key objectives and developed to maximise their potential What we're looking for We're proud to be recognised in the Gender Equity Measure Top 100 for our commitment to gender equality. Prior experience of leading a team and resource planning in a people intensive, manufacturing/FMCG environment Demonstrable analytical skills - ability to pull actionable insight from data Hold key qualifications such as advanced food hygiene accreditation, HACCP level 3 qualification and Level Three Health and Safety - IOSH Experience of managing large numbers of people in a complex manufacturing environment 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. We reserve the right to close this advertisement before the stated closing date.
Media Planning Manager - (Offline Media) Global Media Agency London - Hybrid Working £45,000 This is a great opportunity for an offline media planner who wants to work at the heart of large scale, integrated brand campaigns for a high profile global FMCG client. A leading global media agency is looking for a Communications Planning Manager to support offline brand planning and campaign delivery across EMEA. With a focus on Linear TV, BVOD, OOH and Cinema, you'll play a central role in turning brand strategy into impactful media execution across multiple markets. If you enjoy coordinating complex campaigns, working closely with specialists, and delivering high quality work at scale, this role offers strong exposure and progression. Why this role? Well known global FMCG brand with scale and visibility Offline led role within fully integrated campaigns Hybrid & flexible working genuinely supported Clear career progression within a global agency network Collaborative, structured environment with strong leadership The opportunity You'll support end to end offline planning across EMEA, bringing together TV, BVOD, OOH and Cinema into cohesive, well structured media plans. Sitting between strategy, planning and activation, this role blends campaign coordination with hands on planning, giving you exposure to senior stakeholders and multi market delivery without losing closeness to the work. It's an ideal step for someone ready to grow their responsibility while staying embedded in offline media. What you'll be doing Coordinating integrated responses to brief across TV, BVOD, OOH and Cinema Supporting the development of offline led, cross channel media plans Managing campaign timelines, deliverables and dependencies across EMEA Ensuring campaigns meet quality standards, timelines and delivery expectations Supporting reporting, results analysis and campaign insights Joining client status calls and supporting day to day communications Assisting with budgets, POs, reconciliations and financial checks Working closely with internal teams to improve processes and delivery standards What they're looking for 3+ years' experience in media planning or activation Strong knowledge of Linear TV, BVOD, OOH and Cinema Experience working on brand led, integrated campaigns Confident communicator, comfortable working with multiple stakeholders Highly organised, detail focused and deadline driven Experience working across multiple markets is a plus Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law. If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let us know.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Media Planning Manager - (Offline Media) Global Media Agency London - Hybrid Working £45,000 This is a great opportunity for an offline media planner who wants to work at the heart of large scale, integrated brand campaigns for a high profile global FMCG client. A leading global media agency is looking for a Communications Planning Manager to support offline brand planning and campaign delivery across EMEA. With a focus on Linear TV, BVOD, OOH and Cinema, you'll play a central role in turning brand strategy into impactful media execution across multiple markets. If you enjoy coordinating complex campaigns, working closely with specialists, and delivering high quality work at scale, this role offers strong exposure and progression. Why this role? Well known global FMCG brand with scale and visibility Offline led role within fully integrated campaigns Hybrid & flexible working genuinely supported Clear career progression within a global agency network Collaborative, structured environment with strong leadership The opportunity You'll support end to end offline planning across EMEA, bringing together TV, BVOD, OOH and Cinema into cohesive, well structured media plans. Sitting between strategy, planning and activation, this role blends campaign coordination with hands on planning, giving you exposure to senior stakeholders and multi market delivery without losing closeness to the work. It's an ideal step for someone ready to grow their responsibility while staying embedded in offline media. What you'll be doing Coordinating integrated responses to brief across TV, BVOD, OOH and Cinema Supporting the development of offline led, cross channel media plans Managing campaign timelines, deliverables and dependencies across EMEA Ensuring campaigns meet quality standards, timelines and delivery expectations Supporting reporting, results analysis and campaign insights Joining client status calls and supporting day to day communications Assisting with budgets, POs, reconciliations and financial checks Working closely with internal teams to improve processes and delivery standards What they're looking for 3+ years' experience in media planning or activation Strong knowledge of Linear TV, BVOD, OOH and Cinema Experience working on brand led, integrated campaigns Confident communicator, comfortable working with multiple stakeholders Highly organised, detail focused and deadline driven Experience working across multiple markets is a plus Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law. If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let us know.
A global media agency in London is seeking a Media Planning Manager to lead offline media strategies for a high-profile client. In this hybrid role, you will coordinate complex media campaigns across Linear TV, BVOD, OOH, and Cinema, ensuring quality and timely delivery. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in media planning, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and a focus on integrated campaigns. Join a collaborative environment that supports career growth and flexible working.
May 01, 2026
Full time
A global media agency in London is seeking a Media Planning Manager to lead offline media strategies for a high-profile client. In this hybrid role, you will coordinate complex media campaigns across Linear TV, BVOD, OOH, and Cinema, ensuring quality and timely delivery. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in media planning, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and a focus on integrated campaigns. Join a collaborative environment that supports career growth and flexible working.
Job Title: Qualitative Associate Director Department: Beano Brain Reporting to: Group Director - UK Qual Location: London, UK Ways of Working: Hybrid; 2 days a week in the office Contract Type: Permanent Beano Brain, a leading kid, youth and family insights agency, is hiring a Qualitative Associate Director to join the team in our London office on Fleet Street. Beano Brain is part of the DCT Thomson Media and publishing company. Beano Brain is a team of collaborators who balance being supportive and transparent with rebel thinking. While fostering a non hierarchical environment where team members take initiative and aren't afraid to challenge each other's thinking, Beano Brain gives everyone on the team a voice. No two days are the same at Beano Brain! The Qualitative Associate Director will operate across qualitative projects for medium and large clients in the UK, Europe and the US as well as contribute to insight product innovation. You will also be excited about bringing on young researchers and seeing them succeed under your guidance. DESCRIPTION The Qualitative Associate Director will deliver commercially valuable qualitative insight that enables Beano Brain clients to make faster, more confident decisions in a shifting kids, teens and families' landscape. Demand for rigorous, creative qualitative insight is growing as clients face tougher markets, tighter budgets, and rapid behavioural change across young audiences. The Qualitative Associate Director role strengthens Beano Brain's ability to scale insight delivery across the UK, Europe and the US. It drives high quality project direction, builds client relationships that support growth, and develops insight talent so the team can respond quickly to new opportunities. It ensures that insight output is evidence based, actionable and aligned to Beano Brain's commercial strategy and innovation priorities. Managing 3 direct reports, the Qualitative Associate Director will also interface with Insight Directors, Commercial Managing Director, Commercial Director, Research Managers, cross functional colleagues contributing to data, trends or commercial opportunities, and external partners (fieldwork agencies, specialist moderators, international partners). Collaboration involves leading project design and insight delivery, advising on qualitative approaches, contributing to commercial planning, and aligning with Directors for approval on pricing, methodology shifts, contract terms and major client decisions. Key responsibilities include: Client insight delivery Deliver qualitative insight projects that provide clear, evidence based recommendations that shape client decisions and commercial outcomes. Ensure all work meets Beano Brain quality standards and is delivered on time and within budget. Project and portfolio direction Own the design and delivery of medium sized qualitative projects and contribute to larger, multi market programmes. Ensure that insights are synthesised and communicated in a way that directly supports growth opportunities in Beano Brain's commercial portfolio. Client relationship management Lead and grow relationships on medium sized accounts and support relationship development on larger ones. Ensure clients receive proactive guidance, trend insight and challenge that deepens partnership value. Team development 50% of time dedicated to managing and mentoring; 50% of time dedicated to project work Develop and manage Research Managers and junior qualitative researchers. Set clear expectations, coach performance, and build capability in analysis, moderation and storytelling to support a high performant team culture. Commercial contribution Contribute to winning new work by shaping proposals, costing projects, presenting capabilities and using existing client contacts. Ensure each project supports margin, repeat work and wider portfolio opportunities. Insight innovation Support the evolution of Beano Brain's qualitative tools and approaches. Test, refine and share new methods that improve authenticity, speed, and impact of insights across markets. Skills: Applying insight to refine client decision processes. Structuring qualitative data, synthesising findings and identifying patterns. Selecting and applying qualitative and mixed method approaches. Directing projects, resources, risks and timelines. Building long term, trusted partnerships. Client challenges into clear insight objectives. Designing discussion guides, stimuli and co creation tasks. Evolving qualitative approaches in response to market shifts and client needs. Developing capability and performance in junior researchers. Creating clear insight narratives and presenting to senior stakeholders. Experience: Proven experience moderating with kids, teens, parents and families. Leading qualitative projects in agencies or consultancies. Working with clients in sectors such as media, tech, gaming, FMCG or leisure. Experience in multi market qualitative delivery. Behaviours that will help this role succeed: Being More Curious Seeks new signals in youth and family behaviours and challenges assumptions with evidence. Actively explores new qualitative methods and audience dynamics. Experiment with Purpose Tests new research approaches in controlled, commercially relevant ways. Brings forward ideas that improve insight speed, authenticity and client value. Owning the Outcomes Takes accountability for project quality, client impact and commercial performance. Escalates risks early and follows through until the job is done well. Being More Collaborative Works openly with colleagues across the portfolio, sharing tools, insight and lessons learned. Builds trust with clients and internal teams by being transparent, prepared and reliable.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Qualitative Associate Director Department: Beano Brain Reporting to: Group Director - UK Qual Location: London, UK Ways of Working: Hybrid; 2 days a week in the office Contract Type: Permanent Beano Brain, a leading kid, youth and family insights agency, is hiring a Qualitative Associate Director to join the team in our London office on Fleet Street. Beano Brain is part of the DCT Thomson Media and publishing company. Beano Brain is a team of collaborators who balance being supportive and transparent with rebel thinking. While fostering a non hierarchical environment where team members take initiative and aren't afraid to challenge each other's thinking, Beano Brain gives everyone on the team a voice. No two days are the same at Beano Brain! The Qualitative Associate Director will operate across qualitative projects for medium and large clients in the UK, Europe and the US as well as contribute to insight product innovation. You will also be excited about bringing on young researchers and seeing them succeed under your guidance. DESCRIPTION The Qualitative Associate Director will deliver commercially valuable qualitative insight that enables Beano Brain clients to make faster, more confident decisions in a shifting kids, teens and families' landscape. Demand for rigorous, creative qualitative insight is growing as clients face tougher markets, tighter budgets, and rapid behavioural change across young audiences. The Qualitative Associate Director role strengthens Beano Brain's ability to scale insight delivery across the UK, Europe and the US. It drives high quality project direction, builds client relationships that support growth, and develops insight talent so the team can respond quickly to new opportunities. It ensures that insight output is evidence based, actionable and aligned to Beano Brain's commercial strategy and innovation priorities. Managing 3 direct reports, the Qualitative Associate Director will also interface with Insight Directors, Commercial Managing Director, Commercial Director, Research Managers, cross functional colleagues contributing to data, trends or commercial opportunities, and external partners (fieldwork agencies, specialist moderators, international partners). Collaboration involves leading project design and insight delivery, advising on qualitative approaches, contributing to commercial planning, and aligning with Directors for approval on pricing, methodology shifts, contract terms and major client decisions. Key responsibilities include: Client insight delivery Deliver qualitative insight projects that provide clear, evidence based recommendations that shape client decisions and commercial outcomes. Ensure all work meets Beano Brain quality standards and is delivered on time and within budget. Project and portfolio direction Own the design and delivery of medium sized qualitative projects and contribute to larger, multi market programmes. Ensure that insights are synthesised and communicated in a way that directly supports growth opportunities in Beano Brain's commercial portfolio. Client relationship management Lead and grow relationships on medium sized accounts and support relationship development on larger ones. Ensure clients receive proactive guidance, trend insight and challenge that deepens partnership value. Team development 50% of time dedicated to managing and mentoring; 50% of time dedicated to project work Develop and manage Research Managers and junior qualitative researchers. Set clear expectations, coach performance, and build capability in analysis, moderation and storytelling to support a high performant team culture. Commercial contribution Contribute to winning new work by shaping proposals, costing projects, presenting capabilities and using existing client contacts. Ensure each project supports margin, repeat work and wider portfolio opportunities. Insight innovation Support the evolution of Beano Brain's qualitative tools and approaches. Test, refine and share new methods that improve authenticity, speed, and impact of insights across markets. Skills: Applying insight to refine client decision processes. Structuring qualitative data, synthesising findings and identifying patterns. Selecting and applying qualitative and mixed method approaches. Directing projects, resources, risks and timelines. Building long term, trusted partnerships. Client challenges into clear insight objectives. Designing discussion guides, stimuli and co creation tasks. Evolving qualitative approaches in response to market shifts and client needs. Developing capability and performance in junior researchers. Creating clear insight narratives and presenting to senior stakeholders. Experience: Proven experience moderating with kids, teens, parents and families. Leading qualitative projects in agencies or consultancies. Working with clients in sectors such as media, tech, gaming, FMCG or leisure. Experience in multi market qualitative delivery. Behaviours that will help this role succeed: Being More Curious Seeks new signals in youth and family behaviours and challenges assumptions with evidence. Actively explores new qualitative methods and audience dynamics. Experiment with Purpose Tests new research approaches in controlled, commercially relevant ways. Brings forward ideas that improve insight speed, authenticity and client value. Owning the Outcomes Takes accountability for project quality, client impact and commercial performance. Escalates risks early and follows through until the job is done well. Being More Collaborative Works openly with colleagues across the portfolio, sharing tools, insight and lessons learned. Builds trust with clients and internal teams by being transparent, prepared and reliable.
About the Role This is a senior leadership role for a dynamic marketer and business builder who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments. This is a Country-based role that works with the Global category teams to drive brand strategies and in-market execution for Deliciously Ella (Local / Global Brand), Organix (Local Brand), and Goodies (Global Brand). You will lead all aspects of local marketing, including brand and communication strategy, portfolio management, innovation pipeline, P&L ownership, and team leadership, with a Marketing budget of c. £3m. You'll collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Finance, R&D, Quality, and Operations to execute business strategies with excellence. The Marketing Director Hero UK&I is a pivotal member of the UKI Senior Leadership Team, reporting to the General Manager. The Marketing Director will also be a key member of the Hero Group Marketing Leadership Team, with the opportunity to engage with peers across markets and collaborate closely with our group centres of expertise (e.g. Consumer Insights, Marketing Excellence). The Team You'll be leading a dynamic team of three Marketing Managers and a total of 16 talented professionals. The team is responsible for connecting the brand purpose to business strategy through marketing plan development and activation, content creation and communications. We have two in-house designers, and we specialise in digital marketing and content with a history of creating an engaged and active community, particularly with Deliciously Ella. Key Responsibilities Lead the local brand execution for Deliciously Ella, Organix, and Goodies, ensuring compelling, purpose-driven brand building rooted in consumer insight and driving long term growth. Fully own Organix brand development and positioning (a local UKI brand) in collaboration with our Group Category team. Develop and execute integrated marketing plans across retail, digital, media, and influencer channels for all brands, elevating brand equity and consumer engagement. Own UK portfolio management, identifying opportunities for innovation, renovation, and brand repositioning, in partnership with Category and R&D teams. Work closely with Category, Sales, R&D, and Finance teams to align marketing strategies with overall business objectives and drive measurable impact. Champion operational marketing excellence, translating consumer and market data into actionable strategies that deliver trial, conversion, and growth. Provide inspiring leadership to the marketing team, supporting professional development, performance feedback, and day-to-day coaching. Manage marketing budgets, business planning, and forecasting, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for brand and category growth. Engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and cross-functional collaboration. About You - skills and experiences Extensive experience (10+ years) in FMCG marketing and brand management, with a proven track record across both large matrix global organisations and SMEs. Experience in, and strong understanding of, working in a category-led operating model. Demonstrated expertise in local marketing and brand building, operational marketing, and portfolio management. Experience in both nurturing brands from start-up phase to creating growth and brand love for established household names. Strong digital awareness and capability for leading the creation of highly engaging content. Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and engage across all organisational levels. Prior experience in a local leadership team would be a strong plus. Highly analytical, with proficiency in market and consumer insight tools and a continuous improvement mindset. Experience leading and motivating teams towards shared goals, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. Outstanding communication, presentation, and facilitation skills. About You - Personal Attributes A fast adopter who embraces change and adapts to evolving business needs. A strategic thinker who is decisive, proactive, and results oriented. An inclusive leader, able to empower others and build energy and enthusiasm within the team. A relationship builder, skilled at navigating complex environments and driving consensus. Where you'll work You'll be based in our London office on Tottenham Court Road. Your team will be located across London and Bournemouth, meaning you'll need to travel to Bournemouth around 1-2 times a month (an overnight stay and travel will be covered by the company). You may also be expected to travel abroad from time to time for Hero Group meetings. We have a flexible hybrid working policy, with a minimum of two days per week in the office, but we encourage our team to be together as much as possible. What We Offer 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off Private Medical Insurance from day one (plus dental and optical fund) Life Assurance and Income Protection Contributory pension scheme starting with 5% employer contribution, moving to 10% with service, and access to free pension advice Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Access to Grocery Aid employee assistance resources. Massages & Reflexology when you are in our Bournemouth office Psycle Classes when you are in our London office Salary sacrificd schemes: Childcare support, Home & Tech, Bike to Work and Electric Car Schemes On-site parking at our Bournemouth Office Hybrid Working and Flexible Bank Holidays Summer hours in July and August Office perks including team breakfasts and lunches and snacks from all our UK brands Learning Opportunities and Study Leave Free Deliciously Ella App Access for you and five friends and family Equal Opportunity Statement Hero UK&I is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected category under applicable laws.
May 01, 2026
Full time
About the Role This is a senior leadership role for a dynamic marketer and business builder who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments. This is a Country-based role that works with the Global category teams to drive brand strategies and in-market execution for Deliciously Ella (Local / Global Brand), Organix (Local Brand), and Goodies (Global Brand). You will lead all aspects of local marketing, including brand and communication strategy, portfolio management, innovation pipeline, P&L ownership, and team leadership, with a Marketing budget of c. £3m. You'll collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Finance, R&D, Quality, and Operations to execute business strategies with excellence. The Marketing Director Hero UK&I is a pivotal member of the UKI Senior Leadership Team, reporting to the General Manager. The Marketing Director will also be a key member of the Hero Group Marketing Leadership Team, with the opportunity to engage with peers across markets and collaborate closely with our group centres of expertise (e.g. Consumer Insights, Marketing Excellence). The Team You'll be leading a dynamic team of three Marketing Managers and a total of 16 talented professionals. The team is responsible for connecting the brand purpose to business strategy through marketing plan development and activation, content creation and communications. We have two in-house designers, and we specialise in digital marketing and content with a history of creating an engaged and active community, particularly with Deliciously Ella. Key Responsibilities Lead the local brand execution for Deliciously Ella, Organix, and Goodies, ensuring compelling, purpose-driven brand building rooted in consumer insight and driving long term growth. Fully own Organix brand development and positioning (a local UKI brand) in collaboration with our Group Category team. Develop and execute integrated marketing plans across retail, digital, media, and influencer channels for all brands, elevating brand equity and consumer engagement. Own UK portfolio management, identifying opportunities for innovation, renovation, and brand repositioning, in partnership with Category and R&D teams. Work closely with Category, Sales, R&D, and Finance teams to align marketing strategies with overall business objectives and drive measurable impact. Champion operational marketing excellence, translating consumer and market data into actionable strategies that deliver trial, conversion, and growth. Provide inspiring leadership to the marketing team, supporting professional development, performance feedback, and day-to-day coaching. Manage marketing budgets, business planning, and forecasting, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for brand and category growth. Engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and cross-functional collaboration. About You - skills and experiences Extensive experience (10+ years) in FMCG marketing and brand management, with a proven track record across both large matrix global organisations and SMEs. Experience in, and strong understanding of, working in a category-led operating model. Demonstrated expertise in local marketing and brand building, operational marketing, and portfolio management. Experience in both nurturing brands from start-up phase to creating growth and brand love for established household names. Strong digital awareness and capability for leading the creation of highly engaging content. Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and engage across all organisational levels. Prior experience in a local leadership team would be a strong plus. Highly analytical, with proficiency in market and consumer insight tools and a continuous improvement mindset. Experience leading and motivating teams towards shared goals, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. Outstanding communication, presentation, and facilitation skills. About You - Personal Attributes A fast adopter who embraces change and adapts to evolving business needs. A strategic thinker who is decisive, proactive, and results oriented. An inclusive leader, able to empower others and build energy and enthusiasm within the team. A relationship builder, skilled at navigating complex environments and driving consensus. Where you'll work You'll be based in our London office on Tottenham Court Road. Your team will be located across London and Bournemouth, meaning you'll need to travel to Bournemouth around 1-2 times a month (an overnight stay and travel will be covered by the company). You may also be expected to travel abroad from time to time for Hero Group meetings. We have a flexible hybrid working policy, with a minimum of two days per week in the office, but we encourage our team to be together as much as possible. What We Offer 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off Private Medical Insurance from day one (plus dental and optical fund) Life Assurance and Income Protection Contributory pension scheme starting with 5% employer contribution, moving to 10% with service, and access to free pension advice Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Access to Grocery Aid employee assistance resources. Massages & Reflexology when you are in our Bournemouth office Psycle Classes when you are in our London office Salary sacrificd schemes: Childcare support, Home & Tech, Bike to Work and Electric Car Schemes On-site parking at our Bournemouth Office Hybrid Working and Flexible Bank Holidays Summer hours in July and August Office perks including team breakfasts and lunches and snacks from all our UK brands Learning Opportunities and Study Leave Free Deliciously Ella App Access for you and five friends and family Equal Opportunity Statement Hero UK&I is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected category under applicable laws.
Buyer - Food Wembley (onsite) £34,000-£40,000 per annum We are working exclusively with a well-established, growing food manufacturing business based in Wembley to appoint a Buyer into their procurement team. This is an immediate start opportunity for someone who is ready to hit the ground running and take real ownership of a busy and varied category. This is a hands-on buying role with genuine autonomy. You will manage a portfolio of 20 to 25 suppliers across food ingredients and commodities with a particular focus on nuts, pulses and related categories taking full ownership of those relationships from day one. This is not a role where you will be micromanaged. They want someone who can operate independently, build strong supplier relationships, and keep everything running smoothly across pricing, admin and supply continuity. The Role Manage and develop relationships with 20 to 25 suppliers across nuts, pulses and food commodities Negotiate pricing, terms, MOQs and service levels directly with suppliers Maintain accurate and up to date pricing, lead times and availability data within internal systems Generate and manage new product codes and support the onboarding of new suppliers Support NPD activity by sourcing new or alternative raw materials and providing cost input Manage the QA held stock process to achieve appropriate commercial outcomes Monitor commodity markets, cost drivers and supply risks Identify and deliver cost saving and value improvement initiatives Work closely with Planning, Stock Control, Technical and QA teams to ensure continuity of supply and compliance Support the Critical Path process to ensure new product launches are delivered on time Take on projects as assigned and contribute to wider procurement team objectives What We're Looking For 2 to 5 years buying experience within food manufacturing or FMCG essential Proven experience managing supplier relationships and negotiating pricing Comfortable working independently and managing your own workload without close supervision Strong commercial awareness and understanding of cost drivers and margin impact Highly organised with strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping Strong Excel skills confident with data manipulation Power BI experience a bonus but not essential Able to start immediately or at short notice
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Buyer - Food Wembley (onsite) £34,000-£40,000 per annum We are working exclusively with a well-established, growing food manufacturing business based in Wembley to appoint a Buyer into their procurement team. This is an immediate start opportunity for someone who is ready to hit the ground running and take real ownership of a busy and varied category. This is a hands-on buying role with genuine autonomy. You will manage a portfolio of 20 to 25 suppliers across food ingredients and commodities with a particular focus on nuts, pulses and related categories taking full ownership of those relationships from day one. This is not a role where you will be micromanaged. They want someone who can operate independently, build strong supplier relationships, and keep everything running smoothly across pricing, admin and supply continuity. The Role Manage and develop relationships with 20 to 25 suppliers across nuts, pulses and food commodities Negotiate pricing, terms, MOQs and service levels directly with suppliers Maintain accurate and up to date pricing, lead times and availability data within internal systems Generate and manage new product codes and support the onboarding of new suppliers Support NPD activity by sourcing new or alternative raw materials and providing cost input Manage the QA held stock process to achieve appropriate commercial outcomes Monitor commodity markets, cost drivers and supply risks Identify and deliver cost saving and value improvement initiatives Work closely with Planning, Stock Control, Technical and QA teams to ensure continuity of supply and compliance Support the Critical Path process to ensure new product launches are delivered on time Take on projects as assigned and contribute to wider procurement team objectives What We're Looking For 2 to 5 years buying experience within food manufacturing or FMCG essential Proven experience managing supplier relationships and negotiating pricing Comfortable working independently and managing your own workload without close supervision Strong commercial awareness and understanding of cost drivers and margin impact Highly organised with strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping Strong Excel skills confident with data manipulation Power BI experience a bonus but not essential Able to start immediately or at short notice
As Media Buying Manager you will lead the development and execution of integrated media buying strategies across TV, digital, OOH, print, radio, and emerging media channels. Client Details Highest growth EV car manufacturer globally, with HQ in London Description Lead the development and execution of integrated media buying strategies across TV, digital, OOH, print, radio, and emerging media channels. Oversee and manage relationships with external media agencies Responsible for in-depth audience analysis and market research to guide data-driven, targeted media investments. Negotiate media rates, placements, and sponsorship deals Monitor, optimise, and report on media campaign performance Manage and track substantial media budgets Stay ahead of evolving media trends, emerging technologies, and innovative channel opportunities within the UK market Work with senior management to inform strategic media investment decisions Profile Demonstrable experience in media buying, preferably within automotive, FMCG, or agency settings Expertise managing large-scale, multi-channel media campaigns with proven results In-depth knowledge of the UK media landscape, consumer behaviour insights, and competitor benchmarking Proficiency with media planning/buying platforms and analytical tools (e.g., Nielsen, Kantar, AdIntel, Google Ads, Meta, DV360) Strong negotiation and agency/vendor management capabilities. Strong analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to measure, report, and optimise media performance Automotive industry experience highly desirable Job Offer Competitive salary up to 70,000 + bonus Opportunity to work in the largest and highest growth EV car manufacturer globally Fully onsite - 5 days a week in Chiswick
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
As Media Buying Manager you will lead the development and execution of integrated media buying strategies across TV, digital, OOH, print, radio, and emerging media channels. Client Details Highest growth EV car manufacturer globally, with HQ in London Description Lead the development and execution of integrated media buying strategies across TV, digital, OOH, print, radio, and emerging media channels. Oversee and manage relationships with external media agencies Responsible for in-depth audience analysis and market research to guide data-driven, targeted media investments. Negotiate media rates, placements, and sponsorship deals Monitor, optimise, and report on media campaign performance Manage and track substantial media budgets Stay ahead of evolving media trends, emerging technologies, and innovative channel opportunities within the UK market Work with senior management to inform strategic media investment decisions Profile Demonstrable experience in media buying, preferably within automotive, FMCG, or agency settings Expertise managing large-scale, multi-channel media campaigns with proven results In-depth knowledge of the UK media landscape, consumer behaviour insights, and competitor benchmarking Proficiency with media planning/buying platforms and analytical tools (e.g., Nielsen, Kantar, AdIntel, Google Ads, Meta, DV360) Strong negotiation and agency/vendor management capabilities. Strong analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to measure, report, and optimise media performance Automotive industry experience highly desirable Job Offer Competitive salary up to 70,000 + bonus Opportunity to work in the largest and highest growth EV car manufacturer globally Fully onsite - 5 days a week in Chiswick
Workforce Recruitment Group Limited
Bolton, Lancashire
Senior Account Manager - Food Manufacturing / FMCG (Delivery & Site Relationship Lead) Location: Bolton (with regular on site presence) Salary: Circa £35,000 - £40,000 DOE + £10,000 OTE bonus Are you a senior Account Manager who thrives in fast paced manufacturing environments and takes pride in delivering results on site? Do you enjoy owning high volume candidate fulfilment, managing day to day client relationships, and ensuring workforce stability in operationally critical settings? If you're calm under pressure, delivery focused, and confident working closely with production and site leadership teams, we'd love to meet you. Why Workforce? With 17+ years of industry expertise, Workforce is a trusted recruitment partner to leading organisations across Engineering, Manufacturing, FMCG, Automotive, Healthcare, and Hospitality. We deliver high quality temporary and permanent recruitment solutions locally, nationally, and internationally. Due to continued growth within a major food manufacturing partnership, we're looking for a Senior Account Manager to lead delivery and site level relationships for a flagship client. The Role This is a senior, delivery led Account Management role focused on operational execution and on site relationship management. You will act as the primary day to day contact at site level, ensuring recruitment delivery, workforce continuity, and service quality. Commercial strategy and pricing are retained at senior leadership level your focus is delivery excellence and trusted client partnership . What You'll Be Doing Act as the primary on site point of contact for a key food manufacturing client, managing all day to day delivery and relationship activity Own end to end candidate fulfilment across high volume roles, from vacancy briefing through to start dates, retention, and ongoing workforce stability Work closely with Recruitment, Resourcing, and Compliance teams to ensure fast, accurate, and compliant placements Maintain regular on site presence, building strong working relationships with production, engineering, and site leadership teams Manage and resolve day to day operational issues with professionalism and urgency, escalating where appropriate Monitor fulfilment levels, attrition, and workforce trends, proactively flagging risks and pressures internally Support service improvement initiatives and contribute insight to wider account planning discussions What We're Looking For Proven experience in a high volume recruitment or account management role, ideally within Food Manufacturing, FMCG, or similarly fast paced operational environments Comfortable operating on site, working closely with operational and production stakeholders Strong understanding of candidate attraction strategies, including job boards, social media, talent pools, and database searching Delivery driven, organised, and resilient, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure A confident communicator who builds trust through consistency, accountability, and execution Experience using ATS / CRM systems and working within KPI driven recruitment environments What We Offer Competitive salary up to £40,000 DOE Bonus scheme linked to delivery performance, retention, service levels, and client satisfaction (OTE £10,000) 26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Free, secure parking at our central Bolton office Ongoing training and development opportunities The opportunity to play a key role in a long term, strategic food manufacturing partnership If you're ready to take ownership of a high profile operational account and thrive in a fast paced, delivery focused environment, please apply now!
Apr 27, 2026
Full time
Senior Account Manager - Food Manufacturing / FMCG (Delivery & Site Relationship Lead) Location: Bolton (with regular on site presence) Salary: Circa £35,000 - £40,000 DOE + £10,000 OTE bonus Are you a senior Account Manager who thrives in fast paced manufacturing environments and takes pride in delivering results on site? Do you enjoy owning high volume candidate fulfilment, managing day to day client relationships, and ensuring workforce stability in operationally critical settings? If you're calm under pressure, delivery focused, and confident working closely with production and site leadership teams, we'd love to meet you. Why Workforce? With 17+ years of industry expertise, Workforce is a trusted recruitment partner to leading organisations across Engineering, Manufacturing, FMCG, Automotive, Healthcare, and Hospitality. We deliver high quality temporary and permanent recruitment solutions locally, nationally, and internationally. Due to continued growth within a major food manufacturing partnership, we're looking for a Senior Account Manager to lead delivery and site level relationships for a flagship client. The Role This is a senior, delivery led Account Management role focused on operational execution and on site relationship management. You will act as the primary day to day contact at site level, ensuring recruitment delivery, workforce continuity, and service quality. Commercial strategy and pricing are retained at senior leadership level your focus is delivery excellence and trusted client partnership . What You'll Be Doing Act as the primary on site point of contact for a key food manufacturing client, managing all day to day delivery and relationship activity Own end to end candidate fulfilment across high volume roles, from vacancy briefing through to start dates, retention, and ongoing workforce stability Work closely with Recruitment, Resourcing, and Compliance teams to ensure fast, accurate, and compliant placements Maintain regular on site presence, building strong working relationships with production, engineering, and site leadership teams Manage and resolve day to day operational issues with professionalism and urgency, escalating where appropriate Monitor fulfilment levels, attrition, and workforce trends, proactively flagging risks and pressures internally Support service improvement initiatives and contribute insight to wider account planning discussions What We're Looking For Proven experience in a high volume recruitment or account management role, ideally within Food Manufacturing, FMCG, or similarly fast paced operational environments Comfortable operating on site, working closely with operational and production stakeholders Strong understanding of candidate attraction strategies, including job boards, social media, talent pools, and database searching Delivery driven, organised, and resilient, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure A confident communicator who builds trust through consistency, accountability, and execution Experience using ATS / CRM systems and working within KPI driven recruitment environments What We Offer Competitive salary up to £40,000 DOE Bonus scheme linked to delivery performance, retention, service levels, and client satisfaction (OTE £10,000) 26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Free, secure parking at our central Bolton office Ongoing training and development opportunities The opportunity to play a key role in a long term, strategic food manufacturing partnership If you're ready to take ownership of a high profile operational account and thrive in a fast paced, delivery focused environment, please apply now!
Position: Brand Manager - Bang Energy Location: Uxbridge, Hybrid Salary: Competitive + Benefits Want to re-energise your career with Monster Energy, the powerhouse behind your favourite energy drinks and events? Are you bold, relentless, and ready to take your professional journey to the top? The Advocate Group is proud to be partnering with Monster Energy in the search for a Brand Manager to lead Bang Energy, one of the most exciting names in their powerhouse portfolio. Key Responsibilities: Lead the creation and execution of the Bang Energy brand strategy across EMEA to deliver growth. Develop and implement brand guidelines to ensure consistent positioning across trade, consumer, and fan touchpoints. Coordinate go-to-market strategies for NPD launches and brand performance initiatives. Own brand performance tracking and analysis, driving marketing and trade execution strategies. Manage consumer promotions, incentive planning, and branded toolkit development. Build consumer insights to shape strategy and the full marketing mix. Drive digital and social media activation, including content creation and influencer partnerships. Create brand experiences through events, activations, and sampling initiatives. Act as the central contact for regional marketing teams, supporting in-market execution. About You: Brand management/Marketing experience within an FMCG/lifestyle brand. Strong digital marketing/community management background. A self-starter with the ability to develop and deliver brand initiatives across international markets. Passionate about lifestyle and scene-led marketing. Excellent influencing and collaboration skills, able to work across multiple teams and stakeholders. If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I d love to speak to you! Find out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career contact us today. Please get in touch with Emma or click Apply Now to be considered for this vacancy. Call: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed) Advocate Group is the sole and exclusive talent partner for this appointment. All direct or third-party applicants will be forwarded to Advocate Group for processing. Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Position: Brand Manager - Bang Energy Location: Uxbridge, Hybrid Salary: Competitive + Benefits Want to re-energise your career with Monster Energy, the powerhouse behind your favourite energy drinks and events? Are you bold, relentless, and ready to take your professional journey to the top? The Advocate Group is proud to be partnering with Monster Energy in the search for a Brand Manager to lead Bang Energy, one of the most exciting names in their powerhouse portfolio. Key Responsibilities: Lead the creation and execution of the Bang Energy brand strategy across EMEA to deliver growth. Develop and implement brand guidelines to ensure consistent positioning across trade, consumer, and fan touchpoints. Coordinate go-to-market strategies for NPD launches and brand performance initiatives. Own brand performance tracking and analysis, driving marketing and trade execution strategies. Manage consumer promotions, incentive planning, and branded toolkit development. Build consumer insights to shape strategy and the full marketing mix. Drive digital and social media activation, including content creation and influencer partnerships. Create brand experiences through events, activations, and sampling initiatives. Act as the central contact for regional marketing teams, supporting in-market execution. About You: Brand management/Marketing experience within an FMCG/lifestyle brand. Strong digital marketing/community management background. A self-starter with the ability to develop and deliver brand initiatives across international markets. Passionate about lifestyle and scene-led marketing. Excellent influencing and collaboration skills, able to work across multiple teams and stakeholders. If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I d love to speak to you! Find out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career contact us today. Please get in touch with Emma or click Apply Now to be considered for this vacancy. Call: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed) Advocate Group is the sole and exclusive talent partner for this appointment. All direct or third-party applicants will be forwarded to Advocate Group for processing. Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Job Title: Manufacturing Team Leader Location: Cumbernauld Shift: Full Time, Continental Salary: Competitive plus excellent benefits Are you ready to Be Your Best Barr None? We are all about Being Your Best Barr None and having a career with real Moments that Matter! AG Barr has been quenching the nation's thirst for over 145 years and is home to some of the UK's most loved drinks brands. Employing around 850 people across four business units and seven UK locations, we are proud to be a responsible business that takes care of our people, values diversity, gives something back to our communities and works to minimise our environmental impact. At our core is Barr Soft Drinks, home to some of the UK's most loved soft drinks. Whether it's the iconic IRN-BRU, launched in 1901 and still going strong today, the vibrant RUBICON fruit based brand or the unique range of BARR flavours, we brighten people's lives with refreshingly different drinks. We also have a number of exciting owned brands within our portfolio, including the functional drinks brand Boost, FUNKIN which operates in the exciting and growing cocktail market and MOMA, which crafts quality oats into great tasting oat drinks and porridges. There's never been a better time to join us! What we're looking for We're looking for an experienced team leader to join our Cumbernauld production team. As our Manufacturing Team Leader you will lead one of our operational production team to deliver best in class and flexible manufacturing performance in accordance with business objectives and strategic plans. You'll do this through day to day effective leadership of our multi-skilled production team whilst driving performance, maintaining safe working practices, exceeding KPI targets, and strive for continually improving the teams performance year on year. The Manufacturing Team Leader reports to the Production Manager and works within a team of MTL's. The MTL will lead a team of Technical Operators, and may also have direct responsibility for the Engineering Technicians on site. As our Manufacturing Team Leader your responsibilities will include; Lead, motivate and develop their team, to ensure planned output requirements are met whilst ensuring all H&S guidelines are followed. Embody the Barr Behaviours in everything we do - raising the Barr for the team and individuals Review team performance regularly to identify areas for improvement, and encourage progress of individual team members through performance review, and developing and delivering agreed personal development plans. Achieve shift KPI targets e.g. for line performance, material usage variances and absenteeism etc - utilising our Operational Excellence toolset to drive performance Ensure all site specific Quality, Housekeeping & Hygiene standards are achieved or exceeded. Develop a team working across the factory applying continuous improvement principles. Accurately complete all required shift documentation for compliance against BRC, ISO and site specific quality standards. Ensure regular communication/briefing to provide the team with the relevant information to carry out their shift to maximum effect. Contribute to the planning, organisation, operation and installation of all new processes and equipment within the factory. Carry out Site Safety inspections and audits and supply to H&S committee for action. Authority to discipline to the final written warning stage. What you'll bring The successful candidate will have; Significant experience in a production supervisory capacity within an FMCG environment preferably with the relevant filling & packaging line experience. IT literate to intermediate level. Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, BRC, HACCP). Driven - Driven to deliver the best, personally and for the business. Motivated by responsibility, an energetic self starter who is results-oriented, tenacious and deadline driven. A high degree of self-belief and desire to progress. Inspirational Leader - Charismatic, capable of providing clear direction for the teams and motivated to constantly drive safety, quality and production targets and efficiencies to a high standard. Promotes autonomy within the team, has a flexible approach, and encourages an ethos of managing upwards. Effective communicator - able to engage effectively at all levels, with a flexible communication style which can be adapted to suit the audience. Able to vary approach and content to motivate, persuade, query and challenge. Problem-solver - tenacious and will use creativity, innovation and an analytical approach to exhaust all options until a satisfactory solution is found. Decisive - confident in making difficult decisions, balancing the analysis of data with personal judgement and taking into account the wider business ramifications and commercial context. Experience leading and coaching committees to deliver improvements in the workplace What we offer We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent. We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern) Flexible holiday trading Living Wage Employer Healthcare Cash Plan Peppy Health Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashback, gym memberships, technology purchases etc Life assurance Save as you earn scheme Staff sales discount Free AG Barr products throughout your working day Pension Annual salary review Ongoing professional development And much more! To find out more about what it is like to work for AG Barr, please visit our careers platform here. We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition. Our large factories produce multi formats across a number of high speed modern lines, to high quality standards whilst maximising production outputs and minimising overhead costs and whilst we have highlighted our ideal requirements for this role, we are realistic that the successful candidate probably won't meet every single requirement in this advert, but we are big advocates of people growing in role. So even if you don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to submit an application - you may be just what we are looking for! Apply now! Speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted. A couple of things to note: Latest closing date for applications is 25th June and the shift pattern for this role is Continental (3 off 3 on, days then nights 7-7) Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so apply now!
Oct 05, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Manufacturing Team Leader Location: Cumbernauld Shift: Full Time, Continental Salary: Competitive plus excellent benefits Are you ready to Be Your Best Barr None? We are all about Being Your Best Barr None and having a career with real Moments that Matter! AG Barr has been quenching the nation's thirst for over 145 years and is home to some of the UK's most loved drinks brands. Employing around 850 people across four business units and seven UK locations, we are proud to be a responsible business that takes care of our people, values diversity, gives something back to our communities and works to minimise our environmental impact. At our core is Barr Soft Drinks, home to some of the UK's most loved soft drinks. Whether it's the iconic IRN-BRU, launched in 1901 and still going strong today, the vibrant RUBICON fruit based brand or the unique range of BARR flavours, we brighten people's lives with refreshingly different drinks. We also have a number of exciting owned brands within our portfolio, including the functional drinks brand Boost, FUNKIN which operates in the exciting and growing cocktail market and MOMA, which crafts quality oats into great tasting oat drinks and porridges. There's never been a better time to join us! What we're looking for We're looking for an experienced team leader to join our Cumbernauld production team. As our Manufacturing Team Leader you will lead one of our operational production team to deliver best in class and flexible manufacturing performance in accordance with business objectives and strategic plans. You'll do this through day to day effective leadership of our multi-skilled production team whilst driving performance, maintaining safe working practices, exceeding KPI targets, and strive for continually improving the teams performance year on year. The Manufacturing Team Leader reports to the Production Manager and works within a team of MTL's. The MTL will lead a team of Technical Operators, and may also have direct responsibility for the Engineering Technicians on site. As our Manufacturing Team Leader your responsibilities will include; Lead, motivate and develop their team, to ensure planned output requirements are met whilst ensuring all H&S guidelines are followed. Embody the Barr Behaviours in everything we do - raising the Barr for the team and individuals Review team performance regularly to identify areas for improvement, and encourage progress of individual team members through performance review, and developing and delivering agreed personal development plans. Achieve shift KPI targets e.g. for line performance, material usage variances and absenteeism etc - utilising our Operational Excellence toolset to drive performance Ensure all site specific Quality, Housekeeping & Hygiene standards are achieved or exceeded. Develop a team working across the factory applying continuous improvement principles. Accurately complete all required shift documentation for compliance against BRC, ISO and site specific quality standards. Ensure regular communication/briefing to provide the team with the relevant information to carry out their shift to maximum effect. Contribute to the planning, organisation, operation and installation of all new processes and equipment within the factory. Carry out Site Safety inspections and audits and supply to H&S committee for action. Authority to discipline to the final written warning stage. What you'll bring The successful candidate will have; Significant experience in a production supervisory capacity within an FMCG environment preferably with the relevant filling & packaging line experience. IT literate to intermediate level. Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, BRC, HACCP). Driven - Driven to deliver the best, personally and for the business. Motivated by responsibility, an energetic self starter who is results-oriented, tenacious and deadline driven. A high degree of self-belief and desire to progress. Inspirational Leader - Charismatic, capable of providing clear direction for the teams and motivated to constantly drive safety, quality and production targets and efficiencies to a high standard. Promotes autonomy within the team, has a flexible approach, and encourages an ethos of managing upwards. Effective communicator - able to engage effectively at all levels, with a flexible communication style which can be adapted to suit the audience. Able to vary approach and content to motivate, persuade, query and challenge. Problem-solver - tenacious and will use creativity, innovation and an analytical approach to exhaust all options until a satisfactory solution is found. Decisive - confident in making difficult decisions, balancing the analysis of data with personal judgement and taking into account the wider business ramifications and commercial context. Experience leading and coaching committees to deliver improvements in the workplace What we offer We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent. We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern) Flexible holiday trading Living Wage Employer Healthcare Cash Plan Peppy Health Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashback, gym memberships, technology purchases etc Life assurance Save as you earn scheme Staff sales discount Free AG Barr products throughout your working day Pension Annual salary review Ongoing professional development And much more! To find out more about what it is like to work for AG Barr, please visit our careers platform here. We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition. Our large factories produce multi formats across a number of high speed modern lines, to high quality standards whilst maximising production outputs and minimising overhead costs and whilst we have highlighted our ideal requirements for this role, we are realistic that the successful candidate probably won't meet every single requirement in this advert, but we are big advocates of people growing in role. So even if you don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to submit an application - you may be just what we are looking for! Apply now! Speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted. A couple of things to note: Latest closing date for applications is 25th June and the shift pattern for this role is Continental (3 off 3 on, days then nights 7-7) Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so apply now!
Job Title: Manufacturing Team Leader Location: Cumbernauld Shift: Full Time, Continental Salary: Competitive plus excellent benefits Are you ready to Be Your Best Barr None? We are all about Being Your Best Barr None and having a career with real Moments that Matter! AG Barr has been quenching the nation's thirst for over 145 years and is home to some of the UK's most loved drinks brands. Employing around 850 people across four business units and seven UK locations, we are proud to be a responsible business that takes care of our people, values diversity, gives something back to our communities and works to minimise our environmental impact. At our core is Barr Soft Drinks, home to some of the UK's most loved soft drinks. Whether it's the iconic IRN-BRU, launched in 1901 and still going strong today, the vibrant RUBICON fruit based brand or the unique range of BARR flavours, we brighten people's lives with refreshingly different drinks. We also have a number of exciting owned brands within our portfolio, including the functional drinks brand Boost, FUNKIN which operates in the exciting and growing cocktail market and MOMA, which crafts quality oats into great tasting oat drinks and porridges. There's never been a better time to join us! What we're looking for We're looking for an experienced team leader to join our Cumbernauld production team. As our Manufacturing Team Leader you will lead one of our operational production team to deliver best in class and flexible manufacturing performance in accordance with business objectives and strategic plans. You'll do this through day to day effective leadership of our multi-skilled production team whilst driving performance, maintaining safe working practices, exceeding KPI targets, and strive for continually improving the teams performance year on year. The Manufacturing Team Leader reports to the Production Manager and works within a team of MTL's. The MTL will lead a team of Technical Operators, and may also have direct responsibility for the Engineering Technicians on site. As our Manufacturing Team Leader your responsibilities will include; Lead, motivate and develop their team, to ensure planned output requirements are met whilst ensuring all H&S guidelines are followed. Embody the Barr Behaviours in everything we do - raising the Barr for the team and individuals Review team performance regularly to identify areas for improvement, and encourage progress of individual team members through performance review, and developing and delivering agreed personal development plans. Achieve shift KPI targets e.g. for line performance, material usage variances and absenteeism etc - utilising our Operational Excellence toolset to drive performance Ensure all site specific Quality, Housekeeping & Hygiene standards are achieved or exceeded. Develop a team working across the factory applying continuous improvement principles. Accurately complete all required shift documentation for compliance against BRC, ISO and site specific quality standards. Ensure regular communication/briefing to provide the team with the relevant information to carry out their shift to maximum effect. Contribute to the planning, organisation, operation and installation of all new processes and equipment within the factory. Carry out Site Safety inspections and audits and supply to H&S committee for action. Authority to discipline to the final written warning stage. What you'll bring The successful candidate will have; Significant experience in a production supervisory capacity within an FMCG environment preferably with the relevant filling & packaging line experience. IT literate to intermediate level. Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, BRC, HACCP). Driven - Driven to deliver the best, personally and for the business. Motivated by responsibility, an energetic self starter who is results-oriented, tenacious and deadline driven. A high degree of self-belief and desire to progress. Inspirational Leader - Charismatic, capable of providing clear direction for the teams and motivated to constantly drive safety, quality and production targets and efficiencies to a high standard. Promotes autonomy within the team, has a flexible approach, and encourages an ethos of managing upwards. Effective communicator - able to engage effectively at all levels, with a flexible communication style which can be adapted to suit the audience. Able to vary approach and content to motivate, persuade, query and challenge. Problem-solver - tenacious and will use creativity, innovation and an analytical approach to exhaust all options until a satisfactory solution is found. Decisive - confident in making difficult decisions, balancing the analysis of data with personal judgement and taking into account the wider business ramifications and commercial context. Experience leading and coaching committees to deliver improvements in the workplace What we offer We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent. We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern) Flexible holiday trading Living Wage Employer Healthcare Cash Plan Peppy Health Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashback, gym memberships, technology purchases etc Life assurance Save as you earn scheme Staff sales discount Free AG Barr products throughout your working day Pension Annual salary review Ongoing professional development And much more! To find out more about what it is like to work for AG Barr, please visit our careers platform here. We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition. Our large factories produce multi formats across a number of high speed modern lines, to high quality standards whilst maximising production outputs and minimising overhead costs and whilst we have highlighted our ideal requirements for this role, we are realistic that the successful candidate probably won't meet every single requirement in this advert, but we are big advocates of people growing in role. So even if you don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to submit an application - you may be just what we are looking for! Apply now! Speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted. A couple of things to note: Latest closing date for applications is 25th June and the shift pattern for this role is Continental (3 off 3 on, days then nights 7-7) Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so apply now!
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Manufacturing Team Leader Location: Cumbernauld Shift: Full Time, Continental Salary: Competitive plus excellent benefits Are you ready to Be Your Best Barr None? We are all about Being Your Best Barr None and having a career with real Moments that Matter! AG Barr has been quenching the nation's thirst for over 145 years and is home to some of the UK's most loved drinks brands. Employing around 850 people across four business units and seven UK locations, we are proud to be a responsible business that takes care of our people, values diversity, gives something back to our communities and works to minimise our environmental impact. At our core is Barr Soft Drinks, home to some of the UK's most loved soft drinks. Whether it's the iconic IRN-BRU, launched in 1901 and still going strong today, the vibrant RUBICON fruit based brand or the unique range of BARR flavours, we brighten people's lives with refreshingly different drinks. We also have a number of exciting owned brands within our portfolio, including the functional drinks brand Boost, FUNKIN which operates in the exciting and growing cocktail market and MOMA, which crafts quality oats into great tasting oat drinks and porridges. There's never been a better time to join us! What we're looking for We're looking for an experienced team leader to join our Cumbernauld production team. As our Manufacturing Team Leader you will lead one of our operational production team to deliver best in class and flexible manufacturing performance in accordance with business objectives and strategic plans. You'll do this through day to day effective leadership of our multi-skilled production team whilst driving performance, maintaining safe working practices, exceeding KPI targets, and strive for continually improving the teams performance year on year. The Manufacturing Team Leader reports to the Production Manager and works within a team of MTL's. The MTL will lead a team of Technical Operators, and may also have direct responsibility for the Engineering Technicians on site. As our Manufacturing Team Leader your responsibilities will include; Lead, motivate and develop their team, to ensure planned output requirements are met whilst ensuring all H&S guidelines are followed. Embody the Barr Behaviours in everything we do - raising the Barr for the team and individuals Review team performance regularly to identify areas for improvement, and encourage progress of individual team members through performance review, and developing and delivering agreed personal development plans. Achieve shift KPI targets e.g. for line performance, material usage variances and absenteeism etc - utilising our Operational Excellence toolset to drive performance Ensure all site specific Quality, Housekeeping & Hygiene standards are achieved or exceeded. Develop a team working across the factory applying continuous improvement principles. Accurately complete all required shift documentation for compliance against BRC, ISO and site specific quality standards. Ensure regular communication/briefing to provide the team with the relevant information to carry out their shift to maximum effect. Contribute to the planning, organisation, operation and installation of all new processes and equipment within the factory. Carry out Site Safety inspections and audits and supply to H&S committee for action. Authority to discipline to the final written warning stage. What you'll bring The successful candidate will have; Significant experience in a production supervisory capacity within an FMCG environment preferably with the relevant filling & packaging line experience. IT literate to intermediate level. Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, BRC, HACCP). Driven - Driven to deliver the best, personally and for the business. Motivated by responsibility, an energetic self starter who is results-oriented, tenacious and deadline driven. A high degree of self-belief and desire to progress. Inspirational Leader - Charismatic, capable of providing clear direction for the teams and motivated to constantly drive safety, quality and production targets and efficiencies to a high standard. Promotes autonomy within the team, has a flexible approach, and encourages an ethos of managing upwards. Effective communicator - able to engage effectively at all levels, with a flexible communication style which can be adapted to suit the audience. Able to vary approach and content to motivate, persuade, query and challenge. Problem-solver - tenacious and will use creativity, innovation and an analytical approach to exhaust all options until a satisfactory solution is found. Decisive - confident in making difficult decisions, balancing the analysis of data with personal judgement and taking into account the wider business ramifications and commercial context. Experience leading and coaching committees to deliver improvements in the workplace What we offer We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent. We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern) Flexible holiday trading Living Wage Employer Healthcare Cash Plan Peppy Health Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashback, gym memberships, technology purchases etc Life assurance Save as you earn scheme Staff sales discount Free AG Barr products throughout your working day Pension Annual salary review Ongoing professional development And much more! To find out more about what it is like to work for AG Barr, please visit our careers platform here. We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition. Our large factories produce multi formats across a number of high speed modern lines, to high quality standards whilst maximising production outputs and minimising overhead costs and whilst we have highlighted our ideal requirements for this role, we are realistic that the successful candidate probably won't meet every single requirement in this advert, but we are big advocates of people growing in role. So even if you don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to submit an application - you may be just what we are looking for! Apply now! Speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted. A couple of things to note: Latest closing date for applications is 25th June and the shift pattern for this role is Continental (3 off 3 on, days then nights 7-7) Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so apply now!
Manpower are currently seeking an interim Demand Planning Manager to work with our global FMCG client, Elida Beauty, renowned for brands such as TIGI, VO5, Toni & Guy, and Brylcreem, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment. The position is based in Holborn, London. This is a full-time temporary role to last until the end of April 2026, requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to £61,000 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience. The role currently offers a mix of remote and onsite working, subject to adjustment based on business requirements. Due to the urgency of the role, candidates must be available immediately (with no notice period). Elida Beauty are seeking a Demand Planning Manager to join the team and support the delivery of growth and commercial insights on a selection of our brands. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects in a fast-paced environment, while gaining hands-on experience within a purpose-driven beauty business. Key Responsibilities E2E design and execution of Demand Planning Team Strategy for all FG portfolio in market Leads Forecasting and Promotion Planning to ensure all departments are aligned to business plan as well as challenging assumptions Responsible to define Unconstrained Forecast into the business plans including innovation, promotion and growth assumptions Owns and monitors Forecast Accuracy , Forecast Bias reporting and continuous improvement of Service Levels, Stocks, Waste , FA/FB Team Management, Reporting and Continuous Improvement Responsible to deliver excellent service to all our customers Manages a team of demand planners and Planning Control Tower teams for planning activities Collaborate with CD & Marketing & Finance teams to ensure delivery of S&OP process Works closely with Planning lead for capability development, reporting and agility into Planning organisation Works closely with supply planning counterparts to ensure proper levels of inventory to achieve the plan while ensuring inventory targets are still being met Ensure process hygiene and lead technology transformation where relevant Defines new processes and improvement areas for demand planning Key Requirements Wealth of experience in Supply Chain Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in business, finance or supply chain management. Demonstrated analytical and conceptual problem-solving ability; excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills Ability to multi-task, meet tight deadlines and work under pressure with autonomy The ability to effectively lead and engage cross functional global teams and a willingness to take responsibility and accountability Demonstrated self-starter with the ability to deliver results in a lean, agile organization and able to adapt to changing priorities Understanding of key financials, P&L and forecasting Additional Information Holborn working environment: Bike Storage Café Kitchen & Communal Areas Complimentary Tea & Coffee Complimentary Fruit & Biscuits Gym Facilities
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
Manpower are currently seeking an interim Demand Planning Manager to work with our global FMCG client, Elida Beauty, renowned for brands such as TIGI, VO5, Toni & Guy, and Brylcreem, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment. The position is based in Holborn, London. This is a full-time temporary role to last until the end of April 2026, requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to £61,000 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience. The role currently offers a mix of remote and onsite working, subject to adjustment based on business requirements. Due to the urgency of the role, candidates must be available immediately (with no notice period). Elida Beauty are seeking a Demand Planning Manager to join the team and support the delivery of growth and commercial insights on a selection of our brands. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects in a fast-paced environment, while gaining hands-on experience within a purpose-driven beauty business. Key Responsibilities E2E design and execution of Demand Planning Team Strategy for all FG portfolio in market Leads Forecasting and Promotion Planning to ensure all departments are aligned to business plan as well as challenging assumptions Responsible to define Unconstrained Forecast into the business plans including innovation, promotion and growth assumptions Owns and monitors Forecast Accuracy , Forecast Bias reporting and continuous improvement of Service Levels, Stocks, Waste , FA/FB Team Management, Reporting and Continuous Improvement Responsible to deliver excellent service to all our customers Manages a team of demand planners and Planning Control Tower teams for planning activities Collaborate with CD & Marketing & Finance teams to ensure delivery of S&OP process Works closely with Planning lead for capability development, reporting and agility into Planning organisation Works closely with supply planning counterparts to ensure proper levels of inventory to achieve the plan while ensuring inventory targets are still being met Ensure process hygiene and lead technology transformation where relevant Defines new processes and improvement areas for demand planning Key Requirements Wealth of experience in Supply Chain Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in business, finance or supply chain management. Demonstrated analytical and conceptual problem-solving ability; excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills Ability to multi-task, meet tight deadlines and work under pressure with autonomy The ability to effectively lead and engage cross functional global teams and a willingness to take responsibility and accountability Demonstrated self-starter with the ability to deliver results in a lean, agile organization and able to adapt to changing priorities Understanding of key financials, P&L and forecasting Additional Information Holborn working environment: Bike Storage Café Kitchen & Communal Areas Complimentary Tea & Coffee Complimentary Fruit & Biscuits Gym Facilities
Manpower is currently seeking an interim Global Assistant Brand Manager (Dove), to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, to become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment. The position is based at Blackfriars on London's Victoria Embankment, just a short walk from Blackfriars tube. This is a full-time temporary role for 9 months (with the potential that this could become permanent), requiring 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to £48,000 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience. The role currently offers a mix of remote and onsite working, subject to adjustment based on business requirements. JOB PURPOSE: This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development and execution of Dove's global purpose communications, supporting the team in delivering high-quality, emotionally resonant content that builds brand equity and desirability. You'll collaborate with internal stakeholders, creative agencies, and over 27 market teams.We are looking for a passionate and dedicated person who can lead and take ownership in multiple areas of project management, namely all rollout market strategy alignment, partnership approvals, asset adaptions and global website development and rollout. There will also be many areas of full team support across creative development, budget management and SWOP. Dove is continuing pushing for marketing excellence and making every piece of the marketing mix a truly desirable representation of the brand that celebrates the full potential of its distinctiveness and purpose. Ensuring this elevation translates across all campaign touchpoints and all market development and executions. You'll report to the Comms Global Senior Brand Manager as part and with the Dove Masterbrand team with regular exposure to the Global Dove Masterbrand VP, as well as liaising with senior leadership and teams across Dove global markets. RESPONSIBILITIES: In this role you will be: Co-creating Dove's long-term brand strategy to ensure the brand is future fit, consumer-focused and leading culture in all creative briefs, insights and tensions. Support Global Brand Manager on Creative development for the next 20years of Dove Purpose An obsession with brand stewardship, ensuring brand guidelines are rigorously followed, being a guardian of our visual identity and tone of voice Ownership of complete ecosystem planning, development and execution with a social-first mindset. Addressing all consumer touchpoints including website development and rollout, social channels and guidance for retail, experiential and more. Lead all asset management for campaign ecosystem (guidelines, flighting, format adaption), market ecosystem alignment and asset adaption Working with media and digital marketing and market teams to plan, execute, optimize the media plans for each campaign. Co-create the learning plan in partnership with CMI to ensure consumer insights and tensions are thoroughly understood and executed in communication. Ensuring all creative is moving the needle on Brand Equity. Work hand-in-hand with the Dove Self-Esteem Project team to ensure all relevant Brand Say communications are driving impact and consumer engagement for DSEP tools and body confidence support materials. Total global market tracking - monthly/quarterly connects with all Dove markets to align on Masterbrand plans, market adaptations and execution of Masterbrand campaigns. Also tracking and reporting once live (PLE) Leadership of Dove Masterbrand Internal Comms, ensuring all Dove global markets, Dove leadership, PC and UL broadly are engaged on the lead Dove Masterbrand purpose communication (incl. newsletters, office comms, LinkedIn, leadership alignment) All project agency administration - Budgets, SWOP, contracts and legal alignment. Inspire the Masterbrand team bringing outside in, either yourself or collaborating with agencies and collaborators. You bring trends and ideas in culture, that can be great nuggets for the brand to leverage. ABOUT YOU: Exceptional communication skills and proficient in stakeholder influence and team management - ability to flex your style and communication dependent on the audience. You work well both in a team and autonomously with great proactivity and personal accountability. You thrive on celebrating the team's success and lifting up others. Personal mastery in high pressure and time sensitive environments. A passion for high performance and detail oriented. You're a highly organised project manager, able to prioritise a multitude of workstreams and thrive in a fast-paced idea-rich environment. Agility and problem-solving mindset. A deep drive to bring impact and purpose to everyday work. A desire for consumer understanding and insight - completely immersed in the world of the consumer, intimately understanding consumers current needs and curious about future needs. The ability to understand culture and "be in culture": as our world moves so fast, so does culture, and it is the same in the work we deliver on Masterbrand. An example to others - both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
Manpower is currently seeking an interim Global Assistant Brand Manager (Dove), to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, to become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment. The position is based at Blackfriars on London's Victoria Embankment, just a short walk from Blackfriars tube. This is a full-time temporary role for 9 months (with the potential that this could become permanent), requiring 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to £48,000 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience. The role currently offers a mix of remote and onsite working, subject to adjustment based on business requirements. JOB PURPOSE: This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development and execution of Dove's global purpose communications, supporting the team in delivering high-quality, emotionally resonant content that builds brand equity and desirability. You'll collaborate with internal stakeholders, creative agencies, and over 27 market teams.We are looking for a passionate and dedicated person who can lead and take ownership in multiple areas of project management, namely all rollout market strategy alignment, partnership approvals, asset adaptions and global website development and rollout. There will also be many areas of full team support across creative development, budget management and SWOP. Dove is continuing pushing for marketing excellence and making every piece of the marketing mix a truly desirable representation of the brand that celebrates the full potential of its distinctiveness and purpose. Ensuring this elevation translates across all campaign touchpoints and all market development and executions. You'll report to the Comms Global Senior Brand Manager as part and with the Dove Masterbrand team with regular exposure to the Global Dove Masterbrand VP, as well as liaising with senior leadership and teams across Dove global markets. RESPONSIBILITIES: In this role you will be: Co-creating Dove's long-term brand strategy to ensure the brand is future fit, consumer-focused and leading culture in all creative briefs, insights and tensions. Support Global Brand Manager on Creative development for the next 20years of Dove Purpose An obsession with brand stewardship, ensuring brand guidelines are rigorously followed, being a guardian of our visual identity and tone of voice Ownership of complete ecosystem planning, development and execution with a social-first mindset. Addressing all consumer touchpoints including website development and rollout, social channels and guidance for retail, experiential and more. Lead all asset management for campaign ecosystem (guidelines, flighting, format adaption), market ecosystem alignment and asset adaption Working with media and digital marketing and market teams to plan, execute, optimize the media plans for each campaign. Co-create the learning plan in partnership with CMI to ensure consumer insights and tensions are thoroughly understood and executed in communication. Ensuring all creative is moving the needle on Brand Equity. Work hand-in-hand with the Dove Self-Esteem Project team to ensure all relevant Brand Say communications are driving impact and consumer engagement for DSEP tools and body confidence support materials. Total global market tracking - monthly/quarterly connects with all Dove markets to align on Masterbrand plans, market adaptations and execution of Masterbrand campaigns. Also tracking and reporting once live (PLE) Leadership of Dove Masterbrand Internal Comms, ensuring all Dove global markets, Dove leadership, PC and UL broadly are engaged on the lead Dove Masterbrand purpose communication (incl. newsletters, office comms, LinkedIn, leadership alignment) All project agency administration - Budgets, SWOP, contracts and legal alignment. Inspire the Masterbrand team bringing outside in, either yourself or collaborating with agencies and collaborators. You bring trends and ideas in culture, that can be great nuggets for the brand to leverage. ABOUT YOU: Exceptional communication skills and proficient in stakeholder influence and team management - ability to flex your style and communication dependent on the audience. You work well both in a team and autonomously with great proactivity and personal accountability. You thrive on celebrating the team's success and lifting up others. Personal mastery in high pressure and time sensitive environments. A passion for high performance and detail oriented. You're a highly organised project manager, able to prioritise a multitude of workstreams and thrive in a fast-paced idea-rich environment. Agility and problem-solving mindset. A deep drive to bring impact and purpose to everyday work. A desire for consumer understanding and insight - completely immersed in the world of the consumer, intimately understanding consumers current needs and curious about future needs. The ability to understand culture and "be in culture": as our world moves so fast, so does culture, and it is the same in the work we deliver on Masterbrand. An example to others - both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.
ROLE: Hygiene Manager SALARY: Up to £45,000 LOCATION: Telford THE COMPANY: Red Rock Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business. Our client is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, hygiene, and product quality, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and team development. WORKING HOURS: Night shift: 22 00 DUTIES: Lead and manage the Hygiene Team to deliver cleaning schedules to the highest standards Ensure hygiene, safety, and environmental standards are implemented, maintained, and continuously improved Manage contracts relating to cleaning chemicals, laundry, pest control, and associated services within budget Develop and maintain hygiene policies and SOPs, ensuring compliance with legislation and customer requirements Support engineering and production with preventative maintenance, deep cleans, and line start-up processes Train and develop Hygiene Team members to enhance skills, flexibility, and engagement Work with suppliers to optimise cleaning processes, equipment, and chemical use in line with industry best practice Ensure effective communication of hygiene standards across shifts and departments Support and prepare for customer audits and visits, providing required documentation and records Maintain compliance with the company s Quality Management System and Health & Safety Management System THE CANDIDATE: NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Management or Manufacturing Operations Proven experience in FMCG, ideally food or similar manufacturing environment Level 3 Food Safety qualification IOSH Managing Safely, COSHH, and HACCP knowledge Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence, motivate, and manage performance Excellent planning, organising, and problem-solving abilities Strong customer focus and commitment to developing self and others Flexible and adaptable approach with strong interpersonal and communication skills Immediate interviews are taking place, so please apply without delay if interested, or contact Dom on (phone number removed).
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
ROLE: Hygiene Manager SALARY: Up to £45,000 LOCATION: Telford THE COMPANY: Red Rock Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business. Our client is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, hygiene, and product quality, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and team development. WORKING HOURS: Night shift: 22 00 DUTIES: Lead and manage the Hygiene Team to deliver cleaning schedules to the highest standards Ensure hygiene, safety, and environmental standards are implemented, maintained, and continuously improved Manage contracts relating to cleaning chemicals, laundry, pest control, and associated services within budget Develop and maintain hygiene policies and SOPs, ensuring compliance with legislation and customer requirements Support engineering and production with preventative maintenance, deep cleans, and line start-up processes Train and develop Hygiene Team members to enhance skills, flexibility, and engagement Work with suppliers to optimise cleaning processes, equipment, and chemical use in line with industry best practice Ensure effective communication of hygiene standards across shifts and departments Support and prepare for customer audits and visits, providing required documentation and records Maintain compliance with the company s Quality Management System and Health & Safety Management System THE CANDIDATE: NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Management or Manufacturing Operations Proven experience in FMCG, ideally food or similar manufacturing environment Level 3 Food Safety qualification IOSH Managing Safely, COSHH, and HACCP knowledge Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence, motivate, and manage performance Excellent planning, organising, and problem-solving abilities Strong customer focus and commitment to developing self and others Flexible and adaptable approach with strong interpersonal and communication skills Immediate interviews are taking place, so please apply without delay if interested, or contact Dom on (phone number removed).
Job Title: Manufacturing Team Leader Location: Cumbernauld Shift: Full Time, Continental Salary: Competitive plus excellent benefits Are you ready to Be Your Best Barr None? We are all about Being Your Best Barr None and having a career with real Moments that Matter! AG Barr has been quenching the nation's thirst for over 145 years and is home to some of the UK's most loved drinks brands. Employing around 850 people across four business units and seven UK locations, we are proud to be a responsible business that takes care of our people, values diversity, gives something back to our communities and works to minimise our environmental impact. At our core is Barr Soft Drinks, home to some of the UK's most loved soft drinks. Whether it's the iconic IRN-BRU, launched in 1901 and still going strong today, the vibrant RUBICON fruit based brand or the unique range of BARR flavours, we brighten people's lives with refreshingly different drinks. We also have a number of exciting owned brands within our portfolio, including the functional drinks brand Boost, FUNKIN which operates in the exciting and growing cocktail market and MOMA, which crafts quality oats into great tasting oat drinks and porridges. There's never been a better time to join us! What we're looking for We're looking for an experienced team leader to join our Cumbernauld production team. As our Manufacturing Team Leader you will lead one of our operational production team to deliver best in class and flexible manufacturing performance in accordance with business objectives and strategic plans. You'll do this through day to day effective leadership of our multi-skilled production team whilst driving performance, maintaining safe working practices, exceeding KPI targets, and strive for continually improving the teams performance year on year. The Manufacturing Team Leader reports to the Production Manager and works within a team of MTL's. The MTL will lead a team of Technical Operators, and may also have direct responsibility for the Engineering Technicians on site. As our Manufacturing Team Leader your responsibilities will include; Lead, motivate and develop their team, to ensure planned output requirements are met whilst ensuring all H&S guidelines are followed. Embody the Barr Behaviours in everything we do - raising the Barr for the team and individuals Review team performance regularly to identify areas for improvement, and encourage progress of individual team members through performance review, and developing and delivering agreed personal development plans. Achieve shift KPI targets e.g. for line performance, material usage variances and absenteeism etc - utilising our Operational Excellence toolset to drive performance Ensure all site specific Quality, Housekeeping & Hygiene standards are achieved or exceeded. Develop a team working across the factory applying continuous improvement principles. Accurately complete all required shift documentation for compliance against BRC, ISO and site specific quality standards. Ensure regular communication/briefing to provide the team with the relevant information to carry out their shift to maximum effect. Contribute to the planning, organisation, operation and installation of all new processes and equipment within the factory. Carry out Site Safety inspections and audits and supply to H&S committee for action. Authority to discipline to the final written warning stage. What you'll bring The successful candidate will have; Significant experience in a production supervisory capacity within an FMCG environment preferably with the relevant filling & packaging line experience. IT literate to intermediate level. Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, BRC, HACCP). Driven - Driven to deliver the best, personally and for the business. Motivated by responsibility, an energetic self starter who is results-oriented, tenacious and deadline driven. A high degree of self-belief and desire to progress. Inspirational Leader - Charismatic, capable of providing clear direction for the teams and motivated to constantly drive safety, quality and production targets and efficiencies to a high standard. Promotes autonomy within the team, has a flexible approach, and encourages an ethos of managing upwards. Effective communicator - able to engage effectively at all levels, with a flexible communication style which can be adapted to suit the audience. Able to vary approach and content to motivate, persuade, query and challenge. Problem-solver - tenacious and will use creativity, innovation and an analytical approach to exhaust all options until a satisfactory solution is found. Decisive - confident in making difficult decisions, balancing the analysis of data with personal judgement and taking into account the wider business ramifications and commercial context. Experience leading and coaching committees to deliver improvements in the workplace What we offer We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent. We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern) Flexible holiday trading Living Wage Employer Healthcare Cash Plan Peppy Health Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashback, gym memberships, technology purchases etc Life assurance Save as you earn scheme Staff sales discount Free AG Barr products throughout your working day Pension Annual salary review Ongoing professional development And much more! To find out more about what it is like to work for AG Barr, please visit our careers platform here. We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition. Our large factories produce multi formats across a number of high speed modern lines, to high quality standards whilst maximising production outputs and minimising overhead costs and whilst we have highlighted our ideal requirements for this role, we are realistic that the successful candidate probably won't meet every single requirement in this advert, but we are big advocates of people growing in role. So even if you don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to submit an application - you may be just what we are looking for! Apply now! Speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted. A couple of things to note: Latest closing date for applications is 25th June and the shift pattern for this role is Continental (3 off 3 on, days then nights 7-7) Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so apply now!
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Manufacturing Team Leader Location: Cumbernauld Shift: Full Time, Continental Salary: Competitive plus excellent benefits Are you ready to Be Your Best Barr None? We are all about Being Your Best Barr None and having a career with real Moments that Matter! AG Barr has been quenching the nation's thirst for over 145 years and is home to some of the UK's most loved drinks brands. Employing around 850 people across four business units and seven UK locations, we are proud to be a responsible business that takes care of our people, values diversity, gives something back to our communities and works to minimise our environmental impact. At our core is Barr Soft Drinks, home to some of the UK's most loved soft drinks. Whether it's the iconic IRN-BRU, launched in 1901 and still going strong today, the vibrant RUBICON fruit based brand or the unique range of BARR flavours, we brighten people's lives with refreshingly different drinks. We also have a number of exciting owned brands within our portfolio, including the functional drinks brand Boost, FUNKIN which operates in the exciting and growing cocktail market and MOMA, which crafts quality oats into great tasting oat drinks and porridges. There's never been a better time to join us! What we're looking for We're looking for an experienced team leader to join our Cumbernauld production team. As our Manufacturing Team Leader you will lead one of our operational production team to deliver best in class and flexible manufacturing performance in accordance with business objectives and strategic plans. You'll do this through day to day effective leadership of our multi-skilled production team whilst driving performance, maintaining safe working practices, exceeding KPI targets, and strive for continually improving the teams performance year on year. The Manufacturing Team Leader reports to the Production Manager and works within a team of MTL's. The MTL will lead a team of Technical Operators, and may also have direct responsibility for the Engineering Technicians on site. As our Manufacturing Team Leader your responsibilities will include; Lead, motivate and develop their team, to ensure planned output requirements are met whilst ensuring all H&S guidelines are followed. Embody the Barr Behaviours in everything we do - raising the Barr for the team and individuals Review team performance regularly to identify areas for improvement, and encourage progress of individual team members through performance review, and developing and delivering agreed personal development plans. Achieve shift KPI targets e.g. for line performance, material usage variances and absenteeism etc - utilising our Operational Excellence toolset to drive performance Ensure all site specific Quality, Housekeeping & Hygiene standards are achieved or exceeded. Develop a team working across the factory applying continuous improvement principles. Accurately complete all required shift documentation for compliance against BRC, ISO and site specific quality standards. Ensure regular communication/briefing to provide the team with the relevant information to carry out their shift to maximum effect. Contribute to the planning, organisation, operation and installation of all new processes and equipment within the factory. Carry out Site Safety inspections and audits and supply to H&S committee for action. Authority to discipline to the final written warning stage. What you'll bring The successful candidate will have; Significant experience in a production supervisory capacity within an FMCG environment preferably with the relevant filling & packaging line experience. IT literate to intermediate level. Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, BRC, HACCP). Driven - Driven to deliver the best, personally and for the business. Motivated by responsibility, an energetic self starter who is results-oriented, tenacious and deadline driven. A high degree of self-belief and desire to progress. Inspirational Leader - Charismatic, capable of providing clear direction for the teams and motivated to constantly drive safety, quality and production targets and efficiencies to a high standard. Promotes autonomy within the team, has a flexible approach, and encourages an ethos of managing upwards. Effective communicator - able to engage effectively at all levels, with a flexible communication style which can be adapted to suit the audience. Able to vary approach and content to motivate, persuade, query and challenge. Problem-solver - tenacious and will use creativity, innovation and an analytical approach to exhaust all options until a satisfactory solution is found. Decisive - confident in making difficult decisions, balancing the analysis of data with personal judgement and taking into account the wider business ramifications and commercial context. Experience leading and coaching committees to deliver improvements in the workplace What we offer We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent. We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern) Flexible holiday trading Living Wage Employer Healthcare Cash Plan Peppy Health Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashback, gym memberships, technology purchases etc Life assurance Save as you earn scheme Staff sales discount Free AG Barr products throughout your working day Pension Annual salary review Ongoing professional development And much more! To find out more about what it is like to work for AG Barr, please visit our careers platform here. We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition. Our large factories produce multi formats across a number of high speed modern lines, to high quality standards whilst maximising production outputs and minimising overhead costs and whilst we have highlighted our ideal requirements for this role, we are realistic that the successful candidate probably won't meet every single requirement in this advert, but we are big advocates of people growing in role. So even if you don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to submit an application - you may be just what we are looking for! Apply now! Speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted. A couple of things to note: Latest closing date for applications is 25th June and the shift pattern for this role is Continental (3 off 3 on, days then nights 7-7) Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so apply now!
Production Manager, Materials Supply - Bo'ness We rise to challenges together Salary: £42,000 - £46,000 per annum Location: Bo'ness Ways of Working: Site Based Shift: Tuesday- Saturday, 07.00 - 15.30 Contract Type: Permanent Benefits: Annual bonus of up to 10%, Private Healthcare, Life Assurance, 25 Days Holiday Why join us? We're ready for anything. We thrive on challenge and change. The undeniable pressure and pace of our 24/7 operation keeps us on our toes and offers a variety of career pathways and options to explore and pursue. We encourage everyone to work hard, push further and show resilience. And it's exciting. Because only by mentoring and role modelling our success and innovation, will we continue to diversify, grow as individuals and succeed together. What we do. This particular role is based at our Bakkavor Salads Bo'ness site, which employs over 1,000 people and produces food-to-go salads and salad accompaniments to a number of customers. It is located 3.5 miles from Linlithgow and 8 miles to Falkirk. About the role. Accountabilities within the role would include: Using Continuous Improvement tools and techniques e.g. Performance Improvement Plans, team result plans, value stream mapping, line balancing and problem solving, utilising the Bakkavor Operating System e.g. RedZone to ensure that targets are met and regularly challenged / improved upon. To inspire and drive standards of quality, food safety, hygiene and housekeeping within areas / shift, to ensure that both Business and Customer standards are maintained. Attend daily factory reviews and coach team members to ensure the quality of the meetings and actions is to the right standard. Accountable for delivering high quality Top Loss/ Kaizen activity for shift. To pro-actively review and manage the performance of all team members across your shift. Utilise KPI data to benchmark, challenge and drive performance improvement. In conjunction with the Learning and Development team, ensure the effective ownership, planning and delivery of training and development activity across your shift. In conjunction with the Process Development team, support the co-ordination of NPD activity ensuring teams have the information, resources and time to deliver successful process from product trial to launch. Effectively plan, organise and measure labour and material requirements to ensure that both short- and long- term agreed targets are met. Agree core manning detail for shift, including skills required and work closely with the central recruitment team ensuring the team recruitment process meets the business needs. Takes accountability for labour turnover performance. Develop and maintain an engagement culture where effective two-way communication is welcomed, clear and embraced by all colleagues and encourages the Bakkavor values. About you. Experience in the food industry, especially chilled food or FMCG is preferable but not essential. Proven track record of effective interaction with operational and non-operational stakeholders to deliver manufacturing targets while maintaining SHE and food safety standards. To be able to demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills (verbal, written and presentations). And experience of motivating and engaging teams. A logical, analytical and clear thinking approach, particularly under pressure. Has a rounded and balanced sense of judgement, recognising when to escalate issues to more senior levels of management. Must be adaptable and flexible to working hours and areas. Intermediate Food Hygiene and IOSHH qualifications are preferable. What you'll receive. As an equal opportunity employer, we're committed to providing a safe and rewarding environment for you to thrive in. This is why we work hard to deliver benefits, rewards and wellbeing offerings that are important to you. You'll enjoy: Life Assurance (2.5 x salary) Short Term Bonus Scheme 25 days holiday Staff Shop Stakeholder Pension Scheme MyBargains Discount Platform Personal Accident Insurance Free Independent Mortgage Advice Employee Assistance Programme A Range of voluntary benefits (holiday purchase scheme, additional life assurance, dental & hospital cash plans) Discounted tutoring for children Access to financial learning tools and affordable loans via your salary Private Medical Insurance (employee) Free Carparking Plus, a commitment to your wellbeing that includes emotional, physical and financial support services delivered by our fantastic team of wellbeing champions. Proud to be Bakkavor. We're proud to be the market leader in the UK fresh prepared food industry. We're proud to supply meals, salads, desserts, pizza and bread to leading grocery retailers including Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury's and Waitrose. We're driven by the hard work and passion of our people and are delighted to offer a wide range of careers across our business - come and join our dedicated Bakkavor team! Find out more and apply.
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Production Manager, Materials Supply - Bo'ness We rise to challenges together Salary: £42,000 - £46,000 per annum Location: Bo'ness Ways of Working: Site Based Shift: Tuesday- Saturday, 07.00 - 15.30 Contract Type: Permanent Benefits: Annual bonus of up to 10%, Private Healthcare, Life Assurance, 25 Days Holiday Why join us? We're ready for anything. We thrive on challenge and change. The undeniable pressure and pace of our 24/7 operation keeps us on our toes and offers a variety of career pathways and options to explore and pursue. We encourage everyone to work hard, push further and show resilience. And it's exciting. Because only by mentoring and role modelling our success and innovation, will we continue to diversify, grow as individuals and succeed together. What we do. This particular role is based at our Bakkavor Salads Bo'ness site, which employs over 1,000 people and produces food-to-go salads and salad accompaniments to a number of customers. It is located 3.5 miles from Linlithgow and 8 miles to Falkirk. About the role. Accountabilities within the role would include: Using Continuous Improvement tools and techniques e.g. Performance Improvement Plans, team result plans, value stream mapping, line balancing and problem solving, utilising the Bakkavor Operating System e.g. RedZone to ensure that targets are met and regularly challenged / improved upon. To inspire and drive standards of quality, food safety, hygiene and housekeeping within areas / shift, to ensure that both Business and Customer standards are maintained. Attend daily factory reviews and coach team members to ensure the quality of the meetings and actions is to the right standard. Accountable for delivering high quality Top Loss/ Kaizen activity for shift. To pro-actively review and manage the performance of all team members across your shift. Utilise KPI data to benchmark, challenge and drive performance improvement. In conjunction with the Learning and Development team, ensure the effective ownership, planning and delivery of training and development activity across your shift. In conjunction with the Process Development team, support the co-ordination of NPD activity ensuring teams have the information, resources and time to deliver successful process from product trial to launch. Effectively plan, organise and measure labour and material requirements to ensure that both short- and long- term agreed targets are met. Agree core manning detail for shift, including skills required and work closely with the central recruitment team ensuring the team recruitment process meets the business needs. Takes accountability for labour turnover performance. Develop and maintain an engagement culture where effective two-way communication is welcomed, clear and embraced by all colleagues and encourages the Bakkavor values. About you. Experience in the food industry, especially chilled food or FMCG is preferable but not essential. Proven track record of effective interaction with operational and non-operational stakeholders to deliver manufacturing targets while maintaining SHE and food safety standards. To be able to demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills (verbal, written and presentations). And experience of motivating and engaging teams. A logical, analytical and clear thinking approach, particularly under pressure. Has a rounded and balanced sense of judgement, recognising when to escalate issues to more senior levels of management. Must be adaptable and flexible to working hours and areas. Intermediate Food Hygiene and IOSHH qualifications are preferable. What you'll receive. As an equal opportunity employer, we're committed to providing a safe and rewarding environment for you to thrive in. This is why we work hard to deliver benefits, rewards and wellbeing offerings that are important to you. You'll enjoy: Life Assurance (2.5 x salary) Short Term Bonus Scheme 25 days holiday Staff Shop Stakeholder Pension Scheme MyBargains Discount Platform Personal Accident Insurance Free Independent Mortgage Advice Employee Assistance Programme A Range of voluntary benefits (holiday purchase scheme, additional life assurance, dental & hospital cash plans) Discounted tutoring for children Access to financial learning tools and affordable loans via your salary Private Medical Insurance (employee) Free Carparking Plus, a commitment to your wellbeing that includes emotional, physical and financial support services delivered by our fantastic team of wellbeing champions. Proud to be Bakkavor. We're proud to be the market leader in the UK fresh prepared food industry. We're proud to supply meals, salads, desserts, pizza and bread to leading grocery retailers including Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury's and Waitrose. We're driven by the hard work and passion of our people and are delighted to offer a wide range of careers across our business - come and join our dedicated Bakkavor team! Find out more and apply.
Why Greencore? We're a leading manufacturer of convenience food in the UK and our purpose is to make everyday taste better. We're a vibrant, fast-paced leading food manufacturer. Employing 13,300 colleagues across 16 manufacturing units and 17 distribution depots across the UK. We supply all the UK's food retailers with everything from Sandwiches, soups and sushi to cooking sauces, pickles and ready meals, and in FY24, we generated revenues of 1.8bn. Our vast direct-to-store (DTS) distribution network, comprising of 17 depots nationwide, enables us to make over 10,500 daily deliveries of our own chilled and frozen produce and that of third parties. At Greencore we actively encourage our colleagues to apply for our vacancies, whether as a lateral move to broaden experience or the next step up to progress your career and development. We also welcome applications from external candidates who are eager to grow their career with us. Here in Boston we employ around 400 colleagues and produce ready to eat salads, prepared vegetables and snacks for many of the major retailers such as Coop, Boots, Greggs, Costco, Spar and BOL. What you'll be doing Shift: 3's and 2's - Days As Manufacturing Shift Manager on Days , you will colleagues and manage all aspects of the manufacturing operation on your shift ensuring that agreed production plans are met and all manufacturing standards are adhered to. Lead, co-ordinate and prioritise activity across a shift to deliver productivity and efficiency targets in line with the agreed production plan Ensure the adherence of all food manufacturing safety and quality standards by all teams on shift safeguarding the delivery of great tasting, high quality food products Review operational trends across the shift to identify and act upon opportunities that make sustainable improvements in quality, performance and profit Lead the ongoing development of the health and safety culture, promoting adherence to manufacturing guidelines, accident investigation and audit recommendations to support and improve health and safety in the working environment Ensure that communication and information channels are maintained within the operations team to ensure that immediate issues are resolved, and ongoing items and trends are shared with the broader operations community Forecast and control labour requirements, direct and indirect, to meet production programme requirements and customer expectations within budget Monitor and review team capability, ensuring all colleagues are clearly focused on their key objectives and developed to maximise their potential What we're looking for We're proud to be recognised in the Gender Equity Measure Top 100 for our commitment to gender equality. Prior experience of leading a team and resource planning in a people intensive, manufacturing/FMCG environment Demonstrable analytical skills - ability to pull actionable insight from data Hold key qualifications such as advanced food hygiene accreditation, HACCP level 3 qualification and Level Three Health and Safety - IOSH Experience of managing large numbers of people in a complex manufacturing environment 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 Pension up to 8% matched 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.
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Why Greencore? We're a leading manufacturer of convenience food in the UK and our purpose is to make everyday taste better. We're a vibrant, fast-paced leading food manufacturer. Employing 13,300 colleagues across 16 manufacturing units and 17 distribution depots across the UK. We supply all the UK's food retailers with everything from Sandwiches, soups and sushi to cooking sauces, pickles and ready meals, and in FY24, we generated revenues of 1.8bn. Our vast direct-to-store (DTS) distribution network, comprising of 17 depots nationwide, enables us to make over 10,500 daily deliveries of our own chilled and frozen produce and that of third parties. At Greencore we actively encourage our colleagues to apply for our vacancies, whether as a lateral move to broaden experience or the next step up to progress your career and development. We also welcome applications from external candidates who are eager to grow their career with us. Here in Boston we employ around 400 colleagues and produce ready to eat salads, prepared vegetables and snacks for many of the major retailers such as Coop, Boots, Greggs, Costco, Spar and BOL. What you'll be doing Shift: 3's and 2's - Days As Manufacturing Shift Manager on Days , you will colleagues and manage all aspects of the manufacturing operation on your shift ensuring that agreed production plans are met and all manufacturing standards are adhered to. Lead, co-ordinate and prioritise activity across a shift to deliver productivity and efficiency targets in line with the agreed production plan Ensure the adherence of all food manufacturing safety and quality standards by all teams on shift safeguarding the delivery of great tasting, high quality food products Review operational trends across the shift to identify and act upon opportunities that make sustainable improvements in quality, performance and profit Lead the ongoing development of the health and safety culture, promoting adherence to manufacturing guidelines, accident investigation and audit recommendations to support and improve health and safety in the working environment Ensure that communication and information channels are maintained within the operations team to ensure that immediate issues are resolved, and ongoing items and trends are shared with the broader operations community Forecast and control labour requirements, direct and indirect, to meet production programme requirements and customer expectations within budget Monitor and review team capability, ensuring all colleagues are clearly focused on their key objectives and developed to maximise their potential What we're looking for We're proud to be recognised in the Gender Equity Measure Top 100 for our commitment to gender equality. Prior experience of leading a team and resource planning in a people intensive, manufacturing/FMCG environment Demonstrable analytical skills - ability to pull actionable insight from data Hold key qualifications such as advanced food hygiene accreditation, HACCP level 3 qualification and Level Three Health and Safety - IOSH Experience of managing large numbers of people in a complex manufacturing environment 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 Pension up to 8% matched 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.
